Tamiya has released Microcomputer Robot Wheeled Type under Model Kits STEM category
Microcomputer-Controlled Fun
This setup kit creates a wheeled robot that runs using a BBC micro:bit microcomputer, ultrasonic sensor and engine motorist circuit. If the ultrasonic sensor identifies an obstacle ahead it transmits that informative data on BBC micro:bit, which makes use of a pre-installed system to offer the engines commands in order to avoid the barrier. Hands and mind move whilst the robot improvements. Separately sold components might be always get a grip on the robot remotely, and BBC micro:bits might be coded with exclusive programs via computer, too.
Good Intro to Coding!
The included BBC micro:bit has a course pre-installed, meaning you'll be able to play with all the current robot after you have built it and got your batteries. If you are using a pc, the BBC micro:bit can moreover be coded to perform a variety of actions defined by you - the free on line MakeCode editor is an excellent device for achieving this! It generates use of intuitive visual development, by which you combine different specific commands in blocks to quickly attain your final system. For those who need to, another BBC micro:bit (offered individually) can be utilized as a remote controller.
micro:bit is a registered trademark of Micro:bit academic Foundation.
Links
click the hyperlink to go to a web web page with information about the BBC micro:bit, plus resources to be used with Tamiya products.
Click the hyperlink to consult with a typical page with details about development Microcomputer Robots through the BBC micro:bit.
specs
Length: 136mm, width: 128mm, height: 116mm (dimensions are approximate) Two Type 130 machines included. No concrete required for installation.
Separately Needed Items
R6/AA/UM3 batteries x2
Packaging
