AIR:BIT 2.0 – MICRO:BIT DRONE, MAKEKIT 2554113

Description

The micro:bit's MakeKits Air:bit drone project is an engaging Quad-Copter construction experience. This comprehensive kit includes the air:bit board necessary for assembling the quadcopter, along with all materials and components required for the build. It's a fantastic initiative for motivating students to delve into coding while completing a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) education project, all the while building an exciting drone in a fun-filled manner!

Essential Attributes of the micro:bit Drone Project

• A stimulating and enjoyable STEAM education endeavor.
• The micro:bit's focus is to captivate students with innovative, hands-on, and enjoyable STEAM education projects. The MakeKits Air:bit project allows students to embark on a Quad-Copter construction journey, where they gain the opportunity to assemble their drone from the ground up. This process involves learning about electronics, batteries, motors, propellers, and coding, among other essential skills for the future, in an entertaining way.

Programming the Drone with Various Coding Languages

• After assembly, students can program the drone using several languages, including MakeCode Blocks, Javascript, Python, or by employing a pre-designed program. This enables students to control their drones smoothly via the motion sensors on smartphones, tablets, or another micro:bit device.

Durability, Repairability, and Expandability

• Designed for resilience, the drone is built to endure crashes and is straightforward to repair, ensuring its longevity for continuous use. Moreover, it offers scalability for students eager to advance their technical skills by incorporating additional features like collision sensors, buzzers, or cameras for first-person view (FPV) flights.

Included:

• 1 MakeKit Lithium (LiPo) battery
• 1 MakeKit Air:bit board
• 1 Air:bit plywood frame
• 1 remote plywood holder
• 13 nylon screws
• 11 nuts
• 4 spacers
• 4 copper barrel nuts
• 8 propellers
• 4 Electric engines
• 1 red silicone ring
• 1 Rubber band
• 4 Wedges
• Accessory from cardboard box

Please note: the micro:bit board is not included in this kit.

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