Amazon Robotics, Hampton University team up to establish robotics program

Amazon funding will assist with a senior capstone course where students will receive mentorship from Amazon leading researchers, software developers, and engineers.

By Staff writerFebruary 16, 2022Share

To help expand the diversity of the talent that will shape the future of robotics, Amazon has invested in a number of academic engagements with colleges and universities, including a new collaboration with Hampton University.

At Hampton University, a historically black college and university (HBCU) based in Hampton, Virginia known for its cutting-edge STEM research, Amazon Robotics is funding the establishment of a robotics degree program.

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https://www.amazon.science/academic-engagements/amazon-robotics-hampton-university-team-up-to-establish-robotics-program

Good Morning All,

The grippers are now fully functional.  Students can use the Xbox One controller or Kortex Web App to control the arms.  

Again, please remind the students to make sure to rest the arm on the foam pad before power off the robot. 

Thanks,-Chutima

Chutima Boonthum-Denecke, Ph.D.
Professor, Computer Science
Director, Information Assurance and Cyber Security Center (IAC@HU)
The Department of Computer Science
Hampton University
Dept.: 757-727-5552
Office: 757-727-5082

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