In this episode, we handpicked 4 of the most exciting and highly funded projects from October’s Kickstarter lineup.

Lymow One

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/lymowone/lymow-one-boundary-free-robot-mower-for-any-terrain-and-size?ref=discovery&term=Lymow%20One&total_hits=1&category_id=

This project was for a boundary-free robot lawnmower that uses RTK-VSLAM technology for navigation. It is designed to cover 1.75 acres daily and can handle all types of terrain. The Lymow One is still active and has 18 days to go as of November 6, 2024.

Metroboard

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/designrulesco/metroboard-a-mid-century-live-subway-map?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=metroboard&total_hits=1

This project was a live subway map with a mid-century design aesthetic. It featured maps for New York City, Chicago, Boston, Washington D.C., Los Angeles, and the Bay Area. Metroboard successfully funded on October 30, raising $975,217 from 5,604 backers.

Revopoint MetroX 3D Laser Scanner

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/revopoint3d/revopoint-metrox-3d-scanner?ref=discovery&term=Revopoint%20MetroX%203D%20Laser%20Scanner&total_hits=1&category_id=331

This project was for a 3D laser scanner that offers metrology-grade accuracy and four scanning modes. It is designed for professional and industrial applications that require high precision. The Revopoint MetroX is still active and has eight days to go as of November 6, 202

The Sidewinder Knife Mini

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/craighill/sidewinder-knife?ref=discovery&term=The%20Sidewinder%20Knife%20Mini&total_hits=1&category_id=28

This project was a small pocket knife described as a "sharp little totem to the magic of movement". The Sidewinder Knife Mini successfully funded on October 24, raising $675,001 from 4,164 backers.