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Kitronik Simple Robotics Kit plus BBC micro:bit
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Kitronik Simple Robotics Kit plus clippable detector board
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Description
Our Simple Robotics Kit is an easy build, entry-level, introduction to the exciting world of robotics. Step-by-step build and coding instructions are included.
Enter the world of robotics with our Simple Robotics kit and build your own easy build microbit-controlled robot. It has been designed, from the ground up, to be simple to build by even the youngest of fingers. From its one-piece cardboard chassis to its clip lead connections, everything goes together in a way that is as free from frustration as possible.
This robot buggy is the same that is featured in our Lesson in a Box Simple Robotics kit, which is a complete set of electronics and teaching resources to enable successful cross-curricular lessons with minimal teacher effort. This single version allows you to make one at home with the children and enjoy the fun learning potential this kit offers. Designed and tested with direct Teacher assistance, and in the classroom, we know this kit lends itself perfectly to the young roboteer.
The kit of parts is accompanied by a detailed set of instructions that will not only walk you through the assembly but also covers the coding in detail. Even if you aren't confident or technical in nature, you will have no difficulties assembling and using this wonderful kit.
Nearly everything you will need is supplied with the kit. All you need to have to hand is; a microbit, a screwdriver, and a pair of scissors. The scissors and the screwdriver are barely used, so if the children are quite young these parts can be done in a flash by an adult.
The included cardboard body can be cut, decorated, and modified to suit your own projects, or you could even design your very own chassis, the possibilities are endless.
Coding:
The supplied instructions have extremely detailed coding explanations, so much so that the beginner will have no difficulties following along. There are also some more involved examples that are similarly walked through. The examples are for the Microsoft MakeCode Editor, which is also designed for beginners.
Features:
- An easy-build entry-level robot kit that requires no soldering.
- It contains detailed instructions for both the assembly and the coding.
- The included cardboard body can easily be customised and decorated.
- A great activity to do with supervised children.
- It can be coded with the easy-to-use Microsoft MakeCode Editor, which the included instructions cover in detail.
Contents:
- 1 x Klip Motor Driver for BBC microbit.
- 2 x Wheels and Tyres.
- 1 x Set of Clip Leads.
- 2 x Right Angle Geared Hobby Motor.
- 1 x Solderless TT Motor Board.
- 1 x Ping Pong Ball.
- 1 x Rubber Band.
- 1 x Cardboard chassis net.
Video:
Requires:
- A BBC micro:bit.
- A Screwdriver.
- Pair of Scissors.
Buy British:
This product is designed and manufactured in the UK by Kitronik.
Same Day Dispatch
- Orders placed online before 3:00pm Monday - Friday (excluding public holidays and our Christmas shutdown period) are always dispatched the same day provided the goods are in stock. If the goods are not in stock we will endeavour to contact you as soon as possible to discuss a dispatch date.
UK Deliveries
- If you live on the UK mainland and don't have any large materials or lithium batteries in your order it will cost £3.95 (£4.74 including VAT) if you spend less than £40 (£48 including VAT).
- If you spend between £40 and £200 (£48 - £240.00 including VAT, excluding large materials or lithium batteries) delivery is free to most locations, £12 (£14.40 including VAT, excluding large materials or lithium batteries) to Northern Ireland and £15 (£18.00 including VAT, excluding large materials or lithium batteries) to UK remote locations. For a list of postcodes that will be charged the remote location rate: remote area list.
- If you spend over £200 (£240.00 including VAT, excluding large materials or lithium batteries) delivery is free within the UK.
Rest of the world
- These orders are sent via UPS, and the cost is dependant on the service you choose at checkout. Alternatively you can choose the free collection option and have your own courier collect it from us. International orders can only be shipped to the registered card address. Please note: International orders may be charged import duty dependant on local import laws and duty rates. These charges are usually billed to you directly from UPS.
- Delivery times vary for international orders depending on the service selected and the destination. You can see the delivery time and cost at the shipping stage, or by using the shipping estimator from within the shipping basket.
Collection
- If you would like to collect your order, or use your own courier then there is an option you can select during checkout. We do not charge a packaging or handling fee for this service, and you will receive an email when your order has been processed, you can collect half an hour after receipt of this email.
Further Information
- For information about all of the delivery options we offer see full delivery details.
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Q:
Does it include a micro: bit inside this pack?
A:
Thank you for your question, the micro:bit board does not come as part of this kit you would need to purchase it separately on the link below.
https://kitronik.co.uk/products/5615-bbc-microbit-starter-kit?_pos=1&_sid=ffed6aaf0&_ss=r
https://kitronik.co.uk/products/5615-bbc-microbit-starter-kit?_pos=1&_sid=ffed6aaf0&_ss=r
Answered by: Cullen Lewis
09-Jul-20
Q:
Hi, how do you get the robot to detect crashes? Is there a tutorial that I can follow?
Asked by: Aisha
A:
Hi Aisha,
There is not an explicit tutorial as its instead something we experimented with but did not write as a full tutorial as of yet. You would use the accelerometer data that the micro:bit collects and when the value drops to zero the buggy will have collided with something so you can then code it to respond.
Best Regards
Cullen
There is not an explicit tutorial as its instead something we experimented with but did not write as a full tutorial as of yet. You would use the accelerometer data that the micro:bit collects and when the value drops to zero the buggy will have collided with something so you can then code it to respond.
Best Regards
Cullen
Answered by: Cullen Lewis
06-Mar-20
Q:
Hello
I know children vary, but what age children would this kit be suitable for?
Thanks
Sudhir
I know children vary, but what age children would this kit be suitable for?
Thanks
Sudhir
Asked by: Sudhir Borgaonkar
A:
HI Sudhir,
Thank you for your question, generally I would say 10-14 as the target age range.
Thank you for your question, generally I would say 10-14 as the target age range.
Answered by: Cullen Lewis
22-Nov-19
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