Flatline Robotics
PID Control
Workshop
Understand proportional-integral-derivative control by building a self-balancing robot or temperature controller.
⏱ 3 Weeks · 2 Hrs/Wk
🎁 Keep Your Project!
What You'll Build
- Learn the math behind PID control systems
- Build a self-balancing robot
- Create a precision temperature controller
- Tune P, I, and D parameters
- Understand feedback loops and stability
- Apply PID to real-world control problems
Week by Week
1
PID Fundamentals
Understand proportional, integral, and derivative terms. Build a simple control system.
2
Self-Balancing Robot
Build a two-wheeled balancing robot. Implement PID to keep it upright.
3
Temperature Control
Create a precision temperature controller. Fine-tune parameters for optimal performance.
Take Home Your Control System!
Arduino, motors, sensors, balancing robot chassis, temperature controller components, and your tuned PID code — master control theory.
Skills You'll Gain
Control Theory
PID Tuning
Feedback Loops
Motor Control
Sensor Fusion
System Stability
Good to Know
- Strong Arduino experience required
- Basic algebra and physics knowledge helpful
- All materials included
- Small class: max 6 students
Master control systems. Build robots that balance themselves.
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