My son is 14 years old and we are looking for a reasonably priced robot kit (say $100 - $200).
He says he does not just want to put the thing together but he wants a kit that allows him to "program" the robot.
He is very interested in robotics but is basically a beginner. He can program a computer in C++ and he can handle a soldering iron.
Thanks!
You should check out the new Scribbler Robot from Parallax.
-RF
Check out the Boe Bot..
Received an email from Parallax yesterday and they are giving away a Scribbler with every Serial Boe Bot...good deal (unless you need a USB version of the Boe Bot).
I second Win's recommendation. IMHO, the Boe Bot is the way to go! I have two of them little guys, sweet. As Win said, you get a free scribbler robot with it's purchase (serial port only with the offer).
Lots of fun and learning...
ChiBots has a beginners kit available that would be appropriate:
While you got some really good replys, You might check out the Lego Mindstorms. Some may think it is to much of a toy but there is a lot of online support and information about the kit (Mostly from hobbists).
While I think it is a bit costly for what the programable brick is, it still has a lot to offer.
Scott
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