Engineering
the future of robotics
ME is building on its robotics strength through advanced research and graduate education programs.
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Why ME?
Mechanical engineering is the broadest of all engineering disciplines. Our students and faculty work together, across campus and with industry partners, to develop new materials, devices and systems. Our department is a leader in innovation and commercialization, with more than 300 U.S. patent filings and 30 spinoff companies since 2012.
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Graduate program applications open
Learn how engineers can develop their skills, advance their careers, and delve into research alongside renowned faculty. The priority deadline for autumn 2027 is December 15.
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News
Tiny robot can control its jump height
UW engineers have created DirectHop, a robot that can perform multiple hops in sequence.
How blood platelets respond to forces
ME researchers have developed a new way to measure how a blood clot forms.
New robotics grad program
ME Associate Professor Xu Chen shares information about UW Engineering's robotics graduate programs.
Events
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Sep 30, 2026 @ 12:00 am
Instruction Begins - Autumn 2026
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Oct 5, 2026 @ 5:30 pm
❗CORRECTIONS: HuskyADAPT Autumn kickoff meeting ❗
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Oct 13, 2026 @ 11:00 am
ME Seminar: Ashish Manohar, UW Mechanical Engineering
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Oct 16, 2026 @ 10:00 am
PhD Qualifying Examination: Nicholas Ozanich
Student experience
Designing for the future
ME undergraduates showcased solutions to challenging problems at the 2026 capstone expo.
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Making an impact
Through our interdisciplinary research, UW Mechanical Engineering is making a difference in people’s lives, both across Washington state and globally. We develop biomedical devices, improve aircraft materials, advance robotics, explore sustainable energy solutions and more.
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