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Students of the Higher School of Design and Architecture of the Institute of Civil Engineering at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University, Elizaveta Melekhova and Irina Pauls, presented their work at the international Design competition.

The game involves choosing answers and actions while completing tasks. The decisions you make influence not only your success in completing the tasks but also the children's relationships. The boarding school psychologist acts as a teaching character, guiding the player throughout the entire process. A journal is accessible at any time, containing sections including a handbook of traits, children's cards, tasks, inventory, and a map. Movement between locations is accomplished by clicking on the room icons on the map, accessible from the journal.

For people with disabilities or social anxiety, games provide a safe environment for communication and a way to find like-minded people.

The jury awarded The Spectrum a first-place diploma. The project's directors, Semyon Shchur and Victoria Pedenko, both professors at the Institute of Social Studies (ISS), received certificates of appreciation.

Participating in competitions allows us to evaluate the quality of students' work and present the results to the expert community for qualified evaluation, noted Semyon Shchur.

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A group of international students from Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University visited the unique Lenrezerv Museum and Exhibition Complex. The tour, organized as part of a cultural and adaptation program and events dedicated to the 80th anniversary of Victory in the Great Patriotic War, allowed future engineers and scientists from around the world to learn about the heroic history of the city where they would study and live.

The Lenrezerv Museum is renowned for its extensive collection of authentic military equipment, vehicles, artillery pieces, and household items from the Great Patriotic War. Each exhibit is a living testimony to the era, telling the story of the resilience of Leningrad's defenders and home front workers.

The students were particularly impressed not only by the technology itself, but also by the stories behind it. Ahmad Md. Nawab, a student at the Higher School of Biotechnology and Food Technology, shared his emotions: "It was a unique experience. We were told the history of the Lenrezerv Museum, the history of the military equipment and combat vehicles used during the war. It was very interesting! For him, like many others, it was a revelation to see the courage and dedication with which people sacrificed themselves."

Liu Yihan, a student at the preparatory department of SPbPU, remarked on the incredible energy of the exhibits: "Visiting the Lenrezerv was unforgettable. I love these authentic wartime artifacts—they remind us of the people who lived, fought, and defended this land. Thanks to such material evidence, history is no longer just words in a textbook—it comes alive."

For the university, such visits are an important part of its educational and cultural work with international students. They help not only improve their knowledge of the Russian language and history, but also deepen their understanding of Russia's values, traditions, and spiritual heritage, as well as the heroism of the people who defended their country.

The Polytechnic University will continue to organize similar excursions to promote intercultural dialogue and strengthen mutual understanding among students from around the world.

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On the eve of the Old New Year, the Tower hosted the traditional meeting of Polytechnic University ambassadors. A warm and friendly atmosphere permeated the event. Everyone was delighted to see old friends, meet new like-minded individuals, and simply enjoy a pleasant and enjoyable festive winter evening.

New Year's is never complete without gifts. These were presented by the Fundraising and Alumni Relations Center.

The guests then took part in a traditional quiz. They were divided into 15 teams. They had to answer 20 questions about the history of the Polytechnic University and the biography of the university's first director, Prince Andrei Grigoryevich Gagarin. This year, the ambassadors' meeting was dedicated to the 170th anniversary of his birth.

Some questions were very simple, while others required a lot of brainpower or even just guessing. But the "Once Upon a Time" team handled them all brilliantly. They scored a whopping 17 points out of a possible 20 and became the winners.

After this, the official part of the event began. Maxim Pasholikov, SPbPU Vice-Rector for Information, Youth Policy, and Security, addressed the ambassadors: "It's a pleasure to have you gathered again today for our kind event at the Polytechnic University. As you know, 2024 marked the 125th anniversary of the Polytechnic University. Last year, 2025, marked the 120th anniversary of the Tower, and the main event of 2026 is the 170th anniversary of the birth of our university's first director, Prince Andrei Grigorievich Gagarin. We've already put together a fairly extensive plan of events for this occasion. At the end of last year, we opened an exhibition of art by Andrei Gagarin's great-granddaughter, which is located in the Research Building. This year also marks the 230th anniversary of the Church of the Ascension of Our Lord. It is currently undergoing restoration, and a great deal of work has already been invested in it by Polytechnicians." The church is located a few kilometers from Prince Gagarin's estate in Kholomki. Many of you have been actively involved in replenishing our endowment fund and have helped implement various Polytechnic University projects. So, I say a big thank you for staying with the Polytechnic University.

