| A robot kit consists of separate electronic and | | | | types are: |
| mechanical components that can be assembled to | | | | Basic robot kit: These are simplified robot kits for |
| construct one or more types of robots. The | | | | children under the age of 10. |
| components included with a robot kit usually include | | | | Intermediary kit: Meant for robot hobbyists who have a |
| structural elements as well as mechanical parts, | | | | basic experience in developing robotic structures. |
| electromechanical components such as motors, | | | | Advanced robot kit: Technicians and skilled individuals |
| sensors and control elements and distinctly electrical | | | | who are able to use the complicated designs and |
| components such as one or more circuit boards. | | | | sophisticated tools provided in an advanced robot kit. |
| Robotic kits are great educational tools that are often | | | | Choosing a Robot Kit |
| used for developing an enthusiast’s core skills, or | | | | Here are some tips for buying a robot kit: |
| simply for the pleasure of building a semi-intelligent | | | | Complexity: The mechanical elements and |
| mechanism. | | | | programming interface defines the complexity level of |
| What Is a Robot Kit? | | | | a robot kit. Certain robot kits provide fewer input |
| Robot kit provides hands-on experience in robotic | | | | options, making the process complex. Thus, always |
| technology. Some robot kits offer a variety of tools | | | | analyze robot kits in terms of capability and ease of |
| and equipments which can be assembled to form | | | | use before purchasing. |
| robots of varying complexities. Finished models can be | | | | Previous Experience: If you are new to robots and |
| broken down into individual pieces and rebuilt into a | | | | looking to get your feet wet without too much |
| different robotic form. The more sophisticated robot | | | | disappointment, start with beginner kits. If you have |
| kits provide programmable interface to make the | | | | more experience troubleshooting and experimenting, |
| finished robot perform specific functions. Other robot | | | | try something programmable that requires more |
| kits allow users to assemble elements in a particular | | | | complex mechanical assembly. |
| way to create a single robotic design. | | | | Shape: When buying a specific shaped robot kit, |
| Robot Kit: Levels | | | | ensure that it matches your personal interest and |
| There are three levels of difficulty for robot kits, each | | | | requirements, a rolling vehicle for some may not be as |
| catering to individual buyer’s interests and level of | | | | interesting as a walking robot for others. |
| understanding of the robotic technology. The three | | | | |