variAnt walks and behaves almost like its natural counterpart. Its innovative and compact walking mechanism is powered by high-quality micro gear motors. The autonomous robot ant explores its entire surroundings using 12 analog sensors. This allows it to detect obstacles, markings, movement, or light sources based on the slightest differences in brightness.

The control unit in the rear, equipped with a Nano board, offers a wide range of flexible connection options in combination with the breadboard in the head. After the exciting assembly, pre-made and expandable code modules provide an easy and fast introduction to Arduino programming, leading to initial experiments with artificial intelligence.

Programmable robot ant kit

• compatible with the Arduino IDE
• patented mechanics & sensor technology

Features of variAnt

• 24 high-quality acrylic parts
• 12 variable environmental sensors
• 2 reed sensors for counting steps
• 2 freely programmable buttons
• 8 freely usable digital I/Os
• 15 pluggable status LEDs

Dimensions: 25 x 22.5 x 9 cm (L x W x H)
Weight: 210 / 232 g (without/with battery)

Specifications:

• Contents: 345 parts
• Age: from 14 years
• Assembly time: approx. 6-8 hours (no soldering required)
• Instructions: Construction and programming instructions for download
• Required tools: PC or tablet, Micro-USB and USB-C cable, flat-nose pliers, side cutters, utility knife, permanent marker

The kit is supplied with a USB-rechargeable 9 V Li-Ion battery that powers the robot ant for at least 5 hours.

Developed and packaged in Germany
Components manufactured in China

Scope of delivery:

• 1* variAnt - Robot Kit