Robot parts

[hongkongfooey71]

If I wanted to design, from scratch, a miniature robot, where would I look to find the various small parts?<p>Web site?<p>Such as actuators, servos, and all of the other mechanical doodads that is needed to make a robot come to life.<p>Thanks,
HKF

[bsparky]

You might try these two web sites<p>pololu.com<p>
smallparts.com

[tallyjay]

Try: www.robotcombat.com - they have a bunch of components for 1-lb and up bots. Their focus is combat, but many of the components could be used in more peaceable applications.<p>tallyjay
www.bigbangrobotics.com

[stampee]

Another good source for robot parts is,
http://acroname.com
They are very easy to deal with as well.
-kerry

[Sambuchi]

I made a robot for my college last year. It did well.. and to answer your question.. I would say to check out your local hobbie stores for the servos.. Digikey is great for parts. My site shows my robot and steps I used.<p>www.sambuchi.net
click > Projects > Robot-IEEE<p>Its great for learning and the robot history shows the time line of the robot with pictures.

[chapter30]

To save a lot of money check out the surplus places. <p>http://www.allelectronics.com/<p>This link has a bunch of very unique surplus items that can be used to build robots for a low price. Check it out.<p>-Jeff