Week 6 | Aug. 5 – 9 Code Hacking III
Minecraft Robotics: Creeping Creeper
Week 6 – PM | Summer SciTech Aug 5 – Aug 9 | 1PM – 4PM
Challenge –
How can you design and construct a fully-functional moving robot using electrical components, motors, and sensors?
Your challenge is to explore the exciting world of robotics by harnessing the power of electricity. Starting from concept to creation, how will you integrate motors for movement and sensors for environmental awareness into your robot design? This adventure invites you to be both an engineer and a problem solver. How can you ensure your robot not only moves smoothly but also responds intelligently to its surroundings? Dive into the realm of electronics and mechanics as you embark on the journey to create a robot that brings your innovative ideas to life!
Projects Include –
Inputs vs Outputs, Robotic Engineering & Programming, Obstacle-Avoiding Minecraft Creeper Bot
Learning Objectives –
- Understanding Basic Electronics:
- Gain a foundational understanding of basic electronic components such as resistors, capacitors, and transistors.
- Learn how to read and follow simple electronic schematics relevant to robot construction.
- Introduction to Motors and Movement:
- Explore the principles of motor operation and understand how different types of motors are utilized in robotics.
- Learn to control the movement of a robot using motors, including concepts like forward, backward, left, and right.
- Sensor Integration for Environmental Awareness:
- Understand the role of sensors in robotics for environmental awareness and feedback.
- Explore the functionality of common sensors, such as infrared, ultrasonic, or light sensors, and their applications in robotics.
- Programming Basic Robot Movements:
- Develop introductory programming skills to control basic robot movements using a programming language suitable for intermediate users.
- Understand how to translate design concepts into code to make the robot move in a controlled and responsive manner.
- Problem-Solving and Iterative Design:
- Foster problem-solving skills by identifying and troubleshooting the robot’s design and functionality issues.
- Emphasize the importance of iterative design, encouraging students to refine and improve their robot through multiple iterations.
* Pre-requisites: basic keyboard & mouse skills; bonus pts if you attended Summer Camp Wk. 3 + 4 -or- previous robotics and coding experience
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