PROJECT

ROBOT / Machine Control using GPRS Network

DESCRIPTION :

The main aim of this project is to develop a GPRS controlled hi-tech car. The Car
can be moved in all directions such as left, right, forward and reverse to get their
positions properly. Using this car we can find the where the Bomb is placed since
human beings cannot go to find that bomb and also the explosion time is not
known.

TECHNOLGY :

GPRS Technology

WORKING :

The main modules of this project are microcontroller, Computer or Mobile,

Motors, Vehicle etc.

From the GPRS Enabled Mobile or GPRS Enabled Computer, user can control the
Machine remotely by giving the commands (through mobile or GPRS Enabled
Computer). These commands were received by the GSM modem which is
connected to Machine. The microcontroller which is in the machine in turn
converts these received commands & operates ( left, right, forward or reverse )
the machine accordingly. Mean while camera signals sent by the camera is
captured by the PC.

EXAMPLE :

Defense, also seen in Shopping malls etc

OUR CHALLANGING WORK IN THIS PROJECT:

• Writing the Code for the Microcontroller using Embedded ‘C’ for 8051
• GPRS

% OF SOFTWARE & HARDWARE :

• Embedded C – 40%

• Microcontroller Hardware – 60%

FUTURE ENHANSEMENT :

We can attach the Camera & remotely we can control the operation of the car.
This helps in watching the terrorist movements, animal movements & also we
can detect the bomb where human can’t go & also we don’t know the bomb
explosive timings.

MAIN COMPONENTS USED :

• 5 V DC Power Supply
• ATMEL AT89S52 Microcontroller
• Buzzer – Frequency ( 1 to 18 KHz, 5V – 12V DC )
• Motor Driver Chips – L293D
• GPRS Camera

DESCRIPTION OF MAIN BLOCKS :

Micro Controller

The AT89S52 is a low-power, high-performance CMOS 8-bit microcontroller

with 8K bytes of in-system programmable Flash memory. The device is
manufactured using Atmel’s high-density nonvolatile memory technology and is
compatible with the industry- standard 80C51 instruction set and pin out.

Features
 • 8K Bytes of In-System Programmable (ISP) Flash Memory
• Endurance: 1000 Write/Erase Cycles
• 4.0V to 5.5V Operating Range
• 256 x 8-bit Internal RAM
• 32 Programmable I/O Lines
• Full Duplex UART Serial Channel
• Fully Static Operation : 0 Hz to 33 MHz

Vital Role of Power Supply in ‘ROBOT / Machine Control using GPRS

Network’

The adapter output voltage will be 12V DC non regulated. The 7805/7812 voltage
regulators are used to convert 12 V to 5V/12V DC.

AC/DC Regulator
9 VOLT Filter
Adapter (7805) DC Output
Power

The microcontroller and other devices get power supply from AC to Dc adapter
through voltage regulator. The adapter output voltage will be 12V DC non
regulated. The 7805 voltage regulators are used to convert 12 V to 5VDC.

Vital Role of Micro Controller–AT89S52 in ‘ROBOT / Machine Control

using GPRS Network’

In this project Microcontroller is used control the movement of the machine i.e.
Left, Right, Front & Back with LCD display.

Buzzer

The buzzer subsystem produces a 2 KHz audible tone when powered. The buzzer
will sound when the signal coming into the driver is high. It must be connected to
a transistor, Darlington or transducer driver subsystem.

The buzzer is connected between the supply rail (+V) and the input signal. This
acts as load on the driver. When the input signal coming into the buzzer
subsystem is low, a potential difference across the buzzer causes current to
flow. It is this flow of current that causes the buzzer to sound.

Vital Role of Buzzer in ‘ROBOT / Machine Control using GPRS Network’

Buzzer is connected to microcontroller port pin, so microcontroller will give high

or low to switch on/off buzzer. In this project it is used to define the
normal/abnormal/active/deactivate condition of system/peripherals in sound
form.

LCD (LIQUID CRYSTAL DISPLAY)

LCD’s can add a lot to your application in terms of providing an useful interface
for the user, debugging an application or just giving it a "professional" look. The
most common type of LCD controller is the Hitatchi 44780 which provides a
relatively simple interface between a processor and an LCD. Using this interface
is often not attempted by inexperienced designers and programmers because it
is difficult to find good documentation on the interface, initializing the interface
can be a problem and the displays themselves are expensive.

LCD has single line display, Two-line display, four line display. Every line has 16
characters.

Vital Role of LCD in ‘ROBOT / Machine Control using GPRS Network’

LCD is used to display the status of movements of machine that is left, right etc

GSM modem (900/1800 MHz)

Siemens GSM/GPRS Smart Modem is a multi-functional, ready to use, rugged unit
that can be embedded or plugged into any application. The Smart Modem can be
controlled and customized to various levels by using the standard AT commands.
The modem is fully type-approved, it can speed up the operational time with full
range of Voice, Data, Fax and Short Messages (Point to Point and Cell Broadcast),
the modem also supports GPRS (Class 2*) for spontaneous data transfer.

Description of the interfaces

The modem comprises several interfaces:

- LED Function including operating Status
- External antenna ( via SMA)
- Serial and control link
- Power Supply ( Via 2 pin Phoenix tm
contact )
- SIM card holder

LED Status Indicator

The LED will indicate different status of the modem:

- OFF Modem Switched off
- ON Modem is connecting to the network
- Flashing Slowly Modem is in idle mode
- Flashing rapidly Modem is in transmission/communication (GSM only)
-
Vital role of GSM modem in ‘ROBOT / Machine Control using GPRS
Network’

GSM technology is one of the new technologies in the embedded field to make
the communication between microcontroller and mobile. Now every embedded
system is used to communicate with other system using GSM and GPRS
technology, in this project MODEM is used to access the command sent by the
user to control the movement of the machine.

Applications of this Project :

• Bomb Squad
• Police
• Forest Guards
 • In mining places to reach the difficult areas
• Security Systems ( Home & Buildings )
• In general wildlife researchers to know the behavior of animals at night

Note : We don’t provide GPRS Enabled Camera as this our future

enhancement and it is too costly.
 GSM/GPRS Enabled Colour Camera

Block Diagram - ‘ROBOT / Machine Control using GPRS Network’

Machine Side
 LC D Display
L eft
C ontrol
LCD LCD
Driver Glass

R ight
C ontrol Buzzer
Buzzer Buzzer
Driver OSC

Forward Microcontroller
C ontrol AT89S52 GPR S E nabled
C am era

Power Supply
R everse
C ontrol T ransformer R egulator
7805
Antenna
R ectifier
MODE M Filter
GPR S

PC or Mobile Side

Antenna

MODEM
GPRS