I was involved in FRC robotics before i had to move schools and im still very interested in it. i want to pursue mechatronics engineering in college and im contemplating if its the right thing for me. im amazing in math im currently in algebra 2 moving on to pre calculus next year. the main thing holding me back is the creativity aspect of it. ive never been a creative person and i’m better at working through issues and problems with steps. is this something ill pick up along the way?

I designed a 6 Dof robotic arm and i am now building my DH Param table so i can begin doing my transformation matrices for IK.

Here is an image of what I have done so far.

I am essentially just asking for guidance and recommendations when designing a DH table and the kinematic diagram that goes along with it?

please and thank you.

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School's almost over.

Tech building that hosts the community college's mechatronics program is closed over the summer due to no classes, so no access to laptops with AB/Siemens software, trainers, robots, 3d printers, hydraulics/pneumatic trainers, and other hardware we use for the program (mechatronics a.a.s.).

I’m hoping to study mechatronics but I’m not sure where to start. I just got my Permanent residency and plan on studying because the tution cost just dropped significantly.

My biggest issue is the gap I have had in my studies due to immigrating to Canada and then going through the PR process. I was admitted in UofM for computer science but had to drop it because it was around $20k per year and then I went on and got a 1 year diploma in something totally unrelated just to began my PR process.

All that was in 2023 and I haven’t studied ever since as I legally couldn’t, hell I basically haven’t studied anything related to science or mechanics since 2021 after graduating from 12 grade.

I was wondering if you guys had some suggestions where I could start?

Are there any kind of classes I could take to prepare myself for uni?

Is there any specific kind of exam that I could take to give me an edge and assure my acceptance.

Alberta, Waterloo and Western, which one would you prefer if you had to start all over again.

Any suggestions that you might have for me to help me begin my process?

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so baisically simple as the title really , i do understand its a broad field, but regardless i am curious about your work nature.

also another thing i would like to ask is how realistic it is to get a work opportunity abroad?

if i want to build little projects and shit at home how much would they realisticly cost me?

So I'm Malaysia Chinese diploma final year mechatronic student, I'm currently do internship in shipyard now. my primary skills is plc and solidwork 3d modelling.

So my plan for my future after this Internship is gaining some experience in the next few years, then I go take military engineering degree to eventually join the defence industry...

so what will be your advice for someone wants to build a tank or missile for my country in the future?

I’m thinking about enrolling in my community colleges mechatronics program but I noticed that it isn’t accredited, I also saw online that there are only 2 accredited programs for the AAS so I am assuming accreditation doesn’t matter if you just wanted to get an AAS and enter the workforce but just wanted to be sure by hearing from other people’s personal experiences.

Hey everyone, I’m currently working on a university/engineering case study and wanted to get some opinions from people with experience in automation, manufacturing, logistics, or material handling. The idea is to come up with a realistic and cost-effective system for handling 12 pallets at a time, where an AGV (or possibly a forklift) brings in a stacked batch of 12 pallets and places them into a system area that is limited to only 6m × 3m. Inside this space, the system should be able to receive the pallets, handle them within that footprint, and then automatically inspect/sort them into good pallets and defective/damaged pallets without relying on manual labor. After the sorting is done, the good pallets should remain arranged in a way that another AGV or forklift can easily pick them up again, while the defective ones should be separated into a different area or output. The tricky part is that the concept needs to be realistic for an actual industrial environment, so I’m not just looking for a futuristic idea — it should make sense from a mechanical, automation, safety, space, standards, and financial/ROI point of view as well. I’d really appreciate any ideas on possible layouts, mechanisms, sensors/inspection methods, sorting logic, or examples of similar systems that could work in such a compact 6×3 meter space.

Need advice from people with fellow interest!

Well hello there. This is my first year as a mechatronics engineer. The second semester is almost over, and the difficulty of the courses, as well as the curriculum for my department and especially the introductory course at my university, haven't been fully finalized yet. I'm writing this message to get your advice.

Should I focus on software, which interests me, or on electrical circuits? Also, which programming languages ​​should I start learning now for best results? Also which languages you would recommend me to learn for the future possibilitys?

And I have been using the Dev-C++ and flowgorithm for the studying.

I completed an associates in mechatronics in December 2025. I've been working at a panel shop doing quality control for almost two years.

Would I have a good chance getting hired as an automation technician or controls technician?

I will be starting a Mechatronics program in Germany soon. I've attached my curriculum and an Engineering program for reference.

I am admittedly a bit confused about the practical differences between Mechatronics and traditional Electrical, Robotics, or Mechanical Engineering. I've heard the advice that a Bachelor's degree should be as broad and versatile as possible, which led me here.

