# Egg-Shaped Robots The R1 Panda Robot is a Camera and a Projector By Michael Hines | Published 2010-09-06 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/r1-panda-robot References: [ecofriend.org](http://www.ecofriend.org/entry/r2-d2-inspired-r1-panda-multifunctional-robot-moves-using-solar-power/) & [multicomics.blogspot](http://multicomics.blogspot.com/2010/06/robocrap.html) Conceptual robot designs are a dime a dozen these days; conceptual robot designs that look like the R1 Panda Robot aren't. This robot is designed to [capture images](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebo-air-2) and function as a projector. Oh, and it's also shaped like an egg. The R1 Panda Robot was designed by Milad Taleghani, who had to have been a big Star Wars fan growing up. This bad boy looks strikingly similar to [R2-D2](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/g1t4m1n1-droid), with the exception being that this robot is solar powered with panels on its head. Egg shaped solar-powered robots -- the future is finally here. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 25% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Egg-shaped Robots:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Develop robotic designs that combine multiple functionalities, such as capturing images and functioning as projectors. ### Where This Applies - **Robotics:** Disruptive Innovation Opportunity: Explore the potential of solar-powered robots for various applications, leveraging their unique design and energy source. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Roving Projector-Paired Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2024-samsung-ballie.md) - [Adorable Miniature Security Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ebo-x-robot.md) - [Educational Language Learning Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pudding-beansprout-robot.md) - [Bionic Panda Cubs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anan-bionic-panda-cub.md) - [Rolling Pet Connectivity Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freshrobot-rollbot.md) - [Film-Inspired AI-Powered Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doly.md) - [Shapeshifting Restaurant Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotating-table-service-robot.md) - [Miniature Air Purifier Robots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plani.md) - [Roving Robotic AC Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/robot-air-conditioner.md)