Tutorials
Using the NXT Touch Sensor:  This video will show you some of
the basics for using the NXT touch sensor as well as a simple
program with the LEGO MindStorms software.
Robot Locomotion Basics:  This video will talk about the 3 basic
wheel and tread designs.  The 2 wheel robot with a pivot wheel; the
all wheel drive; and the treaded robot.
  Using Light Sensors:  Covering some simple uses for the
standard light sensor on the NXT robot.  Including examples from
the LEGO MindStorms software.
Follow the Line:  See the basic program for getting a robot to
follow a line using the NXT and a single light sensor.
The Basic Robot Table:  What makes a good table; what
materials to use; and how to build one when you've figured out what
you want.
NXT Robot Guide Sheets (21 pages):  These are 11 different handouts for
use in the classroom.  All (but one) are two sides, designed to give a lesson with
background information on the topic.  From building a robot, to using gears, to turning, to
light and touch sensors.  Similar to our previous version for the RCX, but designed for use
with the NXT.
NXT AWD 4-Wheeled Robot: Step-by-step directions for building a
four-wheeled robot.
Building a Simple NXT Treaded Robot: Step-by-step directions
for building a Simple NXT Treaded Robot.
Building a Simple NXT Wheelbot: Step-by-step directions for
building a Simple NXT Wheelbot.
   
   
   
   
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These tutorials and worksheets were funded by a generous grant from the
Davis Family
Foundation
.  Our goal is to have 10 basic videos to accompany the printable worksheets.