Extreme Mindstorms is for LEGO (R) MINDSTORMS (TM) enthusiasts of all ages who are interested in special projects and new programming methods that go beyond what is covered in Dave Baum's best selling book, "Definitive Guide to LEGO MINDSTORMS" (Apress 1-893115- 09-7). Through the construction and programming of a demonstration robot, readers will learn advanced MINDSTORMS contruction and programming techniques.
* The four contributing authors, Dave Baum, Michael Gasperi, Ralph Hempel, and Luis Villa, are well-known authorities on LEGO(r) MINDSTORMS(tm)
* Discusses advanced programming techniques using RCX 2.0 firmware, pbForth, and legOS with lots of sample programs
* Includes lots of projects and clear step-by-step instructions for building custom sensors
Foreword
1. Extreme MINDSTORMS
2. The RCX
3. Seeker - A Light Seeking Robot
4. RCX 2.0 Firmware
5. Introduction to pbForth
6. Programming Seeker in pbForth
7. Introduction to LegOS
8. Advanced LegOS
9. Homebrew Passive Sensors
10. Homebrew Powered Sensors
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