Project AK-9 is an educational robotics project developed for FIRST LEGO League (FLL).
The rover’s main objective is to document archaeological environments while prioritizing the safety of archaeologists, allowing hazardous areas to be inspected remotely before human access.
The project emphasizes social responsibility, safety-first design, and STEM education, demonstrating how robotics can support humanitarian and scientific missions.
- Improve archaeologist safety through remote exploration
- Capture visual documentation of archaeological sites
- Minimize human exposure to unstable or dangerous environments
- Promote ethical and safety-focused engineering
- Raspberry Pi Pico W
- ArduCam HM01B0
- 4 × DC motors
- 2 × servo motors
- 2 × acrylic bases (chassis)
- Microfono KY-037
- Motor driver L298N
- Battery power system
- Remote-controlled rover navigation
- Live visual inspection via camera
- Servo-controlled camera positioning
- Modular and lightweight structure
- Wireless communication using Pico W
- Define project mission and safety goals
- Design rover chassis
- Integrate DC motors for movement
- Implement servo-based camera control
- Connect and configure ArduCam
- Set up Raspberry Pi Pico W
- Implement wireless control interface
- Improve camera streaming stability
- Add obstacle detection for safety
- Final testing and validation
- Prepare FLL presentation materials
- Initial project structure created
- Hardware components selected and documented
- Safety-focused objectives defined
- Task checklist added for development tracking
- Preliminary inspection of archaeological sites
- Exploration of confined or unstable areas
- Educational demonstrations for robotics and safety systems
Project AK-9 is designed strictly for educational and research purposes and follows the values, rules, and spirit of FIRST LEGO League.
Contributions are welcome for:
- Code improvements
- Documentation enhancements
- Safety and reliability features
All contributions should align with the project’s educational and humanitarian goals.
Project AK-9 is a prototype and not certified for professional or industrial safety-critical use.