Claude Hargrove

University of North Carolina at Charlotte

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Claude Hargrove is a dedicated educator and mentor in engineering design, with a primary focus on low-cost robotics and hands-on student competition. His most cited work, "Low cost semi-autonomous sentry robot" (2012, 5 citations), details the construction of an affordable, all-terrain robotic platform equipped with a Nerf gun and infrared sensors, demonstrating how accessible components can be used to teach core concepts in autonomous systems and sensor integration. This work exemplifies his commitment to democratizing robotics education. Hargrove’s second most cited paper, "Keys to Success in the IEEE Hardware Competition" (2020, 4 citations), distills decades of experience guiding student teams in the prestigious IEEE regional competitions. This paper serves as a practical playbook for project management, iterative design, and teamwork, directly impacting how future engineers approach competitive design challenges. While his citation counts are modest, Hargrove’s true impact lies in his role as a faculty advisor, where he has shaped countless student projects and fostered a culture of hands-on, applied learning. His work bridges the gap between theoretical engineering and tangible, competition-ready prototypes.