What Robotics Equipment do we offer?
We have access to the following robotics equipment:
- Misty Robots
- Sphero Bolt
Robotics is great for learning algorithms, writing basic instructions, and seeing them executed. Both robotic platforms support the use of Block and text programming (Misty-Python and Bolt-JavaScript)
1. Open the Misty App on the iPad (or Phone) and turn on the Misty.
- Locate the IP Address in the app
2. Access the Misty Website
- In a browser, type "http://{IP address of misty}. This will open all of the commands and programming tools.
3. Follow the tutorial and use the coding software provided.
- You can use the Command center, Blockly, or Python to code the robot.
1. Open the Sphero Play or Edu app on the iPad (or Phone)
- Make sure the Bolt is near the device and pair the two together.
2. Play simple games with Sphero Play
- Use touch controls to move the robot and change the LED array. Also play mini games and learn basic step programming.
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3. Write and run code with Sphero EDU
- You can go through coding tutorials or make your own code.
- An account is optional, but gives you the ability to save code and use for later.