Tag Archives: robotics
UM-Flint student uses technology to build a better future for herself and others
The old science fiction trope of futuristic humans working alongside robots – before the mechanical menaces eventually turn on their creators – is as old as the genre itself. However, for Jamiah McQuiller, minoring in computer science isn't about whether she can build her own personal R2-D2 to pal around with, or develop the next[…]
UM-Flint Engineering Students' Robot Excels at Midwest Competition
A team of four University of Michigan-Flint engineering students recently entered their specialized robot in a competition sponsored by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Despite being up against some very experienced teams, the UM-Flint team managed to capture a third place finish.
UM-Flint Sponsored FIRST Robotics Team Readies for Competition
The team was formed last year with students from the Genesee Early College (GEC). This year, around 20 students from the high school, located on the UM-Flint campus, are participating.
UM-Flint and Genesee Early College Bring Back First Robotics Team
Six UM-Flint engineering students have agreed to help with the programming, design, construction, and testing of a robot.