The Fable is a Education robot developed by Shape Robotics (Denmark), launched 2017, listed at $500 USD (unverified).
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Overview
Fable is a modular robotics kit for the classroom that makes it easy and fun for students to build and program their own robots. Kids can quickly prototype, test, and improve their creations while learning real-world problem solving. Suitable for ages 8 and up, it features a robust, modular design with strong magnetic connectors, wireless programming, and a USB rechargeable battery providing up to 8 hours of operation.
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Specifications
Category: Education- Payload
- 10 kg
- Reach
- 1,249 mm
- Speed
- 0.34 m/s
- Weight
- 0.63 kg
- Battery
- 3 h
- Autonomy
- partially autonomous
- Launch year
- 2017
- Price
- $500 USD
- Status
- active
Unverified — no source on record
Company profile
- Founded
- 2015
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics2
- Dof
- 2
- Repeatability Mm
- 0.01
Compute1
- Ros Compatible
- true
Safety & certifications1
- Safety Certification
- FCC Part 15,CE
Other25
- Price Tier
- <10K
- Applications
- pick_and_place
- Sub Category
- modular robotics kit
- Api Available
- true
- Datasheet Url
- Preview PDF online
- Max Speed M S
- 0.3417
- Pricing Model
- purchase
- Force Limiting
- true
- Model Variants
- Joint Module,Spin Module,Fable Hub,Fable Face
- Operating Temp
- 0–35°C (operating), 0–45°C (storage)
- Warranty Years
- 2
- Company Country
- DK
- Lead Time Weeks
- 2
- Deployment Count
- 960
- Deployment Notes
- Designed for schools, makerspaces, and home learning.
- Youtube Video Id
- WlGKqQkkwrw
- Compatible Vision
- FANUC iRVision
- Industries Served
- education
- Software Platform
- Fable Blockly
- Training Required
- basic_<1day
- Availability Status
- discontinued
- Compatible Grippers
- Robotiq 2F-85,OnRobot RG2
- Countries Available
- Global (114 countries via Sanako)
- Programming Interface
- visual_block,code_python
- Additional Information
- Modular design with magnetic snap-together parts,Supports block-based (Blockly) and text-based (Python) programming,Wireless Bluetooth connectivity via USB dongle,Strong, precise motors and built-in sensors,Compatible with LEGO® and 3D printed accessories,Ideal for schools, makerspaces, and home learning,Supports coding, physics, math, and creative design,Built for middle school and maker spaces,Limitless customization with LEGO/3D-print expansion,Ages 8+ Friendly
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Company milestones
- 2015MilestoneCompany founded
- 2015LaunchFable system introduced
- —LaunchFable Connect announced as a new telepresence product
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Fable?
- The Fable is developed by Shape Robotics, based in Denmark.
- What type of robot is the Fable?
- The Fable is a Education robot made by Shape Robotics.
- How much does the Fable cost?
- The Fable is listed at $500 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Shape Robotics — contact them for a quote.
- When was the Fable launched?
- The Fable was launched in 2017.
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