Air:bit is a Micro:bit Powered Quadcopter Kit

Since its release in 2016, the micro:bit has been helping students take the first steps into the world of coding, and has spawned a number…

Jeremy Cook
5 years agoDrones

Since its release in 2016, the micro:bit has been helping students take the first steps into the world of coding, and has spawned a number of interesting projects. Its built-in Bluetooth radio and accelerometer mean that it could even be used as the heart of a quadcopter setup, which is exactly what MakeKit is has accomplished with their aptly named Air:bit drones.

This little drone mounts a micro:bit onboard, which attaches to an Air:bit Multi:bit control board. This enables all sorts of expansions, such as sensors for navigation and data logging, and there’s even a camera that can be added for FPV use. The Multi:bit powers the quadcopter’s motors directly and recharges the main battery through a micro-USB port. It features accommodations for up to three servos, though at some point weight one would need to consider weight restrictions.

The Air:bit can be piloted via an iOS or Android device, and there’s also an option to use another micro:bit as the user interface. The device is now funding on Kickstarter, with a variety of reward levels that either include everything, or let you provide the actual micro:bit and/or a custom frame. If you think that’s a neat idea, your not alone, as it’s already reached its funding goal with a couple weeks remaining. Of course, a huge number of rewards are still available if you want to get your own!

Jeremy Cook
Engineer, maker of random contraptions, love learning about tech. Write for various publications, including Hackster!
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