Maxim Pasholikov also noted other important events planned to mark Andrei Gagarin's birthday, such as the unveiling of a memorial plaque at his estate in Kholomki. Furthermore, as Deputy Chairman of the Polytechnic University Endowment Fund Board, he discussed the program's work for 2025.

Before the meeting of the Polytechnic University ambassadors, a joint meeting of the board and trustees of the SPbPU endowment fund was held, chaired by Elena Vinogradova. Olga Novikova, the fund's executive director, summarized the meeting's key outcomes: "I am delighted to see those who have been here for several years, and new friends of the Polytechnic University, who, I hope, will be inspired by our ideas. The income received by the endowment fund is spent both on preserving historical heritage and developing modern infrastructure projects. I would like to emphasize that we unite not only generations but also historical ideas related to philanthropy. For example, last year we reinstated the Witte scholarship, which was once awarded from charitable funds to low-income students. This was made possible by the reinstatement of the philanthropic mechanism. We are always open to communication with our alumni who are interested in what is happening at the Polytechnic University today. We have a Fundraising and Alumni Relations Center, which organized today's meeting. They will always be happy to see you." Please suggest your ideas for what else we can support with the foundation's funds. Last year, we were also able to reopen after renovations. a large physical audiencePerhaps your ideas will help attract new donors, and we will be able to implement even more useful projects.

After the ceremony, guests were invited to a chemistry show. It was hosted by activists from the ChemTeam student association—second- and third-year students from the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport and the Institute of Biomedical Systems and Biotechnology, Eva Kocharova, Stanislava Kononova, and Kristina Shkedya. Everyone was very impressed. It's worth noting that the chemistry team offers a variety of programs for both adults and children.

At the end of the evening, a buffet was organized for the Polytechnic ambassadors, where they could socialize informally and celebrate the past holidays together.

"I am pleased that new Polytechnic traditions are emerging and growing stronger, which undoubtedly include meetings of ambassadors and benefactors. After all, it is the Polytechnic fraternity and unity that constitutes the strength of our university," noted SPbPU Rector Andrey Rudskoy.

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The grand opening of Russia's largest seismic test rig, designed for comprehensive seismic testing of building structures, took place in Moscow. The event was part of the All-Russian Scientific and Technical Council "Metal and Wooden Structures" and the International Scientific and Practical Conference "Steel. Wood. Seismics."

Vladimir Tarasov, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Industrial, Civil, and Road Construction, represented the SPbPU Institute of Civil Engineering at the opening ceremony. The research topics of Vladimir Tarasov, head of the new educational program "Construction of Thermal and Nuclear Energy Facilities" at the Institute of Civil Engineering, are directly related to seismic resistance calculations for buildings and structures.

The new seismic rig boasts unique technical characteristics, including not only translational but also rotational components, bringing test conditions closer to real-world earthquake scenarios. It enables testing of structures weighing up to 100 tons with the simulation of six-component seismic impacts.

The new seismic stand opens up broad opportunities for experimentally validating or refuting numerous scientific and engineering results obtained by earthquake engineering specialists through theoretical and numerical research and modeling, noted Vladimir Tarasov.

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A research team led by Anatoly Popovich, Director of the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at SPbPU, has developed a technology for multi-material 3D printing of complex metal parts. This technology allows for the creation of components and parts from up to four alloys in a single production cycle. This significantly reduces costs and time. The size of a single 3D printing unit for a specific material, less than one millimeter, allows for programming on a truly microscale.

The need to create structures from multiple materials arises when a product requires different, sometimes conflicting, properties: increased hardness and simultaneous ductility, thermal conductivity, and corrosion resistance. In medicine, components made from multiple materials are used to create biocompatible components with specific mechanical properties, such as titanium and cobalt-chromium implants.

