Ilya Shirokolobov

St Petersburg University, Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University

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Ilya Shirokolobov has made significant contributions to robotics education and control engineering pedagogy, particularly through the development and implementation of the TRIK cybernetic system. His work focuses on bridging the gap between theoretical control engineering concepts and practical, hands-on learning experiences for students. Shirokolobov's major contributions include pioneering the integration of robotics into secondary school curricula in Saint Petersburg, as demonstrated in his 2017 paper on robotics education, and advancing university-level control engineering instruction through the TRIK system—an embedded controller with analog/digital I/O and inertial measurement capabilities that simplifies programming for learners. His research has garnered attention within the educational robotics community, with his most-cited works accumulating several citations that reflect their practical impact on STEM education. Notably, Shirokolobov's efforts have helped establish a scalable model for introducing complex cybernetic concepts to students at various academic levels, fostering early engagement with engineering disciplines. His work exemplifies how accessible hardware platforms can transform control engineering education, making abstract principles tangible for aspiring engineers.