<description>Tektite provides modular hardware kits that combine open‑source circuit boards, pre‑loaded firmware, and interchangeable mechanical components for rocketry, robotics, and electronics education. The plug‑and‑play kits use standardized interfaces and are sold through an online store that also offers individual replacement parts, allowing students and makers to prototype and iterate efficiently.</description
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Students, hobbyists, and makers often face fragmented sourcing for rocketry, robotics, and electronics projects, requiring multiple vendors for circuit boards, firmware, and mechanical components. This fragmentation raises costs and creates integration challenges that hinder rapid prototyping and iterative learning.
Solution
Tektite offers a catalog of modular hardware kits that combine open‑source circuit boards, pre‑loaded firmware, and interchangeable mechanical parts into cohesive, ready‑to‑assemble solutions for rocketry, robotics, and electronics education. Each kit is designed for plug‑and‑play assembly, allowing users to focus on system design rather than component compatibility. The company maintains an online store where complete kits and individual replacement parts can be purchased on demand, ensuring consistent availability and price transparency. Open‑source design files and documentation are provided, enabling users to customize firmware or hardware without licensing restrictions. By standardizing interfaces across product lines, Tektite reduces the learning curve and accelerates the build‑test‑iterate cycle for STEM projects.
Target Audience
Primary customers are secondary‑school students, university labs, and independent makers who need affordable, integrated hardware for rocketry, robotics, and electronics projects.
Features
- Open‑source printed circuit boards with documented schematics and source code for firmware customization
- Modular mechanical components (e.g., flywheels, silicone tires, nylon ball casters) that snap into standardized chassis
- Pre‑programmed controllers (RotEv Controller) supporting PWM, encoder feedback, and configurable motor profiles
- Comprehensive replacement parts library (encoders, battery holders, motor boards) to extend product lifespan
- Low‑cost pricing tiers ranging from under $5 for small accessories to $125 for full electric vehicle kits
- Online storefront with real‑time inventory, single‑click add‑to‑cart, and detailed product specifications
- Compatibility across rocketry, robotics, and electronics kits through shared power and communication interfaces (XT30 connectors)
- Detailed assembly guides and tutorial videos to support self‑directed learning and classroom instruction