Description

The MakeKits Hover:bit is a fun and creative way to learn about coding, electric circuits and programming by building a hovercraft from scratch.

Details

The Hover:bit is made from cardboard, plywood and powerful drone motors, it’s designed to be as easy to modify as possible. With just some cardboard and scissors it can be constructed in your own style to really let your creative flare shine. It is also rechargeable and remote controlled so you can spend more time drifting your new hovercraft and less time worrying about replacing the batteries.

Designed to be used with the micro:bit board* it can be coded using MakeCode Blocks, Javascript, Python or even a ready made programme.

This micro:bit Kit is an awesome way to get into the wonderful world of electronics.

*Note: The micro:bit board is not included.

What’s included in this micro:bit Kit?

• 1 MakeKit Wonder:bit board
• 1 MakeKit Lithium (LiPo) battery
• 1 Hover:bit main frame (plywood)
• 13 Plywood frame parts
• 1 Cardboard box cut out for raft and rudder
• 2+2 Propellers (2 spares)
• 1 Servo w/servo horn
• 13 Screws
• 15 Nuts
• 5 Copper barrel nuts
• 2 Large rubber rings
• 2 Small rubber rings
• 1 Plastic bag (air pocket)

Key Benefits of the micro:bit hovercraft

• Fun and creative educational project
• Multiple Programming Languages

Specifications