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Carnegie Mellon University's Robotics Academy has launched a new resource for NXT users! The LEGO SOLID MODELING site was developed for downloading various LEGO NXT parts and robots in the solid modeling programs Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire and SolidWorks.
The site was developed both as a stand-alone for anyone interested in designing and animating with the new NXT parts, and as a supplement to the Robotics Academy NXT curriculum so that students can design NXT models as part of the project process.
To learn more about the site and what it has to offer, CLICK HERE.
NOTE: Before using any of the part or assembly files on the site, you must have Pro/ENGINEER Wildfire version 2.0 or higher or SolidWorks installed on your computer.
USA Weekend is once again hosting its "Most Caring Youth Coach" competition. Who better to receive the honor than a FIRST robotics coach!?!
Currently in its 17th year, the annual contest honors individuals dedicated to helping young athletes achieve excellence on and off the field. Coaches who work with children through high school are eligible. Three winners will be recognized at a Hall of Fame dinner and receive $1,000 for their team or a favorite charity.
Does your FIRST coach go above and beyond to ensure your team is at its best? If so, consider nominating him/her as the Most Caring Youth Coach! Entry deadline is February 2.
Contest rules and entry information available at www.usaweekend.com. And, since not everyone knows about FIRST, be sure to include a link to the FIRST website (www.usfirst.org) with your nomination to show how it is a "sport for the mind!"
The 2009 LEGO Education Main Catalog is here and ready for distribution!
For the first time in LEGO Education history, a complete continuum of robotics hardware, software, and curriculum for students in elementary school through university level is available! Check out the catalog's robotics section to see what you can add to your tech-savvy classroom!
Updated programming software, a new NXT touch sensor, fresh activities from Carnegie Mellon University, and an updated Simple and Motorized Mechanisms Set round out the enhancements viewable in this year's main catalog.
With color-coded sections for each topic, the 2009 LEGO Education Main Catalog is organized in a way that makes it easy to find the right product for any lesson or activity.
CLICK HERE to order yours today!