Science

Use your imagination and create a remote control robot that will perform various actions such as grabbing, scooping up, lifting, carrying, and more Construct an arm type robot that can grab onto an object, lift it, then let it go. Or construct a shovel type robot where the crank arm moves the shovel to scoop up, lift, and drop multiple objects at one time. Or construct a bucket type where the crank revolution is transformed into bucket opening/closing actions via the .....
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This craft project is designed to illustrate by doing the many methods of using motor power to activate a model, and teach the fundamentals of mechanics used in transportation. Twin motor and 4-speed crank axle gearbox. 3-channel remote control unit is used to move the crawler forward, backward, left and right. Universal plate/arm. Cross large obstacles by raising the front 2 track units (they raise approximately 80 degrees). Travel accross rough and uneven terrain by .....
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You can paint or design your own style the Snail's plastic body.. The 21st century is said to be the age of robotics. Tamiya explores this new trend with the release of an assembly robot snail. The Line Tracing Snail uses a special LED sensor to detect a black line (magic marker, etc.) drawn on a white background. It uses two small motors and rubber tires to slowly but surely move forward and turn. The body of the snail is made of transparent (HIPS) plastic to allow viewing .....
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This is designed for experimenters with limited experience in assembling mechanical kits. Built with durable transparent purple plastic body parts, a pre-soldered electronic circuit board and motor. Moves like a live animal via turning and stopping motors on its right and left sides. Equipped with a photosensor, which can be used to read and follow a black line. It'll change direction if it runs into any obstacle. Adjustable three-speed gearbox. Vinyl grooved tires. .....
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.. This prehistoric giant is recreated in a fun and easy-to-build kit. The gear box is prebuilt. The combination of crank arm and link rod make the well-balanced walking motion possible, while also moving its head and tail. The body parts are madefrom precut wood with pre-drilled holes for flawless assembly. . .....
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Power from the rotating motor is transferred to the legs via crank plates to make the tiger walk. 2 possible gear ratios coupled with 4 different strides let you choose 8 different speeds. A reverse switch also allows backward movement. Gearbox, motor and reverse switch. Tamiya now presents the Mechanical Tiger as its next addition to the Robocraft Series. Power from the rotating motor is transferred to the legs via crank plates to make the tiger walk. Tiger's body parts .....
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Changing the position of the tail allows the kangaroo to keep balance during high-speed running and enables it to change direction. Putting the tail straight will make the kangaroo go straight but setting it to the right/left will make the kangaroo turn to the right/left.. 2 gears (high speed and low speed) . Motor and reverse switch . Screwdriver for assembly. Tamiya presents the robot replica of the beloved kangaroo from Australia. This amazing kangaroo-robot jumps by .....
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Gearbox, motor, reverse switch. This is a 4-leg walking-type Mechanical Giraffe. Motor rotating power is transferred to the legs via crank plates to make the Giraffe walk. The long neck and legs, which have been specially molded to replicate the unique motifs of the actual giraffe, and body on which the gearbox is mounted employ transparent-colored parts, giving the giraffe a funky look. Reverse switch is also transparent, giving you a peek at the giraffe's internal .....
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This kit is from the Jr. Science Series which is designed for the first time experimenters with little or no experience at all. Powered by a mini solor cell, this worm will demonstrate alternative energy principles. Mechanical movements that simulate the movements of a real worm. High density plastic parts. Easy-to-assemble with no batteries and tools required! Illustrated assembly guide. (1) Solar Model. The Attacking Inch Worm is a Mini Solar Robot Kit by OWI Suitable .....
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FA-130 Motor. Suction cup. Rudder. One sided tape. Plastic disk (for sticking suction cup onto). Screws . The Submarine Motor features a suction cup (123mm diameter), which can be attached to containers, such as plastic bottles or under the hulls of watercraft models. Rudder can be set for auto-steering. . .....
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This set can be assembled for 1 of 4 different gear ratios; 12. 7; 1, 38. 2;1, 114. 7;1, 344. 2;1 Hexagonal shaft. Motor cover and crank arm. Durably molded gear box case, gears and pinion gears. FA-130 type motor included with a torque of 3V. Detailed assembly guide. (1) Single Gear Box. Assemble a Single Gearbox (4 Speed) with this Educational Construction Kit from the Tamiya GeniuSeries Suitable for Ages 10 & .....
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.. This is a fun and challenging kit. Make the balloon power the Styrofoam square on a cushion of air! It's tricky, but you can do it! Requires placing the hover craft on a flat, smooth surface to work correctly. Includes a styrofoam blank, balloon, fins and other .....
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.. Make a propeller stick copter and it's launcher. You make it in two parts..first the launcher and a dowel stick/prop copter that flies straight up on the launch! Includes a propeller, dowel, string, wood launcher handle and all the hardware. Each kit contains all the items you'll need to make the vehicle, plus one set of instructions..but try to make it on your own first! Use the instructions only if you get stuck! If it works..then you .....
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Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 15 to 30 meters (49 to 98 feet) Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders. Two Pre-Drilled Balsa Wood Side Rails (8x1/2x1/4''). Two Brass Tubing Axles (6x3/16''). One Brass Tubing Lever Arm (6x1/8''). Four DVD Wheels. Eight Rubber .....
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Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 25 to 45 meters (82 to 147 feet) Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders. Two Pre-Drilled Balsa Wood Side Rails (18'' x 1-1/2''). One Balsa Wood Top Deck (12'' x 3''). Two Brass Tubing Axles (6x3/16''). One Brass Tubing Lever Arm .....
