Build an Arduino FPV Head Tracking Camera for RC Vehicles

Published: 01 December 2024
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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.

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PROJECT RESOURCES:

Project files folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folder...

3D Files (STLs) - Pan and Tilt Head Unit: https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/...

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).


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