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I like to play games and have fun with my students. If they see the instructors getting excited about the subject, they tend to get excited too.

- Professor David Wallace

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Sangbae Kim: Inspired by Nature

Associate Professor Sangbae Kim describes his cutting-edge research in the area of biomimetics, the study of biological systems as models for the design and engineering of robots.

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Students strive for “Balance!” in a lively product showcase

With “Balance!” as this year’s theme, products presented at the 2.009 prototype launch included innovative solutions for underwater communications, a crash-detecting bicycle helmet, a knee rehabilitation device, and more

For developing designers, there’s magic in 2.737 (Mechatronics)

For students in the hands-on, lab-based class, 2.737 (Mechatronics), the process of bringing ideas to life can feel a lot like magic. Professor David Trumper has been teaching this course since ince he joined as faculty