Seyma Yorulmaz

*Redesigned and optimized the rover's 6-DOF robotic arm; formulated full kinematic and dynamic models utilizing the Special Operator Algebra (SOA) framework to evaluate joint velocities, accelerations, and dynamic torque requirements alongside structural strength FEA.
*Engineered the end-effector drill mechanism from scratch, performing comprehensive structural strength, thermal, modal, and vibrat

*Promoted to a mentorship role, providing technical guidance and oversight to the mechanical design sub-team for both the AGV and Rover projects.
*Leading the design, analysis, and optimization of the new rover's suspension system as my primary senior year capstone project.
*Designed and implemented the chassis for the current European Rover Challenge vehicle during the summer period.

*Assisted in the maintenance, overhaul, and troubleshooting of mechanical drive systems, gearboxes, bearings, and hydraulic/pneumatic actuators.
*Performed metallurgical sample preparation (cutting, etching, grinding) and destructive testing (tensile/impact) for quality inspection.
*Gained exposure to pipe production lines, Eddy Current NDT systems, and steel welding operations.
*Utilized SAP ERP

Computer Vision System for ERC Probe Detection: Developed an ML-free vision pipeline for planetary simulation fields (ERC Mars Yard) to detect green/yellow target probes on challenging rocky and sandy terrains. Implemented HSV color space conversion, dynamic segmentation, morphological filtering, and Connected Components Labeling (CCL) to determine target boundaries, counts, dimensions, and pixel-

Autonomous Multi-Station Robotic Manufacturing Cell Simulation: Modeled and simulated an autonomous manufacturing line featuring drilling, painting, and stamping stations in RoboDK based on robot kinematics and dynamics principles. Designed toolpaths utilizing Point-to-Point (PTP) motion for fast inter-station transit and Continuous Path (CP) motion for precise linear drilling and constant-velocit

Ball on Plate Balance Control System: Modeled system dynamics using Euler-Lagrange equations and designed PID/State-Space controllers in MATLAB/Simulink. Built a 3D Simscape model and developed a control interface with App Designer.

Microcontroller-Based Time Tracking System: Developed a system using a PIC16F887 microcontroller to track employee hours and calculate payroll, integrating servo motors, LCDs, and sensors. Programmed in Embedded C and simulated in Proteus.

*Contributed to the mechanical design and integration of the rover's robotic arm system.
*Participated in prototyping, assembly, and testing phases, ensuring design met functional requirements for the European Rover Challenge.

*Designed structural and drivetrain components for the team's Autonomous Guided Vehicle (AGV) for the Teknofest competition.
*Gained foundational experience in hands-on prototyping, testing, and iterative design processes in a collaborative team environment.

*Gained hands-on technical experience in electrical panel assembly and wiring for solar energy systems.
*Assisted in testing and troubleshooting electrical components and safety mechanisms.
*Developed practical skills in electrical systems within an industrial setting.

*Designed and developed a vehicle controlled via Bluetooth with an integrated Wi-Fi camera system.
*Implemented electronic circuits including sensors and control modules.
*Worked on embedded software development for wireless control and real-time data transmission.
*Gained hands-on experience in hardware integration, debugging, and testing.

*Co-founded a high school science team focused on innovative technology projects.
*Designed and implemented a toxic gas detection system using sensors and automation principles.
*Contributed to both the hardware setup and the software integration, ensuring accurate sensor readings and system reliability.

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Issued Mar 2021