Information about the Science Museum Electric Bug

Create your own jumping bug with this great robot kit from the Science Museum.

Once assembled, the Science Museum Electric Bug will vibrate and jiggle across the floor. This robot kit is designed to teach how a tiny spinning weight can be used to create movement.

The Science Museum Electric Bug robot kit includes a face graphic sticker, plates, battery box, motor, grommet (plastic ring), screws, nuts, plastic feet, off centre mass, connecting sleeves, sticky pads and detailed instructions.

Please note that this robot kit requires 1 x AA battery (not included).

The Science Museum robots are educational toys designed to demonstrate scientific concepts taught in school. Royalties from the sale of the Science Museum Electric Bug robot kit help fund and support the Science Museum, London.