About this Event
Get started with silicone casting!
This workshop is for people who have always wanted to make a silicone cast or a simple soft robot, but have been too afraid to jump in without a guide. After a full project demo, you'll go hands-on to make your own bending actuator. The vacuum equipment will also be available to use at NYC Resistor Craft Nights later.
Learn:
- How to measure, mix, and pour silicone
- Use a vacuum pot to remove air bubbles
- How using fabric can change the movement of a silicone inflated piece
This class is geared towards people with little to no experience working with silicone, curious about soft robotics, and want to learn basic silicone casting.
It does help to have typical hand dexterity, so please reach out if you think you might need accomodations.
Instructor:
Kari Love has been teaching a popular soft robotics for artists course at NYU for nearly 10 years, and was the co-author of Make: Soft Robotics - A DIY Introduction to Squishy, Stretchable, and Flexible Robots. She has made functional space suits, costumes/wearables, puppets, robots from candy, and countless other soft things.
As with all NYC Resistor events, this class is 18+ and governed by our Code of Conduct. The Code of Conduct, as well as accessibility information, can be found at www.nycresistor.com/participate/. Please note that refunds must be requested 24 hours in advance. If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
This program is supported, in part, by public funds from the New York City Department of Cultural Affairs in partnership with the City Council.
Event venue & nearby stays
NYCResistor, 87 3rd Ave, Brooklyn, United States
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