A Smart Palm-Size Robot You Can Build

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ProtoBot

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Build your own Smart Palm-sized Robot - Designed for anyone excited about building robots - Follow our build-guide, then drive it with our app, automate it, or even customize with open-source software.

Description

ProtoBot Description Section

ProtoBot is a smart, palm-sized educational robot designed to teach practical robotics through hands-on building and programming. It combines mechanical assembly, embedded electronics, sensors, and software into a compact system that learners can fully understand, modify, and extend. Offered in two kit-levels, it is accessible for everyone, from curious students to experienced makers.

What You’ll Build & Explore:

Assemble a fully working robot with motors, wheels, sensors, and lights
Control your ProtoBot using the free educational MicroLink App, available on both Android or iOS devices, featuring:

Drive & Rewind: Control it with a joystick or retrace your path
Shape & Automate: Use code-blocks to automate and make ProtoBot draw shapes or run custom actions
Dodge & Avoid: Let it react to obstacles using its built-in proximity-sensors
Sense & Balance: Watch how it uses 9-axis sensor to balance for a few seconds, and compass to steer and even drive in patterns
Record: Attach external I²C sensors (like temp, humidity, etc.) and log real-time data via the app

Learn & Hack: Expand ProtoBot with external modules or code your own behaviors using the Arduino library

What's Inside Every ProtoBot Kit:

CodeCell C6 Drive - The tiny brain of our ProtoBot
A flexible circuit sticker that connects the motors - eliminating messy wires - while adding RGB eye lights and built-in proximity sensing
4 × N20 motors with aluminium wheels + silicone tyres
Breadboard mount for extra sensor expansion
All included screws with a free Screwdriver
Optional transparent body - or 3D-print a custom design

Made for Makers by Makers

ProtoBot’s software-library, body and accessories are open-source. You can 3D-print the shell at home with your-favorite colors, or modify the files to design new add-ons. The included breadboard lets you attach extra I²C sensors, displays, chargers, or your own circuits - turning ProtoBot into a tiny, powerful playground for learning and experimentation. Want to go further? ProtoBot also includes an optional Arduino library with ready-to-run examples so you can create your own behaviors, read sensors, activate lights, and program your own missions.

ProtoBot is made to support your learning journey - from building and assembling your robot to soldering, coding, and experimenting with real sensors and hardware.

Specifications

ProtoBot Specifications

App: Android/iOS
Dimensions: 6.3 cm x 7.5 cm x 2.3 cm (2.48 in × 2.95 in × 0.91 in)
Weight: 92grams (3.24 ounces)
Maximum Speed: 26cm/s (0.85 ft/s)
Antenna Range: ≈40 meters (≈ 131 ft)
Charging Time: Around Xmin
Battery Life: Around Xmin at Full Maximum Speed
Processor: CodeCell C6 Drive (32-bit 8MB ESP32-C6)

Frequently Asked Questions

CodeCell FAQs

How we ship your ProtoBot?

We ship ProtoBot from Malta, Europe. Since it includes a small 170mAh 20C LiPo battery, it must be sent via FedEx or DHL in line with worldwide battery-shipping-regulations. This may increase the shipping cost, but it ensures fast, reliable delivery. You’re welcome to add other items to the same shipment to make the most of it. We truly appreciate your understanding 😊

What ages is it suitable for?

ProtoBot comes as a fun maker-kit that you can transform into a cool pocket-size robot. The kit itself is designed for curious minds of all ages - Younger kids can join in too with a little help from an adult, especially when using the app. The robot comes with an easy-to-use educational App and for those interested, clear Arduino examples that make coding simple for beginners.

The Pro kit includes some soldering, so children under 12-years should only build it with adult supervision. The Beginner kit is recommended for younger makers, as it comes pre-soldered and only requires simple assembly. Please note that the kit contains small parts, including a LiPo battery and screws, which may pose a choking hazard and must be kept out of reach of young children

How to update the Software?

ProtoBot works seamlessly with our MicroLink App, letting you control it and also update its firmware whenever a new version is released. But for those who want to dive deeper and customize its behavior, you can install the ProtoBot Arduino library - just follow the installation steps in our User-Guide. We are continuously updating and adding new features to this library, so make sure you're using the latest version.

Is it Maker-Friendly?

ProtoBot is designed with makers in mind! Its shell and accessories can be 3D printed at your home, and you can expand its capabilities by adding more I2C sensors, displays, or other electronics using the breadboard attachment. This lets you customize your robot, make it smarter, and adapt it to your own projects. It also comes with an open-source Arduino library built around our tiny CodeCell module (also available separately in our store), making upgrades and part replacements easy.

Inside the box, you’ll find all the robot parts along with step-by-step instructions to guide you through the fun build.

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