Open source 3D printing robot developed successfully for STEM education
Recently, a 3D printing robot kit called QuadBot was launched on Kickstarter. The main function of the kit is to educate and inspire the makers, whether they are newcomers or experienced players in 3D printing. The QuadBot is completely open source, consisting of 3D print parts that take about 27 hours, an Arduino-based QuadBoard, servo motors, Bluetooth modules, cables and some wires. This means that after you receive and assemble the robot, you can change its code to your liking and print other custom components for it in 3D (using the original Autodesk Fusion-based design files). 3D printing robot What exactly can QuaddBot do? For beginners, it can walk, dance, illuminate, follow you, avoid obstacles and play songs. However, the crowdfunding team particularly emphasized that what is really interesting about QuadBot is that the curious maker creates something based on his own imagination. Custom QuaddBot robots with motion-directed lasers, mechanical parts inspired by Gundam Wing, and more have emerged. 3D printing robot Like any well-planned Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign, the rewards promised to supporters are divided into several categories, including a lower-priced maker kit (starting price of £123, which does not include 3D printed parts). , but with STL print files), a complete kit (£199 for everything including 3D printed parts), a full suite of Bluetooth features (£205), and greater returns including a bulk purchase discount rate and £1999 for Mystery Robot ( There is only one of them). The Arduino's QuadBoard is equipped with motor brackets, onboard battery charging, smart RGB LEDs, 5V and 3.3V external adjustment sensors and more, so you don't have to deal with complicated wiring. As the crowdfunding team said, you can even assemble the kit in two hours, so even those who are easily distracted can complete the project. In addition, there is no doubt that the Engimake team behind Quadbot spent a lot of time and effort to develop such a mature and complex device. The development of Quadbot began in 2013 with the Machester RoboTIcs Society project, which transformed from an early laser-cut iteration into a 3D printed version that we see today in this Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. . 3D printing robot Of course, the real delivery of QuadBot to creators around the world will take a long time to come. Some design changes are still under development, and it is not 100% certain that the full suite version will be 3D printed or injection molded (this is entirely up to the requirements of crowdfunding activities). Although they have tested the electronics in the prototype, when the crowdfunding campaign is successful, they have to face manufacturing-related problems. Their planned delivery deadline is April 2017. Mono Solar Panel,100W Monocrystalline Solar Panel,Tata Mono Solar Panels,90W Monocrystalline Solar Panel Zhejiang G&P New Energy Technology Co.,Ltd , https://www.solarpanelgp.com
