Project Objective

Bridge Lab aims to offer 4-DOF robotic arm kits as well as remote tutoring to underserved communities in developing countries for the educational experiences of building robotic arms. It is organized to transform technical abilities into social advantages through this program. Following a Career and Technical Education (CTE) approach, each team builds a 4-DOF robotic arms through their own design and assembly process. The robotic arm is customized through design modifications and mission parameter adjustments. This program distributes these kits to a resource-constrained Vietnamese school to create a global volunteering experience that enables students to learn robotics together and share knowledge with each other. The project requires a thorough engineering process, which includes in-depth testing procedures and software optimization work. It aims to develop future problem-solvers who will handle global digital economic challenges through their dedication to social responsibility.

<aside> 💫 Project Goal(s):

• To develop robotics engineering skills through the CTE approach, which provides practical technical trainings and hands-on learning experiences
• To provide advanced STEM education resources to underserved communities in Southeast Asia for reducing international education gap
• To develop future leaders by transforming technical success into global mentorship programs that create lasting positive impact. </aside>

About Client

Lê Quý Đôn High School is a well-known public educational institution located in Ho Chi Minh City within Vietnam. The school maintains its reputation for academic excellence, but it struggles with STEM learning spaces and providing students with practical technical training because of restricted educational facilities. This school maintains its official partnership with Growth Link, a student-led non-profit organization, enabling the opportunity of international education exchange. These kits provide students with essential tools and practical exposure to engineering principles, helping to enrich their technical learning despite constrained infrastructure.

Part 1 / Part 2

Part 1: Robotics Fundamentals & Basic Assembly

• Hardware Design and Assembly: Creating 4-DOF robotic arms through design and assembly to study how multi-axis joints function mechanically.
• Implementation of Precision Control Logic: It requires deadzone settings together with step-by-step angle adjustment methods to convert joystick commands into stable and smooth operational movements.
• Team-Based Mission Optimization: The team solves particular operational problems through hardware customization and mission parameter adjustments, which help them discover the best control methods.

Part 2: Educational Content Development & Technology Sharing

• Robotics Curriculum Design: It follows a sequential process that uses the specialized knowledge obtained during Part 1 to create materials that local students can understand.
• Educational Outreach Planning: The team needs to create resource-based teaching materials, which they will support with maintenance instructions to maintain their usefulness for extended periods.
• Global Knowledge Sharing Platform: It enables the transformation of technical achievements into social value through its establishment of an international network that promotes technological exchange and knowledge sharing between organizations.

Implementation

After completing the project in summer 2026, the Final platform will be implemented through a volunteer program at Lê Quý Đôn High School. Our team will train the teachers and staff at the school on how to use the platform and will provide virtual tutorials, guided trial sessions, and ongoing support to ensure that all users are comfortable operating the system.

Next Steps

Following the successful launch at Lê Quý Đôn High School, we plan to upgrade the AI and OpenCV-based system to better detect and classify grains and other objects. Development will continue through Summer and Fall 2026, with Version 2.0 scheduled for delivery in Winter 2026. A GoFundMe campaign will also launch in Fall 2026 to support AI costs, technology access, and future expansion.

Program Duration

Dec 2025 - May 2026

Topic Highlights

Part 1

Foundations of Robotics & Embedded Systems

Signal Processing and Control Logic

Servo Motor Control Basics

Multi-Axis Control System

Mechanical Design and System Integration

Robot Arm Assembly and System Integration

Part 2

What Is a Robotic Arm?

From Joystick to Movement

Reading the Robot’s Code

Part 1