technabob » motorized http://technabob.com/blog gadgets, gizmos, games, cool gadgets, geeky gadgets Mon, 15 Mar 2010 02:47:18 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 awesome lego avatar helicopter with a hidden twist http://technabob.com/blog/2010/03/02/lego-avatar-helicopter/ http://technabob.com/blog/2010/03/02/lego-avatar-helicopter/#comments Tue, 02 Mar 2010 16:28:22 +0000 range http://technabob.com/blog/?p=29095 Avatar, you can get more of it thanks to this awesome LEGO Avatar Battle Helicopter. Before you start drooling, there’s more to it than meets the eye, so read on! This thing has got doors that open, a sort of hydraulic cargo door, and get this,…]]> If you didn’t already have enough of James Cameron’s Avatar, you can get more of it thanks to this awesome LEGO Avatar Battle Helicopter. Before you start drooling, there’s more to it than meets the eye, so read on!

lego avatar toy helicopter technics

This thing has got doors that open, a sort of hydraulic cargo door, and get this, the blades actually work thanks to a small LEGO motor. That’s not all. There is this joystick in the middle of the roof of the helicopter that lets you control the orientation of the four helicopter blades. It’s amazing.

lego avatar toy helicopter technics

This model was built by Barman and I think that it could easily be transformed into a fully working R/C helicopter. I can just imagine how maneuverable it would be. Check out the video to be astounded!

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]]> http://technabob.com/blog/2010/03/02/lego-avatar-helicopter/feed/ 2 altered electric skateboards for real speed demons http://technabob.com/blog/2008/10/21/altered-electric-skateboards-for-real-speed-demons/ http://technabob.com/blog/2008/10/21/altered-electric-skateboards-for-real-speed-demons/#comments Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:38:14 +0000 technabob http://technabob.com/blog/?p=4954 Back when I was a kid, I tried to get on a skateboard a couple of times. But just about every time I did, I couldn’t manage to build up enough momentum to ride for more than a few seconds without wiping out. Up until now, there was no other choice for me but to pick up a video game controller and live vicariously through Tony Hawk.

Then along came Altered with their crazy self-propelled electric skateboards.

With models ranging from the off-road capable Green Machine 2.0 to the more traditional looking zebrawood Big Dream, each board has a unique personality.

Most models run on a hefty 36-volt rechargeable battery pack, which powers a belt-driven electric motor. While you’re in motion, you can adjust your speed using a wireless handheld throttle control.

The high-end (600-watt) models can hit 19 to 20 MPH without breaking a sweat, while the entry-level Wombat (250-watt) tops out at 12 MPH.

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Prices range from $599 to $799 for the beefy 600-watt models, with the 250-watt Wombat selling for just $399. Altered just recently took the wraps off their 2009 editions and expects to start shipping most models before the holidays. You can check out the full line over at Altered Electric Skateboards.

]]> http://technabob.com/blog/2008/10/21/altered-electric-skateboards-for-real-speed-demons/feed/ 3 tomy i-sobot shoots an arrow straight through my heart http://technabob.com/blog/2008/01/07/tomy-isobot-robot/ http://technabob.com/blog/2008/01/07/tomy-isobot-robot/#comments Mon, 07 Jan 2008 12:45:43 +0000 technabob http://technabob.com/blog/2008/01/07/tomy-isobot-robot/ Tomy’s i-SOBOT mini robot has been receiving raves for it’s cool moves and programmability. This recent clip from Robots Dreams shows off the talented little robot doing his best bow and arrow work.

iSobot Robot Archery

While I wouldn’t necessarily let the pint-sized robot shoot an apple off of my head, I’m still pretty impressed by the motion capabilities of the little guy.

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For those of you unfamiliar with Tomy’s i-SOBOT, the 6.5-inch tall robot offers an amazing range of movements, with over 200 pre-programmed moves, plus the ability to string them together into complex choreography. Plus, the i-SOBOT doesn’t just walk the walk, he talks the talk, with over 200 words and phrases built in as well.

iSobot

You can find Tomy’s i-SOBOT over on Amazon for around $200.

]]> http://technabob.com/blog/2008/01/07/tomy-isobot-robot/feed/ 8 cooler scooter chills drinks at 14 mph http://technabob.com/blog/2007/10/28/cooler-scooter-chills-drinks-at-14-mph/ http://technabob.com/blog/2007/10/28/cooler-scooter-chills-drinks-at-14-mph/#comments Mon, 29 Oct 2007 02:31:33 +0000 technabob http://technabob.com/blog/2007/10/28/cooler-scooter-chills-drinks-at-14-mph/ With football season in full swing, why not arrive at your next tailgate party in style? This ride-on cooler not only speeds you along to your destination, it’ll keep your drinks and snacks nice and chilled on the way.

Cooler Scooter from Hammacher Schlemmer

This rechargeable electric scooter holds up to 24 cans of your favorite beverages, along with 8 pounds of ice right under your bum. There’s even a cup holder right between your legs so you can have a can of the cold stuff for yourself. If sitting on a cooler doesn’t sound very comfortable to you, there’s an optional padded seat that bolts on for about $30.

The three-wheeled vehicle can hold up to 300lbs and propel you down the road at up to 14 miles per hour. You’ll be able to drive about 15 miles on a single charge. While I’m not certain if this thing is street-legal, it’s probably fine for tooling around the parking lot at the stadium, delivering cold brews to your buddies.

You can find the 14 M.P.H. Cooler at Hammacher Schlemmer for $499.95.

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