Specializing in diverse engineering projects
Specializing in diverse engineering projects
We tackle a wide array of challenges across multiple domains. Our projects include developing cutting-edge RF signal attenuation systems, creating advanced wearable skin sensors, and engineering high-speed robotic systems for precision tasks such as drone capture. Our work reflects a commitment to solving unique and complex engineering challenges, delivering specialized solutions tailored to each project’s demands.
For more detailed project presentation examples, please reach out to our VP of External Affairs, Yaamini Jois, at <first-initial><last-name> [at] berkeley.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!
We tackle a wide array of challenges across multiple domains. Our projects include developing cutting-edge RF signal attenuation systems, creating advanced wearable skin sensors, and engineering high-speed robotic systems for precision tasks such as drone capture. Our work reflects a commitment to solving unique and complex engineering challenges, delivering specialized solutions tailored to each project’s demands.
For more detailed project presentation examples, please reach out to our VP of External Affairs, Yaamini Jois, at <first-initial><last-name> [at] berkeley.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!
Spring 2026
Spring 2026
Spring 2026
01
MechE
EECS
Auriga Space
For this project, ESB developed a space-grade payload to survive extreme structural and thermal loading. Extensive simulation was conducted for combined structural and thermal loading, including bolt analysis and quantification of thermal strain arising from temperature cycling. Intensive EECS work was done to create a fully independent power/telemetry system capable of surviving the mechanical loads experienced by the payload.
EECS
Berkeley Chemistry Mass Spectrometry
Lab — RF Generator
Our team designed and constructed a custom radio frequency (RF) waveform generator for 1 kV amplitude sinusoidal waves, to be incorporated into a charge detection mass spectrometer in the laboratory. The final deliverables include the PCB for the waveform generator, the relevant drivers and software interfaces, and extensive circuit simulation results.
02
EECS
Berkeley Chemistry Mass Spectrometry
Lab — RF Generator
Our team designed and constructed a custom radio frequency (RF) waveform generator for 1 kV amplitude sinusoidal waves, to be incorporated into a charge detection mass spectrometer in the laboratory. The final deliverables include the PCB for the waveform generator, the relevant drivers and software interfaces, and extensive circuit simulation results.
03
MechE
EECS
Berkeley Chemistry Mass Spectrometry
Lab — Linear Array Detector
The ESB team built a high-throughput array detector for mass analysis of individual ions, complete with a rigid mounting system to maintain precise alignment of the detector elements. The system is electrically connected to a custom PCB that sends signals to an existing mass spectrometer via two distinct channels.
04
MechE
EECS
Berkeley Fire Research Lab — Fire Tornado
Generator
To aid in research on wildfire spread and control, our team constructed a spinning apparatus to generate fire vortices in a laboratory setting. Analysis was performed for structural stability and thermal performance, and a motor controller was tuned and implemented to precisely control the angular velocity of the fire vortex up to 200 revs/min.
EECS
MechE
Auriga Space
For this project, ESB developed a space-grade payload to survive extreme structural and thermal loading. Extensive simulation was conducted for combined structural and thermal loading, including bolt analysis and quantification of thermal strain arising from temperature cycling. Intensive EECS work was done to create a fully independent power/telemetry system capable of surviving the mechanical loads experienced by the payload..
EECS
MechE
Berkeley Chemistry Mass Spectrometry
Lab — Linear Array Detector
The ESB team built a high-throughput array detector for mass analysis of individual ions, complete with a rigid mounting system to maintain precise alignment of the detector elements. The system is electrically connected to a custom PCB that sends signals to an existing mass spectrometer via two distinct channels.
MechE
EECS
Berkeley Fire Research Lab — Fire Tornado Generator
To aid in research on wildfire spread and control, our team constructed a spinning apparatus to generate fire vortices in a laboratory setting. Analysis was performed for structural stability and thermal performance, and a motor controller was tuned and implemented to precisely control the angular velocity of the fire vortex up to 200 revs/min.
Spring 2025
MechE
Robotics
Muon Space
Working with Muon Space, a team of 6 ESB students designed and validated a turnover dolly for satellites. The turnover dolly rotates in multiple axes and passes load, backlash, safety, and NASA standards. The design will be built by Muon and will assist with manufacturing and servicing satellites.
EECS
MechE
Tesla Force Sensor
Continuing with Tesla's approach to develop a localized force-deflection sensor, ESB designed an "onion graph" display, showcasing a layer-by-layer breakdown of seat stiffness across 3D space. This application was made to be intuitive for any technician to operate.
