DFRobot Micro Maqueen Lite (ROB0148-EN-1) is an entry-level educational robot platform built for the micro:bit V2 board, designed to make STEAM education engaging and accessible for young learners. With its compact body, plug-and-play design, and support for graphical programming, Maqueen Lite is the ideal choice for kids and educators exploring the world of robotics and coding.
Micro Maqueen is an easy-to-use micro:bit programming robot for STEAM education, which inherits the playability and simple operation of micro:bit. With a mini body, play-and-play, it allows students to quickly learn graphical programming in an entertaining way while nurturing their interests in science and logical thinking.
Suggest Age: 8 +
Micro Maqueen is accessible to Mind+ Programming platform now. Mind+ is a graphical programming platform from DFRobot, supporting Python, Arduino, and other programming platforms. At present, Mind+ has been applied to all kinds of sensors, modules, and related educational products.
Key Features
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Compatible with micro:bit V2 (included)
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Easy assembly in just 4 steps: install wheels, battery holder, micro:bit, and ultrasonic sensor
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Supports Mind+ graphical programming platform, as well as MakeCode
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Ideal for kids aged 8 and up, perfect for classroom or home learning
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Mini size, highly portable and classroom-friendly
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Rich set of built-in modules:
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Ultrasonic sensor, buzzer, IR receiver
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LED car lights, RGB ambient lights
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Grayscale line-tracking sensors
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Unlock a variety of modes through hands-on programming:
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Single Player Mode: Walking, Singing, Light Chasing, and more
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Interactive Mode: Math, Drawing, Dancing
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Multiplayer Mode: Gamepad control, Flying Chess, Remote driving
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Supports expansion into different robot themes:
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Firefighter Robot, Voice-Controlled Robot, Internet Control Robot, NFC-Controlled Robot, etc.
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- Support for Makecode, will support Scratch and python later.
- Small size, flexible movement.
- All-metal miniature gear motor, good quality, strong driving force.
- Line patrol, ambient light, LED lights, ultrasonic interface, buzzer, I2C interface, mechanical expansion screw hole, etc. ... full-featured, highly expandable.
- Exclusive customized POM bearing wheel, flexible and reliable, strong obstacle crossing ability.
- Easy to install, easy to use.
Hardware Compatibility
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Supports three major hardware platforms:
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micro:bit, Arduino, ESP32
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Compatible with a wide range of add-on modules
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Converts visual code blocks into real Python or Arduino code via built-in interpreter
Specifications
- Supply Voltage: 3.5V~5V DC ( Three AAA batteries or 3.6V~3.7V lithium battery )
- Infrared Grayscale Sensor(High-low level) x 2
- Buzzer x 1
- Infrared Receiver (NEC decoder) x 1
- LED Lights (High-low level control) x 2
- RGB Ambient Light (16 million colors) x 4
- SR04, SR04P Ultrasonic Interface(5V) x 1
- I2C Interface (5V) x 1
- Gravity Extension Interfaces (P0, P1, P2) x 3
- N20 All-metal Gear Motor x 2
- Motor Drive Mode: PWM motor drive
- Bracket and Protective Cover Extension M3 Screw Hole x 6
- Programming Method: Makecode graphical programming,
- Dimension: 81mm x 85 mm x 44mm/3.19 x 3.35 x 1.73in
- Weight: 75.55g
Package Includes
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Main Body with all-metal gear motor and bearing wheel × 1
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Wheels × 2
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Ultrasonic Sensor × 1
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Battery Holder for 3 AAA batteries × 1
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Double-sided tape × 1
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Quick Start Guide × 1
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micro:bit V2 board × 1
Note: Batteries are not included. Each product comes in individual packaging for convenient distribution in group activities.
Why Choose Maqueen Lite?
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Beginner-friendly with visual coding tools
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Great for hands-on STEAM education
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Encourages logical thinking and creativity
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Supports various programming languages and platforms