Have a go at building, coding and flying a drone with The Drone Rules at The National Museum of Computing! Drones are making a real difference today in Conservation, Transportation & Emergency response! The next generation of young Scientists, Engineers, Mathematicians and Technologists will be designing, building and flying these future vehicles. Join our Code/Build a Drone Workshop and get started on this exciting journey!
About This Event:
Session 1: Code a Drone (Approx. 1hr)
This session will begin with a short presentation and a flying demonstration given by an expert drone pilot from The Drone Rules! Then it's your turn:
Plan a flight route for your drone to get you from A to B.
Measure the distance between each 'gate' (cone obstacle) along your route.
Use these values to write a code on a tablet and upload this to your drone.
It's time for take off! Launch your drone and find out if you have coded it successfully to reach your destination.
Session 2: Build a Drone (Approx. 1hr)
Your time starts now! Race the clock to construct a Lego frame for your drone and integrate the battery using 22 components.
Once assembled, connect the motors and flight computer to your drone.
It's time for a flight test! Pass your drone over to a professional pilot and find out if your drone can successfully fly.
Participants will be split into two groups. One group will begin with the Code a Drone Session, the other will begin with the Build a Drone Session. After 1 hour, the groups will swap over. Participants will work in pairs during both sessions. You can find out more about The Drone Rules here: https://thedronerules.com/.
In addition to our Build/Code a Drone Workshop, you will have access to the Museum's collection of exhilarating new technology, ready for families to immerse themselves in fun and creative educational activities designed to unlock imaginations, inspire and entertain. Find out what else is in offer here: https://www.tnmoc.org/bytes.
Terms and Conditions:
This workshop is designed for children aged eight and over.
This workshop will last for approximately two hours, please arrive promptly for the 11:00 start time.
Children MUST be accompanied by an adult for the duration of the workshop.
Each adult attending the workshop to supervise a child MUST purchase an 'Accompanying Adult Ticket.'
Your workshop ticket includes full admission to the Museum, allowing you to explore and be inspired by our extraordinary collection whilst you are here.
To answer any questions or for further information, please contact Emily Wager, our Events and Communications Officer, at emily.wager@tnmoc.org. Alternatively, you can contact the Museum via telephone on 01908 374708.
