Scot Ackerman MakerSpace at Tulane University Wiki

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A MakerSpace has been described as new amalgam of art, craft, and technology. Our goal is to serve all makers, and potential makers, in the Tulane Community. We do so by providing tools, assistance, and ideas. A discussion of the history and possible future of maker spaces can be found here

News and Updates

Fall 2016 Hours

Click on "MakerSpace Access" at left to see the location of our entrance.

Effective 11/14/16 and for the remainder of Fall semester

During Thanksgiving break 11/23 11/24 11/25 the MakerSpace will be closed. The last day of operation this semester is the last day of classes, 12/6/16. Please stop by and check out the new space.

More 3d Printers Coming

We expect a third Lulzbot Taz 5 by December 1, and an Autodesk Ember SLA printer will be here at the start of Spring '17.

Maker of the Year

The Maker of the Year Award, funded by a generous gift from Lary Walker (G ’76, ’79) will be presented in Spring '17. If you've designed and built something awesome, please take lots of photos and hold them until we announce the entry process.

Last year's award was presented to Afsheen Sajjadi (SSE'19) on 4/22/16. His independently designed truss, fabricated on the Maker Space laser cutter, impressed the Award judges, and also Prof. Raymond, his instructor in ENGP1410. Afsheen is now a Maker Ninja in the Maker Space.

  • bridge ready for testing
  • parts layout
  • Award

Links on this Wiki

MakerSpace Access

Hours, location, and contact information.

Software

A list of software programs that are available to students, with notes on their use.

Rapid Prototyping Tools

Links and information concerning the available rapid prototyping tools, including information on training and safety.

Machine Tools

Information and links to training documents concerning fixed (not handheld) power tools and processes.

Welding

The Department of Art's Sculpture Studio makes their tools available to MakerSpace users.

Hand Tools

A list of handheld tools(including some handheld power tools) that Makers can expect to find in the workshops. The list is a general snapshot and will not be a detailed/comprehensive inventory.

Other Resources

Information about suppliers and other online resources.

Project Guides and Tutorials

Samples of projects and instructions for doing them yourself.

MakerSpace Digital Library

Access the digital library for MakerSpace books and resources

Gallery

Examples of projects built in the Tulane MakerSpace.

People

Information on those involved in building, managing, and improving the Tulane MakerSpace.

Support & Contribute

Methods for supporting the Tulane MakerSpace

Connect

The New Orleans Maker Community

New Orleans has a long history of artistic creation, and that creativity is now expressed in a vibrant maker community. The Tulane MakerSpace is proud to be a part of this community. Other members include

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