Lego Mindstorms NXT
Lego Mindstorms NXT
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Sure, Mindstorms NXT is a toy, but it is an important toy, like a piano or a chemistry set. It's one of those items that engages an imagination and possibly opens doors to new interests. Since our future is surely to be shared with robots--it's already started happening, just look at Roomba - those robots will need, at least initially, humans to program and maintain them. Those people, years from now, will likely remember their experiences with Lego Mindstorms.
Out of the Box
The main part of the kit is the NXT itself. It's about the size of an iPod (though a bit thicker) with a a loudspeaker, a monochrome LCD, and navigation keys on the front. This is the controller for the robot--it's brain, if you will. It has three ports on top for connecting to the servo motors and four ports on the bottom for connecting to four different sensors: Touch, Light, Sound, and Ultrasonic.The NXT: the computer-controlled brain of the Mindstorms robot Touch Sensor: enables the robot to feel and react to its environment Sound Sensor: enables the robot to react to sound Light Sensor: can detect light and color Ultrasonic Sensor: allows the robot to measure distance and react to movement Servo Motors: ensures the robot moves with precision
The set includes Ethernet-like wires for connecting all of these to the NXT, as well as software and a basic USB cable for downloading programs from your computer. Then there are all the Lego parts, hundreds of them, and most are very small. It would be a good idea to get a plastic organizer for the different parts--it would not only make construction and storage easier but also part loss less likely.
Hitting the Bricks
The instructions for MNXT are simple, illustrated, and they gently take the new user on an introductory path through the system. The quick start guide promises a 30-minute robot building and programing...
- 3 Interactive Servo motors feature built-in rotation sensors to align speed for precise control and new sound sensor reacts to sound commands, patterns and tones
- 519 specially selected LEGO TECHNIC elements for sturdy and durable building and improved functionality and movement
- Intuitive, icon-based drag-and-drop program "building" environment
- 6 AA batteries required (not included)
- Includes:
- 577 pieces
- Quickstart Guide helps you build a robot ready for action within 30 minutes
- Model-specific building instructions, tips and tricks, testing methods and programming options
- Easy-to-use software
- Test panel
Sure, Mindstorms NXT is a toy, but it is an important toy, like a piano or a chemistry set. It's one of those items that engages an imagination and possibly opens doors to new interests. Since our future is surely to be shared with robots--it's already started happening, just look at Roomba - those robots will need, at least initially, humans to program and maintain them. Those people, years from now, will likely remember their experiences with Lego Mindstorms.
Out of the Box
The main part of the kit is the NXT itself. It's about the size of an iPod (though a bit thicker) with a a loudspeaker, a monochrome LCD, and navigation keys on the front. This is the controller for the robot--it's brain, if you will. It has three ports on top for connecting to the servo motors and four ports on the bottom for connecting to four different sensors: Touch, Light, Sound, and Ultrasonic.
The set includes Ethernet-like wires for connecting all of these to the NXT, as well as software and a basic USB cable for downloading programs from your computer. Then there are all the Lego parts, hundreds of them, and most are very small. It would be a good idea to get a plastic organizer for the different parts--it would not only make construction and storage easier but also part loss less likely.
Hitting the Bricks
The instructions for MNXT are simple, illustrated, and they gently take the new user on an introductory path through the system. The quick start guide promises a 30-minute robot building and programing...
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| Store: S&W OLStore | Condition: Brand New | Price: $595.00 | Total Price: $595.00 | Buy It from S&W OLStore | Returns Accepted LEGO Mindstorms NXT (8527)-NEW FACTORY SEALED-FREE SHIPPING |
| Store: Titillating Treasures | Condition: New (Open Box, or other) | Price: $281.21 | Total Price: $281.21 | Buy It from Titillating Treasures | Returns Accepted Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0 R16872 |
| Store: jeffrquest | Condition: Brand New | Price: $400.00 | Total Price: $400.00 | Buy It from jeffrquest | No returns. Lego Mindstorms Nxt 8527 Brand New In Factory Sealed Box-never Opened. |
| Store: Random Stuff Rocks | Condition: Brand New | Price: $349.00 | Total Price: $349.00 | Buy It from Random Stuff Rocks | Returns Accepted NEW Lego Mindstorm 9797 Mindstorms Education NXT Base Set SEALED Ship World Wide |
| Store: leo01 | Condition: Brand New | Price: $249.96 | Total Price: $249.96 | Buy It from leo01 | No returns. Brand New In Box: Lego Mindstorms NXT Resource Set 9695 |
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