Introduction: 3D Printable and Programmable Santa Claus Otto Robot for Children

By Otto DIY
About: Product Design Engineer & maker, roboticist, 3D modeling professional and 3D printing enthusiast. Creator and Founder of Otto DIY, a project that follows my passion for robotics, toys, open source hardwar…

This year, I made and Otto in a special Christmas design, the perfect project for this holidays season!

Otto takes you and your child on an all-in-one robotics journey, from building, programming, to designing and 3D printing their own learning robot companion.

The high-quality HP Robots Otto kits are easy to assemble, meticulously engineer to the last detail for you and your kids to have a smooth robotics experience without any extra hassle, no soldering, quick connections, fast coding and flash activities.

Starting from 8 years old. Ideal for beginners but also experienced users. Otto is also ideal for a constant life-long mastering of crucial technology skills.


More info at: https://hprobots.com/christmas-competition/

Supplies

Get the full kit here HP Robots | Otto starter Santa Edition

  1. Main custom circuit board based on ESP32
  2. Lithium battery 3.7V 1800mAh
  3. Continuous rotation servo motors (with metal gears for durability).x 2
  4. Infrared sensors detect black and white contrast for line following x 2
  5. Addressable RGB ring with 13 LED lights
  6. Ultrasonic distance sensor with RGB lights integrated 
  7. 3 wire easy plug and clip JST cable
  8. 4 wire easy plug and clip JST cable
  9. USB-C cable data for programming and charging
  10. Metal ball
  11. Rubber tires x 2
  12. Phillips screwdriver
  13. Set of M2 screws with multiple lengths
  14. Printed Build, code and 3D printing booklet
  15. A3 line following double sided map
  16. A5 stickers sheet
  17. 3D print body parts + xmas decorations

Step 1: 3D Print All the Parts If You Want Them in Other Color

Find all files here: HP Robots | Santa Otto Limited Edition kit by Otto DIY | Download free STL model | Printables.com

  1. You can print with PLA filament or similar materials
  2. Temperature: PLA ~ 215 °C | PETG ~ 240 °C
  3. Layer height: 0.2mm or less
  4. Perimeters: 3 minimum
  5. Infill density: 15% or more
  6. No need supports or rafts or brims.

Step 2: Build the Starter Otto

Follow the video or you can read every step in the manual:

Let's connect to Otto and build your first robot with starter kit.

Step 3: Add the Santa Beard and Hat

Follow the video

Step 4: Play With Remote Control

Go to this online web app HP Robots| web control and play with all basic functions.

Step 5: Code With Blocks or MicroPython

HP webcode live programming ecosystem:

  1. Beginner: Icons blocks mode like in Scratch Jr.
  2. Intermediate: Words graphical block based coding.
  3. Advanced: Text preview and direct editor in Python language.
  4. MicroPython using Thonny or similar IDE.
  5. C++ using Arduino IDE.

Runs in all OS without any installation:

  1. Windows, Mac, Linux, Chromebooks and tablets.
  2. Electronics and game simulator.
  3. Modular virtual remote control.
  4. Bluetooth remote control web App.
  5. IoT capabilities with MQTT.
  6. AI with teachable machine (BETA).

Step 6: Have Fun!

Take the chance to win great prizes in the competition Advent Calendar Challenges, which start on the first of December Learn more about at www.hprobots.com/christmas-competition/