Robotics and coding for kindergarten and elementary school. Designed especially for children age 5 and up, fischertechnik offers the perfect, entry-level pathway into the world of computer science and robotics. Engaging hands-on learning.

• Includes downloadable teaching and activity material (free download)
• Set includes the new FIRST CODING chassis consisting of 2 motors, 2 push-button switches, and an infrared sensor, course, and battery compartment for 3 AAA batteries (batteries not included)

How can you generate electricity in an environmentally friendly way? How does a fuel cell work, and how can it be used to generate hydrogen? Renewable energies are the most important energy sources of the future. The generation, storage and use of electricity from the natural energy sources of water, wind and sun are clearly explained using nine models and 28 experiments.

• Main topics extraction, storage and use of electric power / energy sources such as water, wind, sun and hydrogen
• Includes downloadable teachning and activity material (free download)
• Components include a solar motor (2VDC), 2 solar modules (1VDC, 400mA), a goldcap energy storage device, an LED, a fuel cell, a voltage converter, and a multimeter

Explore the basic principles behind electronics.

• Main topics Electrical circuits, resistors, measurement of current and voltage, principle of the electric motor, semiconductors, transistor circuits
• Includes downloadable teaching and activity material (free download)
• Components in this set include: XS motor, 2 push-button switches , 2 diodes, 2 transistors,  3 resistors, 2 capacitors, and a holder for 9V battery (battery not included).
• Ideal accessories Accu Set, PowerSet

Using 8 models and 29 experiments, STEM Pneumatics teaches the basic principles of pneumatics, and demonstrates the functioning of components like compressors, pneumatic valves and cylinders, as well as an exhaust throttle valve. The concept also includes a full set of lesson plans for teachers.

Explore fundamentals of gear technology with 26 different models for hands-on experimentation. Learn about lever principles, ratios, four-link systems, pulleys, differential gears, planetary gears, and much more.

Renewable energies are becoming increasingly important to our future.  The CLASS SET Solar Energy is the perfect method for introducing young students to this vitally important topic. With three quickly assembled models, the basics of solar energy can be taught in class using ten ready-made tasks, including solutions, with lots of fun and exciting insights.

• Main topics energy generation from renewable solar energy, series-parallel connection
• Includes downloadable teachning and activity material (free download)
• Set includes 2 solar modules,  1V solar motor, mini push-button

Explore optical phenomena, and experiment with light in class! Explore penumbra and umbra, discover many exciting things with a magnifying glass or determine the time with a sundial. These and many other exciting topics can be taught in an engaging and hands-on manner using the CLASS SET Optics. In addition to the six models, which can be built quickly and are therefore easy to teach, the kit offers six exciting experiments.

• Main topics optical phenomena / light experiments, magnification, reflection, light & shadow
• Includes downloadable teachning and activity material (free download)
• Set includes lens f=25mm, lens f=80mm, mirror, 2x LED, holder for 9V battery (battery notincluded)

How does the light in the stairwell come on? Why does it go on at the bottom and off at the top? These and many other questions about electrical circuits are taught in an engaging and kid-friendly way using our Class Set Electrical Control with nine models and 25 experiments. The models can be easily built in class and directly integrated with the ready-made tasks and solutions.

• Main topics Electrical circuits, series-parallel connection, motorcontrol
• Includes downloadable teachning and activity material (free download)
• Set includes. 2x mini pushbuttons, LED, motor, holder for 9V battery (battery notincluded)

How does a bevel gear, a belt gear or a rack and pinion gear work? What happens when the transmission ratio changes? Young students age 7 and up can investigate these and many other questions using 15 models and twelve experiments. The models can be set up quickly and easily in the classroom and can be used optimally with the help of the ready-made tasks and solutions.

• Main topics simple gear types/ratios, directions of rotation, types of motion ofgears
• Includes downloadable teaching and activity material (free download)
• Set includes gears, bevel gears, rack, belt, chain, axles, building blocks, base plate 120x60 mm.
• Ideal complement: STEM Mechanics or Mechanics 2.0

Conveyor belt with two light barriers, one machining station, and one workpiece. Designed to simulate the movement and punching of workpieces on an automated line. Fully assembled training model, wired to one pre-programmed fischertechnik ROBOTICS TXT Controller.

Model consists of a transport belt with a length of 275 mm. used to transport workpieces with a diameter of up to 29mm. Multiple conveyors can easily be connected to increase the length of transport as desired. Fully assembled training model, wired to one pre-programmed fischertechnik ROBOTICS TXT Controller.

System for detecting workpieces of different colors and sorting them via a conveyor belt into three different storage bins. Fully assembled training model, wired to pre-programmed fischertechnik ROBOTICS TXT Controller.

Transfer station with conveyor belt, with shelf stacker for storing and retrieving special workpiece carriers, and 9 storage spots. Fully assembled training model, wired to pre-programmed fischertechnik ROBOTICS TXT Controller.

fischertechnik Introduction to STEM II is a more in-depth introduction to technology and robotics. This set uses everyday technology and invites students to construct 12 easy-to-understand models. Students are offered a foundation in STEM concepts with a focus on computer science. Based on the easy-to-use ROBO Pro Light software, this set introduces programming activities and incorporates robotics as a catalyst for interactive learning. Through building a model, students will experience hands-on applications of programming and see how it translates to the physical world. Engage students with hands-on activities that will help them develop an interest and aptitude in computer science and other STEM subjects. This education set is recommended for grades 3-5, and includes standards-based curriculum.

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Learn and understand the principles of Solar Power with the fischertechnik Education Solar: Beginner kit. Renewable energy sources will play an increasingly significant role in future. A solar module generates electricity from the energy of the sun to move the solar boats and the solar car. Whether on water or land, the construction set is a learning-by-playing approach to solar power.