Prototype This!
Overview
Prototype This! explores the feasibility of futuristic gadgets and technology inspired by science fiction films. Set in a San Francisco Bay warehouse, a diverse team of engineers and PhD holders collaborates to turn imaginative concepts into reality. Each episode showcases their innovative prototypes, blending creativity with engineering expertise as they tackle real-world applications of these cutting-edge ideas. Viewers are taken on a journey that blurs the lines between imagination and practicality, highlighting the potential of what tomorrow's technology might hold.
Episodes
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1
Mind Controlled Car
Title: Car Under Control Plot: A group of innovative creators sets out to design a vehicle that employs biofeedback sensors to limit its performance ...
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2
Boxing Robots
Title: Robotic Rumble Plot: The prototype team envisions the next frontier of gaming, and it features colossal, boxing robots. Joe and Zoz implement ...
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3
Traffic Busting Truck
The boys embark on an ambitious project to create a car that can soar above the gridlock, literally driving over traffic. The innovative lift not only...
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4
Six-Legged All Terrain Vehicle
Motivated by the unique "legs" of a groundbreaking robot named RHex, the prototypers set out to create a larger version of its design, featuring its s...
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5
Backyard Waterslide Simulator
A water theme park wouldn't be complete without a thrilling water slide, but what if your backyard lacks the space? That's where physics comes into pl...
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6
Robotic Firefighter Assistant
Engineers create two innovative tools to aid firefighters: a robotic assistant capable of transporting equipment or rescuing victims, and a visual aid...
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7
Get Up and Go
The group of engineers sets out to create a futuristic sleeping pod designed to get users awake, nourished, showered, groomed, dressed, and informed w...
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8
Automated Pizza Delivery
The team of engineers sets out to develop a completely automated pizza delivery service, utilizing a combination of robots, blimps, and a self-driving...
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9
Wearable Airbag
The team is given a tight deadline of two weeks to create an airbag specifically designed for high-rise construction workers. This innovative safety d...
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10
Virtual Sea Adventure
The team is determined to create a virtual deep-sea diving experience that enables users to SCUBA dive in a swimming pool while feeling as if they are...
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11
Flying Life Guard
The team sets out to create two aerial lifeguard systems aimed at safeguarding swimmers on beaches without lifeguards.
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12
Gecko Suit
The team works on creating two innovative devices that would allow people to climb smooth vertical surfaces and rough textures, similar to how a gecko...
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13
Dogsitter
The group of inventors sets out to create the first-ever robotic dog sitter. This innovative device is intended to engage with, take out, and even dis...