About our Projects
Our tiered project series takes you from fundamental skills to cutting-edge robotics. Whether you're 3D printing your first hexapod, programming kinematics on a robotic arm, or deploying autonomous systems with AI, there's a build designed for your experience level! Dive in, get hands-on with ZOTbotics, and bring your engineering ideas to life!
LEVEL 1: RPi Spider Bot
Focus: Intro to manufacturing, prototyping, & Embedded Basics
Step into robotics with a build that connects foundational engineering and hands-on manufacturing from scratch.
- Gain hands-on experience with 3D printing, laser cutting power tools, and CNC fabrication.
- Assemble mechanical linkages.
- Intro to programming and motor control logic featuring a Raspberry Pi.
LEVEL 2: DIY Robot Arm
Focus: Kinematics & Factory Automation
Bridge mechanical design and factory automation through precision multi-axis robotic manipulation.
- Project focuses on forward and inverse kinematics.
- Learning modern industrial automation and robotic manipulation being operated in the real world.
- Grouped up in teams of 8–10 to design & develop a multi-degree-of-freedom robot arm.
LEVEL 3: SLAP
Focus: Dynamic Control & Quadruped Systems
Tackle dynamic control and complex integration on an active quadruped robot.
- Get the opportunity to choose between three sub-teams: mechanical, electrical, & software.
- Members can design high-load chassis structures, engineer custom leg linkages, and optimal dynamic actuation assemblies.
- Work with reliable power distribution networks and high-current motor drivers.
AI Project Series
Coming Winter 2027!
