Robokiller 1

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Fighting robot dinosaur project. This is an RC 'robotic' dinosaur in kit form, built on a skid-steered platform. The user controls the left and right claws, which rotate using slider switches, and fires the neck/head/jaws by cranking them into action. The jaws lunge and bite with force. Two can be used to engage in combat battles. This project started out as a simple assembly of flat parts made from adhesive templates on plastic boards and manually cut out by hand. However, all working versions shown were built this way. For the parts that need cutting or printing, consider using laser cutters or 3D printers for ease. Non-printable components are standard engineering items available in detail on the website, where they can be listed. This project has plenty of scope for development and remodeling the original design further. Users who want to assemble the dinosaur using their own materials, improvise or purchase a pre-assembled kit, please contact us for more information about obtaining non-printable components. The idea behind this project is to create something that requires very basic workshop materials such as vice and hand drill. It should be possible without needing an advanced tool like a lathe or milling machine. Instructions can be found on http://www.robokiller.co.uk/, along with assembly photos and videos. The dinosaur is made from low-cost parts, including an economy cordless drill's motor and gearbox that drive the neck and jaws. It doesn't need any complex electronics for its mechanism. All design files, including .stl files, are available online in case users want to create or laser cut their own versions of the dinosaur components. For example, "neck studding forward.stl" is simply a curved length of M4 threaded rod. Feel free to reach out if you need any assistance with building this dinosaur. Please be aware that downloadable templates can be printed on A4 sheets for creating a custom cutting board or direct application onto 1.2mm thick plastic board for your use in assembly. Please get in touch if additional information is needed about obtaining the template files. Acknowledgments are extended to digital designer Adrian white who created all components used in this design and special thanks go to Nadia Coker who designed the dinosaur seen with a green body version on video at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xqj63r2-IeA. Please review the safety precautions found here below, since this product features complex mechanism capable of posing hazards to fingers or body parts when handled carelessly. Remove the battery pack when storing away and do not use it without proper adult supervision due to these hazardous mechanisms involved that may cause significant force during their function which may lead into bodily injuries. When handling, please be extremely cautious to avoid direct interaction with moving elements by placing hands within a safe distance away from the rotating gear or sharp components. The product does not comply as per standards set forth in international markets but still serves the intent intended when developed, for adult entertainment use. A full review on proper usage along with recommended practices for operation can be seen at www.robokiller.co.uk, this device contains several moving components so care must always be exercised by users, also avoid letting young ones play alone unsupervised near moving objects.