Arts

Sew your own smart crystal lamp

How can you combine electronics, chemistry and sewing in a single activity? By sewing a smart crystal lamp! You need to use a needle and thread to stitch the electronic…

March 3, 2019

electronics, Arduino, e-textile, soldering, physics, programming, light, sewing, electricity, Chemistry

Learn CAD Design with Light Play

We use the Exploritorium’s light play activity to explore light and learn how to design and cut objects on the laser cutter. The laser-cutter is a versatile tool used throughout…

March 1, 2019

CAD, electronics, 2D design software, laser cutter, Intro to Fab Lab, imagination, build challenge, mixed media, toys, cardboard, motion, energy, light, 2D vector design software, electricity

Music & 3D Modeling: From James Brown to Architecture

Black History Month recognizes the heritage, accomplishments, and culture of African Americans in the United States. In honor of this month, this project combines black music, 3D modeling and laser…

February 8, 2019

CAD, 3D printer, 2D and 3D design software, laser cutter, architecture, imagination, 3D modeling, sound, cardboard, sculpture, 2D vector design software, Cultural Competence