The Physics of Mario Kart

Monday, July 22, 2013 - 5:00 am to Friday, July 26, 2013 - 11:00 am

What is it? A camp where students will build and study the physics of a life-size Mario Kart: a go kart that uses a real Wii remote to control just about everything.

What will you learn? Students will learn about Physical Computing – the use of computers (in this case an Arduino microprocessor and Motion Capture Video) to interact with the physical world. Programming, Electronics, Engineering and Motion will all be explored.

10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily 

Ages: High School (entering 9-12 grades)

Cost: $150

Location: 
Begeman Hall
Contact Information
Name: 
Dr. Kidd
Phone: 
3192732380
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