This student-led group is passionate about designing, building, and battling robots.
The University of Cincinnati Combat Robotics (UCCR) Team is a private club on the college’s campus that designs, engineers, and battles robotic creations. The club features a team of about 10 aspiring engineers who design and build highly technical and impressive robots that compete in tournaments around the United States. The club is highly focused on building sound engineering principles and marrying those principles with creativity to create a formidable machine.
Exair had an opportunity to help bring engineering dreams to life through the UCCR Team. The company has a long history of community engagement, particularly with the University of Cincinnati. By contributing time, product, and financial backing, the company supports and encourages the growth of a younger generation of engineers and continues increasing the visibility of STEAM learning.
In an article published last year, Brian Farno, CCASS application engineer at Exair, recounted his experience discussing robot design with the students.
“Hearing them talk about these devices they have labored over and listening to their confidence climb when they start rambling off the velocities the tip of the weapon travels remind me of when I was in a similar position. These students all shared a passion and had similar goals in mind; to be the best team that is in the field. This isn’t just another checkbox for them to complete a grade or a test, it is a vested interest,” said Farno.
Giving back to the community, fostering creativity, and furthering the engineering profession aligns with Exair’s values. With traveling to events, finding materials for the robots, providing funding for fabrication costs, and other expenses, the company supports these students academically while encouraging them to become the best version of themselves. It also offers a litany of resources to further educate on compressed air, fluid dynamics, and manufacturing as a whole. Tools like case studies, webinars, white papers, and a daily blog provide insight and guidance for aspiring minds.
To learn more about the company, visit exair.com.
For further information about the University of Cincinnati Combat Robotics and the Center for Robotics Research, visit ceas.uc.edu/research/centers-labs/center-for-robotics-research.html.
