MIT IAP 2026—Form Forge: Scan, Design, Print

Form Forge: Scan, Design, Print

Instructors: Talis Reks, MIT.nano Immersion Lab; Elijah Shirman, MIT.nano Domain Expert

Date: Monday, January 5
Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Location: MIT.nano, Building 12 Room 3216

Limited to 15 participants.

This short workshop introduces participants to the full pipeline of digital fabrication, from creating 3D models to scanning real-world objects and producing high-quality 3D prints. Participants will learn fundamental modeling workflows, capture physical objects using 3D scanning tools (mobile phone), and prepare files for professional-grade additive manufacturing.

You will be able to pick up your prints on Thursday, January 8th.

Please bring the following items to ensure full participation in the workshop:
1. A mobile device (iPhone or Android) for scanning and reference tools
2. A laptop computer (Mac or Windows) for 3D modeling and file preparation

First name:

Last name:

Email address:

MIT Affiliation:

Undergraduate

Graduate student

Postdoc

Faculty

Staff

Alumna/alumnus

What is your current experience level with 3D modeling, 3D scanning, or 3D printing?

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

What type of project or object do you hope to create during the workshop?

Are you primarily interested in modeling, scanning, printing, or all three?

Modeling

Scanning

Printing

All

Do you have prior experience with any 3D design software? If yes, please list it.

Do you require any accessibility accommodations or have specific equipment needs?

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