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Gain meaningful experience by working on real engineering projects. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, SPARC has a place for you.

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SPARC, or Student Projects and Research Club, is a student organization at Auburn University focused on providing an environment for students to express their creativity and innovation through collaborative and solo project development epxeriences. SPARC is open to all students;

  • No membership or enrollment fees.
  • No experience required.
  • All majors allowed.

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, members transform ideas into tangible projects. Members gain access to an extensible collection of equipment designed to support you in every step of the process from building quick prototypes to producing commercial-grade products.

  • 3D Printers - Modern printers and filament.
  • Soldering Station - Irons, wire, electrical tape, pliers, and safety equipment.
  • Electronics - Comprehensive parts inventory from basic components like diodes and resistors to motor controllers and driver boards.
  • Robotics - Servos, microcontrollers, motors, and sensors.
  • Tools - Oscilloscope, signal generator, hammers, drills, etc.
  • Computers - Powerful workstation PC for CAD, programming, and machine learning. SBC's like Raspberry Pi.
SPARC Soldering Station SPARC Lab Image New Tools in SPARC Lab Bambu P1P Electronic Diagnostic Instruments SPARC Lab Workstation PC

Showcase

SPARC is currently hosting a multitude of engineering design projects.


  • R2-D2 Robot - SPARC's current premier project, an emulation of the Star Wars character. R2 is remote controlled, plays sounds, controls hatches, and even has a camera.
  • Guitar Pedals - A group of projects focused on creating a versatile, open-source musical gear from scratch. Effect pedals are currently being developed, with plans for amplifiers and stacks in the works.
  • Plant Monitoring System - An embedded systems aimed at using a data-based approach to managing and optimizing the growth environment of various house plants.
  • Meshtastic Network - Small, portable, long-range communication devices that utilize radio frequencies for sending short messages.
R2-D2 Robot Project Drone Project IEEE Challenge Robot
Tesla Coil Project IoT Plant Monitor

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