Development of an IoT based 3D printed Mobile Robot Platform for training of Mechatronics Engineering Students

János Simon; László Gogolák

doi:10.14232/analecta.2024.1.18-30

Authors

János Simon Department of Mechatronics and Automation, Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2870-5718
László Gogolák Department of Mechatronics and Automation, Faculty of Engineering, University of Szeged https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6653-3534

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.14232/analecta.2024.1.18-30

Keywords:

3D print, STEM, IoT, Multi-robot systems

Abstract

The advent of the Internet of Things (IoT) has opened up new opportunities in education, particularly in the field of mobile robotics. Mobile robotics is a fast-growing field, and with the increasing demand for skilled robotics engineers, it is essential to provide students with hands-on experience in designing and developing robots. In this regard, an IoT-based 3D printed mobile robot platform has been developed for students training. STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education has been gaining attention as a means to improve science and engineering education. STEM education aims to foster critical thinking, problem-solving skills, creativity, and innovation among students. It involves an educational policy that aims to develop the next generation of skilled professionals by integrating the fields of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. The goal of this approach is to provide students in mechatronics, who are assigned to the robotics lab during their studies, an up to date knowledge and experience in research and development activities. Thus, this paper aims to provide education that focuses on the acquisition and application of engineering knowledge, including control engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical and electronic engineering, information engineering, among others, with the main focus on mobile robot research.

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