Jonydroid Posted October 1, 2016 Share Posted October 1, 2016 Congrats Paul these are so nice, cheers Joao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonydroid Posted October 1, 2016 Share Posted October 1, 2016 Brian are you going to build a walking Scoops somewhere in the near future? thx regards Joao Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian.. Posted October 2, 2016 Author Share Posted October 2, 2016 JohnnyD, copying existing toy robots does have a massive advantage: they're designed to hold motors and they naturally look right when they move. I'm copying B-Move and pulp robots which have a human inside or are designed with no interest in making them move. There's just enough room in the body for an AAA battery holder. I couldn't fit a motor inside without a substantial increase in size. Perhaps when I've had more experience I'll give it a go. But I do have some other ideas for this model: I think it has possibilities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonydroid Posted October 2, 2016 Share Posted October 2, 2016 Ok that´s great thanks Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinplate6 Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 So, Brian, any updates on this project? Don't give up now! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian.. Posted October 6, 2016 Author Share Posted October 6, 2016 Moon Man Without a Mind. That describes me perfectly at the moment.. Yes, Brady, I'm busy printing all the little buggers. I was pleasantly surprised at how many of you want one, members and non-members alike. Even my brother wants one. The body alone takes all night: I start it at about 10pm and it's ready when I wake. Of course I get the odd glitch that spoils a run. Some are at the paint stage. Some are being wired. I can't say I enjoy this part and I've realised I'm not built for this mass production thing. It takes all the printer time and I have other projects just waiting to go. I find I enjoy the research and CAD design stage, and the first few prints are exciting. I've ordered a second printer in kit form. That will take a day to build and calibrate, but it's going to be necessary if I want to speed up the production time for future projects. I really want to perfect a walking mechanism. I will fill all orders, so sit tight, dust a bit of shelf space and it will soon be with you. Here's a video of the Scoops production line: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robothut Posted October 6, 2016 Share Posted October 6, 2016 Yes, I agree, the fun is in building the first or second one, after that it becomes work. Love Modern times, so many of those machines look like robot heads in the movie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laserman Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Cool!! Would like one of these whenever available. Nice job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martijn Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Looking great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonydroid Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 Yes indeed they are very nice, red and gray colors they combine so well the robot mmmm also want one but do not know when I can buy but it iis another one to my wish list Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I Robot Posted October 8, 2016 Share Posted October 8, 2016 I love these funky guys😃 Congrats to you Ranger on acquiring Brian's prototypes! Wonderful job Brian. 👍 They would look amazing on anyone's shelf🚀 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nasa Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Many thanks Brian....Wonderful job.....love the robot and the lights......cheers Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lunik Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 The joy of unboxing, once more, this afternoon. Starts a bit weard, Moon Man emerging from the styrofoam fillup. And then, bigger than expected, dark and dangerous. Thank you so much, Brian. Even more amazing your product, holding it in my hands and seeing the details up close as e.g. the thighs to hip bone connection, the ears with pattern, the miniature switch, the lights working and colour highlights' design perfect! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROBODUDE Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Fantastic !!! I love the design of this robot and Brian did an incredible job producing it !!! AWESOME !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tinplate6 Posted November 21, 2016 Share Posted November 21, 2016 My SCOOPS Robot finally showed up! However, there must have been turbulence over the ocean, as it arrived with some assembly required; the right forearm was in the bottom of the box, but a few drops of Super Glue, and it was right as rain. A flick of the switch, and it lit up like a candle! A great first outing there Brian, I can't wait to see what you come up with next. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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