This is a step by step guide to customising a toy crane to be controlled with a BBC micro:bit, using the Motor Driver Board for the BBC micro:bit and the built-in accelerometer to detect tilt and turn motions.
Digital Skills Panel in Parliament
A selection of BBC micro:bit partners were invited to Parliament this week as a Digital Skills Panel, chaired by Rory Cellan-Jones met to discuss the digital skills shortage in the UK.
Mount and Protect your BBC microbit
Just got your BBC micro:bit and want to protect it from external damage? We’ve got the perfect cases for your BBC micro:bit. Whether you are mounting it on a wall or protecting it from falling off a buggy, Our MI:Pro ‘Protector’ and ‘Mountable’ series cases are perfect for your BBC micro:bit!
How to Remove Solder – Kitronik University
Have you ever made a mistake soldering? Heard of solder wick but not sure how to use it? Or perhaps you’ve seen a solder sucker but not sure if it’s the right tool for the job. Join Kevin as he shows you show to remove solder.
Fernwood Design Day 2016
Every year, Fernwood School hosts a ‘Design Day’ for Year 9 students where external companies run workshops to show what they are doing in relation to D&T. This year, over 11 companies provided workshops including Dyson and Boots!
Introducing: Prototyping System for the BBC micro:bit
Break out all 21 pins of the BBC micro:bit and easily connect additional components using the new Prototyping System for the BBC micro:bit from Kitronik.
A Visit to Merchant Taylors' School
Last week, two members of Kitronik went down from our Headquarters in Nottingham down to run a workshop at Merchant Taylors’ School in London as a part of their Design Week held annually.
BETT Show 2016 Highlights
Last week, we were excited to be one of the three partners with the BBC for showcasing the BBC micro:bit at the BETT Show 2016.
Igloo Tutorial 4: Fading LED – Pulse Width Modulation
This tutorial demonstrates how to use an Igloo PICAXE wearable module to make the on-board LED blink on and off.
New Veneered MDF
Want to add a touch of class to your project? We’ve expanded our range of Veneered MDF and set up a separate category on our online shop so you can view the whole of our Veneered MDF all in one place.