How can I make an android out of spare parts?

tmc_6882 · Post by **tmc_6882** » Mon Sep 24, 2007 11:54 pm

A la MacGyver:
1. Build a skeleton from the scrap wood, springs and hinges.

2. Attach the motors and bicycle cables in such a way as to animate the skeleton to your liking.

3. Use the sculpting clay to artistically make models of the android's desired facial features, hands, feet, etc.

4. Use the vacuum-forming rig to make a polystyrene mold of each clay model.

5. Mold each android part in silicone, urethane, gelatin or whatever medium you have chosen. Try and save the molds in case you decide to begin mass production.

6. Attach the molded parts to the android. The stiff wire may be useful to lend support to the molded material.

7. Throw the switch.

8. Either blame your hunchbacked minion for yet another failure, or gloat and cackle maniacally.

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xodar · Post by **xodar** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 5:59 am

Maybe you could design a kit to animate and program RealDolls.

andoroido · Post by **andoroido** » Tue Sep 25, 2007 7:42 am

Study math.
Study engineering.
Study computer science.
Study art.
Build little robots.
Make sculptures.
Study materials.
Continue for at least 10 years, then maybe you can think about trying.

Stop dreaming, and start working.

tmc_6882 · Post by **tmc_6882** » Thu Sep 27, 2007 2:52 pm

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tmc_6882 · Post by **tmc_6882** » Thu Sep 27, 2007 2:54 pm

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