Building a Working Piston in Minecraft with 7,000 Lego Parts

💡Pixels in Minecraft translate to Lego parts, making it easier to recreate Minecraft blocks with Lego bricks.

🧱Using the snot technique (studs not on top), it's possible to create a strong and hollow structure for the piston.

🔄The screws in the piston are synchronized to prevent them from getting out of sync and causing the mechanism to fail.

💪The piston is heavy, weighing about 2.5 kg, but with the right gears and motors, it can be lifted and controlled.

🔘The piston can be controlled using buttons, levers, and other redstone components, providing various modes of operation.

How did you match Lego colors to Minecraft blocks?

—By considering the general look of each block, I found Lego colors that matched the shades in Minecraft. For example, dark tan, light bluish gray, and dark brown worked well for most blocks.

How did you make the piston move?

—I used a Lego screw mechanism and synchronized the screws' rotation using gears. When the motor rotates, the screw moves the piston up and down, replicating its movement in Minecraft.

Why did you use the snot technique for the piston's structure?

—The snot technique, which stands for studs not on top, creates a strong structure even if it's hollow. This technique allowed me to build a sturdy piston while keeping it relatively lightweight.

How did you control the piston's movement?

—I used an EV3 controller and programmed it using pybricks and micropython. The controller communicates with sensors to detect blocks and motors to control the piston's movement.

Can the piston be controlled remotely?

—Yes, I incorporated a remote control feature using a remote and receiver. This allows the piston to be activated and controlled from a distance, just like in the game.

00:00In this video, I showcase a real-life piston built using over 7,000 Lego parts that functions just like a piston in Minecraft.

09:40I demonstrate how the piston's mechanics and structure translate Minecraft blocks into Lego bricks, ensuring accurate representation.

13:30I showcase the various modes in which the piston can be controlled, including button mode, lever mode, observer mode, and Redstone dust mode.

13:55I test the piston's ability to be flipped upside down, replicating its behavior in Minecraft.