Experience the future of

laboratory automation!

This workshop offers students a unique hands-on experience centered on the principles of modern laboratory automation and sample management. Participants engage with robotics to engineer a simulated, fully automated system for managing chemical samples, just like those used in professional research and pharmaceutical laboratories.

Recommended for:

Middle school (grades 5-6) and early secondary school (grades 1-2)

Class size:

Up to 20 students

Duration:

2.5 hours

Barcode Scanner System:

Design and program a scanner to authenticate and log samples, ensuring accurate tracking and data management.<br>

Robotic Arm

Build a precise robotic arm to carefully manipulate and organize materials, mimicking the delicate work required in real chemistry labs.<br>

Automated Sample Transport Robot

Create a mobile robot that retrieves and delivers samples efficiently throughout the laboratory system.

Learning Objectives

This workshop showcases the real-world application of robotics in streamlining laboratory operations. Students discover how automation directly leads to:

Increased efficiency in laboratory workflows

Improved data integrity through accurate tracking and logging

Enhanced safety by reducing human exposure to potentially hazardous materials

Precision and consistency in sample handling