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Brain-Controlled Car: EEG + EMG Robotic Control
Control a robotic car wirelessly using brain signals for forward/reverse movement and muscle signals for steering, combining EEG and EMG via BLE with NPG Lite and XIAO ESP32-C6.
Boards:ESP32-C6
Firmware:Arduino
Use Cases:EducationRobotics
Overview
This project combines brain-computer interface and human-computer interface technologies to wirelessly control a robotic car. Mental focus drives the car forward, arm muscle flexion steers left and right, and flexing both arms reverses the car.
Hardware Required
- Neuro PlayGround (NPG) Lite for EEG/EMG acquisition
- Brain BioAmp Band (or gel electrodes)
- XIAO ESP32-C6 as the receiver
- MX1508/MX1616 motor drivers
- DC motors
- BioAmp Snap Cables
How It Works
- Forward: Focus your mind (beta wave detection)
- Steering: Flex left or right arm (EMG detection)
- Reverse: Flex both arms together
The NPG Lite captures brain and muscle signals and transmits them via Bluetooth Low Energy to the XIAO ESP32-C6, which drives the motors through motor driver boards.
Software
- Arduino IDE with ESP32 board library (v3.2.0)
- Adafruit NeoPixel library
- NPG Lite firmware
What You'll Learn
- Multi-modal biosignal control (EEG + EMG)
- BLE communication between devices
- Motor control for robotics applications
