ISBN: 0071411933
Author: Predko, Myke; Wirz, Ben
Copyright: 2003
Publisher: McGraw-Hill
Format: Electronic Kit
Includes: Remote-Control; Robot Hardware; Pre-assembled Printed Circuit Board; Built-in Parallax BASIC Stamp 2 and prototyping area; and CD-ROM


BUILD A POWERFUL SUMO-BOT DESIGNED TO WITHSTAND METAL-AGAINST-METAL COMPETITION!

This NEXT GENERATION robot from McGraw-Hill features:

• The power of the Parallax BASIC Stamp 2 controller
• A tracked drive for maneuverability over all types of terrain
• Flipping ability to put the competition on its back
• A steel frame that encourages customization
• Mechanical features designed to withstand the shock of combat
• AA battery powered for longer operation

MORE POWER! MORE SOPHISTICATION! MORE FUN!

Here's a fun and affordable way for hobbyists to take their robot building skills to the next level and if they wish, be part of the hottest new craze in amateur robotics: Sumo competition.

Great for ages 14+, the kit comes complete with:

• Pre-assembled PCB
• Multi-function, duel channel remote control
• Robot hardware including collision-sensing infra-red LED and receivers
• CD-ROM with programming instructions and file chapters of robot building tips and tricks
• A built-in Parallax BASIC Stamp 2 and prototyping area allowing hobbyists to create their own robot application without having to purchase additional Parallax products

Powered by four AA batteries (not included) and featuring a built-in infra-red remote control, the Sumo-Botis pre-programmed with the following behavior built in to jumpstart custom applications.

• Random Movement - the robot moves about randomly, reversing direction when an obstacle is in its way
• Photovore - seeks out light
• Photophobe - avoids light
• Maze Solver - follows a wall

Developed by the creators of the popular BUILD YOUR OWN ROBOT KIT. 

Sumo-bot Layout:

Titan Tank Robot Kit is a wireless infrared remote control kit. Its microprocessor provides 4 different channels to have up to 4 Titan Tanks fight each other at the same time. Each Titan Tank Robot Kit fires 8 shots and is designed to make a sound when shooting. Once a Titan Tank is struck 4 times by an enemy tank, it will turn 360 degrees and make a sound like an ambulance. When a Titan Tank "dies" it must be restarted in order to join the battle. 

The Titan Tank Robot Kit moves by 6 wheels which can move the tank forward, backward, right and left for a total of 8 movements which provide endless fun and excitement.

• Ages 10 and Up
• Clear Illustrated Directions
• No Soldering Required
• Tools Required: Long Nose Pliers, Diagonal Cutter, Screwdriver
• Batteries not included