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Library MakerSpace

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(405) 325-3341
morgan.kegin@ou.edu
Bizzell Memorial Library, Room 126
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The Library MakerSpace is a flexible experimentation and innovation space that provides access to the latest tools used in research, instruction and knowledge creation, including 3D Printing tools, a virtual reality workstation, and 3D scanning equipment. The Library MakerSpace can be found on the main floor of the Bizzell Memorial Library in Room 126.

All the resources of the Library MakerSpace are available to the OU community. Please note that printing requests will only be taken in person, not via email or over the phone.  

Contact Makerspace Supervisor, Morgan Kegin, for more information. 

Resources and Services Available

  • 3D printing
  • 3D scanning
  • Virtual reality
  • Wi-Fi access

Featured Services

3D Printing

Come to the Library MakerSpace to get your objects 3D printed. Don't know what to print? You can go online and find a model on Thingiverse or Printables. You can also make your own models on SketchUp or Tinkercad. The MakerSpace allows personal, classwork, and research prints, meaning you can print anything from a prosthetic hand to action figures.

In addition to the MakerSpace 3D printing services, OU Libraries also offers Research 3D Printing services to support campus research and student success. Prints that meet the criteria can be made using fused deposition modeling (FDM) and resin materials. Visit the Research 3D Printing page to learn more and request a consultation.

All 3D print requests at OU Libraries are subject to the 3D Printing Policy.

Virtual Reality

Virtual reality headsets allow non-technical users to analyze and manipulate 3D models in a virtual reality. OU Libraries leads the University of Oklahoma and the nation in integrating virtual reality into scholarly activities. Moreover, our community - including faculty, staff, students, and the public – has access to the latest virtual reality hardware and software across multiple campus locations.

3D Scanning

Come to the Library MakerSpace to learn the basics of scanning objects into 3D. Come and scan an artifact, your backpack, or even your roommate in a matter of minutes.

3D printers are set up in a row on a workbench. In the forefront is a close-up of a 3D printer producing white OU plastic logos. A person is working in the background, focusing on the task, creating a tech-savvy atmosphere.
A smiling OU Libraries employee stands beside shelves with colorful 3D printed models and filament spools. The atmosphere is creative and vibrant.
A person wearing a VR headset and holding controllers in both hands engages with virtual reality in a room. A monitor shows virtual hands, suggesting immersion.

FAQ

We exclusively use Polylactic acid (PLA) filament which we provide for prints. PLA is not food safe or aquatic safe. We do not accept filament donations.

We use Prusa i3 MK3S+ 3D printers at the MakerSpace.

The printers' build volume is Length: 8.3" Width: 8.3" Height: 9.84"

We recommend a minimum of 2 weeks in advance in case of failures and/or requests for design changes.

No, printer operation is only permitted for employees of the MakerSpace. For personal use of 3D printers, please contact the Tom Love Innovation Hub for more information.

We will only accept prints under 12 hours, or with special permission, under 20 hours. Academic projects over 20 hours should contact Research 3D printing for a consultation.

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