IEEE R2 Mini Pupper Interactive Robotics Workshop

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The IEEE University of Dayton Student Chapter is thrilled to invite you to an interactive robotics workshop on Saturday March 1, 2025! 

In this hands-on session, students will explore cloud-based systems and integrate advanced AI tools, including generative AI, to develop and control robotic applications using the quadruped Mini Pupper (robot dog).  Blending theory with practical experience, participants will learn to manage robotic operations from design to deployment, leveraging AWS cloud services, Python programming, the Robot Operating System (ROS), and AI technologies.

During the workshop, students will program the robot to follow a line and perform dance routines synced to music of their choice. The event promises to be a fun, engaging experience, designed to spark interest in robotic programming. Participants will also have the chance to apply their newly acquired skills in a Mini Pupper competition at the IEEE SAC 2025.

Registration is $50 for IEEE Members and $100 for Non-Members1 through February 26, 2025 and includes:

  • Access to rental Mini Pupper robotics kits onsite 2  (PLEASE BRING YOUR OWN LAPTOP WITH WINDOWS 11)
  • Boxed lunch
  • Event t-shirt 
  • Lots of fun and networking with other university students and robotics enthusiasts! 

1  Non-Member Students can join IEEE for only $32 here:  https://www.ieee.org/membership/join/dues.html

2  There is also an option to purchase a kit.  Please email Dr. Doll for information at:  aneidharddoll1@udayton.edu

Seats are limited, so register as soon as possible to secure your spot and help us finalize the necessary preparations. 

Rates increase by $100 after February 26 at 5:00pm!

Some pictures from a past event held with our collaborating Student Chapter at Temple University can be found below (courtesy of Dr. Li Bai, Faculty Advisor and Region 2 SAC Chair).

Mini Pupper 2 for Maker: Open-Source, AI Quadruped Robot – MangDang

 


  Date and Time

  Location

  Hosts

  Registration


  • Date: 01 Mar 2025
  • Time: 09:30 AM to 02:00 PM
  • All times are (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
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  • University of Dayton
  • 300 College Park Drive
  • Dayton, Ohio
  • United States 45469-0232
  • Building: Kettering Labs
  • Room Number: 203
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  • Contact Event Hosts

  • Dr. Amy Doll @ aneidharddoll1@udayton.edu

     

     

  • Co-sponsored by University of Dayton, WIE
  • Starts 10 February 2025 08:30 PM
  • Ends 26 February 2025 05:00 PM
  • All times are (UTC-05:00) Eastern Time (US & Canada)
  • Admission fee ?
  • Menu: No Changes (default lunch), Vegetarian , Food Allergies/Exclusions (please describe below)

  Speakers

Li Bai of Temple University

Biography:

Li Bai received his B.S. in Electrical Engineering from Temple University in 1996 and his M.S. and Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Drexel University in 1998 and 2001, respectively. He is currently the Department Chair of the Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Department at Temple University and a Principal Investigator leading research in AI-driven robotics, distributed information systems, federated learning, and cybersecurity. His work integrates ROS2, AWS, and Google Gemini for intelligent automation, and he has led multi-year funded research efforts in these areas.

Dr. Bai has published over 100 journal articles and peer-reviewed conference papers, contributing to robotic control, AI integration, and real-world automation applications. He has extensive experience in software integration and engineering practical hardware applications, including projects such as multi-fare ticket dispensers with SEPTA and wireless sensor networks in shipboard environments funded by ONR.

A Senior Member of IEEE, Dr. Bai is actively engaged in professional service, currently serving as the IEEE Region 2 Student Activities Coordinator (SAC). He previously served as the IEEE Philadelphia Section Chair in 2007.

Beyond research and academia, Dr. Bai is passionate about STEM outreach, working with high school teachers to develop robotics programs that inspire and educate the next generation of engineers. His work continues to bridge cutting-edge research with industry applications, fostering innovation in AI and robotics.

Email:

Address:1947 N 12th St, College of ENG, Philadelphia, United States, 19122-6018




Agenda

9:30 am - 10:00 am      Registration

10:00 am - 12:00 pm    Workshop (Dr. Li Bai, Temple University)

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm      Lunch Provided

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm        Robot Demonstrations

2:00 pm                        Adjourn