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JUNKBOT DO IT LAB

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF SHARJAH

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What is DO IT LAB

The JUNKBOT DO IT LAB is not just a robotics lab, it’s a space where students experience science, math, engineering, art, and technology by actually doing it. From volcanoes to AI, circuits to natural disasters, everything here is understood by building, testing, and doing. Here, children don’t just learn ideas—they build them, test them, and understand them for real.

Workshops

🤖 Robotics & AI

Students build robots and explore how machines learn. Older students can train and test simple AI models using real tools — no experience needed

Recycle to build a robot
Recycle to build a robot

Use everyday recyclables to build and decorate a functioning robot.

Ages: 6–10

Solar Mars Rover
Solar Mars Rover

Construct a solar-powered rover to explore “Mars” terrain in a classroom simulation.

Ages: 8–12

AI-Based Gesture Control
AI-Based Gesture Control

Train an AI model to recognize hand gestures and control devices accordingly.

Ages: 10–14

Rock-Paper-Scissors Bot
Rock-Paper-Scissors Bot

Rock-Paper-Scissors with a Robotics Gadget

🛠️ Engineering & Design

Kids design bridges, machines, and tools — learning how everyday things are built and tested. Some projects integrate smart tech for automation.

Build your own Rube Goldberg Machine
Build your own Rube Goldberg Machine

Design a chain reaction machine to complete a simple task in the most complex way.

Ages: 8–14

Build & Test: Strongest Bridge
Build & Test: Strongest Bridge

Build and test bridges using craft sticks and weights to evaluate strength and design.

Ages: 6–12

Water Filter Prototype
Water Filter Prototype

Create a working model of a water filter using natural and household materials.

Ages: 8–12

Cardboard Exoskeleton Arm
Cardboard Exoskeleton Arm

Construct a wearable arm using cardboard and string to mimic human arm movements.

Ages:8–12

Rubber Band Powered Car
Rubber Band Powered Car

Build a small car powered by the tension of a rubber band

Ages:6 -12

DIY Hydraulic Lift
DIY Hydraulic Lift

Create a simple lift using syringes and tubing to understand hydraulic systems.

Ages:12-15

🔬 Science in Action

Simulate a volcano, test a water filter, or explore forces and motion with real experiments — some workshops use sensors to gather data like a scientist.

Build a Balloon Car
Build a Balloon Car

Build cars propelled by balloon power and race them to explore air pressure and friction.

Ages: 6–10

Chemical Reactions Sensor Lab (Chemistry + Sensors + Data Science)
Chemical Reactions Sensor Lab (Chemistry + Sensors + Data Science)

Conduct safe chemical reactions and use sensors to collect and analyze data.

Ages: 10–14

Build a Salt Water Circuit
Build a Salt Water Circuit

Learn about conductivity by creating a circuit powered by salt water.

 Ages: 8–12

➕ Math & Logic

Make math make sense — by doing it. numbers turn into games, puzzles, patterns, and real-world projects. Kids won’t just solve equations — they’ll use math to build, measure, test, and design. From geometry to data, this is where logic comes to life.

Math in Motion
Math in Motion

Apply area and perimeter concepts by programming drawing robots to trace geometric shapes and calculate dimensions.

Ages: 11 - 13

Coordinate Grid Navigator
Coordinate Grid Navigator

Place the robot on a grid. Give it commands based on coordinate pairs (e.g., move to (3,4)).

Ages: 8–12

The Great Measurement Race
The Great Measurement Race

Program a robot to travel an exact distance (e.g., 127 cm). They must measure and calibrate their robot’s speed and rotations.

Ages: 9–13

Motion – Gravity, Balance & Robotics
Motion – Gravity, Balance & Robotics

Explore Newton’s Laws, friction, and gravity by building and testing robotic vehicles on different surfaces.

Ages: 8–13

Earth & Space AR Exploration
Earth & Space AR Exploration

Use AR tools to simulate and understand solar/lunar eclipses and seasonal changes through Earth-Sun-Moon positioning.

Ages: 12 - 14

Smart Dice & Algebra Bots
Smart Dice & Algebra Bots

Integrate math with microcontrollers to build smart dice and program robots for algebra-based movement patterns.

Ages: 12 - 14

Neurobiology & Physics Lab
Neurobiology & Physics Lab

Build sensor-based reflex games and program robots to demonstrate Newton’s Laws, linking biology and physics.

