Design and Fabrication of a maneuverable UGV targeting the Healthcare Industry

Abstract

The following report discusses the design of an Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) which will enable it to cover rough and diverse tracks, specifically focused on urban terrains (inside of a building, stairs, etc.). The aim of the project was also to provide the UGV with a commercialization application. Our application focuses on the health-care industry; however, several other relevant applications may also be drawn out of it due to its simplicity. It is an unmanned ground vehicle, aiming to have simplistic and efficient machine design, with ability to move through terrain with appropriate velocity. The UGV will be able to climb stairs with respect to the angle of inclination provided to its front flippers. We then discuss operation and control of UGV via Arduino, programming, and relevant control devices. The UGV is to assist in situations where human intervention needs to be avoided, with healthcare industry being the prime focus. It may be used to transport drugs, food and other relevant needs to patients suffering from contagious diseases.