The Lego Mindstorms Robot Inventor Idea Book: Robot Inventor Idea Book

Contents Introduction Warm-Up PART 1: Basic Mechanisms Rotating motors Transmitting rotation with gears Changing the angle of rotation by 90 Degrees Oscillating mechanisms Reciprocating mechanisms Changing the angle of an axle Transmitting rotation with rubber bands Using cams Using turntables Lighting up the center button Controlling the LED Matrix Using the remote control PART 2: Moving Mechanisms Vehicles with one motor Vehicles with two motors Turning with a steering wheel Walking robots PART 3: Practical Mechanisms Gripping tools Lifting devices Flapping wings Using the projectile launcher Shooting devices Wind devices PART 4 : Using Sensors Using the Distance Sensor Using the Color Sensor Using the Hub's built-in sensor Vehicles with sensors More ways to use sensors PART 5 : Other Enjoyable Mechanisms Various moving mechanisms Spinning tops Drawing devices Automatic doors Making fun games and toys Bonus mechanisms