Sniff Bot Society
About Us
Sniff Bots Society is a hands-on robotics program where kids don’t just learn about robots—they build them from the motors up. Founded in 2017, we specialize in hardware-first learning, teaching middle schoolers how robots move, sense, and respond using real components—not just code.Inspired by my dog Pepper and the Stanford Pupper 2.1 quadruped robot (developed by Stanford Student Robotics and manufactured by MangDang), we explore robotics through motion, sensors, and mechanical design.🔩 Our Focus: Real Hardware, Real LearningWe don’t start with programming lessons—we start with tools, parts, and physical systems. Students use the mBot2 platform to explore:
- Ultrasonic, line-following, and color sensors
- Smart motors and gear mechanics
- Feedback systems like PID (visualized, not abstract)Our goal is to develop hands-on intuition—kids learn to adjust, calibrate, test, and rebuild. It’s not about copying code, it’s about understanding how machines behave in the real world.
Why mBOT2
We choose mBot2 as our foundational platform because it provides the right mix of real hardware experience, affordability, and simplicity—ideal for middle school learners.
✅ mBot2 Advantages
Hardware-First: Kids directly work with motors, sensors, and movement—not layers of software.Modular & Repairable: Easy to rebuild and experiment with.All-in-One Design: CyberPi gives sensor input, display, and feedback in a compact system.Cost-Friendly: No need for expensive kits, fields, or licenses.Portable: Desk-sized learning without compromising mechanical depth.
Contact
Ready to Explore?If your child loves tinkering, taking things apart, or simply wonders how machines move, we invite you to join Sniff Bots Society. Let’s start with wheels and end with walking bots.Where curiosity meets mechanics—one bolt at a time.
Thank you for reaching out to the Sniff Bot Society!Your question has been successfully received.Every question moves us forward—thanks for being part of the learning journey.— Sniff Bot Society | Where Curiosity Meets Circuits
I'm a robotics enthusiast and seasoned engineer with extensive experience building hardware and software at Microsoft.
Outside of work, I've been building a wide range of DIY projects—from Raspberry Pi-based trackers to smart home systems and custom robots—always focusing on simplicity, creativity, and hands-on learning.I previously led a small, close-knit robotics program for kids, sparking curiosity through interactive teaching. Now, with Sniff Bot Society, I’m launching a second and more evolved chapter—bringing a deeper, experience-rich approach to teaching robotics, sensors, and real-world hardware.With Pupper 2.1 and Duckie Town, I’m also introducing kids to the exciting world of AI and autonomous systems, bridging the gap between hobby robotics and cutting-edge technology.
