• Realego – Tic Tac Toe

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    Cross Reality: Lego Mindstorm vs Second Life Our project mixed real and virtual realities using different technologies (Mindstorm from Lego, Java, Arduino, Wiimote, Second Life, Mindstorms). Proof of concept with the game Tic Tac Toe. Laboratory: Second Lab – Groupware @ PUC-Rio Project: Realego http://secondlab.wikispaces.com/Realego Researchers: - Katia Canepa - Gustavo Carvalho Duration : 0:1:6 Technorati Tags: arduino, Cross Reality, mindstorm, Mixed Reality, [...]

  • A simple robot platform

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    A simple robot platform Duration : 0:1:1 Technorati Tags: arduino, robot

  • Toy Robot Walking

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    iphone 4 camera test. Duration : 0:1:31 Technorati Tags: robot, toy, walking

  • Video Troubleshoot for Robotic Arm Edge

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    A few solutions that should fix your OWI-535 Robotic Arm Edge if it is not currently working for you. If this didn’t help, contact us at info@owirobot.com or www.owirobot.com Duration : 0:2:38 Technorati Tags: 535, arm, help, owi, robot, robotic arm edge

  • Obey the Altar Native – “Red Hot Robot”

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    Title track from the album “Red Hot Robot” 2009. Dedicated to Red Hot Robot Toy Gallery in Phoenix. Duration : 0:4:57 Technorati Tags: denone, obey the altar native, red hot robot toy gallery, ro ruckus

  • Nachi MR20 – Yamazen IMTS 2010 Simulation

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    Nachi 7-Axis MR20 tending a Brother TC-32BN QT. This video shows a simulation of the demonstration that will be running live at the 2010 IMTS show in the Yamazen Booth # S8548. Duration : 0:2:18 Technorati Tags: automation, Brother, Inc., Industrial Robot, machine, nachi, robotic, Systems, Tending, Yamazen

  • Robotics at USC Upstate (Robot sensing danger)

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    This is a little demonstration of an example program that a student would write in the Introduction to Computer Science course at USC Upstate. The Mindstorm is going to spin around and use its sonic distance sensor to detect if there is any ‘danger’ in the area. As soon as a dangerous object is placed [...]

  • Simple light seeker robot

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    This is a 2x LDR and 2xBC547 transistor based light seeker robot Duration : 0:1:18 Technorati Tags: "lets, analog, brainless, circuit, light, LMR, make, mcu, robots, Seeker, simple

  • Humanoid robot (NAO) picking up a toy

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    NAO, a humanoid robot, detects multiple objects presented. It grasps the middle one chosen by the user’s input. Duration : 0:0:36 Technorati Tags: color blob detection, humanoid, Nao, picking up, robot, toy

  • Interbotix Robot Turret Speed Demo

    Updated: 2010-09-03 02:02:30
    A quick demonstration of different Robot Turret Speeds for the Interbotix Robot Turret line. http://www.trossenrobotics.com/c/robot-turrets.aspx Duration : 0:0:55 Technorati Tags: interbotix, pan & tilt, robot strength test, robot turret, Trossen Robotics

  • How to make organically-shaped gears

    Updated: 2010-09-02 11:02:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Thursday , September 02, 2010 How to make organically-shaped gears Clayton Boyer , creator of amazing wooden clocks , has created this fantastic demonstration video showing exactly how to make gears with crazy and unconventional profiles . Coolest of all , he does it without saying a word Here is where you can see Clayton Boyer's wooden clocks Thanks Fabrice Labels : Clayton Boyer gears mechanisms techniques video posted by Dug North on Thursday , September 02, 2010 0 : Comments Post a Comment Links to this : post See links to this post posted by Create a Link Automata Links Automata by Dug

  • BuckyBalls - clever magnetic building spheres

    Updated: 2010-09-01 10:13:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Wednesday , September 01, 2010 BuckyBalls clever magnetic building spheres I wasn't entirely sure if BuckyBalls really qualified as mechanical toys , but a they are magnets , b they can be used to construct all kinds of crazy shapes , and c they're just plain cool You can now get them in silver , gold , or black also in original' , but I'm not sure how that differs from silver They have the full selection of BuckyBalls over at . Thinkgeek.com Thanks Julia Labels : construction toys gizmos magnets metal posted by Dug North on Wednesday , September 01, 2010 0 : Comments Post a Comment Links to

  • AlphaOne Labs Rocks!

