myCobot 280

Developed by Elephant Robotics, the myCobot 280 PI 2023 model integrates a Raspberry Pi microprocessor running the Ubuntu Mate 20.04 operating system, allowing it to operate independently by connecting a monitor, keyboard, and mouse without requiring a separate PC for master control. The arm has a 280mm working radius and a payload capacity suited to lightweight manipulation tasks, with six degrees of freedom that enable a range of motion suitable for demonstrating industrial robotics concepts at a desktop scale.

The device supports multiple programming languages, including Python, C++, and visual block-based programming environments, making it applicable across different stages of computing and engineering education. It is commonly used in secondary schools, further education colleges, and universities for teaching topics such as kinematics, automation, machine vision, and artificial intelligence integration.

The platform is compatible with accessories such as adaptive grippers, suction pumps, and cameras, and includes documentation through GitBook to support classroom use, project-based learning, and STEM curriculum delivery.