makerspace

Projects

Small robots with big emotions ❤️

How it works

Magical little paper lamps.

How it works

Build your own smart home!

How it works!


Build prototypes from cardboard

Basic techniques for building with cardboard – ready to use right away.

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Required materials

An overview of basic electronic components and practical examples.

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The whale has a wagging tail and an opening mouth.

Advanced
1 x servo motor 180°

How it works

The hippo mouth can be controlled with a potentiometer.

Easy
1 x servo motor 180°
1 x potentiometer

How it works

The simplest dog-like robot in the world. 🤖

Advanced
1 x servo board
2 x servo motors 180°
1 x potentiometer

How it works

The crab moves in its own unique rhythm, but always backwards.

Advanced
1 x servo motor 180°

How it works

The NeoPixel house shines in colorful lights – in the garden, on the bedside table, or as a party light.

Easy
1 x servo motor 180°
1 x potentiometer

How it works

The robot can be transformed into any other animal – get creative and use the design as inspiration!

Advanced
1 x servo board
2 x servo motors 180°
1 x potentiometer

How it works


Apps and Extensions

Control

Calliope x Teachable Machine

Face Robot


Projects

CO2 Bird
Visualization of air quality using a bird

How it works

Bubble Machine
Automatic bubble machine with ultrasonic sensor

How it works

Smart Ventilation
Smart room with door sensor, NeoPixels, display, and fan

How it works

Calliope mini Figure
Waving cardboard figure

How it works


Material

3D Printing

Collection of used 3D files for download.

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Laser Cutting

Collection of used templates for download.

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For implementing the projects with the Calliope mini 3, we recommend the Calliope mini servo board as well as the Makerspace class set for schools.

We offer regular free online sessions with various topics.
The 1-hour online events are aimed at educators and provide space for exchange as well as individual questions. Simply sign up and join.

Schedule overview