Tim hunkin, the Ingenious World of novelty automation

Tim hunkin, the Ingenious World of novelty automation

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Interactive Video

Physical Ed

11th Grade - University

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Tim Hunkin, a cartoonist and engineer, shares his journey from childhood fascination with making people laugh to creating unique arcade machines. He owns two arcades, including Novelty Automation in London, and has built around 50 machines. His creations, like 'Petal Meat' and 'Auto Frisk', blend satire and interaction, drawing inspiration from life, news, and old mechanisms. Tim enjoys the process of making and the satisfaction of seeing people engage with his machines, which also provide income. He emphasizes an unplanned career path, seizing opportunities as they arise.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Tim Hunkin find more fulfilling than creating practical machines?

Building useful machines

Designing video games

Making people laugh

Solving engineering problems

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which machine allows you to decide the fate of a piece of meat?

The Chiropodist

Auto Frisk

Test Your Nerve

Petal Meat

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a source of inspiration for Tim Hunkin's machines?

Historical events

Modern technology

Old arcade mechanisms

Science fiction

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Tim Hunkin emphasize as crucial in the process of making his machines?

Enjoyment of the process

Cost efficiency

Speed of production

Precision in design

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Tim Hunkin describe his career path?

Focused on engineering

Based on formal education

Carefully planned

Driven by opportunities