An open source robot lamp based on Apple's Elegnt, made by Human Computer Lab

Build specs: ~$130 cost | 8-12 hours | Intermediate skill level

LeLamp is an expressive robot lamp featuring:

• 🎭 5-axis articulated movement with servo motors
• 📸 Computer vision via Pi Camera
• 🎤 Audio interaction with microphone and speaker
• 💡 LED expressions with 24 programmable LEDs
• 🎮 Record & replay custom movements

Start here: Prerequisites & Planning

1. 📋 Prerequisites & Planning - Skills, tools, and BOM
2. 🔧 Components & 3D Parts - Components and 3D Printed Models
3. 🎯 Lamp Assembly - Mechanical and electrical assembly
4. 🏗️ Lamp Setup - Runtime Setup
5. 🎮 Lamp Control - Controlling LeLamp
6. 🔍 Common Issues - Common issues and solutions

• Bill of Materials: Complete component list with suppliers
• 3D Print Files: Available in /3D/ directory (OnShape CAD)
• Software Control: LeLamp Runtime Repository

⚠️ Early Development - This project is actively being developed. We published our progress early to encourage community feedback and iteration.

• Start here: Troubleshooting Guide for common issues
• Discord: Join our community for real-time help and discussions
• GitHub Issues: Report bugs or ask questions

We welcome contributions:

• 🐛 Bug reports and fixes
• 📖 Documentation improvements
• 🔧 Design enhancements
• 🌍 Regional supplier information
• 📸 Build photos and videos

Please check existing issues before creating new ones.

Biggest thanks to Jennie and Lily at Seeed Studio for sponsoring the SO-101 Arm Kit for early developments of LeLamp.

Buy an SO-101 Arm Kit today on SeeedStudio.

This project is licensed under the GNU General Public License v3.0 - see the LICENSE file for details.