Lego Masters: Scientists Who Use Lego Bricks for Models/Play

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This discussion highlights the diverse applications of Lego bricks among scientists and hobbyists, particularly in educational settings such as robotics courses. Participants share personal experiences with Lego, emphasizing its role in fostering creativity and problem-solving skills. Notably, one user recounts building intricate models, including a mansion and a pirate ship, showcasing the versatility of Lego as a tool for both play and learning. The conversation underscores the enduring appeal of Lego across generations, from childhood to adulthood.

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  • Understanding of basic robotics concepts
  • Familiarity with Lego building techniques
  • Knowledge of creative design principles
  • Experience in model construction and engineering
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  • Explore robotics projects using Lego Mindstorms
  • Research advanced Lego building techniques for model design
  • Investigate the educational benefits of using Lego in STEM curricula
  • Learn about the history and evolution of Lego sets
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This discussion is beneficial for educators, robotics enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the intersection of creativity and engineering through the use of Lego bricks.

How many of y'all use Lego Bricks?


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I grew up with Lego Bricks and know they make for great models. Always wondered how many scientists use Lego Bricks? (Even just to play/build with them)?
 
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For an introductory robotics subject at my university we used lego to build a couple of autonomous robots : ). Lego definitely has its advantages in situations like this. No need to have actual parts sourced from various places etc.
 
I had a whole Lego town as a kid. I loved the creativity.
 
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I have gotten Lego Bricks for my b-day as long as I can remember, in fact, as far as I can remember all the Lego sets I ever remember getting were Star Wars.
 
As an aspiring young ninja I would deploy my caltrops in a haphazard, yet thorough, manner.
 
I play Lego with my kids daily.
 
I only had one original Lego in my life because it used to be extremely expensive and only few kids had it.
It was a tiny set for building a beach house. There were also palms and a boat. I liked it but was a bit disappointed because there were not many bricks to build with.
 
Ha! I'm 15 but I still can't help playing with legos sometimes. I used to have the sets, but figured that designing my own was even better. I believe that my masterpiece was a mansion that I built that included a kitchen with an island, oven that opened, and fridge; a living room with a fire place, grand piano, and working sliding door entrance to the backyard (which had a garden and seesaw); a bathroom with a tiled shower, toilet, and sink; two bedrooms that both had desks with swivel chairs and balconies (one also had a bunk bed with ladder); and a garage that opened like a real one with a workshop area and car.

But then it was destroyed by giant house-breaking monsters (i.e. siblings). Good times :smile:
 
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My masterpeice was a Benny Spaceship that I turned into a pirate ship w\ propeller
 
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