A modular robotic teaching tool including a plurality of modules that may
be operated, for example, to play robot soccer, for introducing principles
of mechanical engineering and robotics to prospective students. The
teaching tool includes a modular robot that may be assembled in a
plurality of configurations. The modular robot includes a body portion,
first and second motors, first and second motor mounts, at least three
wheels, two of which are mountable to the motors, at least one flipper
module, and a remote control module for actuating the motors and the
flipper module. The modular robot is advantageous in that it provides for
an inexpensive, challenging, and entertaining introduction to some of the
principles of robotics and mechanical engineering.
