Prototyping Lab + Woodshop
Rapid Prototyping Lab Information:
The Architecture Department's Rapid Prototyping Lab provides equipment
and software that students and faculty can use to fabricate physical
objects from CAD models. RPL facilities include two ULS laser cutters, a
ZCorp 3D printer which creates three-dimensional models from CAD
designs, and a CNC router which carves wood or foam in three
dimensions under computer control.
Laser cutters are available for use by students 24 hours/day following a
mandatory safety training session.
Students pay a fee for using the ZCorp printer equal to the
cost of the materials used.
RPL Website: http://web.mit.edu/arch/RPL
Woodshop Information:
There are two shops available to Architecture Department students: a model building shop on the fourth floor of building 7, adjacent to the main studio areas, and a shop in Building N51, first floor, for larger projects.
Chris Dewart, Technical Instructor is the Department staff member who supervises the shops.
