PARADIGM
ENGINEERING
Summary
Paradigm Engineering is a diverse student group from Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (MUN),
focusing on developing and demonstrating autonomous racing vehicles.
Comprising electrical, software, and mechanical subteams, as well as members for administrative tasks and media outreach,
the group aims to excel in competitions and elevate Newfoundland and MUN in autonomous vehicle research.
In 2025, Paradigm Engineering participated in the Autonomous Karting Series in Indiana,
a competition challenging teams to create fully autonomous racing go-karts.
It was the team’s first ever entry into the series, proudly placing 2nd overall.
The Autonomous Karting Series project encompasses various engineering aspects,
providing valuable experience and contributing to the future of autonomous and robotics industries in the province.
The team will be returning to Indiana in 2026 to compete in the series again.
Engineering Subteams
Software
The Software Subteam develops the code critical for guiding the cart through wireless communication with onboard components. Our track and obstacle detection algorithm ensures a smooth journey.
Electrical
The Electrical Subteam brings the energy to the team - we are responsible for delivering power to all components on the kart, along with creating the electrical connections to allow the algorithm to communicate with external sensor devices.
Mechanical
The Mechanical Subteam puts the rubber on the road. Our scope includes specifying, designing, modifying & manufacturing all the components necessary to turn a human-controlled go-kart into an autonomous vehicle.
Our Sponsors
We're grateful to all our sponsors who made it possible for us to compete in the 2025 competition.
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Bronze
Become a Sponsor
Interested in supporting the Paradigm team in our upcoming season?
Sponsors enable us to build the kart in-house, as well as travel to the competition to represent Newfoundland.
Every sponsor logo is featured on our kart, as well as on our team shirts.
Sponsors gain exposure to a whole new audience, and promotion through our website and social media.
Sponsors can also receive team resume packages for hiring,
giving them access to a group of ambitious individuals who are passionate about new technologies.