MINT'oVation

Our project MINT’oVation aims to make basic knowledge as well as more complex theories of STEM accessible and easy to understand for everyone regardless of their previous knowledge.

We use an experimental education concept focusing on virtual, audiovisual and multimedia technologies to convey technical knowledge as easy and understandable as possible.

During this project we develop different structures and objects with the help of virtual and augmented (extended) reality. We are able to print the designed objects using additive manufacturing, a 3D-printing technique which we explain in our workshop, with our own 3D-printer at the university.

We also implement artifical intelligence in this process. By using text prompts such as metal-3D-print, media can be easily generated and 3D printing models for virtual learning are created based on simple photographs.

Here is an example of what ai prompts can easily generate:

The funding project is scheduled to run from 2024 to 2027, with the aim of integrating the formats we have developed into the university on a long-term basis and providing effective support to students throughout their studies. The project is co-financed by the European Social Fund Plus (ESF+).

The following objectives have been defined:

• Promoting interactive and inclusive learning experiences through AR and VR
• Visualising complex concepts in metal 3D printing
• Motivating young learners to engage with engineering, STEM subjects and 3D printing  technologies through immersive VR experiences
• Improving the accessibility of educational content through supplemented learning with accessible content
• Developing skills and problem-solving abilities through 3D modelling and tactile learning
• Fostering a creative and inclusive educational environment through additive manufacturing.

Further information can be found on the press announcement of the university.

grant number: 85063861

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