# Bipedal Paper Mache Robots The Paper Robot Iii is Made Entirely Out of School Supplies By Michael Hines | Published 2012-08-29 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paper-robot-iii References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/walking-paper-robot-elastic-bands/23877/) & [geocities.jp](http://www.geocities.jp/kikousya290821/paperrobot3.htm) The Paper Robot III (PR-III) is a delightfully low-tech robot made out of paper and rubber bands. The PR-III was built by a Japanese robot maker and is able to walk forward using a series of cogs, elastic bands and a two-stage gear. Tightening the elastic bands around the cogs releases the force necessary to drive the Paper Robot III forward. The two-stage gear helps to manage the initial burst of power to ensure that the robot doesn't topple over. Building a robot that can walk using metal and circuit boards is tough stuff. Building a robot that can walk using only small bits of wood, paper and elastic bands is a task undertaken by only the baddest of bot builders. Should you consider yourself a [bad bot builder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pomodoro-bot) you can purchase a [Paper Robot III kit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cardboard-airplane) for $40. You can check out a video here showing the building of the PR-III. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 20% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/robots) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Low-tech Robotics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop low-cost, low-tech robotic solutions using unconventional materials like paper and elastic bands. - **DIY Robotics Kits:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create affordable DIY robot kits to foster creativity and problem-solving skills, targeting enthusiasts of all ages. - **Sustainable Robot Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore environmentally friendly materials and manufacturing techniques to create robots with reduced carbon footprint. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Robotics:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Integrate low-cost robotic solutions for sectors such as education, entertainment, and home automation. - **Toy Manufacturing:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop DIY robot kits as a unique and engaging toy product segment, appealing to children and hobbyists alike. - **Education:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporate low-tech robot kits into educational curriculums to teach robotics, engineering, and critical thinking skills. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pneumatic Robotics Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pneumatic-robot-design-kit.md) - [Independently-Running Robotic Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robotic-dogs.md) - [Balance Beam-Walking Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quadruped-robots.md) - [AI-Powered Humanoid Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/figure-01.md) - [Motor-Driven Jumping Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elastic-band-robot.md) - [Ultra-Flexible Bipedal Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unitree-h1.md) - [Hybrid Movement Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leo-robot.md) - [Diminutive DIY Desktop Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/diy-desktop-robot.md) - [Rugged Quadruped Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rugged-quadruped-robots.md)