MechE
EECS
Robotics
PAGE Technologies
For PAGE Technologies, we developed a low-cost, inline solution for mass deployment of a hydroponic sensor through a tank system that would pump nutrient-rich water from a pipe, get a reading from the sensor, then spit the water back out. The team worked on research into industry practices, waterproofing standards in engineering, and fluid actuation methods.
Robotics
MechE
EECS
Solideon Gas Visualization System
Partnering with Solideon, the ESB team developed a low-cost Schlieren imaging setup to visualize gas flow during robotic welding processes. The team designed a modular test fixture and optical system capable of capturing real-time high-contrast gas flow images using mirror-based techniques and a high-intensity LED light source. This prototype enables better understanding of shielding gas behavior during welding operations.
Fall 2024
Robotics
MechE
EECS
Rapid Robotic Lightbox Scanner
Tasked by Rapid Robotics, the ESB team created a compact 3D scanning lightbox to improve SKU registration and training for robotic packing arms. The device integrates an adjustable turntable, multiple imaging systems, and structured lighting within a modular enclosure. The system produces clean 3D object scans under variable lighting and background conditions, streamlining dataset collection for machine learning applications.
EECS
Robotics
Endiatx
Working with Endiatx, a medical robotics startup, the ESB team designed and prototyped an automated robotic manufacturing system to improve reliability and speed of assembly. This project heavily involved problem solving, CAD, physical prototyping, control systems, tolerance analysis, and intelligent electrical design.
EECS
MechE
Tesla Force Sensor
Collaborating with Tesla, ESB developed a handheld localized force-deflection sensor rig to characterize car seats. The team was tasked with designing the probing device that read stiffness measurements at any given probe.
MechE
Tesla Armrest
Our ESB team worked with Tesla to prototype, design, and validate an automated armrest mechanism for use in a 3 row vehicle environment. The team analyzed and tested several different linear and non-linear deployment mechanisms, to meet the ergonomic requirements and space constraints.
Fall 2025
Fall 2025
Fall 2025
EECS
MechE
Robotics
Malin Space Science Systems
The ESB team designed and validated an ultra high-precision lens adjusting actuator for space-camera systems used in aerospace applications. Extensive engineering analysis was performed through structural, thermal, modal/harmonic, and fatigue simulations under space launch conditions, and the lens accuracy specification was verified via physical metrology testing.
EECS
MechE
[Confidential Client]
We designed and fabricated a piped-assembly gas regulator system using environmentally compatible stainless steel. Gas flow rate through the pipes at the outlet was regulated relative to the nominal inlet flow rate. This was achieved by a mass flow meter that controlled a ball valve near the inlet using PID. Temperature and pressure sensors were calibrated to provided accurate readings of system equations of state.
MechE
SaniSure
For this project, ESB executed an R&D program on thermoplastic laser welding for connector-to-vessel joining in bioprocess manufacturing. Our team completed in-depth studies of heat localization and spread in phase-changing plastics and optimized interfacial geometry for laser welding. We also conducted design/process failure modes and effects analyses (D/PFMEA) for potential laser-welding applications, in accordance with client specifications.
EECS
MechE
Magnitude.io
Magnitude's ExoLab devices study how living things, like plants, algae, and fungi, grow in space. Our ESB team developed a companion device, a rotating Random Positioning Machine (RPM), which simulates microgravity conditions for earth-based experiments using ExoLab devices. To enable the widespread adoption of ExoLab experiments in science classrooms, cost-effectiveness and ease of assembly were heavily emphasized during the design process.
01
MechE
EECS
Robotics
Malin Space Science Systems
The ESB team designed and validated an ultra high-precision lens adjusting actuator for space-camera systems used in aerospace applications. Extensive engineering analysis was performed through structural, thermal, modal/harmonic, and fatigue simulations under space launch conditions, and the lens accuracy specification was verified via physical metrology testing.
02
MechE
EECS
[Confidential Client]
We designed and fabricated a piped-assembly gas regulator system using environmentally compatible stainless steel. Gas flow rate through the pipes at the outlet was regulated relative to the nominal inlet flow rate. This was achieved by a mass flow meter that controlled a ball valve near the inlet using PID. Temperature and pressure sensors were calibrated to provided accurate readings of system equations of state.
03
MechE
SaniSure
For this project, ESB executed an R&D program on thermoplastic laser welding for connector-to-vessel joining in bioprocess manufacturing. Our team completed in-depth studies of heat localization and spread in phase-changing plastics and optimized interfacial geometry for laser welding. We also conducted design/process failure modes and effects analyses (D/PFMEA) for potential laser-welding applications, in accordance with client specifications.
