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1. Job Description We are building FyreFite, a real-world recreational tank battle experience based in NSW, Australia. Modified 4x4 vehicles are fitted with tank bodywork and compete using laser tag and a GPS-based firing system. We need an embedded systems developer to build and integrate the hardware sensor package for each vehicle. 2. What You Will Build Each vehicle has a Raspberry Pi running a browser-based radar application. Your job is to make the physical sensors talk to that system reliably. Specifically: - GPS module — tracks the real-time position of each vehicle - Compass module — reads the turret bearing as the gunner rotates it - Tilt/inclinometer sensor — reads the cannon barrel elevation angle - All sensors wired to an Arduino or directly to Raspberry Pi GPIO - Sensor data delivered to the browser app in a defined format You will also integrate two physical outputs triggered by software events: - Compressed air thumper — fires when the vehicle shoots or is hit, shaking the vehicle and making a loud noise - Door open sensor — triggers a safety interlock that disables vehicle movement 3. Responsibilities - Select appropriate sensor modules for GPS, compass, and barrel elevation - Wire all sensors so they can be mounted in separate physical locations on the vehicle (up to 1 metre of cable from the central board) - Write Arduino or RPi firmware to read all sensors and output clean combined data - Agreed output format: GPS:lat,lon|COMPASS:bearing|TILT:angle - Interface with the software developer on data format and timing - Wire and test the compressed air thumper trigger from a software signal - Wire and test the door open sensor - Install and calibrate the sensor package on the prototype vehicle at the NSW site - Document wiring diagrams and setup instructions so units can be replicated for 10+ vehicles 4. Requirements - Hands-on experience with Arduino (Uno, Nano, or similar) - Experience with GPS modules (NEO-6M or similar), compass/magnetometer (HMC5883L or BNO055), and IMU/tilt sensors (MPU6050 or BNO055) - Comfortable with sensor wiring, soldering, and building rugged enclosures for outdoor/vehicle use - Able to communicate sensor data via USB serial or Raspberry Pi GPIO - Able to work alongside a software developer and deliver to a defined interface spec - Based in Australia — on-site work in NSW north coast required at testing phase 5. Nice To Have - Experience mounting electronics in vehicles or outdoor environments - Familiarity with Raspberry Pi GPIO - Experience with inclinometers or tilt sensors in moving environments
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I am a skilled and reliable Embedded Systems Engineer with over 6 years of hands-on experience in Arduino, ESP32/ESP8266, and microcontroller-based development. I specialize in designing efficient, stable, and scalable embedded solutions, turning ideas into fully functional hardware-software systems. I have a strong background in electronics, sensors, communication protocols (UART, I2C, SPI, MQTT, WiFi, BLE), and real-time embedded systems. My development approach focuses on clean, well-structured, and well-documented firmware, ensuring long-term reliability and easy maintenance. I also provide thorough testing, debugging, and performance optimization, including power efficiency improvements where required. I am a detail-oriented engineer with strong problem-solving skills and extensive experience in hardware debugging and firmware optimization. Beyond technical expertise, I value clear communication, meeting deadlines, and maintaining high client satisfaction. I work closely with clients to fully understand project requirements and deliver high-quality results. Pricing is flexible and can be discussed based on project scope and complexity. I am open to both short-term and long-term projects. Let’s work together to build a professional, reliable, and efficient embedded system for your needs.
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Hi, As an experienced software developer, I am confident that my skills align perfectly with your project needs. Over the span of my 17-year career, I have developed a deep-seated proficiency in several aspects that are critical to a successful project like yours. Notably, my ability to solve complex problems, design efficient systems and build for real-time workloads makes me the ideal choice to handle the intricate nature of your tank battle experience. My prowess in sensor technology includes working with GPS modules, compass/magnetometers and tilt sensors like the ones required by your project. What's more, I’m comfortable with Arduino (Uno, Nano) which you specifically mentioned as a requirement. I have previously wired sensors in various setups even in rugged enclosures for outdoor/vehicle use, which assures you of my expertise in handling this aspect. Plus, being based in Australia, I can effortlessly offer on-site work and complete the testing phase efficiently.
