It opens and closes its petals in response to external influences such as touch, proximity, or light. These topics can be learned and implemented playfully and motivatingly by students in the classroom using the built-in sensors and control technology of the Bionic Flower. Thus, both the design and the transfer of principles from the plant world to technology complement the teaching of curriculum topics such as motor skills or sensor technology in STEM education (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Additionally, the topic of biodiversity can also be addressed in the classroom.

Natural Models: Festo Didactic took inspiration from the mechanisms of water lilies and mimosa plants in the development of the Bionic Flower. These plants share a common feature: the opening and closing of their leaves in response to external stimuli.

Construction Kit Concept: With the experiment kit, students can build the drive and learn how it reacts to changes in the environment. The Bionic Flower has 15 petals and a mechanism that allows them to open and close sequentially. Control is done via WiFi using mobile devices. Working with the robotic flower in teams is recommended.

Encouraging Creativity: Students can freely design the petals according to their own imagination. Some components can be printed using 3D printing technology or customized. This aims to spark a spirit of experimentation.

Sensors and Light Effects: Students can experiment with the light and distance sensors and adapt the control to various scenarios. With the built-in LEDs, the Bionic Flower can respond to stimuli with selected colors.

Online Learning Environment: Accompanying teaching materials and construction instructions for students are available online for free download.