Lego Mindstorms NXT – Build Your Own Robot

The Lego Mindstorms NXT is the perfect gadget for people that like to create their own robots the way they like to and with unique features.

Lego fans can either program the robot functions by using the NXT brick that comes with the kit, or by using the NXT-G software that is compatible with PCs and Macs, after the program being coded on a computer it can be transfered to the robot by USB or Bluetooth.

Also included in the kit is an assortment of sensors (for touch, light, sound and distance), three servo motors and a huge bag of Lego Technic parts (including bricks, wheels, hinges, gears and pulleys).

So, if you are a robot persona + Lego fan what are you waiting for? Head over to Lego MindStorms to view more information. It costs €250 which is something like USD$330.

[Source: TechCentral]

And here is the whole set of features directly from the Lego Online Store.

LEGO® MINDSTORMS® NXT Includes:

* All-new NXT Intelligent Brick with 32-bit microprocessor, more memory and FLASH
* 3 Interactive Servo motors feature built-in rotation sensors to align speed for precise control
* New sound sensor reacts to sound commands, patterns and tones
* New ultrasonic visual sensor responds to movement
* Improved touch sensor reacts to touch and release
* Improved light sensor detects different colors and light intensities
* 519 specially selected LEGO TECHNIC elements for sturdy and durable building and improved functionality and movement
* 4 input ports, 3 output ports and 7 6-wire cords
* Matrix display
* Piezo speaker
* USB 2.0 and Bluetooth support
* Easy-to-use PC and Mac compatible interface
* Intuitive, icon-based drag-and-drop program “building” environment