π€ DFRobot Micro Maqueen Lite (ROB0148-EN-1) 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 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, plug-and-play, it allows students to quickly learn graphical programming in an entertaining way while nurturing their interests in science and logical thinking. Suggested Age: 8+ Micro Maqueen is accessible to the 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. π Features Compatible with micro:bit V2 (included) Easy assembly in just 4 steps: install wheels, battery holder, micro:bit, and ultrasonic sensor Supports Mind+ graphical programming and MakeCode Ideal for kids aged 8+, perfect for classroom or home learning Mini size, highly portable and classroom-friendly Rich set of built-in modules: Ultrasonic sensor, buzzer, IR receiver LED car lights, RGB ambient lights Grayscale line-tracking sensors Unlock multiple modes through programming: Single Player Mode: Walking, Singing, Light Chasing, etc. Interactive Mode: Math, Drawing, Dancing Multiplayer Mode: Gamepad control, Flying Chess, Remote driving Supports expansion into themed robots: Firefighter Robot, Voice-Controlled Robot, Internet-Controlled Robot, NFC-Controlled Robot, etc. Exclusive customized POM bearing wheel β flexible, reliable, strong obstacle crossing ability All-metal miniature gear motor β strong driving force Highly expandable with I2C interface, ultrasonic module, LED lights, RGB lights, buzzer, etc. π οΈ Hardware Compatibility Supports three major hardware platforms: micro:bit, Arduino, ESP32 Compatible with a wide range of add-on modules Converts visual code blocks into real Python or Arduino code via built-in interpreter π Specifications Supply Voltage: 3.5V~5V DC (Three AAA batteries or 3.6V~3.7V lithium battery) Infrared Grayscale Sensor Γ2 Buzzer Γ1 Infrared Receiver (NEC decoder) Γ1 LED Lights Γ2 RGB Ambient Lights Γ4 (16 million colors) SR04/SR04P Ultrasonic Interface (5V) Γ1 I2C Interface (5V) Γ1 Gravity Extension Interfaces (P0, P1, P2) Γ3 N20 All-metal Gear Motor Γ2 Motor Drive Mode: PWM motor drive Bracket and Protective Cover Extension M3 Screw Hole Γ6 Programming Method: MakeCode graphical programming Dimensions: 81mm Γ 85mm Γ 44mm / 3.19 Γ 3.35 Γ 1.73 in Weight: 75.55g π¦ Package Includes Main Body with all-metal gear motor and bearing wheel Γ1 Wheels Γ2 Ultrasonic Sensor Γ1 Battery Holder for 3 AAA batteries Γ1 Double-sided tape Γ1 Quick Start Guide Γ1 micro:bit V2 board Γ1 Note: Batteries are not included. Each product comes in individual packaging for convenient distribution in group activities. π‘ Why Choose Maqueen Lite? Beginner-friendly with visual coding tools Great for hands-on STEAM education Encourages logical thinking and creativity Supports various programming languages and platforms