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Where classroom theory meets real-world application through hands-on projects, competitions, and collaborative innovation. No experience required- just curiosity and drive.

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Welcome Home

SPARC, or Student Projects and Research Club, is a student-led organization at Auburn University focused on delivering an environment for students to maximize their creativity and innovation through comprehensive collaborative experiences. SPARC is open to all students, no matter their major. You don't have to be a professional electrician or mechanic to sign up, all you need is ambition and a will to learn new skills.

We are currently accepting new members! If you're interested in joining, check out the contact page linked at the top.

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Lab Resources & Equipment

Our lab space in Broun Hall(367), serves as SPARC's miniature makerspace. Here, ideas are transformed into tangible projects. Members gain access to an extensible collection of equipment designed to support everything from quick prototypes to competition ready builds.


  • 3D Printers Our Bambu and Ultimaker units handle rapid prototyping and precision parts across various materials and detail levels.
  • Soldering Station - Complete setup with soldering irons, wire, electrical tape, pliers, and safety equipment for circuit board work and electronic assembly.
  • Electronics - Comprehensive parts inventory from basic components like diodes and resistors to motor controllers and driver boards.
  • Robotics - Development kits containing microcontrollers, motors, and sensor arrays for learning and competition preparation.
  • Computers - We are currently working to install a high-performance workstation for machine learning, CAD workflows, and resource-intensive engineering applications.
  • Tools - Professional-grade mechanical and electrical tools, from hand tools to precision instruments like oscilloscopes and multimeters.
SPARC Soldering Station SPARC Lab Image SPARC Tool Bench Bambu P1P Instrumentation

Showcase

SPARC is home to many projects, some of which are still in development. Below are a few of our current projects:


  • R2-D2 Robot - A robotics project designed to emulate the popular Star Wars character. The robot moves, plays sounds, controls hatches, and even has a camera. Project is currently led by Whitley Shull.
  • FPV Drone - A project focused on creating a fast, lightweight FPV drone system from scratch. The project is currently being led by Jacob Hamilton.
R2-D2 Robot Project Drone Project IEEE Challenge Robot
Tesla Coil Project IoT Plant Monitor

Join Us

We're always recruiting passionate builders and innovators. Not sure if SPARC is your fit? Stop by our lab in Broun Hall 367 and see our makerspace in action—no commitment required. Ready to join? Connect with our leadership team on AUInvolve or contact us directly to get started.