Futureforge – Der Makerspace für Studierende am Campus Riedberg
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Futureforge ist ein offener, studentenzentrierter Makerspace auf dem Riedberg Campus. Er steht allen Studierenden und Mitarbeitenden der Goethe-Universität zur Verfügung.
Ob du einen Prototyp für ein wissenschaftliches Projekt entwickeln möchtest, die Welt der digitalen Fertigung erkunden willst oder einfach lernen möchtest, wie 3D-Druck funktioniert – Futureforge ist dein Raum zum Ausprobieren, Entwickeln und Gestalten.
Maschinen und Werkzeuge
Extruders: Single extruder
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, flexible filaments (TPU)
Build Volume: 250 × 210 × 210 mm
Heated Bed: Yes
Open Source: Fully open hardware/software
The Prusa i3 MK3S is a reliable, high-precision FDM 3D printer ideal for everyday prototyping and functional part fabrication. Its single extruder setup supports a wide variety of standard materials, making it perfect for printing mechanical parts, scientific models, enclosures, and educational prototypes.
The MK3S includes advanced features like automatic bed leveling, filament runout detection, and power recovery after outages—ensuring prints are successful even during long sessions. Due to its open-source nature, it's also a great platform for students and researchers looking to learn about printer modification and 3D printing technology in depth.
Best For:
- Prototypes and mechanical parts
- Custom lab tools and adaptors
- Educational models
- Research applications with standard materials
1 Prusa XL (5 Extruder)
Extruders: 5 independent toolheads (multi-material/multi-color)
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, PC Blend, Nylon, flexible filaments (TPU), and more
Build Volume: 360 × 360 × 360 mm
Heated Bed: Modular heated bed with zoned heating
Special Features: Toolchanger system, CoreXY motion, load cell auto leveling
The Prusa XL is a professional-grade, large-format FDM 3D printer equipped with a powerful toolchanger system, allowing up to 5 different materials or colors in a single print. Its modular bed and rigid CoreXY frame provide high dimensional accuracy and speed, even for large and complex parts.
Designed for demanding applications, the XL excels in multi-material functional prototyping, support-heavy prints, and advanced projects that require soluble supports or hybrid materials. It's ideal for engineering models, educational kits, and visually striking scientific displays.
Best For:
- Multi-color or multi-material prints
- Large-format prototypes and mechanical assemblies
- Soluble support structures (e.g., BVOH, PVA)
- Advanced research applications requiring complex geometry or hybrid materials
1 Prusa Mini
Extruders: Single extruder
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, flexible filaments (TPU)
Build Volume: 180 × 180 × 180 mm
Heated Bed: Yes
Compact and Reliable: Ideal for smaller projects and tight workspaces
The Prusa Mini+ is a compact, user-friendly FDM 3D printer that delivers professional-quality prints in a small footprint. Despite its size, it offers many of the advanced features found in larger Prusa models—such as mesh bed leveling, power loss recovery, and network connectivity via Ethernet or USB.
Its single extruder supports a broad range of standard materials, making it a great choice for quick prototypes, small parts, and educational use. Perfect for newcomers to 3D printing as well as experienced users looking for a dependable secondary printer.
Best For:
- Small-scale prototyping and part testing
- Student projects and classroom use
- Custom lab accessories and adapters
- Learning and teaching the basics of 3D printing
1 CR-Scan Raptor
Scanner Type: Structured light (blue light) 3D scanner
Accuracy: Up to 0.02 mm
Scan Speed: Up to 60 fps
Scanning Range: Flexible – macro to medium objects
Color Capture: Full-color texture scanning with external RGB camera
Software: CR Studio (supports .obj, .stl, .ply exports)
The CR-Scan Raptor is a high-precision structured light 3D scanner designed for fast, accurate digitization of real-world objects. It captures fine surface details and geometry with up to 0.02 mm accuracy, making it suitable for reverse engineering, digital archiving, quality control, and art preservation.
Its portability and ease of use make it an excellent tool for both beginners and professionals. It can scan objects with or without markers and supports texture capture for color-accurate models, especially when paired with an external RGB camera.
Best For:
- Scanning mechanical parts for reverse engineering
- Digitizing artwork, models, and sculptures
- Creating 3D assets for VR/AR and digital design
- Quality inspection and dimension validation
Laser Type: 100W CO₂ sealed tube
Work Area: 600 × 900 mm (approx.)
Materials (Cut/Engrave):
- Cutting: Wood, acrylic, paper, cardboard, leather, fabric, rubber, some plastics
- Engraving: Glass, anodized aluminum, coated metals, stone, ceramics
Precision: High-speed stepper motors with DSP control
Cooling System: Industrial water chiller required (included)
Software Compatibility: Works with LightBurn and RDWorks
The OMTech 100W CO₂ laser cutter is a powerful tool for high-speed precision cutting and engraving across a wide range of organic and non-metallic materials. With a large work area and a strong laser tube, it's ideal for producing signage, prototypes, architectural models, enclosures, and decorative items.
