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SESSION 2

Digital technologies for rapid prototyping: From Idea to Prototype

In this session, participants navigated a broad spectrum of digital competencies that are essential to driving innovation and inclusion in rural communities. The session showcased how digital tools, rapid prototyping, and collaborative methodologies come together to address real-world challenges, bridging the digital divide through hands-on learning and community engagement.

  • Understanding Digital Prototyping – Learn the basics of 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting for rapid innovation.

  • AI-Assisted Design – Explore how AI tools can enhance the design and fabrication process.

  • Hands-On Prototyping – Apply digital fabrication techniques to create real prototypes addressing local challenges.

  • Bridging the Digital Divide – Understand the role of prototyping in fostering inclusion and educational opportunities in rural areas.

  • From Concept to Prototype – Develop problem-solving skills through an iterative design approach.

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Session 2 - 04/03/2025

Task 2

Prototype a solution to a challenge you have identified in your local community

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In this task, repeat the process by focusing on a local challenge in your rural community. Think about reallife issues that elderly people, youth, or women face due to the digital divide. Identify a specific problem, brainstorm how digital technologies and rapid prototyping could help, and develop a simple prototype using 2D or 3D tools.