# Life-Size LEGO Medical Machinery Eric Harshbarger's Anesthesia Machine Replica is No Toy By Josh Triantafilou | Published 2012-03-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eric-harshbarger References: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/19774/lego-anesthesia-machine-by-eric-harshbarger.html) & [ericharshbarger.org](http://www.ericharshbarger.org/lego/anesthesia_machine.html) Commissioned by GE healthcare, professional LEGO builder Eric Harshbarger recently constructed a full-scale replica of an anesthesia machine in his favorite medium. He began his task with an incredible eye for detail, an actual anesthesia machine for reference and 30,000 LEGO bricks. From there he created a base and gradually worked his way up to the full-scale model. Eric Harshbarger's work perfectly captures all the contours and nick-knacks of the actual machine -- from something as banal as wheels to as intricate as life-sign monitoring screens, Eric Harshbarger has it covered. This feat is all the more impressive when one considers the planning and thought that must go into coordinating 30,000 tiny pieces of LEGO. Eric Harshbarger's creation was unveiled to the American Society of Anesthesiologists at their annual meeting. Hopefully the good doctors don't confuse it with the real deal. Photo Credits: [designboom](http://www.designboom.com/weblog/cat/8/view/19774/lego-anesthesia-machine-by-eric-harshbarger.html), [ericharshbarger.org](http://www.ericharshbarger.org/lego/anesthesia_machine.html) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.9/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Life-size LEGO Replicas:** The creation of life-size replicas using LEGO bricks presents opportunities for creative marketing and immersive brand experiences. - **Professional LEGO Building:** The demand for professional LEGO builders is growing, offering new entrepreneurial opportunities in the field. - **Collaborations Between Lego and Industries:** Partnerships between LEGO and various industries can result in unique and attention-grabbing installations that showcase innovation and creativity. ### Who This Affects Most - **Healthcare:** The healthcare industry can explore the use of LEGO replicas as educational tools, patient engagement strategies, and marketing initiatives that showcase the latest medical technologies. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can leverage LEGO replicas as eye-catching installations and interactive experiences at conferences, trade shows, and corporate events, leaving a lasting impression on attendees. - **Education:** Educational institutions can incorporate LEGO replicas into their curriculum to encourage hands-on learning, creativity, and problem-solving skills in students. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Brick Coffee Maker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-nespresso.md) - [Block Puzzle Microscope Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/functional-microscope.md) - [3D Puzzle Popcorn Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popcorn-machine-1.md) - [Vintage Puzzle Gramophones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-gramophone.md) - [Impressive Life-Size LEGO Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lifesize-lego-technic-mclaren-p1.md) - [Life-Size LEGO Brick Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/1950s-cadillac-fleetwood.md) - [Insanely Intricate LEGO Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-rollsroyce.md) - [Hyper-Detailed Motorbike Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-bmw-m-1000-rr.md) - [LEGO-Inspired Hourglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lego-hourglass.md)