Robotic Lawn Mower

An ideal product for people with disabilities, busy families, or individuals who'd rather drink a Manhattan on the patio than cut the grass!

The Robomow RM400 is an automatic lawnmower that cuts the grass all by itself. It comes with an optional base station and it will depart at the pre-set scheduled days and times. At the end of each operation Robomow returns to the base station for charging until the next scheduled operation. Your lawn will be maintained even when you are away from home. The Robomow is designed to handle lawns of up to 4300 square feet. Simply set a weekly program for the days and times you want the lawn mowed and it will do it automatically for you, day after day and week after week.

The Robomower features a compact one blade mulching system and theft protection including an alarm system. A tilt sensor stops the blade immediately when Robomow is tilted. This unit is equipped with a rain sensor which will prevent it from coming out of its docking station and mowing in the rain. Dimensions: 25" long x 21" wide x 12" high. It weighs 39 lb. Mowing height is adjustable between 0.8 to 3.1 inches.

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Rovio Wi-Fi Enabled Robotic WebCam

A revolution in home exploration and telepresence, Rovio is a WiFi enabled robotic webcam that moves in any direction and can be controlled remotely. View and interact with Rovio's environment through its streaming video and audio from its built in camera.

With Rovio, you will always be just a click away from the people and places that are important to you. Rovio is the Wi-Fi equipped mobile webcam that enables you to view and interact with its environment through streaming video and audio, wherever you are! Easily control Rovio remotely 24/7 from anywhere in the world! Use any web-enabled device: PC or Mac, cell phone, smartphone, PDA or even your video game console.


The TrueTrack Navigation System allows you to use the Rovio interface to store waypoints with one click and Rovio will automatically navigate itself to the chosen point. Rovio's built-in LED headlight will help you guide it even in dimly lit locations, so you'll always know what is going on at home or at the office. No need to worry about Rovio running low on power while you're away the self-docking function allows you to send Rovio back to the charging dock to recharge (dock includes an AC power cable with US plug and UK adapter), with the click of a button on your browser. When its done charging, Rovio is ready to take its next tour.

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SumoBot Kit

If you think one robot is interesting, wait until you see two of them battling for control Sumo-style! The new SumoBot is a competition-ready robot designed within the Robot Mini-Sumo Tournament rules. This little pusher will locate and knock its opponent right out of the ring while detecting the outside circle should an escape move be necessary. Here are the design specifications:

The Mini-Sumo Tournament Rules dictate that the robots must fit within a 10 cm x 10 cm square and weigh less than 500 grams. The electronics consists of a surface-mounted BASIC Stamp 2, infrared sensors to detect your opponent and the edge of the Sumo Ring. The hardware package includes the black anodized aluminum chassis and scoop, servo motors, wheels, 4AA power pack (batteries not included) mounting standoffs and screws. The documentation takes you from basic moves to one-on-one combat.


THE SUMOBOT CAN:
* Teach you the basics of embedded control
* Compete in Sumo Bot competitions
* Avoid or seek objects using infrared light reflection
* Interface with additional digital, resistive, and frequency sensors of your choice.

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Robotic Arm Trainer Kit

Now you can manipulate the world roboticly with one of our robot arm kits. Control your robotic arm remotely or add some intelligence by connecting it to you computer. You can even add the arm to your own mobile base - these kits make it easy!
The Robotic Arm Trainer teaches basic robotic sensing and motion principles, and tests your motor skills as you build and control the arm. You can command this unit with its five-switch wired controller with corresponding lights to grab, release, lift, lower, rotate wrist, and pivot sideways 350 degrees. You can observe the dynamics of gear mechanisms through the transparent body. Five motors and five joints allow flexibility and fun! For educators, home schoolers and hobbyists.

The optional computer interface allows for dual (computer and manual) control of Robotic Arm Trainer. It features programming, saving, editing, and downloading capabilities using your USB port. Operating System: Windows XP or VISTA


Five Axes of motion: Right / Left 350 degrees; Shoulder 120 degrees; Elbow 135 degrees; Wrist rotate CW & CCW 340 degrees; Gripper Open & Close 2". Dimensions: 14" Max Length Outwards; 20" Max Height Upwards; Max Lifting Capability = 130g. No Soldering Required.

Selected by The Institute For Childhood Resources as one of the "100 Best Children's Products"!

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Physics Solar Workshop

The Physics Solar Workshop explores the topic of solar energy, focusing on photovoltaic cells. By building 12 models and conducting 30 experiments, kids will learn how solar cells transform light into electrical energy, and how motors and mechanical devices can optimize the work done by this energy.

