Bristlebots is a simple to assemble robot where motion is caused by the transfer of kinetic energy from the motor, vibration, thru the robot to the ground. The bristles rapid motion, from the vibration, enables the robots locomotion.

How to build a bristlebot

One of the main purpose of bristlebots is the emphasize that robotics is easy, to do so bristlebots are built from common household items. These materials includes toothbrush heads, cellphone vibrating motor, and crafting materials.