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The Lego Technic Idea Book: Simple Machines
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The Lego Technic Idea Book: Simple Machines Is A Collection Of Hundreds Of Working Examples Of Simple Yet Fascinating Technic Models That You Can Build Based On Their Pictures Alone. Each Project Uses Colorcoded Pieces And Is Photographed From Multiple Angles, Making It Easy To See How The Models Are Assembled Without The Need For Stepbystep Instructions. Every Model Illustrates A Different Principle, Concept, Or Mechanism That Will Inspire Your Own Original Creations. You'Re Encouraged To Use These Elements As Building Blocks To Create Your Own Masterpieces.The Technic Models In Simple Machines Demonstrate Basic Configurations Of Gears, Shafts, Pulleys, Turntables, Connectors, And The Like. You'Ll Learn How To Create Small, Elegant Machines Like Cranes, Operable Doors, Motorized Cars, A Rubber Bandpowered Rocket Launcher, A Handcranked Drag Racer, And Even Musical Instruments.This Visual Guide, The First In The Threevolume Lego Technic Idea Book Series, Is The Brainchild Of Master Builder Yoshihito Isogawa Of Tokyo, Japan. Each Title Is Filled With Photos Of Isogawa'S Unique Models, All Of Which Are Designed To Fire The Imaginations Of Lego Builders Young And Old.Imagine. Create. Invent. Now, What Will You Build?Note: The Lego Technic Idea Book Series Uses Parts From Various Technic Sets. If You Don'T Have Some Of The Pieces Shown In A Particular Model, Experiment By Substituting Your Own Parts Or Visit The No Starch Press Website For A List Of The Special Parts Used In The Book.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the LEGO Technic Idea Book: Simple Machines about? A: The LEGO Technic Idea Book: Simple Machines is a visual guide featuring hundreds of Technic models that demonstrate basic principles of mechanics. It provides inspiration for building simple yet fascinating machines using LEGO pieces.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The book is authored by Yoshihito Isogawa, a master builder from Tokyo, Japan, known for his creative LEGO designs.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The LEGO Technic Idea Book: Simple Machines has a total of 168 pages filled with photographs and descriptions of various models.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners? A: Yes, this book is suitable for builders of all skill levels, including beginners, as it provides visual guides to help understand how to build various models.
- Q: What types of models can I build from this book? A: You can build a variety of models such as cranes, operable doors, motorized cars, and even musical instruments using the concepts illustrated in the book.
- Q: Are there any step-by-step instructions provided? A: No, the book does not include step-by-step instructions; instead, it offers photographs and color-coded pieces to guide you in building the models.
- Q: What materials are used in the models? A: The models utilize various LEGO Technic pieces, and readers are encouraged to use their own parts if they do not have the specific pieces shown.
- Q: When was the LEGO Technic Idea Book: Simple Machines published? A: The book was published on October 1, 2010.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this book is the first volume in the three-volume LEGO Technic Idea Book series.
- Q: What condition is the book in when purchased? A: The book is sold in new condition, ensuring you receive a quality product.