Rover Sensor Resources
Each Micromelon Rover comes with 5 unique sensor types built in. Below we will outline some useful resources for learning how each of these sensors work and some classroom activities that utilise the each sensor.
The Ultrasonic Sensor
Understanding The Ultrasonic Sensor
The ultrasonic sensor is a proximity sensor located on the front of the rover. The sensor provides the distance from objects the sensor is pointed at in centimetres. Check out our Understanding The Ultrasonic Sensor post to get a full breakdown of how the ultrasonic works and how to use it.
Ultrasonic Sensor Activities
Looking for some activities which include the ultrasonic? Below are some of our favourites.
The Colour Sensors
Understanding The Colour Sensor
The colour sensors detect the colour of the surface they are facing. Check out our Understanding The Colour Sensors post to get a full breakdown of how the colour sensors work and how to use them.
Colour Sensor Activities
Looking for some activities which include the colour sensors? Below are some of our favourites.
The Infrared (IR) Sensors
Understanding The IR Sensors
The infrared (IR) sensors are a proximity sensor located on each side of the rover. Check out our Understanding The IR Sensors post to get a full breakdown of how the IR sensors work and how to use it.
IR Sensor Activities
Looking for some activities which include the IR sensors? Below are some of our favourites.
The Accelerometer
Understanding The Accelerometer
The accelerometer is a sensor located on the Rover circuit board which detects the Rovers rotation in space. Check out our Understanding The Accelerometer post to get a full breakdown of how the accelerometer work and how to use it.
Accelerometer Activities
Looking for some activities which include the accelerometer? Below are some of our favourites.
The Gyroscope
Understanding The Gyroscope
The gyroscope is a sensor located on the Rover circuit board which detects how fast the Rover is rotating in space. Check out our Understanding The Gyroscope post to get a full breakdown of how the gyroscope work and how to use it.
Gyroscope Activities
Looking for some activities which include the gyroscope? Below are some of our favourites.