/LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT: Firgelli L12–NXT Actuator
Name
Meelis Nopri
Abstract
Summary
The first part of this paper introduces actuators as a whole. At first it is explained what is an actuator. Then, most common types of actuators and their working principles are explained. Also some examples are provided so the reader knows where they are used in practice.
The second chapter is concerned with the actuator at hand, namely the Firgelli L12-NXT. It provides an overview of the actuator itself. Next instruction on how to start programming the actuator and how to connect sensors to the robot is explained.
The third and final chapter has 3 problems with increasing difficulty for the learner to solve. Each problem comes with a solution, idea on how to solve it and necessary comments. The CD with possible solutions is provided in the appendix.
Altogether this paper serves as a studying material for someone who hasn’t had any contact with robotics and/or actuators before. When the reader has read the materials and completed the exercises he/she should be able to have basic concept of robotics and how many real time systems work. Teachers who have knowledge of English, can use this paper as material to teach using the actuator with LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT robotics kit.
Graduation Thesis language
English
Graduation Thesis type
Bachelor - Information Technology
Supervisor(s)
Anne Villems, Taavi Duvin
Defence year
2011