Any thought to changing the batteries to 2s lipo packs(used for rc) with deans or xt30 connectors? those batteries are easier and cheaper to get.

2S Lipo wouldn't work. Maybe 3S but need to regulate the voltage down to 7.4v

A photos indicates that additional parts are needed. it is unclear if the spider shield, survos, camera, ultrasonic are included? i get needs pi+bat

Dear customer, You need to prepare your Raspberry Pi and memory card, and four 3.7v 18650 batteries Other component kits include Denzel Freenove Support Team

What's the best raspberry pi board to use here given the goals of budget friendly but capable, and are the higher end boards "overkill"?

I am using the Pi 4, with 4GB of RAM. Could use 2GB probably. A Pi 3 would work too.

Can a latte panda be used in place of raspberry pi?

I don't believe so as the pi out for the motor control board that comes with the kit is specifically designed to fit with the pi

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Freenove Big Hexapod Robot Kit for Raspberry Pi 5 4 B 3 B+ Zero 2 W, Walking, Self Balancing, Face Recognition, Ultrasonic Ranging, App Control, Camera, Servo (Raspberry Pi NOT Included)

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Age range (description)
More than ten
Brand
FREENOVE
Item dimensions L x W x H
45 x 38 x 10
Size
L
Theme
Robotics

📡Ultrasonic sensor for precise obstacle detection

📸HD rotatable camera with face recognition

🦾18 high-torque servos for fluid hexapod motion

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🤖 Own the future of DIY robotics with Freenove’s Big Hexapod – where tech meets creativity!

SMART VISION SENSING - Integrated camera with face recognition and ultrasonic ranging lets your robot interact intelligently with its environment.
EXPAND YOUR STEM ARSENAL - Compatible with multiple Raspberry Pi models (not included), perfect for hands-on programming and robotics mastery.
SEAMLESS WIRELESS CONTROL - Command your hexapod effortlessly via Android, iOS, or PC using the intuitive Freenove app.
MASTER THE ART OF ROBOTICS - Assemble and program a sophisticated 6-legged robot with 18 servos for lifelike walking and balancing.
COMPREHENSIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE - Step-by-step Python tutorials empower you to code, customize, and innovate with ease.

The Freenove Big Hexapod Robot Kit is a cutting-edge, programmable six-legged robot platform designed for Raspberry Pi users. Featuring 18 servos for dynamic walking and self-balancing, a rotatable camera with face recognition, and ultrasonic sensors for obstacle detection, it offers a rich STEM learning experience. Controlled wirelessly via smartphone or PC, it includes detailed Python tutorials to guide assembly and coding. Raspberry Pi and batteries are sold separately.

Specifications

ASIN	B08M5DXS2P
Age Range Description	More than ten years old
Battery Description	Rechargeable (Not Included)
Best Sellers Rank	#94,128 in Toys ( See Top 100 in Toys ) #96 in Remote- & App-Controlled Robots
Brand Name	FREENOVE
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (374)
Educational Objective	STEM, Robotics, Programming, Problem-Solving Skills
Included Components	Robot Shield for Raspberry Pi, machinery parts (14 kinds), 20 servos, acrylic parts, LED module, camera, ultrasonic module, accelerometer module, connection board, jumper wire F/F (4Pin), LED cable (3Pin), 15Pin camera cable (25cm), 2 battery holders, cross screwdriver (2mm), cross screwdriver (4.5mm), cable tidy (150cm), multifunctional spanner, calibration graph
Is Assembly Required	Yes
Item Dimensions	45 x 38 x 10 centimeters
Item Weight	2 Kilograms
Manufacturer	FREENOVE
Manufacturer Part Number	FNK0052
Manufacturer recommended age	0 - 10 years
Material Type	Paper
Model Number	FNK0052
Number of Items	1
Number of Packs	1
Set Name	Freenove Big Hexapod Robot Kit
Size	L
Theme	Robotics
Unit Count	1 Count

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