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The LPF2 connector is LEGO's proprietary interface for Powered Up devices. Understanding this protocol is essential for building custom sensors, intercepting motor data, or creating...
The Raspberry Pi Build HAT is a game-changer for LEGO robotics. This add-on board connects to the Pi's 40-pin GPIO header and provides four LPF2 ports, natively accepting LEGO Technic, SPIKE, and...
ESPHome offers a "no-code" solution for LEGO smart home integration. By defining your project in a YAML configuration file, you can create BLE clients that connect to LEGO hubs and expose them as...
Great Ball Contraption (GBC) builders know the pain of burnt motors. A single jam can destroy an expensive motor in minutes. This guide shows you how to build a universal safety module that detects...
The automated LEGO sorting machine is the "holy grail" project for LEGO hobbyists. This guide covers building a complete vision-based sorter using Raspberry Pi, OpenCV for image processing, and...
The ESP32 has emerged as the premier choice for LEGO integration, primarily due to its dual-core architecture, integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth stacks, and exceptionally low cost. This comprehensive...
Transform your LEGO train layout from a simple loop into a fully automated transit system. Trains automatically stop at stations, obey traffic signals, and avoid collisions—all without a smartphone...
Power management is where most hybrid LEGO/electronics projects fail. LEGO motors need ~9V, microcontrollers need 3.3V or 5V, and getting this wrong can melt your bricks, fry your electronics, or...
Line following is the foundation of autonomous robotics and a core skill for FIRST LEGO League and World Robot Olympiad. This comprehensive tutorial covers mechanical design, sensor calibration,...
Expanding the capabilities of your LEGO SPIKE Prime robot with external sensors opens up a world of possibilities, allowing it to interact with its environment in more sophisticated ways. This...
The best way to learn Python is by building real projects. This guide provides 10 progressively challenging MINDSTORMS projects—from displaying messages to building autonomous line-following...
Take your MINDSTORMS programming to the next level with advanced motor control techniques. This guide covers PID controllers, acceleration profiles, gear ratio calculations, and precision...
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