LEGO Terms

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Technic Beam

Back

Long rectangular pieces with circular holes used for connecting other components.

Front

Technic Brick

Back

Standard LEGO bricks that include circular holes for pins or axles. (circular holes not shown in this image)

Front

Axle

Back

A cylindrical rod that fits into wheels, gears, or other pieces to create rotation.

Front

Axle Connector

Back

A piece used to join two axles together or to hold them at different angles.

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Pin

Back

Small cylindrical connectors that attach beams and bricks together, either loosely or firmly.

Front

Cross Axle Pin

Back

A pin that connects parts with both axle holes and pin holes.

Front

Gear

Back

Circular pieces with teeth used to transmit rotation or change the direction of motion.

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Motor

Back

A component that converts electrical energy into mechanical motion, driving wheels or other parts.

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Hub

Back

The central processing unit of the Spike Prime kit that controls motors and sensors. It also serves as a power source.

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Sensor

Back

An input device used to detect and measure different types of data (e.g., color, distance, force).