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How does the robot move and talk?

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Not all robots talk. It moves because the electromagnetic radio waves on the transmitter communicate with the receiver to move the servos.

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Can I make solar-powered robotic cars?

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Yes you can make that but instead of a battery pack, use a mini-sized solar panel.

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Where can I buy parts to build my robot with?

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Try your local hardware store. You can also find parts in your local electronics or hobby store as well. If you need to buy the parts online, search for websites that sell hardware, electronics, or hobby supplies.

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How do you make its wheels?

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Wheels are another part of a robot. You can buy these in same way as other parts. Alternatively, you can make them from plastic, metal or wood by yourself using a machine that can cut through source material, for example CNC. Or, print them using 3D printers.

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After servo motor, what are all the materials needed?

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After servo motor you will need batteries, a battery holder, receiver, and a transmitter.

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Where can I order parts to build a robot?

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There many places to find components to build a robot. Examples are hardware shops, electronic shops, and websites.

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Can I use another motor, besides the HiTec- HS 311?

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Yes. You can use whatever servo motor you want--just make sure that it is good and works well.

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How does it pick up objects?

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You will have to create a mechanism such as a hand that can grab objects. This will require mini motors and a couple of more channels.

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What kind of batteries do you need?

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It depends on your battery pack. Some are AAA so you will need that and some are AA so you will need those, and so on.

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How can I make a robot or object go airborne?

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You will have to attach a propeller to another DC motor. You may have to attach an additional switch for that too.

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How can I connect the motor to the remote?

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Use a receiver on the motor.

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What is a chassis?

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Chassis is the body. For example, the chassis of a car is the skeleton of the car.

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Is it necessary to use a servo motor instead of an ordinary gear motor?

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No, but if you're going to build a robot with simple-geared motors, then you're going to need to add motor drivers to it.

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How do I make a remote for the robot?

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The robot here is designed to work with a standard 6 channel or 4 channel remote. You can get one of these for as little as £20.

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What if you don't know anything about robotics but you want to build robots and learn about them?

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You could find yourself a kit with instructions. Look on Amazon.

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Can't we use a pair of legs apart from wheels?

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Yes, but it would be harder, because, just like adding the claw, you would need a lot more channels and mini motors.

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Can I get this stuff from old computers or electronics?

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Yes, you should be able to.

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How does a receiver and transmitter work?

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A transmitter transmits radio waves which are picked up by the receiver. The radio waves can carry information or instructions which the receiver picks up, and the information can be presented or instructions can be carried out by any device connected to the receiver.

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Where can I buy arms for the robot?

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You have to make them yourself with plastic and motors and wires, which you could get at a hobby or electronics store.

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Could I use an app to control a remote controlled robot?

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You could do that. You could build your own app or find an appropriate one for you robot.

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How do I make a robot with bulldozer wheels?

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Buy or make whatever bulldozer wheels you want to put on, and keep in mind that they must be 3-5 inches in diameter, not too heavy and able to fit into the servo motor.

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What batteries do I need for a remote-controlled robot?

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You will need AA batteries or AAA batteries, depending on the size and voltage of the battery holder.

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Is it possible for me to build a robot by myself?

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Yes, because there are lots of videos on YouTube about robots and you will already know all of the simple elements of a machine.

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How many servo motors will I need for a robot with 4 wheels?

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The only wheels that need propulsion are the back ones, as the front wheels are typically used for turning the robot.

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What is the average cost to build this robot?

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It says what the parts cost in the "Things You'll Need" section; around $80.

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How do I build and program my robot?

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You can build it with the instructions above, and use a program wire to program it. If you have a robot building kit you will have to follow the instructions provided with it.

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