I have had great success killing the majority of robots with the run of the mill Phased Partical Pistol, available at most intergalactic Walmarts.

Well frankly, first my TV, then the Internet were the first robots to have 'owned' me.

But robots can be disabled by other robots, or threads. Roomba has trouble with threads and twine. Therefore a bigger version should work for robots. Hmm, cars should have the same problem as my vacuum.

Problem is, once something animated is used for police work (think dogs), they become 'knighted' as police officers or property and you can't mess with robots without getting into the same trouble you would messing with officers or property.

a heat reflective blanket, the stuff that looks like the foil they use in spacecraft, might be useful camouflaging from optical and thermal sensors, or a remote control plane to crashbomb or wrap a thin steel wire around its legs

People the simplest answer is always the best. Spray paint will block any and all sensors then a cordless angle grinder will make scrap metal. You can then make some armor to protect yourself that is as strong as theirs.

My thoughts are the simpler the better I see a few possible options but of course the biggest weapon we would have over them is our ability to analyse and adapt.

here are some possible yet simple Ideas that occur to me straight away

Petrol Bombs/Molotov Cocktails - electronics don't like heat.

Salt Water - It's conductive and if it gets to the right places will cause damage

How about a super soaker filled with "Magnetic Water" or some kind of water filled magnetic bullet?

How about liquid nitrogen?

Labs, hospitals, chemical companies etc.

-196 C will make for a nice robot statue, which can then be shattered by throwing a brick at it!

T2 anyone?

spikey.

Head shot to the operator. Really wouldn't worry about this for at least twenty years my friend.

The best weapon to use against robots?


Simple...so simple its too easy for most to grasp.


Simply....turn it off.


Cheers!!!!

The PCBAR(practical curved barrel assault rifle) will must win OICW, because the OICW utilize traditional mode of straight-line shot; she will defeat the robotic soldier, because the robotic soldier can not see the shooter using the PCBAR; she will be terminator of the AK47 and M16, because the AK47 and M16 use straight shot.

sand.


that or push em in the lake or a puddle.


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Originally posted by gullychief
...What are the best conventional weapons to take out robots, and is it feasible to make our own EMP or similar weapons?

Yes, a home-made EMP weapon is possible. Look around on the internet, it will tell you how to do so.

7 Sure-fire Ways To Defeat New World Order Robots:

1. Unplug It.

Recent studies show conclusively that most robots cannot continue to function without a constant source of power. Unplugging their power cord from the wall socket will disable most robotic adversaries. Beware of robots with large panels on their backs (including pink robotic rabbits) as this identifies the more advanced battery-powered type of robot.



2. Dance Off!

Robots can only perform two types of dance: the Robot and the Ro-bo. An easy victory.



3. Garden Hose

Apply copious amounts of water to robot enemies. Hide for a month until rust sets in.



4. Stairs

Self-explanatory.



5. Robot Disguise

Robots are binary thinkers: something is either a robot or it is not a robot, there can be no in between. Hence, intelligent use of air-duct tubing, tinfoil, and blue hair dye should be enough to fool most robots.



6. Hydraulic Press

Robots have a weakness to hydraulic press attack, for which see Terminator (Part 1). Simply carrying a hydraulic press on one's person may be sufficient visual and psychological deterrent against robot aggression.



7. Sword Duel

Lesser robots generally have simple pincers in place of more complex grasping apparatus. Challenging a robot to a duel with rapiers may be an un-gentlemanly but ultimately successful tactic for victory.



Happy hunting and stay safe out there!










[edit on 2008-11-29 by wecomeinpeace]

Thermite is always fun to play with... But perhaps an electrifyed wire 6 inches off the ground. High current might short them out...? Any thoughts?