Build a robot suited for space exploration. This educational building kit lead you through design and construction of an eight legged star explorer. Sturdy plastic pieces, pre-assembled PC boards, and mechanical parts do not require any soldering. Once complete, your robot can scale rocks and obstacles you create for a simulated moon surface. Moving all eight legs, the space nine can turn left and right, powered by the infrared remote control. The Space Nine is an eight-legged star explorer. Use the remote control to make it move and turn. The Space Nine - can walk on rough surfaces, turn left, turn right and it even will cross rocks. When it moves, its first and third legs on one side of its body move - with the second and fourth leg on the other side. Create a moon surface for Space Nine to explore and enjoy the fun. Requires (4) "AA" and (4) "AAA" batteries.