Robotics
Explore how robots move, sense their environment, and solve problems using engineering and programming. These projects help students investigate mechanical design, sensors, automation, and real-world applications through hands-on building and testing.
Basic Robotics
- Build a simple robot using a beginner kit (LEGO, VEX, Arduino)
- Test how wheel size affects speed and stability
- Compare different drive systems (tank, skid-steer, omni-wheel)
Sensors & Automation
- Build a robot that follows a line using light sensors
- Create an obstacle‑avoiding robot using ultrasonic sensors
- Test how sensor placement affects accuracy
Programming & Control
- Program a robot to navigate a maze
- Compare manual control vs autonomous control
- Test how different algorithms affect navigation speed
Mechanical Design
- Design and test different robot arm mechanisms
- Study how gear ratios affect lifting power
- Compare claw vs gripper designs for object handling
Real‑World Robotics
- Build a robot that sorts objects by colour or size
- Design a robot that can assist with a household task
- Investigate how robots are used in medicine, industry, or space
Autonomous Movement
- Create a robot that follows a programmed path
- Test how surface type affects movement accuracy
- Compare different navigation strategies (dead‑reckoning, sensors, mapping)
Human‑Robot Interaction
- Build a robot that responds to sound or gestures
- Study how interface design affects user control
- Test how people react to different robot behaviours
Engineering Challenges
- Design a robot to complete a specific task with limited materials
- Build a robot that can climb a ramp or uneven terrain
- Test how design changes improve performance and reliability
