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Re: mindstorms NXT
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lugnet.robotics
Date: 
Thu, 5 Jan 2006 15:32:34 GMT
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In lugnet.announce, Lee Magpili wrote:
check out www.mindstorms.com/press

lego just put out a press release all about the NeXT version of mindstorms, they
put a whole spec out on it..

heres a bit from the article explaining the specs

LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT highlights include:

• All-new NXT intelligent brick
• 3 interactive servo motors feature inbuilt rotation sensors to align speed for
precise control
• New ultrasonic sensor makes robots “see” by responding to movement
• New sound sensor enables robots to react to sound commands, including sound
pattern and tone recognition
• Improved light sensor detects different colors and light intensity
• Improved touch sensor reacts to touch or release and allows robots to feel
• 519 hand-selected, stylized elements from the LEGO TECHNIC® building system
ensure robot creations will be sturdy and durable while also looking authentic
• Opportunities for physical programming of 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 robots ranging from humanoids and machinery to
animals and vehicles
• Digital wire interface allows for third-party developments
• Information, inspiration, news, community programs and more at
www.mindstorms.com



whaaa!!
LeE

This is SO cool.  Kudos to Lego, and kudos to the folks who could keep this
secret while they worked on it!

Sign me up for at least two of them...  :-)

JohnG, GMLTC



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check out www.mindstorms.com/press lego just put out a press release all about the NeXT version of mindstorms, they put a whole spec out on it.. heres a bit from the article explaining the specs LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT highlights include: • All-new NXT (...) (18 years ago, 5-Jan-06, to lugnet.announce) !! 

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