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(...) First off - Iian, Absoutly amazing, Talk about thinking outside of the box (or can :) ) Secondly: If anyone has a scale to measure the weight of the cans, can you please bring it, Also additional cans would be great as well... See you (...) (16 years ago, 23-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks! It's inspiring but a little overwhelming when I look at the builds you and others make--I'm so '70's Dave K (16 years ago, 22-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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Albino Explorer! Ha., brilliant! I thought I saw the term "Whitetron" recently, lol, maybe it fits too. Keep building your classic space layout! Eric Sophie (16 years ago, 22-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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I was trying to (re)learn the CADding stuff a little better and came up with this quick scene-- (URL) (click on pic to really embiggen!) The longest bit was creating the actual models in mlcad I'm sure there's CAD files for mostly all sets (saw a (...) (16 years ago, 21-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space, FTX)
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here's the monorail-- (URL) :) It works around corners and up and down the monorail ramps The fun bit is if you knock the end car a bit, the rest just fall or the rail... Dave K (16 years ago, 21-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space, FTX)
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Just trying to add some vehicles to the layout that Jeff vW and I are developing and trying to stay in line with the original '78-80 line (URL) Air tank resupplier As well, a fun build-- (URL) Albino Explorer It's probably been done before--I know I (...) (16 years ago, 21-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space, FTX)
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(...) ...and I fail. It doesn't work in bright light. I programmed it late at night and it works great. The differential between the light source at night is good (about 10 counts). But in the day it is too close, and it either gets false readings (...) (16 years ago, 18-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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You could even add station stops that would open and close the doors (from the outside station platform)! -Rob A> (...) (16 years ago, 17-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) is fantastic! Back in the 70's, the French Aerotrain (air suspension high speed experimental train) reached speeds of something like 380 km/h. For a year or two in the middle of that project, they also experimented with a low-speed system (...) (16 years ago, 17-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oooof. This turns out to be harder than I thought. :) My robot moves around fine on the concrete floor of my condo. I have a short-pile carpet rug from IKEA in my "living room" - tried it out on that - epic fail! Just a heads-up from people (...) (16 years ago, 17-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) My thoughts were about 6 to 10 cans, depending on how many can show up... Here is a question for the lot of you, what is the best way to lift a heavy object (I already have a gripper and I was thinking of lifting my can straight up. My gripper (...) (16 years ago, 17-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) ...no problem, Guareff. ;) (...) No can. :( I didn't want to attract attention going into the room carrying some canned foods. But I think it's safe to say they won't budge at all. (...) Interesting idea! I didn't know this was a possibility (...) (16 years ago, 16-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I was at the local TRU in Hamilton (for stroller purchases for our baby :) ) and I noted (and bought) two ExoForce sets--the fortress and the sensai tower--both half off(ish)-- 41 dollars and 34 dollars respectively. There were about a half dozen of (...) (16 years ago, 14-Jan-09, to lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks for checking it out Iian, We did decide to go with walls, so no worries there, I am curious if you brought a can with you or not to test the sliding factor??... Oh also, we did discuss that we may not actually wrap the cans in paper to (...) (16 years ago, 12-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Agreed; but admitedly you don't know what my strategy was... I visited the library today to check out the floor surface. Are you guys really doing the black-tape for the "walls"? Be aware that the floor is all different colours, a patchwork of (...) (16 years ago, 11-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) yopu still need to figure out which one's heavier and only hold onto the heaviest at the end of the 3 minutes Dave K (16 years ago, 10-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Argh. I just wasted my entire evening then, building a robot that would have qualified based on the webpage, but now not. Grr. ...I guess that's my punishment or Karma for not showing up. :) -Iain (16 years ago, 10-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Over dinner (missed you, Iain!) we agreed that the usual 8' x 8' wood border, which is painted white fwiw, will be there. If the boards fit in my Subie, I will pick them up from Dave next weekend. And then I will work out how to get the boards (...) (16 years ago, 10-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Black tape?!? :: panic :: -Iain (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Whoah, that's news to me, I'd planned on a wood border. What about using duct tape? Might be easier to distinguish from the carpet. (...) Thought of that, and assumed that the heaviest can would not be aluminum. What could possible go wrong? (...) (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That is what i figured... W e may have another problem though, If the room is carpeted, will a Robot be able to differentiate between the carpet and the Black Tape? (...) That is correct, And Wayne if we use popcans, then your magnet Idea may (...) (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) what this means for Chris, et al. is that little Joshua is going to make an appearance around May, and therefore I have pre-natal classes all weekend that January and so I can't even make it to the competition. (yeah, I know the badness of (...) (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Jeff, I think you need to repost your image, it looks like a small mammal barfed on some paper, then a chicken came along and scratched some marks onto the dirt. OH wait... I see, its.. umm.... GIVE UP!!!! you will lose. I have a working prototype, (...) (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I had a 3 finger gripper that I gave up on a few days ago. I decided not to enter if that idea didn't pan out. Tonight, Janey said that I had no choice but to build a bot. with her encouragement, I came up with plan 3.14. v2 At this time, I have a (...) (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Presumably, the cans could be placed in the field after the robots were positioned in their starting corners? And the rules do say "Each robot will start in one corner of the play area at a 45 degree angle". ...but I hear you. :) Are the cans (...) (16 years ago, 9-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yep, ditto. I also wondered what's to keep someone from pointing their robot at the heaviest can and pressing Run? (16 years ago, 8-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I like how you worded that; I laughed out loud. :) I wonder if I'm not the only one who saw the original ruleset (or heard the concept) and thought "Oh, well that's easy." Now getting into it, I realize how complex a challenge this one really (...) (16 years ago, 8-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I considered the see-saw type of design as well, I have yet to build it though... Here is my original concept sketch... (URL) I am still trying to decide on the best wheel system for my bot, any sugestions? Jeff VW (16 years ago, 8-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I've got a small robot that can wander around looking for metallic objects. The tires that I have on hand which work best on the carpet I have at home are these: (URL) I'm also stuck on a strategy to figure out the heaviest can. One idea was (...) (16 years ago, 6-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oh, darn. :) I guess I can share now that one of my ideas was to measure the resistance to forward motion of different cans (ie, friction) using an arrangement with a rotation sensor and the wheels on the robot. This would allow me to figure (...) (16 years ago, 6-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Oh I remember-- (URL) low pile industrial, but still carpet Dave K (16 years ago, 5-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Just remembered that the flooring at the new location is carpet. Chris, Dave, do you remember that to be the case too? (16 years ago, 5-Jan-09, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Replying from my blackberry I can't get on the net with my laptop I should be at Disney lego at 1 pm on Wednesday if you can't make it no worries Dave K (16 years ago, 30-Dec-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Lucky duck!! :D Seriously Dave, have fun. We (my wife and I) were there last year, and I had a blast trying to put all those "rare" parts in two large P-A-B plastic containers. My wife thought that it was hysterical. :D (16 years ago, 28-Dec-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Yep, there's a LEGO store here! Make sure you check out the Window-into-the-Community by the Pick-a-Brick wall (via Todd Thuma). There's a lot of items that are 30% off. Agents: #8636 Deep Sea Quest #8637 Volcano Base Castle: #5618 Troll (...) (16 years ago, 28-Dec-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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And I'm told there's a LEGO store there. So I've known about this for, well, a half a year... And I never got around to asking if anyone wants anything from the PaB at the LEGO store in downtown Disney. So the night before I leave, I'm asking. But (...) (16 years ago, 27-Dec-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: YouTube Video pf the Classic Space layout at hte Christmas Show last weekend
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(...) Ouch! It's painful to see stuff like that go down on site. I hope you get it going again next time. -- Tony Hafner www.hafhead.com (16 years ago, 1-Dec-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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If you ass a &fmt=6 to the end of a link it will be in HQ (if there is one): (URL) for example -Rob A> (...) (16 years ago, 28-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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(...) I realized with this vid that YouTube has a pretty HQ video option. Jeff vW came up with the layout, I just showed up with the pieces. Dave K (16 years ago, 27-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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(...) Hi Ted, Thanks for the info! Are there train cars that use this size? Do they fit OK on the train chassis'? Are there the equivelent of 2-TEU (40') containers as well, or just the 1-TEU (20') units? -Iain (16 years ago, 27-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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The new standard is a 6x10 studs footprint and makes extensive use of the (URL) 1x6x5 panel element>. If you check out the (URL) Container Stacker Set> pics on BL you get a pretty good look at how they are put together. (16 years ago, 27-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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Hey all, Has anyone got any documentation or dimensions on what a standard LEGO shipping container is, for "Town" scale? Are they like 8x4 or something like that? How high? Do they have any kind of standardized interlock for gripping by port cranes? (...) (16 years ago, 27-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | Re: YouTube Video pf the Classic Space layout at hte Christmas Show last weekend
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(...) In YouTube's defence, YouTube will kick out video quality at or near the same as what it's given - there are a ton of very high quality clips out there, but it's source material dependant. :) What you guys came up with was pretty neat! I like (...) (16 years ago, 26-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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(...) Thanks Rob! I just noticed that YouTube does have a 'high quality' link--is nice! THanks for checking it out Dave K (16 years ago, 26-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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It's available for watching in high quality via youtube, and it pretty good! Nice job all! -Rob A> (16 years ago, 26-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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| | YouTube Video pf the Classic Space layout at hte Christmas Show last weekend
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(URL) which you will see a very 'youtube'-ish low quality video of our classic space layout at the show last weekend. Besides the stock '77 thru '82 space sets, you will see a moonbase-compliant monorail station built by Jeff vW, a classic (...) (16 years ago, 25-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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| | Re: A date has been set for the next Ontario Lego Robotics event
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(...) I'm actually really excited about this. I spent a good part of my morning sketching up ideas for it. :) Nice to see everyone last night! -Iain (16 years ago, 24-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)
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| | OH MY GOODNESS!! Huge Apologies at 2 a.m.!!!
