Throughout my time at RARE Lab, I had the opportunity to apply my knowledge in robotics, electronics and mechanical design to assist in the electrical and mechanical development of a social robot for older adults, the design of physical protectives to mitigate abuse in robots and a 3D-printed mount to interface a GO2 robot with our fog machine.
This experience has allowed me to strengthen my communication, organization and problem-solving skills. My journey here has motivated me to continue into a PhD program focusing on soft robotics, where I am eager to apply what I have learned here. I would like to thank Dr. Han for the opportunity and his support during my time here!
— 1/5/2026
Hi! My name is Nicolas Echeverria, and I am a senior majoring in Mechanical Engineering at the University of South Florida. I am passionate about designing robotic systems that address real-world challenges, particularly in accessibility and sustainability.
This year, I am excited to contribute to RARE Lab. I am particularly drawn to the opportunity to work with tools such as ROS, Unity, and microcontrollers, while contributing to research that advances human-robot interaction.
— 1/6/2025
