https://github.com/timhanewich/pyper2

Python-based 3D-Printed Electric Rover with a GoPro mount, developed from my original PYPER design.
https://github.com/timhanewich/pyper2

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Python-based 3D-Printed Electric Rover with a GoPro mount, developed from my original PYPER design.

• Host: GitHub
• URL: https://github.com/timhanewich/pyper2
• Owner: TimHanewich
• License: mit
• Created: 2024-12-31T18:42:49.000Z (21 days ago)
• Default Branch: master
• Last Pushed: 2025-01-17T21:36:41.000Z (4 days ago)
• Last Synced: 2025-01-17T22:31:43.973Z (4 days ago)
• Topics: 18650, 3d-printing, gopro, micropython, raspberry-pi, rc-car
• Language: Python
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• Size: 12.7 KB
• Stars: 0
• Watchers: 1
• Forks: 0
• Open Issues: 0
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  • Readme: readme.md
  • License: license.md

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# PYPER 2: Python-Based 3D-Printed Electric Rover

![PYPER 2](https://i.imgur.com/wpYqAAz.jpeg)

A fully 3D-printed electric rover that uses common inexpensive components, is powered by a Raspberry Pi Pico, and programmed in MicroPython. PYPER 2 borrows design elements and carries over some components from [PYPER](https://github.com/TimHanewich/PYPER), my original design.

## 3D-Printing the Parts

![blender](https://i.imgur.com/SdJzHiA.png)

PYPER 2 was designed in [Blender](https://www.blender.org/). You can find PYPER 2's Blender design file in this repo as [design.blend](./design.blend).

## Electronic Wiring

![wiring](https://i.imgur.com/IS3WrjF.png)

PYPER 2's wiring diagram was developed in [draw.io](https://draw.io). You can open [wiring.drawio](./wiring.drawio) on **draw.io**.

## The Code

PYPER 2 is programmed in MicroPython and is designed to run on a Raspberry Pi Pico. You can find the entire source code in the [src folder](./src/). Update the settings in the [settings.py](./src/settings.py) module according to your specific wiring, deploy to a Raspberry Pi Pico using Thonny, and you should be good to go!

## Current Design Issues

PYPER 2 is not perfect. I plan to update a few things in the future that are, as of now, not ideal:

- **Make the Raspberry Pi Pico's USB port easily accessible**: Very difficult to get to Raspberry Pi Pico USB port without taking lid off and rear right spacer. 

- **Tie rod redesign**: The tie rod (component that holds the front two steering uprights together) is not an elegant design.

- Perhaps improve wire organization, if possible.

## Miscellaneous Design Notes

- Specs of original drive shaft gear: https://i.imgur.com/a3ub9se.png

- Specs of original motor gear (attached to TT motor): https://i.imgur.com/Kuyyccg.png