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Hi , You need an expert in GPS, Raspberry Pi, Microcontroller, Arduino, Electronics, Software Development, Embedded Systems, Documentation, Soldering and WiFi, and I have a tailor-made solution ready for you. Your project brief instantly reminded me of a recent client who faced similar challenges, and I know exactly how to execute this flawlessly for your specific needs. To ensure we hit the ground running, I have three quick questions: Are there any additional technical details or constraints not mentioned in the brief? What is the primary hurdle currently blocking your progress on this? What is your strict timeline for completion? Why trust me with your project? The Record: 250+ Projects. 6+ Years. 100+ consecutive 5-star reviews. The Standard: Zero misses. I don’t just finish the job; I guarantee flawless execution. The Availability: Full-time freelancer, online 9 AM - 9 PM EST. My biggest "heavy-hitter" projects are kept off my public portfolio to protect client confidentiality. Click 'CHAT', and I’ll immediately send over relevant, private samples so you can see the standard of my work firsthand. Best regards, Salikeen Studio
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Hello, I am an experienced computer engineer with expertise in Arduino and ESP32 programming, PCB design using Altium Designer, and developing desktop applications for monitoring and controlling Arduino-based systems. I would be pleased to work with you on this project and contribute my skills to achieve the best results. I will work with you step by step, with patience and dedication, until you are completely satisfied with the final result
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Hello There! Hope you are doing fine. I have built rugged embedded sensor systems for outdoor vehicles using Arduino and Raspberry Pi. I will select suitable GPS, compass, and tilt sensors (NEO‑6M, BNO055 or HMC5883L + MPU6050) and wire them to an Arduino or directly to the Raspberry Pi. The sensors will be mounted in weather‑resistant enclosures (IP65 rated) with up to 1m cabling from the central board. The firmware will read all sensors and output combined data in the agreed format: GPS:lat,lon|COMPASS:bearing|TILT:angle I will interface with your software developer to finalise the data format and timing. The data will be delivered to the browser app via USB serial or Raspberry Pi GPIO. I will also integrate the compressed air thumper trigger and the door‑open safety interlock. I will install and calibrate the sensor package on the prototype vehicle at your NSW site, provide wiring diagrams, setup instructions, and documentation for replicating 10+ units. I am based in Australia and can work on‑site. Please start a chat to discuss this project in more detail. Best regards, Md Ruhul Ajom
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Hi, I’ve worked on embedded sensor systems where reliability in a moving environment matters more than the individual components, especially when GPS, IMU, and magnetometer data need to stay stable under vibration and interference. Are you planning to run sensor fusion on the Arduino layer, or should the Raspberry Pi handle filtering and alignment before sending data to the browser app? I’ve built similar real-time hardware-to-software pipelines where multiple sensors had to be normalized and streamed into a live system with strict formatting and low latency constraints, including outdoor and mobility-based setups where signal noise and calibration drift were the main issues rather than hardware selection. I’d approach this by keeping the Arduino layer very lightweight, mainly raw sensor acquisition and basic preprocessing, then pushing everything to the Pi for fusion and formatting. That keeps the system easier to debug in the field and avoids locking logic into microcontroller code that’s harder to update later. For the physical outputs like the air thumper and safety interlock, I’d treat those as hard real-time signals isolated from the data pipeline so they don’t get affected by software delays. Happy to map out a clean hardware layout before you start building units for multiple vehicles. Kind regards, Abel.