A new technology developed by Polytechnic researchers enables the production of a component with a pre-programmed set of properties by creating zones of materials with the desired characteristics. This eliminates the need for a sharp transition between layers of different materials. The composition and properties change smoothly from one metal to another, preventing defects at the joints. This makes it possible to combine even materials that are initially unweldable, such as aluminum and steel.

To date, SPbPU specialists have tested over 20 materials and their combinations, including titanium, aluminum, and shape-memory alloys. The developers have already applied the new technology in practice. Engineers have created a prototype of a compact combustion chamber: the interior is made of heat-resistant bronze, the exterior is a nickel-alloy shell, and between them is a thin mesh structure that effectively dissipates heat. The new technology significantly reduces manufacturing time. While a traditional manufacturing cycle takes months (the inner shell is manufactured, milled, and then the outer elements are welded to it), with the new development, the entire process is completed in a single cycle. Taking into account subsequent mechanical surface treatment, the process takes only a few days.

Another component is a gear, which requires internal vibration absorption and external hardness to prevent wear. Improving the mechanical properties is achieved by creating a complex transition from one material to another. This condition can also be programmed and implemented in the finished product.

Thus, the Polytechnic's development allows not only to obtain stronger connections, but also to save money and time during their production.

The development is being carried out with the support of the federal program "Priority-2030".

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The closing ceremony of the All-Russian Student Forum "Your Move – 2025" was held in Moscow. It is being implemented by the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs with the support of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation. The "Your Move" project is an event of the presidential platform "Russia – Land of Opportunity" as part of the National Project "Youth and Children."

In the fifth season of the "Your Move" project, Polytechnic students became winners in the tracks "I Do," "I Determine," and "I Inspire."

In the "I Do" track, 100 winners from across Russia were selected from 12,000 applications, 17 of whom are studying at universities in St. Petersburg.

Three polytechnic students became the winners of the track and received cash prizes of 1,000,000 rubles each.

Ekaterina Makarova, Institute of Biological Sciences and Biology. Project: "EuroFoods Awards Culinary Championship." Tatyana Sedegova, Institute of Mathematics and Information Technology. Project: "Formation of Halide Perovskite Crystals in Radiation-Resistant Glass." Danil Dyuryagin, Institute of Geology. Project: "Laboratory for Creating Effective Methods for Parental Support of Graduates 'USE Family'" (*Tatar: "Family").

Over the course of eight months, participants in the "I Do" track launched and implemented socially significant projects on various topics. The leaders completed a series of challenges—from developing a project specification to solving case studies and filming video presentations—and then presented their findings to experts during an online and in-person defense, which was held for students from the Northwestern Federal District in Roshchino, Leningrad Oblast.

Ekaterina Makarova shared her impressions of participating: "This was my third time participating in the 'I Do' track. Every year, I refine and scale my project. The path to victory was challenging: completing eight months of competition tasks, meeting strict deadlines, and investing maximum effort and time into my own project—"EuroFoods Awards Culinary ChampionshipThis year, I believed in myself and felt I would achieve my long-awaited victory in the fifth season. And so it happened! I want to thank everyone who cheered for me and supported me: my family, my team, my mentors, and my friends. Your support was incredibly important to me!

Polytechnic University students also made it into the top 200 winners of the "I Determine" track—a project in which participants complete surveys on the platform and influence real changes in the educational environment.

The winners of the “I define” track were: Ekaterina Makarova (IBBSiB), Ekaterina Kushner (IBBSiB), Mikhail Alekseev (IKNK), Diana Zaydullina (IPMET).

The "Inspire" track focused on developing regional teams, assessing their performance, rewarding achievements, and encouraging active participation in the project. Third place in the track went to a regional team from St. Petersburg, coordinated by Polytechnic University student Ivan Barsukov (IMMiT). The team received 150,000 rubles for development in 2026.

