ROBOTEK:
MBOT RANGER
MOBILE PROGRAMMING
GRADE 7
Safety First
When working, always remember!
SAFETY FIRST!
 Always remember and make sure that
your hands are dry (use working gloves
if necessary).
 Make sure your working areas are
clean.
NO Liquid materials or Drinks
NO Conductible material near work
area
 Make sure you know where the first aid
kit are place.
 Always triple Check
your work
*Connections
*Wiring
*Program Codes
 Read the schematic
diagram carefully
MODULE 1: ALL ABOUT ROBOTS
SESSION 1:ROBOTS AND MACHINES
SESSION OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, the students should
be able to:
 Define what is a robot;
 give some examples of a machine;
 cite some examples and applications of a
simple machine in our daily life.
 Classify robots as autonoAmous/a.i
HISTORY OF MACHINES
Once upon a time a person needed to
move something heavy. He or she
picked up a long stick and stuck it
under the edge of the heavy object
and then pushed down on the other
end of the stick. And the first simple
machine was invented. Simple
machines are just that. The simplest
form of using one thing to
accomplish something faster or
better. A tool. They were the first
ones created and we still use them
today.
WHAT IS A MACHINE?
A MACHINE is a device which is made up of one or more parts and requires
energy to perform a particular task.
James Albert Bonsack's cigarette rolling machine, invented in 1880 and
patented in 1881
Examples of Machines
 Photocopier
 Automobile
 Generator
 Vending machine
 Sewing machine
 Clock
 Blender
WHAT IS A SIMPLE MACHINE?
 A SIMPLE MACHINE is a mechanically simple device which uses leverage
to multiply the force put into it.
 The windlass is a well-known application of the wheel and axle.
Examples of Simple Machines
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Simple
Machine
Pulley
Wheel and
axel
Wedge
Lever
Definition
Application
Uses wheels and rope to raise or lower an object.
Used to carry heavy loads easily over long distances.
Wishing well, crane
Wheelbarrow,
bicycle
Used to separate objects or secure these.
Used to move a heavy load at one end when a lighter load is
placed at the other end.
Essentially an inclined plane wrapped around a cylinder in a
· Screw
spiral.
· Inclined Plane Any slope or ramp, inclined at an angle to the horizontal, which
makes transporting heavy objects easier than directly lifting
these.
Pick axe, shovel
Seesaw, door knob
Screw, cork screw
Ladder, slide
THE PULLEY
The pulley is actually a version
of a wheel and axle that is
combined with a rope, chain or
other cord to allow moving
something up and down or
back and forth. The pulley can
be combined with other
pulleys to reduce the amount
of work necessary to lift huge
amounts of weight or to lower
them down.
Wheel and Axle
A simple machine which is
made up of two circular
objects, a large disc and a
small cylinder, both of which
are connected at their centers.
The disc is called the wheel,
and the cylindrical object or
rod is the axle. Both need to be
joined to create this simple
machine.
WEDGE
A triangular tool, often
made of metal, wood,
stone or plastic. It is thick
on one end and tapers to a
thin or sharp edge on the
other end. Technically it is
an inclined plane (or two
inclined planes put
together to form a triangle)
that moves.
LEVER
The lever is a long
tool such as a pole or
a rod put under an
object to lift it. The
lever is more
efficient when
combined with
a fulcrum.
SCREW
The screw is really a
twisted inclined plane.
It allows movement from
a lower position to a
higher position but at
the same time it moves
it in a circle. That makes
it take up less horizontal
space. A screw can also
act to hold things togeth
er in some cases.
INCLINED PLANE
The inclined plane is
simply a ramp. One end is
higher than the opposite
end. This allows things to
go from a low point to a
higher point. Or vice
versa. It takes the same
amount of work, but less
force, to move an object
up a ramp than to move it
vertically.
ROBOT
WHAT IS A ROBOT?
 A Robot is a machine —especially one
programmable by a computer— which can
carry out a potentially complex series of
actions on its own.
 Robots can be guided by an external control device or by a program
imbedded in its computer memory. Robots may be constructed to take
human form but the forms of most robots follow the function they are
designed to perform.
 Common elements which make up a robot are the controller, manipulator,
and end-effector that is what is most associated with industrial robots, like a
robotic arm which welds car parts together.
