Product description: Arduino Alvik - educational robot with Arduino Nano ESP32 - AKX00066
Arduino Alvik is an educational robot platform in the form of a two-wheeled vehicle based on Arduino Nano ESP32 , which supports Bluetooth and WiFi wireless communication thanks to the ESP32-S3 system. It is equipped with two advanced engines with encoders, a number of sensors , such as a color sensor, line tracking sensor, distance sensor, accelerometer and gyroscope, proximity sensor and light sensor, as well as servo connectors, LEGO-compatible holes, and Qwiic and Grove connectors enabling the expansion of the robot with additional modules. The robot is powered by replaceable Li-Ion 18650 batteries , charged via USB C. The platform can be successfully used to conduct STEM classes in groups of two.
Main features of the Arduino Alvik robot
- Consistent and neat design - the robot platform allows you to create compact IoT and AI projects.
- Powerful and versatile - based on ESP32 and equipped with color, line tracking, distance, multi-axis accelerometer and gyroscope, proximity and light sensors.
- Programming in many languages - the robot can be coded in MicroPython, Arduino C and using a graphical programming language.
- High-quality components - precision motors with encoders ensure better performance.
- Multifunctional - the Arduino Alvik robot can be expanded using LEGO bricks and external sensors compatible with the Gorve or Qwiic standard.
- Replaceable battery - the platform is powered by a Li-Ion 18650 battery, which can be easily replaced. The cell is charged via the USB Type-C port.
Issues implemented based on Arduino Alvik
- Learning Coding and Programming - Arduino Alvik makes it easy to learn coding by offering a variety of features tailored to different educational levels. With MicroPython, block-based support, and integration with the Arduino IDE and Cloud, Arduino Alvik enables students to gradually explore programming knowledge.
- STEAM learning - sensors integrated in the platform enable learning in the field of STEM, including physics, mathematics and computational physics.
- Robotics and Engineering - Featuring advanced capabilities such as sensor integration, precision motor control, and comprehensive programming options, it demonstrates agility, intelligence, and strategic decision-making to outperform robotics competition and complete challenging tasks.
- Design based on real applications - lessons are designed for learning based on basic hardware and software projects and activities, as well as real-world applications. The projects will engage students in collaboration, learning and discovering the world of robotics.
- Design LEGO Creativity - By combining LEGO bricks, students can unleash their creativity and design a wide range of innovative projects, such as an interactive robot, home automation system and much more, in a fun and engaging way.
- Robot design - thanks to the compatibility of the Arduino Alvik robot with Grove and Qwiic connectors, students can easily expand its capabilities with additional modules from these series.
- Game Development - Arduino Alvik offers students an exciting and fun way to develop their game development skills. By exploring interactive game development using a combination of block-based programming with robotics, Scratch and MicroPython.
- Team Collaboration - Robot Cluster allows students to create a system of collaborative robots, both locally and remotely, through robot-to-robot communication or cloud connection.
Layout of elements on the Arduino Alvik board
- Arduino Nano ESP32
- 7x touch buttons
- ToF and line tracking sensor array
- Motor encoder 1
- 6-axis gyroscope and accelerometer
- RGB LED 1
- On/Off power switch
- Qwiic connector
- 2x servo connector
- Grove I2C connector
- Motor encoder 2
- Ground detection sensor
- RGB LED 2
- Li-Ion 18650 battery
- Qwiic connector
Arduino Alvik engine specifications
- Gear ratio: 1:150
- Gear: metal
- Torque: 1 kg*cm
- Supply voltage: 6V
- Current consumption without load: 70 mA (max. 90 mA)
- No-load speed: 96 ± 10% RPM
- Shaft length: 10 mm
- Encoder: 2x Hall effect outputs, 3 PPR
- Wheel diameter: 34 mm
Arduino Alvik specifications
- Control board: Arduino Nano ESP32 (ESP32-S3)
- Power supply: USB C / built-in replaceable Li-Ion 18650 battery
- Programming language: MicroPython, Arduino C, block
- Connectivity: Bluetooth, WiFi
- Entries:
- 7x touch button
- reset button (Nano ESP32 and Robot Carrier)
- line tracking sensor array
- ToF distance sensor
- RGB color sensor
- proximity and light sensor
- 6-axis gyroscope and accelerometer
- Outputs:
- 2x RGB LED
- precision motors with electromagnetic encoder
- Extensions:
- 2x Grove I2C and Qwiic I2C connectors
- 2x servo connector
- Lego Technic connector
- M3 screw connection
- Curriculum: projects and lesson plans aligned with ISTE and CSTA standards
- Number of students per product: 1 - 2
- Intended use: secondary schools, universities
- Set contents:
- complex Arduino Alvik robot with a built-in Li-Ion 18650 battery
- Arduino Nano ESP32
- USB type C cable
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