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Muscle Wires Project Book (3133): A Hands on Guide to Amazing Robotic Muscles That Shorten When Electrically Powered,New
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Presenting everything you need to successfully design, build, and operate devices with Muscle Wires amazing nickeltitanium filaments that actually contract when electrically powered and lift thousands of times their own weight.Topics include: Basic lever action, ratchets and latches, model railroad crossing, AC power circuit, solar power circuit, paper airplane launcher, lifelike butterfly, rubber tube flexi, proportional control, radio control interface, programmable multiple wire controller & serial port interface, PC parallel port interface and much more. Boris the sixlegged motorless miniature walking machine.EXPLORE Get the facts behind the unusual properties of Muscle Wires. Study their uses in heat engines, industrial, medical and aerospace applications, electronic and mechanical devices, prosthetic limbs, robotics, virtual reality systems, products and more.LEARN Get the essential Dos and Don'ts of designing, constructing and powering Muscle Wires devices. Take best advantage of their small sizes and amazing strengths. Discover essential tricks and secrets to getting maximum performance and lifetimes from your applications.BUILD Create dozens of devices from simple levers to multi action robots. Get detailed instructions for fifteen handson projects (from simple lever mechanisms, to Boris, the six legged motorless walking machine), plus sources for wires, materials, electronic components, and software. Develop your own Muscle Wire projects for:* Model Railroads * Custom Electronic Devices* Science Fair Projects * Radio Control Vehicles* Computercontrolled Systems * Animated Models* Ultrasmall Machines & Robots * Movie EffectsA complete and concise reference guide for engineers, designers, experimenters, students, and anyone interested in motorless Muscle Wire motion! Ages 10 and up. Soft cover, 128 pages.
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- Q: What is the primary focus of the Muscle Wires Project Book? A: The Muscle Wires Project Book focuses on designing, building, and operating devices using Muscle Wires, which are nickel-titanium filaments that contract when electrically powered.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: The book is suitable for ages 10 and up, making it accessible for young learners and beginners in robotics.
- Q: What types of projects are included in the book? A: The book includes detailed instructions for fifteen hands-on projects, such as simple levers, a six-legged motorless walking machine, and various robotic devices.
- Q: Are there any safety tips or essential dos and don'ts mentioned? A: Yes, the book provides essential dos and don'ts for designing, constructing, and powering Muscle Wires devices to ensure safe and effective usage.
- Q: Can this book help with school science projects? A: Absolutely, the book offers guidance for creating science fair projects and custom electronic devices, making it a great resource for students.
- Q: What materials and components are needed for the projects in the book? A: The book includes sources for Muscle Wires, materials, electronic components, and software needed to complete the projects.
- Q: What topics related to Muscle Wires are covered in the book? A: Topics include basic lever action, proportional control, various power circuits, and applications in medical, aerospace, and robotic fields.
- Q: What is the format and length of the Muscle Wires Project Book? A: The book is a softcover edition with 128 pages, providing a concise and comprehensive guide.
- Q: Who is the author of the Muscle Wires Project Book? A: The book is authored by Roger G. Gilbertson.
- Q: Is the book suitable for beginners in robotics? A: Yes, the Muscle Wires Project Book is designed for beginners and offers step-by-step instructions to help users create their own projects.