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Next-Generation
Industrial Robotics & Automation for STEM education

open-source technology

robotics and automation labs.  cost effective to maximize 1:1, hands-on learning.

 MISSION 

​To empower educators with scalable, cost-effective robotics and automation lab solutions—driven by open-source innovation and designed to inspire the next generation of creators, engineers, and technologists.

 OPEN-SOURCE REVOLUTION 

Open-Source technology is revolutionizing robotics by lowering costs, simplifying programming control and democratizing technology.

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AUTOMATION LAB 

Open-Source Robotics

and Automation

programming and integration

Includes:

Lite 6x Industrial Cobot

Control Software

24v Conveyor

Pick & Place Module

Palletizing Module

LED Signal Light

T-Slot Workstation

Laptop Holder

Curriculum

Robotic Arm Carrying Case

Programming Guide: Free

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 ROBOTICS 

uFactory xArm Collaborative Robotics

6 DoF (Degrees of Freedom)

Collaborative 

1.3 and 11 lbs. payload options

Constructed from carbon fiber & aluminum

Precision, industrial harmonic drive & servo motors

17-bit encoders designed for 24/7 operation

.05 to .002 mm repeatability

440 to 850 mm reach

EDU Customers Receive MORE with Every xArm Cobot from OSS

  • A Blockly Programming Guide: Process Functions and Programming Logic for Industrial Robotics.

  • USA-Based Support

  • 30-min Virtual Install Help

  • Available On-Site Installation & Training

  • Preloaded Programming

  • Carrying Case, Lite 6x

+Expand learning with the Open Automation Lab: conveyor, palletizing, pick & place, LED stack light & t-slot workstation.

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Live Control

Hand Teaching, Collaborative Mode

Offline Mode

Blockly/Python/G-Code

IO Setting

Collision Detection

 SOFTWARE APPLICATION   CONTROL 

  • Free to use.

  • Drag and drop to create your code in minutes.

  • Fully functional open-source Python & C++ SDK.

  • ROS packages are ready-to-go.

  • Example process operation coding is included to help deploy the robotic arm faster.

 CURRICULUM 

Open-Source Solutions' curriculum is designed and written by Dr. Mark Miller, author of over 40 textbooks, including "Robots and Robotics, Principles, Systems and Industrial Applications." Published by McGraw Hill, ISBN 978-1-259-85978-6.

Dr. Mark Miller, CSMS, CSTM, CSEG, CLSSBB

Chair and Professor, Department of Technology

The University of Texas at Tyler

Chair, ATMAE Board of Certification

Chair, ATMAE Conference Committee

Director, Texas Productivity Center

Secondary & Post-Secondary

Blockly Programming Guide: Process Functions and Programming Logic for Industrial Robotics.

Secondary & Post-Secondary

Open Automation Lab: Conveyor, LED Signal Light, Pick & Place Module, Palletizing Module, Gripper Control (mechanical & vacuum); Integration & Programming.

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WHY OPEN-SOURCE 

Future proof your EDU robotics program and join a technology movement being driven by Amazon, Boston Dynamics, Intel, SpaceX, NASA, Instrinsic (Alphabet) and 700 more...

  • Cost Reduction

  • Collaborative Innovation

  • Customization

  • Scalability

add open-source robotics to your school, college or university career, technology or engineering program 

start teaching the future of robotics at a fraction of the cost of proprietary systems

 SALES PARTNERS 

Open-Source Solutions delivers industrial-level robotics & automation training solutions for STEM education: K12, college and university-level programs.

 

Our robotics and automation lab solutions are cost-effective, scalable for 1:1 hands-on learning and built on open-source technology that's changing the calculus of industrial robotics and automation.

 

We have EDU sales partners throughout the U.S. who can provide a robotics demo, consultation, or quote.

EdTech Global
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AET Labs
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Learn More, Schedule a Demo, Get a Quote 

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