Flowol 3
Flowol 3 is computer control and robotics software which allows students of
all ages to explore the world of automatic systems through:
- the virtual world of Mimics (controllable on-screen pictures),
- the real world of models operated by connected Interface Hardware.
Flowol 3 uses the visual programming language of flowcharts:
- Select and position the symbols,
- Build the instructions with the prompt boxes,
- Link the symbols with lines and
- Run the program.
Note: In Flowol 3 several flowcharts can be built and run simultaneously allowing
different features of the automatic system to be controlled at the same time.
Flowol 3 is the perfect introduction to programming in a Computer Science course.
The Flowol 3 package includes a comprehensive range of controllable mimics.
These progressively introduce the user to different programming skills while investigating
real and relevant controllable situations.
Click here for more mimic information.
In the 3D mimics, the effect of motors can be simulated realistically with forward and reverse
movement at different speed. Some of these mimics also have Virtual Inputs which are
triggered by the mimic itself, for example on the Ferris Wheel a virtual sensor is triggered
when a car reaches the steps and a virtual switch is closed when the gate is shut.
Controlling models with Flowol 3 with a hardware interface.
Flowol3 is not only a powerful simulation program but is also a controller of real models.
Models connected to an appropriate interface and linked to the computer via the USB or Serial port
can be controlled by the same flowchart program devised for the simulation exercise.
Various control interfaces are available for this purpose and some PIC microcontrollers can have the
program downloaded so they can operate remotely from the computer. A complete list of supported
hardware can be found here.
System Requirements for Windows PC
- PC computer with Microsoft Windows 2000, XP, 2003, Vista or Windows 7 (either 32bit or 64bit supported)
- 20MB of Hard Disk space
- CD-ROM or DVD-ROM drive to install the software
Flowol 3 includes an MSI for installation on networks. Specific instructions for RM networks are included.
System Requirements for Apple Mac
- Apple Mac computer with either Intel or PowerPC G4 or G5 processors
- Mac OS X 10.6 (Snow Leopard), 10.5 (Leopard) or 10.4 (Tiger)
- 62MB of Hard Disk space
- 512MB of memory
- Internet connection for download and activation of the software
For Schools
Order Code
Windows PC | Order Code
Apple Mac | Description | Price |
| AF310U | AF31MU | Flowol 3 Single-User School License | $95.00 |
| AF310L10 | AF31ML10 | Flowol 3 (10-Machine) School License | $295.00 |
| AF310SL | AF31MSL | Flowol 3 Whole-Site School License | $450.00 |
Sales tax due on WA state orders.
For Home Use
Order Code
Windows PC | Order Code
Apple Mac | Description | Price |
| AF310HU | AF31MHU | Flowol 3 Home-User License** | $59.00 |
** Home User Licence suitable for a single-user use at home. The CD ROM needs to be in the drive for the software to be used.
Sales tax due on WA state orders.
Flowol 3 can be purchased from:
Keep I.T. Easy LLC, PMB 302, 14241 NE Woodinville-Duvall Road, Woodinville, WA 98072-8564 USA
tel: 425-861-6401 fax: 425-861-1131
e-mail: orders@flowol.com
Kelvin
web: www.kelvin.com
tel: 800-535-8469 fax: 800-756-1025
e-mail: kelvin@kelvin.com