SHU Makerspace
Makerspace offers a platform to bring ideas into prototypes. In its 11,000 sqft lab space, there are 30 3d printers which allow simple prototyping to commercial grade product realization. Fully-equipped metal and wood working space has mostly digital controlled systems that eliminate the need of manual controls. There is also possibility for manual workshop abilities to address those who are familiar or prefer manual operations. Electronics section of the lab allows students to build their own circuits and program microcontrollers. Several breakout rooms and conference rooms also bring the capability of holding meetings or project group gatherings. 40 seat classroom in the lab is used for instruction and presentations. A custom drone research lab from Quanser is also housed in this classroom. Characterization room also offers a unique capability of working with chemicals and utilizing Nikon stereo and optic microscopes.
In more detail, makerspace has 3d printers from Makerbot, Stratsys, FormLabs, Gigabot, and Prusa. Some other digital manufacturing equipment include Universal Laser cutters, Techno CNC routers, Optomax waterjet cutter, CNC mills and lathes, and Voltera circuit prototyping. Tektronix electronics instrumentation such as spectrum analyzer, LCR meter, oscilloscopes, function generators, power supplies, and high resolution multimeters. Visit SHU Makerspace for more information.