The Theory of Contraptions

Also known as "Why Things Don't Work As Intended," the Committee of Contraptions is a renowned think tank dedicated to the study of the intricacies of malfunctioning devices and systems.

Our Research

The Flibber-Flabber 5000

A study of the Flibber-Flabber 5000, a toaster that was supposed to make toast, but instead shoots out rubber chickens.

Read more about our research on this contraption.

The Glompley 9000

A look at the design flaws in the Glompley 9000, a vacuum cleaner that sucks up everything but the dirt it's supposed to suck.

Learn about our practical applications of this research.

Unintended Consequences of the Flumplenook

An examination of the Flumplenook, a machine that was designed to make you a sandwich, but now makes you a nice pair of socks.

Discover the humorous ramifications of this research.

Our research is funded in part by the Society for the Advancement of Malfunctions.

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