Student Resources
Here's a list of helpful references and tutorials to get you up and running at HackBerry Lab
Setting up Cura
Cura is a software that turns STL files from 3D design programs like TinkerCad and Fusion 360 and slices them for 3D printing.
Files & Resources
Wireless 3D Printing
Printing wirelessly to the HackBerry 3D Printers is easy. Here's what you need to know:
3D Printing Policies
- Students using the printers for class assignments have top priority
- Prints for personal projects should check with a lab assistant
- Prints can only be started during Open Lab Hours
- Prints longer than 12 hours should check with a lab assistant first
- After uploading a file to a printer, get a lab assistant to finalize the print
- Students should monitor the print during the first 5 - 10 minutes
- Only lab assistants should remove prints from the printers
Wireless 3D Printers
Use the links below to connect to the desired 3D printer. Username is "student" and password is "marthaberry"
Need help setting up your computer to work with the 3D Printers? Check out our tutorial here!
Printers are only accessible while on the Berry network.
3D Printing Checklist
- Is there enough filament for the print?
- Is the print bed cleared of prints and filament?
- Is the print oriented to minimize time/support material?
Installing Arduino
The Arduino IDE allows you to write code, upload, and monitor activity on the Arduino microcontroller.
Files & Resources
- Arduino IDE Download Page
- Windows users: Choose the "Windows Win 10 and newer" option. ** NOT the Windows App option**
- CH34X Driver - PC/Windows
- CH34X Driver - Apple/Mac
- Lamp Library Download
- Lamp Library Documentation
Still getting errors trying to upload? If the Arduino Nano is still not uploading, go to Tools->Processor menu and choose "ATMega328P(Old Bootloader)" and try reuploading.
EasyEDA Circuit Design
EasyEDA makes designing circuit schematics and printed circuit boards (PCBs) easy and intuitive.
Resources
Simple Plasma Design
Create a simple design in Fusion 360 that can be cut on the CNC Plasma Cutter
Resources
- Access Fusion 360 for free by creating an account using your Berry e-mail. You may already have one if you've used Tinkercad.
- Fusion 360 Desktop Software
- Fusion 360 Web Application
PCB Business Cards
Learn how to assemble and solder the PCB Business Cards
Assembly Steps
- Follow the steps below to create your PCB business cards. Please make sure you clean up after each session to ensure it is prepared for the next group.
- Solder Stenciling
- PCB Assembly
- PCB Reflow
- Final Assembly & Testing