Electric Inline Skaters

Abstract

This project presents the design and development of Electric Inline Skates for efficient, eco-friendly, and convenient transportation within campus environments. The system integrates an Arduino microcontroller with a wireless communication system to enable remote control of the skates. User input, such as speed variation, is transmitted wirelessly and processed by the Arduino, which generates Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) signals to regulate motor speed through a motor driver. The skates are powered by a rechargeable battery, ensuring portability and ease of use for short-distance travel. The design focuses on achieving smooth acceleration, controlled speed, and user safety while reducing physical effort compared to traditional inline skates. This system is particularly useful in places such as colleges, and industrial campuses, where quick and efficient movement is required.

Introduction

This project presents electric inline skates designed as a compact personal mobility solution for short-distance travel, especially in campus environments. Unlike traditional skates that require continuous physical effort, the system uses motor assistance to reduce user strain and improve movement efficiency.

The system is built around an Arduino Uno, which processes joystick inputs and generates PWM signals to control speed. These signals are sent to a BTS7960 motor driver, which powers a high-torque DC motor. Motion is transferred to the wheel using a timing belt and pulley system, while a rechargeable battery provides power for continuous operation.

Users control speed through a joystick, allowing smooth and adjustable movement. The system provides controlled, stable motion by converting electronic input into mechanical rotation in real time.

Key advantages include reduced physical effort, portability, ease of control, and suitability for short-distance travel. Applications range from campus mobility and recreational use to research-based prototypes for future transport systems.

Experimental testing confirms stable performance in terms of speed and load handling under controlled conditions. Future improvements may include wireless control enhancements and added safety features such as braking systems, speed limiting, and better stability control.

Conclusion

The Electric Inline Skaters project presents a functional, compact, and portable solution for personal mobility. The system demonstrates the feasibility of combining mechanical, electrical, and software components into a lightweight and user-friendly personal transport device.

References

[1] Geetha Singh, T. A., Ranjan, A., & Singh, J., 2018, “DC motor driven electric skateboard using PWM,” 2018. [2] Kuczmann, M., “Review of DC motor modelling and linear control,” 2024. [3] Rex, S. R., & Praba, M. S. R., “Speed control of DC motor with PWM using microcontroller,” 2018.

Copyright

Copyright © 2026 E. Sakthivel, Deepak Kumar M, M Kathiravan, Krishna Chaithanya S. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.