Quarky Robotic Arm - Documentation

Getting Started with Quarky Robotic Arm

Refer to the tutorials to learn about the Robotic Arm, and how to assemble and program it in Block coding or Python coding. 

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Learn how to assemble the Quarky Robotic Arm with this step-by-step guide. Follow the steps to make the Quarky Robotic Arm look like the image shown in this guide, and use it to explore more complicated programs and activities.
“Learn to control a Quarky robotic arm remotely using Bluetooth and PictoBlox. Perfect for tasks like picking and tool manipulation, this project boosts productivity and safety in hazardous environments. Step-by-step coding guides included for precise X, Y, Z-axis, and gripper control.”
This activity focuses on programming a robotic arm using Python in PictoBlox, showcasing Python’s power in AI and ML. You’ll learn to initialize the arm, define movement functions for X, Y, and Z axes, control the gripper, and implement real-time control using a loop. This hands-on project sets the stage for embedding AI and ML into the robotic arm in future activities. Let’s get started!
Learn how to make a robotic arm autonomous, moving beyond manual control to execute repetitive tasks efficiently. By following the coding steps in PictoBlox, you can program precise movements and actions, making it suitable for applications in industries like manufacturing and medical fields. With careful calibration and testing, you can successfully transform your robotic arm into an autonomous system, enhancing its functionality and versatility.
Learn how to program a robotic arm to operate autonomously using Python in Pictoblox. This activity guides you through initializing the robotic arm, writing movement and gripper actions, and using a continuous loop for independent operation. You’ll also explore the transition from stage mode to upload mode, allowing the robotic arm to function without an external system or Pictoblox connection. Ideal for robotics enthusiasts and learners, this guide will help you take full control of robotic arms in a simple, efficient way.
this activity introduces the integration of machine learning into robotics by developing a hand gesture recognition model in PictoBlox. Through systematic steps, you learn to train, test, and export the model to control a robotic arm using gestures. By combining gesture analysis with robotic arm settings, this project highlights the potential of machine learning in enabling intuitive and precise control in robotics, paving the way for innovative applications.

Quarky Robotic Arm Project - Block Coding

Refer to the tutorials to learn how to use PictoBlox Block Coding Environment to code Quarky Robotic Arm for different applications

The example demonstrates how to make the sprite track and stamp its image on the mouse when the space key is pressed in Python.
The example demonstrates using key sensing to control the sprite’s movement in Python.
The example demonstrates how to add movement to a sprite.
The example demonstrates the sprite direction in Python.
The example demonstrates how to implement mouse tracking in Python.
The example demonstrates the wall bouncing of the sprite, rotation style, and costume change in Python.
The example demonstrates how to make the sprite follow the mouse in Python.
The example demonstrates how to add gravity to the project on a bouncing ball.
The example demonstrates the bouncing of an object from a bird’s eye view in PictoBlox.
The example demonstrates the costume change and gliding to the random location when clicked.
The example demonstrates the costume change in PictoBlox.
The example demonstrates how to use a repeat block to recite a table in PictoBlox.
The example demonstrates the show and hides of the sprite using the buttons.
The example demonstrates the various graphical effects in the PicotBlox – Brightness, color, fisheye, ghost, mosaic, pixelated, and whirl.
The example demonstrates how to use thinking sprite in a project.
The example demonstrates the various graphical effects in the Python – Brightness, color, fisheye, ghost, mosaic, pixelated, and whirl.
The example demonstrates the show and hides of the sprite in Python.
The example demonstrates how to use say and think of sprite in a project.
The example demonstrates the costume change in PictoBlox.
The example demonstrates how to use a repeat block to recite a table in PictoBlox.
The example demonstrates the bouncing of an object from a bird’s eye view in PictoBlox.
The example demonstrates the LED emotions of the Quarky.
The example demonstrates the various animation of the Quarky LED display.
The example demonstrates how to display scrolling text to make a name badge.
The example demonstrates how to implement a while loop running from 1 to 9 and show it on the Quarky display.
The example demonstrates how to control the individual LEDs of the Quarky and run patterns using the loops.
The example demonstrates how to calibrate the IR sensors to detect black lines on the white surface.
The example demonstrates how to create a random colored LED pattern on Quarky.
The example demonstrates how to control the glowing LED using the keyboard keys.
The example displays how we can display a custom pattern on the matrix by making a script to display a Traffic Light.
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PictoBlox Extension Documentation

Refer to the documentation of PictoBlox Extension to understand how to use the blocks and functions for the Robotic Arm.