Stepping Stones volunteers brought a stunning “technology fest” to children at our summer camp, featuring the Xiaomi Robot Dog and the concept of the Dark Factory. In class, the volunteers provided a detailed introduction to the intelligent features and applications of the Xiaomi Robot Dog. The children were filled with curiosity about this high-tech product, eagerly engaging in interactive activities and experiencing the joy of technology.
Activity Introduction
During the demonstration, the volunteers showcased an array of impressive skills performed by the Xiaomi Robot Dog. The robot dog not only executed complex movements with precision, such as jumping, turning, and running, but it also responded to voice commands to perform various actions. The children gathered around the robot dog, watching it move flexibly on the ground, sometimes avoiding obstacles and other times “shaking hands” with them. These scenes left the children thrilled. They enthusiastically asked questions, exploring the technological principles behind the robot dog. The volunteers also introduced the practical applications of the robot dog in rescue missions, patrolling, and companionship, helping the children to deeply understand the significant impact of technology on everyday life.
Next, the volunteers explained the concept of the Dark Factory. Through videos and practical demonstrations, the children learned how dark factories operate without human intervention, relying on intelligent systems and robots for production tasks. This technology not only enhances production efficiency but also reduces human errors, providing new ideas for future manufacturing models. The volunteers further elucidated the working principles and mechanisms of dark factories and showcased some real-life applications, such as car manufacturing and electronic product assembly. Watching the intelligent robotic arms work efficiently on production lines, the children were filled with curiosity and anticipation about the future of factories.
In the interactive discussion session, the children actively spoke up, sharing their imaginations about future technology. Some hoped for more intelligent robots to assist with daily tasks, while others dreamed of becoming scientists to develop advanced technologies. This class not only sparked their interest in technology but also filled them with endless aspirations for the future.
To deepen the children’s understanding of global technological development, the volunteers also incorporated content related to the Belt and Road Initiative, introducing China’s collaborative achievements in the field of technology with various countries under this framework. The children learned that through The Belt and Road Initiative, China’s advanced technologies and ideas are reaching the world while also absorbing excellent technologies from other countries, contributing to global technological progress. The volunteers emphasized that international cooperation not only promotes technological development but also brings more benefits to people worldwide.
Through this course, the children gained knowledge about the Xiaomi Robot Dog and the Dark Factory, broadened their international perspectives, and understood the importance of technological development and international cooperation. It is hoped that in the future, they will become forces of technological innovation, bringing more surprises and changes to the world.
