Protect Data Centres: Build an Arduino Uno Fire-Fighting Robot with Flame Sensors

Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.

Data centres hold critical infrastructure, and fire is a constant threat. This kit turns learners into problem-solvers by guiding them to build a small autonomous robot that patrols a floor, detects fire direction using three flame sensors, drives toward the source, and activates a fan to extinguish the flame — a hands-on introduction to safety automation.

What You'll Build

By assembling this kit, you'll create a functional 2WD robot that senses fire intensity from multiple angles, determines direction, and moves autonomously to the hottest spot. The onboard fan then blows out the fire, simulating how a real-world data centre fire-suppression robot might operate.

What You'll Learn

• Interfacing multiple KY-026 flame sensors with Arduino Uno for directional sensing
• Programming motor control using L298N driver to navigate based on sensor readings
• Activating a 5V DC fan via a BC547 transistor switch circuit
• Integrating sensor input, logic, and actuator output to solve a real-world problem

Kit Contents

Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately

Who This Kit Is For

This beginner-friendly kit is perfect for school students in ATL Tinkering Labs, CBSE Class 6-10 robotics clubs, and young hobbyists aged 10-15 who want to build a functional robot for fire safety. College students preparing for Smart India Hackathon or hobby projects can also use it as a base for adding wireless monitoring or IoT alerts.

Built and Backed by Compoden

Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.