Types of robots
 Industrial robots
 Household robots
 Medical robots
 Service robots
 Military robots
 Entertainment robots
 Space exploration robots
 Hobby and competition robots
Industrial robots
HOUSEHOLD ROBOTS
WHAT IS ROBOTICS?
 ROBOTICS is the field of science and
technology which deals with how robots are
designed, constructed and operated.
Robotic Arm
Example of robotic products
 Drones
 Microbots
 Androids
 Asimo
 Nao
 Jibo
 Roomba
 Aibo
WHAT IS MEANT BY “AUTONOMOUS?”
 Autonomous, in robotics, refers to a
robot’s capability to perform the tasks set
to it without the need for constant outside
supervision, such as from a human
Example of autonomous robots:
 Delivery robot – a robot that can deliver a parcel to a given address
while navigating such real world concerns as landscape, traffic and
weather.
 Space exploration robot – a robot which is used to explore other
planets and various phenomena related to outer space. These need to
be autonomous because of the time lag, which can be as long as minutes
or hours, between the time a signal is sent from the Earth to the
satellite, and vice versa.
 Social robot – a robot designed to socialize with humans, such as one
designed to look and act like a pet.
 Maintenance robot – a robot that is intended to work environments
which could be dirty or dangerous to humans, such as in sewers or in
mines.
WHAT IS ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE?
 Artificial Intelligence - a branch of
computer science which deals enabling a
machine or a robot to imitate intelligent
human behavior.
Examples of Artificial Intelligence Technology the
21st century
 Siri, a popular personal assistant offered by Apple in iPhone and iPad,
uses machine-learning technology to enable it to better understand
natural language questions and requests over time.
 Tesla Autopilot is a car driver assistant which enables a car to operate
autonomously in limited environments.
 Cogito is an AI software which analyzes voice calls to assist call centers
when the latter’s employees deal with those customers calling in.
 Flying drones are probably some of the best-known robots in use today.
Autonomous versions of these use AI to control construction projects,
and in the near future to deliver products and help with reporting the
news.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
I. List down 5 examples of a machine.
1.___________________
2.___________________
3.___________________
4.___________________
5.___________________
II. Identify the correct simple machine used in the ff. objects.
1. crane: __________
6. Pick axe: __________
2. shovel: __________
7. cork screw: __________
3. Wheelbarrow: __________
8. Wishing well: __________
4. Seesaw: __________
9. bicycle: __________
5. Flat Screw: __________
10. door knob: __________
III. Write A if the robot is Autonomous and AI if the robot is classified as
Artificial Intelligence.
_____1. Maintenance robot – is a robot that is intended to work
environments which could be dirty or dangerous to humans, such as in
sewers or in mines.
_____2. Siri, a popular personal assistant offered by Apple in iPhone and
iPad, uses machine-learning technology to enable it to better understand
natural language questions and requests over time.
_____3. Tesla Autopilot is a car driver assistant which enables a car to
operate autonomously in limited environments.
_____4. Social robot – a robot designed to socialize with humans, such as
one designed to look and act like a pet.
_____5. Flying drones are probably some of the best-known robots in use
today.
SESSION 2: THE MBOT RANGER AND
ITS FORMS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Familiarize with the mBot ranger and its three forms
 Identify the components of an mBot ranger;
 Learn to use the proper working tools and equipment
correctly.
DISCUSSION: INTRODUCTION TO THE MBOT RANGER
 The mBot Ranger is a three-in-one robot kit which
can be configured into three forms: a robotank , a
three wheeled racing car and a self-balancing car.
 Programming and controlling the mBot Ranger can be
done through smart phones, tablets or computers.
LIST OF PARTS
Proper Working Tools and Equipment
PRACTICE EXERCISES
I. Name the ff. mBot:
1.
2.
3.
II. Match the parts of an mBot to its correct image.
Write your answer on the space provided before each
number.
_____1. Plate T-Type
_____2. Nut m4
_____3. Track
_____4. USB cable
_____5. Hex and Cross screwdriver
_____6. Wrench
_____7. 62T Wheel
_____8. Ultrasonic sensor
_____9. Me Auriga
_____10. Encoder motor wire
III. Activity: Loosen, Tighten
 Demonstrate how to loosen and tighten a screw and
nut using the proper tools by following the schematic
SESSION 3: GETTING TO KNOW THE
ME AURIGA MICROCONTROLLER
SESSION OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Recognize the critical components of Me Auriga
Microcontroller
 Identify the Port no., Tag color, Compatible module
types, and Typical ME modules on the ME Auriga’s
Interface.