04
MechE
EECS
Magnitude.io
Magnitude's ExoLab devices study how living things, like plants, algae, and fungi, grow in space. Our ESB team developed a companion device, a rotating Random Positioning Machine (RPM), which simulates microgravity conditions for earth-based experiments using ExoLab devices. To enable the widespread adoption of ExoLab experiments in science classrooms, cost-effectiveness and ease of assembly were heavily emphasized during the design process.
Spring 2025
Spring 2025
01
MechE
Robotics
Muon Space
Working with Muon Space, a team of 6 ESB students designed and validated a turnover dolly for satellites. The turnover dolly rotates in multiple axes and passes load, backlash, safety, and NASA standards. The design will be built by Muon and will assist with manufacturing and servicing satellites.
02
MechE
EECS
Tesla Force Sensor
Continuing with Tesla's approach to develop a localized force-deflection sensor, ESB designed an "onion graph" display, showcasing a layer-by-layer breakdown of seat stiffness across 3D space. This application was made to be intuitive for any technician to operate.
03
MechE
EECS
Robotics
PAGE Technologies
For PAGE Technologies, we developed a low-cost, inline solution for mass deployment of a hydroponic sensor through a tank system that would pump nutrient-rich water from a pipe, get a reading from the sensor, then spit the water back out. The team worked on research into industry practices, waterproofing standards in engineering, and fluid actuation methods.
04
Robotics
MechE
EECS
Solideon Gas Visualization System
Partnering with Solideon, the ESB team developed a low-cost Schlieren imaging setup to visualize gas flow during robotic welding processes. The team designed a modular test fixture and optical system capable of capturing real-time high-contrast gas flow images using mirror-based techniques and a high-intensity LED light source. This prototype enables better understanding of shielding gas behavior during welding operations.
Spring 2023
EECS
MechE
SENTIEN Drone Delivery System
Designed for Sentien Robotics, this project loaded tennis ball shaped packages into a wirelessly controlled system capable of feeding the balls to certain drones. A separate team worked on a modular winching system that would lower said packages to the final location. This was used as an initial test by Sentien for how feasible drone package delivery is for the company.
MechE
EECS
Robotics
HEDGEHOG Mushroom Composting
Hedgehog Foods is an agri-tech robotics startup whose mission is to automate mushroom farming. Our project was to miniaturize a composting unit, used to create mushroom feed. It involved HVAC design, robotics, and a thorough understanding of PID control.
MechE
EECS
SEISMIC Electromechanical Testing Rig
ESB members worked on an electromechanical testing rig designed to test wearable use cases for Seismic's assistive suits. From initial CAD ideas to implementing sensors and other electronics, this project allowed Seismic to accurately test their suits in a streamlined process.
MechE
BIMOTAL Wheelchair Market Adaptation
Bimotal, a modular electric bike startup, designs products to integrate motors and batteries into standard bicycles, converting them into electric bikes. ESB developed an adaptation of their product for the wheelchair market, requiring intensive CAD design, FEA, and market research.
Fall 2024
Fall 2024
01
Robotics
MechE
EECS
Rapid Robotics Lightbox Scanner
Tasked by Rapid Robotics, the ESB team created a compact 3D scanning lightbox to improve SKU registration and training for robotic packing arms. The device integrates an adjustable turntable, multiple imaging systems, and structured lighting within a modular enclosure. The system produces clean 3D object scans under variable lighting and background conditions, streamlining dataset collection for machine learning applications.
02
EECS
Robotics
Endiatx
Working with Endiatx, a medical robotics startup, the ESB team designed and prototyped an automated robotic manufacturing system to improve reliability and speed of assembly. This project heavily involved problem solving, CAD, physical prototyping, control systems, tolerance analysis, and intelligent electrical design.
03
EECS
MechE
Tesla Force Sensor
Collaborating with Tesla, ESB developed a handheld localized force-deflection sensor rig to characterize car seats. The team was tasked with designing the probing device that read stiffness measurements at any given probe.
04
MechE
Tesla Armrest
Our ESB team worked with Tesla to prototype, design, and validate an automated armrest mechanism for use in a 3 row vehicle environment. The team analyzed and tested several different linear and non-linear deployment mechanisms, to meet the ergonomic requirements and space constraints.
