Elenco Space Nine

The Elenco Space Nine is an eight-legged alien explorer with the capability to walk on moon like surfaces. The wireless infrared remote makes the first and third legs move with the second and fourth leg on the opposite side. With the ability to turn left; right and cross rocks the Elenco Space Nine will provide hours of fun and learning.  

Jules Poincare

“It is through science that we prove, but through intuition that we discover.”  Jules Poincare

The Elenco ® Titan Tank Robot

The Elenco ® Titan Tank Robot is a wireless robot that assembly that requires no soldering and teaches the basics of mechanics. The infrared control robot kit has a microprocessor that provides 4 different channels that allow the Titan Tanks to fight each other at the same time. The Titan Tank has a ability to shoot its opponent with 8 different shots and will notify its user by turning 360 degrees and making a siren sound when hit. With the use of 6 wheels the Titan Tank is able to move forward, backward, right and left for a total of 8 movements which provide endless fun and imagination.

Did You Know...

Did you know that in 1959 MIT established its first Artificial Intelligence Laboratory? Marvin Minsky and John McCarthy are credited for the opening of the laboratory. 

The OWI Soccer Jr. Robot

The Soccer Jr. Robot by OWI is an award winning robot used to catch and shoot a ball (included). A third motor has be added to power the six operational legs, a retrieving and kicking mechanism, and wired controller to activate movement, and ball control. With easy to follow, step-by-step instructions allow you to build this exciting interactive robot.

For ages 10+ this robot will provide hours of fun playing games, tournaments or surprise friends with great moves. Helping to develop hand/eye coordination our highly acclaimed set of instructions allows you to learn and explore.

 

 

Midwestern Robotics offers robot toys in Minnesota including the Soccer Jr. Robot by OWI.

 

 

 

 

 

Minnesota First

"To transform our culture by creating a world where science and technology are celebrated and where young people dream of becoming science and technology leaders."

Dean Kamen, Founder

FIRST is an organization founded to inspire our countries youth to be leader in science and technology by providing mentor-based programs that allow children to explore science, technology and engineering. FIRST helps foster a sense of pride, confidence, communication and leadership.

The FIRST Robotics Competition challenges teams to solve a common problem within six weeks with using a standard parts kit and a general set of rules. The robots will be entered into a series of competitions. The first competition was held in 1992 at a New Hampshire high school gym and now involves more than 2,300 teams competing in more than 50 Regional, District and State events.

Find Minnesota First Robotics news at:  http://www.mnfirstregional.org/mshsl

iBotz Hydrazoid Robot Kit

The iBotzHydrazoid Robot Kit is a wonderful little robot that uses basic hand tools to provide a fun learning experience for your little engineer. This unique robot features an adjustable sound sensor that prompts the robot to walk for 15 seconds and fiber-optic antennas that gives the robot an alien appearance. 

 

 

 

 

For Robot Kits in Minnesota visit Midwestern Robotics