Servo - August 2010

the fun begins. When it detects sounds, it will move and repeat the following steps sequentially: Start (move forward), Stop, Left Turn, Stop, Right Turn, Stop. These kits offer an introduction for students to electronics and gives them an interesting novelty once they are done. It comes complete with detailed instructions and is recommended for ages 12 and up. It uses two AA batteries (not included) and one 9V battery (not included). It measures 3. 5 x 4. 9 x 3. 9” and is priced at $23.95.

Ramsey’s Ladybug Robot walks on six legs and uses infrared emitting diodes for “eyes” in order to avoid obstacles. The bot will walk straight ahead until it “sees” an obstacle.

Then, it automatically makes a left turn and goes along its way. It comes complete with detailed instructions and is powered by four AAA batteries (not included). It measures 4. 7 x 5. 9 x 3. 3” (feelers length: 1.6”) and is priced at $29.95.

For further information, please contact: • Delay time: 80 and 200 ms.

QKITS

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PLATFORMS

Ramsey Kits

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Digital Echo Chamber Kit

QKits now has a digital echo chamber kit that can be used for various animatronics projects, audio systems, karaoke, P.A. toys, or just for fun.

Nomad Heavy Duty Rover

CrustCrawler has also released their new Nomad Heavy Duty Wheeled Rover. At 18"

( 45. 72 cm) x 14" ( 35. 56 cm) x 4" ( 10. 16 cm), the Nomad HD rover can carry everything from laptops to any assortment of custom electronics, batteries, and hardware accessories. The Nomad also features Parallax's wheel kit with all aluminum wheels and inflatable treaded tires; a "robotic arm deck" which accepts CrustCrawler's SG5-UT, SG6-UT, and AX12 smart robotic arms; and the S3 Tilt/Pan system for cameras and a variety of sensors. Machined from .063, .090, and . 25" solid aluminum, the rovers can heft a payload capacity at more than 10 pounds.