Power Racing Series
Maker Faire Bay Area 2019
MAKER
Brian Silverman
I'm a software developer who likes working with robots for fun. I've done electrical and software for custom go kart motor controllers, and more software and custom PCBs for various other robots. My day job is writing software for autonomous trucks.
Participant/competitor in the Power Racing Series.
What inspired you to make this project?:
Start with $500 and a Power Wheel. (Or any electric kids’ ride on vehicle.) Get some new batteries. A new motor. Heck, some nice new tires. Tie LEDs to the hood. Sprinkle it with glitter. Maybe a feather for class. Put it on the track. Race it with other cars for glory and trophies. Laugh, cry, jump in the air, get sprayed with sparkling cider (I mean, this is an all-ages show), put out a fire or two. Have a literal blast. And do it all while learning, sharing tools and technology with your competitors, and pleasing a crowd full of cheering, adoring fans.
