18DOF Aluminum Hexapod Spider with Six Legs 3DOF each Without Servo

DIY 18DOF Aluminium Hexapod Spider Six-Legged Robot Kit

Power Supply Solution

• Typical Servo Operating Voltage: 5–7 V (do not exceed 7 V)
• Higher voltage in this range yields faster response and better torque
• Use a high-discharge LiPo/RC battery for mobile builds
• Use a high-power switching DC supply for bench-based experiments

Control Scheme

• Supports analog & digital servos via standard PWM control
• Not compatible with serial-bus-only servo types
• Recommended: 16-channel or 32-channel PWM controller
• 18 channels for legs; extra channels for sensors or cameras
• PC software (e.g. C# tools) can control angle, timing and actions
• Wireless remote or serial commands can trigger stored action sequences
• Action sequences can run offline when powered — great for autonomous demos

Advanced Control

• Many servo controllers support USB virtual COM-port communication
• Actions can be controlled via host software or microcontroller serial commands (Arduino, STM32, ESP32, etc.)
• TTL-level serial ports enable direct MCU interaction for real-time gait control

Learning Platform

• Mechanical structure and linkage design
• Servo control and power management
• Embedded firmware and control algorithms
• Serial communication, sensor integration, and real-time control
• Ideal for mechatronics, electronics, computer science, and automation courses

Precautions for Use

• This hexapod kit is not a toy. Teenagers should operate it under supervision.
• Avoid short circuits, over-charging or over-discharging batteries to prevent damage or fire.
• During setup, ensure servo angles stay within mechanical limits to avoid stalling or burning the servos.
• High-torque servos may pinch — keep fingers clear during operation.
• Always connect servos with correct polarity: red = positive, black/brown = negative, yellow/white = signal.

Technical Details

Features

Applications :

• Robotics Education: Teaching robotics, kinematics, and motion control.
• Research Projects: Gait algorithms, AI, sensor integration, and custom robotics experiments.
• Hobbyist Robotics: Advanced multi-legged robot design and programming with a high-quality hexapod kit.
• Surveillance & Exploration: With sensors/cameras for rough terrain, caves or hard-to-reach areas.
• Gaming & Entertainment: For robot competitions or interactive tech demonstrations.
• Prototyping: As a base for search-and-rescue, inspection, or industrial automation prototypes.
• STEM Workshops & Innovation Fairs: Practical hands-on robotics training using one of the best cool robot kits.
• Interactive Exhibits: Great for demonstrations in museums, expos, or robotics events.

Physical Attributes

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