# Imaginative DIY Robot Kits The 'Animate' Creative Robot Kit Comes with a Range of Components By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2020-11-12 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creative-robot-kit References: [yankodesign](https://www.yankodesign.com/2020/11/11/cardboard-pieces-come-to-life-with-this-diy-robotic-kit-for-kids-in-collaboration-with-oppo/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+yankodesign+%28Yanko+Design+-+Form+Beyond+Function%29) & [oppo](https://www.oppo.com/en/) The 'Animate' creative robot kit has been created in collaboration between [Studio Fantasio](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/studio-eggi) and [OPPO](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oppo-xiaobu) as a pack of equipment that will provide [young DIYers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-bot) with a way to create a small piece of hardware that perfectly suits their imagination. The kit includes a range of electronic components as well as craft elements including an ultrasonic sensor, two DC motors, a microphone, a vibrator, a battery-operated LED and more. Users can thus create small robots that are as flashy or simple as they desire to achieve just the kind of toy that they're looking for. The 'Animate' creative robot kit is integrated with cardboard components that help to put a focus on sustainability, while also enhancing how approachable it feels. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.5/10 - Popularity: 96% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [DIY](https://www.trendhunter.com/diy) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **DIY Robotics:** Creating customizable robots with DIY kits allows for unique and personalized toys. - **Creative Hardware:** Integrating craft elements and electronic components in robot kits provides a platform for imaginative expression. - **Sustainable Design:** Using cardboard components in robot kits promotes sustainability and eco-friendly practices. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Incorporating DIY robot kits can revolutionize the toy industry by offering interactive and customizable products. - **Education:** Integrating creative robot kits in educational settings can enhance hands-on learning and foster innovation. - **Craft Supplies:** Partnering with DIY robot kit manufacturers can open new opportunities for craft supply companies to explore the robotics market. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md) - [All-Ages Mini Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-robot-kit.md) - [Art-Focused STEAM Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-in-a-can.md) - [DIY Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windbots.md) - [Autonomous Vehicle Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/autonomous-vehicle-kit.md) - [Creative STEM-Based Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jitterygit.md) - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [Maker-Targeted Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irobot-create-3.md) - [Sustainable STEM Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coderover-robot.md)