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Welcome to my blog! My name is Abhrottha Roy (Addy) , and I’m a high school junior from Massachusetts with a passion for Mechanical Engineering . Ever since I was young, I’ve been curious about how things work - from everyday objects like bicycles and mechanical pencils to larger systems like engines and renewable energy technologies. This summer, I had the opportunity to attend the ImpactLab at Wentworth Institute of Technology , where I explored the “Nuts & Bolts of Mechani

Project Theme: Robotics, Hydraulics, and Precision Motion Control Outcome: Fully functional hydraulic robotic arm with six axes of motion, 270° base rotation, and interchangeable gripping systems After building a rubber band airplane, a Bluetooth speaker, and a wireless RC car, I wanted my next project to tackle something engineers use every day in manufacturing, automation, and robotics: A robotic arm. But this wasn't powered by batteries, motors, or electronics. Instead, th

Project Theme: Mechatronics, Wireless Control, and Motion Systems Outcome: Fully functional DIY remote-controlled F1-style car with wireless steering and propulsion After exploring mechanics (airplane) and electronics (Bluetooth speaker), I wanted this month’s project to combine both and add one more layer: Control. So I built a wireless remote-controlled car from scratch. Not just something that moves but something I can control in real time: Forward. Reverse. Left. Right.

Project Theme: Electronics, Signal Processing, and System Integration Outcome: Fully functional DIY Bluetooth speaker with clean sound and stable wireless connectivity After building a rubber band–powered airplane last month, I wanted this project to move from mechanical engineering into electronics. So this month, I built my own Bluetooth speaker system from scratch. Not a plug-and-play gadget.Not a pre-assembled kit. A fully wired, battery-powered system with speakers, am

Project Theme: Flight, Energy, and Iterative Design Tools Used: PLAYSTEAM Rubber Band Powered Airplane Kit Outcome: A professional-grade aero model portfolio ✈️ Why I Started This Project I’m starting a personal challenge: one hands-on STEM project every month . The goal isn’t just to build things - it’s to understand why they work, experiment with improvements, and document the learning along the way. For my first project, I wanted something that looked simple on the s

This summer, I spent two weeks at the ImpactLab at Wentworth Institute of Technology , diving into hands-on experiments and projects that gave me a real taste of what engineering is all about. Each day brought something new—mechanical systems, materials science, chemistry, and even rocket coding. By the end of the program, I not only learned a wide range of engineering concepts but also discovered how much I enjoy solving problems by building, testing, and improving. One of t

In today's fast-paced world, the need for innovative solutions in engineering is more critical than ever. Electro-mechanical engineering...

Electro-mechanical engineering is a fascinating field that combines principles from both electrical and mechanical engineering. This discipline plays a crucial role in the development of modern technology, from robotics to automation systems. As we explore the academic achievements in this area, we will uncover how education and research are shaping the future of electro-mechanical engineering. The journey into electro-mechanical engineering often begins in the classroom. Stu