{"product_id":"thames-kosmos-robotics-smart-machines-science-kit","title":"Thames \u0026 Kosmos Robotics: Smart Machines Science Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRobotics: Smart Machines: Build, Code and Explore with Robots, Ages 8+\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild a robot, give it instructions and see how it responds to the world around it. Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos Robotics: Smart Machines introduces physics, engineering and computer science through eight motorised models. With 230 building pieces, an ultrasonic sensor and a visual programming app, young engineers can explore how construction and code work together, then create robot designs of their own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e230 building pieces for the robot projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMotorised components and an ultrasonic sensor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA full-colour, 64-page illustrated manual with step-by-step model-building guidance and information about real-world robotics.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe models are programmed using the Robotics Smart Machines app on a compatible iOS or Android smartphone or tablet, connected to the robot via Bluetooth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Kids (and Parents) Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEight ways to get building:\u003c\/strong\u003e projects include a two-legged humanoid, stag beetle, crocodile, spy-bot, dual-rotor drone model, robo-dog and robo-dino.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMake code do something visible:\u003c\/strong\u003e program motor timing, power levels and direction using a visual interface.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExplore a robot's senses:\u003c\/strong\u003e the ultrasonic sensor sends out sound waves and interprets returning echoes to detect objects. Use that feedback to program responses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGive each model its own behaviour:\u003c\/strong\u003e build a humanoid that walks and pivots to avoid obstacles, a beetle that moves forwards or backwards and opens and closes its pincers, or a crocodile that wags its tail until an approaching object triggers its jaws.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTry different mechanisms:\u003c\/strong\u003e the dual-rotor drone model rotates its rotor blades through 90 degrees.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep creating:\u003c\/strong\u003e after exploring the guided models, use the pieces and programming tools to develop your own robots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGood to Know Before You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for ages 8 and up.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA compatible iOS or Android smartphone or tablet and the Robotics Smart Machines app are required. Check current app availability and device requirements before buying; the source product information dates this kit to 2015.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires three AA batteries. The supplied description does not confirm whether batteries are included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe spy-bot video-streaming activity uses an additional smartphone and tablet; do not assume a camera is built into the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe drone project is described as a model with moving rotors, not a flying drone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe kit offers eight builds, but the source does not confirm that all can be assembled simultaneously.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFollow the manual's assembly, operating and safety guidance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobotics Smart Machines app links\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thamesandkosmos.com\/images\/rsmappicon.jpg\" alt=\"rsmappicon\" title=\"Robotics: Smart Machines 3 620375\"\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/itunes.apple.com\/us\/app\/robotics-smart-machines\/id998947235?mt=8\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thamesandkosmos.com\/images\/applestore.jpg\" alt=\"applestore\" width=\"125\" height=\"38\" title=\"Robotics: Smart Machines 4 620375\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.kosmos.robotics\u0026amp;hl=en\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/thamesandkosmos.com\/images\/googleplay.jpg\" alt=\"googleplay\" width=\"125\" height=\"38\" title=\"Robotics: Smart Machines 5 620375\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nWxkCGyjEEA?si=PVX6l-8cjVORP8Hv\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat age is Robotics: Smart Machines suitable for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is recommended for ages 8 and up, introducing robotics through construction, visual programming and sensor-based experiments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow many models can we build?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe manual guides eight motorised builds. Named examples include a humanoid, stag beetle, crocodile, spy-bot, dual-rotor drone model, robo-dog and robo-dino. You can also explore your own designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do you program the robots?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse the visual programming app on a compatible smartphone or tablet. A wireless Bluetooth connection sends instructions to the model, letting you control its motors and program reactions to sensor feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat does the ultrasonic sensor do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt works on a principle similar to sonar: sound waves bounce off objects and return as echoes, allowing the sensor to detect objects in its path. Your program can use that information to change the robot's behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo we need a phone, tablet or batteries?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. A compatible iOS or Android smartphone or tablet is required for programming, and the kit requires three AA batteries. Check current app compatibility and whether batteries are supplied before purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the spy-bot have a camera, and does the drone fly?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe source describes a video-streaming spy-bot activity using an additional smartphone and tablet, rather than a supplied robot camera. The drone is described as a model with moving rotor blades; flight is not stated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho makes it, and is there a building guide?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit is from Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos. A 64-page, full-colour illustrated manual explains model assembly and introduces robotics in the real world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thames \u0026amp; Kosmos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Robotics: Smart Machines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended age:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8+ years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModels\/experiments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilding pieces:\u003c\/strong\u003e 230.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSensor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ultrasonic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProgramming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Visual app for compatible iOS or Android devices.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bluetooth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64 full-colour illustrated pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListed product dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 42.7 × 29.2 × 8.1 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eListed product weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.36 kg.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 21 × 29.2 cm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatteries required:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three AA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Taiwan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2015.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Thames Kosmos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63386513670225,"sku":null,"price":241.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/1737\/7873\/files\/thames-kosmos-robotics-smart-machines-science-kit-8529671.jpg?v=1793735709","url":"https:\/\/curiouskidzz.com.au\/products\/thames-kosmos-robotics-smart-machines-science-kit","provider":"CuriousKidzz","version":"1.0","type":"link"}