The Robium Walker. The Morning Set

£ 300

8+ Camps

VAT inc
Available for:
8+ years old (to 11)

5 days, 27th - 31st May 2025

Start at 9.00 until 12.10

The Robium Walker is a fascinating mechanical creature with four legs on each side, designed to mimic natural walking movements. Each leg uses two 4-bar linkages combined with a compound crankshaft mechanism, giving the robot a smooth, coordinated gait. The Robium Walker is powered by an ESP32 microcontroller, allowing users to control it remotely via WiFi from a computer or smartphone. Two N20 motors drive the two sets of legs, controlled through a DRV8833 motor driver for precise and reliable movement.

Throughout the five-day project, students will dive into a full hands-on experience. They will mechanically assemble the robot, learn to read and understand the electrical circuit, and program the robot's movements using Robium Code, a simple and intuitive block-based programming editor. They will also practice 3D modeling skills by customizing parts and designing elements for their robots, and finally create a presentation with project slides to showcase their achievements.

In addition to building an exciting robot, students will develop important STEM skills: understanding mechanics, electronics, and coding; improving spatial thinking through 3D design; and practicing creativity and problem-solving. The course encourages teamwork, communication, and independent project work — all in a fun, inspiring environment.

At the end of the course, each student proudly takes their fully functional Robium Walker home. The program is designed for children aged 8 and up, with no prior experience required. It offers a perfect blend of technology and creativity, opening the door to the world of robotics in a way that's accessible and engaging for young learners.

The Camp Dates and Time

5 days, from May 27’25 until May 31’25

Start at 9.00 until 12.10

Age: from 8 years old (to 11)

Location

Richmond and Hillcroft Adult Community College.

Parkshot, Richmond TW9 2RE

Learning Outcomes:

Mechanical Assembly Skills

Students will learn how to build complex mechanical systems by assembling the Robium Walker’s frame and leg mechanisms. They will understand how linkages and crankshafts work together to create motion.

Basic Electronics Knowledge

Students will study the robot’s electrical components, including motors, motor drivers, and microcontrollers. They will learn to connect and troubleshoot circuits safely and effectively.

Introduction to Programming

Using the block-based Robium Code editor, students will program the movement of their robots. They will grasp essential programming concepts such as loops, logic, and event-based actions.

3D Modeling Fundamentals

Students will create and modify simple 3D models to customize parts of their robot. This builds spatial reasoning and introduces them to digital design tools used in engineering and creativity.

Creative Problem-Solving

Throughout the project, students will face small challenges that require thinking, adjusting, and improving their designs or code. They will develop resilience and learn that iteration is a key part of the engineering process.

Presentation and Communication Skills

By preparing project slides students will practice organizing their ideas and explaining technical projects in a clear, engaging way.

There are some requirements exist for the course:

1. You must be confident in using a computer, keyboard and mouse. At the good user level.

2. Know how we save files on a computer, what a file and folders are, etc.

3. Be able to switch between windows in the operating system. Use the keys’ shortcuts.

4. No previous experience with 3D modeling is required

5. No previous experience Robotics is required.