MindKits News and Blog

Secrets of the gecko foot help robot climb

"The science behind gecko toes holds the answer to a dry adhesive that provides an ideal grip for robot feet. Stanford mechanical engineer Mark Cutkosky is using the new material, based on the structure of a gecko foot, to keep his robots climbing."  Read More...

Auckmageddon Gamers Weekend - Ok so no robots but it's a great weekend for all geek kind.

So, it's pretty apparent that this isn't really anything to do with Arduino or electronics but there's a fair certainty that many of you will be keen to hear about Auckmageddon - A5, the gaming mega weekend (ok, I just coined that phrase but you get what I mean). If you enjoy playing a spot of virtual pixel splattering fun then this is a weekend you'd be advised not to miss. There's a good chance the MindKits team will show up and set up an area to let you all have a tinker with some botsand kits so sing out if you'll be there and we'll be sure to keep an eye out. TimMindKits Chief Ninja Check out the details below... Read More...

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