Mechatronics Students Showcase Innovative Tech Solutions at 3rd Final-Year Project Exhibition

The Department of Mechatronics Engineering, College of Engineering, Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), recently hosted the 3rd edition of its Annual Final-Year Project Exhibition.

The event featured a diverse range of innovative projects developed by final-year students, showcasing their technical prowess and creativity in addressing real-world challenges.

The exhibition showcased various prototypes and devices that incorporated cutting-edge technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT). Some of the notable projects included AI-powered drones for precision farming, autonomous drones for mail delivery, smart energy systems, facial recognition-based attendance systems, IoT-driven robotic arms, assistive technology for the visually impaired, and smart water purification systems.

The projects demonstrated the department's commitment to fostering problem-solving and innovation-driven education that aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The exhibition highlighted the potential of youth-led innovation in driving technological advancement and sustainability.

The Head of Department, Mechatronics Engineering, Engr. Samuel Owoeye, expressed pride in the students' ingenuity and emphasized the need to support and invest in these innovations to build a technologically advanced and sustainable future.

The event drew faculty members, industry experts, and students from across the university, sparking conversations around collaboration, entrepreneurship, and the commercialization of homegrown technology solutions. The Mechatronics Final-Year Project Exhibition has cemented its place as a platform for nurturing visionary talents poised to reshape Nigeria's technological landscape.