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Thymio Proximity Sensor VPL3 Activity

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Check out this new VPL3 proximity sensor activity for your little educational robot, created in celebration of Thymio’s 10th anniversary!

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Thymio proximity sensors: a new activity geared to primary schools

With the VPL3 visual programming language, you can create a program in just a few minutes, simply by combining the right blocks to create a sequence of actions and/or behaviours.

Thymio is now offering a new VPL3 activity, designed to show users how to use the Thymio robot’s proximity sensors. There are a total of 5, located at the front of the robot. If used correctly, you can teach Thymio to avoid obstacles according to different detection thresholds, and even react to the presence of your hand!

Technical specifications of the Thymio proximity sensor VPL3 activity

  • From 6 years of age

Resources for the Thymio proximity sensor VPL3 activity

Discover more about this VPL3 activity for Thymio and its proximity sensors in these two downloadable resources:

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    Is it possible to program the Thymio educational robot with a tablet ?

    It is possible to program the Thymio educational robot from an iPad, thanks to the Thymio Suite Mobile application (see our Thymio product sheet for more details).

    The Thymio robot battery is defective. Can I replace it?

    Yes, there is a replacement battery for Thymio, that is available on Génération Robots website. Open the 4 screws on the bottom, open the case and carefully remove the battery from the mainboard.

    The battery is fixed with a doubled sided tape on the case. Replace the battery and reassemble the robot in the inverse order.

    The thymio drifts when it is supposed to go straight.

    Check link and if it's not working send back us the robot. Intructions are on this link.

    My Wireless Thymio doesn't seem to be paired with its WiFi dongle.

    You will just need to follow the manufacturer pairing instructions on this link.

    Is it possible to use several thymio wireless robots in a small perimeter?

    Read the instructions here: how to configure the pairing of Wireless Thymio with its dongle?

    Thymio won't charge when plugged to its power supply.

    Try to charge the robot with a different USB cable. The robot might also be deep discharged. If it's the case, you might want to check our article 'How to check if your Thymio is functioning correctly ?'.

    Can I turn my regular Thymio II into a Wireless Thymio? If yes, how can I do that?

    Yes, it is possible. You just need to buy the WiFi module for Thymio and follow these instructions to install it (please note that some soldering is required). Just follow this link.

    How can I update my Thymio firmware? (the firmware is the software inside the robot, it needs to be up-to-date)

    You just need to follow instructions on this link.

    For which age group is Thymio best suited?

    Thymio will be interesting for a very wide age range: 6 to 14-year old!

    Is Thymio compatible with Scratch?

    Yes, you can program Thymio with Scratch from the Thymio Suite software. Thymio Suite offers you the possibility to program Thymio with Scratch, Blockly, VPL, Aseba, on computer (Windows, MacOS, Linux) and iPad.

    Where can I find exercises and activities for my lessons/workshops?

    We have gathered the best educational resources, classified by levels or by robots on our website. They are accessible via this link.

    One motor of my Thymio robot is not working

    Please contact support on this link.

    Is Thymio compatible with Chromebook (ChromeOS)?

    Thymio Suite, the software bundle that was developed for Thymio is not compatibel with ChromeOS.

    The tactile arrows on the robot are not working.

    Please contact support on this link.

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