Transformer Apple Power Mac G4 Cube

Name of Model: Transforming LEGO Apple Power Mac G4 Cube

Created by: Thinking Bricks

Found at: http://www.thinkingbricks.com/1/cube/transforming-lego-apple-power-mac-g4-cube.html

Details: Here's a frightening new idea - using casings from existing electronics to build Mindstorms-based transformers. It starts off looking like an ordinary appliance on your desk, and seconds later, it's off driving around. Rather than ruin the surprise for you, I have to ask that you check out all the videos at the site above (the fourth in the series shows a bit more of how it was done).

Robotics Monday: Gravity Sensor

Name of Model: Using a MacBook as tilting remote for LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT

Created by: Kortenkamp

Found at: http://nxtasy.org/2007/06/30/control-nxt-by-macbook-gravity-sensor/

Details: This isn't quite a model, I guess, but it's fascinating none-the-less. Apparently Mac Book computers come with a "gravity sensor" that can determine which direction the computer is tilting in. That and some nifty bluetooth-enabled software turns the computer into a remote control for a LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT 'bot.

This is July 2nd's model of the day