Enter Tree of Knowledge Robotics Science Kit!
Join forces with the world of robotics and assemble 3 fantastic robots.
One robot detects objects using infra red rays, the wake-up robot is sensitive to light and the third robot is operated by any TV remote control.
A separate circuit and body are supplied for each robot: just fix the selected circuit onto the robot base and add the corresponding transparent body.
Near the Rainbow Bridge, on the man-made peninsula of Odaiba, a “life size” rendition of a Gundam robot will stand guard as a representative member of the influential “Mobile Suit Gundam” television series, which this year is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The eighteen-meter-high armored figure, replicated right down to its double-nozzle jet pack, sits as the centerpiece of the Green Tokyo Gundam Project, an event that intends to raise funds for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s push for a more environmentally friendly future.
Along with its numerous off-shoots and films, the sci-fi animation is set in an uncertain period of conflict in which robot vehicles, or “mobile suits,” are captained by children and used as weapons.
“The theme of ‘Mobile Suit Gundam’ contains a passion for the environment that matches with Tokyo’s plan to expand the city’s green areas,” says Yasuo Miyakawa, managing director of the Gundam Character Works department at Sunrise Animation, the program’s creator. “From its beginning, the series told of a time when tension existed between people on earth and those who migrated to outer space as a result of the planet not being able to accept further population growth following environmental degradation and damage incurred by industrialization.”
Organizers are expecting 1.5 million visitors to arrive at Shinagawa Ward’s Shiokaze Park through the end of August to view (free of charge) the thirty-five-ton fabrication of fiberglass and steel up close and mingle at the surrounding booths and stalls selling robot models and t-shirts. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the Green Tokyo Fundraising Campaign, an organization which will utilize the 800 million yen it hopes to collect by 2010 for such activities as the planting of roadside trees and establishment of lawns within schools.
The statue itself stands about 59 feet (18 meters) tall and is said to be a life-size replica of the same robot from the popular Japanese anime. The head of the robotic statue can twist back and forth, and move up and down. Steam is periodically released from vents on the body. The statue also lights up at night, making it ominously seem as if it is guarding over the city.
The statue will officially be on display in Shiokaze Park in Odaiba, Tokyo until August 31st. An exhibition tent, official souvenir shop, and food and drink stands are available during this time.
Have you every wondered exactly what your cat or dog gets up to when you’re not home?
WowWee Robotics, the pioneering company behind Robosapien, gives you its new WiFi-enabled, remotely-controlled robotic webcam platform.
Known as WowWee Rovio Wi-Fi - the 3-wheeled telepresence allows you to interact with its environment, surveying the home or office remotely through streaming video and audio transmitted via the Internet to your cell phone, PC or video game console. Video is captured through a built-in camera and NorthStar smart navigation boosts the units ability to act autonomously.
Working like a micro-GPS system, the NorthStar navigation and positioning system enables the WowWee Rovio Wi-Fi robot to know where it is, locate the position of other objects, and accurately navigate through its environment under its own control.
Got an iPhone? Enter “Rovio Driver” the new application available from Bertrand Leroy on the iPhone App Store.
With a quick download and a few settings, you’ll be up and running in no time.
The free app adds head position / rotation controls and the camera view appears to be much larger than the standard version.
The WowWee Rovio Wi-Fi is now US $ 315,17 (and that’s 10% off its regular price!)
Let’s face it, when it comes to humanize robots smooth-walking, sleek-talking and obstacle avoidance ability are the most requested features.
But now think again: what’ more human than a robot that’s able to learn your own insults and talk nasty (and we mean nasty) when hitting objects (just like us, by the way)?
The Insultabotz creeps forward with its six insect-like legs and will avoid objects in its way. It can detect objects with its infrared eye and move accordingly, and while it does so, it insults you!
The Insultabotz robot comes with a re-recordable voice chip that allows you to pre-record any message or multiple messages (up to 15 seconds) and Insultabotz will repeat them in sequence every time it comes to an obstacle. Of course, they do not have to be insulting messages-but Insultabotz is not shy about giving you a piece of your own mind.
Warning! Remember that not only can your parents hear what Insultabotz says, they can record messages on Insultabotz as well.
So, listen carefully, the insult you hear may not be your own.
For ages 14 and up.
Batteries (and insults book) not included.
Insultabotz price is now US $ 69.99 (and that’s 30% off the regular price), so you won’t insult your credit card!
Update: Jun 21st it’s Father’s Day! Don’t you dare giving your dad such a threat a gift !