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So I jsut wake up now and the very first thought in my head was YOU STUPID IDIOT, YOU FORGOT JANEY!!! I don't know how my mind knoew this at 2 a.m. 'cause it went something like this-- The first post took no less than 3 tries 'cause I was posting (...) (16 years ago, 24-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.space)
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| | 2008 Christmas Toy, Train and Doll Show wrap-up (and pics!)
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Thanks to all for making this years show a fantastic success. As per usual, I was so keen on making sure that things went smoothly that I didn't get a channce to visit much :( Thanks to Deb and Jason for making the trip down, and to Deb for the (...) (16 years ago, 24-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment, lugnet.space, FTX)
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| | Re: Last proof of concept before the show
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(...) -Iain (16 years ago, 22-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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| | Last proof of concept before the show
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(URL) for Chris who stated that I couldn't do it-- Couldn't get the shuttle from the monorail to the vehicle and then have both moving... Actually, I was rather surprised because this marks the first time ever that I've had 2 RCX's communicating (...) (16 years ago, 18-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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| | Re: Less than 2 weeks to the Christmas Show in Toronto!
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I will be bringing between 1 and 1.5 modules with standard two track layout. Derek (...) (16 years ago, 11-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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| | Less than 2 weeks to the Christmas Show in Toronto!
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A few more people have signed up! We're looking forward to seeing everyone. If people could drop me a line with what they plan on bringing to the show so I can get an idea of the display layout, it would be appreiciated. As well, here's something (...) (16 years ago, 11-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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(...) 'My name is Chris' is an option on 4 out of 5 flawed polls. (...) Fair enough. What's that in your hand, Dave? a (16 years ago, 7-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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In lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, Chris Magno wrote: snip (...) I says to myself, "Who would actually notice the doll house box in the pic and comment on it?" Oh wait--Chris! That's who! Thank goodness I have a kid sister that can take the fall for the (...) (16 years ago, 7-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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(...) Ummm, Dave.... While its cool to see you in your mis-spent "yoot" and while it IS cool to see all the lego... I just don't know if you want the greater Lugnet comunity to know about the DOLL house you got for x-mas in the 70's. Chris (16 years ago, 7-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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| | All about me!
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Putting Chris's hat on for a moment... (URL) Early '70's at Christmas. Those were the days--receiving LEGO sets at Christmas... oh wait, I still do :) Dave K (16 years ago, 6-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, FTX)
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| | Proof of concept - Vid 2
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(URL) it's RCX'ed That was slightly more difficult than I thought It isn't perfect--still needs a little tweaking, but it's a great start The monorail switch mechanism needs to be improved but the rest is pretty good So there you are Dave K (16 years ago, 6-Nov-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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| | Proof of Concept--Old School...
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(URL) to my classic space layout will be this little item--a 'pick and place' robot arm that will move a space ship from the monorail onto the carrier. Tis is just the proof of concept to show that it can work--the motors and RCX will come in the (...) (16 years ago, 29-Oct-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.space)
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| | Big Blue : The Return...
