Have you ever wondered how industrial robots work? You know, the kind of robots that work on assembly lines building other complex pieces of machinery? Now you can unlock the mystery behind these sophisticated robots by building one of your own! Exclusively from HEXBUG comes the VEX Robotics Robotic Arm - a completely functional construction kit inspired by real industrial robot arms. This construction kit challenges you to not only Build Genius but also build a fully functional VEX Robotic Arm at the same time. HEXBUG believes in using the fun of robotic toys to teach kids important STEM principles through hands-on learning. The VEX Robotics Robotic Arm feature two alternate builds for more robotic fun! All Robotic Arm's construction pieces are compatible with educational VEX IQ pieces to create your own custom VEX robot and explore unlimited possibilities. Features 360 degree rotation The Robotic Arm can raise objects up to 14" by the left hand knob forward and backward. It also extends out 10" by twisting the right knob. Pick up common household items with the claw! Alternate builds Build the robotic arm and then choose one of the alternate builds, the chopper or the scorpion Compatibility All construction pieces are compatible with educational VEX IQ pieces to create your own VEX robot 350 pieces Allow your child to build using 350 VEX Robotics pieces Age 8 and up To spark your child's creativity and interest in space exploration