Participating in competitions like these helps develop the skills needed for life in the modern world. I've been involved in this project for several years now, and every year I improve both myself and my projects. Here, I learned how to assemble a team, effectively use resources, collaborate with partners, and share responsibility. I'd like to express my gratitude to all the organizers of the presidential platform's "Russia – Land of Opportunity" project for the knowledge that helps me now and will definitely be useful in the future! — shared Danil Dyuryagin.

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Russian scientists have achieved the first-ever precise determination of the origin of special waves in plasma—Alfvén oscillations. This discovery provides the key to solving one of the key problems in the safety and efficiency of controlled thermonuclear fusion, which is particularly relevant in the development of future energy sources. The measurement technique was developed at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University. The experiment was conducted on the unique Globus-M2 spherical tokamak at the A.F. Ioffe Physical-Technical Institute.

Alfvén oscillations are a special type of wave that occurs in plasma (an ionized gas) in the presence of a magnetic field. With a slight perturbation, the particles and the magnetic field itself begin to oscillate together, like a string carrying a wave. These oscillations propagate along magnetic fields and are observed both in laboratory setups and in space. For his theoretical description of these oscillations, Swedish physicist Hannes Alfvén received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1970.

In laboratory settings, Alfvén oscillations are studied using toroidal (doughnut-shaped) magnetic plasma confinement devices, such as tokamaks. This design allows hot plasma, with temperatures up to 100 million degrees Celsius, to be confined using magnetic fields, preventing it from coming into contact with the walls. Tokamaks create conditions similar to those found inside the Sun, allowing energy to be generated through thermonuclear fusion. Alfvén oscillations inside tokamaks have a dual effect. While they facilitate energy and particle transfer, they can also lead to heat loss or instabilities, which can lead to plasma escaping the magnetic field and subsequent melting of the structure's walls. Therefore, studying the physical processes inside such devices is particularly important. Existing theoretical models and computer calculations have described how these oscillations should behave, but experimentally testing the theory under the challenging conditions of a real toroidal device has previously been elusive.

St. Petersburg scientists have achieved two important results for the first time in the world while studying Alfvén oscillations in the plasma of the Globus-M2 spherical tokamak at the Ioffe Institute.

"First, we experimentally determined where exactly Alfvén oscillations originate and exist within the toroidal setup. Measurements were conducted using microwave Doppler backscatter (DBS) diagnostics, developed by scientists at the Polytechnic University. This diagnostics allowed us to measure the electric field amplitude of Alfvén oscillations directly in the region of their development. Second, we discovered that different types of Alfvén oscillations and their harmonics can have different localizations," explained Alexander Yashin, PhD in Physics and Mathematics and head of the "High-Temperature Plasma Diagnostics" research laboratory at the Institute of Physics and Mechanics at St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

Since the plasma temperature inside the tokamak is too high, the use of standard contact sensors for measurements is limited.

The Doppler backscatter method uses microwave radiation scattered by inhomogeneities in the plasma. This allows for remote and local measurement of key parameters. To ensure reliability, the Doppler backscatter data were compared with data from magnetic probes, which are traditionally used to study the dynamics of Alfvén oscillations but cannot provide information on their location or the local value of their amplitude. The comparison showed that the different methods yield consistent results, noted Arseny Tokarev, a research assistant at the Scientific Laboratory of Advanced Methods for Studying Spherical Tokamak Plasma at the Institute of Physics and Mechanics of St. Petersburg Polytechnic University.

Alfvén oscillations lead to significant losses of fast particles in the plasma. Their role in thermonuclear fusion is difficult to overestimate. Firstly, only they have sufficient energy to approach and interact, resulting in a thermonuclear fusion reaction. Secondly, they transfer part of their energy to slower particles, thereby increasing the plasma temperature. To achieve efficient and safe thermonuclear fusion, it is important to minimize the loss of high-energy particles. For example, according to calculations, the ITER experimental thermonuclear reactor, being built by an international research team in France, will withstand no more than a two percent loss of fast particles. Alfvén oscillations can cause much more significant losses. Therefore, the experimental data on the localization of Alfvén oscillations in plasma obtained by St. Petersburg scientists is a valuable contribution to the development of global thermonuclear energy.

