What is Robolink?
Robolink specializes in developing educational robotics kits designed to enhance student engagement and prepare them for future technological advancements. Their product line includes programmable drones, such as the CoDrone EDU, and self-driving AI car kits like Zumi. These tools are crafted to make learning coding, robotics, and artificial intelligence accessible and enjoyable for students.
Aimed at grades 6-12, Robolink's kits are integrated into classroom settings with supporting curriculum and professional development for educators. Students can learn programming using both block-based languages like Blockly and text-based languages such as Python. Furthermore, the CoDrone EDU is recognized for its use in educational competitions, including the national Aerial Drone Competition, providing a practical and competitive application for acquired skills.
Features
- Programmable Drones: CoDrone EDU, designed for classroom learning, featuring color-sensing, obstacle detection, and aerial maneuvers.
- Self-Driving AI Car Kit: Zumi, a kit for learning about artificial intelligence through self-driving car technology.
- Dual Programming Languages: Supports both Blockly (block-based coding) and Python (text-based coding).
- Comprehensive Curriculum: Offers standards-aligned lessons and a lesson portal for educators.
- Classroom Integration: Provides classroom packs and professional development options for teachers.
- Competition Ready: CoDrone EDU is approved for the national Aerial Drone Competition run by the REC Foundation.
- Advanced Sensor Technology: Drones equipped with 7 sensors, including accelerometers, gyroscopes, color sensors, and obstacle detection.
- Extended Flight Time: Features 2 batteries with 8+ minutes of flight time each for CoDrone EDU.
Use Cases
- Teaching coding and robotics in middle and high school classrooms.
- Engaging students in STEAM subjects through hands-on drone and AI car projects.
- Preparing student teams for robotics and aerial drone competitions.
- Providing professional development for educators in coding, robotics, and AI instruction.
- Facilitating robotics clubs and extracurricular STEM activities.
- Introducing students to artificial intelligence concepts with the Zumi self-driving car.
FAQs
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What age group is Robolink's CoDrone EDU suitable for?
CoDrone EDU is classroom-friendly and designed for students in grades 6-12. -
What programming languages can be used with CoDrone EDU?
CoDrone EDU supports two programming languages: Blockly, a block-based language, and Python, a text-based language. -
Is CoDrone EDU suitable for competitions?
Yes, the CoDrone EDU is approved for the national Aerial Drone Competition, run by the REC Foundation. -
What kind of support does Robolink offer for educators?
Robolink provides curriculum, classroom packs, professional development options, a lesson portal, and technical support. -
What are some key features of the CoDrone EDU?
CoDrone EDU features color-sensing, obstacle detection, 7 sensors, programmable LEDs and sounds, supports two programming languages, and offers over 8 minutes of flight time per battery.