    Updated: 2010-08-31 15:18:44
    Photo 3 - 2010-08-30 Originally uploaded by Robots-Dreams. We had a great time last night at the AlphaOne Labs hackerspace in Brooklyn exploring robotics, RepRap 3D printers, laser cutters, iPhone hacks, and even at attempt at mounting an iPhone on an industrial grade power tool to create a real time...

  • Spirit USA mechanical metal toy

    Updated: 2010-08-31 11:00:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Tuesday , August 31, 2010 Spirit USA mechanical metal toy I don't know a lot about it , but here is a nicely retro metal mechanical toy part of a new . line From Glenn Barr's : blog The prototype by Jamie Mathis is looking fabulous The soon to be released SPIRIT USA metal articulated toy will be very chic and mechanically sound . The finish piece will have a nice bronze patina and several working parts . fun to play with when feeling like you'd like to destroy the . world Here is where you can see a full sized picture and or order the Spirit USA metal toy Thanks deanS Labels : levers

  • Hacking Music (Video)

    Updated: 2010-08-30 15:09:24
    Electronic music, especially hand-made electronic musical instruments, may not be "robotic" in the strict definition of the word, but they are still fascinating and a lot of fun, as we found out Sunday night. Check out this hand made music video we took at the event for a small taste...

  • 18 page mechanisms booklet by Paul Spooner

    Updated: 2010-08-30 10:41:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Monday , August 30, 2010 18 page mechanisms booklet by Paul Spooner For a limited time , Cabaret Mechanical Theatre is offering a free download of an eighteen page booklet by Paul Spooner . This is a must have for automata-makers . Read on to see why About the mechanisms : booklet Paul describes and illustrates the basic mechanisms he uses in his machines , Cranks , Cams , Levers , Ratchets and Gears . There is an exploded view of one of Paul's machines , Bad News' and then a complete project to make yourself out of card , called the Bad . Babysitter' The booklet is available for free until

  • Robot Investment Needed BEFORE Disasters Happen

    Updated: 2010-08-30 00:05:57
    Major events, especially those that capture tremendous public attention because of the potential damage to the environment like the recent Gulf Oil Spill, often highlight the need for more investment in robot research and development that can provide practical clean-up solutions. After potentially catastrophic disaster occurs, it's way too late...

  • Mechanical flying winged Grim Reaper prop

    Updated: 2010-08-29 21:44:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Sunday , August 29, 2010 Mechanical flying winged Grim Reaper prop It's getting to be that time of year again , when I young man's fancy turns to thoughts of scaring the crap out of people with motorized monsters . Or , is that just me Well , either way for 30, this animatronic Grim Reaper looks like a nice effect at a good . price From the product : description The Grim Reaper's 4' wingspan automatically flaps and his sunken eyes illuminate with an ominous glow whenever it detects sounds . It has posable arms and a skeletal visage that peer out of a hooded black tunic that has the tatter one

  • RoboExotica 2010 Festival Dates Announced

    Updated: 2010-08-28 23:55:36
    The Roboexotica 2010 Festival dates are set for December 2nd-5th in Vienna. If you're into robots, and are of legal drinking age, this is one event absolutely not to be missed. Here's how the Roboexotica organization website positions this totally unique annual celebration featuring robots contributing to improving life in...

  • Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiide!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    Updated: 2010-08-28 15:56:46
    Riiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiide!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Originally uploaded by Lenny&Meriel.

  • All It Takes is Money and Skill...

    Updated: 2010-08-28 12:35:15
    Want a Millennium Falcon, a Tie Fighter, or even a Death Star? All it takes is a little money, and some origami skill. :) Check out this amazing and very inspiring origami design work by Won Park.

  • One man's first rolling ball machine design.Wow!

    Updated: 2010-08-28 11:36:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Saturday , August 28, 2010 One man's first rolling ball machine design.Wow Would you believe this is the first rolling-ball machine that the maker , Ed Zbik , has ever made I am blown away . It's a gorgeous piece of engineering and craftsmanship . Labels : brass gravity marble-run motorized rolling ball posted by Dug North on Saturday , August 28, 2010 1 : Comments Rob Eberhardt said . That's absolutely . gorgeous August 29, 2010 9:03 PM Post a Comment Links to this : post See links to this post posted by Create a Link Automata Links Automata by Dug North Automata Resources Automata Books

  • Minimalist Walking Robot Design (Video link)

    Updated: 2010-08-28 11:35:09
    How many servos/degrees of freedom does it take to create a reasonable robot walker? Of course we're very familiar with the ROBO-ONE type humanoids that require from a minimum of 15 servos and can often exceed 24 servos. But since servos aren't cheap and can often cost $150 and up,...

