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.
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!
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 […]
This Goofy Clapping Robot Gives Round After Round of Applause
Simone Giertz creates an automatic clapping machine to create on-demand applause for any occasion.
Watch This Lego Machine Fold and Launch a Perfect Paper Airplane
Master Lego builder Arthur Sacek creates an amazing paper airplane factory that folds and flings planes.
Robots Getting a Grip with Electroadhesive Fingers
A new technology allows robots to manipulate varied and delicate objects
Kid Builds BB-8 Robot Out of Beach Ball, Roll-On Deodorant, and Speaker Magnets
A 17 year old builds a very impressive Star Wars BB-8 out of household and hardware store items
Lego Combines Coding and Robotics with New Educational Program for Kids
At CES 2016, Lego announced their new program, Wedo 2.0 for kids ages 6–10. Students learn STEM by building a Lego robot and controlling it via the Wedo software.
