BoidKit Genesis Development Kit
The complete foundation for exploring and developing with the revolutionary BoidKit hydraulic actuation platform.
Pre-Order Availability: Estimated delivery Q1 2025. 25% deposit ($498.75) required to secure your order.
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The Complete BoidKit Experience
The Genesis Development Kit is a complete, integrated system designed to provide the ideal starting point for exploring and developing with BoidKit technology. Each kit contains all the components necessary to create sophisticated multi-DOF robotic systems with unprecedented cost-performance characteristics.
Unlike traditional actuator development kits that offer limited degrees of freedom at high cost, the Genesis Kit provides an 8-DOF system—a substantial foundation for creating meaningful robotic prototypes or research platforms. The elegance of BoidKit's centralized architecture means adding more DOFs is a simple matter of incorporating additional low-cost HAMs and valve channels, rather than complete electromechanical assemblies.
Each component has been refined through numerous iterations to balance performance with ease of use, particularly for those new to hydraulic actuation. Comprehensive documentation and example configurations help accelerate your development process.
What's Included
Prime Mover Unit
Compact, efficient centralized hydraulic power generator. Provides pressure for all artificial muscles in your system.
- Operating Pressure: 0-100 PSI (adjustable)
- Flow Rate: Suitable for 8+ DOF synchronous operation
- Power: 12V DC input, 45W max consumption
8-Channel Valve Manifold
Precision-manufactured fluid distribution system with integrated valve seats.
- Control: 8 independently addressable channels
- Response Time: <15ms actuation
- Construction: Advanced 3D-printed design with minimal leak points
Hydraulic Artificial Muscles (HAMs)
8x HAM-150 muscles capable of linear contraction under hydraulic pressure.
- Force Output: Up to 150N per muscle
- Contraction Ratio: Up to 25% of resting length
- Length: 200mm (extended)
Control Electronics
Integrated control board for valve management and system monitoring.
- Interface: USB connectivity with included cables
- Software: Open API for custom integration
- Includes: Power supply and programming examples
Integration Components
Complete set of components needed for system assembly and operation.
- Tubing: High-pressure compatible hydraulic lines
- Connectors: Quick-connect fittings for all components
- Working Fluid: 500ml of specialized hydraulic fluid
- Mounting Hardware: Brackets, screws, and adapters
Documentation & Support
Comprehensive resources to accelerate your development.
- Detailed assembly guide and system schematics
- Programming reference and API documentation
- Example applications and configuration templates
- Access to developer community and support forums
Technical Specifications
| Degrees of Freedom | 8 DOF (expandable) |
| Maximum System Force | 1,200N (combined, all muscles) |
| Power Requirements | 12V DC, 45W maximum |
| Control Interface | USB (Type-C), Optional WiFi Module |
| Software Compatibility | Windows, macOS, Linux, ROS |
| Prime Mover Dimensions | 110mm × 90mm × 65mm |
| System Weight | 1.8kg (complete kit) |
| Operating Temperature | 5°C to 40°C |
Principles of Design
The Genesis Kit embodies our core design philosophy of elegance through simplicity. By fundamentally rethinking the architecture of robotic actuation, we've achieved both dramatic cost reduction and performance improvements compared to traditional approaches.
The centralized hydraulic architecture eliminates redundant components, with a single prime mover serving multiple artificial muscles. This approach reduces system complexity, weight, and cost dramatically compared to individual electromechanical actuators.
Each component has been optimized not just for performance, but for manufacturing accessibility and supply chain resilience. We've prioritized designs that can be produced domestically with readily available materials, avoiding the fragility of globally stretched supply chains for specialized components.
Every aspect of the Genesis Kit has been refined through multiple iterations of prototyping and testing. The components you receive represent the culmination of 18 months of dedicated research and development, optimized for both performance and usability.
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