Rapid Prototyping Resources¶

RPI Manufacturing Innovation and Learning Lab has three machines for creating rapid prototypes, as well as an agreement with Benet Labs in Watervliet, NY.

For any rapid prototyped parts, be sure to follow the Design Lab process to ensure course credit, good design, and reimbursement - Rapid_Prototyped_Part_Process

On Campus¶

See Manufacturing Services Overview for more specifications of the machines below.

Stratasys Dimension FDM Machine & Stratasys UPrint FDM Machine¶

Parts created using the Fused Deposition Modeling Process. Build material is ABS resin.
Machine builder's website - http://www.stratasys.com/

RPI Forge¶

This is a student run club which maintains a large collection of prototyping equipment, including 3D printers and laser cutter. Members have access to all the equipment.
https://www.rpiforge.dev/

Benet Labs¶

SLA Prototypes¶

Parts created using Stereolithography Process. Greatest accuracy and most expensive modeling method available to students.
Resin properties - Somos-WaterShed_XC_11122_Datasheet.pdf

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