# Robotic Component Kits The 'PurpleKit' Home Robot Construction Kit Provides Components to DIY By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-03-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-construction References: [geeky-gadgets](http://www.geeky-gadgets.com/purplekit-home-robot-construction-kit-22-03-2016/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/988476124/purplekit) When it comes to robot construction it usually requires makers to source the parts individually, but the 'PurpleKit' construction kit packs everything required. Launched on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot), the 'PurpleKit' is the work of Francisco Juretig and allows users to create various systems using the components in the kit. As one would expect, making a robot is no easy feat; designing the unit, sourcing the parts and programming everything can take a long time. The 'PurpleKit' [robot construction kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots) helps to cut down on guesswork and prepare beginner engineers for their fire forays into robotics development. Being that [maker culture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerworld-cyberbrick) is showing little sign of slowing down, the 'PurpleKit' is a formalized way for makers to continue DIYing without having to feel overwhelmed. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Robotics:** The 'PurpleKit' robot construction kit provides a formalized way for makers to continue DIYing. - **Simplified Robot Construction:** The 'PurpleKit' construction kit helps to cut down on guesswork and prepare beginner engineers. - **All-in-one Robot Kits:** The 'PurpleKit' packs everything required, making it easier for makers to source parts individually. ### Where This Applies - **Robotics Kit Manufacturing:** Opportunity to manufacture and sell all-in-one robotic component kits. - **Education:** Opportunity to use all-in-one robotic component kits as educational tools for beginners. - **Maker Community:** Opportunity for maker communities to embrace simplified DIY robotics with the 'PurpleKit.' ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md) - [All-Ages Mini Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-robot-kit.md) - [Modular Robotics Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-robotics-kit.md) - [Pneumatic Robotics Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pneumatic-robot-design-kit.md) - [Introductory Connected Device Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plug-and-make-kit.md) - [Maker-Targeted Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irobot-create-3.md) - [Sustainable STEM Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coderover-robot.md) - [High-Performance PC Build Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/corsair-build-kits.md) - [Open-Source Robot Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/reachy-mini.md)