Robotics

DISCLAIMER: Please note that as the global micro:bit shortage eases and while stock is once again available, shipping times might be delayed. Please allow a longer waiting period than average to receive your micro:bit.

About the BBC micro:bit

The micro:bit is a pocket-sized computer that you can code, customize, and control to bring your digital ideas, games, and apps to life! Programmed with Makecode, the BBC micro:bit for coding is a great introduction to experimental code making. It acts as the brain behind the InkSmith K8 Robot and Climate Action Kit. 

The micro:bit Go Pack contains everything you need to get coding straight out of the box, making it the ideal starter kit.

What’s New

All the same great features plus the ability to:

• Sense and react to sound with a built-in microphone
• Play sounds with a built-in speaker 
• Program the gold micro:bit logo to respond to your touch
• Run AI and Machine Learning workloads with more computing power
• Save power when it’s not in use but still connected to the batteries

Technical Specifications

• Microprocessor: 64MHz Cortex-M4F, 512kB Flash, 128kB RAM (new!)
• 5x5 LED matric
• Two programmable buttons
• On-board motion detector
• A build-in compass
• Bluetooth compatible
• A built-in microphone (new!)
• A built in speaker (new!)
• Capacitive touch sensor (new!)

About the Climate Action Kit

What's New

The Climate Action Kits has been revamped with three new curriculum modules reimagined for the diverse learning needs and locations of today's students. The new curriculum is research-based, curriculum-aligned, and specifically developed to be flexible for any learning environment - whether that's online, at home, or in-person. The new curriculum makes it even easier to teach digital skills and empower students. 

• 3 x  NEW Modules: Deforestation, Plants and Pollinators, and Advanced Agriculture (including curriculum-alignment, teacher guides, and classroom-ready teaching materials)
  
• 2 x Project-Based Lessons: Insect Farming and Carbon Farming
• 1 x Climate Action Globe Breakout Board
  
• Robotic Parts for Land Projects
• Alligator Clips
• DC Water Pump
• DC Motor
• Moisture Sensor
• 360 Servo Motor
• Touch Sensor
  
• Water tubing

Not Included:

• BBC micro:bit - at least one micro:bit is required to complete each project
• Additional arts and crafts materials for certain projects and extension activities (ex. cardboard, glue, cup, etc.)  

Please be aware that the ultrasonic sensor included in this kit is not operating as intended. It does not pose a safety risk. All other functionality is operating as intended, and the corresponding modules for those are still available. When a full and thoroughly tested solution is ready, all customers will receive the updated replacement part.

ABOUT THE K8 ROBOTICS KIT

Meet k8, your robotics kit for learning STEM and Computational Thinking. Designed to be an accessible entry-point into the world of robotics, k8 is a great educational tool to promote problem-solving, creativity, and digital literacy in an easy and engaging way. k8 is the best friend of new explorers of the wonderful world of robotics.

Grade level: 2-9

Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate

Included:

• 7 x Introductory Modules: Assembly, Hello World, Motor Control, Line Following, Ultrasonic, Radio Control, Servo Control
• X 2 Intermediate Modules: Robot Sports and Sumo
• 1 x k8 circuit board
• Robotic Parts:
• 1 x k8 chassis (1 x face plate, 2 x side walls, and 1 x PCB plate)
• 2 x wheels
• 2 x DC Motors
• 1 x Ultrasonic (Sonar) Sensor
• 1 x Infrared (IR) Sensor
• 1 x Servo Motor 
• 1 x Battery Box 
• 1 x Fastener Pack (4 x long screws, 4 x plastic fasteners, 2 x black hex bars, and 1 x turnkey)
• 3 x Cable Connectors (1 x USB cable, 1 x 4-pin cable, and 1 x 5-pin cable)

Not Included:

• BBC micro:bit - at least one micro:bit is required to complete each project
• Additional arts and crafts materials for certain accompanying activities