Spaces & Places

The Forge: Student Makerspace

The Forge: Student Makerspace

A student-run makerspace providing access to fabrication tools and collaborative space for prototyping and creative projects.

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MILL: Manufacturing Innovation Learning Laboratory

MILL: Manufacturing Innovation Learning Laboratory

A hands-on learning lab where students gain practical experience in advanced manufacturing and materials processing.

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JEC Student Machine Shop

JEC Student Machine Shop

Provides training and equipment for students to safely fabricate mechanical components for academic or personal projects.

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Haas Technical Center / IED / Design Lab

Haas Technical Center / IED / Design Lab

Equipped with Haas CNC machines and CAD/CAM workstations, supporting precision design and rapid prototyping for engineering students.

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School of Architecture Woodshop

School of Architecture Woodshop

Offers tools and facilities for woodworking, model building, and architectural fabrication within RPI’s School of Architecture.

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Mercer XLab

Mercer XLab

A cross-disciplinary innovation space that integrates design thinking and prototyping for engineering and creative projects.

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Digital Fabrication Lab

Digital Fabrication Lab

Provides access to 3D printing, laser cutting, and CNC tools for digital fabrication and model production.

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ProFab Studio

ProFab Studio

fabrication studio supporting professional-grade model making, 3D printing, and materials testing for design and engineering students.

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MILL Expansion Demo Room

MILL Expansion Demo Room

An extension of the MILL featuring new equipment demonstrations and additional collaborative work areas for student projects.

See the MILL Expansion

Hearst Digital Manufacturing Lab (HDML)Hearst Digital Manufacturing Lab (HDML)

Specializes in advanced digital manufacturing and automation technologies to support interdisciplinary innovation.

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Center for Excellence in Digital Game Development

Center for Excellence in Digital Game Development

Focuses on digital game design, simulation, and interactive storytelling through collaboration between HASS and engineering disciplines.

Learn more about the Game Development Center


Rensselaer Augmented and Virtual Environment (RAVE)

Rensselaer Augmented and Virtual Environment (RAVE)

Immersive research and development facility supporting AR/VR technologies and human-computer interaction studies.

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