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Find Robot Skills for computer vision, speech, navigation, AI and hardware control. Open a skill to check its requirements and setup instructions, then add it to your ARC project.

synthiam.com — Robot Skill Store

The Synthiam Robot Skill Store is where you discover new robot skills for ARC and ARCx robot programming software. Install ready-made skills for AI, vision, navigation, speech recognition, servos, and more to quickly expand what your robot can do — whether it's a DIY project or an education robot for the classroom in ARC, or an enterprise product or industrial system in ARCx.

You can also publish your own robot skills for the community or learn how to add existing skills to your robot projects.

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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.

Examples

Example robot skills with sourcecode to see how they are created as reference when creating your own.

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.
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.
For ARCx

Intel Realsense Tracking v2

Intel Realsense Tracking
By Synthiam Inc
Tracks robot position and heading with Intel RealSense cameras, sending data to ARCx navigation, scripts, variables, video, and maps.
For ARCx

Kinect Xbox 360 Depth Mapping v2

Kinect Xbox 360 Depth Mapping
By Microsoft
Uses Kinect v1 as a depth sensor for obstacle scans, floor-drop detection, vision range measurement, tilt/LED control, and simulated testing across platforms.
For ARC

Kinect Xbox 360 Depth Mapping v6

Kinect Xbox 360 Depth Mapping
By Microsoft
Converts Xbox 360 Kinect depth frames into NMS obstacle scans for ARC path planning, SLAM, and obstacle avoidance.
For ARCx

Mpu6050 Imu v1

Mpu6050 Imu
By Synthiam Inc.
Reads an MPU6050 IMU on EZB, calculates orientation, shows 3D/horizon/graphs, publishes variables, and triggers tilt/shock/fall alarms
For ARC

NMS Example v3

NMS Example
By Synthiam
Example NMS Level #1 navigation skill showing subscription to combined scan+location data, displaying position and scan info; source code included.
For ARC

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.
For ARC

NMS Navigation Data Grabber v2

NMS Navigation Data Grabber
By Synthiam Inc.
Query NMS lidar scan data by angle, with control commands for range, arc extremes, and obstacle checks from the latest scan.
For ARCx

Nms Navigation Data Grabber v1

Nms Navigation Data Grabber
By Synthiam Inc.
Queries NMS scan data for nearest obstacles, clear paths, open directions, zones, and pose without driving or mapping.
For ARCx

Orbbec Depth Camera v2

Orbbec Depth Camera
By Orbbec
Orbbec 3D camera skill for ARCx: obstacle scans, video, depth, IMU tilt, detections distance, recordings, point clouds, multi-camera support
For ARCx

Ping Radar Scan v2

Ping Radar Scan
By Synthiam Inc.
Sweeping ultrasonic radar with live display, obstacle avoidance, clearest-direction tracking, NMS output, and scriptable obstacle zones
For ARCx

Ping Sensor v1

Ping Sensor
By Synthiam Inc.
HC-SR04 ultrasonic distance sensor skill with filtering, alarms, obstacle guard, navigation support, and shared distance variables
For ARC

PTI Lidar Plugin v2

PTI Lidar Plugin
By KeenanNW
Pineapple Technology Industries Capstone plugin adds a secretive LiDAR unit to ARC for distance measurement.