Mexican team builds portable robotics-AI lab for schools
A team from ITESO, Universidad Jesuita de Guadalajara, developed RoboMeshA, a portable educational platform combining robotics and AI for classrooms lacking advanced labs. The project, part of IEEE’s EPICS in IEEE initiative, was funded by the IEEE Robotics and Automation Society and involves 15 engineering students, faculty, and IEEE volunteers. The platform operates as an all-in-one mobile…
Key points
- RoboMeshA is a portable robotics-AI lab for schools without advanced facilities, developed by ITESO and IEEE volunteers
- Platform connects via web browser, supports obstacle avoidance, and combines mechanics, electronics, and AI
- Two units built; team aims to expand modularity for research and classroom use in Mexico and globally
The team overcame design challenges like structural stability, modularity, and accessibility for varying skill levels. Two units are already built, with plans to expand capabilities through a modular coupling framework. The project was tested at CETI Colomos and Prepa ITESO high schools. Project lead Luis Fernando Luque-Vega hopes RoboMeshA becomes a model for integrating technical innovation with community engagement in education.
Mexican EPICS in IEEE Team Builds Portable Educational Platform
IEEE Spectrum Robotics · 24 September 2026
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