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Bioloid Robot System

The Bioloid Robot System from Robotis is a modular robotics system based around graphical programming, reconfigurable brackets, and "smart serially controlled actuators" which are not only capable of switching between angular positioning and full continuous rotation, but also provide you with access to sensory feedback such as position, speed, temperature, current draw and voltage of each servo.

What in the world does that mean?
It means that Bioloid is a remarkably powerful system that wraps up advanced features in a user-friendly package.

Well, what can I do with it?
The kits can be used to create many different kinds of robots, from humanoid bipeds to multi-legged walkers, to wheeled vehicles (The Bioloid Comprehensive Kit includes complete assembly instructions and software examples for 26 different robots!). Not only that, thanks to the sensor-equipped digitally controlled servos, it's like your robot has a built-in nervous system right out of the box!

Best of all, the various construction and programming options allow your robotic project to be as simple or complex as you want it to be. The combination of smart actuators, flexible construction system, graphical programming software, and comparably low price makes the Bioloid kits some of the best on the market for hobbyists, educators, and researchers alike!

Several kits are available, depending on the level of complexity you desire. We also offer a range of spare parts and accessories, so you can upgrade and customize your kit to fit your needs.

Bioloid Robot Creation Process

Main Bioloid Components


AX-12+ Smart Actuator Dynamixel
		The AX-12+ can act as a servo to flex the joints of your robot; or as a continuously turning motor to drive wheels, gears, pulleys, etc. Each actuator has built-in sensors for monitoring position, speed, torque, voltage, and temperature. All of these variables can be used to influence your robot's behavior.

AX-S1 Sensor Module Dynamixel
		The AX-S1 Sensor Module is the eyes, ears, and voice of your robot. It contains three IR sensors for object detection and line following, a microphone for sound detection, and a piezo speaker for generating tones. There is also an infra-red data transceiver, which can be used as a remote control input, or for exchanging information between robots.

CM-5 Control Module
		The CM-5 Control Module is the brain of the Bioloid system. It controls a serial network of Dynamixel actuator and sensor modules. Programs and motions are written on the computer, then downloaded to the CM-5. The module itself has buttons for triggering different programs.

Composite Frame System
		To hold everything together, the Bioloid system employs frames made from high-strength injection molded composite plastic. All connections are made using steel screws and nuts, ensuring solid and reliable construction. The brackets are durable and superbly designed, fitting and connecting perfectly to each other as well as to the AX-12's and AX-S1's supplied in the kit.

Bioloid Kit Software

Motion Editor	Behavior Control Programmer	Robot Terminal

Motion Editor is a 3D interface for setting servo positions and motion sequences. Motions created in this program can be called and used by the Behavior Control Programmer.	Behavior Control Programmer is an application that sets rules for the robot's behavior. You can string together series of motions created in Motion Editor, or create looping and branching behavior patterns based on sensor values. All of this is achieved via a graphical sequencer interface.	Robot Terminal is used for lower-level management of Bioloid components, mostly for advanced users. It is a serial communication terminal that is useful for transmitting specific commands and troubleshooting the Dynamixel network.