Lesson #3: Programming the Motor + Basic Technic Parts


Goal:

  • Learn fundamental idea of programming
  • Learn program parts for Spike motors.
  • Learn how to download a program to the hub.
  • Learn how to “play” the program.
  • Learn names and functions of basic Technic parts

Concepts:

  • A program is basically a to-do list for the machine or robot.
  • Spike Prime can be programmed with visual blocks from the app.
  • The program can be “played” on the hub.
  • There are Lego pieces called “beams,” “axles,” “plates,” and “pins” that correspond to the vocabulary used in the construction of machines and buildings.
  • There are two types of pins: pins that allow easy movement and pins that don’t.

Materials:

Spike Prime kit.


Preparation:

Charge the hub.


Procedure:

Grampa will take care of the step-by-step.


Homework:

During the following week, see how many examples of beams, axles, plates, and pins you can find.