Poppy Ergo Jr: Educational Robotic Arm
Source: Poppy Project
A low-cost, 3D printed robotic arm designed specifically for education. Access the open-source designs and use visual programming (Snap!) or Python to control it.
Categorisation
Stage 3: Architect (11-13+)Algorithmic & Procedural ThinkingPattern Recognition & Data AnalysisTabletop & Physical PropsScreen-Assisted / HybridRoboticsCoding Activity
Props & Materials Required
- •Raspberry Pi
- •3D printed structural parts
- •6x Dynamixel XL-320 motors
Why It Works & Notes
Parent Note:
Uses smart serial motors (Dynamixel) rather than standard PWM servos, introducing students to professional robotics hardware.