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| NXT | is the large white and grey brick that serves as the core of the robot. The brain of the robot. |
| re-chargeable battery pack | is the main power supply for the NXT robot. |
| Firmware | is a special software that runs on the NXT which allows it to understand your programs. |
| USB cable | is the cable that sends data to and from the NXT and your computer. |
| REM bot | is the type of robot that we are using to learn with. |
| View Option | option on the NXT robot that allows you to view the sensor values. |
| Smart Motor | part of the motor that allows you to program the robots movement. |
| Touch Sensor | Sensor that allows the robot to since when it has run into an object. |
| Light Sensor | Sensor that detects Brightness of light to help the robot control it's environment. |
| Ultrasonic Sensor | Sensor that uses an Sonar Rangefinder to help your robot to determine distance from an object or wall. |
| Sound Sensor | Sensor that detects Sound waves that create electrical signals that help the Robot to control it's environment. |