FabLab - Prototyping Facility

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FabLab - Prototyping Facility

Fabrication, product design, and rapid prototyping facility.

FabLab - Prototyping Facility

The Fabrication Laboratory (FabLab) is a state-of-the-art facility designed to empower innovators, entrepreneurs, and students by providing them with access to advanced tools and technologies for designing, prototyping, and creating physical products. As part of the global FabLab network, the facility offers cutting-edge equipment such as 3D printers, CNC machines, laser cutters, and electronics workstations, enabling users to turn their ideas into functional prototypes with precision and efficiency. The FabLab fosters a hands-on learning environment where individuals from various disciplines can collaborate, experiment, and develop skills in digital fabrication, product design, and rapid prototyping, bridging the gap between concept and creation.

The various manufacturing tools available for users

Other tools

  • Compressed air spray painting unit
  • Screen printing kit
  • Acrylic cutting materials
  • Assorted development boards : Uno, Nano, Rpi, Jetson
  • Sensors and actuators
  • Robotic arm , servo motors, TFT displays
  • Drones and drone development boards
  • Vinyl cutter
  • Reciprocating Saw
  • Chemicals, Solvents, Paints
  • Bosch CNC Router
  • 3x A1 Mini printers
  • P1S ABS Printer
  • 5W Laser engraver

Under procurement

  • Lathe Machine
  • Turret Drilling Machine
  • Band Saw
  • UV Flatbed Printer

Donated equipment

The FabLab plays a crucial role in promoting innovation-driven entrepreneurship by offering resources that are often inaccessible to early-stage startups or individual creators. By providing a platform for low-cost and high-speed prototyping, the FabLab accelerates the product development process, allowing entrepreneurs to iterate quickly, test their ideas, and refine their designs. In addition, the lab is open to students, researchers, and innovators from across the university, offering them opportunities to work on interdisciplinary projects that have the potential to lead to groundbreaking innovations in fields ranging from engineering and healthcare to art and sustainable technologies.

In alignment with the University of Calicut’s mission to develop an ecosystem for advanced teaching, learning, research, and enterprise, the Fabrication Laboratory (FabLab) at the CIE is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art infrastructure and resources that foster creativity and innovation. The FabLab is designed to create an inviting and collaborative atmosphere, encouraging interdisciplinary teamwork and engagement among students, researchers, and entrepreneurs. By offering access to cutting-edge tools and technologies such as 3D printers, CNC machines, and laser cutters, the lab empowers users to transform their ideas into tangible prototypes, facilitating enhanced learning and research experiences.

Moreover, the FabLab upholds the university’s commitment to social inclusiveness and gender equality by ensuring that all members of the university community have equal access to its facilities and resources. The lab actively promotes initiatives that encourage diverse participation, aiming to attract and retain the best talent from various backgrounds. Through workshops, training sessions, and mentorship opportunities, the FabLab not only equips individuals with essential fabrication skills but also nurtures an inclusive culture that values diverse perspectives. By cultivating a vibrant maker community and fostering innovation-driven entrepreneurship, the CIE FabLab plays a pivotal role in advancing the university’s mission, positioning it as a leader in the promotion of cutting-edge research and collaborative enterprise.

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