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Assembly Preparation

Mechanical Preparation

Tools, hardware, and part preparation required before assembly

This section covers the mechanical preparation work that is recommended before full assembly begins.

1. Making Inserts (Optional but recommanded)

You can install all required heat-set inserts before starting the main assembly flow, or follow the insert steps later in the assembly steps for each module.

Use a soldering iron or a suitable heat-insert tool, and complete the insert locations shown below if you want to prepare them in advance before module assembly.

  • install inserts only at the marked locations
  • keep the insert straight while pressing it in
  • avoid overheating the printed part
  • confirm each insert is fully seated before moving on

1. Torso Module Inserts

Torso insert preparation 1 Torso insert preparation 2 Torso insert preparation 3

2. Pelvis Module Inserts

Pelvis insert preparation 1 Pelvis insert preparation 2 Pelvis insert preparation 3

3. left Arms Module Inserts

Left arm insert preparation 1 Left arm insert preparation 2

4. right Arms Module Inserts

Right arm insert preparation 1 Right arm insert preparation 2

5. left Legs Module Inserts

Left leg insert preparation 1 Left leg insert preparation 2 Left leg insert preparation 3 Left leg insert preparation 4

6. right Legs Module Inserts

Right leg insert preparation 1 Right leg insert preparation 2 Right leg insert preparation 3 Right leg insert preparation 4

7. Head Module Inserts

Head insert preparation 1 Head insert preparation 2 Head insert preparation 3

How is this guide?

Tools & Parts Preparation

Tools, checks, and setup required before mechanical assembly

Electronics Preparation

Prepare the motion control board, Raspberry Pi, power system, and initial electronics checks before assembly

On this page

1. Making Inserts (Optional but recommanded)
1. Torso Module Inserts
2. Pelvis Module Inserts
3. left Arms Module Inserts
4. right Arms Module Inserts
5. left Legs Module Inserts
6. right Legs Module Inserts
7. Head Module Inserts