# Miniature Toy Robots Marco Fernandes Makes Mini Mechanical Playthings Out of Found Objects By Meghan Young | Published 2013-02-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marco-fernandes References: [thisiscolossal](http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2013/02/robots-made-from-recycled-electronic-components/) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/warco) Marco Fernandes is a product designer based in Porto, Portugal, who has a talent for building [adorable toy robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-bot) out of knicks and knacks found in the trash. Of course, Marco Fernandes doesn't just use any knicks and knacks. The found objects are more often than not electrical components that combine together to form [moving mini robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kt2-kungfu-turtle). Currently, Marco Fernandes has only built nine toys in his R³bot series. Each one is as unique and different as a human being. Since they are on sale, they could delight children and adults alike. Powered by what appears to be a standard battery, Marco Fernandes' robots not only move, but can also light up. Boasting colorful wires and bright LEDs, they are much more than [tin metal cans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/objects-from-frames). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Miniature Toy Robots:** Creating miniature toy robots out of found objects with unique designs and functions. - **Eco-friendly Toy Design:** Creating toys from recycled materials to reduce waste and promote sustainability. - **Customizable Toys:** Designing toys that can be personalized and modified by the user. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Toy Manufacturing:** Manufacturing unique, sustainable, and customizable toys for children and adults. - **Eco-friendly Products:** Promoting eco-friendly toy options in the market that reduces waste and utilizes recycled materials. - **Home Decor:** Creating unique pieces of art with recycled materials for home decor purposes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Programmable Robot Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-robots.md) - [Human-Made Lamp Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/i-am-not-a-robot-lamp-collection.md) - [Engaging Musical Humanoid Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toy-robot-concept.md) - [Kinetic Art Objects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/la-machine.md) - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md) - [Creature-Like Floor Lamps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pink-robots-won.md) - [DIY Robotics Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/windbots.md) - [3D-Printable Toy Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/makerworld-cyberbrick.md) - [DIY Adorable Robot Companions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-bot.md)