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Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 35 to 65 meters (82 to 147 feet) Reduced friction bushings increase the model's efficiency Adjustable steering allows the model to travel in complete circles of almost any radius (can also be set to travel in a straight line) Can be assembled in less than 30 .....
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Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Carries a full soda can from 15 to 20 meters (49' to50') High torque gearing system generates tremendous torque and power capable of moving large loads over great distances Special cargo bay designed to hold a soda can or similar item Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for .....
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Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Pre-cut and drilled balsa wood frame Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels Travels distances from 40 to 80 meters (131 to 262 feet) Twin mousetrap design for twice the power Can be assembled in less than 30 minutes for most first time builders. Two Pre-Drilled Balsa Wood Side Rails (18'' x 1-1/2''). One Balsa Wood Top Deck (12'' x 3''). Two Brass Tubing .....
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Easy-to-wind and snag-free string release system eliminates tangles and snags for increased performance Uses lightweight low inertia DVD/CD layers for wheels. One balsa wood strips (18'' x 3 x 3/16''). Two brass tubing axles (6 x 3/16''). One brass tubing lever arm (12'' x 1/8''). Four CD/DVD wheels. One balsa wood strips (12'' x 3 x 3/16''). Eight rubber DVD/CD spacers. Four metal thrust washers. One Victor mousetrap. Three zip lock axle hook. 36'' Kevlar string. This is .....
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Rubberband powered racer Travels 5 meters in 1 second Pre-cut and pre-drilled parts Uses the pulley system to stretch the rubber band instead of winding it like other vehicles. Two 11 1/4 x 1 1/8 x 1/8'' balsa wood (side rails). Two 2 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1/8'' balsa wood (rear wing sides). One 7 1/2 x 1 1/4 x 1/8'' balsa wood (deck board). One 1 7/8 x 1/4'' brass tube (pulley axle shaft). Four #8 SAE metal washers (thrust bearings). One 3 1/2 x 5/32 brass tube (rear axle shaft). .....
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Balsa wood construction Twin rubber band powered propeller design (one for lift and one for thrust) Works on smooth floors as well as carpeted floors Designed to travel a distance of 5 meters (16 feet) Assembly time is between one and two hours for most builders. Two Balsa Wood Deck Board (12 x 3 x 3/16''). One Deck Board Shape Template. Two Balsa Wood Propeller Shafts (9 x 1/2 x 1/4''). Two 5'' Diameter Plastic Propellers. Four Balsa Wood Propeller Shaft Supports (3 x 1/2 .....
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Clear DVD layers Brass axles Designed to travel 5-15 meters (16-49 feet) more than CD wheels DVD layers have less air-friction than normal CD wheels. Four clear DVD layers. Eight DVD/CD spacers. Brass axle tubing. Four thrust bearings. Axle hook. Kevlar string. Step by step instructions. This is the DVD Layer & Axles Set from Doc .....
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Plastic construction, black in color. Twenty CD/DVD wheel spacers. This is the CD/DVD Wheel Spacer Set from Doc .....
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Paperback book Book covers how to get started with a mouse-trap car; motion; friction; inertia, force and acceleration; momentum; strength; center of mass; rotational inertia; energy and torque Book provides experiments and projects. One paperbackbook. This is the Doc Fizzix's Mousetrap Powered Cars & Boats by Alden J .....
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Build 3-dimensional toy models with molded plastic parts and bendable steel parts which utilize the new screw/pin system for quick model building. In addition to building an interactive robot, you'll build a trike motorcycle and a futuristic crane. A battery operated power tool becomes the motor to provide motion to the finished models. Use the USB cord to download music and movements for the robot! Rubber tires. Full color, illustrated assembly guide. (3) Models. Assemble .....
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.. Our twin hull Tech Cat Catamaran will put seaworthy success into your earth science and technology curriculum. Quick to construct and fun to run, the Tech-Cat Catamaran has three different power sources - sail, airboat and surface drive for youto analyze. Discovering the concepts of floatation, thrust, velocity, torque and many others was never so much .....
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.. The Hydro racer is designed for racing fun! The sleek design is easy to assemble and assures good racing performance with lots of opportunities for experimenting. This kit features pre-cut wood components that self-align during assembly. Includes foam pontoons, electric motor, plastic prop and requires no soldering! Easy to decorate with acrylic paints or colored .....
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Rubber band powered. 1/8'' thick, laser cut balsa main body. 1/2'' thick, styrofoam hull. Black plastic propeller. Can be decorated with acrylic paints, colored markers or stickers. Illustrated assembly guide. (1) Aircraft. Build the Delta Dart with this Wooden Activity Kit from Midwest Products. Suitable for Ages 8 & .....
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Rubber band powered. 1/8'' thick, laser cut balsa fuselage. Pre-cut white foam wings and wing fins. Yellow plastic propeller. Can be decorated with acrylic paints, colored markers or stickers. Illustrated assembly guide. (1) Boat. Build the Pond Hopper with this Wooden Activity Kit from Midwest Products. Suitable for Ages 8 & .....
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Rubber band powered. 1/8'' thick, laser cut balsa fuselage. Pre-cut white foam wings and wing fins. Yellow plastic propeller. Can be decorated with acrylic paints, colored markers or stickers. Illustrated assembly guide. (1) Aircraft. Build the Stealth Flyer with this Wooden Activity Kit from Midwest Products. Suitable for Ages 8 & .....
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