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Re: LEGO Purism
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In lugnet.robotics, "The Gaff" <the_gaff@hotmail.com> writes:
> > Why is everything Lego makes "pure"?
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> Because my chosen hobby is *LEGO* robotics, a distinct subset of robotics as
> a whole. I am fully aware of the advantages of "opening my mind" to using
> non-LEGO elements; I just don't want to. I understand that you feel
> differently, but that doesn't make me wrong.
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> In my sick and twisted mind, it is desirable to work within the constraints
> of a known system. There is a very finite amount of Mindstorms and Technic
> stuff that LEGO makes, and it is within my ability to keep up with it all.
> When LEGO introduces a new sensor, actuator, or Technic element, I can find
> out, buy some, and incorporate them into my designs right away. I can build
> with confidence that I have at my disposal the full spectrum of parts
> available and make the best choices for my project. This lets me build
> happily without obsessing about better ways to do it.
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> If I accepted non-LEGO solutions, I would never be satisfied with my
> creations. I would know that there were infinite potential solutions to my
> problems, and I would never get anything done because I would spend all of
> my time trying to suss out the "perfect" solution. It would bother me
> horribly to know that there was better hardware available than what I was
> using - and there always would be. Serious robotics is a very, very
> expensive hobby. (I am experiencing these exact problems with my car MP3
> player project at present, by the way.)
That's nice...
what is the underlying issue?
Is it not being true to Lego form? I think the overall concept of being
Lego Purity is a personal decision. What levels you are willing
to go may be different to what the guy down the road, etc. If you aren't
willing to use outside sources, like elements stickers, or even stoop
to cutting (yikes...) then that's fine, but it really isn't anyone elses
business to say that that's wrong.
Personally, I wouldn't cut pieces...that is sacred to me. I will use
stickers. And maybe modify it with paint from time to time. I usually
stick to the original wherever possible. The ultimate concept to
me at least is that Lego is just a medium. However, I will only stick to
Lego and not use rival clone brands, and I don't spend too much time
on other things....so in that respect I am trying to be as Lego Pure as
I can be.
As for robotics go. I think its another matter of personal preference.
I like using the Lego firmware, because it was designed to be used
for the "young and inexperienced" robot maker in mind.
If others find it too constricting or childish, fine. I haven't taken a
lot of programming courses, and what I've seen of programming, I can't
understand it, so that's why 3rd party software isn't for me.
Benjamin Medinets
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| There are good, rational reasons for most of these decisions: (...) That makes good sense - because once a piece has been modified, you can't use it for it's intended purpose again. (...) That also makes sense - because it's purely decorative - and (...) (22 years ago, 10-Aug-02, to lugnet.robotics)
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| (...) Because my chosen hobby is *LEGO* robotics, a distinct subset of robotics as a whole. I am fully aware of the advantages of "opening my mind" to using non-LEGO elements; I just don't want to. I understand that you feel differently, but that (...) (22 years ago, 8-Aug-02, to lugnet.robotics)
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