Ages: 13 - 15

Energy Engineering
Energy Engineering

Design crash bots and analyze kinetic and potential energy transformations using sensors and graphing tools.

Ages: 12 - 14

🌱 Nature & Sustainability

Create tech-powered eco-projects like a plant-watering system that runs with light sensors — teaching sustainability through design.

Build your own Automated Plant Irrigation System
Build your own Automated Plant Irrigation System

Build a smart watering system that waters plants based on soil moisture levels.

Ages: 9–13

Creating a Recycle Bot
Creating a Recycle Bot

Build a simple robot that sorts or moves recyclable materials.

Ages: 7–12

Earthquake Engineering Challenge
Earthquake Engineering Challenge

Build and test tower models to learn about seismic impact and wave types using a shake table and sensors.

Ages: 10 - 14

Flood Barrier Design Challenge
Flood Barrier Design Challenge

Design and test water barriers to explore flood prevention and water flow management.

Ages: 10 - 14

Storm Surge & Coastal Protection
Storm Surge & Coastal Protection

Simulate coastal topographies and storm surges to understand and apply costal safety principles.

Ages: 10 - 14

Wildfire Robotics Lab
Wildfire Robotics Lab

Program robots to detect and respond to fire scenarios using IR sensors and obstacle navigation.

Ages: 10 - 14

Tsunami Wave Energy Exploration
Tsunami Wave Energy Exploration

Model tsunami waves and develop early warning systems by analyzing wave behavior and coastal impact

Ages: 10 - 14

Volcano Eruption Simulation
Volcano Eruption Simulation

Construct volcano models and simulate eruptions to study volcanic activity and lava flow.

Ages: 10 - 14

🎨 Art & Tech

Make interactive art using lights, code, and motion. Design with purpose while learning how tech powers creativity.

Patterned Light Show
Patterned Light Show

Program LED lights to blink in fun, repeating sequences and patterns.

Ages: 6–10

Mood Light Cubes
Mood Light Cubes

Use sensors and RGB LEDs to make an interactive light cube that responds to sound, motion, or temperature.

Ages: 8–12

Kinetic Sculpture Show
Kinetic Sculpture Show

Create moving paper sculptures with servos that react to motion or button input.

Ages: 8–12

🧑‍🏫 Who Is This For?

The Junkbot DO IT Lab is designed for curious minds of all ages — whether you're visiting with your school or booking a creative weekend experience with your child.

👶 Early Years (Ages 5–7)

Perfect for little explorers just starting to discover how the world works. Simple, hands-on activities introduce shapes, motion, colors, and patterns through playful building and experimenting.

📘 Primary Students (Ages 8–11)

Kids begin applying what they learn in school — coding, building, and experimenting with science and math concepts in fun, real ways. Great for sparking confidence and curiosity.

📗 Middle School (Ages 12–14)

These workshops go deeper — students take on bigger challenges, build more advanced models, and begin exploring real-world tech like sensors and AI.

📙 High School (Ages 15–18)

Teens work on future-ready projects: smart devices, data-driven experiments, creative AI builds, and robotics. Ideal for tech enthusiasts and hands-on learners preparing for tomorrow.

🏫 For Schools

Bring your students for an unforgettable hands-on experience, or let us bring the lab to you.

✅ Aligned with your curriculum
✅ 1-hour workshops, flexible booking
✅ Suitable for science, math, ICT, and enrichment weeks

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 For Parents

Looking for something fun and meaningful to do with your child?

✅ Book individual sessions
✅ Perfect for siblings and friends too
✅ No prior experience needed
✅ Birthday party options available

Whether you’re a teacher, a parent, or a student — if you’re ready to learn by doing, the DO IT Lab is for you.

📍 Our Venue: American University of Sharjah

A world-class space for hands-on discovery.

The Junkbot DO IT Lab is proudly hosted at the American University of Sharjah (AUS) — one of the UAE’s most respected education hubs.

This exciting location gives students a chance to learn inside a real university environment, surrounded by creativity, innovation, and inspiration.

  • ✅ Safe, secure, and spacious
  • ✅ Fully equipped lab spaces designed for hands-on learning
  • ✅ Located in a vibrant campus known for academic excellence
  • ✅ Easy access for schools across Sharjah, Dubai & Northern Emirates

Whether you’re a school bringing students for a STEM field trip, or a parent looking for a weekend workshop — AUS provides the perfect environment for young minds to build, explore and grow.

A university setting. A child's imagination. One unforgettable learning experience.

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