Abstract
Summary of the challenge:
To create an on board device, which can accurately and actively gauge the load weight in a Toyota Land Cruiser or similar vehicle. This device will enable the driver to visually identify when the vehicle is safely loaded and alert the driver if the vehicle is overloaded.
It's beauty is its simplicity as it uses components which are readily available commercially. The design uses modern techniques of laser sensing, Arduino processing and LED display. The system is fully compatible for this particular environment and has minimal capital as well as operational costs during its lifetime.
