EDELSTEIN

Top Notch

ROBOTICS

CREATIVE DESIGNER

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DANIEL

DANIEL EDELSTEIN

Daniel Edelstein
Daniel Edelstein
Tech is my passion.
Hi, I'm Daniel, a STEM enthusiast and aspiring engineer passionate about solving real-world problems through innovation.
Engineering student and problem solver focused on mechanical design, electronics, and embedded systems. Skilled in CAD modeling (Fusion 360), 3D printing, Arduino development, and project-based teamwork.

Selected Works

2022 – 2025

Waterloo EV May Race

Mechanics + Electrical

May, 2026

Iron Man Helmet

Mechatronics

January, 2026

Battle Bot

Mechatronics

December, 2025

Waterloo EV Challenge

Mechanics + Electrical

October, 2025

Batmobile + Robotic Arm

Mechatronics

June, 2025

RC Plane

Aerospace

July, 2025

Ship Navigator

Arduino

Dec, 2023

Recent Wins

2026 – 2025
Won 1st at 2026 TMLS Agentic Hackathon

Won 1st at 2026 TMLS Agentic Hackathon

Won 4 Awards at 2026 Waterloo EV Race

Won 4 Awards at 2026 Waterloo EV Race

Competed in VEX 2026 World Championship

Competed in VEX 2026 World Championship

Won Excellence Award at VEX V5 Ontario Provincial Tournament

Won Excellence Award at VEX V5 Ontario Provincial Tournament

1st Place at YRDSB Astronomy Fair

1st Place at YRDSB Astronomy Fair

Tournament Champion at Regional Competition

Tournament Champion at Regional Competition

6th Place at EV Fall Race

6th Place at EV Fall Race

My Engineering Journey

2019 – 2026
'19
Grade 5-7
Lego Competition + Hockey Dedication Award + RC Car

▸ Entered first LEGO Robotics competition in Grade 5 ▸ Learned basic programming and robot design Won Dedication Award in minor hockey ▸ Recognized for strong work ethic and commitment Built first DIY RC car in Grade 7 ▸ Used cardboard, motors, and soldering ▸ Sparked long-term interest in electronics and engineering

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'22
Grade 8
Science Award + Project

Won the grade 8 Science Award ▸ Recognized for creativity and problem-solving in class Designed and built a Rube Goldberg machine ▸ Used marbles, levers, pulleys, and timing triggers ▸ Focused on chain reactions and energy transfer ▸ Project taught patience, precision, and trial-and-error thinking

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Business Award
'24
Grade 10
Business Award + CYC

▸ Received the Business Award at Hodan Nalayeh Secondary School for excellence in business and entrepreneurship ▸ Participated in the Canadian Youth Champions (CYC) program ▸ Led a team in developing a full business plan from ideation to execution ▸ Focused on research, strategy, and presentation skills ▸ Gained experience in leadership, teamwork, and creative problem solving

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VEX Robotics
'25
Grade 11
Rising Star Award + VEX

▸ Lead mechanic and driver for the Caution Tape Robotics competition team ▸ Built and maintained a competitive robot for VEX Robotics ▸ Helped the team qualify and compete at the provincial level ▸ Won the Rising Star Award for technical ability and contribution to the team ▸ Demonstrated innovation, responsibility, and strong engineering fundamentals

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Robotics Club President
'26
Grade 12
DECA + Robotics Club President

▸ DECA competitor: regionals and provincials, case analysis, timed role-plays, data-driven recommendations, strong presentation ▸ Robotics Club President: led 30+ members, organized training, managed budget and parts, coordinated subteams, competition leadership ▸ Skills: leadership, teamwork, CAD/programming, analysis, public speaking

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