6 DoF Robotic Arm image

6 DoF Robotic Arm

6 degree of freedom arm for SC Robotics, competing in the University Rover Challenge

Video (1:23 for the arm explanation and demonstration)


Overall design


Electrical schematic


Custom cycloidal gearbox


Forearm and bicep


Manufacturing process


Assembly and build


Flipping a hat switch


Testing in the dark


The two arms I designed, side by side, menacingly


Delivery Mission (5th place)


Equipment Servicing Mission (11th place)