World Record fischertechnik Build and New Products

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fischertechnik Update: World Record and New Products

We have much to share with you from the world of fischertechnik. For one, at this year’s Fan Club Day, a World Record was achieved! A bridge 45 meters long, has been constructed entirely out of fischertechnik building blocks. The bridge, modeled after the famous Russky Bridge in Russia, used approximately 53,000 parts. Earning it the title of the largest model ever built … Read More

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Coming Soon: fischertechnik’s DIY 3D Printer Set

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Build Your Own 3D Printer with fischertechnik

With much anticipation, we look forward to the release of the fischertechnik Education 3D Printer (item #536624). Designed to provide an engaging and effective method for teaching students about the technology behind this cutting edge form of manufacturing, this exciting new DIY product offering will be available later this summer. Explore Principles of Additive Fabrication with fischertechnik 3D Printer For those not in the know, … Read More

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NYC SPARX: Promoting Technology for Girls with fischertechnik

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NYC SPARX: Promoting Technology for Girls with fischertechnik

It’s a pretty common stereotype that girls just aren’t into technology. However, more and more, we are starting to see high profile women take charge in traditional, male driven industries. And why not? Major tech companies like Facebook, HP, IBM, Yahoo, Intel, YouTube and more all have powerful women at the helm. Technology and science aren’t just for men – … Read More

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Celebrating National Robotics Week with fischertechnik Education

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Celebrating National Robotics Week with fischertechnik Education

Calling all battle bot enthusiasts, programmers, robo makers and anyone interested in delving into the developing world of robotics! The 7th annual National Robotics Week is back and events around the world are set to kick off on Saturday, April 2nd. This week long series of activities and events are designed to promote the importance of “robo technology” as well as … Read More

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fischertechnik Exhibits Hands-On STEM Education at NSTA 2016

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NSTA 2016 Science Education

The National Science Teachers Association (NSTA) conference is here! The 2016 spring conference will be held from March 31st to April 3rd in Nashville, Tennessee. This event is a collaborative experience focused on the latest in science and science education. Learn how to implement key programs into your classroom that will help promote Next Generation Science Standards. Adopting these standards … Read More

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Bring fischertechnik to Life with Scratch Programming

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Combine fischertechnik ROBO with the visual, easy-to-learn programming language, Scratch. It’s easy to control motors and light indicators instantly with mini-switches and phototransitors. With Scratch, you can program your fischertechnik robotic designs with simple tasks to complex projects. This programming language is specifically designed for students, ages 8 to 16. However, it is used by people of all ages from … Read More

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Spotlight on the NEW fischertechnik Pneumatic Power set

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As we mentioned in a previous blog post, fischertechnik has added two specially priced sets to the STEM focused Profi line. Today we will look at the second of these sets. Pneumatic Power set from fischertechnik The fischertechnik Pneumatic Power set (#533874) explores the science behind using compressed air to move things. The set is designed for ages 8 and … Read More

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fischertechnik Expands Free Elementary STEM Curriculum

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fischertechnik Education is expanding its free STEM curriculum to include fischertechnik’s Introduction to STEM II. The Introduction to STEM II is a more in-depth STEM set that focuses on technology and robotics. Similar to the Introduction to STEM I set, this curriculum uses everyday technology to engage students. These successful sets focus on tangible concepts that students are familiar with … Read More

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Spotlight on the NEW fischertechnik Solar Power set

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This summer, fischertechnik has added two all new, and very affordable, sets to their science and technology focused Profi line. Today we will look at the first of those products, which is the new fischertechnik Solar Power set (#533875). The set is designed for use by students age 8 and above, and contains 160 pieces for building four working solar … Read More

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fischertechnik Celebrates 50th Anniversary

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fischertechnik  celebrated its 50th anniversary this year, on Sunday, July 26, 2015. The company hosted a FANCLUB day at fischertechnik headquarters in Waldachtal, Germany. Here, people from all over the world could enter their own designs for display and view the many exhibits of fischertechnik systems released over the years. These incredibly innovative systems were invented by Professor Artur Fischer, … Read More

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