CUBELETS
CUBELETS
Cubelets are small, magnetically-connected robotic cubes designed to introduce learners to the fundamentals of robotics and engineering. Each cube has a distinct role in the system—whether sensing the environment, processing information, or taking action. They interconnect seamlessly, passing power and data through genderless magnetic connectors, allowing for endless creative combinations—all without needing traditional programming.
How They Work (Sense • Think • Act)
Cubelets come in three functional categories:
Sense Cubelets detect environmental inputs—like light, distance, or temperature—and convert them into data.
Think Cubelets process or modify that data, enabling logic and decision-making.
Act Cubelets translate processed data into action—such as motion, sound, or light.
By snapping together Sense, Think, and Act cubes, learners can construct dynamic, responsive robots—no coding required!
Light-Seeking Robot
Combine a Brightness Sense Cubelet, a Minimum/Maximum Think Cubelet, and a Drive Act Cubelet. The robot will autonomously move toward bright areas—great for illustrating feedback loops and sensor-based behavior.
Obstacle-Avoiding Rover
Pair a Distance Sense Cubelet with a Drive Act Cubelet and a Rotate Act Cubelet. The result: a cube robot that detects nearby objects and steers away—perfect for exploring spatial awareness.
Mood Lamp with Sound Response
Attach a Temperature Sense Cubelet, a Think Cubelet, and a Speaker Act or Light Act Cubelet. The combination creates a “mood cube” that changes color or emits sounds in response to temperature shifts—great for illustrating environmental interactivity.
Logic Fun: AND / OR Configuration
Use Inverse, Minimum, or Maximum Think Cubelets to build logic structures. For instance, a setup with two sensors feeding into a Maximum Think Cubelet and then to a Drive Act Cubelet demonstrates logical OR—moving when either sensor is triggered.
Intuitive and Hands-On: Buildable with no programming, Cubelets engage learners through direct experimentation.
Adaptable for All Ages: From early elementary school to advanced STEM curricula, they scale with understanding.
Encourage Exploration and Creativity: With modular design and magnetic connectors, students can tinker endlessly.
Classroom and Makerspace Ready: Perfect for group projects, science fairs, and interactive demonstrations