# Modular Refuse Robots The 'Junkbot' DIY Robot Kit Turns Household Objects into Robotics By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2016-09-14 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-robot-kit References: [yankodesign](http://www.yankodesign.com/2016/09/14/other-peoples-junk-are-other-peoples-robots/) The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit enables young robotics enthusiasts to create their very own robotic units from home using the included components and a supply of objects from around the home. Using things such as [plastic bottles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bfriends-power-module), wooden utensils, CDs and even cardboard users can use the 'Junkbot' system to create miniature robots that can perform a wide array of functions. The best part about the 'Junkbot' kit is that while kids have fun experimenting with different objects and bringing their robot to life, they're actually learning [valuable STEAM concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-education-science-kits). The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit is the design work of Ferkaran de la Jara and helps to identify how parents can help to foster an educational experience for kids that's fun and interactive. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 56% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Modular Robotics:** The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit showcases the trend of using modular components to create customizable robots. - **Upcycling:** The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit taps into the trend of repurposing household objects for creative and sustainable projects. - **STEAM Education:** The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit reflects the trend of incorporating Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math concepts into educational toys. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit demonstrates a disruptive innovation opportunity for toy manufacturers to create customizable and educational robotic kits. - **Education Technology:** The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit presents a potential disruptive innovation opportunity for the education technology industry to develop interactive STEAM learning tools. - **Eco-friendly Products:** The 'Junkbot' DIY robot kit highlights a disruptive innovation opportunity for eco-friendly product companies to promote upcycling and sustainability in creative projects. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [All-Ages Mini Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/educational-robot-kit.md) - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md) - [DIY Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windbots.md) - [Art-Focused STEAM Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-in-a-can.md) - [Modular Robotics Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modular-robotics-kit.md) - [Sustainable STEM Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coderover-robot.md) - [Creative STEM-Based Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jitterygit.md) - [Learning-Focused Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robots-in-motion.md) - [Maker-Targeted Robot Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/irobot-create-3.md)