Spring 2024
Spring 2024
Spring 2024
01
MechE
EECS
Robotics
KIND HUMANOID Artificial Skin Sensing
KIND HUMANOID Artificial Skin Sensing
The ESB team was assigned to develop a cost-efficient robotic skin for the next version of Kind Humanoid's Mona robot, incorporating high-resolution touch sensing. They conducted experimental research on material properties and resistive and capacitive sensing. This led to the creation of a 10 cm x 10 cm Flex PCB-based capacitive sensing prototype capable of detecting forces up to 100N.
ESB developed a cost-efficient robotic skin for Kind Humanoid's Mona robot, incorporating high-resolution touch sensing. They conducted experimental research on material properties and resistive and capacitive sensing. This led to the creation of a 10 cm x 10 cm Flex PCB-based capacitive sensing prototype capable of detecting forces up to 100N.
02
MechE
NAVIER Sonar Mounting System
NAVIER Sonar Mounting System
ESB developed and integrated a sonar system for hydrofoil electric boats. This obstacle detection system enables Navier to test sonars for collisions, pushing their goal of autonomous marine travel. The team of 5 engineers designed a 7-foot-long hydrodynamic foil system to securely position a sonar below the boat, optimizing foil designs with CFD, machining rigid mounting systems, and coding obstacle detection algorithms.
ESB developed and integrated a sonar system for hydrofoil electric boats. This obstacle detection system enables Navier to test sonars for collisions, pushing their goal of autonomous marine travel. The team of 5 engineers designed a 7-foot-long hydrodynamic foil system to securely position a sonar below the boat, optimizing foil designs with CFD, machining rigid mounting systems, and coding obstacle detection algorithms.
03
MechE
NAVIER Underwater Camera Mount
NAVIER Underwater Camera Mount
ESB researched, designed, and manufactured an hydrodynamic underwater camera mount to study potential cavitation on the hydrofoils of the boat. Our engineers specified our camera choice and conducted research on minimizing drag underwater, conducting CFD on our specified profile for our design. We then designed a mount that would hold our cameras in place while being removable from the hydrofoil.
ESB researched, designed, and manufactured an hydrodynamic underwater camera mount to study potential cavitation on the hydrofoils of the boat. Our engineers specified our camera choice and conducted research on minimizing drag underwater, conducting CFD on our specified profile for our design. We then designed a mount that would hold our cameras in place while being removable from the hydrofoil.
04
Robotics
EECS
MechE
SENTIEN Large Cable Robot
Sentien Large Cable Robot
Designed and built a shipping container-sized cable robot to address mechanical and software challenges. Tasks included CAD design and manufacturing of robust winching components, integration of advanced control algorithms for software enhancement, and rigorous testing to characterize system performance.
Designed and built a shipping container-sized cable robot to address mechanical and software challenges. Tasks included CAD design and manufacturing of robust winching components, integration of advanced control algorithms for software enhancement, and rigorous testing to characterize system performance.
Fall 2023
Fall 2023
Fall 2023
01
EECS
MechE
DITTO RF-Attenuating Design
DITTO RF-Attenuating Design
Ditto is a software company that enables communication between devices with or without an internet connection. ESB designed and built a RF-attenuating entrance for Ditto's anechoic testing chamber to enable device communication without internet. We built a sliding mechanism that accounts for thick RF-attenuating material and restrictions with the physical room.
Ditto is a software company that enables communication between devices with or without an internet connection. ESB designed and built a RF-attenuating entrance for Ditto's anechoic testing chamber to enable device communication without internet. We built a sliding mechanism that accounts for thick RF-attenuating material and restrictions with the physical room.
02
EECS
Robotics
SENSIBLE Skin Testing Sensor
SENSIBLE Skin Testing Sensor
To test Sensible Robotics' novel skin sensor, capable of detecting touch more precisely than human skin, ESB was responsible for testing and collecting data for the sensor. By designing and assembling an actuatable claw to test grip strength, Sensible can receive data detailing the effectiveness of their sensor and locate areas for improvement.
To test Sensible Robotics' novel skin sensor, capable of detecting touch more precisely than human skin, ESB was responsible for testing and collecting data for the sensor. By designing and assembling an actuatable claw to test grip strength, Sensible can receive data detailing the effectiveness of their sensor and locate areas for improvement.
03
EECS
MechE
Robotics
SENTIEN High Speed Cable Robot
SENTIEN High Speed Cable Robot
Continuing Sentien's experimental approach to drone fleet applications, the ESB team was tasked with developing a high-speed cable robot to catch drones mid-flight. This fixture allows greater accuracy for drone docking procedures and allows Sentien to expand into fixed-wing aircraft. We built a six-foot by six-foot winch robot and developed a control scheme to allow us to move the platform to the desired position.