THE ME AURIGA MICROCONTROLLER
Features
 Supports DC motors, stepper
 Onboard gyroscope, sound
sensor, passive buzzer and
temperature sensor.
Can drive two encoder motors and
• PORT5 – PORT10 have shortsupport over-current protection
circuit protection and overfor 4A (instant).
current protection for 3A.
Supports Bluetooth and Bluetooth
• PORT1 – PORT4 have shortwireless upgrade firmware.
circuit protection and overOne-key power switch to control
current protection for 3.5A.
the whole circuit.
• USB port with antistatic
protection.
PORT5 – PORT10 support
continuous 5V DC and 4A output
• Compatible with ARDUINO IDE.
(max 3A)
• Compatible with RJ25 network
port.
PORT1 – PORT4 support
motors, servo controllers, smart
servos, encoder motors, etc
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continuous 3.5A output (max 5A)
INTRODUCTION TO PORTS
ME AURIGA’S INTERFACE
PRACTICE EXERCISES
II.Complete the table by filling in all the information
required
for the ME Auriga Interface. (10pts)
II.Complete the table by filling in all the information required for the ME Auriga Interface.
(10pts)
SESSION 4: THE SENSORS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Identify the different types of sensors
 Determine the function of the different types of
sensors.
 Cite some applications of sensors in our lives.
LIGHT SENSOR
The Me Auriga has two on-board light sensors, which measure the intensity
(brightness) of the light shines on these; the brighter the light, the higher
the signal. The light sensors can be used to make an intelligent dimming
lamp, a light-avoiding robot and a light-following robot.
SOUND SENSOR
 The Me Auriga’s sound sensor is designed to detect the intensity of
sound in the surrounding environment. It can deliver output analog
values ranging from 0 to 1023 and can be used in such sound interactive
projects as a voice operated switch.
GYROSCOPE SENSOR
 The Ranger’s on-board gyroscope sensor is a motion processing module
which measures both the linear and angular rates of acceleration. It can
be used together with the encoder motor to build a self-balancing car.
TEMPERATURE SENSOR
 The Ranger's on-board temperature sensor contains a tiny thermometer
(a Negative Temperature Coefficient of resistance – NTC – thermistor)
that detects the temperature of the surroundings.
ULTRASONIC SENSOR
 The Me Ultrasonic Sensor is an electronic module that sends out an
ultrasonic wave, listens to the return signal and then determines the
distance between the sensor and an object based on the time it took for
the signal to be sent out and then to be detected. Ultrasonic sensors
have numerous applications in the real world, such as proximity alarms
and as parking assistance sensors for cars. This Me Ultrasonic Sensor can
be attached to the port with yellow tags on Me Auriga.
LINE FOLLOWER SENSOR
 The Me Line Follower module enables the robot to detect lines or
nearby objects. The module has two sensors, each of which consists of
an IR emitting LED and an IR sensitive phototransistor. By measuring the
amount of reflected infrared light, the module can detect transitions
from light to dark, particularly lines, as well as objects directly in front
of it. This module can be connected to the port with blue tags on Me
Auriga.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
I. Identify the type of sensor being descibed.
__________1. It is a module that enables the robot to detect lines or nearby
objects. The module has two sensors, each of which consists of an IR emitting LED
and an IR sensitive phototransistor.
__________2. An electronic module that sends out an ultrasonic wave, listens to the
return signal and then determines the distance between the sensor and an object
based on the time it took for the signal to be sent out and then to be detected.
__________3.A sensor that is a motion processing module which measures both the
linear and angular rates of acceleration.
__________4. A sensor designed to detect the intensity of sound in the surrounding
environment.
__________5. It is a type of sensor which measures the intensity (brightness) of the
light; the brighter the light, the higher the signal.
II. Essay: Choose a sensor and give instances how it can be used along with different
mechanical objects. Give specific examples and explain your answer. (10pts)
SESSION 5:IDENTIFYING BATTERIES
SESSION OBJECTIVES:
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Identify basic information about batteries. (types,
sizes, battery information)
 Determine indications that the batteries have become
weak and needs replacement
 Practice safety procedures in using and replacing
batteries.
