Projects

Maze Bot

Project Description:

This project is focused on building and programming a small robot that will be capable of autonomously navigating an unknown maze and returning a 3D map of the correct path through the maze.

This project will utilize Robot Operating System (ROS), a robotics control software used in industry worldwide. We’ve acquired some of the necessary hardware and will ramp up the project this semester.

We’re looking for:

Electrical/Computer Engineering Majors: Preferably with experience in hardware.
Computer Science Majors: Some Python experience preferred, Linux experience preferred (but optional).
Mechanical Engineering Majors: Any CAD experience.

PoBS

Project Description:

Positive Buoyancy Submersible (PoBS) is a remote, unmanned, submersible research vessel that has the ability to surface regardless of operator connection or battery power by maintaining a positive buoyancy at all times. The craft will dive and steer through the use of unique downward-facing hydrofoils.

This project will utilize many different industry-standard mechanical and fluid analysis programs as well as employ custom dynamics simulations in Python.

We’re looking for:

Aerospace and Ocean Engineering Majors: Junior or Seniors with experience in fluid analysis preferred
Computer Science Majors: Experience with Python and ROS preferred

Combat Robotics Project

Project Description:

This project’s current focus is to design and build a 30-pound combat robot to compete in Robobrawl Illinois against other colleges. We are currently working on designing the drivetrain system and the electrical circuit, while also assembling the chassis and weapon system.

This remote-controlled robot will feature a 6-wheel drivetrain, a 6.5-pound 5000 RPM steel bar weapon, and a CNC machined aluminum chassis. This project will provide experience in CAD, fabrication processes, electronic systems, and robotic destruction.

We’re looking for:

Electrical/Computer Engineering Majors: some background in robotics/circuit design and/or brushless motors
Mechanical/Manufacturing Engineering Majors: fabrication experience and/or background in drivetrain design
All Majors: Eager to learn new robotic skills and excited to watch robots fight to the death

Germination System

Project Description:

The purpose of this project is to design a system that can grow a plant from seed to maturity with no human involvement through the use of continuously monitoring sensors. Currently, the system has been partially assembled and is ready for testing and revising the physical assembly and code.

We’re looking for:

All Majors: Experience with CAD and/or circuit + schematic design is a plus

Quadruped Project

Project Description:

The Quadruped Project is focused on building a robot capable of walking on four legs, much like a dog. This type of robot must balance and adapt to its surroundings. The goal of this project is to explore the capabilities of walking robots.

This semester will be the first phase of the project, where we will design, build, and manufacture the hardware for a quadruped robot. We will evaluate a quadruped robot that Turtle built in the past. Afterwards, we will iterate on the existing design for improved robustness and functionality.

We’re looking for:

Mechanical Engineering Majors: CAD and Engineering Analysis experience
All Engineering Majors: Willing to put in the effort and learn something new

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