Baling wire Jansen walker

Craft & Design Robotics

Theo Jansen, the Dutch kinetic sculptor that inspired a way of mechanical walking, has done it again. We’ve seen versions of his walking machines rendered in plastic tubing, laser-cut plastic sheet, wood, metal, paper, cardboard, Legos. And now, baling wire, thanks to MAKE subscriber Brandon Gruber (Vista, CA).

Baling Wire Walker

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2 thoughts on “Baling wire Jansen walker

  1. dijonaise says:

    Wow – nice job, that little guy is cute!

    It looks like it wants to run off and you won’t let it…

    Nice shop BTW

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Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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