Microbit Controlled Eyes
Make the kit
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Make the kit
If you want to make your own version of the kit, read on.
The electronic components can all be purchased easily, but the body needs some components to be made. I've used a laser cutter to cut out the wooden parts, and 3D printing for the plastic parts. So you will need access to a 3D printer and laster cutter.
Laser cutter file for wooden head
I cut these with 6mm birch ply. Cut the red lines first, then the black lines.
Head3D printed eye lids
Eye lids3D printed eye sockets
Eye sockets3D printed eye lashes
Eye lashes3D printed connectors
There are 2 versions - one that fits SG90S servo motors and one that fits MG90S servo motors.
SG92 connectorsMG90S connectors
Eye balls
Use standard 40mm ping pong balls. They don't need to be competition quality!
Nuts and bolts
M3 8mm boltsM3 nylon lock nut
Electronics
I recommend PiHut or Pimoroni or Kitronik for purchasing electronics for digital making. Here are some links for the parts from PiHut:
2x MicrobitsAdafruit Crickit (the Microbit one)
3x TowerPro SG92 Servo motors
USB cable
AAA Battery box for Microbit
Dowels
Use 6mm dowel rods, which can be cut to size.
Need help?
Feel free to email me
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