Daniel’s circus robot, known as Acrobot, is the result of meticulous planning and innovative thinking. The first version of the robot had hands made from a second-hand mannequin, which had several shortcomings. “They were not in the exact pose I wanted them, they were brittle and could break when they hit the floor, and they were difficult to connect to the arms I had designed,” explains Daniel. After deciding on 3D printing, he found the ideal material for making the hands and motor mounts – Flexfill TPU 98A by Fillamentum. This material was not only strong but also flexible, which helped to minimize strain on the motor gearboxes.

Daniel’s and his robot’s success culminated in their participation in the popular show America’s Got Talent. Their performance to the song “Move Your Feet” by Junior Senior charmed the audience and earned admiration from even the strict judge Simon Cowell. Although judge Heidi Klum gave an X buzzer and voted NO, it didn’t change the outcome. Daniel advanced to the next round, hearing 3 YESes at the end of the performance. The host, Terry Crews, was also thrilled by the performance. “Simon Cowell calls this performance ‘one of the funniest things’ he’s seen all year!” These words confirm the incredible impression Daniel and his Acrobot left on the judges and viewers.