The Eggbot Project
What is eggbot?
Eggbot is a simple robot that draws on eggs (or anything round). You design or import an image in Inkscape—a freeware graphics program—and eggbot will draw it. Use it to personalize Christmas ornaments or impress your friends with masterpiece Easter eggs. But eggbot is not just a cool gadget; it’s also a great introduction to do-it-yourself robotics. All of the electronics and software are re-usable, so you can easily hack an Etch-a-SketchTM or make something totally new. For ages 10 and up (under 10 with adult supervision).
We are in Beta release
We’ve taught many eggbot classes before, but this is the first eggbot kit created for home assembly. We designed and tested the kit ourselves, and we’re ready for your feedback. In software terms that makes this our beta release. In exchange for your help, we’re offering the kit for only $180 and offering extensive support. Please share your questions and comments on our forum or by e-mail at feedback@egg-bot.com.
What’s in the kit?
- all parts & fasteners
- circuit board
- two stepper motors
- solenoid
- software (Windows/Mac/Linux)
- instructions
- usb cable
- Sharpie pen
- power supply
You will need a screwdriver and a computer.