BATTERY BASIC INFORMATION
A BATTERY is a device which converts the chemical energy stored in its
cells into electrical energy. Batteris are used to power such devices as
flashlights, smartphones, and electric cars.
Types of Batteries
Nickel cadmium (NiCd) – used in cordless phones and for electric
vehicles.
Nickel-metal hydride (NiMH) – used for flashlights and in electric
plug-in vehicles.
Lead-acid – used in cars, backup power supplies and diesel-electric
submarines.
Lithium-ion – used in mobile phones, power tools and electric
vehicles such as electric cars.
Lithium polymer – used in mobile devices and radio-controlled
aircraft.
USING BATTERIES SAFELY
IMPORTANT BATTERY INFORMATION:
 Use only fresh batteries of the required size and recommended
type.
 Do not mix old and new batteries, or different types of batteries.
 Replace all batteries of the same type/brand at the same time.
 Do not short-circuit the battery terminals.
 Remove exhausted batteries from the robot.
 Remove batteries if the robot is not going to be operated for a
long period time.
LOW BATTERY INDICATORS:
The following phenomena are indications that the Ranger batteries
have become weak.
REPLACING BATTERIES- RANGER
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Nervous Bird
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Dashing Raptor
Step 1
Step 2
PRACTICE EXERCISES
Identify the type of battery based on where it is being used.
__________1. batteries used in mobile devices and radio-controlled
aircraft.
__________2. batteries used in cordless phones and for electric vehicles.
__________3. batteries used in mobile phones, power tools and electric
vehicles such as electric cars.
__________4. batteries used for flashlights and in electric plug-in vehicles.
__________5. batteries used in cars, backup power supplies and dieselelectric submarin
MODULE 2: EXPLORING THE MBOT
RANGER
SESSION 6:BUILDING THE MBOT
RANGER
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Assemble the mBot ranger by following the given
procedures needed for its assembly.
 Install proper wiring on the mBot by connecting the
correct mBot components with its corresponding
mCore connector port.
 Exhibit collaborative work in assembling the mBot
ASSEMBLING THE MBOT RANGER- LAND RAIDER
ASSEMBLING THE MBOT RANGER
WIRING THE MBOT RANGER
Practice exercises
Teams will present the progress of their mBot’s construction and shall be
rated according to the rubric .
SESSION 7: SETTING UP THE
MAKEBLOCK APP
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Determine how to install the makeblock app and
connect mBot Ranger via Bluetooth.
 follow visual instructions using mobile app.
 Drive the mBot ranger using the mobile app via
Bluetooth.
INSTALLING AND SETTING UP THE MAKEBLOCK APP
FROM THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE
 An Android smartphone/tablet must be used, as the Makeblock app
requires that the Android operating system be of at least version 4.3.
The device must also be Bluetooth ready, as the mBot will connect to
the device via Bluetooth.
 Once you are sure that the internet connection is stable, open the
Google Play Store and search for Makeblock. Download the app and wait
for it to install.
 After installation, open the app. A splash screen will then appear.

Clickable options will then appear. Swipe to the left to show the other
options.
USING BLUETOOTH TO CONNECT WITH THE MBOT
RANGER
The Android device now needs to be connected to the mBot Ranger.
Make sure that the batteries on the mBot are full or that their charge is
still okay. Low batteries may lead to an unstable connection or to no
connection at all. Turn on the mBot and click on the Bluetooth icon at the
right-top-corner. The devices would then auto-connect after the app
finishes searching for the mBot.
The Bluetooth icon will change color once the connection is already stable.
 Once the robot is connected, go to Play and select from any of the
following options to interact with the robot.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
 Activity I. Write down the steps necessary to set up the Makeblock app
and connect it via Bluetooth on your mobile device.
 Activity II. In the mobile app, go to play and drive the mBot ranger using
the different options available on the Makeblock app.
SESSION 8:CONTROLLING THE MBOT
VIA JOYSTICK
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Use the drive option in the makeblock app and control
the mBot via joystick in order to accomplish a given
task.
 Exhibit sportsmanship in games by being humble in
victory and graceful in defeat.
JOYSTICK CONTROL
 There are various pre-programmed options in the Makeblock app
available for use. For this exercise, the joystick function will be
explored.
