Special Events

  • 4/22 5th Annual Modified Pinewood Derby

    Part of UConn’s Spring Weekend Lineup, the UConn Innovation Zone presents their 5th Annual Modified Pinewood Derby taking place during the UConn Maker Fair.  Teams consisting of two to four members will need to register to compete.  Students, faculty and staff are encouraged to participate!

    Upon Registration, teams will receive a basic derby car kit to modify.

    Each entry MUST incorporate a 3D Printed part and include at least 1 circuited element (light, motor, sound, etc.).

    Race will consist of a Bracket-Style Elimination format until one car is deemed the Race Grand Champion.

         Location: Innovation Zone Makerspace- Werth Residence Tower Room 014

         Date: Saturday, April 22nd

         Time: Races begin at 10:00am

    Teams can register by visiting our website.  Upon registration, teams will receive a basic car kit to modify.  Each entry must incorporate a 3D Printed aspect and include at least 1 working Circuited element.

     

    PRIZES AWARDED:

    Race Grand Champion

    Most Innovative Design (Judge’s Choice)

    People’s Choice

    For more information, contact: Cody D. Ryan at cody.d.ryan@uconn.edu