Skating Lap Counter
From Hackstrich
Skating Lap Counter is a project to automate counting laps skated on a derby track.
Project Status
- 2014-06-29: Completed routing TX PCB and checklisted it.
- 2014-06-28: Started putting idea together, designed transmitter BOM/schematic, started working on PCB layout. 5 airwires left.
Architecture
- Small module that attaches to one skate
- IR emitter, microcontroller, and battery
- When switched on, transmits a code repeatedly
- Rechargable via USB
- Base unit with an IR receiver and display
- Shows how many times each skate module has passed by
