tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644478.post114355123039415189..comments2024-01-19T18:40:32.771+08:00Comments on Robots - Because humans deserve better.: Lego Mindstorms NXT, a kid's toy (available from August 2006)Vadakkepathttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11146644521791041552noreply@blogger.comBlogger5125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644478.post-1144225535358657922006-04-05T16:25:00.000+08:002006-04-05T16:25:00.000+08:00U0308353 Chua Xiaoping ShonaI feel that this is a ...U0308353 Chua Xiaoping Shona<BR/><BR/>I feel that this is a very fun and interesting tool. I have actually used it before. The programming involved is very minimal and easy for children to get the hang of it. There is actually a hands-on-session conducted by Singapore Polytechnic during the vacation break. A paper was also written on the use of the Lego Mindstorms to program the RCX.<BR/>Lego Mindstorm is indeed an excellent educational tool.<BR/><BR/>Reference:<BR/>http://www.aare.edu.au/00pap/pee00112.htmIndustryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07147514266441490746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644478.post-1143739827777696182006-03-31T01:30:00.000+08:002006-03-31T01:30:00.000+08:00When I see the terms microprocessor, LabView, it r...When I see the terms microprocessor, LabView, it reminds me of the EE2001 project.<BR/>But a toy that is programmable is really a fresh idea. But the application for children around 10 years old, to me, is not really applicable. I don't think children that age can appreciate the toy they are playing with, so adults would be more inclined to have such a toy. But I agree with other comments that it would nurture the passion for teenagers to find out more about robotics and may even aspire to join the field of developing more robots with more functions.Industryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07147514266441490746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644478.post-1143738191066430462006-03-31T01:03:00.000+08:002006-03-31T01:03:00.000+08:00u0204699 - Ong Chin SoonI think Lego Mindstorm is ...u0204699 - Ong Chin Soon<BR/><BR/>I think Lego Mindstorm is definitely a good way to introduce secondary school or even primary school students to the concept of robotics. With a simple to use icon-based RoboLab software, users need not have any knowledge of programming language to be able to design an algorithm for the robot to perform simple task. Such a friendly interface will allow students to have fun, while at the same time appreciate the logical thinking process essential for developing programmes. <BR/><BR/>In addition, the construction of the robots using Lego bricks will not only enhance the creativity of these young minds, but also offer a possible platform for these students to explore and build something that could perform task they want them to perform. The pleasure derived from seeing a pile of Lego bricks transforming into an intelligent form capable of performing simple task is the driving force behind stimulating the interest of these young minds in the area of robotics. With the latest introduction of new sensors and Bluetooth capabilities in the Lego Mindstorm NXT, students would be able to appreciate the uses of these latest technologies as well. <BR/><BR/>Lego Mindstorm is indeed an excellent educational tool.Assistivehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02006065314130625352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644478.post-1143724090302576332006-03-30T21:08:00.000+08:002006-03-30T21:08:00.000+08:00s0500296 - Martin WiigIt is also an excellent teac...s0500296 - Martin Wiig<BR/><BR/>It is also an excellent teaching tools for laboratory work in an university, an opportunity to realize ideas in obstacle detection, behavior programming and so on with a simple and (let us not forget!) relatively cheap system. They use the old system for this at my home university, and I sure hope they will get this new one as soon as it's available!Securityhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16693455710733429565noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-17644478.post-1143562721239387652006-03-29T00:18:00.000+08:002006-03-29T00:18:00.000+08:00Loh Khai Choon eng10822I actually feel that this i...Loh Khai Choon eng10822<BR/><BR/>I actually feel that this is a very good teaching tool for kids. <BR/><BR/>Apart from the fun they get to enjoy using Mindstorms NXT, they get to learn to learn about using the PC at a young age even if its just for fun. They get to pick up the relevant interests into computers, programming, connectivity, robotics and more. <BR/><BR/>For kids who are in their early teens, I believe this will no doubt inspire them to pick up more knowledge about the usefulness and importance of technology.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com