Robot Skill Store

The Synthiam Skill Store is the perfect place to find new robot skills for your ARC software. With industry experts creating these skills, you can easily make a robot that performs all sorts of tasks.

You may also create a robot skill or learn how to add them to a robot.

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Adc

The ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) category in Synthiam ARC provides the capability to read analog signals from sensors, converting real-world signals into digital data. This is essential for interfacing with analog sensors and devices, allowing robots to gather precise data from the physical environment.

Artificial Intelligence

The Artificial Intelligence category in Synthiam ARC empowers robots with advanced cognitive abilities. Through integration with AI services, robots can recognize objects, understand speech, and make intelligent decisions. This skill category opens up a realm of possibilities for creating smart and responsive robotic systems.

Audio

The Audio category in Synthiam ARC enables robots to interact with their surroundings through sound. It includes features such as speech synthesis, audio playback, and voice recognition. This skill set is crucial for creating robots that can communicate effectively using auditory cues.

Camera

The Camera category in Synthiam ARC facilitates visual perception for robots. With camera-related functionalities, robots can capture images, process visual data, and perform tasks such as object recognition and tracking. This category is fundamental for developing vision-based robotic applications.

Communication

The Communication category in Synthiam ARC focuses on enabling robots to interact and exchange information with other devices. This includes communication protocols, data sharing, and network connectivity. It is crucial for building robots that can collaborate and communicate in various environments.

Digital

The Digital category in Synthiam ARC deals with digital signal processing and manipulation. It includes functions for working with digital sensors, logic operations, and data processing. This skill set is essential for handling digital information in robotic applications.

Display

The Display category in Synthiam ARC allows robots to present information visually. It includes features for controlling displays, showing images, and rendering graphical content. This skill set is valuable for creating robots that can convey information to users in a clear and engaging manner.

Games

The Games category in Synthiam ARC introduces entertainment and gaming elements to robotic platforms. It includes functionalities for creating interactive games and activities that engage users with the robot. This category adds a playful dimension to the robot's capabilities.

General

The General category in Synthiam ARC encompasses a wide range of general-purpose robot skills. It includes versatile functionalities that can be applied across different robotic applications, providing a foundation for building custom behaviors and features.

Gps

The GPS (Global Positioning System) category in Synthiam ARC enables robots to determine their precise geographical location. This is essential for applications that require navigation, mapping, and location-based decision-making. Robots equipped with GPS capabilities can navigate autonomously in various environments.

Graphs

The Graphs category in Synthiam ARC focuses on visualizing data through graphical representations. It includes tools for creating charts, graphs, and visual displays of information. This skill set is useful for presenting complex data in a comprehensible manner.

I2c

The I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit) category in Synthiam ARC facilitates communication between devices using the I2C protocol. This skill set is crucial for connecting and interacting with a variety of sensors and peripherals in a robotics system.

Infrared Distance

The Infrared Distance category in Synthiam ARC enables robots to measure distances using infrared sensors. This is essential for obstacle avoidance, navigation, and proximity sensing. Robots equipped with this capability can interact safely in dynamic environments.

Misc

The Misc (Miscellaneous) category in Synthiam ARC includes a collection of miscellaneous robot skills that don't fit into specific categories. It provides a versatile toolkit for handling various tasks and functionalities in robotic applications.

Movement Panels

The Movement Panels category in Synthiam ARC focuses on controlling and managing the movement of robots. It includes features for controlling motors, wheels, and other actuators, allowing robots to navigate and move in a controlled manner. There can only be one movement panel per project. <a href="/Support/ARC-Overview/movement-panels">Movement Panel Details</a>

Navigation

The Navigation category in Synthiam ARC is dedicated to enabling robots to navigate and move autonomously. It includes functionalities such as path planning, obstacle avoidance, and localization. This skill set is crucial for developing robots capable of exploring and navigating complex environments.

Power

The Power category in Synthiam ARC focuses on managing and monitoring the power aspects of robots. It includes features for monitoring battery levels, managing power consumption, and implementing power-related behaviors. This skill set is essential for ensuring the efficient and reliable operation of robotic systems.

Pwm

The PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) category in Synthiam ARC facilitates precise control of actuators such as motors and servos by adjusting the duty cycle of the signal. This skill set is crucial for achieving fine-grained control over the movement and position of robotic components.

