Thames and Kosmos Smart Machines

Item #: 2014123

Ships Directly from Manufacturer Typically Within 2-4 Weeks - Lead Times Vary

The 8 clever robotic designs in this kit are just the warmup to the endless motorized possibilities with the 231 included pieces.

About This Item

Description

This kit gives kids a simple and customizable introduction to robotics. Build 8 motorized machines controlled by an easy, visual coding and programming app on a tablet or smartphone which connects to the robot models via a wireless Bluetooth connection. Includes a full-color, 64-page step-by-step illustrated manual helps kids assemble all of the models and teaches them about robotics in the real world. Requires a tablet or smartphone running iOS or Android. iOS devices must support Bluetooth 4.0 and must be running iOS 8.0 or later (such as iPad 3 or later, iPad mini, iPhone 4S or later, and iPod touch 5 or later). Android devices must support Bluetooth 4.0 and must be running Android 4.4 or later.

Features

Build a bipedal robot that walks forward on two legs and pivots to avoid obstacles in its path
Program the beetle robot to move backwards or forwards in response to an obstacle or open and close its pincers
Construct a funny crocodile model that wags its tail if no object is in sight, but then opens its giant jaws when an object approaches
With an additional smartphone or tablet, you can even hack together a cute little spy bot that roams around and streams video back to the tablet screen

Includes:

98 Pins
8 Plugs
50 Rods
5 Frames
4 Motor Shafts
5 Axles
18 Converters
18 Gears
1 Each Worm Gear
Crank Bar
Motor
Ultrasonic Sensor
Battery Box Unit
2 O-rings
2 Pulleys
6 Body Plates
2 Legs
6 Connectors
5 Tubes
2 Jaws
2 Flexible Shafts

Specifications

Allergens: Contains No Allergens

Certifications: Not Applicable

Grade Level: Elementary-Middle School

Safety:

No Choking Hazard

SUOM Description: Each

Brand Name: Thames And Kosmos

Description: Smart Machines

Number Of Batteries: 3

Thames and Kosmos Smart Machines