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(Boe-Bot Programmable Robot Kit
A great introduction to computer programming and robotics! The Boe-Bot is an advanced programmable robot that uses a BASIC Stamp microcontroller and a solder-less breadboard. The robot assembles in 1-2 hours, but the included Robotics with the Boe-Bot curriculum provides over 50 hours of activities that teach you how to program your robot using the programming language PBASIC and the circuit breadboard. You can program your Boe-Bot to use tactile, light sensitive, infrared, or distance detection navigation.The 345-page Robotics with the Boe-Bot curriculum starts with basic movement and then proceeds to various sensor-based projects. It also provides ideas for adapting the Boe-Bot to different robotic projects. It's written in an easy-to-understand format so no previous experience in robotics, electronics, or programming is necessary.
The robot connects to your PC via USB port. The Boe-Bot robot kit comes with everything needed for assembly and experimentation except four AA batteries. Supporting content and technical support available online. Made by Parallax. Ages 13 & up.
Product Specifications
- BASIC Stamp microcontroller is mounted in the unique USB Board of Education' for maximum flexibility
- High-quality brushed aluminum chassis
- Two continuous rotation servo motors drive the wheels
- Drive wheels are molded to fit precisely on the servo spline
- Rear wheel is a slider ball
- Kit includes passive components (wires, resistors, capacitors), sensors (photoresistors, bumpers, infrared sensors) and hardware (whisker touch-sensor kit) to complete the different projects
- Many mounting holes and slots may be used to add custom robotic equipment or Parallax add-ons
- Requires four AA batteries
- Supporting content and technical support available online
- System requirements: Windows 98 or higher PC, CD-ROM drive, and USB port
