Robot Design & Building Workshop
About the Robot Design & Building Workshop
The Robot Design & Building Workshop is a hands-on, project-based program where participants learn how robots are conceptualized, engineered, wired, programmed, and tested for real-world applications. This workshop is perfect for robotics enthusiasts, engineering students, hobbyists, tech clubs, and beginners interested in automation and embedded systems. By the end of the workshop, every participant will design, assemble, program, and test a fully functional robot capable of performing tasks such as obstacle avoidance, line following, and basic autonomous actions.
🧩 Workshop Modules – Robot Design & Building Workshop
📘 Robotics Theory & Fundamentals
Core concepts: kinematics, basics of control systems, DC motors and servos, power systems, actuator selection, sensor fundamentals (IR, ultrasonic, encoders), and embedded system architecture. Theory is made practical with examples showing how each principle maps to real robot behaviour.
🔧 Mechanical Assembly & Chassis Build
Design and assemble robot chassis: frame building, drivetrain options (wheels/tracks), mounting motors, gearbox integration, center-of-gravity considerations, and safe mechanical fastening techniques. Emphasis on robust, serviceable builds.
🔌 Electronics, Wiring & Power Management
Hands-on wiring: motor drivers, power distribution, battery selection and BMS basics, signal routing, noise mitigation, and soldering best practices. Participants wire their robots and verify safe power flows.
💻 Programming, Control & Sensors
Learn microcontroller programming (Arduino / ESP / STM32 options), sensor integration, PID control, obstacle detection, line-following algorithms, and basic SLAM/odometry introductions. Code and tune live.
🧪 Testing, Calibration & Field Trials
Calibrate sensors, test motor directions, tune control loops, set up failsafes, and run functional trials. Iterate on hardware and software until reliable obstacle avoidance, line-following, and autonomy behaviours are achieved.
⏳ Workshop Duration
The workshop can be run in 3 to 5 days depending on the chosen track:
Day-1: Theory & basic programming
Day-2: Assembly & electronics
Day-3: Programming + Calibration + Testing
Day-4: Extended practice + Field Trials
📘 What You Will Learn in the Robot Design & Building Workshop
🤖 Robotics Fundamentals
Understand robot structure, locomotion, center of gravity, torque, load handling, and mechanical stability principles used in modern robotics.
⚙️ Motor Drivers & Control Systems
Learn how DC motors, servo motors, motor drivers, PWM, and control signals work together to produce accurate and smooth robot motion.
💻 Arduino / Python / C Programming
Program robot movement, read sensors, implement logic, calibrate motor speed, and create autonomous behaviors such as line-following and obstacle avoidance.
📡 Sensor Interfacing & Automation
Work with ultrasonic sensors, IR sensors, encoders, bump switches, and IMU modules to create responsive and intelligent robot behaviors.
🔧 Robot Assembly & Circuit Wiring
Assemble robot chassis, mount motors, connect motor drivers, handle battery & power distribution, and perform clean and safe wiring.
🧪 Calibration & Field Testing
Test robot motion, tune speed and turning accuracy, adjust sensor thresholds, and perform practice trials for real-world navigation tasks.
🎯 Key Skills You Will Gain in the Robot Design & Building Workshop
🔧 Hands-On Robot Assembly
You will learn to build a complete robot from scratch — chassis design, motor mounting, wheels, sensors, controllers, and wiring.
📘 Strong Understanding of Robotics Theory
Gain a clear understanding of motion, torque, kinematics, control systems, and how each part of a robot contributes to its behavior.
🤖 Movement Control & Navigation
Learn how to control robot movement, turning, speed control, obstacle avoidance, line following, and path accuracy.
⚙️ Electronics Setup & Calibration
Configure sensors, motor drivers, battery systems, controllers, and tune robot performance for stable and accurate movement.
💻 Basic Robot Programming
Understand how to program automation tasks, sensor-based decision making, and autonomous behaviors using Arduino/Python/C.
🛠 Troubleshooting & Repairs
Identify wiring issues, fix motor driver faults, solve sensor misreadings, and maintain your robot like a professional.
👥 Who Can Join the Robot Design & Building Workshop?
🎓 Students
Perfect for school and college students interested in robotics, electronics, automation, or hands-on engineering projects.
🎮 Hobbyists & Makers
Ideal for DIY builders, tinkerers, and tech lovers who enjoy assembling gadgets and experimenting with robotics.
🏫 Engineering Colleges
Great for ECE, EEE, Mech, CSE, and Robotics departments aiming to enhance students’ practical robotics and embedded skills.
🤝 Clubs & Technical Groups
Suitable for robotics clubs, makerspaces, innovation labs, IoT groups, and technical clubs seeking hands-on project-based learning.
🤖 Robotics Enthusiasts
Anyone passionate about robots, automation, embedded systems, or engineering can join and learn by building a real robot.
🌟 Benefits of the Robot Design & Building Workshop
🤖 Build a Fully Working Robot
Every participant designs, assembles, wires, programs, and tests a complete robot capable of autonomous tasks and smart navigation.
👐 Real-Time Hands-On Experience
100% practical learning — build circuits, mount sensors, write code, tune motors, and test the robot with expert guidance.
🛠 Industry-Level Tools & Components
Work with high-quality motors, drivers, sensors, microcontrollers, and tools used in real robotics and automation labs.
📜 Certification of Completion
Receive an official certificate from MMTimes, enhancing your resume, portfolio, skillset, and internship opportunities.
💡 Innovation & Research Exposure
Understand the role of robotics in automation, AI, manufacturing, IoT, and explore future career & research opportunities.
🤝 Team Project Experience
Work together in small groups, gaining valuable teamwork, communication, system integration, and problem-solving skills.
🚀 Future Scope — Robot Design & Building Workshop
🤖 Robotics Engineering
Work on the design, development, and testing of robots for industrial automation, research, and service robotics.
🧠 AI & Autonomous Systems
Participate in projects involving AI navigation, SLAM, machine vision, sensor fusion, and autonomous robot intelligence.
🏭 Industrial Automation
Contribute to robotics-driven industries — CNC systems, pick-and-place robots, assembly lines, and smart manufacturing.
📡 IoT & Embedded Systems
Work on embedded boards, real-time systems, IoT-based robots, and intelligent automation solutions for modern industries.
🔬 Research & Innovation Labs
Join R&D teams exploring robotic motion, multi-sensor robots, humanoid systems, and next-gen automation technologies.
🚚 Delivery & Service Robots
Develop robots for logistics, medical delivery, warehouse navigation, hospitality automation, and personal assistance.
💼 Startup & Entrepreneurship
Turn your robotics skills into a tech venture — prototyping products, automation kits, custom robots, or robotics-based services.
🤖 Ready to Build Your Own Robot?
Join the hands-on Robot Design & Building Workshop and learn to design, wire, program, and test your own functional robot with expert guidance.