Continuing Sentien's experimental approach to drone fleet applications, the ESB team was tasked with developing a high-speed cable robot to catch drones mid-flight. This fixture allows greater accuracy for drone docking procedures and allows Sentien to expand into fixed-wing aircraft. We built a six-foot by six-foot winch robot and developed a control scheme to allow us to move the platform to the desired position.
04
System Analysis
MechE
SENTIEN Heat Transfer Optimization
SENTIEN Heat Transfer Optimization
One of Sentien's drone hub systems was experiencing lower-than-desired efficiency when operating in hot climates. ESB analyzed the current system and developed solutions. The team provided researched options for heat transfer systems, as well as thermal analysis calculations and heat location calculators to help set up a customized heat transfer solution.
One of Sentien's drone hub systems was experiencing lower-than-desired efficiency when operating in hot climates. ESB analyzed the current system and developed solutions. The team provided researched options for heat transfer systems, as well as thermal analysis calculations and heat location calculators to help set up a customized heat transfer solution.
Spring 2023
Spring 2023
01
EECS
MechE
SENTIEN Drone Delivery System
SENTIEN Drone Delivery System
Designed for Sentien Robotics, this project loaded tennis ball shaped packages into a wirelessly controlled system capable of feeding the balls to certain drones. A separate team worked on a modular winching system that would lower said packages to the final location. This was used as an initial test by Sentien for how feasible drone package delivery is for the company.
Designed for Sentien Robotics, this project loaded tennis ball shaped packages into a wirelessly controlled system capable of feeding the balls to certain drones. A separate team worked on a modular winching system that would lower said packages to the final location. This was used as an initial test by Sentien for how feasible drone package delivery is for the company.
02
EECS
MechE
Robotics
HEDGEHOG Mushroom Composting
HEDGEHOG Mushroom Composting
Hedgehog Foods is an agri-tech robotics startup whose mission is to automate mushroom farming. Our project was to miniaturize a composting unit, used to create mushroom feed. It involved HVAC design, robotics, and a thorough understanding of PID control.
Hedgehog Foods is an agri-tech robotics startup whose mission is to automate mushroom farming. Our project was to miniaturize a composting unit, used to create mushroom feed. It involved HVAC design, robotics, and a thorough understanding of PID control.
03
EECS
MechE
SEISMIC Electromechanical Testing Rig
SEISMIC Electromechanical Testing Rig
ESB members worked on an electromechanical testing rig designed to test wearable use cases for Seismic's assistive suits. From initial CAD ideas to implementing sensors and other electronics, this project allowed Seismic to accurately test their suits in a streamlined process.
ESB members worked on an electromechanical testing rig designed to test wearable use cases for Seismic's assistive suits. From initial CAD ideas to implementing sensors and other electronics, this project allowed Seismic to accurately test their suits in a streamlined process.
04
MechE
BIMOTAL Wheelchair Market Adaptation
BIMOTAL Wheelchair Market Adaptation
Bimotal, a modular electric bike startup, designs products to integrate motors and batteries into standard bicycles, converting them into electric bikes. ESB developed an adaptation of their product for the wheelchair market, requiring intensive CAD design, FEA, and market research.
Bimotal, a modular electric bike startup, designs products to integrate motors and batteries into standard bicycles, converting them into electric bikes. ESB developed an adaptation of their product for the wheelchair market, requiring intensive CAD design, FEA, and market research.
Specializing in diverse engineering projects
We tackle a wide array of challenges across multiple domains. Our projects include developing cutting-edge RF signal attenuation systems, creating advanced wearable skin sensors, and engineering high-speed robotic systems for precision tasks such as drone capture. Our work reflects a commitment to solving unique and complex engineering challenges, delivering specialized solutions tailored to each project’s demands.
For more detailed project presentation examples, please reach out to our VP of External Affairs, Yaamini Jois, at <first-initial><last-name> [at] berkeley.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!
Specializing in diverse engineering projects
We tackle a wide array of challenges across multiple domains. Our projects include developing cutting-edge RF signal attenuation systems, creating advanced wearable skin sensors, and engineering high-speed robotic systems for precision tasks such as drone capture. Our work reflects a commitment to solving unique and complex engineering challenges, delivering specialized solutions tailored to each project’s demands.
For more detailed project presentation examples, please reach out to our VP of External Affairs, Yaamini Jois, at <first-initial><last-name> [at] berkeley.edu. We look forward to hearing from you!