Remote labs are designed to overcome barriers such as equipment cost and limited lab time, and to provide authentic and self-paced learning experiences. The project describes the development of a remote 3D printer and learning materials for manufacturing education. The equipment is being evaluated for a robot welding motion planning experiment and CNC programming, but can also be used to teach about robot anatomy and various manufacturing activities. The materials were evaluated by students during lab time. Pre and post test results suggest a significant learning gain using the designed materials. Students have responded positively overall to the remote access tool.
The links below lead to some of the courseware that has been developed as part of this effort.
1. How the remote MTW 3D printer works
2. Related Materials
a. Remote MTW3D Printer In Action b. Remote MTW3D Printer System Development in Detail c. Lab #1: Remote System Hardware Setup d. Lab #2: Multi-Camera Monitoring and Remote Control Web
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The Remote MTW 3D Printer
was developed as part of a
National Science Foundation project funded under Grant No.
1304843. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or
recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author and
do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.
Last updated on November 25, 2019 by Sheng-Jen
("Tony") Hsieh