DESCRIPTION
cyber:bot is an Educational-Robots from Parallax. It is built for Education.
The cyber:bot is Parallax's Python-programmable educational robot built around the BBC micro:bit, developed as a joint project with CYBER.ORG, the academic initiative of the Cyber Innovation Center. It puts the micro:bit on the Parallax small-robot chassis. A pre-programmed Propeller multicore microcontroller on the cyber:bot board handles real-time servo control and sensors, so the robot can do more than the micro:bit could on its own. Students program it in MicroPython with the Mu editor or an online editor, and build their own touch, visible-light and infrared sensor circuits on the breadboard. It is aimed at Python-based computer science, career and technical education and cybersecurity programmes from middle school to college, with free robotics and cybersecurity tutorials. It works with Parallax small-robot add-ons such as the Ping))) ultrasonic sensor, LaserPING rangefinder, QTI line follower, gripper, crawler kit and Feedback 360 servos. It runs on five AA cells and needs assembly but no soldering. The kit with micro:bit costs USD 299, and a version without the micro:bit is also sold.
FEATURES
- BBC micro:bit plus Propeller multicore co-processor
- Python (MicroPython) programming with Mu or online editor
- Breadboard for touch, light and infrared sensor circuits
- Continuous-rotation servo drive on aluminium chassis
- Robotics and cybersecurity tutorial series
- Compatible with Ping))), LaserPING, QTI, gripper and crawler add-ons
- No soldering, five AA batteries
- Developed with CYBER.ORG
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Wheeled |
|---|---|
| Environment | Classrooms, robotics clubs and home learning |
ROBOT FORUMS
Loading forums...
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
| Mobility | |
| Movement Type | Wheeled |
|---|---|
| Environment | Classrooms, robotics clubs and home learning |
Images
martti
martti
martti
martti
marttiImage Contributions
Videos
ROBOT FORUMS
Loading forums...
RATINGS
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the cyber:bot?
The cyber:bot is Parallax's Python-programmable educational robot built around the BBC micro:bit, developed as a joint project with CYBER.ORG, the academic initiative of the Cyber Innovation Center. It puts the micro:bit on the Parallax small-robot chassis.
Who makes the cyber:bot?
The cyber:bot is made by Parallax, a robotics company based in United States.
How much does the cyber:bot cost?
Parallax has not publicly announced pricing for the cyber:bot. You can enquire through RobotAIGeek for current pricing.
What is the cyber:bot used for?
The cyber:bot is designed for education. It is used in education settings.
COMPARE WITH SIMILAR ROBOTS
See how this robot stacks up against its closest alternatives
Alternatives to cyber:bot →
