Simply Stumbling
Here is a fun robot you can build with a cardboard box. Stumble-bot moves using servo controlled legs controlled by the Adafruit Crickit– A Creative Robotics & Interactive Construction Kit.
The design of this walking robot has the advantage of being very simple. As a result, it requires relatively few parts.
We Have the Technology
This project pairs CRICKIT and Circuit Playground Express with two servo motors.
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Circuit Playground Express
Circuit Playground Express is the perfect introduction to electronics and programming
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Adafruit CRICKIT for Circuit Playground Express
Creative Robotics and Interactive Construction Kit is an add-on to our popular Circuit Playground Express that lets you #MakeRobotFriend using CircuitPython
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TowerPro SG-5010 Servo
High-torque standard servo can rotate approximately 180 degrees (90 in each direction)
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Micro servo
This little servo can rotate approximately 180 degrees (90 in each direction). Works just like standard servos you're used to but smaller.
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3 x AA Battery Holder with On/Off Switch
This battery holder connects 3 AA batteries together in series for powering all kinds of projects.
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Male DC Power adapter - 2.1mm plug to screw terminal block
If you need to connect a battery pack or wired power supply to a board that has a DC jack - this adapter will come in very handy!
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Alkaline AA batteries - 3 pack
These batteries are good quality at a good price, and work fantastic with any of the kits or projects that use AAs.
Other Supplies
In addition to the electronics, you will need the following essentials:
- A flat box
- Scissors (or X-acto knife)
- Double sided tape
- Hot glue
- Screwdriver
Optionally, you may want to include popsicle sticks and some googly eyes along with the rest of your supplies.
