Discover P-Bit, the educational ambient mini-computer!
What is the P-Bit Ambient Mini-Computer?
The P-Bit is a portable educational tool designed to introduce students to real-time environmental monitoring and data analysis.
This compact device integrates several environmental sensors and interactive components, enabling the collection of environmental data in a simple and practical way.
With the P-Bit, students can conduct science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) experiments and projects aimed at exploring topics of sustainability, ecology, and environmental health.
The P-Bit in Action!
Instead of telling you how much children enjoy playing with the P-Bit, we'd rather show you in this short video of children between the ages of 8 and 16 using the P-Bit to conduct various experiments related to environmental education.
Educational Purpose
The P-Bit facilitates hands-on learning and allows students to understand scientific phenomena in an interactive and dynamic way. By integrating temperature, humidity, light, and sound sensors, this kit helps students observe and interpret their surroundings, promoting scientific curiosity and critical thinking.
Plus, it's ideal for both indoor and outdoor activities, as its portable, battery-powered design offers flexibility for use in any educational setting.
Operation and Access
The P-Bit Mini Environmental Computer is an easy-to-use and easy-to-program environmental sensor device.
Students can collect real-time data using the TFT display or by connecting the ESP32 to other wireless devices to store and display the data on mobile platforms.
The modular structure of the sensors and interactive components allows educators to configure customized activities based on learning objectives, leveraging the various sensors for environmental investigation and scientific skill development.
Main Features:
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Integrated Sensors
The P-Bit includes a series of sensors that allow monitoring key variables for studying the environment:
Interactive Components
- Color LEDs (Blue, Green, and RGB): Provide visual feedback and can be programmed for different experiments.
Control System
The P-Bit is powered by an ESP32 microcontroller, a robust system that enables efficient data collection and processing.
Portable Power Supply
The P-Bit runs on 4 AAA batteries, providing a self-contained power source that allows the kit to be used in any environment, whether in the classroom or outdoors.
Educational Uses and Classroom Applications
The P-Bit Sensor Kit is a versatile educational tool, ideal for a wide range of hands-on activities across different learning areas. Below are some key classroom uses.
Microclimate Studies
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | Compact design, easy to carry |
| Materials | Durable materials for indoor and outdoor use |
| Power Supply | 4 AAA batteries |
| Control System | ESP32 Microcontroller |
| Integrated Sensors | - DHT11 (Ambient Temperature and Humidity) - DS18B20 (Precision Temperature) - Capacitive Plant Humidity Sensor - LDR (Light Sensor) - Sound Sensor |
| Visual and Auditory Components | Colored LEDs (blue, green, and RGB) and buzzer for visual and auditory feedback |
| Screen | 1.8-inch TFT display for real-time display |
| Connectivity | Supports wireless connection to mobile devices via ESP32 |
| Platform Compatibility | Access from browsers on mobile and desktop devices |
| Educational Applications | Microclimate study, sustainability projects, data science for children and youth, and hands-on STEAM learning |
