Year 9 student Henry Römelt reports on his internship with the SCO-TTi research team.
As part of a 2-week student internship at the Zittau Görlitz University of Applied Sciences in the Faculty of Economics and Industrial Engineering, I was able to gain an insight into university life and gain my own practical experience. I was able to observe a lot within the SCO-TTi team, but also gain experience and learn a lot. This report is a brief summary of what I did during my time at the university. This ranged from working in various departments to interacting with students - my internship provided me with a varied and educational experience that gave me a glimpse into both student life and working in a research group.
At the beginning of my internship, I worked intensively with the Microsoft HoloLens 2 AR glasses. I not only learned how to use them, but also experimented independently and explored practical applications. In the process, I was able to develop a basic understanding of augmented reality (AR) and even create detailed instructions on how to assemble a computer for this innovative technology. This experience was particularly educational and gave me an insight into the future of technology use related to industrial engineering in various fields.
Another exciting part of my internship was designing a "factory of the future". I developed a concept and then turned it into reality with the help of Lego. This project not only gave me a deeper insight into modern production processes, but also allowed me to develop my creative side and develop practical problem-solving skills.
As part of a dedicated group of students, I worked under supervision on the construction of a planetary gearbox using AR glasses. This practical experience not only helped me to deepen my technical understanding, but will also help me to introduce this technology to other people in the future.
I also worked intensively on various aspects of the SCO-TTi team's public relations work. I was able to gain insights into the use of artificial intelligence such as ChatGPT for various tasks. This experience has shown me how versatile and effective modern technologies can be used to solve complex challenges.
By using the mixed reality (MR) glasses Meta Quest 3, I had the opportunity to take a 360-degree tour of a factory. This experience was not only fascinating, but also helped me to develop a better understanding of the practical application of MR technology.
Additionally, I attended a lecture on project planning led by Mr. Schneider from Infineon Technologies AG. This lecture gave me a deeper insight into operational organization and planning and provided me with important knowledge for my future professional development.
A particular highlight of my internship was the Apprenticeship Day during the Week of Equal Opportunities in Görlitz. There I had the honor of presenting the glasses to various professors together with Kazimierz Przybysz. This experience was not only personally enriching, but also showed me how important and exciting collaboration between students and lecturers can be.
Overall, my internship at the Zittau Görlitz University of Applied Sciences was an inspiring and instructive experience. The diverse insights into modern technologies and the opportunity to work on innovative projects have strengthened my passion for future-oriented solutions. I am grateful for the opportunities offered and was very pleased to be able to complete my internship at the HSZG.
Would you like to follow in Henry's footsteps and gain valuable experience as part of an internship with the SCO-TTi research team? Then you are welcome to contact Kazimierz Adam Przybysz for more information.
