# Drum Machine Robot Autonomous Robot Makes Music With Its Surroundings By IdeaMan | Published 2008-03-23 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/drum-machine-robot-autonomous-robot-makes-music-with-its-surroundings References: [letsmakerobots](http://letsmakerobots.com/node/112) This unique little robot roams around looking for objects. When it finds one, it drums on it, [samples the sound](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tm4), then breaks into a pretty catchy rhythm using that new sound. The robot can also detect [foot stomping or hand clapping](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sound-blocks) and adjust its tempo to match it. According to the website, the materials cost about $120 and it took 5 hours to create. The builder made very clever use of commonly available items, even the wood from a cheese container! Powered by just four AA batteries, the robot remarkably uses [no servo motors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots), and reportedly runs a very long time. Very clever! And as you'll see on the video, it can be quite addictive! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 71% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Conversational Robots:** Opportunity to develop autonomous robots that interact and respond to their environment through conversation and music. - **Object Recognition Technology:** Opportunity to advance object recognition technology for robots, enabling them to identify and interact with different objects in their environment. - **Sustainable Materials in Robotics:** Opportunity to explore the use of sustainable materials in robot construction, reducing costs and environmental impact. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Robotics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create more interactive and versatile robots through advancements in conversational capabilities. - **Music and Entertainment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to create unique and immersive music and entertainment experiences by combining robotics and object recognition technology. - **Sustainable Products:** Disruptive innovation opportunity to develop sustainable robotics products by utilizing environmentally friendly materials in construction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md) - [Beatboxing Robot Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dj-beat-boxer.md) - [Gamified Music-Making Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beat-machine.md) - [DIY Adorable Robot Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-bot.md) - [Pocket-Sized Beat Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stylophone-beat.md) - [Talking Robotic Pianos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chopstix.md) - [Transforming Robotic Speakers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robosen-soundwave.md) - [Budget-Friendly Percussion Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/percussion-pad.md) - [Futuristic Flatpack Drum Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-drum-kit.md)