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So I was just cleaning up and sorting my collection (in whatever spare time I can find, between the renos and getting the abode ready for our upcoming baby)... When I happened across this guy-- (URL) Thinking that it's been a long time since I've (...) (16 years ago, 22-Oct-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.trains, FTX)
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| | A date has been set for the next Ontario Lego Robotics event
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THE CAN GAME! Summary Build a robot made completely out of Lego parts that can find and retain a can. The robot with the heaviest can at the end of the round wins. Date and Time Sat 24-Jan-2009 10:00 AM - 04:30 PM Location New Toronto Library Alex (...) (16 years ago, 16-Oct-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.loc.ca.on, FTX)
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| | Christmas Train Show Nov 22 and 23
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Hello long lost LEGO lovers! THE TORONTO CHRISTMAS TRAIN SHOW is NOVEMBER 22, 23, 2008 Hall 3, The International Centre, 6900 Airport Rd., Mississauga, ON Saturday 11am-4pm, Sunday 10am-4pm I was thinking about asking for the same size area--10 foot (...) (16 years ago, 24-Sep-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.loc.ca.on, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.org.ca.parlugment)
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| | Re: Fwd: Dinner on?
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(...) i'll be there with some stuff for derek (should he be there) Dave K (16 years ago, 12-Sep-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) i'll be there with some stuff for derek (should he be there) Dave K (16 years ago, 12-Sep-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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I'm working in Toronto today. Is the group dinner on tonight? Website says so...If not, I'm going out for dinner anyway :) -Rob A> (16 years ago, 12-Sep-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | PnP, an NXT-based "industrial" robot
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OK, I had to post this in rtl because I confess the main inspiration for this was watching Ian's amazing LEGO industrial P&P automations over the years. This isn't nearly as fast as his, but it's the first time I've captured a motion I really like, (...) (16 years ago, 31-Aug-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto, lugnet.robotics, lugnet.technic) !
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| | Dinner
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Dinner, this Friday, August 8th, 7 pm, Swiss Chalet... be there with bells on, or at least with something on. Bring cool lego, or not, bring your partner, or not, bring an appetite or not but for the sake of all things abs, at least bring yourself. (...) (16 years ago, 6-Aug-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | New Lego Education Product WeDo
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Full Info here: (URL) the press release: "LEGO® Education WeDo™, a new product that redefines classroom robotics, making it possible for primary school students 7-11 years of age to build and program their own solutions." "The complete LEGO WeDo (...) (16 years ago, 25-Jul-08, to lugnet.mediawatch, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yes it's on my server (URL) click and download Is the same youtube vid from earlier--all spacey, all the time! Dave K (16 years ago, 3-Jul-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Yes it's on my server (URL) click and download Is the same youtube vid from earlier--all spacey, all the time! Dave K (16 years ago, 3-Jul-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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| | speaking of bacon....
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I posted this not too long ago on my wastebook (facebook) wall: "Just wanted to post for the world to know that I am a big fan of Chicken Bacon. I thought Turkey Bacon rocked," (but...) "Chicken bacon is less pricey and just as tastey." posted, June (...) (16 years ago, 18-Jun-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Friday sounds good. oliver "Chris Magno" <magnochris@gmail.com> wrote in message news:K2Btz1.HA3@lugnet.com... (...) (16 years ago, 13-Jun-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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anyone hungry? anyone? we could order BACON! This Friday. Chris (16 years ago, 12-Jun-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) k' whats with my IE double posting everything???? Dave K (17 years ago, 27-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Well, the Green Monster is a sight better looking (if I do say...) Dave K (...) (17 years ago, 27-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Well, the Green Monster is a sight better looking (if I do say...) Dave K (...) (17 years ago, 27-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) A number of really important questions still remain unanswered: Will Steve trust his Green Monster bot to drive itself to Chicago? Will he program it to pay its own tolls or have it sneak around the toll gates? Will he add enough power to (...) (17 years ago, 27-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Thanks for accepting the challenge. :) (...) Well, if you're looking for something to do in a couple weeks, (June 7th) this may be worth looking into... (URL) you need any more info than this page provides, feel free to ask me... By my count, (...) (17 years ago, 27-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Until you interface the NXT with a GPS. K, that finally sold me on the NXT. Until this point, the NXT seemed to be the slightly spiffier yet more 'work-to-'bot-greatness ratio' of the RCX. Yes, though the NXT is work intensive to get any kind of (...) (17 years ago, 26-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Until you interface the NXT with a GPS. K, that finally sold me on the NXT. Until this point, the NXT