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5 Waypoint Navigation Controller With Auto Throttle

This is a version of my 5 waypoint autopilot with adjustable auto throttle control included. To change the auto throttle amount and other settings you can use the selection tool on the microcontroller while in the workbench.

This autopilot allows you to set five different waypoints which will deactivate when reached, activating the next waypoint and allowing you to plan a course and avoid obstacles. The waypoint active inputs will need their own dedicated toggle buttons because they are switched off with an external input. You can also use this microcontroller with 1, 1-2, 1-2-3, or 1-2-3-4 waypoints active if you don't want to use all five. Includes ETA and distance outputs for the currently active waypoint, as well as outputs for total trip distance and trip ETA. Be sure to turn off the autopilot if you would like to continue after reaching your destination. It's also best to not place the waypoints too close to any obstacles so that your vehicle has room to maneuver, depending on the maneuverability of your vehicle.

In order to use this autopilot you will need a GPS sensor, compass sensor,and a large keyboard. A speed sensor will allow the microcontroller to calculate the ETA. The boat's steering/throttle and the rudders/engine will need to be run through the microcontroller in order to allow the autopilot to steer and stop when reaching the last active waypoint. If you have arrived at your destination and the engine will not start again you just need to turn the autopilot off to start the engine. Please feel free to make any adjustments to better suit your vehicle, however if you lengthen the stopping distance you will need to make a similar adjustment on the waypoint switcher as well. The vehicle may wobble slightly when traveling to a waypoint directly south of it, however this should be minimal. I have tried to give the logic inputs and outputs descriptive names for ease of installation. If you have any questions or issues please let me know!