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Vex Robotics
Vex Robotics is a system primarily aimed at teaching Robotics in the classroom. However there are also some 'toy' sets as well. There are two systems
'IQ' - an all plastic system (also used for the 'toy' sets).
'EXP' - This uses metals strips and girders with square holes.
The system is made in the USA by VEX Robotics, Inc. which is a subsidiary of Innovation First International, Inc. They have agencies in many major countries throughout the world including the UK. Their website is https://www.vexrobotics.com/.
Manufacturer / Distributor
VEX Robotics, Inc., a subsidiary of Innovation First International, Inc. USA
Info from the Metal Constructional Systems Database for VEX (Ref:VEX)
Meccano principle but sig. differences
USA
2005 to in production in 2018 and continuing
Steel
8-32; 6-32
single-tapped
6-32
24
(see comment *1)
4.6 (see comment *2)
3.2 (see comment *3)
3.2 (see comment *4)
Nuts: hexagonal
Bolts: mush (crosshead)
Stainless steel with a Stainless steel finish
(see comment *5)
8.6
7.8
Comments
Kits & parts for Robots, mainly structural parts, gears, wheels, sensors, radio control. *1 Large range. *2 Square, also a few 3.2 diameter. *3*4 Square Axles & bores. *5 Also black metallic steel Bolts. Note. Data correct in 2012, additions since.
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