Robots from VEX

The robots supplied for AIM are from VEX Robotics, Inc., a subsidiary of Innovation First International, Inc. The VEX Robotics Design System offer students an exciting platform for learning about areas rich with career opportunities spanning science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). VEX Robotics encourages teamwork, leadership, and problem solving among groups.
In any given class, no two robots will be designed and built alike! This is a tremendous learning opportunity for many students who have been educated in a traditional lecture setting. Students gain confidence in their own mathematical problem-solving abilities as they see their work come to life.
In any given class, no two robots will be designed and built alike! This is a tremendous learning opportunity for many students who have been educated in a traditional lecture setting. Students gain confidence in their own mathematical problem-solving abilities as they see their work come to life.
Educational Robotics in the classroom
When a school launches AIM, it receives a shipment that includes the various items required for successful completion of the robotics design challenges students encounter throughout the course. These items are organized into three sub-kits: School Kit, Classroom Kit and Team Kit.
At the end of the school year, robots are disassembled and the parts are placed back into their respective locations. The teacher can then inventory the kits and order required replacement parts. Only a minimal number of consumable parts should need replacement. Team Kits are designed to last at least five years in high school classrooms.