Master Legged Robots with Quarky Quadruped Kit!

The Quarky Quadruped robot is a powerful four-legged robot designed to walk on different types of terrain while maintaining its stability. Taking inspiration from spiders, it uses 8 servo motors and 2 degrees of freedom in each leg to create different motions that ensure passive stability. It is an easy-to-build machine that provides versatility and efficiency while exploring.

Additionally, the kit comes with a book and online resources that offer comprehensive instructions and guidance for more than 15 different projects with the Quadruped. The book provides detailed information on how to assemble and program the robot for different applications using Block and Python coding.

Wirelessly Controlled Quadruped

In this tutorial, you will learn how to control a quadruped robot using the arrow key program.

Block & Python

Dance Sequence with Quadruped and Music

Create a dance sequence with Quadruped and Music using PictoBlox.

Block & Python

Hand Gestures Controlled Quadruped with ML

Discover machine learning's ability to control Quadruped robot through hand gestures.

Block & Python

Crawling Motion with Quadruped

Create crawling motion with quadruped robot using servo control.

Block & Python

Sign Detection with Quadruped

Adjust the detection area and identify signals like 'Go', 'TurnRight', 'TurnLeft', and 'Stop' to control the movements of a four-legged robot.

Block & Python

Quadruped Robot Detect and React to a Hand

Make Quadruped robot sense and react to a hand nearby like a pet.

Block & Python

Quadruped Obstacle Avoidance

Make obstacle avoidance robot with an ultrasonic sensor that detects obstacles intelligently.

Block & Python

Oscillator Concept for Quadruped

Discover how oscillators help Quadruped robots move smoothly.

Block & Python

What's Inside the Kit?

1 x Quarky Exapansion Board

1 x Ultrasonic Sensor

8 x 180° Servo Motor

1x 4 Pin Ultrasonic Connector

3 x Expansion Connectors

1 x Battery

1 x Base Top

1 x Base Bottom

2 x Foot A1

2 x Foot A2

2 X Foot B1

2 X Foot B2

2 x Hip Bottom A

2 x Hip Bottom B

2 x Hip Side A1

2 x Hip Side A2

2 x Hip Side B1

2 x Hip Side B2

4 x Hip Top

1 x Ultrasonic Holder

24 x M3 MDF Spacer

8 x Foot Padding

1 x Quarky Purple Plastic Set

1 x Screw Driver

4 x M2 Nut | 20 x M3 Nut

4 x M2 Standoffs (30mm) | 4 x M3 Metal Standoffs (10mm) | 12 x M3 Spacer (20mm)

4 x M2 Bolt (6mm) | 16 x M3 Bolt (8mm) | 36 x M3 Bolt (12mm)

Ready-made Quarduped Movements

Ready-made Quarduped Actions

Code Quarky Quadruped with PictoBlox

PictoBlox - Your Learning Companion

PictoBlox is a creator platform that allows students and teachers to create projects in AI, ML, and robotics. With the ability to code in both Block and Python environments, it's easy to create projects with an array of features.

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Quadruped Extension & Library

Quarky Quadruped Extension lets you effectively control the Quadruped without any hassle by incorporating the Quadruped controlling block and functions directly into your projects. The extension comes equipped with top-notch documentation that provides a thorough guide on how to maximize the potential applications of the Quadruped.

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FAQs on Quarky Quadruped Addon Kit

What is an Addon Kit?

Quarky Addon kits are innovative do-it-yourself (DIY) kits that offer a wide variety of fields to explore, including Humanoid Robots, Mars Rover, Robotic Arm, Legged Robots, the Internet of Things, and more. Each kit comes fully equipped with all the necessary materials and instructions to create over 10 projects using coding, AI, and robotics. The opportunities to learn are endless.

What kits variations does the Quadruped Robot have?

You have two options:

1. With Quarky – this option includes a Quarky board with the Quadruped kit. Quarky is essential for running any project, so if you don’t already have a Quarky board, this is the best choice for you.


2. Without Quarky – this option doesn’t include a Quarky board with the Quadruped kit. You will need to purchase or obtain one separately in order to run the Quadruped.

Do my kids need any prior knowledge of coding for using Quarky?

No, Quarky is an intuitive learning tool that is suitable for both novice and experienced coders. It is programmed using a graphical programming platform named PictoBlox which allows you to build your project by using Block Coding as well as Python. In addition, the interactive graphical programming interface adds fun to the learning and makes the whole experience even more immersive.

Is there a guide on how to use this?

The kit includes a book and online resources to facilitate learning.

