NEXT GEN AI & ROBOTICS LAB FOR SCRATCH WITH ARDUINO 2025

NEXT GEN AI & ROBOTICS LAB FOR SCRATCH WITH ARDUINO 2025

especially useful for students from Classes 4 to 8

 

🚀 Next Gen AI & Robotics Lab for Scratch with Arduino

 🧠 What is the Next Gen AI & Robotics Lab?

The Next Generation AI & Robotics Lab is a modern educational setup designed to:

Introduce students to Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Robotics

Encourage hands-on learning

Promote problem-solving and creativity

Align with NEP 2020 goals*for skill-based learning

🎯 Objective

To help students:

Understand basic concepts of electronics and robotics

Learn programming through visual tools like Scratch (e.g., PictoBlox)

Build real-world smart projects using Arduino

🔧 Key Tools Used

| Tool                           | Description                                                                

| Scratch (PictoBlox)| A visual programming language used to control electronics without typing code |

| 🔌 Arduino Board   | A microcontroller that controls sensors and motors based on the program       |

| 🤖 Robotics Kit        | Includes sensors, motors, wheels, servos, LEDs, etc.                          |

| 💻 Laptop/Tablet     | Used to run the programming software and upload code                          |

💻 How to Use Scratch (PictoBlox) with Arduino

1. Connect Arduino

Use a USB cable to connect the Arduino to your PC or laptop.

2. Open PictoBlox

Download from [thestempedia.com](https://thestempedia.com)

Select  Arduino Mode or Upload Mode

3. Start Programming

Use drag-and-drop blocks to:

  * Turn ON/OFF LEDs

  * Read sensor values

  * Move robot motors

  * Control servo arms

  * Add AI functions like face recognition or object detection

4. Upload the Program

* Use the “Upload Code” button to send your program to the Arduino board.

 📚 Example Student Projects

| Project Name               | Description                                  |

| ---------------------         | -------------------------------------------- |

| 🚘 Line Follower         | Follows a black line using IR sensors        |

| 🧱 Obstacle Avoider     | Avoids obstacles using ultrasonic sensors    |

| 🗣️ Voice Control Car    | Controlled using voice commands              |

| 🗑️ Smart Dustbin          | Opens lid automatically when someone is near |

| 🎭 Face Detection        | Uses camera to detect faces using AI blocks  |

🎓 Benefits for Students (Classes 4–8)

Builds 21st-century skills: critical thinking, coding, and innovation

Encourages STEM-based learning

Develops understanding of AI, IoT, Robotics

Promotes curiosity and practical learning

Supports NEP 2020 goals for skill education

🏁 Conclusion

The Next Gen AI & Robotics Lab powered by Scratch and Arduino makes learning fun, interactive, and futuristic. Students gain real-world technical knowledge while building smart projects using easy-to-learn tools like PictoBlox.