Robit can also guard

your beloved pet 24/7

How does Robit work?

Oh... and one more thing!

Robit technical details:

Movement
Robit drives on 3 wheels: the two front ones are powered by 2 powerful DC motors and the back wheel is free. The 2 front wheels have wheel encoders that count the number of rounds so Robit knows the speed and distance of his movement

Head and Neck
The head can move up and down and right to left powered by 2 servo motors. The neck moves up and down with a servo motor.

The Real Time Board (Firmware)
Robit has a built in real time board similar to an Arduino. This board controls the hardware directly: the motors, the sensors, etc. The board has an API that can be accessed, although we recommend using our hi-level API.

Computer Board (The brain)
Robit is powered by a single board computer (Raspberry Pi). This computer includes a 4 quad CPU (ARM), 1 GB of RAM, and 16 GB of SSD memory for storing things like apps, music, etc.

Connectivity
Robit connects to the home WiFi with a Wi-Fi card and an Antenna so it's always in range. Robit also has Bluetooth that you can use when WiFi is not available. When using BT some features are limited or disabled (such as: video streaming)

Sensors
Robit has a video camera in his head that can stream live video and images. He also has a led flash light to see in the dark (in his forehead). Robit has several ultrasonic sensors for feeling what's in front of him, And a 9-Axis (Gyro, Accelerometer, Compass) so he knows what direction his moving.

Sound
Robit has a speaker and microphone connected to a sound card (and not the simple on board HDMI sound) so he can do sophisticated sound manipulations.

Eyes

Robit has 2 eyes, each has an 8X8 LED matrix. LED's could be deemed to different levels.

Software

Robit's Operating System is Linux (Debian Based distribution). We provide a very easy to use Python and Node.js (JavaScript) API. The API libraries include:
Movement
Events (sensors, sound, etc)
Controlling the eyes: you can draw bitmaps, letters, animations
Sound

We also provide a wider API for cool stuff:
Gestures - play interesting expressions on his eyes
Image Recognition - Based on OpenCV we offer a library of useful functions you can use out of the box
Object Detection and Object Tracking
Connectivity

Low Level API
If you want to support other languages (C++, Java, etc), or write your own API we provide a low level API and Protocol to communicate with all Robit modules. This is a basic binary protocol where you can send low level commands to the RT Board and implement your own software if required.

 

FAQ

➤ Who is Robit designed for?

Robit is designed for the entire family. Adults and children can download suitable apps for their needs

➤ Is Robit easy to set up?

No set up needed! Just push the button and enjoy

About 1.5 Kg / 3.3 lb

➤ Is there enough storage for apps?

Robit comes with 16GB of storage space (Flash SD Card) - that's more than enough for all your apps and more

➤ Is there any accessories for Robit?

Robit currently offers a missile launcher for games, a tray and gas detectors. We plan to release even more accessories in the future

➤ Can Robit move on any type of house floor?

Robit can move around flat surfaces and regular carpets. However, he can not climb stairs

➤ What languages does Robit speak and understand?

Currently he speaks English but we're working on other languages as well. Robit will be programmed to speak most common languages

➤ How does Robit navigate around the house?

Robit uses special indoor navigation algorithms that are currently being patented. He will be able to find his way around the house by using his sensors

➤ Can Robit communicate with my mobile?

Sure. We have an Android and iOS apps and Robit will communicate over the WiFi Network

➤ Does Robit work on iOS and Android?

Yes, and you will also be able to control Robit from your PC or laptop with a regular Browser (FireFox, Chrome, Safari)

➤ Does Robit require Wi-Fi?

Yes. Robit can communicate with only Bluetooth, but some functions will now work (like video streaming)

➤ How long does the battery last?

 Normally between 5-8 hours, depends on usage and especially movement

➤ Does Robit charge automatically?

Robit can find his way to his docking station when battery power gets low and charge himself

➤ When will Robit ship?

We plan to ship Robit within 12 months after the campaign ends

➤ Where does Robit ship?

We ship Robit worldwide. Outside the US, there might be some additional shipping costs

➤ What makes you qualified for this project? 

Our team is built of highly experienced tech professionals. We engineer, code and design everything in house.

➤ Is there a risk I won't get my Robit at the end?

Unlikely. We already completed most of the development and manufacturing. Our main concern is getting as many apps as possible.

Apps FAQ

➤ How can I download apps for Robit?

➤ What kind of apps will be available for Robit?

➤ Are the apps free?

Dev FAQ

➤ How is the developer edition different from the regular edition?

Developer editions gives you access to our special dev support, and you can contact us 24/7 to get full support.

➤ What programming language do I need to know?

Currently we support Python and Node.js (JavaScript). You can also write C/C++ code and compile it to the ARM Linux (Raspberry Pi)

➤ How do I get information and support as a developer?

We will have a special dev support page, where you can contact our team 24/7

➤ Is your software open source?

The API, software packages and even OS is open source and will be available on GitHub as well as the apps we release

➤ What kind of access do I have to the Robit internal board? What can I modify?

You have full SSH (root) access to the Linux OS installed. You can do whatever you want with it. You can always download and install a clean image if needed