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Electrical

The electrical subsystem will be interfacing with all other subsystems, whether through wires or wireless. A 48V battery will power the ESC, which will then power the motors. A 12V step-down converter will be used to power the electronic keypad and the CPU. Fuses will also be utilized to protect the electrical components. A 5V step-down converter will be used for the power distribution board that allocates power to the sensors, GPS and its antenna, and warning systems. Additionally, a microcontroller is used to communicate with the CPU and some sensors. The HexCamera and GPS will be connected to the CPU to transmit data to the Control Center. An emergency stop, which will be placed in the exterior of the vehicle, is also connected to the CPU and will continuously check whether it is pressed, and if it does, it will command the ESC to enable brake and disable throttle. There will also be a kill switch that is connected to the battery and will be located inside the vehicle to avoid unnecessary press. Finally, a PS4 controller will operate the vehicle manually.

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CPU & CONTROLLERS

SENSORS

GPS

BATTERY SYSTEM

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