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THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX

Join us April 2-3 for Prototypical, a rapid-prototyping make-a-thon, to build fun cardboard and textile prototypes, make new friends, eat free food, collect swag, and win awesome prizes.

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ABOUT PROTOTYPICAL

We are all born with a fascination and excitment to imagine, design, and build the never-before-seen. Embrace your inner engineer and think outside the box for HexLab's premier rapid prototyping make-a-thon.

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MAKE SOMETHING YOU'LL LOVE

At Prototypical, we'll give you the tools, materials, workshops, and makerspaces you'll need to start making that special something.

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a QUICK Look at Prototypical 2021

Take a look at last year's Prototypical. (It'll be even more awesome this year!)

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1000+ cardboard boxes

200+ bánh mì sandwiches

40% female & non-binary attendees

21 attending majors

Two Tracks

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CARDBOARD

Participate in a Prototypical classic. Your task is to create an original prototype with nothing but adhesives and an unlimited supply of recycled cardboard.

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TEXTILES

Have you ever sewn your own backpack? Your task is to prototype a soft good or textile-based product with upcycled clothing and fabric.

Our Schedule

SAT - 4/2

5:00PM - 6:00PM

Check-In

5:30PM - 6:00PM

Opening Ceremony

6:00PM - 6:30PM

Ideation Workshop

7:00PM - 7:30PM

Featured Speaker

7:00PM - 8:00PM

Dinner

8:00PM - 8:45PM

Prototyping Workshops 1 + 2

9:00PM - 9:30PM

Workshop 3

SUN - 4/3

9:00AM - 10:00AM

Breakfast Refreshments

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Mini-Event + Small Snacks

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Lunch

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Presentation Workshop & Photo Booth

4:00PM - 5:00PM

Judging

6:00PM - 6:30PM

Closing Ceremony

6:30PM - 7:00PM

Expo + Surprise

Frequently Asked Questions

01.

What is Prototypical?

Prototypical is HexLab's newest rapid prototyping event for engineers and designers.

02.

When is Prototypical?

Saturday, April 2nd at 5PM to Sunday, April 3rd at 7PM

03.

Where is Prototypical?

Clough Undergraduate Learning Commons (CULC) - 266 4th St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313

04.

What happens at Prototypical?

Participants may attend workshops, join us for mini-events, and compete for prizes by creating original cardboard and soft goods prototypes.

05.

Can my project combine two tracks?

Your project should qualify for only one track. If you are uncertain about the eligibility of your project, you may ask an organizer for clarification.

06.

Are materials and supplies provided?

We will provide an appropriate “starter kit” toolbox for each team according to their preferred track. Teams participating in the cardbaord track will receive box cutters, x-acto knives, cutting mats, tape, and hot glue. Teams participating in the sewing track will receive sewing needles, thread, scissors, pins, buttons, zippers, fabric glue, and other common sewing tools. Although we will provide cardboard and cloth to all participants, we encourage participants to bring their own materials as well!

07.

Can we build our project at a makerspace?

We will be partnering with several on-campus makerspaces, where participants may use any machinery or supplies for their projects. However, access to these makerspaces will not be provided until Saturday, April 2 at 9AM. Despite this, we hope that participants utilize their provided toolkits and materials to begin ideation and iteration.

08.

When is the “prototyping period”?

You may begin prototyping Saturday, April 2 at 6:30PM after the opening ceremony. Prototyping concludes Sunday, April 3 at 4:00PM for judging.

09.

Will there be prizes?

Yes, there will be prizes for the top teams. We will also award a special prize for the mini-event winners.

10.

How many people are needed to form a team?

We accept teams of up to 4 people.

11.

Does it cost money to sign up?

No, this is a free event.

12.

Will there be swag?

All participants will receive swag while supplies last.

13.

Will there be food?

Yes, we will be serving food during the event.

14.

Can I attend virtually?

No, this is an in-person event.

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Register for Georgia Tech's premier rapid prototyping make-a-thon today!

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