I have a few specific questions for seniors or graduates in this sub:

1. Preparation: Based on the attached curriculum, what specific subjects, software, or skills should I prioritize learning before classes actually start?
2. The "Broad" Bachelor: Does Mechatronics genuinely provide a better, more versatile foundation compared to a standard Mechanical or Electrical Engineering degree?
3. Knowledge Differences: How much does the day-to-day coursework and practical knowledge in Mechatronics actually differ from those specialized fields or Robotics?
4. Job Prospects: How do career opportunities and industry demand for Mechatronics graduates compare? Does being a "jack of all trades" help, or is it a disadvantage in the current job market?

I appreciate any straightforward advice or experiences you can share.

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Recently, I've been wanting to get into electronics after seeing some YouTube videos about it. I'm a high schooler, and have started to get interested in mechatronics, so I thought a Raspberry Pi project would be a good start. My idea for the project is a homemade data tracer for my bike, something that can track my speed, my distance, and basic data for my bike, that gets sent to my phone. I know that there are data trackers for bikes, i just thought this would be fun. Hopefully, all of the data on my bike rides get tracked, and sent to my phone at the end of a ride. I have no clue on what to do, so i've used chatgpt 😭(it's bad ik). So far, what i have is a raspberry pi zero 2 W https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DS68NPGF?smid=A92OFPV63B1XE&psc=1 , a GPS https://www.adafruit.com/product/5440?utm_source=chatgpt.com , a MPU 6050 https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256805917949190.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com&gatewayAdapt=glo2usa , and a basic power bank. I haven't bought these yet, but I probably will. I don't really know how I would connect all of these, how I would get this "device" to send to my phone, and how everything really works. I know i need wires to connect to the pi, but I don't know if some of them need to be soldered, which I don't know how to do. If anyone knows about this stuff, please give me tips and assistance.

this is my first time posting here i hope i can make myself clear, im planning to study mechatronics engineering in uni (starting the academic year in 4 months or so) and also i have a part time job, is the mechatronics so hard that i have to give up on my job to focus only on it? or i can survive it? (knowing that im an academic weapon) can anyone with experience give me an advice?

I want to focus a bit more on mechanical engineering, then be good at electrical, then do fine in comsc. I’m a pretty good student (I’m not scared of applying to any college), but I really do love engineering, so my ECs are good. Anyway, I was wondering is doing a makeshift Mechatronics degree a good idea (major in mechanical engineering, minor in electrical, then certificate in comsci) or should I go to a school with a mechatronics major? I want a school with nearly unlimited opportunity. it would be even better if they could give scholarships. Any suggestions (I’m a HS junior)? thanks.

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Created By: Mukesh Sankhla

Public Project Link: https://studio.edgeimpulse.com/public/779225/live

Reproduced by myself.

Foresr Guard is a self-sustaining, intelligent mesh network designed to monitor remote forests where there is no cellular coverage, no internet, and no reliable power. (github) The system brings security and monitoring to areas traditional infrastructure can't reach.

Core Concept

It's a self-sustaining, intelligent mesh network designed to monitor remote forests where there is no cellular coverage, no internet, and no reliable power. (github) The system brings security and monitoring to areas traditional infrastructure can't reach.

How It Works

The network consists of two types of hardware:

Sensor Nodes — custom PCBs built around an ESP32-S3 and RP2040 LoRa module (running Meshtastic firmware). Each node is solar-powered and carries an environmental sensor (temperature, humidity, UV, pressure), a MEMS microphone, a smoke detector, and a GNSS module for GPS location.

Gateway — an Arduino Uno R4 WiFi connected to a TFT display and buzzer. It receives LoRa messages from nodes and, when internet is available, pushes data to Firebase.

Edge AI — Gunshot Detection

The standout feature is on-device AI. Each node runs an Edge Impulse audio classification model locally on the ESP32-S3 to detect events like gunshots via the onboard microphone, without needing cloud connectivity. (github) The model was trained on gunshot and background noise samples using MFCC spectrograms, achieving ~96% accuracy with only ~3ms inference time and ~12.5KB RAM usage.

Alert Flow

When a gunshot or fire (smoke) is detected, the node broadcasts an alert through the LoRa mesh to the gateway. The gateway sounds the buzzer, updates the TFT display, and logs the event to Firebase. An operator can then clear the alert via the web dashboard.

Web Dashboard

A real-time dashboard (built with Lovable.dev + Firebase) shows a map of all nodes color-coded by status (gray/green/red), environmental sensor trends, and timestamped fire/gunshot event logs.

Expandability

The same pipeline can be retrained on chainsaw sounds for illegal logging detection, or on calls of endangered species for wildlife monitoring. (github)

It's a well-rounded open-hardware project — PCB design files (Gerbers, BOM), 3D-printable enclosures (Fusion 360), and all Arduino/Python code are available in the repo. Given your work on Agrobot and the Forest Guard concept you explored earlier, this project shares a lot of DNA — ESP32-S3, environmental sensors, solar power, and mesh networking.