The research was supported by the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of the Russian Federation under the state assignment in the field of science, project No. FSEG 2024 0005, using the Federal Center for Shared Use "Materials Science and Diagnostics in Advanced Technologies" of the A.F. Ioffe Physical-Technical Institute, which includes the unique scientific facility "Spherical Tokamak Globus-M."

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A project by students from the Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Materials, and Transport at SPbPU won a grant competition from the Federal Agency for Youth Affairs (Rosmolodezh). The initiative, "Creating an Advanced Educational Course: Robotics and Chemistry—At the Crossroads of Two Sciences," received support in the second season of the Rosmolodezh.Grants competition. 978,000 rubles were allocated for the project.

The project will be developed and implemented at the IMMiT, in the Department of Applied Chemistry, and at the Scientific and Educational Center "Nanotechnology and Coatings."

The project was led by Mikhail Udovichenko, a first-year master's student at the Higher School of Physics and Technology. The project team included Tatyana Sedegova (first-year master's student at the Higher School of Physics and Technology), Nikita Dybin (fourth-year at the Higher School of Physics and Technology), Artem Tereshkov (third-year at the Higher School of Architecture and Radioelectronics), and Polina Sorokina (third-year at the Institute of Biological, Social, and Biological Sciences). The entire team is a member of the ChemTeam student chemistry association. The project mentors were Alexander Semencha, Head of the Department of Applied Chemistry and Director of the Nanotechnology and Coatings Research Center, and Viktor Klinkov, a research fellow at the Nanotechnology and Coatings Research Center.

The project's main goal is to develop professional competencies in the development of robotic systems for the chemical industry among students from SPbPU and other relevant universities, as well as schoolchildren from St. Petersburg. The training program includes mastering new technologies, from the use of artificial intelligence and programming in the chemical industry to practical work in the REC laboratory.

The project will result in the creation of a unique curriculum and teaching materials, as well as a course pilot, during which participants, together with experienced mentors, will present innovative solutions for the chemical industry.

The implementation of this initiative will engage talented young people in the research activities of the Nanotechnology and Coatings Research and Education Center and train specialists in priority areas of scientific and technological development.

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Scientists from the Almazov National Medical Research Center and Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have presented a unique hardware and software system capable of assessing the state of cerebral autoregulation—a key mechanism that protects the brain from blood pressure fluctuations—in real time. This development, which has no direct analogues anywhere in the world, will allow physicians in intensive care and neurosurgery departments to instantly obtain critical data on brain blood flow and promptly adjust treatment, potentially saving the lives of patients with strokes, traumatic brain injuries, and other severe pathologies. The results of the study are presented in an international scientific journal. Sensors.

Cerebral autoregulation (CA) is a mechanism that maintains stable blood flow in the cerebral vessels despite a decrease or increase in a person's blood pressure. This "autopilot" can malfunction, for example, after a stroke or severe traumatic brain injury. Current noninvasive methods for assessing CA require post-processing of data, which is time-consuming—two to three hours to collect, process, and analyze the information. Transforming therapeutic approaches requires obtaining data on the state of CA in real time, directly during the examination. This allows for the recording of CA indicators over time, which is especially valuable when conducting functional tests and monitoring patients' condition.

To address the problem of non-invasive, real-time assessment of the central nervous system, a team of scientists from the A. L. Polenov Russian Neurosurgical Research Institute, a branch of the V. A. Almazov National Medical Research Center, and Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University have developed a world-class hardware and software system (HSS) for the first time in Russia. The team includes programmers Professor Galina Malykhina and Associate Professor Vyacheslav Salnikov, mathematician and professor Valery Antonov, engineer Boris Govorov, and physicians Grigory Panuntsev, Anna Nikiforova, and Anastasia Vesnina. The research team is led by pathophysiologist, Honored Scientist of the Russian Federation, and laureate of the Russian Federation State Prize for Science and Technology, Professor Vladimir Semenyutin.

