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Bring Your Ideas to Life from Day One
The Spark Series is a fully ArduPilot-compatible rover kit. Compact and simple, yet capable of high-precision automated route planning with RTK GPS. The powerful crawler, proven in mountain rescue operations, can carry any idea you have - the possibilities are limited only by your imagination.
Features
The Spark Kit is a rover kit designed for autonomous driving from the day it arrives. It has features that powerfully support your ideas and R&D.
ArduPilot Built-in
Comes standard with ArduPilot, the open-source autopilot system developed by developers worldwide. Automatic waypoint navigation is possible without programming. The control board features UART/I2C/CAN interfaces for various sensors. Open source enables fast development speed, transparency, and extensibility.
RTK / Mobile Connectivity
Comes standard with RTK-capable GPS modules for cm-level precision. Ground rovers are susceptible to magnetic interference, so 'GPS for Yaw' is available for compass-free operation in challenging environments (optional). With a companion computer (optional), secure VPN connection to the rover via mobile network is always possible.
Comprehensive Support
Community-based support allows easy consultation anytime. Our community focuses on user collaboration, with our company participating as moderators. We also hold seminars and events about the rover kit irregularly. Check our website or SNS for announcements. Paid support is also available. Feel free to participate and contact us.
Extensibility with Powerful Crawler
A powerful crawler with climbing ability up to 30 degrees enables rough terrain navigation. It excels in mountain paths, farmland, gravel roads, and other unimproved environments. With a maximum payload of 100kg, it's designed for transporting loads that are difficult by human power.
Specifications
Specification overview for the rover kit. Other documentation is available on GitHub (feedback welcome). We update regularly, so please check using the buttons below.
Rover Kit SPARK Kit
| Model Number | R2S-SK-DC-1 |
|---|---|
| Size | W605 x D505 x H385 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 18.9kg (battery not included) |
| Max Payload | 100kg |
| Climbing Ability | 30 degrees |
| Max Speed | 1.2m/s |
| Power | Brushed DC Motor (rated 270W) |
| Motor Gear Ratio | 1/25 (standard) / 1/50 (optional) |
| Control Firmware | ArduPilot Rover |
| Control Interface | SIYI controller |
| External Control (recommended) | MAVLink (pymavlink/DroneKit recommended) / Lua scripts |
| Sensor Addition | UART / I2C / CAN (UAVCAN) |
| Telemetry | WiFi/LTE/SIYI transmitter |
| Battery (not included) | Makita battery (18v recommended) / LiPo battery (6S) |
| GPS & Compass | GPS for Yaw, resilient against magnetic interference |
Pricing
SPARK Kit pricing reflects the value of time saved, not performance. Building from scratch typically requires months for assembly, control system setup, and tuning. With SPARK Kit, you can start verification out of the box, saving all that time.
| SPARK Kit (Standard) | 880,000 JPY (tax included) |
| SPARK LTE Kit (Standard + LTE Module) | 990,000 JPY (tax included) |
* All kits include startup training
Who SPARK Kit Is NOT For
SPARK Kit may not be suitable if you fall into any of the following categories. Please review before considering.
- Those Looking for a Finished ProductSPARK Kit is development infrastructure for research and PoC, not a ready-to-use finished product for immediate business operations.
- Those Planning Production or Permanent UseThis product is designed for proof-of-concept experiments and research purposes. It is not suitable for 24/7 operation or long-term deployment.
- Those Expecting CustomizationWe only offer standard configurations. Custom modifications are not available. Software development can be discussed separately.
- Those With No Rover Development ExperienceBasic knowledge of ArduPilot, ROS, etc. is assumed. This product is not intended for complete beginners.
Use Cases
User Testimonials
S.O.
University Research Lab
Being able to skip months of vehicle fabrication was significant. We could immediately start validating our research topic, keeping the project on schedule.
T.K.
PoC Engineer
It worked right out of the box, significantly reducing setup time. It's not a finished product so adjustments are needed, but having a base to work from makes a huge difference.
M.H.
Pilot Project Leader
We didn't have time to build from scratch, so this helped. The price isn't cheap, but considering labor costs and time saved, it's reasonable. We use it understanding it's designed for the pilot phase.
Check Compatibility
This form is to confirm whether SPARK Kit is suitable for your research or PoC. Please tell us about the configuration you need, your intended use, and current development status. A representative will contact you within 3 business days.
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