10 projects on Kickstarter, which can not pass by

200,000 industrial robots - so much iron helpers will be in operation on the lands of Earth to the end of 2015. Not far behind in terms of productivity and Kickstarter , where only the currently active projects Robot supported by more than 20 thousand. man. Naturally, some of robots - clear underdogs, but among them there are very clever minnows.

We decided to make a list of the most interesting models that are now fighting for a place under the sun in the human world.

To start a list of favorite our team projects:

PLEN 2



Humanoid robot, ASIMO in miniature. One of the most successful Kickstarter projects over the past six months. Height - 20 cm, weight - a pound. The perfect mechanical companion to hook up girl, do self and dance.

But seriously - PLEN 2 promises to be the most popular robot in the world. The key to success - open code and the similarity with the man, so you can quickly "mirror your" actions required for the robot.

T100 - The engine for water robot



As told developers: 70% of the Earth's surface covered by oceans, why limit the ability of robots land? The boys have developed a water engine that helps robots are sailing while saving potential owners a lot of money.

Originally designed turbines for their own aquatic expedition across the Pacific Ocean - from Los Angeles to Haiti. For this purpose, the robot was equipped with a GPS-navigator and solar battery, which supplies the motor during the entire trip. On Kickstarter company received more than $ 100 thousand. And is now in full swing preparing for the launch of submarine engines.

Робот-бармен



Developers make a reality of the dream lover of noisy parties. Let their version of the robot is not like the person, but the cocktail mixes in perfect proportions and unlimited quantities. The main thing - do not forget to replenish stocks of alcohol.

'Pina Colada', 'Sex on the beach "," Cosmopolitan "? Bartendro arrange everything! The project is swung by $ 135 thousand., And collected nearly 200, and a pleasant surprise, has already sent the first batch of alcoholic cars to their owners.

Robot for gamers



An indispensable tool for gamers, enthusiasts LineAge, WoW and other online games, where all the mechanics revolves around a focused and repetitive play of the same action.

Together with a joystick will go a fully programmable platform. The robot is the perfect co-pilot for gamers who are exhausted from lack of sleep and sunlight.

Ringo - Cockroach personality



Smartest Malyavka thousands programmable behaviors. Built on a platform Arduino UNO and, despite its small size, very agile moves, spinning and light than the "cockroach" finally bribed visitors Kickstarter.

The project has collected $ 85 thousand. At the stated $ 12 thousand. That is not surprising. For relatively little money ($ 80) Ringo packed with electronics: gyroscope, accelerometer, infrared sensor, light sensor, 6 LED-lights, a speaker, a sensor for determining the boundaries of the surface - and all this in a box the size of a child's palm.

Робот-кран MeArm



A small crane to bring you pechenyushki or rearrange the chess board. The dream of many children, and is now a reality - controlled crane, he also MeArm. A simple platform, which can be controlled via the connected joystick or remotely by Wi-Fi.

Perfect entertainment for the children, which a couple of months make one of these builders. And then? Then the time comes to adults! According to the statistics, not played enough in his childhood many: almost 25 thousand. Pounds of declared 5.

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There are other projects ...

3D Printed Educational Robotic Platform





It is not the first and probably not the last training robot for children. Details are printed on of 3D-printers, in - the usual Raspberry Pi. The only unique parts - a gyroscope and a small monitorchika animeshnymi eyes to make Roby more anthropomorphic.

However, the robot will be delivered learning platform available to children alone mastered the basics of electronics and robotics. The only intriguing thing in this set - this is a fun way to travel. Agree to grow and put the robot on his feet - not the easiest thing in our turbulent world.

Робот-крупье JETCARDS





Robot Carousel for European grandparents in nursing homes for the game of bridge. On the one hand, it's a great idea, but the implementation has pumped. The robot gives the whole pack at once, making it impossible to play other card games.

The developers promise to fix this and extend the functionality JETCARDS. But what to do with the zombie carousel is not clear yet. I do not know about you, but I have this dealer swayed.

Mini-Mole Robotic Floor Duster





The man all my life wanted to have a clean floor, particularly under the sofa. However, rather than to take and buy a ready robot cleaner, I sat down for a few years in his garage and began tinkering own project.

The result - a charming green-eyed mole with a skirt-broom.

Кошки-мышки



The success of this project, most likely due to the presence of a cat in the picture. After all, like toys for pets can be found in any transition. The only difference - is a ruthless sensors that prevent the poor Kitten catch mouse.

The only hope - that the battery is not eternal, and only when robomysh out of steam - beware silicon chips.

Source: geektimes.ru/company/robohunter/blog/251196/