Build 12 models, including solar-powered tractor, truck, treaded vehicle, car, elevator, drawbridge, fan, airplane, mobile crane and construction crane. The Solar Workshop demonstrates how gears can convert and transform solar power for different needs. There are 320 parts. The 64-page book offers illustrated instructions for the projects. Ages 8 and up

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6 in 1 Educational Solar Kit

The 6 in 1 Educational Solar Kit teaches children the benefits of solar energy while they create toys that are fun to play with and requires no batteries. This kit is an excellent beginner building kit designed to teach how solar power is used to drive a small motor. Children use the 33 snap together parts (no tools required) to build six different working models including an airboat, windmill, puppy, and two
It's very inexpensive for individuals or groups. Includes clear easy to follow instructions that motivate students to learn about solar energy. This is a great self-contained set of projects for boys or girls that challenges young people to be technically precise with miniature parts. It also teaches students to follow precise visual diagrams while having hours of fun experimenting with solar energy.

Assembled Size: ( L x W x H / mm):
- Airboat: 121 x 61 x 86
- Windmill: 154x 153 x239
- Puppy: 68 x 46 x 64
- Car: 70 x 54 x 34
- Plane: 154 x 61 x 94
- Revolving plane: 218 x 61 x 166

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Triple Action Solar Car Kit

Sleek, powerful, unearthly, and very cool... this futuristic solar car is an exciting way to demonstrate the use of alternative energy. It features an aerodynamic sports car design, a 4-wheel chassis, a powerful 1.4 volt, 350mA solar cell (included) and transparent plastic body that can be painted or left clear to display the car's inner mechanical construction. The steerable front axle, rear wheel and adjustable (directional/angle) solar panel mount are all independent parts, allowing for separate solar projects.

The Triple Action Solar Car kit is also convertible: (1) The two-way battery source allows for battery or solar power; (2) The kit design is an aerodynamic racer or a tractor, and; (3) It features a multi-speed transmission. This is a marvelous educational science project for ages 9 and up.

Specifications:

Body Size: 14.5 x 22.5 x 4.5cm.
Power Source:
1) Solar Cell Battery - Output Power / 1.4V - 350mA (max)
2) Dry Cell Battery - "AA" x 1 pc (not included)

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Solar F1 Race Car Kit

The Solar F1 Race car kit illustrates how the power of the sun (or a bright lamp) can be used to propel a solar racer. You can switch to a single AA battery on those cloudy days. Soldering is not required.

Comes with everything you need including motor, gearbox, solar cell, and easy to follow instructions. Requires basic hand tools to assemble. Order two and stage some real solar races!

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Solar Inch Worm Kit

This kit is a great introduction to mechanical gear and motor operation. Can be powered via solar cell or one AA battery. Power is selected by a switch. Includes all parts to build a working Solar Inch Worm. Soldering is not required.

Comes with everything you need including motor, gearbox, solar cell, and easy to follow instructions. Requires basic hand tools to assemble. Direct Sunlight is needed for solar operation. Use an AA battery for use indoors or on cloudy days.

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Solar Astronaut Kit

Learn how a solar module or single AA battery can power a walking robot. The Solar Astronaut Kit illustrates how an automatic transmission and motors work together to actuate the legs. Slide switch changes from solar to battery power. Soldering is not required.

Comes with everything you need including motor, gearbox, solar cell, and easy to follow instructions. Requires basic hand tools to assemble.

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WowWee Mr. Personality Multi Personality Robot

Mr. Personality is an amazing personal robot from Wow Wee. This innovative and interactive talking companion is more than just your average robot. Mr. Personality exudes personality in everything he does and says. Like a real life cartoon character, he can tell jokes, read your daily fortune, and even answer questions about your future. Enjoy endless hours of his company and interact with him through his multiple sensors and activity modes.

Mr. Personality full color LCD screen displays his personality with animated and synchronized facial features. Create personalities using the included companion PC software and store them directly on Mr. Personality or an external media card through the built in SD memory card slot, or simply download new personalities directly to Mr. Personality from the internet via the integrated USB connector.

Specifications: Fully-animated upper body; Three-wheeled omni-directional motion base; 7 motors; 4 IR sensors; Built-in microphone; Color LCD screen; 64 Mbyte of built in memory; Speaker; LED battery indicator; Remote controller; Requires 6 "C" size batteries (not included)

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Tribot Talking Companion Robot

Tribot is one of the latest in the line of personal robots from WowWee. This innovative talking companion is more than just your average robot -- Tribot is fresh off the robot assembly line and is ready to interact with you whether it is playing with his built-in games or telling you jokes. Remember though, he's only a young robot so he will need help from you to give him commands using the remote controller.

The Tribot features numerous sensors and built in wheel encoders that enable him to keep track of his position. The unique three wheeled Omni directional drive system lets Tribot move in any direction - even sideways. The robot features multiple activity modes and alarm modes, and driving games.

Tribot comes with a full-function remote control. The learning mode enables it to record your inputs on the remote control and then play back the exact sequence of commands.

Requires eight "AA" and three "AAA" batteries, not included. Measures 9"L x 8.5"W x 15"H.

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