About the course
Scenario
Students discover the basic functions of the robotic arm NED2. In this exercise, the robotic arm NED2, using the basic blocks of the Blockly “No Code” programming environment, performs a simple operation to pick up and place an object.
Laboratory Content
Chapter 1: Discovering Blockly
- Blockly Overview
- The programming environment
- Blocks to use
Chapter 2: Production of our first sequence
- Create a first position for the Ned2 robotic arm
- Create multiple positions using the “FreeMotion” button and the “Save” button
- Opening and closing the Gripper Custom
- Create a loop sequence
- Add comments in the sequence
Chapter 3: It's your turn!
- Perform a Pick and Place sequence
Required equipment
What you'll learn
- Fundamentals of the NED2 Robotic Arm – Get familiar with the robot's structure and movement.
- Blockly "No Code" Programming – Learn to create simple command sequences using visual blocks.
- Pick & Place Operations – Program the robot to grab an object and place it at a designated location.
- Automation Concepts – Explore how robots execute repetitive tasks with precision and efficiency.
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Getting started with Blockly Pick and Place
Course modified date: 1 April 2025
- Length:2h
- Content Type:Lab
- Programming:Blockly
- Equipment:Ned2
Scenario
Students discover the basic functions of the robotic arm NED2. In this exercise, the robotic arm NED2, using the basic blocks of the Blockly “No Code” programming environment, performs a simple operation to pick up and place an object.
Laboratory Content
Chapter 1: Discovering Blockly
- Blockly Overview
- The programming environment
- Blocks to use
Chapter 2: Production of our first sequence
- Create a first position for the Ned2 robotic arm
- Create multiple positions using the “FreeMotion” button and the “Save” button
- Opening and closing the Gripper Custom
- Create a loop sequence
- Add comments in the sequence
Chapter 3: It's your turn!
- Perform a Pick and Place sequence
Required equipment
- Enrolled students: 24
- Length:2h
- Content Type:Lab
- Programming:Blockly
- Equipment:Ned2
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