Schlagwort: Maker Faire Rome

  • Exploring Alvik: 3 fun and creative projects with Arduino’s educational robot platform

    Exploring Alvik: 3 fun and creative projects with Arduino’s educational robot platform

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    Alvik is cute, it’s smart, it’s fun… so what can it actually do? 

    To answer this question, we decided to have fun and put the robot to the test with some of the most creative people we know – our own team! A dozen Arduino employees volunteered for a dedicated Make Tank session earlier this fall, and came up with a few great in-house projects for us to share – and you to try! 

    We were so happy with the creative and engaging ideas that we took them on the road for the Maker Faire Rome 2024: they were a hit and attracted many curious visitors to the Arduino booth.

    Hello, Alvik!

    This interactive project, created by Christian Sarnataro and Leonardo Cavagnis, brings to life Alvik’s friendly personality. By waving your hands in front of a Nicla Vision camera, you trigger a cheerful “big hands” gesture in response: it’s Alvik’s way of welcoming newcomers to robotics!

    Why it’s great: The project highlights Alvik’s ease of use and intuitive interactivity, while demonstrating how advanced learners can tap into the robot’s AI capabilities to create meaningful, engaging robotic experiences.

    Robo-Fight Club

    Developed by Davide Neri and Alexander Entinger, this competitive game turns Alvik into a feisty battling robot. Participants control their Alvik to push opponents out of the arena, while trying special moves like “yellow-banana” for spins, “green-slime” to reverse controls, and “blue-ice” to freeze competitors for five seconds. Any robot stepping out of the arena automatically loses the match.

    Why it’s great: Robo-Fight Club demonstrates how Alvik can be used for multiplayer, interactive gaming experiences while teaching users about programming logic and control systems.

    Alvik Mini City

    In this project by Giovanni Bruno, Julián Caro Linares, and Livia Luo, Alvik works tirelessly in a mini city, moving balls from one floor to another. The project showcases how robotics can assist in repetitive and potentially hazardous tasks, inspiring us to imagine practical applications for robotics in their daily lives.

    Why it’s great: This project emphasizes how Alvik is more than just an educational robot – it’s a tool for exploring real-world use cases in automation and problem-solving.

    Your turn!

    Alvik is the perfect companion to learn coding and robotics because it’s easy to get started with, but powerful enough to support complex projects. With the option to program using block-based coding, in MicroPython or the Arduino language, everyone from beginners to advanced users can choose the environment that suits their needs best!

    Inspired by these projects? Check out all of Alvik’s features and specs on this page, or go ahead and start your journey today! Don’t forget to share your creations with us: upload your projects to Project Hub or email creators@arduino.cc – we can’t wait to see what you build!

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  • A new Plug and Make Kit challenge! A game of rhythm and creativity

    A new Plug and Make Kit challenge! A game of rhythm and creativity

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    The Arduino Plug and Make Kit is all about unleashing creativity while simplifying the process of turning ideas into reality. It enables everyone to focus on the fun of creating with the power of the UNO R4 WiFi and a user-friendly, modular design – bypassing the complexities of traditional circuit building. 

    Case in point: the kit’s intuitive features inspired Loris Bottello to create a project that combines his passion for music with playful interaction. A project he kindly shared with us – and all of you! – with this great step-by-step guide on Project Hub.

    Meet Loris Bottello, Plug and Make Kit Star

    Bottello worked for years at Arduino as a Senior Product Designer, focusing on Arduino Cloud and Project Hub. An expert at creating user-friendly tools and platforms that empower makers, he was excited to participate in our role-reversing Make Tank – where colleagues from different teams joined efforts to put the Plug and Make Kit to the test. 

    It was during one of these in-house sessions that some experimentation with Modulino nodes led to Sync a Song. The concept of syncing music and lights came naturally to Bottello, who is also a singer and guitarist in a rock band.

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    Sync a Song

    Sync a Song is a game for one or two players, reminiscent of vintage reel-to-reel tape recorders: the challenge is to spin two reels at the same speed. When in perfect sync, you’ll see LEDs light up green and hear a song as your reward. Want a new tune? Simply press the buttons on Modulino Buttons to switch tracks!

    While you’ll need two Plug and Make Kits to complete this project, assembly is straightforward: just use two Modulino bases connected by Qwiic cables – you can even top them with 3D-printed reels for an authentic retro look. 

