Introduction:

The Lego Mindstorms Robotic Invention System (RIS 2.0) is increasingly used by adults for both serious prototyping and creative play. This section of my website documents research and experiments with the Mindstorms system as I explore its use as a tool for creative expression through embodied programming. I am also interested in possible subversive uses for the system; alternate projects that challenge the cultural space of the robotic hobby culture.

 

Projects and Papers:

December 2002 : Infant installation

Beyond Boy's Toys: Women, Play and Mindstorms Robotics (upcoming, Life by Design: Everyday Digital Culture)

Winter 2003 : Programming Affective Robots


Links
& Examples:


MindStorms RCX Sensor Input Page

David Baum's NQC

Contestational Robots (Critical Art Ensemble)

Natalie Jeremijenko 's Open Source Toys & Feral Robot Dogs (Aibo hack)

Historic hack: Barbie Liberation Organization

 

Expressive Play: Mindstorms Robotics
Fall 2002 - ongoing
 
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