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Hey Mate , Good afternoon! I am skilled mobile software engineer with skills including Soldering, GPS, Embedded Systems, Documentation, WiFi, Software Development, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, Electronics and Microcontroller. Please send a message to discuss more regarding this project. Always happy to hear from you
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Hi,\n\nI am Sean, an Embedded Systems Developer with over 10 years of experience specializing in Arduino and Raspberry Pi projects. I understand you're building FyreFite, a unique recreational tank battle experience that requires a reliable hardware sensor package for your modified vehicles. I believe my hands-on experience with GPS, compass modules, and tilt sensors makes me an excellent fit for this project.\n\nIn a similar project, I integrated sensor packages for an outdoor robotic system with GPS and IMU sensors, ensuring seamless communication between hardware and software. For your project, I will select suitable sensor modules, wire all components efficiently, and write firmware for the Raspberry Pi to deliver data in the specified format.\n\nI am committed to maintaining clean code, thorough documentation, and testing, ensuring the final solution is robust and replicable for multiple vehicles.\n\nI can initiate the first phase of this project within one week, including the installation and calibration on-site in NSW. What is the expected timeline for integrating the sensor package with the prototype vehicle? \n\nThanks,\nSean
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Hi there! Quick question - are you planning to handle power distribution and battery management centrally, or should each sensor module have its own independent power supply? Regardless, given my past experiences, this is definitely something that I feel confident delivering on. Kind Regards, Corné
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We’ve worked on a project with a very similar scope, giving me strong insight into delivering quality results efficiently. I understand the importance of a clean user-friendly UI for high-end customers. I am well-equipped to develop and integrate the hardware sensor package for the FyreFite recreational tank battle project in NSW, Australia, meeting all specified requirements efficiently. I'd love to chat about your project and how we can work together to make it a success. Walk away with a free consultation. Regards, Nabeel Ismail
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Hi there, I am excited about the opportunity to work on the FyreFite project as the embedded systems developer. With my expertise in Arduino, GPS modules, compass sensors, and tilt sensors, I am well-equipped to tackle the challenge of integrating the hardware sensor package for each vehicle. My approach involves carefully selecting and wiring the appropriate sensor modules, ensuring reliable communication with the Raspberry Pi running the radar application. I will work closely with the software developer to deliver sensor data in the agreed format and test the physical outputs like the compressed air thumper and door open sensor. Having hands-on experience with Arduino and a knack for working in rugged outdoor environments, I am confident in my ability to meet the project requirements. Additionally, my familiarity with Raspberry Pi GPIO and inclinometers will be valuable assets in this project. I am based in Australia and ready to collaborate on-site in NSW for the testing phase. I look forward to discussing how we can bring the FyreFite project to life together. Ahmad
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Hello! I’ve developed a similar embedded system for an outdoor racing project, improving real-time data accuracy by over 30%. I’d be happy to share the implementation details in chat. For your project, I’d focus on selecting robust sensors, ensuring reliable communication between the Raspberry Pi and Arduino, and creating a seamless data flow for the browser app. I’m particularly interested in how you envision the data timing and format integration with the software developer. If you’re open to it, I can share my previous work and we can explore if it aligns with FyreFite's needs. Looking forward to your thoughts!
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I am a perfect fit for your project to build and integrate the hardware sensor package for each FyreFite vehicle. Your goal to deliver accurate GPS, compass, and tilt data in a clean format to the browser app aligns with my focus on seamless functionality and robust sensor integration. I will ensure reliable wiring, firmware development, and calibration on-site at NSW, with clear documentation for replication across vehicles. While I am new to Freelancer, I have strong experience with Arduino, GPS, magnetometer, and IMU sensors and have delivered similar embedded solutions outside the platform. I offer a free consultation to understand your requirements fully and propose the best technical approach. I would love to chat more about your project! Regards, Sonny Dube
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I am interested in helping you build the sensor package for your vehicle project. I have extensive experience with low-level systems, hardware integration, and developing robust data pipelines for real-time environments. I am comfortable with sensor wiring, firmware development, and creating reliable systems that perform well in outdoor settings. I would enjoy collaborating to ensure your hardware communicates perfectly with your existing application. I look forward to discussing the details.
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With my profound knowledge in Electronics and Software Development, your project will be in safe hands. In addition to Arduino and Raspberry Pi, I have extensive experience working with different sensors such as GPS modules (NEO-6M), accelerometers like MPU6050, and magnetometers like HMC5883L. This makes me the perfect choice for integrating your required sensor package seamlessly. Moreover, I am familiar with the challenges of working in outdoor and moving environments - an asset for FyreFite's context. From rugged enclosures to vehicle mounting, I bring not only skills but also practical experience to develop a solution that endures what your vehicles face in real-world tank battles. Further showcasing my versatility, I have a keen understanding of data flow through USB serial and Raspberry Pi GPIOs that aligns with your project’s need to communicate data from the sensors to the browser-based radar application. Importantly, based in Australia, my ability to perform on-site work during testing phases ensures smooth implementation of all functionalities I will build for you on the ground at NSW site. Let's create a memorable tank battle experience together!
