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zero gravity r/c cars will have you climbing the walls

Air Hogs Zero Gravity R/C Car

Remote controlled race cars are pretty much a dime-a-dozen these days, so I’m always happy to come across one that’s a little left of center.

Contrary to its name, the Air Hog Zero Gravity Micro R/C car does not defy gravity. However, the car does turn the world on its side by driving not only…

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September 6th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: cool toys gadgets just plain fun

climb@tron robot scales smooth surfaces

Climbatron Window Climbing Robot

The one-trick-pony of a robot does one thing and one thing only – it climbs windows. Action Product’s Climb@tron is a two-legged toy robot that uses special suction cups to let it ascend windows and other smooth surfaces.

Just stick the little 4-inch tall ‘bot on your window, switch it on, and it’ll automatically walk…

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May 24th, 2008 comments (1) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: cool toys just plain fun robots

disappearing staircase could trip you up

Aaron Tang Wall Stairs

Next time you’re climbing a flight of stairs, be sure to watch your step. You never know if they might be pulled out from under you.

The disappearing staircase is the brainchild of industrial designer Aaron Tang. His wall-mounted stair concept uses a series of hinges and pistons to retract flush to the wall, making…

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November 11th, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: design strange + wonderful

don’t mess with this killer robot

VIPeR Defense Robot by Elbit Systems

An Isreali defense manufacturer today revealed their new portable robot that’s capable of going into dangerous war zones and taking down enemies on its own (with the aid of a wireless remote control and built-in video camera). The VIPeR robot has an a full arsenal of weaponry on board, including an automatic pistol and grenade…

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March 8th, 2007 comments (3) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: robots

crackdown suv tower climb

I’m having enough trouble just climbing skyscrapers on foot in the Xbox 360 action-shooter Crackdown. This amazing clip by gaming die hard 007craft shows off how you can actually climb an Agency Tower while driving in an SUV.

You’ll need to have mastered your driving skills with a four-star rating before it’ll work, so get…

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March 5th, 2007 comments stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: video games

chaos: one tough robot

Autonomous Solutions Chaos Robot

Autonomous Solutions has developed a robot, known as Chaos, specifically for use in hazardous situations too dangerous for human personnel. The robot has a unique 4-tread design that lets it maneuver through difficult environments.

According to Autonomous, Chaos is made for challenging jobs like explosive disposal, search and rescue, hauling gear and “other dull, dirty…

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January 20th, 2007 comments (2) stumble it! digg it! author: technabob

filed under: robots