Halldor Stefansson

Halldor Stefansson

Italy
Hi! My name's Halldor and I am the creator of Engineer-A-Car. During the day I work as a software engineer, and by night I learn about cars.
Oct
01
ByteBuggy v3.1.1 with a Raspberry Pi and LiPo Battery HAT

Remote Motor Control: Raspberry Pi and MQTT via Browser

How to control motors connected to a Raspberry Pi from a web browser using MQTT over WebSockets. Code (C++ & Javascript) included.
6 min read
Aug
27
Overview of the setup with the Raspberry Pi and TB6612FNG

Simple DC and Servo Motor Control in C++ with Raspberry Pi and TB6612FNG

How to control a DC and a servo motor with a TB6612FNG motor driver and a Raspberry Pi. Code (C++) and circuit diagram included.
3 min read
Aug
13
Robot Car Ideas to Inspire Your Next Project

Robot Car Ideas to Inspire Your Next Project

Discover ideas for your next robot car project, including wireless controllers, sensors, and self-driving features. Start building and enjoy the process!
3 min read
Apr
02
Car Fundamentals: Electrical System

Car Fundamentals: Electrical System

Learning about the different electronic circuits in a car and components to power everything to ensure everything works smoothly.
5 min read
Mar
25
Car Fundamentals: Brakes

Car Fundamentals: Brakes

Taking a look into the braking system and the parts that ensure smooth and controlled stops.
4 min read
Mar
19
Arduino IoT RC Car

Arduino IoT RC Car: 4 MCUs, Wi-Fi Control and AWS Integration

Build an Arduino IoT RC Car with Wi-Fi Control, 4 MCUs, and AWS Integration. Overcome power, SoftwareSerial, and motor driver challenges.
3 min read
Mar
11
Car Fundamentals: Steering and Suspension

Car Fundamentals: Steering and Suspension

Digging into the steering and suspension system parts that help the car stay steady and safe on the road.
6 min read
Mar
05
Car Fundamentals: The Drivetrain

Car Fundamentals: The Drivetrain

Overview of a car's drivetrain. Learn about different types of drive trains and their components. Gain a foundational understanding of their functions.
5 min read
Feb
22
Car Fundamentals: Cooling System

Car Fundamentals: Cooling System

High-level overview of a car's cooling system. Gain information about important parts and get a foundational understanding of their functions.
2 min read
Feb
15
Car Fundamentals: Fuel System

Car Fundamentals: Fuel System

High-level exploration of a car's fuel system. Gain insight into the critical components involved and establish a foundational understanding of its functions.
5 min read