What age is this for?

The kit is suitable for students aged 10 and up. Some students with a passionate interest in technology and learning have been able to create projects beyond their age range using the kit.

What if there is a problem with the kit?

You can go through our online documentation for help: 

• Quarky Quadruped Documentation: https://ai.thestempedia.com/docs/quarky-quadruped-documentation/


• PictoBlox Quarky Quadruped Extension: https://ai.thestempedia.com/extension/quadruped-quarky/

If the problem persists, send us a video of the problem to [email protected]. We will reach out to you to resolve the problem.

What is Quarky?

Quarky is a powerful, portable device that allows users to create complex projects with its 3.7V Li–ion battery support, two tactile switches, five capacitive touch sensors, two infrared sensors, and general–purpose input–output pins. It includes 35 programmable RGB LEDs in a 7×5 grid for creating animations, writing text, and displaying patterns, as well as a good-quality speaker for human-like audio or buzzing. Additionally, it has Wi–Fi and Bluetooth compatibility, and multipurpose input/output pins that can be used to interface with any third–party sensors. Quarky also has protections for reverse polarity, overvoltage, and overcurrent.

How do I start using the Quarky Quadruped Kit?

You can use the book or go to our learning resources here: https://ai.thestempedia.com/docs/quarky-quadruped-documentation/

To make a project you have to follow these essential steps:

1. Learn about Quadruped


2. Assemble the Quadruped


3. Start Programming with Block Coding or Python Coding.

If you face any issues contact us for support here: [email protected]

What is the power source for the robot?

The robot uses the battery that comes with it. Don’t use any other batteries for this robot.

How to charge robot battery?

To charge the robot, simply plug in the USB cable to a laptop or adapter and connect it to the designated port on the Quarky board. Make sure the power switch on the robot itself is turned on.

How can I program the Quadruped using Block Coding?

PictoBlox allows users to code Quarky Quadruped with Block Coding. You can follow these instructions:

1. Follow the steps below for connecting Quarky to PictoBlox on a Laptop:
   
   
   
   1. First, connect Quarky to your Laptop using a USB cable.
   
   
   2. Next, open PictoBlox and select Block Coding as your coding environment.
   
   
   3. Then, click the Board button in the toolbar and select Quarky.
   
   
   4. Next, select the appropriate Serial port if the Quarky is connected via USB or the Bluetooth Port if you want to connect Quarky via Bluetooth and press Connect.
   
   
   
   


2. Follow the steps below for connecting Quarky to PictoBlox on a Mobile or Tab:
   
   
   
   1. First, power ON Quarky.
   
   
   2. Open PictoBlox on your smartphone. Go to My Space and make a new project by clicking the ‘+(plus)’ button in the bottom-right corner.
   
   
   3. Then, tap the Board button in the top-right corner of the toolbar. Select board as Quarky.
   
   
   4. Next, tap the Connect button. Select your device from the list.
   
   
   
   


3. Click on the Add Extension button and add the Quarky Quadruped extension.


4. You can find the Quarky Quadruped blocks available in the project.

You can find the detailed tutorial here: https://ai.thestempedia.com/docs/quarky-quadruped-documentation/program-and-control-the-quarky-quadruped-robot-with-block-programing/

How can I program the Quadruped using Python Coding?

PictoBlox lets you code the Quarky Quadruped using Python. Python is currently available on Windows, MacOS, Linux, and the web version only. It’s not yet available on smartphones, but it will be coming soon.

Follow the steps:

1. Connect Quarky to your laptop with a USB cable.


2. Open PictoBlox and select Python Coding as the coding environment.


3. Select the board as Quarky and click Connect.


4. Next, select the appropriate Serial port if the Quarky is connected via USB or the Bluetooth Port if you want to connect Quarky via Bluetooth and press Connect.


5. To enable interaction with the board in real-time, use the following object declaration in Python: quad = Quadruped(4,1,8,5,3,2,7,6)


6. To enable the program to run offline and allow Quarky to run without the computer, use the following object declaration in Python:
   

   from quarky import *
   from expansion_addon import Quadruped
   quad = Quadruped(4,1,8,5,3,2,7,6)

   
   

For detailed instructions, visit https://ai.thestempedia.com/docs/quarky-quadruped-documentation/programming-quadruped-with-python-coding/.

How do we assemble the Quadruped?

You can either use chapter 2 of the book or follow this tutorial: https://ai.thestempedia.com/docs/quarky-quadruped-documentation/building-the-quarky-quadruped-robot-step-by-step-tutorial/