 Navigate to the Play option on the app. There are 4 games ready to play.
These will be used when the mBots compete against each other later.
 Under the Play option, click Drive to control the mBot remotely from
the device. Makeblock has made this remote joystick easy to understand
and learn.
Shown above is the remote control of the Makeblock app. It has six
interactive buttons – one joystick, three drive settings, one button for the
LED, and one button for the buzzer. Test each of these buttons and see what
the mBot does each time you work these.
RACES
EXERCISE 1
Sprint Race
 The objective is to drive the mBot Ranger inside the playing field using
the Drive option in the Makeblock app, by placing the Ranger at the
starting line and driving it so it reaches the finish line the fastest time.
 Maze
 The objective is to use the Drive option in Makeblock App so that the
70 inches / 1.778 meters
mBot maneuvers through the maze in the shortest amount of time,
without touching the black line.
70 inches / 1.778 meters
SESSION 9:HOW TO USE THE DRAW
AND RUN FEATURE
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Use the draw and run feature in the makeblock app
and control the mBot in order to accomplish a given
task.
 Determine the relationship of the length of the line
drawn to the drawing area to the amount of time the
mBot will run.
DRAW AND RUN
 The Makeblock app has an interesting feature that enables the mBot to
follow a path which ws drawn out on the app. The path is noted by
image detection and is then translated to mBot motor movements via
the app.
PRACTICES EXERCISES
 EXERCISE 1
 Use the mBots to follow lines of different lengths. Once done, draw
different shapes like a triangle, a circle, a square and other common
shapes and then see what the mBot does.
 EXERCISE 2

Draw various lines across the whole drawing area and see how long
that takes the robot to complete the path. Measure how long the robot
traveled to give you an idea of how long you need to draw a line on the
app in the future.
Obstacle Maze
 Complete the maze in the fastest time, without touching the black line,
70 inches / 1.778 meters
by using the draw and run option in the Makeblock App.
70 inches / 1.778 meters
MODULE 3: MOBILE PROGRAMMING
SESSION 10:THE
MBLOCKLY:SEQUENCE,SOUND AND LIGHT,
AND LOOP
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Define what is mBlockly.
 Identify how to navigate, solve problems and
manipulate objects with the use of mobile coding
together with mBot
 Code block pallets to do Sequence, Sound and light,
and loop.
DISCUSSION
 mBlockly is a graphical programming software
designed for iPads/tablets and Android smartphone
users
mBlock program interface
To run the app:
 1. Select the mBlock app.
 2. Select mBot.
 3. Select Sequence.
 4. Select the first activity.
 5. Read the instruction and wait.
 6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
 7. Perform the given activity. If it was accomplished correctly, this
message will appear.
 8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
nine activities under Sequence.
 9. Once all Sequence activities are accomplished, move on to the other
activities noted below, to better learn more on how to navigate,
program and control the mBot
PRACTICE EXERCISES
EXERCISE I: SEQUENCE
1. Select the mBlock app.
2. Select mBot.
3. Select Sequence.
4. Select the first activity.
5. Read the instruction and wait.
6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the next
level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
nine activities under Sequence.
EXERCISE II: SOUND AND LIGHT
1. Select the mBlock app.
2. Select mBot.
3. Select Sound and light.
4. Select the first activity.
5. Read the instruction and wait.
6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the next
level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
seven activities under Sound and Light.
EXERCISE III: LOOP
1. Select the mBlock app.
2. Select mBot.
3. Select Sound and light.
4. Select the first activity.
5. Read the instruction and wait.
6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play
the next level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There
are five activities under Loop.
 9. Once all Sequence, Sound and Light, and Loop activities are
accomplished, move on to the other activities noted below, to better
learn more on how to navigate, program and control the mBot.
SESSION 11:THE
MBLOCKLY:ULTRASONIC,FOLLOWING,CONDI
TION
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Identify how to navigate, solve problems and
manipulate objects with the use of mobile coding
together with mBot
 Code block pallets to do Ultrasonic, Following, and
Condition.
 Coding of the block pallets through the mblock app
using ultrasonic, following, and condition.
 Following of the sequence of instructions from the
mblock app.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
EXERCISE I: ULTRASONIC
1. Select the mBlock app.
2. Select mBot.
3. Select Ultrasonic
4. Select the first activity.
5. Read the instruction and wait.
6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the next
level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
seven activities under Ultrasonic.
