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Program a MicroBit to tell a Kitronik MicroBit buggy to follow a black line along a table or path of your choice. To do this the code makes use of feedback from the two light dependent resistors on the control board. Depending upon the feedback the motor controller then switches on or off each motor to keep it on track.
When you have finished your script, test it. You should demonstrate your working line following robot to your teacher to show your progress.
Screenshot your working code and create a detailed write-up, explaining how it works, the function of the block-code and how you overcame any problems.
You should make reference to the pin numbers and how they determine whether or not the motors turn or stay still using the digital write (1 or 0) commands.
Watch Ocado's 'picker' robots in action to learn about how AI (artificial intelligence) and robotics are used in the workplace to automate jobs.
Automation helps to save money because robots, don't get tired, don't have to stop to rest and are less likely to make mistakes. They can also work faster than humans can.
This also shows how many manual labour jobs are now being replaced by robots.
Look out in the video for the team of people who supervise and oversee the robot workforce.
If you can learn and understand robotics, you will be more employable when you leave school as the robots will always need to be looked after and maintained.