Timothy Southerton

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Timothy Southerton is a researcher and mechanical engineering student at the Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT), currently in the BS/MEng Dual Degree program. His primary research focus lies in engineering education, specifically the integration of accessible, low-cost hardware platforms into robotics curricula. His most notable contribution is the paper "Teaching Robotics by Building Autonomous Mobile Robots Using the Arduino" (2020), which has garnered 8 citations. In this work, Southerton helped restructure a traditional Stamp-based robotics class for Arduino compatibility, drawing on his own positive experiences as an undergraduate. This project reflects his commitment to modernizing hands-on learning tools, making robotics education more scalable and engaging for students. While early in his career, Southerton’s work demonstrates a practical impact on pedagogy, bridging the gap between theoretical concepts and real-world application. His efforts highlight the value of student-led curriculum innovation, and his contributions are a stepping stone for future advancements in engineering education.