You already know you can create amazing things with LEGO, but did you
know you can also make vehicles that roll and model plans that include
landing gear and flaps that actually extend and retract? You can even
make functional robots without getting into Mindstorms and programming.
In Practical LEGO Technics, Mark Rollins shows you how to use LEGO
and Power Functions components like motors and remote controls to create
motorized cars, all terrain vehicles, vehicle steering, construction
equipment such as cranes and forklifts, airplanes. All-in-all, you'll
learn to create a wide variety of fun, unique LEGO creations.
LEGO Technic is similar to Mindstorms in that you can create all sorts
of cool vehicles and gadgets. But unlike Mindstorms, you don't have to
learn programming. Power Functions allows you to add motors, remote
control, and battery boxes to your LEGO projects, no programming
required. And while you could just build a LEGO Technic gadget from a
boxed set, with Practical LEGO Technics, you'll learn the hows and
whys of Technic project design, and pick up ideas for your own custom
projects.
Please note: The print version of this title is in black & white;
the ebook is full color. You can download color images from the book at
http: //www.apress.com/9781430246114
- Covers basic design for motorized vehicles that run and steer.
- Shows how to build headlights and more using the Power Functions Light
Kit.
- Provides suspension design for use in building all-terrain vehicles.
- Helps you build construction equipment, including a crane and
forklift.
