The MagazineCanada

These days, Autobot dreams have a new testing ground, and Brave Robotics is the name on the banner. A 3D printed transformer robot sits at the center of the project, capable of pivoting from a compact remote-controlled car into a walking machine. This isn’t merely a flashy gimmick; the system uses a carefully engineered frame and articulated limbs to deliver a credible walking gait when in motion, while preserving the compact, nimble character of a car when it needs to zoom along. The team has crafted the device as a hands-on demonstration built with a homebuilt 3D printer, showing what can be achieved when makers push the limits of additive manufacturing. The design is intentionally modular, offering adjustments to gearing and limb length so weight distribution can be tuned between vehicle mode and walking mode. The device is operated via a PlayStation‑style controller, a familiar interface for many users, and while the movement can feel a touch jerky at times, it still travels with surprising speed for a project of this scale. For fans and makers in North America, the project stands as a vivid example of how 3D printed robotics can translate ambitious ideas into tangible, functional prototypes.