The micro:Maqueen Plus is an advanced version of the original Maqueen robot, as it is more powerful and intelligent. This robot has been optimized with better power management and a larger capacity power supply.
In addition, micro:Maqueen Plus comes with a larger and more stable chassis, more built-in functions, and more expansion ports. It is not only suitable for classroom teaching but also can be used for after-school extended exercises and robot competitions.
(Note: micro:bit board is not included.)
What is micro: Maqueen Series?
The micro:Maqueen launched by DFRobot is a series of educational robot products for primary and secondary school programming. It includes a cost-effective Lite version, a powerful Plus version. You can choose different versions and peripherals based on your needs.
Selection Guide for micro:Maqueen series
Name |
micro: Maqueen Lite |
micro: Maqueen Plus |
Power supply |
3 AAA Batteries or CR123A Lithium battery (600~800mA) |
18650 Li-ion battery
(2300mA~2500mA)
|
Charging circuit |
× |
√ |
Power display |
× |
√ |
Encoder and PID control |
× |
√ |
Support for installing Huskylens AI camera |
× |
√ |
Support for line-tracking sensor calibration |
√ |
√ |
Support for analog reading of line-tracking sensor |
× |
√ |
Number of line-tracking sensor |
2 | 6 |
Number of IO expansion port | 4 | 12 |
Number of servo port |
2 | 3 |
Number of mechanic expansion thread |
2 | 16 |
Motor rated rotation speed |
133 rpm |
260 rpm |
LED color |
Red LED |
Large size RGB LED with 7 colors |
Ultrasonic Model |
H-SR04 |
DFRobot high-quality URM10 ultrasonic sensor |
Continuous usage time with Huskylens |
30min |
180min |
Standard continuous usage time |
8h | 24h |
Come with line-tracking map |
× |
√ |
Onboard IR receiver and buzzer |
√ |
√ |
Onboard WS2812 RGB LED |
√ |
× |
Application Scenario |
Entry level classroom teaching |
Intermediate level teaching, after school workshop, robot competition |
What makes micro:Maqueen Plus so powerful?
High Capacity Lithium Battery
• Powered by18650 high capacity lithium battery.
• Onboard charging circuit and battery indicator.
Competition-level Sensors
• 6 line tracking sensors to allow complex routine programs and complicated maze algorithms.
• Supports analog readings and sensor calibrations with only one key.
Rich Extension Interfaces
• 9 GPIO expansion ports, 3 I2C extension ports, 3 servo expansion ports.
• 12 M3 threaded connections.
• Fully compatible with micro: Maqueen Mechanic and HuskyLens AI vision sensor.
High Speed Metal Motor
• 260 RPM high speed metal motor; higher travel speed and well suitable for robot competitions.
Motor with Encoder and PID Control
• 2 encoders to read real-time speed and direction, thus multiple cars running in the same map can be smoother.
• PID control for a stronger moment force in low speed.
Abundant Configurations
• 2 large-size RGB LEDs, supports 6 colors displaying.
• Onboard infrared receiving sensor and buzzer.
• Free high-quality ultrasonic sensor, which performs better than SR04 version.
• One free line-tracking map for a user-friendly experience.
Large and Stable
The larger size and more stable chassis than micro: Maqueen Lite, which is available for combining with more accessories.