Build an Arduino FPV Head Tracking Camera for RC Vehicles

⚡ JLCPCB Black Friday Mega Sale! ⚡ Save up to $252 on your JLC orders and enter to win amazing prizes: https://jlcpcb.com/black-friday-2024 Get your Head Tracker Project's PCBs for just $5! Register to get $80 Coupons: https://jlcpcb.com/?from=MaxImagination Design PCBs Smarter with AI: Try Flux for free - https://www.flux.ai/signup?utm_source=influencer&utm_medium=organic_social&utm_campaign=MaxImagination2 Read the FPV Head-tracking Camera's tutorial blog on Elektor Labs: https://www.elektormagazine.com/labs/build-an-arduino-fpv-head-tracking-camera-for-rc-vehicles Learn electronics and get inspired with Elektor Magazine—enjoy 50% off today! https://www.elektormagazine.com/maximagination-elektor-offer-25 ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Assemble your own Arduino-based FPV headtracker to control a camera that moves with your head, letting you look around and observe your surroundings while flying or driving RC vehicles for a more immersive experience. ------------------------------------------------------------------------- Merch Shop - https://max-imagination-merch.printify.me/products ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 👉 Online Storefront: https://sites.google.com/view/maximagination-workshop/ ---------------------------------------------------------------------- ☕ Contribute to the channel: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/MaxImagination ----------------------------------------------------------------------  Instagram: @max.imagination - https://www.instagram.com/max.imagination/?hl=en  Instructables: https://www.instructables.com/member/Max%20Imagination/ As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases with no added cost to you. ---------------------------------------------------------------------- PROJECT RESOURCES: Project files folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Ypz9bS0B9EWusCqjtDZVnYJ88AsmpBwK?usp=sharing 3D Files (STLs) - Pan and Tilt Head Unit: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/3d-printed-fpv-head-tracker-camera-for-rc-vehicles-2-axis-cradle-3d-design Parts List for both units: HEAD TRACKER UNIT (TRANSMITTING SIDE): (x1) Arduino Pro Mini - https://amzn.to/3Zbzesd (x1) NRF24L01 - https://amzn.to/3CSADw9 (x1) MPU6050 Sensor - https://amzn.to/3ZwCijR (x1) Boost 5V Step-Up Power Module - https://amzn.to/3ZupOcD (x1) Arduino Receiver PCB (From Drift Car, used for transmitting side) - Order on JLCPCB.com (x1) 3.3V Regulator - https://amzn.to/3ZvGCQl (x1) SMD Red Power LED - https://amzn.to/49fRoNT (x1) SMD 15Ω LED's Resistor - https://amzn.to/41cQMGV (x2) SMD 10µF Capacitor - https://amzn.to/4iiyyKn (x2) SMD 0.1µF Capacitor - (Found in Capacitor kit) (x2) Pin Header Pair - https://amzn.to/4iqemGu (x1) JST Connector Pair - https://amzn.to/4fOY20j (x1) 500mAh+ LiPo battery - https://amzn.to/4gb2lT7 (x1) Velcro Strap Pair - https://amzn.to/3VcMiMv (x2) Short 30AWG wires from USB cable FPV HEAD-TRACKING CAMERA (RECEIVING SIDE): (x1) Arduino Pro Mini - https://amzn.to/3Zbzesd (x1) NRF24L01 - https://amzn.to/3CSADw9 (x1) WT07 FPV Camera - https://amzn.to/3CZsrKu (x1) Boost 5V Power Supply Module - https://amzn.to/3ZupOcD (x2) Servo Motors - https://amzn.to/3Zw2ATi (x1) Arduino Receiver PCB (x1) 3.3V Regulator - https://amzn.to/3ZvGCQl (x1) SMD Red Power LED - https://amzn.to/49fRoNT (x1) SMD 15Ω LED's Resistor - https://amzn.to/41cQMGV (x2) SMD 10µF Capacitor - https://amzn.to/4iiyyKn (x2) SMD 0.1µF Capacitor - (Found in Capacitor kit) (x2) Pin Header Pairs - https://amzn.to/4iqemGu (x1) 18650 3000mAh battery - https://amzn.to/4ggRRBX (x1) 18650 cell holder - https://amzn.to/4fcyvwZ (x1) Heat-shrink tube (x2) 30AWG wires - https://amzn.to/3OxLsWX (x1) 24AWG wire - https://amzn.to/49kmFzw (x5) M3 Threaded Insert - https://amzn.to/3Ze94F1 (x2) M3 20mm Screw - https://amzn.to/4eUSekv (x3) M3 6mm Screw - (From M3 Screw Kit) (x1) Servo shaft screw - (Included with servos) (x1) 29g of Dark Grey PLA Filament - https://amzn.to/4icpBSF ADDITIONAL: (x1) FPV Headset - https://amzn.to/3BgBvdt / https://amzn.to/3ZiL03U (x1) FTDI (Programmer) - https://amzn.to/4ihbuLK (x1) Thermal Paste - https://amzn.to/3ZiaJK1 (x1) Soldering Tin (Best) - https://amzn.to/4eTwK7v 💲 PROJECT COST 💲 (Not counting FPV Headset or other tools) $74 USD - Covers services, 3D design, printing, and components needed for full project to function.   $30 USD - Excludes receiver, FPV camera, and battery (for use with existing Arduino receiver and FPV setup). Watch how I built the FPV Head-tracking Camera live from Electronica Fair: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mt4MBWvempI&t=2352s Arduino RC Drift Car Video: https://youtu.be/MFRiyTgVyqI Arduino Pistol-grip RC Transmitter Video: https://youtu.be/34BDwDulZl0 ---------------------------------------------------------------------- #fpvheadtracker #remotecontrol #electronicafair Music from #Uppbeat