According to the Tomy i-Sobot website, this is the world’s smallest humanoid robot in production, as per Guiness World Records. With 17 servos and only 6-1/2″ high, it could be.
And I should be one to talk about the “smallest”.
The Tomy I-SOBOT stands a mere 6-1/2 inches tall. The articulated joints give the i-Sobot an incredible range of motion. And, it’s fun to pose.
>The Tomy I-SOBOT requires 3xAAA batteries, and Tomy has included rechargeable NiMH Sanyo Eneloop batteries. The remote takes AA batteries (not included). Tomy says it should run for 60 minutes under normal use.
When you power it on, the i-Sobot stands upright. A green “eye” lights up. A blue side-light on the side of the head can be turned on and off separately.
There are two switches on the back. One is for power, the other is a channel selector. The remote control is infrared, and the IR sensor is on the robot’s shoulder.
Tomy I-SOBOT is powered by 17 customs developed servo-motors and 19 integrated circuit chips. He features a built-in gyro sensor and comes fully assembled, ready for action. He can be controlled in a variety of ways: by pre-programmed actions, user programmed actions (done easily with the LCD remote control), or by real-time remote control or voice commands.
Revision3’s Systm is one of my favorite WebTV sites!
Their talks are always thought-provoking.
In this episode, they turned on a microcontroller-based project aimed at signal, via a servo motor, incoming mail on a Gmail account.
It’s good starting point for microcontroller beginners, servos integration with open source languages (Python in this case) and a lot more.
As their own forum users abundantly highlighted though, the video talk falls short when it comes to talk about software writing.
Instead, there’s a long survey of different microcontrollers: Parallax Stamp (I’ve used a Basic Stamp back in 1999 and really enjoyed it), Arduino microcontrollers (a proudly italian product) and a few more just like the Kosmos Microcontroller Kit.
We love toys, we love robots, we love technostuff that moves and so on.
But this is another thing.
It’s the Revell Vexplorer!
Revell Vexplorer is the ideal robot kit for the novice builder. Complete with detailed step-by-step plans, this almost-ready-to-run kit comes with pre-assembled modules making it quick and easy to build. Best of all, your robot is compatible with VEX Motion and Structure parts allowing you to expand and grow your robot.
The Revell Vexplorer comes in a huge well-protected package with a carrying handle. You won’t miss this box on the shelf or under the Christmas tree! Inside the box is a huge styrofoam tray that has each of the pre-assembled modules as well as the compulsory bag of parts needed to finish the assembly.
The foundation of this project is the lower hull that consists of pre-formed and pre-holed aluminum C-channels. The workmanship is excellent. Two of the C-channels are pre-installed on the drive systems (actually serving as the mounts for the axles, motor and drive gears.
But it’s much More Than A Toy!
With more than 300 parts, the Revell Vexplorer allows users to create, experiment, and play with endless combinations of radio-controlled robotic activity. Designed by Revell Monogram, this robotic design system is endorsed by such prestigious organizations as NASA, Carnegie Mellon, and FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology). Young and old electronics and robot enthusiasts will have a blast learning about robotic configuration through hands-on experience. In less than an hour, users can construct their very own robot. Compatible with the entire Vex system, the Vexplorer can be easily expanded using optional Vex accessories and mechanical parts from other Vex machines.
More than a mere toy, the Revell Vexplorer boasts its own built-in spy camera, transmitting live color pictures with sound to any standard television. Utilizing a camera receiver module box, it broadcasts video over distances up to 150 feet. The Vexplorer also makes lifting and moving objects around both fun and challenging. The claw is strong enough to pick up a full 12-ounce can, yet delicate enough to handle a bird’s feather. By simply keeping the claw control held down, the sensitive, soft plastic grip material keeps things clenched. Setting a can of soda back down without dropping it is another story — that takes practice.
Built with a sturdy, metal base, arm, and arm support, the Revell Vexplorer can stand up to its share of wear and tear. It operates with many metal and durable plastic pieces, including four motors and 24 gears, as well as cables, harnesses, tools, screws, nuts, bolts, and more. The six rubber-like plastic tires with tread grips make for easy rolling over most even surfaces. However, getting over some bumps can prove frustrating, if not outright impossible at times.
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Near the Rainbow Bridge, on the man-made peninsula of Odaiba, a “life size” rendition of a Gundam robot will stand guard as a representative member of the influential “Mobile Suit Gundam” television series, which this year is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The eighteen-meter-high armored figure, replicated right down to its double-nozzle jet pack, sits as the centerpiece of the Green Tokyo Gundam Project, an event that intends to raise funds for the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s push for a more environmentally friendly future.
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