Pick'N'Place

Pick’N’Place

The OSHE Pick-and-Place is a low-cost, open-source automated PCB assembly system developed at Michigan Technological University. While industrial SMT solutions are often financially out of reach for small labs and hobbyists, this project provides a modular, 3D-printable framework optimized for performance and ease of assembly. The system leverages the mechanical foundations of a Creality Ender 3, extending its capabilities into a dedicated manufacturing tool. By utilizing a vacuum-based toolhead and precision motion control, this project bridges the gap between manual prototyping and industrial production.

Project Details

Date: Aug 21, 2026

Team Members: Joey Pokuta, Matthew Compher, Jake Gorecki, Isaac Almeida, Donn Bacon, Toby Cufr, Raymond Nelson, Loyal Schneider

Categories: project

Tagged: 3D-printing, mechanical, pcb, robotics

Client: Harbor Country Marine

Website: https://github.com/OSHE-Github/OSHE-PnP

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