Makeblock – mBot2

Introducing Makeblock’s mBot2! Years of success of mBot this new beast is taking classroom STEM robot to the next level. It is powered by Cyber Pi with an encoder motor, stronger sensors, Python coding, and Machine to Machine IoT. 

If you are a school wanting to start with robot or wanting to upgrade with a STEM robot then look no further. mBot2 also has mBuild chainable sensors to expand your robot accessibility. It is ideal for a classroom educational robot or a customizable competition robot with great power and accuracy. 

The mBot2 tutorial is a great resource for beginners who want to learn how to assemble and program the robot. mBot2 is an advanced educational robot kit that is designed to help children learn programming and robotics in a fun and engaging way. With its user-friendly design and versatile features, mBot2 is an ideal tool for teaching STEM skills to students of all ages.

The mBot2 robot kit is easy to assemble and comes with all the necessary components, including motors, sensors, and a control board. Once assembled, the Robot can be programmed using Scratch 3.0 or Python, most primary schools use visual programming and text-based coding in secondary schools worldwide.

One of the key features of mBot2 is its ability to connect to a variety of electronic devices, including smartphones, tablets, and laptops.  With mBot2 Bluetooth connectivity, you can easily control your robot using your smartphone or tablet. This allows students to control their robots remotely and share their creations with others. 

With mBot2, students can explore a wide range of programming concepts, including algorithms, loops, conditionals, and functions. They can also learn about robotics principles such as sensors, motors, and actuators, as well as the basics of electronics and circuit design.

The mBot2 Python coding feature allows for more advanced programming, making it an excellent tool for older students or those looking to challenge themselves.

Overall, mBot2 is a versatile and engaging educational tool that can help students develop essential STEM skills in a fun and interactive way. Teachers can remotely manage their activities in mBlock with Google Classroom. So, whether you are a teacher, parent, or student, mBot2 is an excellent choice for exploring the exciting world of robotics and programming.

Key Features:

• Powered by CyberPi – a powerful and versatile microcontroller for education
• Program with block-based coding and progress to text-based Python
• Precision Control – The encoder motors in mBot2 can be precisely controlled by their rotation, speed and position
• Enhanced and durable – mBot2 comes with the next-generation sensors and motors which are developed with education in mind
• Ideal for robotics competitions
• Built-in long-lasting battery
• Extension electronic modules can be connected in series. There is no limit to the number of electronic extension modules supported.
• The mBot2 operations are precise and accurate, thanks to its encoder motors and sensors. This makes it ideal for competitions that require speed and accuracy. 

Tech Specs:

• Inputs and onboard sensors:
  • 5-way joystick
  • 2x Button
  • Reset button
  • Light sensor
  • Microphone (with sound-sensor like functionality)
  • Gyroscope-accelerometer
• Outputs:
  • 1.44³ full colour display
  •  Speaker
  • 5x RGB LED
• Additional included modules:
  • Ultrasonic sensor
  • Quad RGB sensor
• Wireless communication:
  • Bluetooth
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi LAN
• mBot2 Shield includes:
  • Built-in rechargeable battery
  • Two ports for encoder motors
  • Two ports for DC motors
  • Four ports for servo motors
    • some of the servo ports can connect to LED strips or Arduino analog/digital sensors
• Compatibility:
  • mBlock is available for PC, Tablet, and Browser, and is compatible with Windows, MacOS, Linux, and Chromebook
  • micro: Python (upload mode): Windows, OSX, Linux, Chromebook, Web
  • Python 3 (live mode): Windows, OSX, Linux, Web

In the box:

• 1 – CyberPi
• 1 – mBot2 Shield
• 1 – USB Cable (type-C)
• 1 – Ultrasonic Sensor
• 1 – Chassis
• 1 – Quad RGB Sensor
• 2 – Encoder Motor
• 2 – Motor Cable
• 2 – Wheel Hub
• 2 – Slick Tyre
• 1 – Mini Wheel
• 1 – Screwdriver
• 1 – Line-following Track Map
• 2 – mBuild Cable (10cm)
• 1 – mBuild Cable (20cm)
• 6 – M4*25mm Screw
• 6 – M4*14mm Screw
• 6 – M4*8mm Screw
• 4 – M2.5*12mm Screw

If you're looking to help students gain confidence in coding while transitioning from block-based to text-based programming, then look no further than mBlock. This block-based programming language is designed to help students understand the fundamental concepts of coding by allowing them to drag and drop code blocks, making it an intuitive and engaging experience.

But that's not all. With mBlock, students can seamlessly transition from block-based programming to microPython, which encourages them to learn high-level object-oriented languages. This transition is made even easier with just one click, allowing students to see the relationship between block-based and text-based coding. This not only helps them to learn faster but also helps them to become more independent coders.

Once students are comfortable with microPython, they can move on to Python 3, which is a powerful text-based programming language used in AI, IoT, and Data Science. By exploring Python 3, students can become true problem solvers and independent thinkers, with the ability to tackle complex coding challenges with ease.