Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 | Ekya School, CMR
Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 | Ekya School, CMR
The Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 is an educational robotics platform designed specifically for students of Ekya School, CMR. This kit is an introduction to the world of robotics and programming, aiming to develop problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and creativity among young learners. The kit is based on the popular Arduino platform, making it an ideal tool for students to learn and explore the fundamentals of robotics, electronics, and programming.
| The Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 is designed to help students learn and build interactive and autonomous robots. The kit enables students to |
Measures distance and detects obstacles.
Detects objects and tracks movements.
Provide visual and auditory feedback.
Enable robotic movement and control.
Arduino Uno or Arduino Nano
ATmega328P or ATmega168
Ultrasonic Sensor, Infrared Sensor, LEDs, Buzzer, DC Motors, and Wheels
Pre-assembled, durable, and compact design
Rechargeable battery pack and USB cable
Arduino IDE (compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux)
Designed for Grade 8 students (13-14 years old)
The Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 is an engaging and interactive platform that introduces students to the fascinating world of robotics, programming, and electronics. With its comprehensive resources, user-friendly design, and flexibility, this kit is an ideal tool for students to develop essential skills in STEM education.
Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 | Ekya School, CMROverviewThe Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 | Ekya School, CMR is an educational kit designed to introduce students to the world of robotics and programming using Arduino. This kit is specifically tailored for 8th-grade students and is part of the Ekya School, CMR's curriculum. The kit includes a variety of components, including sensors, motors, and a microcontroller, allowing students to build and program their own robots.ComponentsArduino Board (e.g., Arduino Uno or Arduino Nano)
Motor Driver (e.g., L293D)
DC Motors (2)
Sensors (e.g., Ultrasonic, Infrared, or Line Follower)
Breadboard and jumper wires
Power Source (e.g., batteries or a USB cable)SoftwareArduino Integrated Development Environment (IDE)Code Examples### Example 1: Line Follower RobotIn this example, we will program the Arduino Robotics Kit to create a line follower robot using an infrared sensor.Hardware ConnectionConnect the infrared sensor to digital pin 2 on the Arduino board.
Connect the left motor to digital pins 3 and 4 on the Arduino board.
Connect the right motor to digital pins 5 and 6 on the Arduino board.Code
```c++
const int leftMotorForward = 3;
const int leftMotorBackward = 4;
const int rightMotorForward = 5;
const int rightMotorBackward = 6;
const int infraredSensorPin = 2;void setup() {
pinMode(leftMotorForward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(leftMotorBackward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(rightMotorForward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(rightMotorBackward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(infraredSensorPin, INPUT);
}void loop() {
int infraredSensorValue = digitalRead(infraredSensorPin);
if (infraredSensorValue == HIGH) {
// Move forward
digitalWrite(leftMotorForward, HIGH);
digitalWrite(rightMotorForward, HIGH);
} else {
// Turn left
digitalWrite(leftMotorBackward, HIGH);
digitalWrite(rightMotorForward, HIGH);
delay(500);
}
}
```
This code reads the value from the infrared sensor and controls the motors accordingly. If the sensor detects a line, the robot moves forward. If not, it turns left to try to find the line.### Example 2: Obstacle Avoider RobotIn this example, we will program the Arduino Robotics Kit to create an obstacle avoider robot using an ultrasonic sensor.Hardware ConnectionConnect the ultrasonic sensor to digital pins 7 and 8 on the Arduino board.
Connect the left motor to digital pins 3 and 4 on the Arduino board.
Connect the right motor to digital pins 5 and 6 on the Arduino board.Code
```c++
const int leftMotorForward = 3;
const int leftMotorBackward = 4;
const int rightMotorForward = 5;
const int rightMotorBackward = 6;
const int ultrasonicTriggerPin = 7;
const int ultrasonicEchoPin = 8;void setup() {
pinMode(leftMotorForward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(leftMotorBackward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(rightMotorForward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(rightMotorBackward, OUTPUT);
pinMode(ultrasonicTriggerPin, OUTPUT);
pinMode(ultrasonicEchoPin, INPUT);
}void loop() {
int distance = getDistance();
if (distance < 20) {
// Stop and turn around
digitalWrite(leftMotorForward, LOW);
digitalWrite(rightMotorForward, LOW);
delay(500);
digitalWrite(leftMotorBackward, HIGH);
digitalWrite(rightMotorBackward, HIGH);
delay(500);
} else {
// Move forward
digitalWrite(leftMotorForward, HIGH);
digitalWrite(rightMotorForward, HIGH);
}
}int getDistance() {
digitalWrite(ultrasonicTriggerPin, LOW);
delayMicroseconds(2);
digitalWrite(ultrasonicTriggerPin, HIGH);
delayMicroseconds(10);
digitalWrite(ultrasonicTriggerPin, LOW);
int duration = pulseIn(ultrasonicEchoPin, HIGH);
int distance = duration 0.034 / 2;
return distance;
}
```
This code uses the ultrasonic sensor to measure the distance from the robot to an obstacle. If the distance is less than 20 cm, the robot stops and turns around. Otherwise, it moves forward.Troubleshooting TipsEnsure that the sensors are properly connected and configured in the code.
Check the motor connections and polarities to ensure they are correct.
Use the Arduino Serial Monitor to debug the code and inspect sensor values.Learning OutcomesBy working with the Arduino Robotics Kit for Grade 8 | Ekya School, CMR, students will learn:Basic programming concepts using Arduino
Sensor integration and usage
Motor control and robotics principles
Problem-solving and troubleshooting skills