EXERCISE II: FOLLOWING
1. Select the mBlock app.
2. Select mBot.
3. Select Following.
4. Select the first activity.
5. Read the instruction and wait.
6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the next
level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
seven activities under Following.
EXERCISE III: CONDITION
1. Select the mBlock app.
2. Select mBot.
3. Select Condition.
4. Select the first activity.
5. Read the instruction and wait.
6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the next
level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
seven activities under Condition.
9. Once all Ultrasonic, Following, and Condition activities are
accomplished, move on to the other activities noted below, to better learn
more on how to navigate, program and control the mBot.
SESSION 12:THE MBLOCKLY:COMPARATION
AND LIGHTNESS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Identify how to navigate, solve problems and
manipulate objects with the use of mobile coding
together with mBot
 Code block pallets to do Comparation, and
Lightness.
 Coding of the block pallets through the mblock
app using comparation, and lightness.
 Following of the sequence of instructions from
the mblock app.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
 EXERCISE I: COMPARATION
 1. Select the mBlock app.
 2. Select mBot.
 3. Select comparation
 4. Select the first activity.
 5. Read the instruction and wait.
 6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
 7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the
next level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
 8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
six activities under Comparation.
 EXERCISE II: LIGHTNESS
 1. Select the mBlock app.
 2. Select mBot.
 3. Select Lightness.
 4. Select the first activity.
 5. Read the instruction and wait.
 6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
 7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the next
level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
 8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are six
activities under Lightness
SESSION 13: THE MBLOCKLY:NUMBER
AND VARIABLE
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should
be able to:
 Identify how to navigate, solve problems and
manipulate objects with the use of mobile
coding together with mBot
 Code block pallets to do Number, and
Variable.
Discussion
 Coding of the block pallets through the mblock
app using number, and variable.
 Following of the sequence of instructions from
the mblock app.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
 EXERCISE I: NUMBER
 1. Select the mBlock app.
 2. Select mBot.
 3. Select Number
 4. Select the first activity.
 5. Read the instruction and wait.
 6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
 7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the
next level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
 8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
six activities under Comparation.
 EXERCISE II: LIGHTNESS
 1. Select the mBlock app.
 2. Select mBot.
 3. Select Lightness.
 4. Select the first activity.
 5. Read the instruction and wait.
 6. Follow the given instructions, then click the Play button.
 7. Perform the given activity. You will see a message and can play the
next level if the activity was accomplished correctly.
 8. Finish the remaining activity to move on to the next level. There are
six activities under Lightness
SESSION 14:MOBILE
PROGRAMMING:OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Code program thru mobile app and solve given
problems.
 Determine the correct set of codes to solve the given
task.
 Exhibit teamwork, collaboration and problem solving
skills in accomplishing a given task.
MOBILE PROGRAMMING ACTIVITIES
 Open the mBot app and select Create.
 Select the blocks desired for the program and drag and drop these under
the starting block.
OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE
 The objective is of this activity is to make the mBot Ranger go through
the maze, while avoiding bumping or hitting any of the walls, to reach
the finish line in the shortest amount of time.
70 inches / 1.778 meters
FINISH
START
70 inches / 1.778 meters
Sample Program Code
SESSION 15:MOBILE PROGRAMMING:
CLIMBING OBSTACLE
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Code program thru mobile app and solve given
problems.
 Determine the correct set of codes to solve the given
task.
 Exhibit teamwork, collaboration and problem solving
skills in accomplishing a given task.
 Programming is an activity where creating the correct
set of codes for a certain task may not be precise at
first
 it is a trial and error process where we keep on
creating sets of codes to find the solution for the
problem.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
Climbing Obstacle
 The objective is of this activity for the mBot Ranger to reach the finish
point in the fastest amount of time. While within the playing field, the
Ranger must complete all the challenges, which consist of driving in
rough terrain, navigating and climbing and going down the hill.
SESSION 16:MOBILE PROGRAMMING:
INTELLIGENT TRACKING
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Code program thru mobile app and solve given
problems.
 Determine the correct set of codes to solve the given
task.
 Exhibit teamwork, collaboration and problem solving
skills in accomplishing a given task.
