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Systems of Technology - Robotics: Section 2 The ROKduino Smart v2.

The ROKduino Smart Locate/Open: The ROKduino Smart - Video Tutorial.

A microcontoller is a small computer chip that includes & ports, a processor, and. 2.

The ROKduino Smart can be programmed to detect information from connected to the input ports, that

1 Systems of Technology - Robotics: Section 2 The ROKduino Smart v2.0 Student Engineering Workbook Team Members: The ROKduino Smart Locate/Open: The ROKduino Smart - Video Tutorial. Write the correct answers in the spaces provided. 1. A microcontoller is a small computer chip that includes & ports, a processor, and. 2. What are some real-world examples of devices that include a microcontroller? A. B. 3. The ROKduino Smart can be programmed to detect information from connected to the input ports, that information into relevant commands, then send those commands to connected to the output ports. Place a check in the box provided after each task is complete. 4. Assemble: the Mechanical Chair (Build plans on pages 3-5). 5. Connect: and Motor/Output Cables. 6. Power ON: the ROKduino Smart. 7. Press: the blue Bump and observe: the Mechanical Chair. 1

2 Circle the correct answer in each set of parenthesis. The program or set of instructions that were uploaded to the ROKduino in this example were: 8. If the Bump connected to Input 1 is pressed, rotate the motor module connected to Output 1 (Clockwise or Counter Clockwise), and illuminate the light module connected to Output 2 (Red or Green). 9. If the Bump connected to Input 1 is NOT pressed, (Do or Do NOT) rotate the motor module connected to Output 1, and illuminate the light module connected to Ouput 2 (Red or Green). Circle the correct answer in each set of parenthesis. 10. (TRUE or FALSE) Custom programs can be uploaded to the microcontroller inside of the Maker ROK-Bot. 11. (TRUE or FALSE) The ROKduino Smart can control more than one output module at the same time. Disassembly & Cleanup Place a check in each box as each step is complete. 1. Disassemble: Mechanical Chair. 2. Locate: Programmable Robotics Inventory and Organization Guide/Mat. 3. Organize: Components back into Programmable Robotics Module. 2

3 Build & Modify Instructions Follow the step-by-step instructions to assemble the Mechanical Chair x 5x Beam 3x Beam Light Module 3 4 Motor Cable Port Single Snap Motor Module Single Snap Axle 6x Riser Mini Curved Beam 3

4 Build Build & & Modify Modify 5 Single Snap Double-Snap 6 5 Pulley 7 16x Gear Teeth 3x Bump Distance Gauge Markers Beam 4 Riser ROK-duino Smart Snap-In Seat

5 Build & Modify Build & Modify Cable Diagram Use the diagram below to connect sensor and motor/output cables to the Mechanical Chair. Inputs Inputs Outputs Outputs 5

ROKduino Build & Modify Basics ROKduino Basics To download

that can be used to create different types of robots.

removing the cover on the bottom of the block.

to prevent the batteries from running out of power.

variety of sensors that can be connected to the input ports

The ROKduino can be programmed to read information from

into relevant commands, and send those commands to modules

Inputs 8 Input Ports Light Bump Angle Low Power IR

(Input Port 8) Modules: 4 Output Ports There are two

ROKduino can be programmed to send out specific commands to

Outputs Light Module Motor Module (Output Ports 1-4)

six types of cables that are included with the ROKduino.

well as to connect the ROKduino to a computer so it can be

6 ROKduino Build & Modify Basics ROKduino Basics To download all necessary ROKduino software, visit: ROKduino Smart: The ROKduino is a programmable smartblock that can be used to create different types of robots. It is powered by (3) AA batteries that can be replaced by removing the cover on the bottom of the block. A bright green LED on the top of the block indicates if the ROKduino is ON or OFF. Make sure to power OFF the ROKduino when finished using it to prevent the batteries from running out of power. Power Indicator USB Port ON/OFF Switch s: There are a variety of sensors that can be connected to the input ports on the ROKduino. The ROKduino can be programmed to read information from sensors connected to input ports, process that information into relevant commands, and send those commands to modules connected to the output ports. Inputs 8 Input Ports Light Bump Angle Low Power IR Transmitter High Power IR Transmitter IR Receiver ROK-Star (Input Port 8) Modules: 4 Output Ports There are two modules that can be connected to the output ports on the ROKduino. The ROKduino can be programmed to send out specific commands to the modules to perform different functions. Outputs Light Module Motor Module (Output Ports 1-4) Quantity Included: 4 (Output Ports 1-4) Cables: There are six types of cables that are included with the ROKduino. These cables are used to connect sensors and modules, as well as to connect the ROKduino to a computer so it can be programmed. Make sure cables are pressed all the way into connecting ports to ensure a good connection. USB Cable Cable Cable Extender Motor/Output Cable Motor/Output Cable Motor/Output Cable Extender Quantity Included: 8 Length: 12 Quantity Included: 3 Length:

The Arduino IDE. & ArduBlock

The Arduino IDE. & ArduBlock Systems of Technology - Robotics: Section 3 The Arduino IDE & ArduBlock Instructions/Build Plans v2.0 Team Members: 1. 3. 2. 4. Introduction 1. Locate/Open: The Arduino IDE & Ardublock - Video Tutorial.