Community

Events

At UQ MARS, we host a diverse range of events to inspire and engage our community. Our signature hackathons challenge members to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems in a high-energy, collaborative environment. We also organize industry talks and seminars, where professionals share insights into cutting-edge technologies, career advice, and advancements in robotics and mechatronics. For a more immersive experience, our industry site visits provide a behind-the-scenes look at leading companies and research facilities, giving members an opportunity to learn directly from experts in the field. Additionally, our workshops focus on building essential technical skills, while social events like trivia nights and games evenings offer a fun and relaxed space for students to connect. Each event is thoughtfully designed to foster collaboration, spark innovation, and strengthen the bond within our thriving robotics community.

Past Events

Arduino Hackathon 2022

Members of UQ MARS, Robogals Brisbane, and QUT Robotics came together to develop solutions to the theme of assistive technology in a timed event spanning three days.

Pose Estimation Talk

Dr Tyson Phillips talks about pose estimation, localisation, and LiDAR, and how these can be used to find Chicken McNuggets.

PCBs in Industry

PCB expert Scott Williams shares his top tips to improve your circuit board design skills in this industry seminar.

NASA Conference

Dr Ravi Margasahayam talks about his 28-year career in Systems and Safety Engineering, working at NASA on the forefront of space technology.

Tiny Giant Robot Talk

Dr Pauline Pounds shares her research on a bipedal walking robot she calls the "Tiny Giant Robot."

CSIRO Site Visit 2021

A tour of the CSIRO's Queensland Centre for Advanced Technology's robotics research and development facility.