Programming Lego Mindstorms with Java

by Giulio Ferrari and Syngress

Lego robots! The first book that teaches you to program Lego Mindstorms using Java Lego Mindstorms are a new generation of Lego Robots that can be manipulated using microcomputers, light and touch sensors, an infrared transmitter and CD-ROMs. Since Lego launched Lego Mindstorms in late 1998 sales have skyrocketed - with no sign of slowing down. Mindstorms have captured the imagination of adults and children alike, creating a subculture of Mindstorm...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1928994555
• ISBN13: 9781928994558
• Release Date: June 2002
• Publisher: Syngress
• Length: 464 Pages
• Weight: 2.10 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.2" x 1.1" x 7.5"

Customer Reviews

Super Java challengers

Lego mindstorms have steadily become the latest craze in robotics across campuses, and are an excellent way to build mechanics and physics skills, the newest series from Syngress is awesome.

A good book, but might be a bit steep for non-programmers

Personally, I enjoy this book. It's beaten my expectations, and that's a rare treat.However....If you have never done any programming in a language like Java, Python, or C++, and if terms like "firmware", "embedded", etc. leave you feeling upset, this book may be a bit of a challenge.But then again, if you are interested in moving beyond the capabilities of the software that shipped with your Lego Mindstorms kit, this may be precisely what you want.Also, if you have been trying to learn some Java but haven't found a project "fun" enough to sustain your interest, this book and a Mindstorms kit may thrill you.