Engineering Projects
3D Printed Water-Propelled Boat
MEC1006 — Team ProjectDesigned and built a 3D-printed, water-propelled boat as part of a team engineering challenge. The boat had to transport a battery pack over a 2m channel in the shortest time possible, while staying within strict size constraints (300mm x 120mm x 100mm) and maintaining stability under 30° tilt.
Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV)
EEG1001 — Team ProjectIn a team of three, designed and built an Autonomous Guided Vehicle capable of completing a series of navigation challenges. The AGV had to follow a white line track, perform a U-turn and return, and drive in a precise circle — all autonomously.
3D Printed Water-Propelled Boat
MEC1006 — Team ProjectWe designed, built and tested a water-propelled 3D-printed boat. We designed and optimised the pipe network, determined the operating flow rate, and used this to calculate the jet velocity and propulsion force. We then calculated the boat’s drag, acceleration and velocity, before testing it in the water and comparing its theoretical and experimental performance.
Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV)
EEG1001 — Team ProjectWe designed and manufactured an Automatic Guided Vehicle (AGV), progressing from SolidWorks models through fabrication, assembly and testing. We developed the drive and Ackerman steering mechanisms, assembled and tested the MCU, and evaluated the AGV through line-following, turning and circle tests. Throughout the project, I developed practical skills in steering geometry, coding, electronics, SolidWorks and metalwork, while improving my teamwork and communication skills. I particularly enjoyed constructing the vehicle, with the steering mechanism providing the biggest challenge and learning experience.
- Contributed to the physical construction of the vehicle and programming of the Micro Controller Unit (MCU)
- Collaborated with two teammates across design, build, and testing phases
- The AGV successfully completed straight-line tracking, U-turn navigation, and circular path challenges
- Applied skills in electronics, programming, and mechanical design to solve real-world autonomy problems
- Gained hands-on experience with embedded systems and sensor integration
