Introduction

Dive into a world of physics like never before with the Arduino Science Kit R3. This kit is packed with a host of features that take learning beyond the confines of a traditional classroom, transforming abstract concepts into interactive, hands-on experiences. From performing engaging experiments to interpreting real-world data, students can now experience the thrill of scientific discovery first-hand.
Unleash the power of real-time data collection and analysis with the integrated Arduino Science Journal app. Foster critical data literacy and scientific inquiry skills as students collect, record,
and interpret data from their own experiments. No prior coding or electronics experience? No problem! Our student and teacher-friendly design, complete with a preloaded program and seamless Bluetooth® connectivity, ensures an effortless learning journey. Plus, the comprehensive sensor ecosystem caters to a wide array of data collection possibilities, making this kit adaptable to ever-evolving educational needs.

Explore what the Science Kit R3 has to offer:

• Hands-on experimental learning: perform physical experiments, transforming abstract physics concepts into tangible and interactive experiences. Real-time data collection & analysis: With the integration of the Science Journal app, the kit allows students to collect, record, and interpret real-time data with mobile devices, strengthening their data literacy and scientific inquiry skills.
• Teacher and student-friendly design: Equipped with a preloaded program, the kit requires no prior knowledge of coding or electronics. It also features Bluetooth® connectivity for easy data transmission from the Arduino board to the students' mobile devices.
• Comprehensive sensor ecosystem: The kit comes with multiple sensors, providing a wide range of data collection possibilities and keeping it adaptable to evolving educational needs.
• Free guided courses - Explore Physics: Includes an intuitive courses guide that assists teachers and students in using the kit, presenting and analyzing data, and evaluating experimental outcomes. These courses also help students effectively communicate their scientific discoveries.
• Comprehensive teaching support: With its intuitive guide, the Arduino Science Kit R3 eases the instructional process for teachers. It not only instructs on kit usage, but also assists in data presentation, analysis, and evaluation, ensuring students communicate their scientific discoveries effectively.

Tech specs

• Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect
• USB-C® , 4xAA Battery holder & cable (JST connector), Banana Connectors
• Air Temperature, Humidity, Air Pressure, Proximity, Color Temperature, Light, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC), IMU, Microphone (Nano), Voltage, Current, Resistance, Ultrasonic Distance Sensor, Temperature Probe Sensor
• 2x Servo
• 2x I2C
• 2x Generic Analog Inputs
• 1,000 - 9,000 Hz, Phase control,, Frequency multiplier, Frequency adjuster, Amplitude control. Output for speakers and Connection to oscilloscope
• Conductive Pads
• Connected to AP PHYSICS, IB DIPLOMA, NGSS, NYS, UK(E) standards
• Speakers x2
• VELCRO® strips
• Silicon stands
• Battery Holder

Hardware:

Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect

Arduino Science Carrier R3
Embedded sensors:

• Air quality, temperature, humidity & pressure
• IMU: 6-axis linear accelerometer, gyroscope, and magnetometer
• Proximity, ambient light, light color
• Voltage or electric potential difference
• Electrical current
• Electrical resistance
• Function generators to see and hear the effect of frequency, amplitude, and phase on a sound wave
• Ambient sound intensity sensor

 Ports:

• 2x Grove analog inputs (for external temperature-probe sensor)
• 2x Grove I2C ports (for external distance & ping-echo sensor)
• 1x Battery JST connector
• 2x Output ports connected to lower power signal from function generators* (future generation)
• 1x 3.3 V output port and Ground
• 2x speaker ports connected to function generators

Other:

• 50 cm double-ended cable - blue: crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other
• 20 cm double-ended cable - black: crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other
• 20 cm double-ended cable - red: crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other
• 50 cm double-ended cable - yellow: crocodile clips one end, banana plug the other
• VELCRO® strips
• Silicon stands
• External temperature probe sensor
• Ultrasonic distance sensor
• Grove cable 4-pin housing with lock x2 (L=200 mm)
• USB-C® Cable
• 2x Speakers
• Cable for battery holder with JST connector
• Battery holder for four 1v5 AA batteries

FAQs

What’s included in the kit?
The Science Kit R3 comes in a handy storage box, along with an Arduino Nano RP2040 Connect, the new Arduino Science Carrier R3 with a wide ecosystem of sensors embedded, and all the parts needed to assemble and carry out the experiments. You will only need to add some easy-to-find household items to keep experimenting, and a mobile device to log your data. You will have full access to our exclusive online content platform. It is required to install the Science Journal app to work with the kit. The app is free and compatible with Android and iOS operating systems.

Do I need any prior experience with coding?
No, you don’t need any prior coding experience. The Nano RP2040 Connect is preloaded with a sketch to run your experiments straight out-of-the-box! You think about science, we’ll do the rest.

What languages are available?
The Science Kit R3 is currently available in English. More languages will be added.

Where can I find building instructions for my Science Kit R3?
The kit doesn’t require assembly. The Nano RP2040 and Science Carrier R3 contain most sensors on board. You can find the URL course.arduino.cc/explore-physics of the experiments under the lid of the Science Kit R3 box.

Does my kit need batteries?
Yes, the Science Kit R3 requires the use of an external power source. You can use the computer as a power source also you may want to use a portable power bank (like the one used for charging your phone or tablet) or the JST connector to run remote experiments. Four AA batteries are required (not included in the kit).

What grade level are your materials appropriate for?
The Science Kit R3 is designed for middle and high school students.

Who is the kit intended for?
This kit has been designed specifically for science and physics teachers interested in bringing an inquiry-based and hands-on approach to their classroom.