LEGO Engineering

LEGO was one of many “gateway drugs” to knowledge and engineering for me. It never ceases to amaze me what one could prototype with LEGO parts. There are a few masters that I follow online. Below is some of their best work.

Lego Technic - Kumihimo Braiding Machine (3 minutes) 🔗

From Nico71’s Lego Technic Creations
An automated Lego braiding machine, based on traditional Japanese 7 reels Kumihimo braiding to create a braid , with building instructions.

Lego Technic Fast Braiding Machine (4:32 minutes) 🔗

From Nico71’s Lego Technic Creations
A 5 reels fast Lego braiding machine.

Can Lego BREAK an Aluminum Beam? (6:27 minutes) 🔗

From Brick Experiment Channel
Let’s see how Lego-compatible aluminum beam deforms or breaks when high torque is applied. The test bench is made using only plastic Lego parts (and string). Enjoy!

Making Lego Car CLIMB More Obstacles (6 minutes) 🔗

From Brick Experiment Channel
Continue where we left off in the first video. Add a second adjustable joint to the climber to make it surpass more complex obstacles. Enjoy!