mBot Mega


An advanced robotics kit designed by Makeblock, aimed at users who want to explore more complex robotics and programming concepts. It's an upgrade from the simpler mBot and is often used in educational settings, maker spaces, and hobbyist projects.

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What you will learn

Introduction to mBot Mega


Intermediate mBot Mega


Advanced mBot Mega


Advanced Robotics with mBot Mega


Capstone Projects with mBot Mega


Course Content

Semester 1:

  • Week 1-2: Overview of mBot Mega hardware and setup.
  • Week 3-5: Introduction to mBlock programming (block-based).
  • Week 6-8: Basic robotics concepts (movement, sensors).
  • Week 9-12: Simple projects (line following, obstacle avoidance).
  • Week 13-15: Mini project: Basic autonomous robot.

Semester 2:

  • Week 1-3: Transition to text-based programming with mBlock.
  • Week 4-6: Intermediate robotics projects (e.g., maze-solving robot).
  • Week 7-10: Introduction to robotic arms with mBot Mega.
  • Week 11-15: Mini project: Build a simple robotic arm.

Semester 1:

  • Week 1-3: Advanced programming with mBlock (sensors, actuators).
  • Week 4-6: Working with additional sensors (ultrasonic, IR).
  • Week 7-10: Intermediate robotics concepts (path planning, decision-making).
  • Week 11-15: Project: Build a robot with advanced sensor integration.

Semester 2:

  • Week 1-3: Introduction to wireless control of robots (Bluetooth, Wi-Fi).
  • Week 4-6: Building a remote-controlled robot with mBot Mega.
  • Week 7-10: Integrating cameras and image processing with mBot Mega.
  • Week 11-15: Project: Build a vision-based robot (e.g., face tracking).

Semester 1:

  • Week 1-3: Robotics vision systems (using cameras with mBot Mega).
  • Week 4-6: Introduction to AI in robotics (basic AI algorithms).
  • Week 7-10: Multi-sensor fusion and complex data processing.
  • Week 11-15: Project: Design and build an autonomous navigation robot.

Semester 2:

  • Week 1-3: Advanced robotics programming (decision-making algorithms).
  • Week 4-6: Building robots for specific real-world tasks (e.g., delivery robot).
  • Week 7-10: Integrating multiple robots into a system (swarm robotics basics).
  • Week 11-15: Capstone project: Build a multifunctional robot using all mBot Mega features.

Semester 1:

  • Week 1-3: AI and robotics (machine learning integration).
  • Week 4-6: Robotics in complex environments (terrain navigation, obstacle avoidance).
  • Week 7-10: Multi-robot systems (coordinating multiple mBot Megas).
  • Week 11-15: Project: Design and implement a multi-robot system for a specific task.

Semester 2:

  • Week 1-3: Robotics in industry (automation and control in manufacturing).
  • Week 4-6: Building autonomous vehicles using mBot Mega.
  • Week 7-10: Integrating advanced sensors (LIDAR, ultrasonic arrays).
  • Week 11-15: Capstone project: Create an autonomous system for a real-world application.

Capstone Projects with mBot Mega

Semester 1:

  • Week 1-3: Ideation and proposal for a robotics capstone project.
  • Week 4-6: Feasibility studies and prototyping.
  • Week 7-9: Detailed project development (hardware and software integration).
  • Week 10-12: Testing and refinement of the robotic system.
  • Week 13-15: Final integration and performance evaluation.

Semester 2:

  • Week 1-3: Final project adjustments and optimizations.
  • Week 4-6: Comprehensive project documentation and technical writing.
  • Week 7-9: Final presentation and demonstration of the robotic system.
  • Week 10-12: Reflecting on the project, identifying challenges, and learning outcomes.
  • Week 13-15: Preparing the project for competitions or industry showcases.