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.
Arduino Alvik - educational robot with Arduino Nano ESP32 - AKX00066.
The Arduino Alvik robot is based on the Arduino Nano ESP32 module.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.
Arduino Alvik is compatible with LEGO.
Programming the robot in Arduino IDE or Arduino Cloud.
- 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 robot controller.
The Arduino Alvik robot is equipped with a motor with an encoder.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
Arduino Alvik equipped with Grove, Qwiic connectors and servos.
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