Robot kits are awesome to play and learn with! For a fun engineering project for all ages, find out how to make a robot car at home or in the classroom. It’s easier than you think! Make sure to grab the printable DIY robot car guide with a supply list and instructions.
How To Make A Robot Car
Love this building activity? Why not make a balloon car or a rubber band car!
This simple robot kit is usually around $10 and is very simple to put together. This project takes
about 10-15 minutes even for beginners.
Supplies:
- Robotics kit (EUDAX 6 Set DC Motors Kit)
- Small box
- Straws
- Glue gun
Instructions:
STEP 1: Get a simple robotics kit. Wheels, axles, motor, battery holder, switch, propeller and
wires. Find a small box to use as your car body. (Optional: paint to look like a car)
STEP 2: Glue straws to the bottom of your box. Some sizing may be needed to fit the box and axles.
STEP 3: Insert the axles into the straws and attach the wheels. Now your box should roll.
STEP 4: Glue your motor to the end of the box and attach the propeller.
STEP 5: Glue down battery holder and switch to the box.
STEP 6: Now attach the red wire from the battery to the switch. Then the black wire from the battery to the propeller. Lastly, connect a black wire from the switch to the propeller.
STEP 7: Now add batteries.
Get your FREE printable robot car project!
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