{"product_id":"skitter","title":"Skitter","description":"\u003cp\u003eBuild a walking robot bug, learn how robots move, and steer it anywhere.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMeet Skitter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBuild a walking robot\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkitter is a robot bug you build yourself: motors, circuit board, casing and four legs. No soldering and no experience needed. The screwdriver is in the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWalks on four real legs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo motors, one for each side, power Skitter's legs and cross bars. The result is a bug that scuttles forward and backward and spins in place to change direction. Wheels are easy. Legs are engineering!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLearn how robots walk\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhy do more legs make a robot more stable? The booklet explores walking robots, from Leonardo da Vinci's robot knight to Spot, the robot dog by Boston Dynamics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOne controller, two robots\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe controller you build is universal. Use it to steer Skitter or Dashy, our DIY race car. Already have a Dashy? Its controller runs Skitter too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSkitter PCB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eReceiver module\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMotors x2\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBattery holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eScrews\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSkitter casing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSkitter body and legs\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eController casing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eController PCB\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTransmitter module\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBatteries not included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Skitter needs 3 alkaline AAA batteries (LR03, 1.5 V) and the controller needs 1 CR2032 coin battery (3 V).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is CircuitMess Skitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCircuitMess Skitter is a DIY kit for building a walking robot bug and its remote controller. You put together the motors, circuit board, radio receiver, chassis and legs yourself. When you finish, you have a real robot that walks where you steer it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat will I learn by building Skitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou'll learn how walking robots move: how two motors turn into leg motion, how the controller sends radio signals, and how Skitter's circuit board understands them. The booklet adds the history of walking robots and radio control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat age range is Skitter suitable for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSkitter is made for ages 7+ and for first-time builders. Kids should build with an adult nearby, and younger builders may need help with the screwdriver and small parts. Not suitable for children under 3.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need any prior experience to build Skitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Skitter is designed for complete beginners, so you don't need to be a \"tech genius\". Follow the illustrated steps and you'll soon be holding a working robot you built all by yourself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat tools are included\/required?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything you need to build Skitter is in the box, including a screwdriver. No soldering is needed. The only thing you have to add is batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long does it take to build Skitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost first-time builders finish Skitter and its controller in about 45 minutes. That's one sitting, and then it's race time!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I program Skitter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, and that's on purpose. Skitter is all about building and movement: real electronics, real mechanics and instant play. When you're ready to code, Bit 2.0 and Codee 2.0 are the perfect next step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I control both Skitter and Dashy with the same controller?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes! The controller you build is universal. It steers Skitter and Dashy, our DIY race car. It works the other way too: a Dashy controller runs Skitter. Just press the pairing button on the one you want to drive. One at a time, just switch by pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CircuitMess Marketplaces","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68020569899321,"sku":"CM-SKITTER","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0064\/5686\/8948\/files\/Skitter_Gallery_01.webp?v=1794151572","url":"https:\/\/fandomcomicshop.com\/products\/skitter","provider":"Fandom Comic Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}