Uploaded May 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, Lorraine takes on the challenge of bringing the Eye of Sauron to life using LEGO, Raspberry Pi, and machine learning. After completing her PhD thesis, Lorraine received a massive LEGO kit with 10,000 pieces as a gift. Over the Christmas holidays, she built the Eye of Sauron and decided to make it move. Watch as Lorraine integrates a camera into the structure to detect faces and uses servo motors to make the eye follow people around the room. This project combines 3D printing, Python programming, and innovative tech solutions to create a subtle yet impressive effect. Join Lorraine as she navigates the challenges of hiding the camera, soldering the servo board, and calibrating the servos through code. Don't miss out on this exciting build that showcases Lorraine's skills and creativity. Check out the element14 website for outtakes, STL files, and code files, and join the conversation by sharing your thoughts and suggestions. What would you have done differently? Let us know in the comments! bit.ly/3YPVOat
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Engage with the element14 presents team on the element14 Community - suggest builds, find project files and behind the scenes video: bit.ly/3tmdewv
Visit the element14 Community for more great activities and free hardware:
Tech spotlights: bit.ly/3qPrDhM
RoadTest and Reviews: bit.ly/3pV5Bux
Project14: bit.ly/31wbnJY
In this episode, Lorraine takes on the challenge of bringing the Eye of Sauron to life using LEGO, Raspberry Pi, and machine learning. After completing her PhD thesis, Lorraine received a massive LEGO kit with 10,000 pieces as a gift. Over the Christmas holidays, she built the Eye of Sauron and decided to make it move. Watch as Lorraine integrates a camera into the structure to detect faces and uses servo motors to make the eye follow people around the room. This project combines 3D printing, Python programming, and innovative tech solutions to create a subtle yet impressive effect. Join Lorraine as she navigates the challenges of hiding the camera, soldering the servo board, and calibrating the servos through code. Don't miss out on this exciting build that showcases Lorraine's skills and creativity. Check out the element14 website for outtakes, STL files, and code files, and join the conversation by sharing your thoughts and suggestions. What would you have done differently? Let us know in the comments! bit.ly/3YPVOat
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Engage with the element14 presents team on the element14 Community - suggest builds, find project files and behind the scenes video: bit.ly/3tmdewv
Visit the element14 Community for more great activities and free hardware:
Tech spotlights: bit.ly/3qPrDhM
RoadTest and Reviews: bit.ly/3pV5Bux
Project14: bit.ly/31wbnJY