Rafiki

The Rafiki category in Synthiam ARC introduces social and emotional interaction capabilities to robots. It includes features for recognizing emotions, responding empathetically, and engaging in social interactions. This category adds a human touch to robotic interactions.

Remote Control

The Remote Control category in Synthiam ARC enables robots to be controlled remotely by users. It includes functionalities for remote operation, telepresence, and remote monitoring. This skill set is valuable for scenarios where direct user control or observation is required.

Scripting

The Scripting category in Synthiam ARC empowers users to create custom scripts and behaviors for robots. It includes scripting languages and tools that allow users to define complex and customized robot actions, expanding the flexibility and capabilities of robotic systems. Here are the manuals for <a href="/Support/javascript-api/javascript-overview">JavaScript</a>, <a href="/Support/python-api/python-overview">Python</a>, <a href="/Support/ez-script-api/ezscript">EZ-Script</a>, <a href="/Support/Programming/block-coding/Blockly">Blockly</a>, and <a href="/Support/Programming/block-coding/RoboScratch">RoboScratch</a>.

Servo

The Servo category in Synthiam ARC focuses on controlling servo motors, allowing precise control over the rotational movement of robotic components. This skill set is essential for tasks requiring accurate and controlled motion in robotic applications.

Ultrasonic

Ultrasonic Distance

The Ultrasonic Distance category in Synthiam ARC enables robots to measure distances using ultrasonic sensors. This is valuable for applications such as obstacle avoidance, object detection, and proximity sensing. Robots equipped with this capability can navigate and interact safely in various environments.

Virtual Reality

The Virtual Reality category in Synthiam ARC introduces immersive virtual experiences to robots. It includes features for integrating virtual reality technologies, allowing robots to interact with virtual environments and providing users with unique and engaging experiences.
Misc

DHT11 Temp & Humidity Sensor

DHT11 Temp & Humidity Sensor
By Proteusy
Read DHT11 temperature and humidity on Arduino (signal pin 4) using EZ-Genuino_DTH11_Uno firmware; exposes $Temp and $Humid variables.
Digital

Read Digital

Read Digital
By Synthiam
Read TTL digital input from an ARC I/O port; real-time red/green status for low (0V) or high (+3.3/5V), selectable board/port and read interval.
Artificial Intelligence

Dialogflow v23

Dialogflow
By Google
Add Google DialogFlow NLP to ARC: conversational intents, parameter prompts, scripted responses, service-account setup and programmatic robot control.
Camera

Camera Snapshot

Camera Snapshot
By Synthiam
Save camera snapshots to 'My Robot Pictures' (Pictures folder), manual or timed (0-100s), and trigger programmatically via controlCommand.
Misc

Serial Toolbox v3

Serial Toolbox
By ptp
EZB UART parser and Serial-TCP bridge to connect EZ-Robot cameras via Teensy USB, enabling ARC camera control and USB-to-serial bridging.
Camera

Train Vision Object By Script v6

Train Vision Object By Script
By Synthiam
Train camera vision objects via controlcommand(), attach camera, start learning, monitor progress, and return object name for scripts.
Movement Panels

Custom Movement Panel V2

Custom Movement Panel V2
By Synthiam Inc.
Custom Movement V2 panel for ARC: scripts for F/R/L, Reverse, roll left/right, up/down with speed mapping to PWM for drones, mecanum & custom drives
Virtual Reality

Virtual Reality Robot v30

Virtual Reality Robot
By Synthiam
Stream robot camera to VR and control servos with headset pitch/yaw; supports SteamVR and Cardboard (iOS/Android) for immersive teleoperation
Servo

Maestro Servo Controller v4

Maestro Servo Controller
By Pololu
USB control for Pololu Maestro (6/12/18/24) via ARC Vx ports. Maps Vx to Maestro channels; supports position, speed, acceleration, release.
Servo

Relative Servos

Relative Servos
By Synthiam
Synchronize servos by designating a master; slave servos mirror scaled (decimal/negative) positions with min/max limits and pause control
I2C

Arduinocoms

Arduinocoms
By ShadowStudios
EZB v4-Arduino I2C bridge for ARC: supports custom C# code and reads gamepad or Wii controller inputs for robot control
Navigation

NMS Faux Odometry v8

NMS Faux Odometry
By Synthiam
Estimate pose odometry from movement distance for robots without encoders, calibrated by speed. Suited for DIY navigation; pose drifts with lidar.