In the Maker Shed: Robotic Arm Kit

Robotics Technology
In the Maker Shed: Robotic Arm Kit


Need a robotic arm to do your evil bidding? Then look no further than the Robotic arm kit available in the Maker Shed.

You command the gripper to open and close, and control wrist motion of 120 degrees, an extensive elbow range of 300°, base rotation of 270°, base motion of 180°, vertical reach of 15″, horizontal reach of 12.6″, and lifting capacity of 100g. Added features include a search light design on the gripper and a safety gear audible indicator on all 5 gearboxes to prevent any potential injury or gear breakage during operation. Award-winning kit assembles with simple hand tools. Ages 10 and up.

Features

  • 5 motors and 5 joints
  • LED-lighted gripper
  • Safety audible indicators on all 5 gearboxes
  • Requires 4 D batteries
  • Simple hand tools required for assembly: screwdriver, long-nose pliers, diagonal cutter

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