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IISD Robotics Training
Irving Independent School District
800 O'Connor Rd.
Irving, TX  75061

 

Construction

Mini Modules (MIT)
Looking for that little something that will enhance your robot?  You'll find ideas like how to make a spring loaded catapult here.

Unexplained Bacon?
A Super, Souped-Up Robot

Lego Models
You won't find these models anywhere else!  This is a must see sight, and will give you some unique ideas on building.  You may have to track down some extra pieces to build these bots, but it's well worth your time.

Pieces and Uses
Get familiar with the Lego pieces that come in your kit, and get to know what they do.

Building Hints
Not sure how to go about the process of building?  Check out this page...

Bots - Above the normal...
Instructions to build jumping to walking robots.

FetchBot
Online instructions for building a bot that can fetch dark objects.

Robot Instructions
More online instructions for robots

The Art of Lego Design (pdf document)
A must read for those interested in the technical side of building Legos.  Also has excellent diagrams showing how Legos 'interact'.

Modifying Models
Creative thinking is one of the biggest challenges (and your biggest asset) to building with Legos.  See how to modify some Simple Machine kit projects, then make your own modifications and take pictures!

9th Grade Report on Multiple Line Following Techniques
Learn how to build and program a robot that follows a line.

RoboTruck
Online instructions for building a robot truck.  Steering capabilities, touch sensor capabilities.

Hmm...look and see for yourself...
What else can I say?  More instructions...

Another Line Following Program

Advanced Line Following

Using Subroutines

Understanding how a light sensor works

Grabbers


gear 

Construction Activities

Build a Sturdy Wall
Exploring Gear Trains
A Chair for Mr. Bear

Blindfolded Building
Cross Country Adventure
Music Box
Snail Car