OpenFlume
An open-source, low-cost, modular benchtop laboratory flume.
• 5×5 cm test section.
• Free-stream speeds up to 50 cm/s.
• Fabricated using tools and machinery commonly found in workshop spaces.
• Certified Open Hardware UID US002638.
Resources: Repository. Preprint.
Drop Generator
A versatile 3D-printed droplet-on-demand generator.
• Tested with water/glycerol and silicone oils.
• Drop radii from 0.1 – 0.7 mm.
Resources: Publication-v2 (Design Files), Publication-v1.
Microfluidics Xurography
Commercial desktop cutting plotter manufacturing for rapid-prototyping.
• Channel widths down to 75 μm.
• Low cost and fast turn-around time.
Resources: Publication (Methods).
Vibrations Laboratory Kit
Reconfigurable lab kit for a first course in mechanical vibrations.
• Five labs with curricular materials.
• Strobe lighting for visualization.
• GUI for control of driver and lighting.
Resources: Repository. Publication.
Helical Robot
An autonomous swimming robot with a helical tail.
• 5 cm length.
• Remote control.
• Modular design with interchangeable tail.
Resources: Publication. CAD Files. Methods and Code.
Miscellaneous
Other miscellaneous hardware projects from the lab available on Instructables.