Based out of the UK, MakerClub wants to introduce 3D printed robotics to schools. The startup makes kits that are classroom-friendly and are designed to teach young people about 3D printing.
MakerClub sells student kits intended to introduce high-tech inventing to the curriculum. These kits contain components such as servo motors, wirings and Arduino chipsets. The 3D printing parts and files can be downloaded from the MakerClub online community. If you don't have access to a printer, crowdsourcing options through the company means you can have parts printed for you for a fee.
In addition to 3D printed robotics, the new venture is developing MakerConnect: a smartphone app-connected Bluetooth chip that enables universal gadget control. The app will also have robot controls that are easy to use and will function for all MakerClub projects.
What Makes This Trend Stand Out
- Classroom-friendly 3D Printing Kits
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for startups to create and sell classroom-friendly 3D printing kits that introduce high-tech inventing to the curriculum.
- Crowdsourcing of 3D Printed Parts
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for startups to offer crowdsourcing services for 3D printed parts needed for educational projects.
- Makerconnect App for Gadget Control
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for app development startups to create an app similar to MakerClub's MakerConnect that enables universal gadget control and easy-to-use robot controls for all maker projects.
Sectors Adopting This
- Education Technology (edtech)
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for EdTech startups to develop and market innovative tools that enable high-tech inventing in the classroom, such as MakerClub's 3D printing kits.
- Crowdsourcing
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for crowdsourcing startups to offer services for 3D printed parts needed for educational projects, similar to MakerClub's crowdsource printing service.
- App Development
- There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for app development startups to create an app similar to MakerClub's MakerConnect app that enables universal gadget control and easy-to-use robot controls for all maker projects.