In intensive care settings, the use of a CAP for rapid assessment of the cerebral circulation in patients with severe brain injury significantly accelerates the decision-making process for physicians. This is crucial for timely adjustment of cerebral perfusion pressure, which is a priority in the effective treatment of cerebral edema, secondary ischemia, and recurrent hemorrhages, noted Professor Vladimir Semenyutin, Head of the Research Laboratory of Cerebrovascular Pathology at the Almazov National Medical Research Center of the Russian Ministry of Health.

The operating principle is based on monitoring very slow, spontaneous fluctuations in blood pressure and linear blood flow velocity in the middle cerebral arteries. These are recorded using non-invasive methods—photoplethysmography and transcranial Doppler ultrasound. The key indicator is the phase shift (the difference in rhythm) between these two "pulses" in a specific low-frequency range, the so-called Mayer waves.

The scientists' key innovation is specialized mathematical algorithms that analyze these signals not afterward, but directly during the study. The system utilizes two powerful data processing methods: short-time Fourier transform and wavelet analysis (continuous wavelet transform). The latter method, according to the study, proved more sensitive and allows for better detection of the moments when autoregulation is activated or deactivated, providing higher resolution in time and frequency. All processing occurs so quickly that the results are displayed on the screen almost instantly.

The effectiveness and safety of the complex have been confirmed by clinical trials. In the first phase, it was tested on 40 healthy volunteers. They underwent standard functional tests—hypercapnia (inhalation of air with elevated CO2 levels) and hypocapnia (intensive breathing). These tests consistently alter cerebral vascular tone, which the complex recorded, demonstrating predictable changes in phase shift. The AAC was then tested on 60 patients with various neurovascular pathologies, including atherosclerotic carotid stenosis and cerebral arteriovenous malformations. These patients exhibited asymmetry in CA values between the cerebral hemispheres, and their responses to functional tests often deviated from the norm. For example, a patient with an arteriovenous malformation did not show a normal vascular response to carbon dioxide. All this proves that the complex is capable of not only recording the functioning of a healthy system, but also clearly identifying its disturbances in pathologies.

The developed hardware and software system has demonstrated high efficiency and informativeness. It can be used both for real-time diagnostics of the cerebral circulation in patients and for studying the mechanisms regulating cerebral blood flow in healthy individuals. The proposed algorithms minimize the risk of methodological errors and significantly reduce the time required to obtain information, which is especially important for making urgent decisions, noted Galina Malykhina, professor at the Higher School of Computer Technologies and Information Systems at the Institute of Computer Science and Cybersecurity at SPbPU.

The introduction of this system into clinical practice opens a new era in bedside monitoring of critically ill patients. Currently, dozens of parameters are monitored in real time in intensive care units, including blood pressure, pulse rate, oxygen saturation, and intracranial pressure. However, a key parameter—the adequacy of cerebral blood flow—remained unnoticed due to the difficulty of instantaneous assessment. The new APC integrates into this system, providing physicians with a pathogenetically based tool for personalized management of cerebral perfusion pressure. This means that therapy—for example, the selection of medications to increase or decrease blood pressure—can be based not on average standards, but on precise data on how a specific patient's blood vessels are protecting their brain at a given moment.

The scientists aren't resting on their laurels. The next step is integrating artificial intelligence into the system for in-depth data analysis. The goal is not only to diagnose the current condition but also to predict the risk of secondary vascular complications in neurosurgical patients. The use of artificial intelligence will not only allow for the early detection of functional abnormalities, when they are still treatable, but also for more accurate determination of indications for surgical treatment.

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Students from three SPbPU higher education institutions, under the guidance of scientists and experts from the Scientific and Production Association "North-West Regional Center of the Almaz-Antey Air Defense Concern – Obukhov Plant," are working on a comprehensive solution for robotizing the manufacturing of microwave components.

The company commissioned a final qualifying work (FQW) of special status—"Project as a FQW"—on the topic: "Technological process for manufacturing rectangular microwave waveguides of complex shapes and automated (robotic) means for its implementation." The goal of the work was not only to provide a scientific justification but also to develop a concept for a robotic system designed to eliminate manual labor from high-precision production.

