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BELGIUM, Brussels: Design and Build of a Smartphone-Driven Kart: A Blend of Programming and Mechanics

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EPHEC Galileo Campus, Brussels, Belgium

Design and Build of a Smartphone-Driven Kart: A Blend of Programming and Mechanics
EPHEC offers Design and Build of a Smartphone-Driven Kart: A Blend of Programming and Mechanics, an international Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) that combines engineering, programming, electronics, and innovation in a unique hands-on learning experience.

This programme combines an online preparation session with an intensive on-campus week in Brussels, Belgium, where you will collaborate with students from across Europe to design, build, and programme a smartphone-controlled electric kart.
Working in international and multidisciplinary teams, you will transform a pedal-powered kart into a battery-powered electric vehicle. By integrating mechanics, electronics, and software development, you will gain practical experience in designing and implementing a complete mechatronic system.

During the programme, you will:

  • Convert a pedal-powered kart into a battery-powered electric vehicle.
  • Develop a smartphone application to control the kart via Bluetooth.
  • Learn how to use Arduino microcontrollers and Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) communication.
  • Integrate electronic components, including servo motors, electric motors, and motor controllers.
  • Explore rapid prototyping techniques using 3D printing.
  • Apply engineering principles to solve real-world technical challenges.
  • Collaborate with international teams in a multidisciplinary project environment.
  • Strengthen your creativity, problem-solving, teamwork, and intercultural communication skills.

By participating, you will gain valuable hands-on experience in programming, electronics, mechanics, and embedded systems while developing the technical and collaborative skills needed for today's engineering and technology sectors. You will also expand your international network by working closely with students and lecturers from partner universities across Europe.

Course information

Target group: Students with a background in Automation, Electromechanics, Mechatronics, Information Technology, or related disciplines.

The programme fee of €300 includes:

  • Five nights of accommodation
  • Breakfasts and lunches
  • One networking dinner
  • Project materials
  • Social and cultural activities

Not included:

  • Travel expenses

Contact
For questions about the programme content, please contact Hugo Delannoy

Learn more about EPHEC. 

This international project is an Erasmus+ BIP / STBM Erasums+ Logo
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Virtual Session(s)
Introduction
Date: Jan 26, 2027
Time: 16.00-18.00
Design and Build of a Smartphone-Driven Kart: A Blend of Programming and Mechanics
Start date: Feb 1, 2027
End date: Feb 5, 2027
Deadline registration: Dec 1, 2026
Costs: € 300
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