RoboLab Conference

Monday, March 31st, 2008

Is anyone going to the RoboLab Conference in Enfield on Friday? If so, post here!

See you there!
Josh

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NXTCam videos

Wednesday, March 19th, 2008

Here are a couple of good videos showing the mindsensors NXTCam in action. The first is an instructional video from markr showing how the NXTCam can be used in Line Tracking mode.

The second and third videos are from zeroqnaga showing a pair of robots. One robot is equipped with a NXTCam which is used to track and follow the other robot. First by day, then by night!

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NXT-compatible infrared/ultrasonic beacon system

Monday, March 17th, 2008

We brought our old RCX-beacon system to the NXT level. Please consult

http://www.convict.lu/htm/rob/ir_us.htm

 

 

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Another small USB stick

Saturday, March 8th, 2008

Check out this one. Only 2 studs long, but a full brick in height. 1 GB capacity. 20 EUROS from Japan.

See the article here, which contains a link to the website.

Josh

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Tiniest LEGO USB Memory Key?

Saturday, March 8th, 2008

Looking for something to do on a cold snowy day?  What better thing to do than to hack together what may be the tiniest LEGO USB memory key?  There are others out there - some use a 2×4 brick or 2×2 brick.  This unit fits snugly in a 2×3 plate.  A second plate is added for cosmetic purposes.   This unit uses the Gizmo Jr. 2GB memory key. A perfect fit!  

Check it out here at www.plastibots.com.

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Creative 6-13 year olds - apply here!

Wednesday, March 5th, 2008

“ENFIELD, Conn., March 5 /PRNewswire/ — Today, LEGO Systems, Inc. issued the call for all 6-13 year olds who consider themselves curious, imaginative and creative to apply for the second annual LEGO(R) Creativity Awards. Designed to encourage lifelong curiosity and creativity, the LEGO Creativity Awards are an opportunity for budding inventors, explorers, creators and dreamers of all kinds to gain recognition for the imaginations that will make them the “builders of tomorrow.” Beginning today through May 23, 2008, children from across the U.S. and Canada (excluding Quebec) are invited to submit essay responses that showcase diverse talents in all things creative.”

Read the full article here.

Josh

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