Adafruit Make: Lego and Arduino Projects

Create amazing robots and gadgets with the fusion of Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0 and the Arduino prototyping platform. This comprehensive guide provides step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations to craft devices with advanced functionalities.

From a drink dispenser to a music synthesizer, unlock versatile project possibilities. Gain essential skills in setting up the Arduino programming environment, downloading sketches, and learning its intuitive language, even if you’re a non-programmer.

Projects include:

• A mobile Drawbot that sketches paths autonomously
• An analog Mindstorms clock with functional time display
• A single-button, chocolate milk mixing machine
• A wireless-controlled Gripperbot robotic arm
• A guitar-shaped Lego synthesizer for exploring electronic music
• A smartphone-controlled Lego lamp with adjustable lighting

Delve into electronics, from understanding Ohm’s Law to integrating basic components. Authors John Baichtal, Matthew Beckler, and Adam Wolf bring a wealth of expertise in open source hardware and innovative DIY projects.