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Robotics Club 2024

$730
73%
Raised toward our $1,000 Goal
10 Donors
Project has ended
Project ended on April 26, at 05:00 PM CDT
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Robotics Club 2024

The Robotics Club at Iowa State University is focused on bringing technical knowledge and interest in robotics to students at Iowa State University. During previous years, we have participated in competitions and outreach events at local schools and on the ISU campus. We have also focused our general meetings on introducing robotics concepts, research, and real-world implementation by inviting professors and students to speak on various topics related to robotics. 

A diagram of Robot Operating System, also known as ROS

Robot Operating System (ROS) Diagram


This year, there are three main projects: an autonomous snowplow, a lower-body exoskeleton suit, and combat robotics. The Autonomous Snowplow team is tasked with clearing a predetermined area of snow without any human input; they can only use algorithms, computer vision, and additional sensors. In January 2024, the team traveled to Minnesota to compete and placed 4th while gaining valuable experience. 


Autonomous Snowplow CompetitionOur ExoSuit project is meant to provide external support to a person, increasing the possible weight lifted and extending the time before physical exhaustion. The team has redesigned the project in the past year and plans to compete next year. In the competition, the team will be scored on design, an obstacle course, and efficiency.


Exo Skeleton Backpack 
Combat Robotics is back to working on their 30 lbs. robot, getting ready for competition. In combat robotics competitions, the teams try to be the last robot standing. Our team's robot has a spinning rectangle that will be used as their weapon in competition. They will be competing at RoboBrawl at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign taking place from April 5 - 6.


Combat Robot Insides


The Robotics Club at Iowa State University has continued to grow throughout the past year, and we need your help to support our members and prepare for the future! Donations help us pay for materials, manufacturing costs, and future travel expenses once we can safely attend competitions. We're also looking to purchase shelves and products to help us organize our space in the Student Innovation Center on campus.

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If you want to learn more about our club, please check out our website!

https://robotics.stuorg.iastate.edu/

We're also on Twitter/X @ISU_Robotics!

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$10

Tin

Gifts at this level support the purchase of everyday materials, such as wire and screws.

$25

Aluminum

Gifts at this level support the purchase of small electronics components such as Arduinos or relays. As a thank you at this giving level, we will send you a personalized email.

$50

Iron

Gifts at this level support the purchase of electronics and manufacturing supplies, including batteries or high-strength materials. As a thank you at this giving level, your name will appear on our club website, along with all previous benefits.

$100

Steel

Gifts at this level support the purchase of control system electronics and bulk material! As a thank you at this giving level, your name will appear on all club presentations, along with all previous benefits.

$250

Titanium

Gifts at this level can help support the purchase of high-end sensors and machined parts! As a thank you at this giving level, your name will appear on all club posters, along with all previous benefits.

$500

Gold

Gifts at this level help cover the costs of our custom-made parts and components! As a thank you at this giving level, your name will appear on the back of all club t-shirts, along with all previous benefits.

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