MyBlock Parameters in EV3-G – The Ultimate Programming Convenience
This week, I will teach you how to define parameters for your MyBlocks in EV3-G. Parameters provide a very convenient way to adjust the values within a MyBlock in an EV3 program, without having to...
View ArticleComments – The Most Useful Pieces of Code that do Nothing
How can something that doesn’t do anything be so useful? Comments are a feature used in many programming languages, EV3-G included. They don’t play any function in the program, so they are very useful...
View ArticleWRO – The Competition Explained
Have you ever considered competing in WRO (World Robotic Olympiad)? It’s a group of robotics competitions for kids from Elementary to University levels. This week’s tutorial will teach you all about...
View ArticleUnderglow Neon for the ThunderSmart IV
With the addition of a set of Mindsensors EV3Lights, the ThunderSmart IV now has its very own street light show! The colors are fully controllable and can even be set to pulse on and off! The...
View ArticleMindsensors EV3Lights – Tips, Tricks and Hacks
This week, I’m discussing the new EV3Lights by Mindsensors. I will explain what they are, what’s included in the package, talk about alternative power options, as well as how to program them and teach...
View ArticleIntroduction to the Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT)
Introduction to the Virtual Robotics Toolkit, which is the topic of my tutorials for the next few weeks. The Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) is a robotics simulation software made by Cogmation robotics,...
View ArticleLDD Basics – Getting Started with LEGO Digital Designer
This week, I will be covering the basics you will need to know in order to build your very own EV3 robot in LEGO Digital Designer. The Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) is a robotics simulation software...
View ArticleHow to Get Building Instructions and BOM from an LDD Model
This video will teach you how to create printable building instructions and a parts list/bill of materials for the EV3 robot that you have created in Lego Digital Designer. The Virtual Robotics Toolkit...
View ArticleDrive your First Virtual Robot – Getting Started with the Virtual Robotics...
This week, I teach you how to start up your Virtual Robotics Toolkit for the first time and get started with driving your very first virtual robot! You will also learn some of the features of the...
View ArticleExploring the Sample Challenges Offered by the VRT
This week’s video will cover the various sample challenges offered by the Virtual Robotics Toolkit that will test your robot building skills. Also, I will discuss the new WRO Virtual category, which...
View ArticleModify your VRT Robot with the Attachments Dialog
This week, I teach you how to use the attachments dialog in the Virtual Robotics Toolkit to modify the sample robot in order to more effectively complete the challenge. In addition, you will also learn...
View ArticleImport your Very Own Robot into the Virtual Robotics Toolkit
This week’s tutorial will walk you through the Virtual Robotics Toolkit’s robot import wizard and show you how you can use your very own robot in the simulation software. The Virtual Robotics Toolkit...
View ArticleHow to Program a Robot in the Virtual Robotics Toolkit
This week’s tutorial will teach you how to write an EV3-G program and download it to your robot in the Virtual Robotics Toolkit, as well as demonstrate line following, Port View and Real Time Data. The...
View ArticleVirtual vs. Physical Robots Part 1 – Programming
This week, I will compare the process of programming a virtual robot in the Virtual Robotics Toolkit to the process of programming a physical EV3 robot. I will also explain the differences between...
View ArticleVirtual vs. Physical Robots Part 2 – Mechanisms
This week, I will be comparing how mechanisms and complex gear trains work on robots in the Virtual Robotics Toolkit to mechanisms on a physical EV3 robot. The Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) is a...
View ArticleVRT Cleanup Challenge Walkthrough
In my final video in my series on the Virtual Robotics Toolkit, I will be giving a brief walkthrough on how I solved the Cleanup challenge in 5.6 seconds! The Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) is a...
View ArticlePossible Channel Rebrand? – I’m returning soon!
I’m going to be returning to my normal routine of publishing a new MINDSTORMS tutorial every Thursday starting in August. However, I am considering changing the name of my channel because I feel that...
View ArticleAnnouncing my Decision on the New Channel Name!!!
I’ve been contemplating renaming my channel, and now I’ve made a decision. Watch to find out more! My Patreon supporter(s) for more than $5 for the month of June were: Stephen Rozmiarek and Turnabout...
View ArticleI’m Featured in an Expert Roundup!
As part of an Expert Roundup, me and 29 other Makers were asked the question: How do Makers contribute to the Industry? The post was published on Cuircuito.io. You can read all of the insightful...
View ArticleVRT Update 2017 – Awesome New Features!
The 2017 version of the VRT is now out, and it includes some great new features, including the 2016 FLL mat and 2017 WRO challenges! The Virtual Robotics Toolkit (VRT) is a robotics simulation software...
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