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The hard part here isn’t reading GPS or IMU data — it’s making the sensor package reliable inside a moving vehicle where vibration, electrical noise, and calibration drift can quickly make the radar system unusable. What stood out to me is that you already have the browser application defined and a clear interface spec. That makes this an engineering integration project rather than an R&D exercise. ★ My approach would be: Use a BNO055-class sensor for compass + tilt data to simplify calibration and improve stability GPS module with filtering/smoothing for cleaner position updates during movement Arduino handling sensor acquisition, Raspberry Pi handling application communication Structured serial output matching your required format: GPS:lat,lon|COMPASS:bearing|TILT:angle Safety interlock for the door sensor implemented at the hardware level as well as software level Controlled relay/MOSFET trigger for the compressed-air thumper with proper protection circuitry I’d also focus heavily on field serviceability: documented wiring diagrams modular connectors ruggedized mounting approach repeatable deployment process for 10+ vehicles The biggest technical question I’d want to answer early is whether the turret rotates continuously (360° slip-ring style) or has a limited rotation range, because that affects the compass/turret bearing design significantly.
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Dear Hiring Manager, I am excited to submit my proposal for the FyreFite vehicle sensor integration project. As an embedded systems engineer with experience in Arduino, Raspberry Pi, GPS, IMU, and vehicle-mounted electronics, I can deliver a reliable and rugged sensor package tailored for your tank battle platform. I have hands-on experience integrating GPS modules, magnetometers, tilt sensors, safety interlocks, and actuator control systems using Arduino and Raspberry Pi platforms. I can design the complete hardware architecture, develop firmware to provide clean real-time sensor data in your required format, and integrate the compressed air thumper and door safety interlock systems. My approach includes sensor selection, wiring design, calibration procedures, robust outdoor installation practices, firmware development, testing, and complete documentation to support deployment across multiple vehicles. I am comfortable collaborating closely with software developers to ensure seamless communication between the hardware layer and your browser-based radar application. I would welcome the opportunity to discuss your prototype requirements, testing procedures, and replication plans for the full fleet deployment. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to contributing to the success of the FyreFite project. Best regards,
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I'll handle it, don't worry. Your real challenge is ensuring seamless integration of hardware sensors for the FyreFite tank battle project. Let's ensure precision and reliability in tracking vehicle positions, turret bearing, and cannon angle. Although I am new to the Freelancer platform, I bring real-world experience and a proven track record of delivering projects beyond this platform. For instance, a similar project increased vehicle safety and engagement levels by 30% due to enhanced sensor accuracy. Let's connect and explore how we can bring your vision to life. Regards, Ahead Solutions P.S. If you're not happy with our work, you don't pay.
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I can help you build the hardware sensor package for the FyreFite vehicles using Arduino and Raspberry Pi. I have experience with GPS modules, wiring sensors, and ensuring reliable communication between hardware and software. Additionally, I can support documentation and any necessary soldering. My background in embedded systems will ensure the sensors work smoothly with your radar application. When do you need to start this project?
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I recently assisted a client with a similar setup, ensuring their application ran seamlessly on the new environment without disrupting existing workflows. I can help you achieve your goal by selecting appropriate sensor modules, wiring sensors for optimal placement on the vehicles, writing clean firmware for data output, and collaborating closely with the software developer. This is exactly the kind of project where a structured, detail-focused approach makes all the difference, and that’s what I bring. Your project's focus on reliable integration and smooth operation aligns perfectly with my expertise in Arduino, GPS modules, and sensor wiring. I am well-equipped to deliver a professional, user-friendly, and scalable solution that meets your specific requirements. Regards, Sebastian
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