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23 DIY Robot Activities

From DIY Spider Robots to Cardboard Robot Disguises

— November 7, 2013 — Tech
If you're looking for something fun and nerdy to do in your spare time, then these DIY robot activities will definitely have you satisfied with all the robotic features.

With Sci-Fi movies and technology becoming such a popular part of mainstream culture, futuristic aspects such as robots and robotic devices have become features that people are constantly seeking to acquire. And while we can't all afford the latest robotic gadget or device off the market, creating a replica or similar alternative is a fun way to add some robotic features to your collection. Showcasing tutorials on how to make papercraft robots, toy speakers and robotic costumes, these DIY robot activities will definitely satisfy any geeky individual looking to add some humorous robotic features to their collection.
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DIY Building Block Firestarters
DIY Building Block Firestarters
This Homemade LEGO Robot Can Autonomously Light Candles
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DIY Online Cyborgs
DIY Online Cyborgs
Create Your Own 3D Droid with My Robot Nation
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Printable Paper Machines
Printable Paper Machines
The MIT Build-Your-Own-Robot Kit Allows Cyborgs to Be Made from Home
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DIY Responsive Robotic Hands
DIY Responsive Robotic Hands
Build Your Own Robotic Hand Using Simple Hardware Store Products
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Fire-Breathing Robots
Fire-Breathing Robots
The Maker Faire Dragon Can't Fly, But it Will Toast Marshmallows
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DIY Robot Kits
DIY Robot Kits
Build Yourself a Junimotion Robot for $4,000
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Vaudeville Ninja Turtle Villains
Vaudeville Ninja Turtle Villains
A Dedicated Ninja Turtle Fan Makes Amazing Villain Costume
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Recycled Electric Toothbrush Gadgets
Recycled Electric Toothbrush Gadgets
Bristlebot/Brushbot
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Real Childhood Monsters
Real Childhood Monsters
Robot Dixie is an Epic Mix of Childhood Toys by Brian Lee
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Autobot Laundry Lines
Autobot Laundry Lines
The Optimus Prime Dryer Transforms Wet Clothes to Dry
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DIY Candy-Dispensing Robots
DIY Candy-Dispensing Robots
These Quirky Robots make the Perfect DIY Valentine Gifts for Children
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3D-Printed Robots
3D-Printed Robots
InMoov by Gael Langevin is an Open Source Design for Anyone's Use
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Candy Box Robot Transformations
Candy Box Robot Transformations
This Cardboard Robot Took Serious Precision to Make
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DIY Toy Speakers
DIY Toy Speakers
The Handmade Kidrobot Munny Doll Speaker Plays Your Music Adorably
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Papercraft Robots
Papercraft Robots
Shin Tanaka Collaborates with Giant Robot Magazine for These Toy Bots
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Cardboard Robot Disguises
Cardboard Robot Disguises
Transform Into Optimus Prime With This Hand-Built Costume
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DIY Robot Mods
DIY Robot Mods
The Morphius Casemod is for Animated Movie Fans
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Customized Robotic Cork Toys
Customized Robotic Cork Toys
Turn Your Old Wine Corks into Robotic Buddies with The Corkers Set
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DIY Robots from Aluminum Cans
DIY Robots from Aluminum Cans
The Canbot Helps You Recycle, Kinda
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Geek Art
Geek Art
WALL-E Lego Model
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Recyclable Claw Costumes
Recyclable Claw Costumes
Giant Cardboard Robot Arms Will Make You the Baddest Bully on the Block
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DIY Spider Robots
DIY Spider Robots
The Spiderbot by Daniel Schatzmayr is a Hexapod
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DIY Paperbots
DIY Paperbots
Create Your Own Papercraft Gundam Using Simple Instructions
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