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Underground Isn't Out of Sight

Penn State Abington general engineering majors developed the mobile video robot at the request of Horsham Township to inspect storm water pipes. This field test demonstrates some of its capabilities.

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Engineering Superheroes

Ellie Seber, Penn State Abington Engineering Club president, talks about an out of the classroom experience for the regional Rube Goldberg competition. The club designed and built a machine that opens an umbrella in at least 20 steps and a theme. Abington took it's superhero theme on the road to the competition at University Park and brought it home for the Maker Faire.

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Penn State Abington going to bat for suicide prevention

Students from Penn State Abington and other colleges in the region sent out a powerful message of support during 2016 Suicide Prevention Night at the Ballparks. Fans crowding Citizens Bank Park saw the video prior to the Philadelphia Phillies/Atlanta Braves game.

StormBot Helps Keep Town Dry
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StormBot Helps Keep Town Dry

General engineering majors from Penn State Abington and Brandywine developed a mobile robot to inspect storm water pipes in nearby Horsham Township. This field test demonstrates some of its capabilities. The township saved about $60,000 by working with the students instead of purchasing a robot.