LONDON, December 21, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --
Infrared Feature Allows TankBot to Follow Commands to Pick Up or Manoeuvre Around Objects
UBTECH Robotics, the company that created the cutting-edge Alpha Series of humanoid robots, today introduced TankBot, the latest addition to its line of STEM-friendly Jimu Robots for kids and teens. TankBot is the first Jimu Robot to run on tank treads for unprecedented mobility and features an infrared sensor that allows it to follow commands to detect, pick up or manoeuvre around objects. TankBot is an interactive building block system that combines learning and fun as kids build, program and share their robot creations. The Jimu Robot TankBot Kit retails for £144.95 and is exclusively available at Apple.com and in select Apple Stores.
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"TankBot is an exciting new addition to the Jimu Robot family that kids are going to love," said John Rhee, General Manager, North America, UBTECH. "Its cute and personable face and design will appeal to both boys and girls, and kids will enjoy watching TankBot move seamlessly on its tank treads. Further, users will be amazed by TankBot's ability to respond to commands as well as its ability to pick up objects. What kids will love most about TankBot, however, is knowing that they themselves are responsible for creating this robot and bringing their new friend to life."
The Jimu Robot TankBot Kit has all the parts, connectors and servo motors needed to build TankBot or your own invention. The kit includes the Jimu Robot app with step-by-step 3D instructions including zoom and 360 degree views to make building the robot easy. Once built, the app features pre-programmed actions with Blockly coding or the ability to program your own actions to make TankBot do almost anything. An in-app joystick remote also lets you control your TankBot on your iPhone, iPad and iPod touch. Additionally, the app connects users to the global Jimu community to share their creation or programming with Jimu Robot lovers around the world. The JIMU Robot app for iPhone, iPad and iPod touch is available free, exclusively on the App Store.
The Jimu Robot TankBot Kit includes:
Jimu Robots were designed to enrich children's lives and are appropriate for children over 8, and are especially strong for boys and girls 9-14. Jimu Robots were built from the ground up to specifically meet the needs of STEM (Science Technology, Engineering, Math) curriculum.
To learn more about Jimu Robot, visit jimurobots.com.
For more information on UBTECH, visit ubtrobot.com.
Social Media:
Twitter: @UBTECHRobotics
Instagram: @ubtechrobotics
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ubtechroboticsuk/
About UBTECH Robotics:
Established to provide cutting-edge technical solutions, UBTECH Robotics is a highly innovative software house, systems integrator and technology provider. The company is best known globally as the industry leader in humanoid robotics like the Alpha 1S. With its world-class robots that are interactive and enjoyable for the entire family, UBTECH Robotics allows you step away from traditional play and into a world where robots are our friends. For additional information about the company, follow UBTECH ROBOTICS on Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and at http://www.ubtrobot.com.
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