Plan
Choose simple gestures for move, turn and stop.
AI · Computer Vision
Gesture Controlled Car
Connect gesture recognition with robotic movement. Explore how a hand signal can become an instruction for a car to move, turn or stop.
THE BIG QUESTIONCan a gesture become
Can a gesture become
an instruction?
This project connects a physical system with decisions made through sensors or code.
Components to explore
- Robot chassis and motors
- Camera or gesture input device
- Controller
- Computer for recognition and programming
An illustrative component list for planning. Specific parts and compatibility depend on the selected classroom kit.
From concept to creation.
Use these steps to plan a guided classroom build. Follow the instructions supplied with your equipment.
Build
Test gesture recognition before connecting the car.
Program
Map recognised gestures to movement commands.
Test & improve
Test under different lighting and add a reliable stop action.
GO BEYOND “IT WORKS”Ask. Test.
Ask. Test.
Explain.
Invite students to describe what changed and support their decisions with observations.
- What input changes the way your project behaves?
- How would you test whether it works reliably?
- Which part would you change to improve the result?
- Where might a similar system be useful in the real world?
CONNECT THE PROJECT TO A PROGRAM
Explore the programAI & Computer Vision
Teach machines to see, think and solve real-world challenges.
LET’S CREATE WHAT’S NEXT
Bring this build to your classroom.
Let’s shape a hands-on learning experience around your students and your school.