The machine supports both vector cutting and raster engraving, making it perfect for both functional and artistic applications. Safety features include an enclosed cabinet, keyed ignition, and emergency stop.
Best For:
- Rapid prototyping and model making
- Custom enclosures and instrument panels
- Artistic engraving on wood, glass, and stone
- Signage, stencils, and educational displaysCO₂
Extruders: Single extruder
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, flexible filaments (TPU)
Build Volume: 250 × 210 × 210 mm
Heated Bed: Yes
Open Source: Fully open hardware/software
The Prusa i3 MK3S is a reliable, high-precision FDM 3D printer ideal for everyday prototyping and functional part fabrication. Its single extruder setup supports a wide variety of standard materials, making it perfect for printing mechanical parts, scientific models, enclosures, and educational prototypes.
The MK3S includes advanced features like automatic bed leveling, filament runout detection, and power recovery after outages—ensuring prints are successful even during long sessions. Due to its open-source nature, it's also a great platform for students and researchers looking to learn about printer modification and 3D printing technology in depth.
Best For:
- Prototypes and mechanical parts
- Custom lab tools and adaptors
- Educational models
- Research applications with standard materials
1 Prusa XL (5 Extruder)
Extruders: 5 independent toolheads (multi-material/multi-color)
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, PC Blend, Nylon, flexible filaments (TPU), and more
Build Volume: 360 × 360 × 360 mm
Heated Bed: Modular heated bed with zoned heating
Special Features: Toolchanger system, CoreXY motion, load cell auto leveling
The Prusa XL is a professional-grade, large-format FDM 3D printer equipped with a powerful toolchanger system, allowing up to 5 different materials or colors in a single print. Its modular bed and rigid CoreXY frame provide high dimensional accuracy and speed, even for large and complex parts.
Designed for demanding applications, the XL excels in multi-material functional prototyping, support-heavy prints, and advanced projects that require soluble supports or hybrid materials. It's ideal for engineering models, educational kits, and visually striking scientific displays.
Best For:
- Multi-color or multi-material prints
- Large-format prototypes and mechanical assemblies
- Soluble support structures (e.g., BVOH, PVA)
- Advanced research applications requiring complex geometry or hybrid materials
1 Prusa Mini
Extruders: Single extruder
Materials: PLA, PETG, ABS, ASA, flexible filaments (TPU)
Build Volume: 180 × 180 × 180 mm
Heated Bed: Yes
Compact and Reliable: Ideal for smaller projects and tight workspaces
The Prusa Mini+ is a compact, user-friendly FDM 3D printer that delivers professional-quality prints in a small footprint. Despite its size, it offers many of the advanced features found in larger Prusa models—such as mesh bed leveling, power loss recovery, and network connectivity via Ethernet or USB.
Its single extruder supports a broad range of standard materials, making it a great choice for quick prototypes, small parts, and educational use. Perfect for newcomers to 3D printing as well as experienced users looking for a dependable secondary printer.
Best For:
- Small-scale prototyping and part testing
- Student projects and classroom use
- Custom lab accessories and adapters
- Learning and teaching the basics of 3D printing
1 CR-Scan Raptor
Scanner Type: Structured light (blue light) 3D scanner
Accuracy: Up to 0.02 mm
Scan Speed: Up to 60 fps
Scanning Range: Flexible – macro to medium objects
Color Capture: Full-color texture scanning with external RGB camera
Software: CR Studio (supports .obj, .stl, .ply exports)
The CR-Scan Raptor is a high-precision structured light 3D scanner designed for fast, accurate digitization of real-world objects. It captures fine surface details and geometry with up to 0.02 mm accuracy, making it suitable for reverse engineering, digital archiving, quality control, and art preservation.
Its portability and ease of use make it an excellent tool for both beginners and professionals. It can scan objects with or without markers and supports texture capture for color-accurate models, especially when paired with an external RGB camera.
Best For:
- Scanning mechanical parts for reverse engineering
- Digitizing artwork, models, and sculptures
- Creating 3D assets for VR/AR and digital design
- Quality inspection and dimension validation
Laser Type: 100W CO₂ sealed tube
Work Area: 600 × 900 mm (approx.)
Materials (Cut/Engrave):
- Cutting: Wood, acrylic, paper, cardboard, leather, fabric, rubber, some plastics
- Engraving: Glass, anodized aluminum, coated metals, stone, ceramics
Precision: High-speed stepper motors with DSP control
Cooling System: Industrial water chiller required (included)
Software Compatibility: Works with LightBurn and RDWorks
The OMTech 100W CO₂ laser cutter is a powerful tool for high-speed precision cutting and engraving across a wide range of organic and non-metallic materials. With a large work area and a strong laser tube, it's ideal for producing signage, prototypes, architectural models, enclosures, and decorative items.
The machine supports both vector cutting and raster engraving, making it perfect for both functional and artistic applications. Safety features include an enclosed cabinet, keyed ignition, and emergency stop.
Best For:
- Rapid prototyping and model making
- Custom enclosures and instrument panels
- Artistic engraving on wood, glass, and stone
- Signage, stencils, and educational displaysCO₂
