Boys Scout Track Detector

        With the Pinewood Derby Track Detector System project would like to take a manually operated track and convert it to a fully automated track for the Boy Scouts of America. The track consists of four main components integrated into one: Stating Gate, Sensors, Finish Gate, and Communication. The starting gate is responsible for the initiation of the race that will be achieved using Servo Motors. The sensors will gather a variety of data that will be used by other components. The finish gate will display most of the data gathered during the race using interactive lighting and display systems. The communication consists of a computer controlled software program that transmits and receives information from and to different points on the track using Bluetooth wireless communication and microcontrollers.

Sponsorship:

    The project is partially funded from the Boys Scout of America Pack # .