{"title":"Maqueen Plus V3 - Advanced Matrix Laser Navigation STEM Robot for Competitions (AA Battery)","handle":"maqueen-plus-v3-advanced-matrix-laser-navigation-stem-robot-for-competitions-aa-battery","url":"/products/maqueen-plus-v3-advanced-matrix-laser-navigation-stem-robot-for-competitions-aa-battery","description":"The Maqueen Plus V3 is an advanced programmable STEM robot designed for primary and secondary school robotics education and competitions. Powered by a micro:bit controller (sold separately), it combines a matrix laser ranging sensor, high-precision motor encoders with PID control, and built-in algorithms for line-tracking and intersection recognition.\n\nWith its sophisticated sensor suite and onboard processing, the Maqueen Plus V3 enables students to tackle complex autonomous navigation challenges while keeping programming accessible through the micro:bit's block-based and Python coding environments.\n\nKey Features\n\n\nMatrix Laser Ranging Sensor – Superior accuracy (±11 mm for white targets at 20–200 mm) with up to 60 Hz response rate in 4×4 mode and a 60° field of view\n\nPID Motor Control – High-precision encoders for accurate speed and distance control\n\nBuilt-In Line Tracking – Onboard algorithms handle line-following independently, freeing the main controller for other tasks\n\nIntersection Recognition – Identifies crossroads, T-junctions, and other junction types in real time for map-based challenges\n\nObstacle Detection & Avoidance – Matrix sensor pinpoints obstacle positions for intelligent route planning\n\nmicro:bit Powered – Program with MakeCode blocks, Python, or JavaScript\n\nAA Battery Powered – Uses standard AA batteries for convenient power\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nSTEM robotics education in primary and secondary schools\nRobotics competitions and challenges\nLearning autonomous navigation and pathfinding\nTeaching programming concepts through hands-on robotics\n\n\n\nNote: A micro:bit v2 controller and AA batteries are required and sold separately.\n","vendor":"DFRobot","product_type":"physical","in_stock":true,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":259,"title":"Default Title","sku":"DF-MBT0050-AA","price":139.0,"compare_at_price":0.0,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":true,"available_quantity":204,"option1":"Default Title"}]}