Supplies:

For this project, you will need:

• An ESP01 microcontroller(You can use any ESP8266-based microcontroller having at least 2 PWM outputs)
• An ESP01 programmer(If using an ESP01 microcontroller)
• An H-bridge motor driver(There are a lot to choose from, I am using an MX1508 motor driver)
• A DC power source(Voltage depends on the motor)
• A 3.3-volt DC power source(For powering the ESP microcontroller)
• 4 jumper wires(To connect power and inputs of the motor driver to the ESP)

Step 1: Program the Microcontroller

You can learn how to program an ESP01 microcontroller in this video.

You can get the code from here.

Before uploading the code, make sure to put the name and password of your W-Fi Router in the code.

There is an option to enable/disable acceleration/deceleration of the motor, which can be done from this part of the code:

After programming the microcontroller, unplug it from the computer, plug it back in and open the Serial monitor.

Wait for the microcontroller to connect to the Router and then note the IP address shown on the Serial Monitor.

Step 2: Connect the Motor to the Motor Driver

Step 3: Connect the Motor Driver to the ESP microcontroller

Connect the input pins of the motor driver corresponding to the output pins connected to the motor.

The motor driver inputs will be connected to the pins D0 and D2 of the ESP microcontroller.

Step 4: Power up the Setup and Open the Web Interface

After powering up the setup, get the device that you will use for controlling the motor and make sure it is connected to the same router.

After that, enter the IP address that you noted from the serial monitor in the beginning.

Step 5: Check the Controls

Check if your setup is working as shown in the video above.

I hope you enjoyed making this project. I would recommend you to tinker with this project and try adding your own features, all the best!