High School Robotics Team’s “Xcalibear” Stolen, But Maker Spirit Prevails
A high school robotics team suffer a loss with the theft of their champion “Xcalibear” robot, but they are rallying to prep a replacement.
Robotics
Making a robot can be an incredibly rewarding experience. It’s the perfect combination of creativity, engineering and problem solving. However, if you’re just getting started in robotics, it can also be overwhelming. To make things easier for those who are just starting out, we’ve put together some tips and tricks to help makers bring robots to life! From the basics of assembling your robot to software implementation, these pointers will give you everything you need to get started on your robotic adventure!
Don’t Frak It Up: 5 Considerations Before You Hack Your Hardware
There’s good hardware hiding in old appliances and gadgets. Here are 5 things you should consider when you hack your hardware.
Revisiting the Beetlebot, a Bot with No Brains but Lots of Spirit
Build the Beetlebot, a robot made from little more than spare parts, that can navigate a space, delight children, and terrify house pets
When Making Touches Lives: The Story of the R2-KT Droid
When 7-year-old Katie Johnson was diagnosed with a terminal illness, the R2 Builders Club worked together to give her her very own droid.
Robot Armies, Fish Cars, and R2-D2 Invade Las Vegas
The 2016 Las Vegas Mini Maker Faire wowed with art cars, interactive glowing art, deconstruction/construction zones, drones, and more.
5 Features That Make a Great Tech Toy
Not every tech toy is great for the classroom, but these 5 features can ensure that you can get a lot out of your tech toy.
Take Out the Trash from Your Couch with an R/C Bin
Say goodbye to the drudgery of rolling your garbage bin out to the curb. With Colin Furze’s remote controlled “wheelie bin”, you can (safely?) pilot your vile waste to the curb from the warm comfort of home. I love this idea, but let’s be honest, Colin’s design is more of an expensive practical joke than […]
