Create 3

The Create 3 is the next generation of iRobot's affordable, trusted, all-in-one mobile robot development platform for advanced makers learning ROS 2. 

This buildable, mobile STEM solution allows kids to tackle robotics projects with a development platform used for mounting additional hardware. Students can grasp robotics, computer science, and engineering fundamentals by programming the iRobot Create 3 to perform simple behaviors, sounds, and movements. Then, they can explore advanced CS applications, like multi-robot exploration, navigation and mapping technology, and telepresence capabilities.

$449.99
SKU
RCi3099

Get to Know:

  • Build and test robotics applications
    • A new and improved version of its popular predecessor, the Create 3 provides a full suite of modules, sensors, LED lights, and wheels to fuel robotics exploration.
  • Multi-language software support
    • Learn using ROS 2, the industry-standard software for roboticists worldwide, or leverage the iRobot Coding App and the iRobot Education Python 3 SDK for increased access to robotics opportunities and research.
  • Operational out of the box
    • Program, connect to, and control the Create 3 educational robot right out of the box with an easy onboarding process. Communicate with the robot using Wi-Fi, Ethernet over USB, or Bluetooth Low Energy technology.
  • Equipped with smart technology
    • Educators can develop affordable and scalable classroom robotics projects with the Create 3 robot's combination of intelligent sensors and actuators. The robot also comes with a Home Base charging station for docked charging. 
  • Educator resources available
    • Explore the iRobot Education Learning Library for tutorials and sample projects or venture into expansive, online open-source databases for access to software packages and libraries in ROS 2 or Python 3.

What's in the Box:

  • 1 Create 3 Educational Robot
  • 1 Home Base Charging Station

Product Contents

Robot Model 1 Create 3 Educational Robot
Battery Type 1 26 Wh Lithium Ion Rechargeable Battery
Charging Dock Home Base Station
Robot UPC 885155030948

 

Connectivity

ROS 2 Wi-Fi or Ethernet over USB
iRobot Education Python 3 SDK Bluetooth Low Energy
iRobot Coding App Bluetooth Low Energy

 

Sensors

1 Power button
2 User buttons
2 Front bumper zones
2 Wheel encoders
4 IR cliff sensors
6 IR obstacle sensors
1 Downward optical flow sensor for odometry
1 3D gyroscope
1 3D accelerometer
1 Battery level monitor

 

Actuators

2 Drive motors
6 RGB LED rings
1 Speaker

 

Charging and Expansion

1 Docking port
1 USB port, 3A at regulated 5V
1 Payload power, 2A at unregulated (nominal 14.4V)
More Information
Manufacturer Root Robotics
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