Building A BB8 From Scratch

About a year ago, I embarked on a journey to build a BB8 that children in low-income schools could assemble and code. Using complex physics principles, I designed and 3D printed parts, excluding the circuit boards, which were coded and built from scratch. I utilized materials from my lab and resources I could acquire.

Upon completing the project, I came across a fellowship focused on leveraging design and innovation to make a positive impact on the world. Though unsure of what to apply for initially, the realization struck me while tweaking the code for my BB8 that it aligned with the school curriculum. This realization prompted me to start my fellowship application, and due to the nature of the work, I can't divulge specific details.

In essence, I developed a kit version of a BB8, making it fully functional and even wrote instructions for students to build their own. With the goal of contributing to the community, I decided to donate this project to schools and low-income areas in need. After presenting my idea, I won the fellowship.