Pi 5 Cooperative Manipulation Research Kit
Pi 5 Cooperative Manipulation Research Kit — Explore Multi-Agent Robotics with Dual Arm Coordination
Every part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.
This research-grade kit lets you build two independent 4-DOF robotic arms, each powered by a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W, that work together under a central Raspberry Pi 5 AI planner to lift, rotate, and position large objects—like a collaborative palletizer or a dual-arm assembly cell—that a single arm could never handle alone. It’s a hands-on platform for distributed robotics, motion planning, and multi-agent coordination.
What You'll Build
Two fully functional robot arms that coordinate in real time via Wi-Fi. You’ll implement inverse kinematics, servo control, and inter-arm communication to cooperatively manipulate objects up to 30 cm in length. The system simulates industrial multi-robot cells, ideal for prototyping warehouse assistants, agricultural pick-and-place swarms, or collaborative lab automation.
What You'll Learn
- Implement cooperative task planning using a central Raspberry Pi 5 planner
- Master servo control and inverse kinematics for 4-DOF arms
- Develop inter-arm communication over Wi-Fi using Python-based ROS or custom protocols
- Design and debug distributed robotic systems with real-time synchronization
Kit Contents
| Component | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Raspberry Pi 5 4GB | 1 |
| Raspberry Pi Zero 2W | 2 |
| Servo Driver PCA9685 | 2 |
| MG996R Servo | 8 |
| Robot Arm Kit | 2 |
| MicroSD Card 16GB | 2 |
| NVMe SSD 256GB | 1 |
| Pi 5 M.2 HAT+ | 1 |
| USB-C PSU | 1 |
| Micro USB Cable | 2 |
| M-M Wires | 35 |
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
B.Tech ECE/EEE students at IIT/NIT/VIT/BITS working on multi-agent robotics projects, Smart India Hackathon teams tackling industrial automation challenges, and researchers prototyping cooperative manipulation for agricultural or warehouse robots. It demands prior Python and Linux experience; the advanced build prepares you for M.Tech theses and robotics lab deployments.
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 to chat with your AI companion — trained on this exact double-arm planner and servo setup. If you need a human, our WhatsApp support is available during Indian business hours for quick troubleshooting.
Can I use a different servo or arm kit?
The included MG996R servos and mechanical arms are pre‑tested for this cooperative payload. Substituting components may require recalibration of torque limits and kinematics, which can break the distributed coordination logic.
Is prior experience with ROS required?
No, the AI companion walks you through a simplified Python‑based communication stack. However, familiarity with Linux command‑line and basic Python is assumed. You can later migrate the codebase to ROS for advanced multi‑robot studies.
What kind of objects can the arms manipulate?
With the included grippers, the two arms cooperatively lift objects up to 500g and roughly 30 cm length — excellent for demonstrating dual‑arm assembly, sorting in a lab, or tabletop warehouse prototypes in your research.
Two Pi Zero 2W robot arms cooperate via shared Pi 5 planner to manipulate large objects neither can handle alone.
What's in this kit
- Raspberry Pi 5 4GB
- Raspberry Pi Zero 2W x2
- Servo Driver PCA9685 x2
- MG996R Servo x8
- Robot Arm Kit x2
- MicroSD Card 16GB x2
- NVMe SSD 256GB
- Pi 5 M.2 HAT+
- USB-C PSU
- Micro USB Cable x2
- M-M Wires x35
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