Students at Oklahoma State University’s College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology are powering up for the 6th Annual Mercury Remote Robot Challengestarting at 8 a.m. on Saturday, April 18, at the Noble Research Center. In the past five years, the competition has grown from six participating robots to 28, some of which are entered by international teams representing Brazil, Columbia and Mexico.

 

Started by a small group of CEAT students and Dr. Carl Latino, the robotics event combines electrical and mechanical engineering skills. Teams are required to design and build a system capable of operating a robot from at least 50 miles away. The robot must be capable of performing a mission and this year’s involves overcoming obstacles to reach and manipulate a golf ball.

 

“The robot consists of a combination of mechanical and electronic sub systems,” said Carl Latino, associate professor in electrical and computer engineering and Mercury Remote Robotics advisor.

“Designing and constructing such a system is educational and challenging, but the end product is fun to watch for all ages.”

 

The event is free and is open to the public. Spectators can look forward to a day filled with intriguing technology and inspiration for younger learners interested in engineering.

 

The event is sponsored by ABB Total Flow in Bartlesville and Chesapeake Energy. For more information, visit mercury.okstate.edu.