Facilitating Team Collaboration and Infrared Sensor Reliability in Autonomous Micromouse Development

Micromouse is a competition where autonomous robots race to solve a standardized maze in the fastest time possible. While the maze dimensions are consistent, variations in the environment, such as ambient light and wall materials, can significantly impact performance. Building a micromouse that excels in these conditions requires overcoming the challenges of limited access to a single robot for testing and ensuring reliable wall detection despite external disturbances. To address these issues, we developed a program that autonomously calibrates the robot’s infrared (IR) sensors before exploring the maze. Additionally, we integrated third-party software to enable remote monitoring and control of our micromouse, facilitating team collaboration. Our findings present a promising approach to improving team workflow in robotics projects and overcoming obstacles related to IR sensor reliability.