Mechatronic Art and Music

This course will explore the use of robotic
systems in artistic environments. It will teach
students how to use the machine to make objects
move. Each student will learn how to make custom
electronics with a variety of actuators.
Solenoids, motors and gears will all be
discussed. Designing haptic feedback loops for
the machine to be self-aware of its own moving
parts will be presented. The class will work
together on one or two group projects and present
them to the school as a final project. This could
include building one new robotic musical
instrument or an interactive installation, based
on the interest of the students.