Who: National Instruments is a test, measurement and control company that equips engineers and scientists with tools to accelerate productivity, innovation and discovery

What: NI LabVIEW system design software, which is used around the globe by engineers and scientists to address some of the world's greatest challenges, powers the recently announced LEGO MINDSTORMS EV3 consumer robotics platform.

LabVIEW software has been used in scientific breakthroughs and engineering advancements such as space exploration, the discovery of the Higgs boson, research into 5G wireless technology and highway-capable electric vehicle test.

When: January 7-11, 2013

Where: International Consumer Electronics Show (CES), Venetian Ballroom - LEGO Booth 70911

Why: Engineers and scientists prefer LabVIEW software because of its intuitive graphical nature. LEGO MINDSTORMS robotics products continue to deliver an intuitive, custom programming experience powered by LabVIEW to users, effectively broadening LabVIEW usage from kindergarten to rocket science.

To learn more, visit poweredby.labview.com

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About National Instruments
Since 1976, National Instruments (www.ni.com) has equipped engineers and scientists with tools that accelerate productivity, innovation and discovery. NI's graphical system design approach to engineering provides an integrated software and hardware platform that speeds the development of any system needing measurement and control. The company's long-term vision and focus on improving society through its technology supports the success of its customers, employees, suppliers and shareholders.

LabVIEW, National Instruments, NI and ni.com are trademarks of National Instruments. LEGO, the LEGO logo and MINDSTORMS are trademarks of the LEGO Group. Other products and company names listed are trademarks or trade names of their respective companies.

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