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My Robots
A collection of robot projects and experiments.
![SPYKEE – SPIKE Prime Classroom Build Instructions – Damien Kee]()
SPYKEE – SPIKE Prime Classroom Build Instructions – Damien Kee
Apr 9, 2020This is my simple SPIKE Prime Building Instructions. It is very quick to build and uses very few pieces. This makes it useful in a classroom setting as it means that teachers can spend less...
![VEX IQ – R2D2 – Damien Kee]()
VEX IQ – R2D2 – Damien Kee
Dec 12, 2017Backstory At the VEX World Championships in 2016, I was really lucky to have the opportunity to drive around Steve Hassenplug’s full sized VEX R2D2. As I was doing it, I was amazed at how e...
![Game of Simon / Memory – Damien Kee]()
Game of Simon / Memory – Damien Kee
Oct 17, 2017Every year we have a LEGO fan expo and I love to make creations that are interactive. All too often kids are not allowed to touch anything at these expos and so they love it when they have ...
![Workshop EV3 Quick Build – Damien Kee]()
Workshop EV3 Quick Build – Damien Kee
Jul 21, 2015My RileyRover is my favourite build when I’m working with groups over more than just a session or two as it relatively sturdy and has a lot of great places to add attachments and modificati...
![miniVEX – VEX-IQ Classroom robot design – Damien Kee]()
miniVEX – VEX-IQ Classroom robot design – Damien Kee
Jan 20, 2015Most people know that I’m a big fan of simple robots in the classroom. While the more elaborate ones look great, I’m all for having a design that is quick to build with as few parts as possi...
![EV3 Musical Sequencer – Damien Kee]()
EV3 Musical Sequencer – Damien Kee
Oct 13, 2014I was recently asked to update my popular NXT sequencer for an EV3 version, so here it is! The build is pretty simple and can be made by either the Home (31313) or Education (45544) versions...
![RileyRover – EV3 Classroom robot design – Damien Kee]()
RileyRover – EV3 Classroom robot design – Damien Kee
Aug 2, 2013Did you find this build useful? Consider donating to help keep this site running! This is my simple EV3 robot design. It is very quick to build, uses very few pieces and has interchangeable ...
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NXT Crane Hybrid – Damien Kee
Jan 4, 2011Here is my version of a NXT-Crane Hybrid. Using the LEGO NXT Mindstorms system and the #8292 cherry picker. Click the link for lots more photos and information Mechanical Adjustments The fi...
![How to build a hexapod robot – Damien Kee]()
How to build a hexapod robot – Damien Kee
Nov 17, 2010This was a video I put together to show how a simple leg mechanism can be built with LEGO parts. Six of these legs combined then give a very basic hexapod robot. In the video, I have 1 moto...
![PhD Thesis Robot – Damien Kee]()
PhD Thesis Robot – Damien Kee
Aug 28, 2010The robot I worked on for my PhD. We were looking at modelling the human cerebellum in order to ‘teach’ the robot how to walk. ...
![Sideshow Alley Clown Game – Damien Kee]()
Sideshow Alley Clown Game – Damien Kee
Oct 14, 2009This sideshow alley clown game was built with just the parts from the NXT2.0 Kit. No sensor and just 1 motors, but a fun game none-the-less. The clown is a little scary, but the best I coul...
![NXT Puppy Dog – Damien Kee]()
NXT Puppy Dog – Damien Kee
Aug 9, 2008This robot design was inspired by the amazing creations of Theo Jansen. The leg design is based on a six bar linkage which I best found explained at http://www.mechanicalspider.com/ ...
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Card Dealing Robot – Damien Kee
Jun 24, 2008A robot that deals cards for poker. This robot deals from the bottom of the pack using an NXT wheel to draw out a card. A second NXT wheel spinning 5 times quicker then ‘spits’ out the card...
![Clap Back Robot – Damien Kee]()
Clap Back Robot – Damien Kee
Jun 23, 2008This robot samples any loud sounds and keeps track of the time between each. It then plays back the rhythm by tapping on a plastic container. The code is written in NXC and is a good exampl...
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Brenda Gahan - Head of Learning
Sunshine Coast Grammar School
His wealth of knowledge and expertise allows him to tailor each workshop to the specific skill level and interests of the students (and teachers) and ensures that everyone is engaged and challenged.
Digital Technologies Teacher
Victoria Point State High School
Students engaged in hands-on learning experiences that developed their problem-solving skills. It was a valuable and highly relevant real world learning opportunity.
Tammy Grady
Senior Project Officer, QMEA
Through the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA), Damien has worked with hundreds of students and Teachers from across the State, all with varying levels of robotic and programming experience. Feedback from Damien’s workshops are always full of praise and appreciation, not only for his professional knowledge, but his adaptable teaching style and ease of delivery.
STEM Teacher - Years 7-10
Tannum Sands State High School
Damien's professionalism and communications skills are superb. The very best educational expert visitor we have had come to the college.
Primary School Teacher - Year 5
Central Queensland Primary School
Damien's delivery style captivated students across every year level, from junior to senior. His depth of knowledge and genuine ability to tailor content to our students' abilities made a real difference, keeping everyone engaged and getting the most out of the experience regardless of their starting point.
Head of Curriculum
South East QLD Primary School
What stood out most was how thoroughly Damien customised the workshop to our school's specific needs. Rather than a one-size-fits-all session, he took the time to understand what we were after and delivered exactly that.