Innovation Studio

Creative Technologies

Industry-engagement and our strong maker culture puts collaboration at the heart of everything we do.

The Innovation Studio operates as a lab for creative industries, featuring state-of-the-art digital and physical manufacturing technologies.

Explore the facilities and manufacturing tools that the Innovation Studio has to offer below.

We've a range of advanced manufacturing machines, including a CNC router and both 3-axis and 5-axis milling machines.

We've equipment to 3D print both rapid and functional prototypes in a variety of materials, including nylon, carbon fibre, Kevlar, and more.

We have a FARO Focus Premium Laser Scanner available for 3D scanning, producing fast and accurate 3D renders.

We've a range of digital fabrication equipment, including laser and waterjet cutters for cutting, marking, and engraving.

In our digital textiles and fashion suite we've a range of printers for both synthetic and natural fabrics, a digital loom and body scanner.

We have an extensive and regularly updated materials library, including plastics, wood, metals, and ceramics, as well as testing machines.

We've a range of resources for Virtual Reality, including VR headsets and cameras, and equipment for projection mapping and lighting.

Explore the Innovation Studio

The Innovation Studio operates as a lab for creative technologies, a nucleus for start-ups and enterprises and an industry engagement hub.

A series of workshops and lectures for industry professionals to develop innovation and creative capabilities.

Take a look at some of our recent collaborative projects with external partners and businesses

Our Associate Programme offers membership of our Innovation Studio to regional businesses seeking research and development support.

A Residency at AUB's Innovation Studio gives you and your business the chance to connect and collaborate in our co-working space.