Week 5


Week 5 Prior to the Bench Inspection:


After meeting as a group, we felt that the robot could still be improved, we decided to adjust the code slightly, with the inclusion of a code for the Ultrasonic Distance Sensor. The Robot car now moves when the front sensor is touched. This is so that the hotel guest can notify the completion of their delivery, and prompt the robot to continue along the track. 

This was tested:


Week 5 Bench Inspection:


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