10 Facts You Missed from Robot History Class
Catch up on your robot trivia. Robots have been around for longer than you might think, and their evolution is developing exponentially.
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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!
Point the Way to the International Space Station with This DIY Orbit Tracker
To keep tabs on the International Space Station’s orbital position, Grady Hillhouse shows how he created a an automated tracker.
This Adorable Robotic Pixar Lamp Recognizes Your Face
This Pixar robotic desk lamp was inspired by the cute animated short “Luxo Jr.” and shares some of the same curiosity and playfulness.
5 Robot Bands That Will Rock Your Socks Off
These robot bands prove that robotics and rockage can go hand in hand. Watch these videos to get inspired for your next rockin’ robot build.
Farewell to Lem Fugitt: A Mighty Bridge Has Fallen
Lem Fugitt, publisher of Robots Dreams, passed away on August 18th 2015. Lem was a bridge connecting robot communities throughout the world.
MegaBots Wants YOU (To Fund Its Kickstarter)
MegaBots launched a Kickstarter to fund the upcoming battle between Mk. II and Suidobashi Heavy Industry’s Kuratas.
Homemade X-Ray Inspector Reveals PCB Secrets
Hardware hacker John McMaster built his own x-ray machine in order to get a closer look at the details of printed circuit boards.