    And have fun customizing your own version! It’s easy to add a favorite song or tweak the visuals to create your own interactive, creative experience, mixing playful nostalgia and modern tech.

    Less (complexity) is more (fun)

    For Bottello, the Plug and Make Kit’s biggest strength lies in its simplicity and flexibility. “In the past, I spent a lot of time figuring out circuits and debugging hardware. With the kit, I can dive straight into coding and focus on building an interesting experience,” he explains. By eliminating the need for breadboards, wires, and resistors, the kit allows creators to dedicate more time to refining their ideas and exploring new possibilities.

    “The Plug and Make Kit is perfect for experimenting and learning by creating a variety of projects without overthinking the technical setup. It’s a true enabler of creativity.”

    So, grab your Plug and Make Kit and check out the full tutorial to recreate Sync a Song: you’ll be bringing your own ideas to life in no time! 

    Don’t forget to share your creations with us on Project Hub or email creators@arduino.cc to get in touch: we can’t wait to see what you build.

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  • Discover #Virgil: history comes to life with Arduino

    Discover #Virgil: history comes to life with Arduino

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    We’re excited to introduce #Virgil, an innovative project that combines the power of Arduino technology with a passion for history, creating a groundbreaking interactive experience for museums. 

    Using Arduino’s versatile and scalable ecosystem, #Virgil operates completely offline, allowing visitors to interact with 3D avatars in a seamless and immersive way. The project brings the past to life, offering dialogue-driven encounters with key historical figures thanks to voice recognition and edge AI – with the option to choose among many different languages.

    “#Virgil is meant to celebrate the past and, more importantly, open new avenues for education and inspiration. We want to prove how technology, when guided by ethical values, can amplify and perpetuate our cultural heritage in ways that used to be unimaginable,” comments Enrico Benevenuta, coordinator of the Territori Svelati project and AI expert.

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    Matteo Olivetti, great-grandson of Olivetti’s founder Camillo, drew inspiration from the iconic Divisumma to design a dedicated hardware setup, Olivox. 

    Powered by the Portenta X8 and Max Carrier, the device connects via HDMI to any screen, engaging visitors in a rich, interactive experience without the need for smartphones or a stable internet connection. This approach allows the project to adapt easily to different exhibitions and contexts, while offering full control over the visitor experience.

    Internationally renowned 3D artist Elvis Morelli was entrusted with creating the first avatar of the project – and it’s no coincidence that Camillo Olivetti was chosen. 

    The story of Olivetti resonates deeply with Arduino’s own mission of pushing the boundaries of technology, and #Virgil represents a continuation of that legacy by bridging the gap between the past and future through cutting-edge tools.

    To find out more about the project and perhaps have a chat with your favorite pioneer of technology and innovation, visit #Virgil’s booth at the upcoming 2024 Maker Faire Rome, booth E.09. Don’t forget to stop by Arduino’s booth N.07 to find out more about our products, and let us know what you asked Camillo!

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  • Let’s play at the Maker Faire Rome 2024!

    Let’s play at the Maker Faire Rome 2024!

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    We’re excited to be back at Maker Faire Rome as a Gold Sponsor of the 12th edition (October 25-27, 2024), with some memorable experiences lined up for all makers, innovators, and creators who attend!

    Learn by playing at our booth 

    Visit us at the fair for a playful, interactive experience where you can explore the world of Arduino through fun, hands-on demos and games. 

    We want to offer a creative approach to learning how to use technology, and give everyone a chance to draw inspiration from some simply fantastic projects: have you seen the new spin Luca Doglione, our Plug and Make Kit Star, has put on vintage arcade games? That’s just one example of what you’ll find at the Arduino booth in Hall 41. So, join us to have fun and let your imagination soar, as you create your own personalized projects!

    Within a complete ecosystem of easy-to-use hardware, software solutions and cloud services, we will turn the spotlight on some of our most exciting product launches for the year, designed to make innovation more accessible than ever: Alvik robot and Plug and Make Kit. 

    Our latest maker kit has something for everyone, whether you’re a seasoned engineer or a beginner just starting your journey! So be sure to come check out our growing range of tools, and discover firsthand how fun, quick and easy it can be to make – not just use – technology. 

    Don’t miss exclusive product discounts

    We’ll be offering unprecedented discounts on Arduino products, available through our official resellers at Maker Faire Rome. This is a unique opportunity to get your hands on the latest tech, at prices you won’t find anywhere else!

