The SparkFun Inventor’s Kit for RedBot is a great way to get started with two motor robotics and sensor integration using the Arduino programming language. The SIK for RedBot includes everything you need to complete nine circuits that will teach you how to drive your RedBot, have it follow lines, control it remotely, and more. This kit doesn’t require previous programming or electronics experience but it is recommended that you possess an understanding of or desire to learn about robotics. The SparkFun RedBot is a great way to get your feet wet in the world of robotics. However, once you have assembled your RedBot, you may be at a loss as to where to go from there. The on-line SIK for RedBot Digital Guide (in the Documents section below) contains step by step instructions of how to connect each circuit and assemble the kit into a full-fledged robot with all of the included parts. Full example code is provided and explained and even includes troubleshooting tips if something goes wrong. Once you’ve mastered each experiment, you can take what you’ve learned and apply it to creating your own robot platform. The kit does not require any soldering and is recommended for anyone curious about robotics or if you have used the original SparkFun Inventor’s Kit and are looking for the next step in programming education. Circuit Examples: Circuit 1: Software Install and Basic Test Circuit 2: Drive Forward Circuit 3: Turning Circuit 4: Push to Start & Making Sounds Circuit 5: Bumpers Circuit 6: Line Following with IR Sensors Circuit 7: Encoder Circuit 8: Accelerometer Circuit 9: Remote Control Kit Includes: 1x SparkFun RedBot Mainboard 1x Shadow Chassis 1x SparkFun RedBot Sensor - Accelerometer 2x SparkFun RedBot Sensor - Mechanical Bumper 3x SparkFun RedBot Sensor - Line Follower 1x SparkFun RedBot Buzzer 2x Hobby Gearmotor - 140 RPM 2x Wheel - 65mm (Rubber Tire) 1x Wheel Encoder Kit 5x Jumper Wire - 3-pin, 6" 1x SparkFun USB Mini-B Cable - 6 Foot 1x SparkFun Mini Screwdriver 4x AA Alkaline Battery - 1500 mAh Documents: Schematics: RedBot Mainboard Accelerometer Mechanical Bumper Line Follower Buzzer Eagle Files RedBot Arduino Library
