{"product_id":"raspberry-pi-5-non-prehensile-retail-robot-kit-push-slide-count","title":"Raspberry Pi 5 Non-Prehensile Retail Robot Kit - Push, Slide, Count","description":"\u003ch1\u003eRaspberry Pi 5 Non-Prehensile Retail Analytics Robot - Push, Slide, Topple, and Count Footfall\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp class=\"value-summary\"\u003eEvery part needed, pre-tested for compatibility, with an AI build companion trained on this exact project. Shipped from Bengaluru in 3-5 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"specs-strip\"\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e Advanced\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-15 hrs\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-25\u003c\/span\u003e\n  \u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non-Prehensile Robotic Planning\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTransform a Raspberry Pi 5 into a retail automation robot that reorganizes inventory by pushing, sliding, and toppling items - no grasping required - while simultaneously monitoring footfall with a smart camera. This kit bridges computer vision and non-prehensile manipulation, letting you experiment with how robots can tidy shelves using controlled nudges and real-time pedestrian analytics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Build\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fully functional robot arm mounted on a stable base, programmed to nudge products on shelves based on real-time camera analytics. The Pi Camera Module 3 tracks store visitors and identifies misplaced items, then the servo-driven arm corrects shelf layout using calculated pushes and slides - a demonstration of non-prehensile manipulation in a simulated retail environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Learn\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDeveloping non-prehensile manipulation strategies: pushing, sliding, and toppling objects with a 4-servo robotic arm.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIntegrating Raspberry Pi 5 with a high-resolution camera and NVMe SSD to run object detection and footfall counting at the edge.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProgramming servo sequences via PCA9685 driver to execute complex motion plans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eBuilding a complete retail analytics pipeline that combines computer vision and robotic action for inventory management.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRaspberry Pi 5 8GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePi Camera Module 3\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eServo Driver PCA9685\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMG996R Servo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRobot Arm Kit\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNVMe SSD 512GB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePi 5 M.2 HAT+\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C PSU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eM-M Wires\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy This Kit Instead of Sourcing Parts Separately\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFactor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSourcing Separately\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompoden Kit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n  \u003ctbody\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatibility checks\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYou verify every part\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePre-tested as a system\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBuild support\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForums and scattered tutorials\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAI companion trained on this exact project\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTime to first working build\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDays of debugging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHours, with step-by-step guidance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShipping coordination\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMultiple sellers, multiple delays\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne shipment from Bengaluru in 3-5 days\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWho This Kit Is For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineering students tackling Smart India Hackathon retail challenges, B.Tech ECE or CSE majors working on automation projects, and robotics enthusiasts from IIT, NIT, VIT, or BITS campuses. If you have experience with Linux, Python, and basic electronics, this kit will push your skills into advanced robotic planning and edge AI.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBuilt and Backed by Compoden\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat if I get stuck during the build?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eScan the QR code inside the box to access your AI build companion, which is trained on this exact non-prehensile robot setup. You can also ask questions over WhatsApp for real-time help.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo I need prior experience with robotic arms?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, this kit assumes intermediate to advanced understanding of servos, kinematics, and Python scripting. The AI companion provides guidance, but you should be comfortable with command-line Linux and GPIO control.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan this robot work on actual retail shelves?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit simulates retail inventory manipulation on a provided build platform. While the principles apply to real-world shelves, you would need to adapt the mechanical design and safety measures for a live store environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow does the footfall counting work?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Pi Camera Module 3 runs a lightweight person-detection model on the Raspberry Pi 5, tracking entry and exit of individuals. Data is logged to the NVMe SSD for later analytics, and can trigger robotic actions like nudging misplaced items.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"kit-description\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eRetail Analytics - Pushing, sliding and toppling actions on Pi 5 enable robot to manipulate objects without grasping - non-prehensile planning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch4\u003eWhat's in this kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/raspberry-pi-5-model-b-8gb-high-performance-single-board-computer\"\u003eRaspberry Pi 5 8GB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/4-channel-relay-board-for-esp32-30-pin-5v-control\"\u003ePi Camera Module 3\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/pca9685-16-channel-12-bit-pwm-servo-driver-module-for-arduino-raspberry-pi\"\u003eServo Driver PCA9685\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mg996r-servo-high-torque-metal-gear-digital-servo\"\u003eMG996R Servo\u003c\/a\u003e x4\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/2-wheel-smart-car-robot-chassis-kit-diy-for-arduino-raspberry-pi\"\u003eRobot Arm Kit\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/official-raspberry-pi-m2-hat-nvme-ssd-add-on-board-for-pi-5\"\u003eNVMe SSD 512GB\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/raspberry-pi-5-pcie-to-m2-nvme-ssd-expansion-board-by-elecrow\"\u003ePi 5 M.2 HAT+\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/raspberry-pi-4-official-power-supply-5v-3a-usb-c-compoden\"\u003eUSB-C PSU\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eM-M Wires x20\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"What is included in the Retail Footfall Camera Kit v19?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"The Retail Footfall Camera Kit v19 includes all components needed: Raspberry Pi 5 8GB, Pi Camera Module 3, Servo Driver PCA9685, MG996R Servo, Robot Arm Kit and more. 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