Tech and Heart
Developer Kit
Welcome to the Future of Personal Robotics
Skuttlebot is on the path to developing robotic companions with a focus on human well-being. Skuttlebot is not just a gadget; it's a gateway to pioneering and shaping the next generation of robotic applications and functionalities. As we stand on the brink of the pre-beta release, we're inviting you to be part of this groundbreaking journey.
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Unleash Your Creativity with Skuttlebot
Own Your Development Kit: Choose your path to innovation with Skuttlebot. Purchase our meticulously designed hardware kit, ready out of the box, or embrace the true maker spirit with our fabrication files. Whether you prefer to get straight to coding or to build from the ground up, Skuttlebot is your canvas.
Install, Develop, Innovate: Installation is just the beginning. Skuttlebot comes with base code that is ripe for enhancement. Dive into developing new features, refining functionalities, or even reimagining what a personal robot can do. Your code could lead the evolution of Skuttlebot.
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A Platform for Pioneers
For Developers, By Developers: Skuttlebot was conceived by the combinaton of creative engineering. This isn’t just about programming a device; it’s about creating a community where innovation thrives to develop somethign that will benefit mankind. Share your developments, learn from others, and perhaps, your feature will become a core part of Skuttlebot's functionality.
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Open-Source, Open Future:
At the heart of Skuttlebot is our commitment to an open-source philosophy. Access key code, modify it, and share your improvements. With Skuttlebot, you're not just buying hardware; you're investing in a platform that grows with your ideas.
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Ready to dive in?
Join the Dev Kit Release: Be among the first to explore the potential of Skuttlebot. Your feedback, your code, and your creations will steer the direction of this project. As a pre-beta participant, you're not just a user; you're a pioneer.
Empower Your Projects with Skuttlebot: Whether you're developing for fun, for a specific application, or to explore new possibilities in robotics, Skuttlebot is your ally. Let's build the future of personal robotics together.
Current Hardware
Command Module:
Status: Available
The skuttlebot command module is intended to be the communications hub of hardware, capable of basic movement.
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Active:
Coms with Core
Dual servo driven wheels for basic mobility
OTA update functionality via Arduino IDE
WiFi management
Video camera with tilt control, providing streaming video
Battery management and rechargeing
In Development:
2 way audio communication with Core
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Current Hardware (hexapod):
Status: Pending
The first 'body' design for skuttlebot- with six legs!
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Active:
18 degree of freedom actuation
OTA update functionality via Arduino IDE
WiFi management
Coms with Core
Pending:
Multiple gaits
Communication with command module
Current Software:
Status: Available
Software for both PC and Device, enabling Remote control and the foundation for additional applications.