Jeffrey has been working with our new vacuform machine, which uses a simplified version of thermoforming; a sheet of plastic is heated to a pliable temperature, stretched onto a single-surface mold, and forced against the mold by a vacuum. For example, this process can be used to form plastic into permanent objects such as turnpike… Read more »
Using our FullSpectrum Laser, Nick finished a patron project making some twenty odd personalized center-pieces for a wedding. Such an adorable and easy personal gift idea, we were glad to be able to help out! If you have an idea or lasercut project, sign up from a consultation: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_aW5PLHbePpqUbMF or submit a work request: https://unt.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_czS3nZhPUhIK1QF… Read more »
Whether you’re a student working on a design project or a sewing enthusiast looking to expand your skills, we have the tools you’ll need to make your creations come to life. We have created bean bags, purses and quilts. Students have created monograms on items to personalize them. Check out our two high-end sewing machines… Read more »
The Factory has two CNC machines which have been really busy this semester, from stamp creation workshops to PCB boards these machines have been hard at work! Below is information about each machine: Shapeoko Machine: The CNC Shapeoko Machine is a milling tool available to mill common materials such as wood, plastics, soft/ non-ferrous metals,… Read more »
My name is Nicholas Carter, I’m a fourth year double studio arts major focused in New Media Arts & Interdisciplinary Studies and a Philosophy minor currently in the finishing stages of my undergraduate career. As a studio art major focused in interaction and practices with computer software technology and physical computing aspects, it’s only natural… Read more »
Jaycie has been defying the laws of twisty-spatial-what’s-it’s with the Mirrix loom, warping it like a champ, battling (and winning) against the shedding device, and starting her first tapestry! Jaycie is the current Factory go-to for the looms, so schedule a consultation with her if you have an interest in these fantastic pieces of magic… Read more »
Jordan led her first (and packed!) DSLR workshop recently, wherein patrons learned the basic components of their camera, the specific bells and whistles of a DSLR, and the why’s/how’s for best use to take amazing pictures. She has also been working with Raspberry Pi, on photobooth for a certain love-centric upcoming holiday!
Nick has been working on lasercutting for patron work, which patrons (meaning anyone from the UNT/Denton community) can learn in the Lasercutting workshops that The Factory hosts! You can learn to format the .svg file necessary, learn about lasercutter setting and procedure, and learn how to schedule a consultation with a maker to get your… Read more »
John has finished up the phase one of his HTC Vive flight simulator, which he built in Unity. Patrons are welcome to come in and play in the environment, propel yourself around, avoid (or aim for!) the objects in space, and play with the HTC Vive. John also began his weekly Unity Game Engine workshops,… Read more »
Little Bits are kind of like legos, but for circuits. They were designed with the beginner circuit builder in mind. They are a platform of easy-to-use electronic building blocks that empower you to invent anything, from your own remote controlled car, to a smart home device. The Bits snap together with magnets, no soldering, no wiring,… Read more »
