I upgraded the original EMGRobotics Spider Hack Kit to include the new 20 pin MSP430G Robot Controller Board. The new board includes a built-in IR Range Sensor, and can control up to 4 RC servos. All at the same price ($15.00 without Microcontroller, $17.00 with MSP430G2553). The controller ships fully assembled.
Ah, hadn't seen the ripoff from Jamies spider tank before. I hope (and think) that the real deal will be even more customizable.
toreskog 2 weeks ago