The new ifm O6D series photoelectric distance sensors use time-of-flight technology to enable robust and reliable detection of objects at distances of up to three metres. Either a reflectance value or ...

A quantum net for dark matter: A distributed intercity network of quantum sensors is placing additional constraints on the parameters that axionic dark matter could have. (Courtesy: USTC) A new of way ...

The sensor continuously sends out infrared light and measures how much of that light is reflected. When a reflective object is within its set detection range, it returns a low signal. The Arduino ...

So many possibilities when two bricks know one another’s exact relative position. So many possibilities when two bricks know one another’s exact relative position. is a senior editor and founding ...

At the heart of LEGO SMART Play is the LEGO SMART Brick, a tiny computer that fits inside a traditional 2x4 brick. Inside the brick is a custom-made ASIC chip measuring approximately 4.1mm in diameter ...

The brand-new, jaw-dropping Lego smart brick tech can recognize other bricks, activate effects and play music. They're debuting in Star Wars Lego sets this spring and we got an early look at CES 2026.

NXT:Scratch is a freeware brings a modern, Scratch-like programming experience to LEGO® NXT users. It supports Windows XP through Windows 11, keeping classic robots easy and fun to code. Built with ...

Step by step tutorial on how to build a giant LEGO candy vending machine using standard LEGO bricks. The video shows the complete build process including the dispenser system and internal mechanism.

Step by step tutorial on how to build a LEGO hammer arcade machine using only standard bricks. This guide explains the full construction process with a working hammer mechanism that measures impact ...