Arduino Explore IOT Kit Rev2 AKX00044
What It Is
The Arduino Explore IoT Kit Rev2 is an education-focused IoT learning kit built around the Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 and a custom MKR IoT Carrier Rev2 board. It combines Wi-Fi connectivity, a variety of built-in and external sensors, actuators, a display, and Arduino Cloud for Education accessall packaged to teach students how to build connected, data-driven systems with real-world applications.
Infographic-Style Summary
| ARDUINO EXPLORE IOT KIT REV2 | | (AKX00044) | Purpose | Learn IoT, cloud data, sensors & sustainability | Core Controller | Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 | Base Board | MKR IoT Carrier Rev2 (with built-in sensors) | | Connectivity | Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n) | Display | 1.20 RGB rounded display | Power | Built-in 18650 Li-Ibsp; Built-in Sensors | Temp, humidity, pressure, VOC gas, light, color, | | | gesture, accelerometer | External Sensors | Moisture sensor, PIR motion sensor | Educational Content | Arduino Cloud demos + SDG-linked projects |
Kit focus: hands-on learning of IoT, environmental sensing, cloud integration, and data-driven decision-making.
What's Included
The kit comes with a rich mix of hardware to spark learning and creativity:
Core Components
Arduino MKR WiFi 1010 board with Wi-Fi connectivity
MKR IoT Carrier Rev2 with built-in sensors & actuators
USB cable for programming and power
Plastic enclosure for mounting and protection
Built-In Sensors on Carrier
Temperature
Humidity
Pressure
VOC gas (air qu
RGB color
Gesture
Accelerometer
External Sensor Modules
Soil moisture sensor
PIR motion sensor
Outputs & Indicators
RGB 1.20 rounded display
5 RGB LEDs
Buzzer
2 24 V relays
Tactile buttons & Grove connectors
18650 Li-Ion rechargeable battery holder
All sensors and modules use plug-and-play cables for easy setup.
Curriculum & Learning Outcomes
This kit is designed to teach core IoT skills including:
Sensor data collection environment & motion Processing & decision-making with Arduino Wi-Fi communication & Arduino Cloud integration Real-world projects linked to UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Design thinking & computational skills
You get demo lessons and introductory activities with the free Arduino Cloud plan. A School plan subscription unlocks 10 in-depth, step-by-step IoT projects and classroom collaboration features like Google Classroom integration.
Typical Projects You Can Build
Examples of learning experiences and prototype systems include: Environmental monitoring & alert systems Cloud dashboards for temperature, humidity, motion, etc. Automated lighting & actuator control via IoT Soil moisture'based irrigation triggers Gesture & motion-based interactive systems SD card data logging + remote visualization
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IoT architecture & cloud dashboards
Sensor interfacing & data acquisition
Wireless data communication (Wi-Fi)
Real-time system design
Project development with sustainability focus
Why It Matters
The Arduino Explore IoT Kit Rev2 bridges the gap between classroom theory and real-world application by blending hardware, software, and cloud technologies. It's especially suited for students, educators, and makers who want a guided path into IoT system design, data visualization, and connected product development all while tackling meaningful challenges like

