Created by
Abrar Nair Islam, Brendan Lake, Cory Ohnsted, Matt Strapp, Kiflu Woldegiorgis (2022)
Sam Hansen, Rezkath Awal, Donovan Peterson, Joseph Jewett (2021)
Alin Butoi, Paul D’Amico, Dat Nguyen, Ross Olson, Rachel Schow (2019)

Advisor: Professor Andrew Lamperski
Sponsored by the University of Minnesota -Twin Cities

Background

Our teams developed an inverted pendulum system that could be accessed over a computer network for use by students. The inverted pendulum is a common controls problem used in academia. This problem teaches students concepts of control loops, data filtering, and machine learning.

What is an Inverted Pendulum?

A vertical pendulum that is balanced via the base moving.
Controlled movements are determined by measuring the position and speed of the pendulum and base.