11. Robotic devices

11.CONSTRUCTION OF ROBOTIC DEVICES

Subject: Science (Physics/Robotics) Grade: 7th Lesson title: Construction of Robotic Devices Time: 45 min LearningUnit: Construction of 2 types of robotic devices, which demonstrates physical phenomena: Magnetic field presence detector and electronic pendulum

Targeted competencies

Knowledge: Students learn about: Robotic sensors and their principles of operation Operation of robotic sensors and their connection to the control unit Various topics from physics (electric circuit, magnetic field strength, frequency and period of oscillating harmonic motion)

Abilities:

Students will develop their ability of planning and constructing (robotic kit) They will learn to measure physical quantities They will improve their manual skills Attitudes:

Students will be able to orientate themselves in the manual, plan and construct a robotic kit Thanks to a better understanding of physics and robotics, students will not be afraid of another project with a robotic kit Resources: iTriangle robotic kit, manual

Methodological guidelines:

Students were divided into 4 groups, each equipped with the iTriangle robotic kit. The groups were introduced to the goal of the lesson and the purpose and principle of operation of the resulting robotic devices. The groups had to choose between a "pendulum" or a "magnetic detector". According to the instructions, the students planned the method of construction and the necessary components. Then they assembled the products and verified their functionality.

Afterwards they measured physical quantities and analysed their findings.