Helper robot · mechatronics for beginners

Helper robot - first mechatronics

A robot that helps: the child designs, prints and runs a simple model with a moving detail.

A workshop with a printed walking robot, simple electronics and block programming.
Children build a simple helper robot from printed parts.
Pilot · partners wanted

Problem

Interest in robotics and science fiction is strong, but there is no bridge between the idea and a first simple model with a moving detail and a light.

Solution

We model robots that help: they tidy up, carry things and give signals. On the advanced track we add a diode, a simple sensor and one moving part. Where it fits naturally we use components recovered in the Second Life IT project.

Your role

  • Workshop participant
  • Parent / carer
  • 3D mentor

Participants design robots that help: they tidy up, carry things and give signals. On the advanced track a diode, a simple sensor and one moving element are added, and some components come from computers recovered in the Second Life IT project.

This card is a working draft used to gather feedback from parents. The project is linked to Digital Heritage 3D. We publish neither children’s names nor protected brand characters on the site.

Who it is for

  • Youth interested in engineering
  • STEAM clubs
  • Electronics mentors

First stage

  • A helper robot model ready to print during the workshop.
  • A session scenario covering the basics of electronics.
  • Safety rules for working with tools and power supplies.

Foundation model

The foundation prepares a safe workshop plan, printable parts and simple electronics stations. We publish neither children’s names nor protected characters.

How you can help

Choose how to get involved - email or (soon) online form.

Volunteering

We are looking for volunteers to support workshop stations and to keep safety rules in place.

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We are looking for volunteers and academic partners

Across all foundation projects we seek volunteers for field work, documentation, education, logistics and participant care.

For outstanding candidates we offer placements in every format: on-site, remote and hybrid, as well as research commissions, sponsorship of engineering and master's theses, doctoral work and joint research with universities and student research groups.

Write to foundation@aimindllc.com with a short note on your interests and availability.