Field Robotics Lab

About the Lab

The Field Robotics Lab is a multidisciplinary workspace designed to support hands-on learning, rapid prototyping, and research in robotics, electronics, and embedded systems. It serves as a foundation for the development of autonomous systems, robotic prototypes, and hardware-software integration projects. The lab is equipped with high-precision instruments, robust fabrication tools, and advanced computing systems—enabling students and researchers to design, build, test, and validate robotic solutions for real-world field applications.

Key Equipment and Components

🔹 Electronics Workbench
Keysight Oscilloscope, Keysight DC Power Supply, YIHUA 992DA Rework Station
🔹 Fabrication and Prototyping Tools
Stanley Hardware and Hand Tools, FlashForge Guider 3 (FDM 3D Printer), FlashForge Adventurer Series (5M & 5M Pro)
🔹 Computational Infrastructure
HP Z1 Workstations
🔹Applications and Capabilities
Robotics design and testing (autonomous systems, actuators, sensor integration)
PCB assembly, circuit debugging, and embedded programming
Rapid prototyping with FDM 3D printing
Simulation, visualization, and algorithm development for field robotics

Keysight Oscilloscope

This Keysight is a two-channel digital storage oscilloscope, ideal for electronics labs. It features high sampling rate and memory depth for capturing and analyzing waveforms. The integrated WaveGen function generator enables signal stimulus for circuit testing. Its user-friendly interface and built-in training signals enhance the learning experience.

Keysight Oscilloscope

Keysight DC power supply

This Keysight power supply provides stable and adjustable DC voltage and current for powering electronic circuits and experiments. It offers multiple outputs, allowing for simultaneous powering of different parts of a project. Its precise controls and clear display enable accurate power delivery, essential for reliable testing and development in the lab.

Keysight DC power supply

YIHUA 992DA soldering rework station

This Yihua 992DA is a versatile 4-in-1 rework station, combining soldering iron, hot air gun, and smoke absorber. It's designed for electronics repair and assembly, offering precise temperature control for soldering and desoldering tasks. The integrated power supply allows for powering and testing circuits, while the smoke absorber enhances a safe working environment.

YIHUA 992DA soldering rework station

FlashForge Guider 3

The Flashforge Guider 3 is a versatile FDM 3D printer with a significant build volume and dual extrusion capability, ideal for producing intricate, multi-material prototypes. Its enclosed build chamber ensures stable printing conditions for diverse filaments like ABS and PLA. Equipped with an intuitive touchscreen interface and Wi-Fi connectivity, it simplifies the workflow. This reliable printer empowers advanced design and engineering projects in the lab, allowing students to create high-quality, functional parts with precision and efficiency.

FlashForge Guider 3

FlashForge Adventure

The Adventurer 5M is known for its quick setup and ease of use, featuring a direct drive extruder and a PEI build plate for good adhesion. The Adventurer 5M Pro enhances this with a fully enclosed chamber, a built-in camera for remote monitoring, and an air filtration system with HEPA and activated carbon filters for safer printing, especially with materials like ABS. Both printers have auto-leveling, filament run-out sensors, and support various filaments like PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, and ASA (with appropriate nozzle). They are controlled via a touchscreen interface and offer connectivity through Wi-Fi, Ethernet, and USB.

FlashForge Adventure

Tools

Stanley hardware and tools is a key provider of dependable hand tools and robust power tools vital for our lab's fabrication work. Their extensive selection includes durable screwdrivers and versatile wrenches for assembly, alongside precise measuring tapes for accurate layouts. For more demanding material processing, their drills enable efficient hole creation and saws facilitate precise cutting. These tools empower a wide array of fabrication techniques, supporting everything from fundamental construction to the development of intricate prototypes and ensuring students have the necessary equipment for hands-on learning and project realization.

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