    Meet the Arduino team and community

    Come meet the Arduino staff, connect with content creators, and interact with fellow fans at this year’s Maker Faire Rome. Whether you’re seeking technical advice, creative inspiration, or just want to geek out with like-minded people, our booth will be the place to be.

    Mark your calendars and join us at Maker Faire Rome 2024, October 25th-27th at Gazometro Ostiense. Just remember to get your tickets in advance! 

    We can’t wait to meet you, play together, and build the future of making.

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  • Join us at Maker Faire Rome, and make our day!

    Join us at Maker Faire Rome, and make our day!

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    With some 100,000 attendees a year, Maker Faire Rome has been Europe’s biggest maker event since 2013. At Arduino, we are proud to have been part of it since its first edition, and to have grown with it – and with the maker community – year after year. In fact, we have grown so much that for the 11th edition we needed more space! 

    In addition to being Gold Sponsor of the event, Arduino will have an entire pavilion this year: more room to display our user-friendly and flexible solutions, inspire visitors with demos at all levels, and more importantly showcase outstanding projects created by our community.

    No matter where you are on your maker journey, you’ll find something interesting and fun for you at the Arduino Village:

    • See the most recent additions to our ecosystem – like the UNO R4, GIGA Display Shield, and Opta.
    • Get to know our full offering, with highlights from Arduino Pro, Arduino Education, and Arduino Cloud.
    • Enjoy interactive applications that put Arduino into action: try our RC car, play a memory game, create your own cocktail recipe at a smart bar, and more!
    • Meet our experts and ask them anything. 

    Tickets to the Maker Faire Rome are available on the website. Need an extra reason to join us? Keep your eye out for Arduino staff around the venue, handing out a special discount for our online store!

    Come visit us in the Arduino Village, right at the heart of the event in Fiera di Roma, October 20th-22nd. Meeting you will make our day!

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  • Here’s what you can expect from Arduino at Maker Faire Rome 2019

    Here’s what you can expect from Arduino at Maker Faire Rome 2019

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    Here’s what you can expect from Arduino at Maker Faire Rome 2019

    Arduino Team — October 16th, 2019

    We’re just days away from Maker Faire Rome — The European Edition, taking place October 18-20th at Fiera di Roma. This year’s Arduino booth, which will be located inside Pavilion 8, will be broken up into three areas:

    • Makers: We will be showcasing the Dark Side Rover, the grand prize winner of the Ultimate Arduino Challenge contest. Nicolas Gilbert and his class, the authors of the project, will be at the booth and organize some practical demonstrations with the robots. 
    • Arduino IoT Cloud and connected products: In this section, we’ll highlight two demos connected to the Arduino IoT Cloud. There will also be an exhibition of our MKR family boards, featuring a range of connectivity options like WiFi, Bluetooth, NB-IoT, Sigfox and LoRa.

    The Arduino booth will include an interactive basketball installation as well — all visitors will have the opportunity to win some Arduino boards, goodies, and much more! 

    Finally, members of the Arduino team will join Maker Faire Rome’s program all weekend long. 

    • On Saturday, October 19th, Massimo will give his traditional ‘State of Arduino,’ discussing the latest developments and future challenges for the company (4pm, Stage B in Pavilion 8).

    If you are planning to attend, please visit Maker Faire’s Rome website to find the full agenda, plus other important information. Finally, don’t forget to invite your friends and post on social media tagging @Arduino and using the hashtag #MFR19.

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  • Calling volunteers for Maker Faire Rome!

    Calling volunteers for Maker Faire Rome!

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    Calling volunteers for Maker Faire Rome!

    Arduino Team — September 25th, 2018

    Planning to attend Maker Faire Rome in October? We’re currently seeking volunteers to join our team during the event—staffing tables and displays, helping with demos, and providing technical assistance when necessary.

    Those who help us for one shift will receive a day pass; spend two days with us, and you’ll have a ticket for the entire weekend to explore the show. Water and snacks will be provided, of course, and we’ve even prepared a small gift to show our appreciation for your time and effort.

    Interested? Please fill out this questionnaire, and we’ll get back to you soon! (If you are under the age of 18, we will need your parents’ permission.)

    Maker Faire Rome: AAA, cercasi volontarie e volontari per il booth Arduino

    Cercasi volontari/e per Arduino! Hai in programma di visitare Maker Faire Roma? Siamo alla ricerca di volontarie e volontari per lo il nostro booth – che ci aiutino a spiegare i progetti e diano supporto durante le demo.

