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The Kabuto-Mushi (Rhinoceros Beetle) is a RobotiKits Educational Electronic Robot Kit from the OWI OWIKIT Line. Intermediate Experience - Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * This is an infrared remote controlled robot with caterpiller traction The infrared remote control handset has 8 channels, each controls 4 motors: 2 motors control directional movement (forward, backward, left and right). 1 motor regulates the elevating position of the claw. * The 4th motor operates the open and close dimension of the claw No soldering is required Learn about: gear structure, battery wiring, motor principle, electronic circuits and circuit block diagrams Easy to follow instructi
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The Walking Elephant lumbers along swaying its head back and forth. Powered by a FA-130 motor in a high quality gear box, this kit also comes with a highquality plastic link rod to ensure smooth movement and durability.
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This amazing beetle-robot walks with its four legs while swinging its horn. When it bumps into an obstacle, it turns around automatically and will continue walking. Horn, legs and body on which the gearbox is mounted employ transparent-colored parts, giving the beetle a funky look. Reverse switch is also transparent, giving you a peek at the beetle's internal mechanisms. Assembly is very simple with use of screws and snap-lock parts.
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The rotating motor has power that is transferred to the legs via crank plates to make the Turtle crawl. Each pair of legs (front and rear) are molded as one piece and front leg plate is attached with a ball joint that serves as a fulcrum to realistically imitate turtle crawling. Legs and body on which the gearbox is mounted employ transparent-colored parts, giving the turtle a funky look. Reverse switch is also transparent, giving you a peek at the turtle's internal mechanisms. Assembly is very simple with use of screws and snap-lock parts.
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Internal motor spins a cylindrical plate with a weight (a screw) placed on one side creating an updown rapid vibrating movement. This vibration is then conveyed to 3 rods that smoothly propel the model forward in a sliding type movement. Easy assembly using snap-on parts and screws. Powered by a Type 130 motor. Direction can be easily altered by changing the direction of the rods. Speed can be adjusted by changing the angle of the rods. Body shape designed to represent various popular animals whilst maintaining a curved form to move around obstacles. Eyes act as rollers also helping model to smoothly work around obstacles. Games and races can be easily made by building an obstacle course usi
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This is a 1:130 Scale Lift Bridge Construction Kit by Midwest Suitable for Ages 8 & Older. Features: * An operating, scale model replica of The Jefferson Street Bridge located in Joliet, Illinois. * This is 1 of 4 Bascule bridges that cross the Des Plaines River. * Precision laser cut wood parts. * Adjustable counter weight and roller platform. * Includes all hardware. * Can be painted with acrylic paints. * This kit is quick and easy to build, while also teaching physics and engineering. * Illustrated assembly guide.
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How can a mousetrap power a vehicle? What is friction and how can it be managed? How is energy stored? How is speed calculated? You can "Build the Answers" with mousetrap racing. You can also learn faster and retain more with hands-on activities that challenge the senses. Designed, manufactured and refined based on years of classroom testing and teacher input. Use the mousetrap racer as a hands-on supplement to teach power and transportation. You can also custom paint your racer.
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Assemble a Single Gearbox (4 Speed) with this Educational Construction Kit from the Tamiya GeniuSeries Suitable for Ages 10 & Older. Features: * 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.
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The OWIKIT Turbo 3000 is a RobotiKits Educational Electric Kit from OWI Jr. Science Series - Suitable for Ages 9 & Older. Features: * This is designed for experimenters with little or no experience in assembling mechanical kits. * This kit teaches the basic principles of electricity, and gear mechanisms. * Multi-colored plastic body parts. * Easy to assemble and disassemble without the use of any tools. * Pre-soldered DC motor and light socket wires. * Turbo 3000 can run on 1 battery, but 2 batteries will make it run faster! Independent front suspension. * 3 modes of propulsion: direct motor drive, air propulsion, and solar power (optional). * Battery box and on/off swit
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This helicopter was the "The Wright Inspiration". It was given to the Wright Brothers when they were 8 and 12. The helicopter, and their fascination with powered flight, held Wilbur and Orville's interest as they continued on their journey into the invention of flight. The Wright Bat features Rubber band powered. It assembles in minutes with no cutting or gluing. It also flies indoors or outdoors. . Features: Also includes a history of the Wright Brothers - provided by the Wright Brothers Aeroplane Company.
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Included in the Small Pulley Set are a variety of small pulleys and power bands. Use with any combination of Tamiya Construction and Robotics projects. Pulley sizes included are 11mm, 20mm, and 30mm. .
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The Large Pulley Set includes larger pulleys than the small pulley set. It also includes power bands. Pulley sizes included are 11mm, 25mm, and 50mm. Also included in the set are several power bands. .
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This is the Orange Long Universal Arm Set from Tamiya's Educational Construction Series. Features: Four orange plastic bars with holes down the center Can be shortened by cutting with a hobby knife Use with other components from Tamiya's Educational Construction series to build small robots, etc Use long universal arms to build a parallel link system, slide crank system, lever crank system, etc.
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Designed for both speed and distance, this is the Lil' Moe Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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.
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Designed for both speed and distance, this is the Basic Kit Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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.
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Designed for both speed and distance, this is the Basic Kit II Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. The Basic Kit II has all the features of the Basic Kit but adds adjustable steering and reduced friction bushings. Features: 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 b
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Designed to carry a full sized soda can over 15 Meters (49'), This is the Can Dew Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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' to 50') 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 most first time builders.
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Turbo charged with two mousetraps for the twice the power and twice the fun this is the Double Trouble Mousetrap Powered Racer Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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.
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This is the Build Your Own Mousetrap Powered Vehicle Kit from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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.
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This is the Slingshot Racer Rubberband Powered Vehicle Kit from Doc Fizzix. Suitable for age 13 and up. Features: 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.
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This is The Hover Craft rubber band powered model from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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.
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This is the DVD Layer & Axles Set from Doc Fizzix. Features: 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.
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This is the CD/DVD Wheel Spacer Set from Doc Fizzix. Features: Plastic construction, black in color.
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This is the Speedy Mouse Trap Powered Vehicle from Doc Fizzix For ages 13 years and up. Features: Pre-cut and pre-drilled 5 yards in 2 seconds Ready to assemble Mouse trap included Easy to follow instructions.
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This is the Mouse Trap Boat Kit from Doc Fizzix For ages 13 years and up. Features: Easy glide hull design Travels over 5 meters Building time for most is between 1 to 2 hours Can be built for distance or speed Easy to follow instructions.
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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 you to analyze. Discovering the concepts of floatation, thrust, velocity, torque and many others was never so much fun!
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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 markers.
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Build the Delta Dart with this Wooden Activity Kit from Midwest Products. Suitable for Ages 8 & Older. Features: * 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.
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