There are UK robotics companies that provide robotic kits, and some that provide customised solutions, or work on the development of service robots. Visit their websites for further information.
This company has produced the world's first fully dextrous hand that has all 24 movements, the same as a person. Their objective is to build a humanoid robot "which should be genuinely useful to anybody and everybody, at a cost which the ordinary can afford. You can view video clips and pictures of this project on their 'extras site'.
From this site you can buy robot kits, components, control products and accessories for educational purposes, industrial purposes or simply to fulfil a hobby.
The primary goal of the company is the development of service robots: (robots designed to work for or with people) for education, industry and research requirements.
SIXAXIS is a dedicated Industrial Robotics and Automation company, whose main service is the supply of robot programmers.
ST robots find themselves in R&D, testing, laboratory work and pilot production as well as many novel and/or highly complex applications that need automating.
iBOTZ is a division of Instruments Direct Limited who like to make learning fun and educational, with robots designed to teach basic electronics, mechanics and robotics.
Kawasaki Robotics is the UK robotics division of Kawasaki Heavy Industries, Japan and since introducing the first industrial robot into the Japanese domestic market way back in 1969, Kawasaki Robotics have developed into a world leader in the manufacture of industrial robots.
OC Robotics are a UK-based manufacturer of snake-arm robots.Snake-arm robots are designed for access. Access is a common requirement across all sectors of industry including aerospace, surgery, defence, nuclear and marine.
Take a look at the range of eductional robots produced by Swallow Systems.
Robotica provides services in the fields of Product Design and Prototyping and Robotics and Motion Control.
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