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Who are we?
We are the Pitt Robotics and Automation Society (RAS), a student-run club that aims to provide its members with hands-on experience in robotics. Our mission is to help members grow beyond the classroom through practical design, teamwork, and exposure to the latest industry trends.
We offer technical workshops, opportunities to compete, and tours of local robotics companies so members can develop their skills and connect with the regional robotics community. Our projects range from combat robots and intelligent maze-solvers to lifelike robotic arms and autonomous planetary rovers, giving members hands-on opportunities to design, build, and innovate in robotics.
Battle Bots
Keep Calm and Battle On
Project Overview
Do you like combat robotics? Robots with deadly weapons?
RAS will build and design a battle bot for the NHRL competition and for other local competitions near Pittsburgh. There will be a chance for all members to fabricate, assemble, and battle with the robot.
How can I join?
Just message us! No experience is necessary to join. We are looking for a variety of students to work within the subteams.
Robot Arms
A great entry into the world of industrial automation.
Project Details
This three-axis robot arm will serve as a jumping point into industrial robotics and applications. In this project, you will be exposed to inverse kinematics, mechanical prototyping (3D printing), electrical systems (power conversion and distribution), and working with microcontrollers (Arduino) to read data from multiple sensors and command motors.
Open to expansion!
The design is not set in stone - if you want to add additional sensors or automate some monotonous task, we want to know about it and work with you!
Rover
The Sky is the Limit
Project Details
Our team designs and assembles a rover from raw material, manufactured components (gears, bearings, etc.), and pre-built electronics (motors, arduinos, etc.). There are several systems that are being worked on for the rover. Main systems include the chassis, the arm, the science module, and autonomous control.
If interested, please contact us!
