Robotics
Discover the exciting world of educational and DIY robotics with our comprehensive kits and tutorials. Ideal for both students and hobbyists, our products will help you build and program your own robots and develop critical skills in STEM. Unleash your creativity and take your first steps towards a future in robotics today! 238 results Sort by
- Zumo Reflectance Sensor Array Pololu #1419 This reflectance sensor module is designed for use with the Zumo shield for Arduino. It has six IR LED/phototransistor pairs that can be used for line following or edge detection; each sensor provides an independent, digital I/O-measurable output.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 11,45 Incl. VAT
- Pololu Ball Caster with 3/4″ Metal Ball Pololu #955 This ball caster kit includes a black ABS housing, a 3/4″ diameter metal ball, two spacers (1/16″ and 1/8″ thick), and two #2 screw sets. The total height of the ball caster, 0.83″, can be increased to about 1″ using the included spacers.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 3,40 Incl. VAT
- 3pi Expansion Kit with Cutouts - Black Pololu #979 This kit gives you everything you need to add a second level to your 3pi robot. The black printed circuit board matches the color of the 3pi and has cutouts that let you view the LCD below and make it easier to reach the power button, reset button, and programming header.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 16,45 Incl. VAT
- 3pi Expansion Kit without Cutouts - Black Pololu #978 This kit gives you everything you need to add a second level to your 3pi robot. In this version, the LCD pins are brought up to the expansion board from the base via extended headers for your own custom use.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 16,05 Incl. VAT
- Micro Gripper Kit with Position Feedback Servo Pololu #3551 This small gripper uses a rack and pinion design with a servo-driven pinion and opposing racks to keep the gripper paddles synchronized and parallel to each other throughout its 32 mm range of motion.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 20,20 Incl. VAT
- Moon rover on solar-energy Velleman #KSR14 This Maanrover Robot kit from Velleman gives young and old a fun and educational way to get in touch with electronics and mechanics. This moonrover consists of a small 12,000 RPM engine, a solar panel and a plastic frame which must be mounted piece by piece.Delivered in 3 to 7 days€ 16,35 Incl. VAT
- Air engine car kit Velleman #KSR16 This kit contains the parts for a car that runs on air energy. When the car is built, air can be pumped into the bottle with the included pump, with which the car can reach about 50 meters.SpecificationsWithout motor or batterySelf-assembly kit, runs on compressed airRange: max.Delivered in 3 to 7 days€ 19,90 Incl. VAT
- Hydraulic robotic arm Velleman #KSR12 This kit is the perfect first step in the world of hydraulics. Children learn the principles of hydraulic systems and their applications. Simple instructions with detailed illustrations make it easy to build (229 parts in total).Delivered in 3 to 7 days€ 33,75 Incl. VAT
- Pololu RP5/Rover 5 Expansion Plate RRC07A (Narrow) Solid Black Pololu #1531 This 1/8" acrylic expansion plate lets you mount a variety of components to your Rover 5 tracked chassis. The 3 mm wide slots covering the plate support many configurations of sensors and other robot components.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 5,50 Incl. VAT
- Pololu RP5/Rover 5 Expansion Plate RRC07B (Wide) Solid Black Pololu #1541 Pololu RP5/Rover 5 Expansion Plate RRC07B (Wide) Solid Black.This 1/8" acrylic expansion plate lets you mount a variety of components to your Rover 5 tracked chassis. The 3 mm wide slots covering the plate support many configurations of sensors and other robot components.Delivered in 5 to 14 days€ 9,45 Incl. VAT
What are the most popular robots?
The most popular educational robots are designed to provide hands-on learning experiences for students, helping to teach them about robotics, programming, and other STEM subjects. Some of the most popular educational robots include:
- DFRobot Micro:Maqueen, the compact and easy-to-use educational robotics kit powered by the micro:bit microcontroller! Ideal for beginners and students, this kit allows you to build and program your own robots using the micro:bit's simple, user-friendly interface.
- Pololu Zumo, a compact and agile tracked robot perfect for Mini Sumo competitions. Control your robot with an Arduino or compatible device and take advantage of its micro metal gearmotors, 6 infrared sensors, 3-axis accelerometer and buzzer.
- Pololu 3pi+, a high-performance, versatile, and user-programmable robot with a range of features including dual quadrature encoders, line sensors, front bump sensors, IMU, and OLED display.
- Makerex robot kit, build and play with these fully mechanical robots without any programming required. Learn about gears, levers, and renewable energy while having fun.
- Tobbie II, the Ultimate Robot Toy! With upgraded features, Tobbie 2 offers endless fun & entertainment. He dances, sings, & can even be programmed to complete tasks. A perfect gift for kids & tech enthusiasts alike!
What are the benefits of educational robotics for students?
Educational robotics provides students with hands-on STEM learning experiences, encouraging creativity and innovation, fostering critical thinking and problem-solving, promoting teamwork, and developing 21st-century skills. It also helps increase student engagement and motivation in STEM subjects. There are several benefits of educational robotics for students, including:
- Improving STEM skills: Robotics provides students with hands-on experiences in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields, helping to develop important skills in these areas.
- Creativity and innovation: Robotics offers students the opportunity to build, program, and experiment with their own robots, promoting creativity and innovation.
- Critical thinking and problem solving: Robotics challenges students to think critically and solve problems as they work to build and program their robots.
- Increasing student engagement: Robotics is an engaging and interactive way for students to learn, helping to maintain their interest and motivation in STEM subjects.
What are the recommended age ranges for educational robotics kits?
The recommended age ranges for educational robotics kits vary depending on the kit and its level of complexity. Here are some general guidelines:
- Early childhood (ages 4-7): Simple educational robotics kits with larger pieces and fewer components may be suitable for this age group. Entirely mechanical robots would be a good choice.
- Elementary school (ages 8-11): More complex educational robotics kits that involve basic programming concepts can be appropriate for this age group.
- Middle school (ages 12-14): Advanced educational robotics kits with a greater focus on programming and engineering principles may be appropriate for this age group.
- High school (ages 15-18): Complex educational robotics kits that involve more advanced programming languages and engineering principles can be suitable for this age group.
