My Final Project:
FantasyFlare - Animatronic Cosplay Wings
“If birds can glide for long periods of time, then… why can’t I ?” -Orville Wright
How I got the idea of doing an animatronic wing Flapping for Final Project .
One evening, while strolling through a local park, I noticed a group of people laughing and taking turns posing in front of a beautiful, colorful wall painting of wings. Their joy was infectious—kids beamed with wide smiles, friends cheered each other on, and strangers became photographers for one another. In that moment, I realized how a simple piece of art could bring so much happiness, connection, and excitement. It felt magical—like the artwork had come to life through the people interacting with it. That experience sparked an idea in me: what if the wings weren’t just painted, but moved? What if they could flap, creating a living, breathing fantesy moment? That’s when the concept of Fantesy Flair was born—a dynamic flapping animatronic wing installation designed to turn ordinary spaces into unforgettable photo experiences, filled with wonder, emotion, and shared joy.
This experience showed me the strong visual and emotional appeal of appearing to have wings. Rather than settling for a static background, I wanted to create something dynamic and wearable—something that would truly come to life. That led me to the idea of building a wing-flapping animatronic mechanism mounted on the back of the shoulders, giving the illusion of real, moving wings attached to a person. This concept adds a unique, interactive dimension to photographs and public appearances. Mechanically, it involves lightweight linkages, servo motors, and synchronized motion control. The design had to be ergonomic, safe, and visually striking. This wearable animatronic merges the worlds of cosplay, robotics, and artistic expression, ultimately becoming the centerpiece of my final project—where creativity meets engineering.
Design
Animatronic articulated cosplay wings are a fantastic project that blends mechanics, electronics, and cosplay aesthetics. Since I already have experience in mechanical fabrication, electronics, and control systems, I am able to design an advanced wing system with smooth articulation and a lightweight structure. The entire system is wirelessly controlled through a custom Wi-Fi app, adding convenience and interactivity to the performance. yet durable materials.
Wing Mechanism Type:
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