Tim hunkin, the Ingenious World of novelty automation

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.

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

• Building useful machines

• Designing video games

• Making people laugh

• Solving engineering problems

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

• The Chiropodist

• Auto Frisk

• Test Your Nerve

• Petal Meat

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

• Historical events

• Modern technology

• Old arcade mechanisms

• Science fiction

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

How does Tim Hunkin describe his career path?

• Focused on engineering

• Based on formal education

• Carefully planned

• Driven by opportunities