RoboTunes: A Multi-Player Learning Framework with Musical Programmable Robots

Our paper, "RoboTunes: A Multi-Player Learning Framework with Musical Programmable Robots," presented at ICARA 2024, introduces an innovative educational tool that combines robotics and music to create an interactive learning environment. The RoboTunes framework allows students to control robots using musical instruments, navigating a Colorized Music-based Maze (CMM) by playing specific notes. This approach teaches the basics of robotics and integrates musical learning, making the educational process more engaging and enjoyable.

RoboTunes is designed to be adaptable to different age groups and skill levels. For beginners, tasks may involve simple note sequences to guide a robot, while advanced students can program robots to achieve similar goals, adding layers of complexity. The system supports both collaborative and competitive learning, encouraging teamwork and problem-solving while maintaining a fun, game-like atmosphere.

Example of a Colorized Music-based Maze

The overall goal of RoboTunes is to enhance the educational experience by making learning interactive and enjoyable. By integrating music with robotics, the framework fosters creativity, technical skills, and collaborative abilities, transforming how robotics is taught in classrooms and inspiring students to explore the intersection of these fields further.

Find more information in the fulltext of our paper:

Khalil Al rahman Youssefi, Helmut Lindner, and Wilfried Elmenreich. Robotunes: A multi-player learning framework with musical programmable robots. In Proceedings of the 10th International Conference on Automation, Robotics and Applications (ICARA), pages 334–338, February 2024. (doi:10.1109/ICARA60736.2024.10553175)