You'll first need some parts, so you can build your quadruped robot. There are several kit possibilities out there, including at http://www.trossenrobotics.com/p/PhantomX-AX-12-Quadruped.aspx. However, such kits can be expensive; so for this example, you'll create your own kit using a set of Lynxmotion parts. These are available with several on-line retailers, such as http://www.robotshop.com/. To build this quadruped, you'll need two sets each of the two leg parts and then one set each of a body. Here are the parts with their Robotshop part number:
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Quantity |
Description |
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1 |
Lynxmotion Symmetric Quadrapod Body Kit - Mini QBK-02 |
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2 |
Lynxmotion 3'' Aluminum Femur Pair |
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2 |
Lynxmotion Robot Leg "A" Pair (No Servo) RL-01 |
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4 |
Lynxmotion Aluminum Multipurpose Servo Bracket Two Pack ASB-04 |
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2 |
Ball Bearing with Flange - 3mm ID (pair) Product Code: RB-Lyn-317 |
The last part is not a Lynxmotion part but a bearing that you'll need to connect the legs to the body.
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