Boson - Heart Rate Monitor Sensor - Input

The Boson Heart Rate Monitor Sensor offers an engaging way for students to learn about biology, health, and human body systems. By simply placing a finger on the sensor, users can receive a live reading of their heart rate. This module helps connect physiological monitoring with digital technologies, allowing students to build wellness projects or conduct health-related investigations.

Educational Benefits:

• Demonstrates biological data collection in real time.
• Promotes understanding of cardiovascular function and health.
• Supports lessons in PE, health science, and biology.
• Encourages interest in wearable technology and bio-sensing.
• Fosters exploration of physical activity and its impact on body systems.

Classroom Ideas:

• Monitor heart rate before and after physical activity to study effects.
• Build a wellness tracker as part of a digital health project.
• Create a visual heart rate monitor that lights up as BPM increases.
• Use in data logging exercises to track heart rate variability.
• Develop wearable prototypes using the sensor and a display module.

Product Specifications:

• Input module for detecting pulse via fingertip.
• Blue-coloured input with 3-pin connection.
• Mountable using magnets, screws, or LEGO plates.
• Compatible with micro:bit and Arduino.
• Supports Python, Scratch, JavaScript, MakeCode, and C.
• Ideal for health monitoring, biology investigations, and wearable projects.