Arduino Alvik Robot

Arduino Alvik educational robot for learning programming and robotics.

Features
The Arduino Alvik robot is a compact robotics platform designed to support students as they progressively learn programming and robotics. It can be used with a block-based programming interface, then with MicroPython and Arduino C++ for more advanced projects.

Thanks to its many built-in sensors, Alvik makes it possible to create a wide range of activities: line following, obstacle avoidance, color detection, motion measurement, autonomous navigation, connected projects using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth LE, and mechanical extensions with LEGO Technic parts or 3D-printed components.

The robot is based on an Arduino Nano ESP32 board and also includes an STM32 coprocessor dedicated to managing the sensors and motors. This architecture makes it possible to create reliable, precise and scalable robotics projects, whether in the classroom, in a FabLab or at home.

Alvik comes ready to use, with a rechargeable battery included, a USB-C cable and several pre-installed demo programs. It is a complete solution for discovering educational robotics, developing computational thinking and exploring science, technology, mathematics and computer science concepts.

Technical specifications

• Manufacturer reference: AKX00066
• Main controller: Arduino Nano ESP32 with u-blox NORA-W106 module based on ESP32-S3
• Main processor: up to 240 MHz
• Coprocessor: 32-bit STM32 Arm Cortex-M4
• Memory: 512 KB SRAM, 384 KB ROM, 8 MB PSRAM and 16 MB external Flash
• Compatible languages: block-based programming, MicroPython and Arduino C++
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi and Bluetooth LE
• Distance sensor: VL53L7CX Time-of-Flight sensor, 8 × 8 matrix, range up to 350 cm
• Color sensor: APDS-9660 RGB sensor with proximity and ambient light detection
• Inertial measurement unit: LSM6DSOX 6-axis accelerometer and gyroscope
• Line following: 3 dedicated sensors with phototransistors and infrared LEDs
• Touch controls: 7 programmable capacitive buttons
• Motors: 2 × 6 V DC motors with magnetic Hall-effect encoders
• No-load motor speed: 96 rpm, up to approximately 13 cm/s
• LEDs: 2 programmable RGB LEDs
• Power supply: rechargeable and replaceable 18650 Li-Ion battery
• Charging: via USB-C
• Electronic extensions: 2 I2C Grove ports, 2 I2C Qwiic/StemmaQT ports and 2 three-pin servo connectors
• Mechanical extensions: 4 LEGO Technic connectors and 4 M3 screw inserts
• Dimensions: 95 × 96 × 37 mm
• Weight: 192 g
• Contents: Arduino Alvik robot, Arduino Nano ESP32 board, rechargeable 18650 Li-Ion battery and 1 m USB-C cable
• Recommended age: 14+ for independent use, or under supervision in an educational setting