seemed to be the slightly spiffier yet more 'work-to-'bot-greatness ratio' of the RCX. Yes, though the NXT is work intensive to get any kind of (...) (17 years ago, 26-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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Hello everyone, In order to submit Oliver’s Nomination, we need at least 3 testimonials from you, Oliver’s fans ;) If you find some time before noon on Friday can you please write up a testimonial for Oliver. (I will submit his application before (...) (17 years ago, 22-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I would never say your idea was lame. But, to be fair, I did say that it was wrong. Not that it matters; this is what super-genius think tanks are for. We'll get this right. We shall overcome. (...) I'm not familiar with The Motherland's (...) (17 years ago, 22-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Awww Dave, Im not mad, actually I am flattered, but you are right, I will say no. I have too much on my plate right now. Thanks, Janey "Red Brick" (17 years ago, 21-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Not that numbers mean anything. Cheers Richie Dulin (17 years ago, 21-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I nominate Janey. She'll say no and she'll get mad at me for bringing her name up... But as far as my personal opinion goes--there is no better ambassador-type person that I know anyhwere--she even inspires me to get more involved all the (...) (17 years ago, 20-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) I nominate Janey. She'll say no and she'll get mad at me for bringing her name up... But as far as my personal opinion goes--there is no better ambassador-type person that I know anyhwere--she even inspires me to get more involved all the (...) (17 years ago, 20-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.obb, lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(URL) with real world examples like this-- (URL) this isn't as close as you can get to NQC, I don't know what is. Oh, just an FYI--Hassenplug uses it! And I know that's a selling point for you. (Therefore I just bought it 'cause it was for me (...) (17 years ago, 20-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) More importantly, what's this '14" pizza' thing? I'm sorta with Janey on this thing, but less bachelor-y. The bottom shelf in a properly arranged refrigerator is the pizza shelf. It should be left clear of clutter so that, on such occassion as (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Steve makes a valid case AGAINST saran. Its like voodoo. A simple plastic box with lid. maybe a slight convex bump in the lid to allow me to push air out while I close and seal the container. (...) Steve, tell me more about this tupperware? (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) SEE JANEY!!!! Nick likes my Idea, HE didn't say it was LAME! I really like this idea. Always warm pizza on demand. Nick, do you have any advice, regarding the TYPE of warmer. (URL) I spend the extra money and go with the humidifier, or not? (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Ah, Ok, I see your confusion. As a glutton, I keep to my motto, "go big or go home" So, I dont really order ONE pizza, I order MANY(1). The logic, is that any pizza NOT consumed in the fist "sitting" can be used about an hour later for the (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) When I read this, All I can think is you have motives that might point to your choice of words. You could have said my enemy the Blattella Germanica (...) Far be it from ~ME~ to be grammar police, but um, is that even a sentance? You know, (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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1) I suggest combining ideas. Triangle shaped ziploc bags. (...) 2) What are you suggesting Chris is, some sort of master chef? Do you seriously think when he's not spending time in the kitchen, that he wants to read about spending time in the (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You're super-geniusing in the wrong direction. You're much better off with one of those convenience store always-on ovens that keeps pizza spinning at a lukewarm 175 degrees (I'm not doing the Celsius conversion for you). Pros: - No exposure (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) You're super-geniusing in the wrong direction. You're much better off with one of those convenience store always-on ovens that keeps pizza spinning at a lukewarm 175 degrees (I'm not doing the Celsius conversion for you). Pros: - No exposure (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) That's where I got lost. What is this thing, 'left over pizza'? (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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snipped (...) Ok, first of all, stop being so OCD. Bachelor's are supposed to just leave extra pizza in the box on the table, and continue to eat it, until the cockroaches approach. Second, logic failure. When you intend to buy or invent a new (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) yes, but I dont have the luxury of those fancy LARGE ziploc baggies. I only stock the SMALL ones. They are not very pizza slice compatible. AND, saran still leaves parts of the pizza exposed to the fridge elements. round tupperware it is. (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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(...) Just to clarify, I said "Lame" not "Dumb" and I stand by my words. I have enough crap around my house, I hardly need another piece of plastic taking up valuable cupboard space when a ziploc bag or saran will do the trick, BESIDES then I dont (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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So, As a super-genius (tm) I have a lot of great ideas. My latest idea is this: While having a LOT of left over pizza one night, I thought; other than a gimmicky "triangle" shapped single slice pizza tupperware container to store the pizza, why not (...) (17 years ago, 19-May-08, to lugnet.org.ca.rtltoronto)
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