Mindstorms NXT IR Receiver
other • 1 pcs
- Set number
- 2855040-1
- Availability
- In production
- Pieces
- 1
- Original RRP
- $49.99
- Released
- 2010
- Theme
- Other
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The LEGO Mindstorms NXT IR Receiver, cataloged as part 2855040-1, was released as an accessory for the second generation of the LEGO Mindstorms robotics platform. It was designed to function specifically with the NXT Intelligent Brick, allowing users to integrate infrared signal reception into their programmed autonomous robots. This component enabled creators to build machines that could track beacons or receive remote commands, expanding the potential for interactive and competition-focused robotics projects.
The design of the NXT sensor line emphasized durability and ease of integration for the educational and hobbyist markets. Developed during a period when LEGO was refining its digital and programmable offerings, the infrared receiver was praised for its role in enabling complex behaviors like object tracking and remote navigation. It served as a critical building block for enthusiasts who participated in the First LEGO League and other robotics challenges throughout the late 2000s.
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