Jini is Sun's attempt to make transparent distriuted computing a reality. So what does this mean? Imagine living in a world where you could move to a new office in another country or check into a hotel and plug your notebook or PDA directly into the network at that location. Your notebook would be immediately recognized and have access to...

In an effort to make the field of robotics accessible to a larger group of developers, Microsoft has released Microsoft Robotics Studio (MSRS). MSRS is based on the popular .NET Framework. It offers developers a standard and consistent way to develop applications for an almost limitless variety of robotic platforms. Currently,...

You are along for the ride with Evan and his archaeologist uncle as they...

“Just imagine!”

Sometimes it’s not as easy as it sounds, is it? Well, help is on the way. In this book, you’ll find the secrets of a true master builder—so be prepared for some pretty advanced techniques.

Because we don’t want to bore you with theory, our focus is on...

Discussing the characteristics that distinguish embodied cognitive science from classical cognitive science, the book places a renewed emphasis on sensing and acting,...

Although LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT allows anyone to build complex inventions, there are limits to what you can do with what comes inside the box. This book shows you how to advance the NXT with more than 45 exciting projects that include creating a cool magic wand that writes words in thin air, building a remotely guided vehicle, and constructing...

So you spend your hard–earned dollars on the hardware only and have your own optimized Ubuntu PC. This is the book that will show you how to get what you...

LEGO MINDSTORMS NXT-G Programming Guide is suitable for young programmers, age 10 and up, as well as parents and teachers who want to learn the new language for themselves...

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