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Build and Program Over 20 Challenging Design Projects with the New Generation of LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R)

More powerful and intuitive than ever, LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R) NXT is a new robotics toolset that enables you to build and program all kinds of projects. The "LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R) NXT Hacker's Guide" explores this new generation of LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R), providing a collection of projects, how-to expertise, insider tips, and over 500 illustrations to help you become an expert NXT hacker.

YOU'LL LEARN ABOUT: The all-new NXT intelligent brick The interactive servo motors with rotation sensors that align speed for precise control The ultrasonic sensor that allows robots to "see" by responding to movement The improved light and touch sensors that let robots detect color and feel'LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R) NXT HACKER'S GUIDE" FEATURES: 20+ projects that can each be completed in just 30 minutes Expert, insightful commentary by a member of the LEGO MINDSTORMS Developer Program A hands-on account of the new technologies and expanded sensor capabilities of LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R) NXT A collection of 10 hacking projects with step-by-step instructions A portfolio of 12 exciting design projects featuring R. Buckminster Fuller's Geodesic Dome, Rem Koolhaas' Seattle Central Library, and the world's first NXT wristwatch Complete disclosure about a "secret" game that is hidden inside every LEGO(R) MINDSTORMS(R) kit An in-depth guide to the NXT programming language A special LEGO factory kit offer available "only" to readers of this book

Inside This Groundbreaking NXT Reference:

• Your First Robot
• Stupid RCX Tricks
• Save Your RIS
• As Smart as a Brick
• MOVE IT! With Servo Motors
• Hmm, ISense Something
• Yes, But I Don't Know How to Program
• Testing, Testing: On, Trouble Shoot
• Katherine's Best Hacking Projects
• Katherine's Design Fun House
• NXT Programming Language Guide
• NXT Elements
• NXT Resources