ABOUT SMU-X MAKERSPACE
Vision and Mission
Vision
To be the essential and holistic space for the SMU students and the greater community to create prototypes and innovative solutions for their school projects and beyond.
Mission
The SMU-X Makerspace is committed to provide the SMU community with a sanctuary to conduct their hands-on design, experiment, tinkering and prototyping, and simulate their creativity and imagination towards problem-solving, while creating a paradigm shift in their understanding on how prototyping can be a culture and a way of life, and play a part in creating a more sustainable society and environment.
PROGRAMMES & WORKSHOPS
The SMU-X Makerspace offers various ad-hoc workshops to educate the SMU community on:
- Introductory maker courses (such as 3D printing)
- Equipment-specific training (pre-requisites for using the equipment without supervision)
- On-demand training on software and IoT (including 3D modelling software)
- Creative craft workshops (EDMs will be publicised via emails to the SMU community)
Join our Telegram group to keep updated on our latest news and workshops.
FACILITIES & SERVICES
Facilities available include:
- Various 3D Printers, capable of printing thermoplastics (PLA, PETG) and flexible (TPU)
- Cutting tools such as the Dremel
- Laser cutting machine
- Sewing machine
- Leather craft tools
- Hot foil stamping machine
- Electronics kits such as a soldering iron
- IoT peripherals (such as Raspberry Pis and Arduinos)
To receive guidance on the use of the equipment, you can schedule an appointment with the Makerspace Student Associates.
The Makerspace Student Associates can also 3D print objects for you. Alternatively, you can do it by yourself on designated printers.
We also have the following items in Makerspace available for loan:
- AIY Vision Kit
- AIY Voice Kit
- Touch Board Pro Kit
- Micro:bit
- GameSir T1d
- Gello Pen
- Grove Starter Kit
- Raspberry Pi Desktop Kit
- Raspberry Pi Zero with Budget Pack
- Seeeduino
- Tello Drone
For appointments, 3D Print Requests, and/or Loan Requests, fill out this form.
If you have any specific requirements or wish to find out more about the equipment and equipment loan policy, please feel free to contact us.
