Winter vacation to the world of robots
The online store "Sanwa Direct" has released a programming education robot kit "Makeblock mBot" (800-MBSET001) for children. The price is 15,556 yen (excluding tax).
This product is a robot kit that allows children to learn programming while having fun. By assembling the attached skeleton, screws, nuts, etc., it becomes an automobile type, and you can experience the movement control using dedicated software.
The main board uses the educational microcomputer "mCore" designed based on Arduino. In addition to being equipped with several types of sensors such as an optical sensor and an infrared receiver, each part is color-coded with a label, making it easy to perform electronic work.
The black base in the center is "mCore"
In addition, the programming software "mBlock" (Windows, Mac OS) and "mBlockly for mBot" (for iPad only) are visual and easy to understand, and even children who do not know complicated specialized languages can set it without hesitation.
The size of the main body after completion is W170 x D130 x H90mm, and the weight is about 500g (17.64oz). The robot can be operated not only from the attached remote control but also from a smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth communication.
Remote control with Bluetooth!