Form Prototyping

ERB281 Fab

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Tools for scanning, modeling, and prototyping 3D models.

Machines/Equipment

CAD Workstation

CAD Workstation

Outfitted with Fusion360 and a fast graphics card to make modeling quick and painless. Remember to signup for an Autodesk Education account.

Epilog Lasercutter Fusion Pro 32

Epilog Lasercutter Fusion Pro 32

Great for making 2D parts that link to form 3D geometries.

Training Required

Plotter/Poster Printer (36")

Plotter/Poster Printer (36")

For printing schematics.

Dremmel Versaflame Butane Torch

Dremmel Versaflame Butane Torch

Soldering, heating, training SMA, heat shrinking.

Training Required

Tools

Hot Wire Foam Cutter

Hot Wire Foam Cutter

Great for making low-fidelity physical models.

Training Required

Airbrush

Airbrush

Use with enamels to give prototypes a professional look.

Dental Tools

Dental Tools

Useful for removing the negative off a vinyl print.

Safety Rulers

Safety Rulers

Use for safely cutting paper, cardboard, and foamboard.

Materials

Foams

Foams

Lightweight and easy to sculpt. Good for rapid prototyping of form and feel prototypes. Useful as a cover to sharp objects (e.g. x-acto blades, needles/pins).

Training Required

Air & Pneumatics Accoutrements

Air & Pneumatics Accoutrements

Tubes and fittings for working with gases and liquids.