Hobby and model stores
Hobby stores have almost everything you'll need
to build a robot. However, if you were to request a certain item
that you'll be using for your robot, they might act as if that
part was never invented. Still, you should find almost every
part you need at one of these stores.
Crafts and arts stores
Although these stores may seem "prissy" or
"homemaker-like", there are many things you can get here that
are less expensive than at a hobby store. You'll be amazed at
what you find lying on their shelves.
Hardware stores
Beit
Home
Depot, Lowes, or
Menards, you can find most
of your tools and hardware at relatively inexpensive prices.
Electronics stores
Radio Shack
is one of the major electronics stores around. You may find what
you need at a store near you. If you can't find what you need,
there are places like
All Electronics and
Electronic
Goldmine that will contain a variety of different products
you can use.
Question: I know what wood,
metals, and plastics are, but how would I know what everything
else is?
Answer: Well, let's start with one
of the most common components of robots -- electronic components
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