  • Biosensor Pajamas for Babies

    Updated: 2010-08-28 11:07:30
    While the latest press release from Exmovere Holdings announcing "Biosensor Pajamas" for infants doesn't have an immediate connection to robotics, the implications are tremendous, especially in terms of the application of sensor, wireless, and other technology applied to detecting and communicating emotional states. With an Eye to New Moms, Exmovere...

  • Stirling engine powers Ferris wheel model

    Updated: 2010-08-27 17:30:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Friday , August 27, 2010 Stirling engine powers Ferris wheel model Here is a top-of-the-line desktop toy : a metal Ferris wheel model , powered by a small Stirling engine . It's not exactly cheap , but it sure is nice From the mode : description The Stirling engine's flywheels are connected by a rubber band to four flywheels on the Ferris wheel , powering its rotation . Made in Germany , the kit's parts are made from machine tooled solid brass , stainless steel , and aluminum components on a walnut stained wood base . Ferris wheel : 9 H x 5 W x 4 D . Stirling engine : 5 H x 6 L x 4 1 4 Here's

  • Da Vinci armored car and other invention kits

    Updated: 2010-08-26 11:07:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Thursday , August 26, 2010 Da Vinci armored car and other invention kits Here is an articulated model kit based on DaVinci's design for an early form of the tank . The model is made of plastic and snaps together it's from the makers of Snap Circuits actually so requires no special tools and is probably good for first-time builders or those who like immediate gratification . It comes with an informative manual that explains how Leonardo's invention has evolved into the modern tank . This is just one of an entire line of Da Vinci inspired kits Here's where you can check out the Da Vinci Armored

  • Steam-powered kinetic sculpture/vehicle

    Updated: 2010-08-25 11:02:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Wednesday , August 25, 2010 Steam-powered kinetic sculpture vehicle From the YouTube : desciption The objects were made by Vicktor Plotnikov , russian artist , the co-creator of the popular Snow Show , and the creator of the theatre White goat' , which were popular in countries all over the world . This object combines the features of mechanical aircraft and insect . In addition , the sound gives the impression of presence on real . airfield Here's a link to video of this steam-powered kinetic sculpture by Vicktor Plotnikov Thanks Kapitolina Labels : brass kinetic sculpture metal Russia

  • Two giant automata made by children

    Updated: 2010-08-24 11:39:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Tuesday , August 24, 2010 Two giant automata made by children Carly and Martin wrote to tell me about 30 students from Newtons Walk school who used hard work and imagination to build two very large automata . The video above shows the sculptures in action at an exhibition of pupils work , at Quad in Derby , UK . Fantastic work all Labels : children educational hand-cranked large-scale UK video posted by Dug North on Tuesday , August 24, 2010 1 : Comments Martin and Carly said . Thanks so much Dug We're over the moon to get a mention here and can't wait to share the link with the young .

  • Modular kinetic objects in boxes

    Updated: 2010-08-23 11:27:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Monday , August 23, 2010 Modular kinetic objects in boxes Shown here is The Sysiphos project by Marco . Iannicelli The Sysiphos project consists of modular kinetic objects in boxes . Made of aluminum , stainless steel , brass , and plywood , the modules are interchangeable and can be connected in a variety of . combinations Here's a link to the artist's web site with more pictures of these modular kinetic boxes Thanks Joe Labels : art boxes configurable kinetic sculpture mechanisms modular posted by Dug North on Monday , August 23, 2010 1 : Comments Andy from Workshopshed said . A very clever

  • Banjo-playing pig automaton with thumb piano

    Updated: 2010-08-22 20:24:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Sunday , August 22, 2010 Banjo-playing pig automaton with thumb piano Check out this wood automaton made by Guy Francis , a full-time illustrator who lives in Provo , Utah , United States . From the artist's : blog Most of the movements , the strumming , head turning , and banjo movement are controlled by a bunch of cams on the crankshaft . I had some extra room on the crank so I added the little bird . I wasn't sure how it would turn out , but I think its popping up and down makes me smile the most . Inside I built a little music box called a Kalimba , or thumb piano . It's not terribly loud

