The technic pieces included are different to support the different models that you get instructions for. The individual components will be available to buy so you can extend your set whatever you start with.
#Lego mindstorms gyro boy ev3 python software
Curriculum software also available separately.īasic graphical software included (I think.)īoth the Education and Home Editions use compatible motors, sensors and other add-ons so you can add to a basic set so you can make more models. Graphical software sold separately - includes data logging, Robot Educator learning tool and content editor for teachers. (plus bonus models created by the user community and selected by LEGO) (Plus more that require the Extension Set which includes more technic pieces) Uses AA Batteries (not included) Or you can buy a rechargeable battery pack. The models that you can build with the kit demonstrate the use of the LEGO Mindstorms app which allows kids to control their robots from a smart device. The home edition includes a remote control and IR receiver so kids can build remote control robots. It has companion STEM education resources so that kids can work through a syllabus, learning about data collection and analysis and other STEM topics as they build and use their robots. The education kit, as you would expect, is targeted towards use in the classroom. Clearly kids will be learning lots at home and having fun using EV3 at school, but the focus is different. The education kit is designed for classroom use and learning, while the focus of the home kit is building cool robots that you can control and have lots of fun with.
#Lego mindstorms gyro boy ev3 python code
I prefer to program the EV3 in python and have included the code here. I am working on a maze solver and used PID to follow the wall. It is written for the NXT and needs to be updated for the EV3. The best documentation I have found for PID is "A PID Controller For Lego Mindstorms Robots" by J.