Build Your Own Arduino-Based AI Robot with Creoqode’s Nova

If you’ve ever wanted to build your own Arduino-based robot with facial recognition but have been deterred by the complexities of bringing it to life, you’re in luck. That’s because, Creoqode — the creators of 2048 DIY game console — have introduced a maker-friendly AI robot kit.

Nova is capable of detecting and tracking faces, identifying colors, and measuring distances using an integrated HD camera and ultrasonic sensor, as well as moving in five different axes via servo motors. It can also be manually controlled by a pair of thumb joysticks included in the kit.

Users can even customize their Nova’s functionalities by connecting additional sensors and modules— Bluetooth and Wi-Fi for wireless communication, a mic and speakers for voice recognition, or wheels for enhanced mobility, to name just a few.

The platform itself is built around the team’s compact, Arduino Mega-like development board. Nova is compatible with Windows, Mac OS and Linux, and can be programmed using the popular Arduino or Processing IDEs.

Interested? Creoqode is now live on Kickstarter, where you can get yours for about $180 ($170 for early birds). Delivery is slated for May of 2018.