If you ever wanted to be a real-life supervillain -- or at least look one -- then you better be wandering around town in Stompy, the giant robot vehicle. The design for this totally outrageous ride comes from Project Hexapod.
It's just a concept so far, but a team of 19 is working hard to get it going. The design looks just like a giant spider, and would surely be one of the most intimidating modes of transportation out there. It uses hydraulic joints to move around and the giant legs can scale over just about everything. It can even go through water that's up to 8 feet deep.
Stompy is made to fit two, but the design can hold up to 4,000 pounds.
What's Driving This Trend
- Giant Robot Vehicles
- The rise of larger-than-life vehicles presents opportunities for developing new modes of transportation, entertainment, and potentially even alternative military equipment.
- Hydraulic Joints
- The potential for hydraulic joint technology goes beyond giant robots and could create opportunities for more efficient heavy construction equipment, prosthetics, and more.
- Outrageous Transportation Designs
- The trend towards unique and over-the-top transportation designs can be leveraged in everything from urban transit to amusement park rides.
Who This Affects Most
- Automotive Manufacturing
- The automotive industry can take advantage of the trend towards larger-than-life vehicles and develop new and unique models to capture consumer interest.
- Heavy Equipment Manufacturing
- Hydraulic joint technology can be applied to heavy construction equipment to improve efficiency, accuracy, and safety.
- Amusement Parks and Entertainment
- This trend towards larger-than-life and outrageous transportation designs can drive the creation of thrilling and unique amusement park attractions, shows, and events.