  • Deluxe Designing Automata Kit at CMT

    Updated: 2010-08-21 17:47:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Saturday , August 21, 2010 Deluxe Designing Automata Kit at CMT The clever folks over at Cabaret Mechanical Theatre have a very exciting new product bundle for anyone interested in starting to make their own automata : the Deluxe Designing Automata Kit . The kit includes a hand-picked selection of items to get you started with automata-making some of which you cannot get . elsewhere Here's what you : get 1. The reconfigurable wood Designing Automata Kit , which requires no glue or tools . It teaches you about simple mechanics using cams and a crank slider mechanism . 2. A selection of

  • Configurable animated mechanical orchestra toy

    Updated: 2010-08-20 17:01:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Friday , August 20, 2010 Configurable animated mechanical orchestra toy Check out these cool sketches and 3D renderings of a design for a hand-cranked orchestra automaton . The toy is the creation of designer Jin Fan From the designer's web : site The Animated Mechanical Toys product family is inspired by an orchestra band with configurable figures and mechanics . The AMT can be configured into different performers including a violin player , a flute player , and a bass player . The number of figures on the stage and the size of stage can vary by adding removing parts . In addition to the

  • Interesting 'perpetual motion' type machine

    Updated: 2010-08-19 12:16:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Thursday , August 19, 2010 Interesting perpetual motion' type machine Check out this nifty gizmo invented by Mr . Reidar Finsrud From the YouTube : description A steel ball about 2.7 inch diameter , 20 pound is rolling on an aluminum track , about 25 inches in diameter , placed horizontally . Three pendulums , about 45 inches long with tunable weights at the lower end , controls three horse-shoe magnets that the steel ball has to pass by on the track . Embedded in the track is a mechanical controlling timing mechanism . It looks like a steel wire bent into a triangular track , 5 inches long .

  • Whirligigs for Woodcarvers: bring carvings to life

    Updated: 2010-08-18 11:37:00
    : : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Wednesday , August 18, 2010 Whirligigs for Woodcarvers : bring carvings to life Here's a new . um . spin . on whirligig books . Often the figures on whirligigs are somewhat flat and tend to rely on paint for detail . This book looks like a remedy for that situation it is specifically written for woodcarvers . It also looks like a very comprehensive treatment of the subject in general From the book : description Full size patterns for making a knight , dragon , eagle , boxer and soldier whirligig Numerous photos and illustrations for visualizing whirligig features and function Woodcarving

  • Reader Contribution: Ask the Great Magnus

    Updated: 2010-08-17 11:02:00
    : : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Tuesday , August 17, 2010 Reader Contribution : Ask the Great Magnus Automata Automaton Blog reader Les Clay sent a note via the contact form telling us of a recently finished project titled Ask the Great Magnus' . This the second unique automaton he has . finished From the YouTube : description Another automaton based on the mechanism used in the Climate Change Prognosticator . A color-changing LED lights the interior under the crystal ball , but its effect is not noticeable on video . The figure's arms are poseable to some extent . The head , hands and skull are sculpted in polymer clay .

  • Book: Make Your Own Paper Toys

    Updated: 2010-08-16 11:22:00
    : : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Monday , August 16, 2010 Book : Make Your Own Paper Toys From Rodney Peppe the author of the outstanding books Automata and Mechanical Toys Making Mechanical Toys and Toys and Models : A Sourcebook of Ideas comes this small volume on how to make 10 different paper toys of your . own From the book : description The book includes details on tumbling acrobats , jumping clowns and revolving pyramids amongst other ideas . The reader is given illustrations and photographs to help with the construction of each toy , and a list of the materials which are required . The toys themselves should

  • Automata and Mechanical Toy Making Plans Page

    Updated: 2010-08-15 11:22:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Sunday , August 15, 2010 Automata and Mechanical Toy Making Plans Page People often write to me to ask if there are plans available for making your own automata . nbsp Indeed , there are some , but they are scattered around the internet , in magazines , and in books . To address this challenge , I've started a page that lists some resources for automata and mechanical toy plans for those interested in making their own . The page is divided into three : categories Free automata and mechanical toy plans Automata and mechanical toy plans available for purchase online Books that contain automata