    Con un turno di volontariato allo stand Arduino, avrai a disposizione un pass per la giornata; se, invece, sarai al nostro booth per almeno due giorni avrai il pass per l’intero evento. Sappiamo quanto sia importante il tuo tempo e quanto sia fondamentale il tuo aiuto al nostro booth, per questo motivo saremo felici di offrirti il pranzo e una selezione di gadget Arduino.

    Ti interessa partecipare al booth Arduino? Per favore completa questo form, ti faremo sapere prestissimo!

    Se hai meno di 18 anni, puoi partecipare ma con il consenso firmato dei tuoi genitori!

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  • Arduino and Distrelec launch a new automation & robotics contest!

    Arduino and Distrelec launch a new automation & robotics contest!

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    Arduino and Distrelec launch a new automation & robotics contest!

    Arduino Team — April 23rd, 2018

    How can you help advance Industry 4.0 using the Arduino ecosystem? From robots and predictive maintenance to remote control and data acquisition, we’ve teamed up Distrelec to launch a new Automation & Robotics Contest challenging our community to create innovative solutions that can make the industry faster, cheaper, more flexible, and efficient.

    Participants are required to tap into our extensive range of IoT boards like the MKR1000 WiFi and MKR GSM 1400, libraries, and online platform to bring their ideas to life. Industrial automation projects could target energy management, remote monitoring, machine safety, or predictive maintenance, for example, using Arduino Create to set up, control, and connect your Arduino, Intel, and Arm-based devices. Robotics projects could include designs for surveillance drones, robotic arms, rovers, or autonomous transportation, leveraging feature-rich boards like the Mega and Due to prototype advanced systems. 

    [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9Sf–pVNr9M?feature=oembed&w=500&h=281]

    How to Enter

    • Create a free account on Arduino.cc (or log in if already a member).
    • Register for the contest by clicking “Register as a participant.”
    • Send your concept to the Arduino/Distrelec: Automation & Robotics Contest by June 29, 2018. The top 150 makers will receive a coupon for Distrelec online store. Moreover, there will be a series of micro contests, with weekly prizes handed out from Distrelec.
    • Design, build, and submit your project by September 16, 2018. Winning projects will be selected based on their originality, quality, creativity, and social impact. 

    Prizes

    Ready to get started? You can find more information on the contest here and browse Distrelec’s entire Arduino lineup on their website. To submit your ideas, please visit the Arduino Project Hub. And remember, projects must use an Arduino board in order to be eligible to win!



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  • Maker Faire Rome 2017: Call for Volunteers

    Maker Faire Rome 2017: Call for Volunteers

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    Maker Faire Rome 2017: Call for Volunteers

    Arduino Team — November 7th, 2017

    Planning on attending Maker Faire Rome next month? We’re currently seeking volunteers to join our team during the event—staffing tables and displays, leading one-on-one workshops and demos, and providing technical assistance when necessary.

    If you volunteer with us for one shift, you won’t leave empty-handed! You’ll receive a day pass; spend two days with us, and you’ll have a ticket for the entire weekend to explore the show. Water and snacks will be provided, of course, along with some Arduino goodies.

    Interested in helping out at our booth? Please fill out this questionnaire, and we’ll get back to you soon!

    If you are underage, we will need your parents’ permission.

    Maker Faire Rome: AAAA, cercasi volontar* per il booth Arduino

    Hai in programma di partecipare a Maker Faire Roma? Entra a far parte del team di volontar* all’Arduino booth! Stiamo cercando appassionat* di Arduino che ci aiutino durante l’evento dando il benvenuto a visitatrici e visitatori e fornendo assistenza tecnica e supporto durante le demo.

    Con un turno di volontariato allo stand Arduino, avrai a disposizione un pass per l’intera giornata; se, invece, sarai al nostro booth per almeno due turni avrai il pass per i tre giorni di evento. Sappiamo quanto sia importante il tuo tempo e quanto sia fondamentale il tuo aiuto al nostro booth, per questo motivo saremo felici di offrirti il pranzo e una selezione di gadget Arduino.

    Ti interessa diventare un* volontari* al booth Arduino? Per favore completa questo form, ti faremo sapere prestissimo!

    Se hai meno di 18 anni, puoi partecipare ma con il consenso firmato dei tuoi genitori!


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