Blocks Area
Factory
🏭 Factory – Your “Expert Workshop”
What it is: Special blocks for optimizing and organizing large projects.
What it does: Advanced functions for when you’re a master.
Example: Configure the system, save memory, improve performance.
👉 It’s the robot’s maintenance workshop.
🧩 Fun Guide to Factory Blocks (Clu-blocks Pro)
🏭 Important! Factory blocks are your robot’s wildcards — they let you build custom logic, simulate missing features, and create reusable tools. Use them when no other block fits!
🛠️ General Purpose Blocks
| # | Block | What it does | Dropdown options | What the options mean |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | import module | Adds a Python module to your code | — | Use this to bring in extra tools — like math, time, or machine |
| 2 | from machine import * | Imports all hardware functions | — | Gives access to pins, timers, PWM, etc. — great for low-level control |
| 3 | my_function | Creates a custom function | — | You name it and define what it does — like a mini-program |
| 4 | my_function with: x | Adds an input to your function | — | Makes your function flexible — like passing a speed or message |
| 5 | test = Test() | Creates an object from a class | — | Use this to build reusable tools — like a motor controller or sensor reader |
| 6 | test.callMethod x | Calls a method on an object | — | Triggers a specific action — like move(), read(), or reset() |
🖥️ Display & Feedback
| # | Block | What it does | Dropdown options | What the options mean |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | display.scroll("Hello World!") | Scrolls text across a screen | — | Great for OLED or micro:bit displays — shows messages or alerts |
| 8 | display.scroll("Hello Clu-Bots!") | Scrolls a custom message | — | Use this to show status, names, or fun greetings |
🧠 Quick Tips for Students
- Use factory blocks when you need something custom — like a new sensor or behavior.
- Use functions to organize your code — no need to repeat the same logic.
- Use objects and methods to simulate missing blocks — like building your own motor class.
- Use scroll display to give feedback — perfect for debugging or showing results.
- Combine with other categories to extend their power — like adding a factory block to a timer or sensor.