What do Paris Fashion Week, Yale School of Medicine, and the International Space Station all have in common? They all use 3D printed technology. From creating cutting-edge fashion design to medical devices, 3D printing has become an integral part of many industries.
At the Museum's Science Workshop afterschool program at Edison Middle School, students gain first-hand experience with digital design and 3D printing. Students create and print their own projects, such as making bracelets with 3D-printed beads and constructing a wooden house with 3D printed windows, doors, and furniture.
"Access to this kind of technology creates so many opportunities for our students, " said Site Director Andrea Hernandez, "3D design brings many elements together. The process is focused on engineering and math, as well as imagination and creativity."
As students at the Science Workshop build their skills, their projects become more elaborate and they are able to use an expanded array of tools—including a laser cutter, sewing machine, and woodworking equipment. For many students, the confidence they gain at the Science Workshop leads to more motivation during the school day and an increased interest in STEM careers. The Science Workshop is free for students thanks to the support of Valero, Hess, and M.D. Anderson Foundation.
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Mar 2, 2025
What do Paris Fashion Week, Yale School of Medicine, and the International Space Station all have in common? They all use 3D printed technology. From creating cutting-edge fashion design to medical devices, 3D printing has become an integral part of many industries.
At the Museum's Science Workshop afterschool program at Edison Middle School, students gain first-hand experience with digital design and 3D printing. Students create and print their own projects, such as making bracelets with 3D-printed beads and constructing a wooden house with 3D printed windows, doors, and furniture.
"Access to this kind of technology creates so many opportunities for our students, " said Site Director Andrea Hernandez, "3D design brings many elements together. The process is focused on engineering and math, as well as imagination and creativity."
As students at the Science Workshop build their skills, their projects become more elaborate and they are able to use an expanded array of tools—including a laser cutter, sewing machine, and woodworking equipment. For many students, the confidence they gain at the Science Workshop leads to more motivation during the school day and an increased interest in STEM careers. The Science Workshop is free for students thanks to the support of Valero, Hess, and M.D. Anderson Foundation.
