Nearly $4M of this award goes directly to transforming NIS into a vibrant hub for anyone building, researching, prototyping, or programming the machines of the future - at any skill level. This means bringing cutting edge tech normally reserved for far-flung labs and putting it straight into member's hands. Classes are hosted regularly on advanced skills at all age and experience levels, from middle school to post-doc.
Four new staff
TRAVIS RAY
EMBEDDED SYSTEMS
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
JOHN STROPE
ROBOTIC PROTOTYPING
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
ISAAC REGIER
AUTOMATION
PROGRAM COORDINATOR
ELIJAH PAULSON
STUDIO MACHINIST
SPECIALIST
FLAGSHIP PROGRAMS
Focus areas in drone flight, robotic welding, machinist fabrication, and collaborative robotics ensure that our programs will remain relevant to the needs of tomorrow's workforce.
Universal Robot Arms
Master the robotics and automation tools of the future! Universal Robots’ CORE Certification curriculum offers a comprehensive three-day program building skills in robot programming and operation.
Drone Pilot Training
Ready for take-off! This 2-day comprehensive course will prepare you for the FAA Aeronautical Knowledge Test. Also known as the Part 107 exam, this is the required starting point for anyone planning to fly drones commercially.
Cobot Welding
Master Vectis Automation's Collaborative Robot Welding Cell starting from any skill level, covering topics likeplanning efficient welding tasks, designing effective fixtures, managing labor, and ensuring high-quality welds.
Machinist Consultations
NIS Members can work one-on-one with NIS Staff to overcome fabrication challenges with any of the studio's advanced machines and equipment. With experience in multiple fabrication disciplines, any project can be brought from concept to reality.
UPCOMING EVENTS
PLUGGING IN THE HEARTLAND
THE NIS ROBOTICS SPEAKER SERIES
A monthly, public event
Our Robotics Speakers series is designed to bring together the brightest minds in robotics with the unique technical capabilities NIS and its members have to offer. Featuring leading researchers, DIY Inventors, Engineers, Artists, and more - each monthly talk helps ignite a spark of Innovation in the Heartland.
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Contact the Robotics Team to learn more about upcoming offerings, ask equipment questions, or request consultation.
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