Hello,
I am needing guidance for a project I am working on. I would like to use a tachometer / RPM reader to control a servo motor. This is for a traction control project: if a wheel is not turning, the servo motor operates a clutch system to transfer power to that wheel. I was thinking of using an IR sensor to read the RPM, but I need help with the code. I have searched the internet, but could not find exactly what I was looking for.
If someone could help me step-by-step through the code, I would appreciate it.
Thank you for your help and patience.
Natha
You're unlikely to find precisely what you're looking for because it sounds like a rather unusual requirement.
But there are loads of Arduino tachometer projects out there and loads of information about driving servos including the Knob and Sweep examples in the IDE. Can you really not find any of them? Try searching "Arduino IR tachometer". Get the individual parts working and then you can put them together. If you have problems at that point let us know and then we can help.
Steve
Thank you for your reply. I will try to follow your advice.
To be more specific, the project I have in mind is an atv with front, centre, and rear differentials. I was thinking of using a clutch system to remove power from a wheel that is spinning, but still allow the wheel to turn freely, without actually using a brake to stop the wheel. If I used a brake, it would increase friction. Any advice on a better traction-control system would be appreciated.
Thank you again.