We’ve had robots trying out levitating skateboards for space travel and jet-pack power is an almost ancient technology now with no one seemingly able to perfect it, perhaps this back-to-basic method could be scaled up?
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Flying robot uses old-fashioned “flapping” method
Scaled down Spaceship perfect for the patio
Those rides outside supermarkets are the bain of every parents life, you make promises of “if you’re good” on the way in and then have to feel for small change with your hands are full on the way out, you MUST let the children ride however, they never forgive or forget!. This discovery lets them [...]
Royal racing - A new desktop diversion
Snag yourself this set of wind up Windsors and set your Union Jack at the finish line before taking bets on which mechanically powered character will prevail in your ludicrous race.
RoboHawk strikes panic into pigeons
Placed up high on its perch, RoboHawk looks real enough to the city centre pests that are leaving an increasing amount of mess. Yep, this creature has a few tricks up its wings to challenge any flying rats feeling cocky.
New PLEO software shows his darker side
We’re most definitely seeing more action from both developers and owners of late, Ugobe offered the playful mode for the baby dino a few weeks back and it’s gone down well, this download is almost certain to be the biggest as you transform your cute prehistoric plaything to a Godzilla impersonator!
Rodent Robot DIY project
There are plenty of drawers and cupboards in IT departments across the country hoarding old mice, we’re unable to bring ourselves to dispose of our outdated devices, so lets turn them into office pets, we’ve stumbled upon this kind of recycling scheme.
Scalextric does the Italian Job
Slot car specialists Scalextric have released this limited edition box set of the mini trio ahead of next years 50th anniversary celebrations.
Robotic earth moving monster
The robotics team at Carnegie Mellon University have teamed up with the newly formed automation department of Caterpillar, the construction equipment makers famous for these formidable trucks capable of shifting a 240 ton payload.
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