Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.76
November 03, 2022
…young women feel confident and empowered to enter the STEM field, it said. MassRobotics partners and other MA robotics companies will take part in program The curriculum includes participation from MassRobotics' partners and other companies in the Massachusetts ecosystem including SolidWorks, Lightspeed Manufacturing, and GreenSight. MassRobotics is encouraging all-female high schools with a passion for technology and robotics to apply, especially those who are Black and Latinx. Applications are due Nov. 20. To apply, visit this site. For those who are interested in learning more, MassRobotics will be hosting an upcoming virtual student information session. This cohort will run from…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.72
October 06, 2017
…be done to encourage more young people to pursue STEM-centric education and career fields.” Because the workforce shortage is increasing demand for and the value of qualified workers, new graduates and others who have the right technical skills are likely to obtain well-paying positions. Learn how you can support Manufacturing Day Companies, community groups, other organizations as well as individuals are encouraged to support and recognize Manufacturing Day. The most visible and influential way to get involved is by hosting a Manufacturing Day event. Examples include: Plant tours Manufacturing community events and expos (through collaboration with numerous companies) Job fairs…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.14
April 01, 2020
…designs, a “Laser Welding Head” and a “Hip Implants Stem Design,” are use cases of industrial 3D metal printing. In the student category the first prize went to Younes Chahid from BiometicAM based in the United Kingdom with his Hip Implant Stem design. This unctional application improves patients’ lives by shortening operation times as well as recovery times. The design of the structure is fully optimized with varying lattice densities and thicknesses for optimal bone ingrowth. The part can only be produced using metal additive manufacturing and in addition, is designed to print without supports, capable for being nested to…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 19.08
January 18, 2016
…help young people discover and develop a passion for STEM learning and career pathways. The FRC enables students to: ● Learn from professional engineers ● Master STEM skills ● Utilize sophisticated software, hardware, and power tools ● Improve teamwork, and interpersonal and communication skills ● Qualify for more than $22 million in college scholarships The FRC’s positive impact on its student participants is impressive and well documented. More than 88% of student participants demonstrate greater interest in education; more than 90% display more interest in taking a challenging math or science course; and more than 90% are more interested in…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.94
January 13, 2021
…scholarship program for high school students pursuing careers in STEM-related fields (science, technology, engineering, mathematics). Three outstanding students — Drew Pang, Kristen Schang and Geoffrey Xue — each have been awarded a $5,000 scholarship toward a post-secondary degree or technical certification. Dematic has had a long association with the non-profit, FIRST. For years, Dematic engineers have proudly encouraged, coached and arranged sponsorships for elementary and high school teams competing in FIRST robotic and Lego competitions. FIRST (For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology) was founded in 1989 to inspire young people’s interest and participation in science and technology, and…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.86
January 31, 2018
…help young people discover and develop a passion for STEM learning and career pathways. The FRC enables students to: ● Learn from professional engineers ● Master STEM skills ● Utilize sophisticated software, hardware, and power tools ● Improve teamwork, and interpersonal and communication skills ● Qualify for more than $30 million in college scholarships The FRC’s positive impact on its student participants is well documented. Through their involvement, more than 88% demonstrate greater interest in education, and 92% are more interested in attending college. “Fostering interest and enthusiasm among young people is critical to developing the next wave of automation…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.73
June 01, 2019
…Robotics is a national science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education nonprofit serving middle and high school students in 47 locations across 17 states. The organization sponsors a six-week student design competition that takes place during an after-school program. Their competition has joined the cadre of competitions that seek to engage students, arousing their interest in STEM, and providing them with an opportunity to practice innovation in STEM design. Rosemary Mendel is the organization’s executive director. We spoke to her to learn about the program and what it entails. Digital Engineering: Can you provide an overview of the Best Robotics…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.45
December 25, 2021
…competitive robotics market and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) educational programs. The Carrollton, Texas-based firm said its products are used by more than 10,000 schools across 190 countries. It has been named one of the top 100 fastest-growing privately held companies in North Texas in 2019 and 2020. Switchback uses STM32 MCUs. Source: STMicroelectronics REV Robotics said it is familiar with the STM32 microcontroller units (MCUs) in designing, building, and manufacturing robotics components for students. In addition to the battlebot, the company is using a range of ST sensors, motor drivers, and protection devices in its product kits. “We…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.30
August 14, 2020
…plan to help alleviate the burden experienced by educational STEM programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the company says. The Onshape Education plans are the educational versions of PTC’s Software as a Service product, designed to enable CAD activities in a remote learning environment. The Education Standard plan has been free to educational institutions since 2016 and is available to students and educators who want to use professional-grade CAD that is completely online. The newly released Education Enterprise plan builds upon the Standard plan with features designed to enable universities and K-12 schools to launch, manage and scale CAD activities across…
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 18.26
April 01, 2019
…in hands-on robotics and science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). The VEX IQ Challenge Next Level and VEX Robotics Competition Turning Point are this season’s series of game challenges supported by the REC Foundation. VEX IQ Challenge Next Level brings elementary and middle school students together to compete in teamwork challenges with custom-built robots using VEX IQ. To learn more about the competition, we spoke to Vicki Grisanti, senior director of Marketing and Communications, REC Foundation and Eleanor Honious, a past VEX Robotics Competition participant. Digital Engineering: Can you provide an overview of the REC Foundation’s VEX Robotics competition? Vicki…
Found in Robotics Companies & Businesses, with a score of 17.91
June 04, 2021
…support and standards office) for the MassRobotics community. Inspires the next generation of innovators and builders through in-house, hands-on STEM collaboration and initiatives.
Found in Robotics News & Content, with a score of 17.78
September 23, 2015
…be done to encourage more young people to pursue STEM-centric education and career fields.” Because the workforce shortage is increasing demand for and the value of qualified workers, the ISA suggested new graduates and others who have the right technical skills are likely to obtain well-paying positions. Already, according to the ISA, the average annual salary of a manufacturing worker is $77,000. How to support Manufacturing Day Companies, community groups, other organizations as well as individuals are encouraged to support and recognize Manufacturing Day. The most visible and influential way to get involved is by hosting a Manufacturing Day event.…
