How to Make Animatronic Dinosaurs

(Ref. 12m Animatronic T-rex)

Animatronic Dinosaur Manufacturing blend artistry, engineering, and cutting-edge technology to create hyper-realistic animatronic dinosaurs that captivate audiences. Here’s a glimpse into our meticulous production process and why our dinosaurs outperform industry standards:

Step 1: Diagram: Production drawing for visualizing the inner structure

Every project begins with paleontological research to ensure anatomical accuracy. Our team collaborates with experts to model skeletons, muscle structures, and movement patterns. Using software, we refine designs for durability and dynamic motion.

Step 2: Steel Frame: Dinosaur skeleton structure, motors control movements

Using high-tensile steel to make the internal support, steel frame welding to form the accurate skeleton shape, plus machinery and transmission, after the mechanical structure frame completes, then anti-rust treatment, and testing the movements to ensure the mechanical frameworks well. 

Step 3: Shaping: Dinosaurs come into shape

Our experienced artists scientifically sculpted the muscles, stomach, tail, and head of the dinosaur according to the client’s design and requirements, combining the data with the knowledge of paleontology.

Step 4: Texture: Varied texture & Pattern for different dinosaurs

Hand-craft the texture of the dinosaur’s scales, wrinkles and scars onto the sponge by advanced thermal molding.

Step 5: Skin: Multi-layered silicone or UV-resistant skins

Coat and scrape the silicone on the dinosaur skin; nylon (silk stocking) could increase the strength of the dinosaur skin and also keep the texture is shown. Finally, brush 3-4 layers of silicone on the dinosaurs; it will look like a raincoat, so all of our animatronic models can stay outdoor.

Step 6: Painting and Control System: Bring dinosaurs to life

Color the animatronic dinosaur per design pattern and various control modes for choice; bring the dinosaur to life!

Meeting this custom-made pink animatronic dinosaur T-REX at the Milan fashion week 2019!