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Emerson Pedroso
Finished 1.90-metre orange dragon character build with outstretched blue-lined wings, displayed at an event.
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Animatronics

Charizard Animatronic PC Build

Large-Scale Character Fabrication & Animatronics | Brazil | 2015

Overview

A 1.90-metre character build designed and fabricated as a fully operational computer case.

The project combined large-scale structural fabrication with Arduino-controlled wing movement and an integrated smoke effect released through the mouth. Its size required a reinforced internal skeleton, balanced weight distribution and accessible installation of the computer hardware and electronics.

Animatronic & technical features

  • Arduino-controlled dual servos for wing movement
  • Integrated smoke effect released through the mouth
  • Fully operational computer system
  • Reinforced structure and balanced weight distribution
  • Approximately 1.90 metres tall
  • Fabricated without 3D printing

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Contact

Need practical support for your production?

Available for prop workshop support, Art Department roles, practical fabrication and project-based Film & TV work.