DIY Furry Robots
by tonytang
For my final project, I want to make an interactive toy robot. I want to illustrate how simple, expressive, and versatile a robot can be.
Goal: Make a robot
Ambitious goal: Make a kit where people can assemble and program their own robot
Brainstorm Sketch:
Potential interactions:
- Sounds, movement, lights, color changes
- Human-toy interaction, toy-toy interaction
Existing product:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xpcxEPubhjw
Existing project:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_7sKLHB06Y&feature=player_embedded#!
Timeline:
Week 1: brainstorm design, interaction
Week 2: brainstorm design, interaction
Week 3: test and prototype interactions
Week 4: finalize the “look”
Week 5: finalize interactions
Presentation: