Cleilton Carlos Lima da Silva

Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte

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Cleilton Carlos Lima da Silva is a dedicated researcher in educational robotics, with a primary focus on developing low-cost, accessible technologies to democratize STEM education. His most notable contribution is the URA (Robot Per Student) project, particularly the URA 4.0: A Low-Cost Modular Robot for Education, which introduces an open-source robotic kit designed to support teaching in Brazilian public schools. This work emphasizes affordability and modularity, enabling students from under-resourced backgrounds to engage with robotics and programming. Although his citation count is modest—with his key paper garnering 2 citations—the impact of his work lies in its practical application and potential for widespread adoption in educational settings. Cleilton’s research addresses critical gaps in educational equity, providing a scalable tool that empowers teachers and inspires young learners. His commitment to open-source principles and low-cost solutions positions him as a valuable contributor to the field of educational technology, with future work likely to expand the reach and functionality of the URA platform.