Found Object Art:
Triornithopter V

The fifth series of the Triornithopter 'bots became the first robot to successfully travel interdimensionally. Its unique form allows for ease of use in surface, air, and space travel. Constructed during the middle Steampunk era, it was the first 'bot to use a matter-antimatter engine instead of steam power.

Name: Triornithopter V
Height: 15 inches (.38 meters)
Class: Multi-dimensional Interceptor
Model: Series 5
Manufacturer: Curtis-Miles Engineering

Behind the Scenes: The Making of Triornithopter V

Serendipity played a big part. I found the front face plate of a bubblegum machine at the salvage yard, and almost two months later, I discovered the main body. I was stoked when the two pieces fit together!

Many parts had to be custom designed, like the herb-cutter fenders. Stainless steel is incredibly tough; I ground my Dremel cutting wheel down to almost nothing getting through it.

First test assembly. The neck is from a car fan assembly that fit the gum machine body perfectly.

After hours of sanding and prep, the 'bot received a primer coat followed by its signature red paint.