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February 2, 2006
Lego introduces new MindStorms NXT Robots
LEGO Group announced the
new lego set: LEGO� MINDSTORMS� NXT, a new lego consumer robotics system. Smarter, stronger and more
intuitive than ever, LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT is a robotics toolset that provides endless
opportunities for armchair inventors, robotics fanatics and LEGO builders ages
10 and older to build and program robots that do what
they want. LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT will be available in August
2006.
Building upon the success of Lego's globally-renowned Robotics
Invention System, the next generation of LEGO MINDSTORMS makes it quicker
and easier for robot creators to build and program a working robot in just
30 minutes. Simultaneously, new technologies and expanded sensor
capabilities add a level of sophistication to excite and challenge more
experienced robot creators.
The heart of
the new system is the NXT brick, an autonomous 32-bit
LEGO microprocessor that can be programmed using a PC, or for the first time in
the retail offering, a Mac. After building their robots, lego creators
can create a program within easy-to-use yet feature-rich software.
Downloading programs to a new lego invention is
also easy. LEGO inventors can transfer their programs to the NXT
wirelessly via Bluetooth, a USB 2.0 cable. The lego robot
then takes on a life of its own, fully autonomous
from the computer.
LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT highlights
include:
� All-new NXT intelligent lego brick
� 3 interactive servo motors
feature inbuilt rotation sensors to align speed for precise robot
control
� New ultrasonic sensor makes lego robots �see� by responding to
movement
� New sound sensor enables lego robots to react to sound commands,
including sound pattern and tone recognition
� Improved light sensor for lego robot
detects different colors and light intensity
� Improved touch sensor
reacts to touch or release and allows lego robots to feel
� 519 hand-selected,
stylized elements from the LEGO TECHNIC� building system ensure
lego robot creations will be sturdy and durable while also looking
authentic
� Opportunities for physical programming of lego robots and
interaction with robots during programming
� 18 building challenges with clear, step-by-step
instructions help acclimate users to the new system to create lego robots ranging from humanoids and machinery to
animals and vehicles
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