 Programming is an activity where creating the correct
set of codes for a certain task may not be precise at
first
 it is a trial and error process where we keep on
creating sets of codes to find the solution for the
problem.
PRACTICE EXERCISES
Intelligent Tracking
 Create a program that will make the mBot Ranger to
move to the locations assigned.
Examples:
1. Program and move the robot forward from letter A up
to letter J.
2. Program and move the robot to passing all the letters
from A to X, in alphabetical order.
B
C
D
E
F
L
K
J
I
H
G
M
N
O
P
Q
R
X
W
V
U
T
S
70 inches
70 inches
A
MODULE 4: PROBLEM SOLVING
SKILLS
SESSION 17: RGB LED PROJECT:
ALTERNATING LIGHTS AND BLINKING LEDS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be
able to:
 Determine the correct codes for alternating RGB
LEDs to display changes in color in sequence.
 Create a program for the RGB LEDs to display
blinking lights similar to those seen on Christmas
lights or on light decorations that automatically
turn on and off.
MOBILE LIGHT PROGRAM
The 12 RGB LEDs on the Me Auriga of the mBot Ranger are placed in
a circle. Each RGB LED can be programmed to control the
brightness of three different colors (red, green and blue) and use
combinations of different brightnesses of these three colors to
produce various, other colors.
12 RGB LEDs
Practice exercises
EXERCISE I: ALTERNATING LIGHT
 Make a program for alternating RGB LEDs to display changes in color in
sequence.
 Sample Code
EXERCISE II: BLINKING LED’S
Create a program for the RGB LEDs to display blinking lights similar
to those seen on Christmas lights or on light decorations that
automatically turn on and off.
SESSION 18: PROGRAMMING THE ME
AURIGA’S PASSIVE BUZZER
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Determine the correct codes for the passive buzzer to
produce musical notes that will play different tones.
 Make the mBot Ranger to produce combination of
sound, light and movement.
 Create a program for the buzzer to produce a
combination of harmonious musical notes.
MOBILE SOUND PROGRAM
The Me Auriga uses a passive buzzer as an output device
for signal tones or as an alarm sound.
Passive buzzer
 EXERCISE I: MAKING SOUND
create a program to make the passive buzzer to produce musical notes that
will play different tones.
Tone & Frequency Table
Syllable
do
re
mi
fa
so
la
ti
Note
C2
D2
E2
F2
G2
A2
B2
Note
C3
D3
E3
F3
G3
A3
B3
Note
C4
D4
E4
F4
G4
A4
B4
Note
C5
D5
E5
F5
G5
A5
B5
Note
C6
D6
E6
F6
G6
A6
B6
Note
C7
D7
E7
F7
G7
A7
B7
Exercise II: Playing Sound
Make the buzzer produce a combination of harmonious musical
notes.
Sample code:
Exercise III: : MOVEMENT
SESSION 19: BUILDING THE DASHING
RAPTOR
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Identify the parts needed to assemble the Dashing
Raptor
 Assemble the Dashing Raptor by following the given
procedures.
 Exhibit collaborative work in assembling the Dashing
Raptor.
ASSEMBLING A DASHING RAPTOR
Dashing raptor - A dashing raptor is a three-wheel racing car that
runs/spins fast like a raptor which eager to catch its game.
STEP 1
STEP 2
STEP 3
STEP 4
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 7
STEP 8
STEP 9
STEP 10
STEP 11
STEP 12
STEP 13
STEP 14
STEP 15
STEP 16
STEP 17
STEP 18
STEP 19
PRACTICE EXERCISES
 Teams will present the progress of their construction of the Beetle and
shall be rated according to the rubric below.
Assembling the Dashing Raptor
Planning the assembly of the Dashing Raptor
Supporting peers who have difficulty assembling the dashing
raptor
Responsibility for the designated dashing raptor
Problem solving Dashing raptor challenges
SESSION 20: THE DASHING
RAPTOR:RACE OF THE RAPTORS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Define the ff. terms:
 Speed
 torque
 Power
 Motion
 Complete a race using the Dashing raptor by
controlling it through a mobile device.
 Create a program using a mobile device which will
enable the raptor to move autonomously through the
race.
SPEED, TORQUE, POWER AND MOTION
 SPEED measures how fast an object travels over a
given period of time, measured in such terms as
kilometers per hour or meters per second.
