Check out our story bird!

We created two stories about robots- and we want you to check them out!

Click on one of the links to read the stories:

http://storybird.com/books/how-robby-the-robot-saved-the-earth/

http://storybird.com/books/the-great-robot-conundrum/


Thanks for reading!

-Nerdy and Proud Team

Robotics News EV3

    We've reported on all news Pioneer Robotics, and your probably wondering, what about the other worlds of FLL? Well, I can confirm that there is lots going on here.... Namely the release of the new NXT.... The EV3!

     The EV3 is complete with an SD card slot, a blue tooth 2.1 version installed, and a built-in gyroscope!

     The EV3 will be released this summer for $350.00, which is an OK price. With a compatibility with android and iOS systems, this 3rd generation is where it's at!






TO LEARN MORE, GO TO: http://ces.cnet.com/8301-34441_1-57562323/get-ready-to-program-legos-mindstorms-ev3-robots-are-here/

Article by: Josie and Sammy

Battle of the Battle Bots

   ATTENTION! ATTENTION! IT'S TIME FOR THE LEGENDARY BATTLE OF THE BATTLE BOTS!

     The Nerdy and Proud robotics is preparing for a new kind of competition! This competition is called Battle Bots! Each team is expected to create an anonymous robot that will fight each other in a battle. Here's how each team is progressing!

Audrey and Lexi

Robot Name: Good Job

Note: A robot with it's own catchphrase! 

What it does: Moves up two times, then says "good job!"

Tristen 

Robot Name: I Don't Know Yet

Note: Still in pieces...

Note 2: I made an attachment for it!!!!

Strategy: To detect other robot, then flip it.

What it does: It can't do anything! It's still in pieces! DUH!

Brandon

Robot Name: Robo

Note: This robot is built for success!

Strategy: Push robot out of circle using it's strength and durability.

What it does: Nothing yet. 

 

Charles

Robot Name: NXT CS

Note: It's a programming protégée in the making! 

Strategy: Run and turn, using it's big wheels.

What it does: Nothing yet. 

Tyler

Robot Name: Bill

Note: Creative name!

Strategy: N/A

What it does: Play battle bots!

Gabriel and Caleb

Robot Name: Bob

Note: Currently in repair...

Strategy: Follows the black line.

What it does: Follows the black line! 

Wish our teams luck at Battle Bots!