Unlock the power of motor control in robotics and automation with this in-depth training. Gain hands-on experience with Stele Tech’s A.C.R.E. motor driver and dive into the key components of feedback systems used in real-world applications.
Dates: January 31 and February 21
Time: 10 AM – 12 PM
Location: Granite Pass 140
What You’ll Learn:
Fundamentals of motors used in robotics
Feedback systems and closed-loop control
Hands-on experience with Stele Tech’s A.C.R.E. motor driver
Advanced motor control techniques
Spots are limited so please register asap. Lunch will be served.
contact: vista@ucmerced.edu
Ege Ata Turkgeldi
Roboticist & Head of Electrical Engineering at Milano Technical Group
Ege Ata Turkgeldi is an accomplished electrical engineer and roboticist specializing in electronics and robotic control systems, including autonomous navigation, sensor integration, and motion control. With experience spanning agricultural robotics—such as autonomous tractors and mobile robotic systems for vineyards—to industrial automation, he has worked across the full engineering lifecycle, from conceptualization and design (electrical, software, and mechanical) to manufacturing.
The Stele Tech motor driver featured in this course was developed as a rugged, compact, and versatile solution for internal projects. Recognizing the need for accessible and high-performance motion control tools, he aims to provide UC Merced students with the resources to enhance their capstone projects and future robotics endeavors.
Ege’s passion for robotics began in middle school, where he competed—and won—multiple nationwide robotics competitions in Turkey. His application-driven, hands-on teaching approach ensures that students gain practical engineering insights beyond theoretical knowledge.
This two-part course will cover:
- Motors in Robotics – An introduction to motor types, their advantages and disadvantages, feedback mechanisms, and control strategies.
- Hands-on Workshop – Students will apply these concepts, working directly with motor drivers and feedback systems to deepen their understanding of motion control in robotics.
Ege believes that engineering education should emphasize practical application over pure theory. Drawing from his industry experience, he has seen firsthand that understanding when and where to apply a concept is more critical than solving abstract equations. His goal is to help students bridge the gap between theory and real-world engineering, empowering them to make better design decisions in their projects and careers.
He looks forward to inspiring and mentoring the next generation of roboticists at UC Merced.