Hello
I'm Clark Teeple,
a Senior Hardware Engineer
at RightHand Robotics
Harvard University
2016-2021
PhD in Engineering Sciences (Robotics)
PhD in Engineering Sciences (Robotics)
Harvard University
2016-2021
Harvard University
2016-2018
M.S. in Engineering Sciences (Mechanical Engineering)
Earned en route to the PhD.
M.S. in Engineering Sciences (Mechanical Engineering)
Harvard University
2016-2018
Earned en route to the PhD.
University of Michigan
2012-2016
B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering
3.90 GPA, Graduated Summa Cum Laude
B.S.E. in Mechanical Engineering
University of Michigan
2012-2016
3.90 GPA, Graduated Summa Cum Laude
RightHand Robotics
2022-Present
Senior Hardware Engineer, R&D
As part of the Hardware R&D group, I am helping to improve gripper performance and explore exciting new capabillities.
RightHand Robotics
Senior Hardware Engineer, R&D
2022-Present
As part of the Hardware R&D group, I am helping to improve gripper performance and explore exciting new capabillities.
Harvard Microrobotics Lab
2022-2022
Postdoctoral Fellow
Advised by Prof. Robert Wood, I am continuing my work on soft manipulation with a new focus on using simulation
Harvard Microrobotics Lab
Postdoctoral Fellow
2022-2022
Advised by Prof. Robert Wood, I am continuing my work on soft manipulation with a new focus on using simulation
Harvard Microrobotics Lab
2016-2021
PhD Candidate
Advised by Prof. Robert Wood, I studied soft robotic hands for a variety of real-world applications including deep-sea sampling, precise grasping, and in-hand manipulation.
Harvard Microrobotics Lab
PhD Candidate
2016-2021
Advised by Prof. Robert Wood, I studied soft robotic hands for a variety of real-world applications including deep-sea sampling, precise grasping, and in-hand manipulation.
Vibration and Acoustics Laboratory: Microsystems, University of Michigan
2015-2016
Undergraduate Research Assistant
My work involved studying locomotion of small-scale legged robots. Our robots used piezoelectric bending actuators to move the legs at very high frequencies.
Vibration and Acoustics Laboratory: Microsystems, University of Michigan
Undergraduate Research Assistant
2015-2016
My work involved studying locomotion of small-scale legged robots. Our robots used piezoelectric bending actuators to move the legs at very high frequencies.
University of Michigan
2015-2016
Mechanical Design Lead (Senior Design)
My interdisciplinary team developed a haptic wristband and associated vision system to help provide navigational directions for people with low vision. As the mechanical design lead, I was in charge of the haptic wristband design and integration, and was able to evaluate and refine our design through user studies at the Kellogg Eye Center.
University of Michigan
Mechanical Design Lead (Senior Design)
2015-2016
My interdisciplinary team developed a haptic wristband and associated vision system to help provide navigational directions for people with low vision. As the mechanical design lead, I was in charge of the haptic wristband design and integration, and was able to evaluate and refine our design through user studies at the Kellogg Eye Center.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Summer 2015
Summer Intern
I worked in the Chemical, Microsystems, and Nanoscale Technology group. I developed control systems and a LabVIEW user interface to automate the operation of a mobile mass spectrometry platform for use in improving canine explosives detection training.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Summer Intern
Summer 2015
I worked in the Chemical, Microsystems, and Nanoscale Technology group. I developed control systems and a LabVIEW user interface to automate the operation of a mobile mass spectrometry platform for use in improving canine explosives detection training.
Lahann Laboratory, University of Michigan
2013-2015
Undergraduate Research Assistant
I developed a LabVIEW / CAD interface to expand the capabilities of the lab’s existing tissue engineering scaffold manufacturing process. I then used this new interface to design and manufacture novel scaffold architectures.
Lahann Laboratory, University of Michigan
Undergraduate Research Assistant
2013-2015
I developed a LabVIEW / CAD interface to expand the capabilities of the lab’s existing tissue engineering scaffold manufacturing process. I then used this new interface to design and manufacture novel scaffold architectures.
Kandu Incorporated
Summer 2013
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
I designed and built fixtures to aid physically/mentally disabled clients with production tasks. I also analyzed production lines in order to improve product flow and increase efficiency.
Kandu Incorporated
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
Summer 2013
I designed and built fixtures to aid physically/mentally disabled clients with production tasks. I also analyzed production lines in order to improve product flow and increase efficiency.
Community Outreach Lead
SEAS Graduate Council, Harvard University
2019-Present
Leading a team of 8 dedicated grad students, I strive to push the Engineering School's community outreach activities to the next level. From volunteering at FIRST robotics competitions, to serving meals at local homeless shelters, our goal is to make it easier for grad students to volunteer!
STEM Outreach Co-Lead
Harvard Microrobotics Lab, Harvard University
2016-Present
I help coordinate our lab's efforts to attend local STEM expos and science fairs. Our lab is excited about outreach, and I am excited about coordinating it!
Co-President
SEAS Graduate Council, Harvard University
2017-2019
As co-president of the SEAS-GC, I helped to plan and execute social, professional, and outreach events in an effort to improve student life at SEAS. In addition, I worked to change the focus and mission of the organization to appeal more to students, and lead efforts to improve visibility.
Campus Outreach Officer
Tau Beta Pi, University of Michigan
Spring 2016
I worked to improve student life for all engineering students. As the manager of TBP's engineering tutoring service, I improved the speed and ease of requesting tutors by designing an online request system. Additionally, I worked to improve mental health through free breakfast for students every week.
Bok Center Excellence in Teaching Award
Harvard University - 2019
NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
Harvard University - 2017-2020
RISE Best Paper Award
Research, Innovation, Service and Entrepreneurship (RISE), University of Michigan - 2016
Active Member of Tau Beta Pi Engineering Honor Society
University of Michigan - 2014-2016
Engineering Sciences 51 - Computer Aided Machine Design
Teaching Fellow, Harvard University
Fall 2018
An undergraduate-level class exploring the basics of mechanical engineering. In teams, students design, build, and test remote-controlled robots! I was in charge of two lab sections, held office hours, and graded assignments.
Jan. 2020
Guest Presenter
Coolidge Corner Theatre (Brookline, MA)
I presented exciting current research on soft robots, microrobots, and swarms as an introductions to the film Big Hero 6.
Dec. 2017, 2018, 2019
Judge
Massachusetts Championship - East
FIRST Robotics Lego League (FLL)
I've judged all three areas (Robot design, project, and core values)
Nov. 2017, 2018, 2019
Judge
FIRST Robotics Lego League (FLL)
I've judged all three areas (Robot design, project, and core values)
April 2016, 2017, 2018
STEM Expo Attendee
w/ Harvard Microrobotics Lab
We were part of the "Robot Zoo". We had a booth and showed off some cool demos of robots that we make in our lab.
March 2016, 2017, 2018, 2020
STEM Expo Attendee
Boston Public Schools Science Fair
w/ Harvard Microrobotics Lab
We had a booth and showed off some cool demos of robots that we make in our lab.
Dec. 2016
Team Spirit / Coaches Award Judge
FIRST Robotics Lego League (FLL)
Judged teamwork and team spirit by interviewing teams in the setup area
Nov. 2016, 2018
STEM Expo Attendee
w/ Harvard Microrobotics Lab
We had a booth and showed off some cool demos of robots that we make in our lab.
2014-2016
Volunteer
Roughly 3-4 STEM-related outreach events each semester.
Tau Beta Pi
During my undergrad at UMich, I volunteered with Tau Beta Pi at a variety of STEM outreach events promoting engineering and science to children. Our target group was usually students from underprivileged communities in the areas surrounding Ann Arbor.