DIY Solar Powered Robot Kit

Spark interest in science and technology with this foundational DIY Solar Powered Robot Kit.

Build the wooden robot and paint it with colours. With the rays of the sun, the semiconductor chip converts the thermal energy of the sun into electric energy. This, in turn, rotates the shaft and makes the robot move. A great and simple example of how to replace batteries with green solar energy!

The activity fosters young engineering skills and promotes a sense of pride and accomplishment. Such an inspirational activity for young minds!

Instructions on how to assemble the solar powered robot kit

BUILD. The building kit comes with an illustrative guide. Assemble the robot body. 
Inside the robot body, connect the red wire of the solar panel to the black wire of motion and the black wire of the solar panel to the red wire of motion.

PAINT. Paint the robot’s head, body, arms and eyes using your favourite colours. In the instructional guide, a palette with the colour-mix is shown for ideas.
Note: When changing colors, remind the child to clean the brush first.

CHARGE and PLAY. Once the paint is dry, attach the solar panel to the top of the head with an EVA sticker, as shown in the picture. Bring the arms close to its body, place the wiggly eyes on the front of the head, and mount the wheels. Finally, join the head with the body.

Place the solar powered robot in the sun and watch it walk!

Age: 7-8 years (or older, of course)
Product size: 22.7 x 19 x 4.2 cm
The DIY kit contains: plywood pieces, solar panel, glue, gears, wheels, electric motor, metal rod, paint, brush, plastic joints, eva foam sheet and wiggly eyes