This open-source (GNU General Public License v3.0) 6-DOF robotic arm is designed for makers and educators looking for a capable desktop platform. It moves beyond simple servo setups to offer a robust, math-driven kinematic engine.
Hardware: The mechanical structure features 100% 3D-printable modular joints (all STEP files are included). The control system is powered by a Teensy 4.1, leveraging its processing speed to handle real-time calculations and smooth motor control.
Software:
• Low-Level (C++): Runs directly on the Teensy, executing the core forward and forward kinematics engine.
• High-Level (Python): A custom web application that provides a clean, user-friendly interface to control the arm right from your browser.
I hope some of you find it useful and can use it as as starting point to build something new. Enjoy!