An interdisciplinary team of Polytechnic University undergraduate students, specifically formed in accordance with a competency model approved by the university expert committee, is working on solving the problem. Each participant contributes to the overall goal within their own professional field. Victoria Mamieva, a student at the Higher School of Physics and Technology of Materials (HSPM) (Materials Science and Technology, Computer Engineering in Materials Science major), is responsible for developing recommendations for the optimal selection of materials to improve signal transmission quality and analyzing the impact of defects on product performance. Nika Kolomiychenko, a student at the Higher School of Automation and Robotics (HSAR) (Mechatronics and Robotics major, Design and Construction of Mechatronic Modules and Robotic Mechanisms major), is responsible for analyzing existing automation solutions and developing recommendations for robotic process automation.

Pavel Medvedev, a student at the Higher School of Computer Technology and Information Systems (VShKTIIS) (major in Systems Analysis and Management, specializing in Theory and Mathematical Methods of Systems Analysis and Management in Technical, Economic, and Social Systems), is analyzing manufacturing processes and developing a mathematical model for system optimization.

The project is supervised by mentors from the university and the client company. The final work supervisors from SPbPU are: Director of the Higher School of Physics and Technology (HSFTM) Sergey Ganin, Associate Professor of the Higher School of Architecture and Radio Engineering (HSAIR) Mikhail Ananyevsky, and Associate Professor of the Higher School of Technology and Information Systems (HSKTIIS) Sergey Khlopin.

On behalf of the Almaz-Antey Concern, the project is supervised by Sergei Baushev, Head of the Scientific and Educational Center and Doctor of Military Sciences, as a consultant to the entire team.

For our company, it's crucial not only to obtain ready-made engineering solutions but also to develop a talent pool with the necessary competencies. This project is a model for advanced training. Polytechnic students are immersed in real-world technological challenges, working on a specific task of robotic automation in production. We, for our part, ensured the team's maximum immersion in the production environment by providing access to data and the expertise of our best engineers. I am confident that this symbiosis of science, education, and practice is the most effective path to creating breakthrough technologies and cultivating the country's engineering elite," emphasizes Sergey Valentinovich.

The project's uniqueness lies in the fact that, in addition to traditional scientific guidance, the company, at its initiative, appointed a technical consultant directly from the engineering department to deepen the practical component: Alexey Lapin, Deputy Head of the Engineering Solutions and CNC Equipment Department at JSC Obukhovsky Plant.

An industrial consultant plays an active role in project implementation. They provide the team with up-to-date data and company materials, ensuring they work with real, not hypothetical, technical requirements and conditions. They provide expert advice at all stages of design and development, and evaluate proposed solutions for their applicability, economic feasibility, and integration into existing business processes.

This collaboration format is a model for effective partnership, where students gain experience working on real-world engineering problems in an interdisciplinary team under the guidance of university faculty and leading industry practitioners. The university strengthens its ties with industry, updates its curricula, and demonstrates the social impact of its research through complex projects. The company also invests in training future professionals, gaining access to fresh ideas and potential solutions to its technological challenges, and developing future specialists tailored to its needs.

This project is the quintessence of the Polytechnic University's philosophy: "Industry in the classroom." We don't simulate abstract situations, but rather take on a complex challenge from one of the country's leading enterprises. An interdisciplinary team from three higher education institutions teaches students to speak a common technical language, view a problem from multiple perspectives, and take responsibility for their part in the overall outcome. "For us as a university, this format provides invaluable feedback from industry, allowing us to continuously improve our educational programs and train specialists in demand in the labor market," notes Olga Matsko, the university's project manager and director of the Higher School of Automation and Robotics.

The collaboration between SPbPU and the Almaz-Antey Concern is a clear example of how the boundaries between academic science and high-tech manufacturing are blurring. It's an investment in the future of Russian engineering, where theory meets practice while students are still students, and yesterday's students can become tomorrow's creators of breakthrough solutions for leading Russian industries.

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