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Re: Robbie - the latest in mining technology
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lugnet.space, lugnet.build.mecha
Date: 
Fri, 21 Feb 2003 16:27:24 GMT
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In lugnet.space, Duane Hess writes:
> Announcing the latest technology in autonomous mining - Robbie. The concept
> is based off of Johnny 5 from "Short Circuit" in the mid '80's and the
> Spy-Bot set, also from the mid '80's.
> 
> http://www.brickshelf.com/gallery/dh34154/Instructions/Robbie/robbie.jpg
> 
> Robbie features articulated shoulders, elbows and wrists for maximum range
> of motion. Its midsection is telescopic for maximum maneuverability and
> stability underground. It can be fitted with a variety of tools through the
> use of highly toleranced wrist fittings. Robbie comes standard with chain
> saw, hammer drill and clamping attachements. Other attachements can be
> engineered to customer specifications upon request.
> 
> Full instructions are available when moderated:
> 
> http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=31953
> 
> -Duane

Just an update... Since people generally tend to respond better to REAL
pictures rather than run-of-the-mill renderings, I've uploaded some pics of
the real Robbie.

After moderation: http://www.brickshelf.com/cgi-bin/gallery.cgi?f=34742

LMKWYT

-Duane



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Announcing the latest technology in autonomous mining - Robbie. The concept is based off of Johnny 5 from "Short Circuit" in the mid '80's and the Spy-Bot set, also from the mid '80's. (URL) features articulated shoulders, elbows and wrists for (...) (24 years ago, 21-Jan-03, to lugnet.space)  

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