Pi 5 6DOF Serial Arm Trajectory Planner
Build a Collision-Free 6-DOF Robot Arm with MoveIt2 on Raspberry Pi 5
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
Program a 6-degree-of-freedom serial robot arm to move smoothly through complex paths in both Cartesian and joint space, avoiding obstacles in real time. Using MoveIt2 on the Raspberry Pi 5, this kit transforms you from a tinkerer into a robotics engineer who understands motion planning, kinematics, and sensor integration. Perfect for AI and robotics projects—from Smart India Hackathon to university research.
What You'll Build
A fully functional 6-DOF robot arm that executes precise pick-and-place operations, draws shapes in the air, and navigates around obstacles autonomously. You'll have a real robotic system that demonstrates inverse kinematics, trajectory generation, and force feedback—the same concepts used in industrial robots.
What You'll Learn
- Program MoveIt2 to plan collision-free paths in Cartesian and joint space
- Interface a force-torque sensor to adapt arm movement in real time
- Configure ROS 2 on Raspberry Pi 5 for real-time robot control
- Debug serial servo communication with the PCA9685 driver
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi 5 8GB | 1 |
| Servo Driver PCA9685 | 1 |
| MG996R Servo | 6 |
| Robot Arm 6DOF Kit | 1 |
| Force-Torque Sensor | 1 |
| NVMe SSD 256GB | 1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | 1 |
| USB-C PSU | 1 |
| M-M Wires | 25 |
Why Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately
| Factor | Sourcing Separately | Compoden Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility checks | You verify every part | Pre-tested as a system |
| Build support | Forums and scattered tutorials | AI companion trained on this exact project |
| Time to first working build | Days of debugging | Hours, with step-by-step guidance |
| Shipping coordination | Multiple sellers, multiple delays | One shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days |
Who This Kit Is For
This kit is designed for CBSE Class 11–12 students exploring robotics and AI, B.Tech ECE/EEE/CS students working on final-year projects, Smart India Hackathon participants needing a quick-to-deploy robotic arm, and ATL Tinkering Lab instructors. It's also ideal for IIT, NIT, VIT, BITS researchers prototyping motion planning algorithms.
Built and Backed by Compoden
Every Compoden kit ships with an AI build companion trained on this exact project — accessible via a QR code on the box, with WhatsApp and email backup. We've spent 10 years building projects for makers, schools, and institutions across India. If a part fails because of a manufacturing defect, replace it free within 7 days.
What if I get stuck during the build?
Scan the QR code inside the box to chat with your AI build companion, trained on every step of this project. For extra help, WhatsApp us directly—we respond within hours.
Can I program this arm to avoid obstacles in real time?
Yes, MoveIt2 uses the robot's URDF model and sensor data (including the force-torque sensor) to plan collision-free paths. You'll write code that adapts trajectories on the fly when obstacles are detected.
Does it require soldering?
No soldering needed. All connections between the Raspberry Pi, servo driver, sensors, and servos use jumper wires and plug-in headers.
What ROS 2 version is supported?
The kit is fully tested with ROS 2 Humble running on Raspberry Pi 5. Pre-compiled MoveIt2 packages are provided, so you skip the lengthy build process.
MoveIt2 on Pi 5 plans collision-free trajectories for a 6-DOF arm — cartesian and joint space motion with obstacle avoidance.
What's in this kit
- Raspberry Pi 5 8GB
- Servo Driver PCA9685
- MG996R Servo x6
- Robot Arm 6DOF Kit
- Force-Torque Sensor
- NVMe SSD 256GB
- Pi 5 M.2 HAT+
- USB-C PSU
- M-M Wires x25
Shipping Information
- Prepaid Orders: ₹75 for orders up to ₹999, FREE shipping above ₹999
- COD Orders: ₹125 shipping + ₹50 COD fee = ₹175 total
- Delivery Timeline: Dispatch in 1-2 days, delivery in 2-7 days depending on location
Returns & Warranty
- 7-Day Return: Manufacturing defects only (approval required)
- Warranty: 7 days from delivery
- Non-Returnable: Batteries, consumables, cut wires, clearance items