Description
The SparkFun Inventor's Kit (SIK) is a great way to get started with programming and hardware interaction with the Arduino programming language. The SIK includes everything you need to complete five overarching projects consisting of 16 interconnected circuits that teach everything from blinking an LED to reading sensors. The culminating project is your very own autonomous robot! No previous programming or electronics experience is required to use this kit.
- SparkFun RedBoard Qwiic
- Arduino and Breadboard Holder
- SparkFun Inventor's Kit Guidebook
- White Solderless Breadboard
- Carrying Case
- SparkFun Mini Screwdriver
- 16x2 White-on-Black LCD (with headers)
- SparkFun Motor Driver (with Headers)
- Pair of Rubber Wheels
- Pair of Hobby Gearmotors
- Small Servo
- Ultrasonic Distance Sensor
- TMP36 Temp Sensor
- 6' USB micro-B Cable
- Jumper Wires
- Photocell
- Tricolor LED
- Red, Blue, Yellow and Green LEDs
- Red, Blue, Yellow and Green Tactile Buttons
- 10K Trimpot
- Mini Power Switch
- Piezo Speaker
- AA Battery Holder
- 330 and 10K Resistors
- Binder Clip
- Dual-Lock Fastener
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SIK Print Guide Errata (v4.1)
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Project 1: Light
- Circuit 1A: Blinking an LED
- Circuit 1B: Potentiometer
- Circuit 1C: Photoresistor
- Circuit 1D: RGB Night-Light
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Project 2: Sound
- Circuit 2A: Buzzer
- Circuit 2B: Digital Trumpet
- Circuit 2C: "Simon Says" Game
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Project 3: Motion
- Circuit 3A: Servo Motors
- Circuit 3B: Distance Sensor
- Circuit 3C: Motion Alarm
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Project 4: Display
- Circuit 4A: LCD "Hello, World!"
- Circuit 4B: Temperature Sensor
- Circuit 4C: "DIY Who Am I?" Game
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Project 5: Robot
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Circuit 5A: Motor Basics
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Circuit 5B: Remote-Controlled Robot
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Circuit 5C: Autonomous Robot
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FAQs:
Q: What is included in the SparkFun Inventor's Kit v4.1?
A: The kit includes a RedBoard Qwiic, breadboard, jumper wires, resistors, LEDs, buttons, a buzzer, motor, sensors (light, temperature, distance), LCD, and more. It also comes with a comprehensive experiment guide.
Q: What is the recommended age or experience level for this kit?
A: The SparkFun Inventor's Kit is designed for beginners with no prior electronics or programming experience. It's suitable for ages 10 and up.
Q: What programming language is used with this kit?
A: The kit uses the Arduino programming language, which is based on C/C++. The experiment guide provides step-by-step instructions and example code to get started.
Q: What can I learn from this kit?
A: The kit teaches the fundamentals of electronics, including circuits, components, sensors, and actuators. You'll learn how to program an Arduino board to control these components and build interactive projects.
Q: What kind of projects can I build with this kit?
A: The kit includes 16 circuits and 5 guided projects, culminating in building an autonomous robot. You can also use the components and knowledge gained to create your own unique projects.
