Design and Implementation of the Remote Controlled Bait Boat Model

This diploma work presents realization of the remote controlled bait boat model. The aim of the project was to upgrade and improve existing designs on the market by using a computer joystick to control the model and an independent systems for controllable bait and rig release. The product is additionally equipped with video surveillance system. The camera is mounted on a moving platform. On-board lighting is also improved with added infrared illumination feature. The paper presents guidelines for constructing the body of the model with selected materials and gives detailed explanation of electronic circuits and components. Software for chosen microcontrollers is also fully described.