 TORQUE is force applied circularly, at a certain
distance from the center of the circle it is applied at.
 POWER is the amount of energy done in a period of
time. The unit of power, Watts, measures how much
energy, in Joules, is done in a single second.
 MOTION is a change in an object’s position over a
period of time.
SPEED, TORQUE, POWER AND MOTION
PRACTICE EXERCISES
 3 WHEELED RACING BOT
 EXERCISE I. Race the Dashing Robot from start to finish line by
FINISH
START
controlling it from a mobile device.
70 inches
 EXERCISE II. Using the same playing field, race the Dashing Raptor from
FINISH
START
start to finish lines. For this race, the Dashing Raptor must move
autonomously, courtesy of a program created from a mobile device.
70 inches
SESSION 21: THE DASHING
RAPTOR:SENSIBLE RAPTORS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Identify different sources of light.
 Enumerate the different types of sensors.
 Create a program using a mobile device which will
enable the raptor to move automatically when it
detects sound or light.
 SENSOR – a device used to sense its environment that can help a robot
effectively perform specific tasks.
TYPES OF SENSORS
 Temperature sensor
 Infrared (IR) sensor
 Ultrasonic sensor
 Touch sensor
 Proximity sensor
 Pressure sensor
 Level sensor
 Smoke and gas Sensor
 LIGHT has lots of charcteristics and sources that depends either from
natural element or man-made that can be used in any location and its
purpose.
Sources of light
 Natural sources, like the sun or fire.
 Artifical sources, like flashlights or light bulbs.
Characteristics of light
PRACTICE EXERCISES
EXERCISE I: Make the Dashing Raptor move automatically when it detects
noise, such as a clap.
1. The Dashing Raptor must be programmed to move forward from the
starting line and reach the finish line with only two claps being sounded.
2. The Dashing Raptor must be programmed to turn its RGB LEDs green if it
detects sound and orange if no sound is detected.
Sound Sensor
The objective is of this activity is for the Dashing Raptor to move
automatically when it detects noise, such as a clap.
1. The Dashing Raptor must be programmed to move forward from
the starting line and reach the finish line with only two claps being
sounded.
2. The Dashing Raptor must be programmed to turn its RGB LEDs
green if it detects sound and orange if no sound is detected.
START
FINISH
EXERCISE II: Have the Dashing Raptor move
automatically when it detects light, like that from a
flash light.
1. The racing bot must be programmed to move forward
whenever it detects light from a source, as well as to
stay within the path of the maze itself, reaching the
finish line in the shortest amount of time.
SESSION 22: THE DASHING
RAPTOR:AUTONOMOUS RAPTORS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Create a program for the Raptor to drive
autonomously.
 Determine the correct set of codes to solve the given
task.
 Exhibit teamwork, collaboration and problem solving
skills in accomplishing a given task.
SPRINT RACE
SAMPLE Game :
70 inches
Program the Dashing Raptor to drive autonomously from the starting line to
finish line, then go back again to the starting line in the fastest time.
70 inches
PRACTICE EXERCISES
 EXERCISE I: Program the Dashing Raptor to drive autonomously from the
starting line to the finish line in the fastest time, all the while avoiding
any obstacles placed in front of it.
SESSION 23: THE DASHING
RAPTOR:THE MAZE RUNNER
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Create a program for the Raptor to drive
autonomously while avoiding obstacles.
 Determine the correct set of codes to solve the given
task.
 Exhibit teamwork, collaboration and problem solving
skills in accomplishing a given task.
OBSTACLE AVOIDANCE
 Program the Dashing Raptor to move through the maze and reach the
finish line in the fastest amount of time while avoiding bumping or
hitting any of the maze walls.
70 inches / 1.778 meters
FINISH
START
70 inches / 1.778 meters
SESSION 24: THE DASHING
RAPTOR:RACETHE INTELLIGENT RAPTORS
SESSION OBJECTIVES
At the end of this session, the students should be able
to:
 Create a program for the Raptor to move from one
assigned location to another
 Determine the correct set of codes to solve the given
task.
 Exhibit teamwork, collaboration and problem solving
skills in accomplishing a given task.
INTELLIGENT TRACKING
Program the Dashing Raptor to move inside the box from
one assigned location to another.
1. The learner will first choose a card where the robot
will start, and another card showing where the robot
will stop.