SPIDER Automation Seeed Studio Grove for Scratch Expansion Board | Visual Programming
Description
SPIDER Automation Seeed Studio Grove for Scratch is a specialized expansion board designed to seamlessly bridge various Grove modules with the visual programming language Scratch via a USB cable. Unlike standard expansion boards that require complex software installations like the Arduino IDE or Scratch Link app, Grove for Scratch features a built-in WebSerial function. This allows users to open existing web browsers and start programming immediately without any setup hurdles.
Engineered for effortless use, the board draws its power directly from your computer through a USB connection, eliminating the need for external batteries or cumbersome Bluetooth pairing. With multiple dedicated Grove ports and input terminals, it allows students, makers, and educators to connect numerous sensors and actuators simultaneously, unlocking endless possibilities for interactive projects and STEM education.
Key Features
- No App Installation Required: Built-in WebSerial technology enables out-of-the-box compatibility with modern web browsers without needing the Scratch Link app.
- Direct USB Plug-and-Play: Connects directly via USB for reliable communication, removing the need for complex Bluetooth pairing procedures.
- Bus-Powered Design: Operates directly off computer USB power, requiring no external batteries or separate power supplies.
- Extensive Grove Connectivity: Features multiple Grove ports (Analog, Digital, and I2C) to support a vast ecosystem of sensors and actuators at once.
- Multi-Platform Support: Fully compatible with Windows 10, Windows 11, Chromebooks, macOS, and Linux environments.
Benefits
- Instant Setup: Zero software installation means beginners and students can go from unboxing to coding in seconds.
- Clutter-Free Prototyping: Standardized Grove port connectors eliminate messy wiring and breadboard errors.
- Ideal Educational Platform: Simplifies the transition from visual block-based programming to practical hardware interaction.
Applications
- STEM & School Education: Perfect teaching tool for introducing children and students to coding and hardware automation.
- Smart Home Prototyping: Building automated lights, alarms, and temperature monitoring displays using visual code blocks.
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) Projects: Interfacing interactive sensors for machine learning and computer vision experiments.
- Internet of Things (IoT): Creating connected sensor nodes and data-logging setups using web-based programming interfaces.
Package Includes
- 1 x Seeed Studio Grove for Scratch Expansion Board
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand / Series | SPIDER Automation / Seeed Studio (Grove for Scratch / AkaDako) |
| Item Type | Visual Programming Expansion Board / Interface Module |
| Operating Voltage | 5V DC (Powered via USB Bus) |
| Analog Input Terminals | 1 × Analog Input Terminal (Shared with Grove terminal) |
| Digital Input / Output Terminals | 1 × Digital I/O Terminal (Shared with Grove terminal) |
| Grove Analog Ports | 2 × Grove Analog Ports |
| Grove Digital Ports | 2 × Grove Digital Ports |
| Grove I2C Ports | 2 × Grove I2C Ports |
| Programming Interface | WebSerial Based (Scratch & Stretch3 Compatible Environments) |
| Supported Operating Systems | Windows 10, Windows 11, Chromebook, Mac, and Linux |
| Physical Board Dimensions | 65 mm (Length) × 48 mm (Width) × 12 mm (Height) |
| Device Net Weight | 0.012 kg (12 g) |
| Package Shipping Weight | 0.014 kg |
| Package Shipping Dimensions | 9 cm × 7 cm × 1 cm |