  • Steampunk mechanical version of the bristlebot

    Updated: 2010-08-14 17:04:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Saturday , August 14, 2010 Steampunk mechanical version of the bristlebot I hesitate to post about two things in a row with Steampunk' in the title , but this little bot is too cool to pass up . This bristlebot uses an a wind-up spring-driven motor with an attached offset weight to make the little creature skitter around any flat surface . This one uses brass-brushes , so it might be useful for cleaning off rusty surfaces , but you wouldn't want to put it on your antique dining room table If you aren't up for building the bristle bot show in the instructable , you might consider the book

  • Hand-cranked steampunk spider automaton

    Updated: 2010-08-13 15:07:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Friday , August 13, 2010 Hand-cranked steampunk spider automaton From the Impsandthings blog comes this awesome mechanical spider . The creator of this metal arachnid is trained as ceramicist and has been working with mixed media for the last ten years . This has lead to some really cool sculptures of well . imps and steampunkish . things Here is where you can see one of Impsandthings' gallery of sculptures Here's where you can see a second gallery of sculptures by Impsandthings Thanks Tom Labels : animals characters fantasy hand-cranked imps insects kinetic sculpture steampunk posted by Dug

  • Book: Making Wooden Toys & Games

    Updated: 2010-08-12 13:48:00
    : : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Thursday , August 12, 2010 Book : Making Wooden Toys Games I posted recently about the book Fun to Make Wooden Toys Games Here's another book by the same authors , Jeff and Jennie Loader , called Making Wooden Toys Games This one shows how to make 19 wooden toy projects including a medieval castle , an acrobat , a magical trunk and an articulated truck . The book also offers guidance on construction , materials , tools , techniques , painting and . finishing Here's where you can order Making Wooden Toys Games Labels : acrobat books DIY magic plans toys vehicles posted by Dug North on

  • Automaton kits page with new wood & paper kits!

    Updated: 2010-08-11 11:06:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Wednesday , August 11, 2010 Automaton kits page with new wood paper kits Check out the updated automata kits page now with more wood automata including additional models from Timberkits , two great automaton kits from Pathfinders , and the versatile Designing Automata Kit . A new list of paper automata kits in book form has been added to the bottom of the page also . If you are looking to build your first automaton , or help a younger person do so , there is sure to be something to suit your needs Here's the link to the page featuring a wide assortment of wood and paper automata kits Labels :

  • Roullet & Decamps leaping and growling tiger

    Updated: 2010-08-10 11:26:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Tuesday , August 10, 2010 Roullet Decamps leaping and growling tiger This growling and leaping tiger is a nice example of an automaton made by the firm of Roullet et Decamps late in the 1800s . Personally , I want to know how the growling mechanism works From the eBay : description When wound , the tiger starts by moving his head and lower jaw up and down , and then he slowly lowers himself to the floor . Once he is crouched down he makes a short growling sound and then leaps forward . startling everyone who is watching This is a fun toy to demonstrate for your friends and he makes two or

  • Giant weevil automaton for a stage production

    Updated: 2010-08-09 11:09:00
    : The Automata Automaton Blog The Blog for Makers and Collectors of Mechanical Automata and Mechanical Toys The Automata Automaton Blog The Automata Automaton Store Automata on eBay Dug North Automata Monday , August 09, 2010 Giant weevil automaton for a stage production When faced with the huge challenge of creating giant weevil for a stage production , a team at Texas Performing Arts at the University of Texas at Austin came up with the elegant solution shown in the video above . J . E . Johnson , Scene Shop Supervisor at Texas Performing Arts , wrote to explained how it came . together About the giant : weevil In the entertainment industry we often make use of deck winches . These winches operate a cable that is hidden in a track below the stage deck to move scenery . Some of our deck

  • Bochum Welt - Robotic Operating Buddy

    Updated: 2010-08-06 22:11:41
    Eggshell Robotics The blog about artful and playful robots . And how to make . them Bochum Welt Robotic Operating Buddy Tags : music inspiration Aug_06:2010 020200 Comments(0 Related Entries Atmospheric Robotplanet : Tension by Aenima Bitfilm Festival 2008 : Call for Entries The Trons : First robot band Add your Flavour to the Article Name Email Website R andom Entry W iki About This weblog is dedicated to fresh and alternate news on robotics . We seek for music robots , toy robots , playing and gaming robots as well as the culture of robots . This blog is powered and maintained by the Node3000-Network Search Supported by Blog Topics B log L iving with Robots R andom Entry Contact Impressum Subscribe RSS Feed Blogroll Botjunkie Suicide Bots Doktorsblog Evil Mad Scientist Let's make Robots

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