https://www.rockfordmakerspace.com/events Rockford MakerSpace, Inc. upcoming events Rockford MakerSpace, Inc. Wild Apricot - membership management software and more en Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:40:32 GMT Mon, 20 Jul 2026 23:40:32 GMT Wed, 05 Aug 2026 23:00:00 GMT <p><strong>This event is presented by FLYT2290, our resident FIRST FRC High School Robotics Team. For information and registration code visit&nbsp;<a href="https://www.flyt2290.com/connect/workshops/">Workshops – FLYT 2290</a></strong></p> <p><strong>From the Machine Shop to the Robot</strong></p> <p>CNC machining is used to make precise parts for industries including aerospace, automotive, medical devices, advanced manufacturing, and robotics.</p> <p>FLYT 2290 uses the same technology to build our competition robot.</p> <p>This season, our students CNC machined aluminum and polycarbonate parts for the robot’s intake, shooter, turret, protective walls, and other components.</p> <p>At the workshop, you’ll see how a design on a computer becomes a finished part and how those same skills are used to build a competition robot.</p> <p><strong>What You'll Do</strong></p> <ul> <li>Learn how CNC machines turn digital designs into real parts</li> <li>See how CNC machining is used in advanced manufacturing and engineering</li> <li>Operate a CNC machine under direct supervision</li> <li>Machine your own aluminum part</li> <li>Meet FLYT 2290 students and mentors</li> <li>See our 120-pound competition robot up-close</li> </ul> <p><br></p> https://rockfordmakerspace.wildapricot.org/event-6768161 https://rockfordmakerspace.wildapricot.org/event-6768161