Tipper Trailer Add-On For The :MOVE MINI Kitronik

DESCRIPTION

With this, the latest version of our Tipper Truck add-on for :MOVE mini MK2 for the BBC microbit, everyone’s favourite little programmable robot buggy just got much better. Robots often do more than just :MOVE from A to B, and with this add-on so can the :MOVE mini.

Although this addon has been designed to work with :MOVE mini MK2 it can also be fitted to the original :MOVE mini. We have produced two sets of build instructions as there is a slightly different procedure for each. The MK1 and MK2 build instructions can both be found in the resources section below.

Previously on :MOVE mini, it drew shapes, could be controlled via Bluetooth or with a second micro:bit, and could also be coded to perform a variety of light shows. Now, it can also totally carry and dump stuff too!

This self assembly Tipper Truck add-on kit is made from the same materials as :MOVE mini, designed in keeping with the :MOVE mini aesthetic, and also comes with the servo required to move the Tipper Truck trailer up and down.

There is a very simple Servo:Lite board hack that enables the control of the third servo. Once the kit is fully assembled, the Tipper Truck can be coded with the Microsoft MakeCode Editor.

FEATURES

• When attached to :MOVE mini this kit offers a fun introduction to the world of DIY robotics.
• Code it with the Microsoft MakeCode Editor.
• Use it in conjunction with an App and control it over Bluetooth.
• Use the radio function and a second micro:bit as a controller.

Contents:

• 1 x Set of Tipper Truck parts.
• 1 x Mini 180 Degree Servo.
• 8 x M2 6mm Pan head steel screw.
• 5 x M2 16mm Pan head steel screw.
• 8 x M2 Hex Full width nut.
• 2 x 6mm Counter sunk M3 screw.
• 2 x 10mm Counter sunk M3 screw.
• 2 x M3 Washers.

Dimensions:

• Length: 100mm.
• Width: 65mm.
• Height: 61mm.

RESOURCES

• Tipper Build Instructions for MK1 :MOVE mini.
• Tipper Build Instructions for MK2 :MOVE mini.
• Servo:Lite board Datasheet.

Coding Examples: 

• Example code and usage instructions.
• Guide For Kitronik Custom MakeCode Editor Servo Blocks.
• Getting Started With The Servo:Lite board.
• Guide For Controlling 3 Servos With The Servo:Lite board.
• Guide for Controlling :MOVE mini With The microbit Radio.
• Guide For Adding Bluetooth Remote Control To :MOVE mini.