student-managed makerspaces where students can
gather to explore, experiment, tinker, fail and retry
using a variety of tools and equipment to translate
concepts into tangible prototypes/products.
students engage in a dynamic learning environment
where they learn from each other, gaining valuable
insights and expertise.
state-of-the-art workstations featuring a
comprehensive range of electrical and mechanical
tools. Notably, these labs are equipped with advanced
technologies such as laser cutting and engraving
machines, 3D printers, and fabrication facilities.
Tinkerers’ Lab embraces a learn-by-doing philosophy and strives to redefine STEM education in India. We strongly believe in nurturing gifted students and faculty makers, empowering them to become the future generation of talented technologists and inventive engineers responsive to solving relevant “real world” problems.
Mission
Our mission is to establish cutting-edge, student-managed maker spaces that offer students and faculty unparalleled opportunities to engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, fostering the development of practical skills. Through these immersive experiences, we aim to cultivate an inventive and innovative mindset, empowering them to push the boundaries of creativity and problem-solving.
Our Footprint
24/7
Student managed labs
Tinkerers’ Labs
11
Square Foot equipped with top-notch equipment
20000
Student users per week
1500
Student projects underway in 2023
2000
Our Labs
IIT Bombay
With 400+ projects and 1800+ course projects, inaugurated in 2014,Tinkerers’ Laboratory at IIT Bombay, is a solely student-run lab under the guidance of Prof. Ramesh Singh and Prof. Siddharth Tallur.
IIT Gandhinagar
Fifteen percent of the Institute’s population using this lab, set up in 2018 with the aim of ideating,innovating and creating. This lab is managed by the students under the guidance of Prof. Madhu Vadali.
IIT Jammu
Inaugurated in 2022, located at an optimum distance of 170m from student hostels, IIT Jammu’s Tinkerers’ Lab is managed under the guidance of faculty Prof. Rakesh Singhai and Prof Ankit Dubey.
IIT Hyderabad
For tinkering and skill building activities, with a space of 1600 sq. ft was inaugurated in 2018. The lab is run under the guidance of Prof. Sushmee Badhulika and Vishwanath Chinthapenta.
Nirma University
Dr. Hemant Kanakia, the founder of MBF, inaugurated the Tinkerers’ Lab in 2022 at Nirma University. The student managers run this lab under the guidance of Prof. Mehul Naik.
Student Projects
Engineering Excellence through Hands-On Projects
Projects at Tinkerers’ Lab are driven by student initiative, allowing a wide range of possibilities. From unraveling the inner workings of a gadget through disassembly to undertaking multi semester complex projects, students have the freedom to pursue their passions and delve into real-world engineering challenges.
Our collaborative environment fosters the formation of organic project groups. Whether it’s an individual student working on a small-scale endeavor or a diverse team of 10-15 students from different disciplines, they all have access to our facility and its resources.
MESHMERIZE
The MESHMERIZE project aims to create a maze-solving robot that combines efficiency and intelligence. The MESHMERIZE robot uses advanced sensors and algorithms to accurately navigate intricate mazes, ensuring precise movement and conserving energy. This innovative project has potential applications in warehouse automation, indoor mapping, and educational platforms, inspiring students in robotics.
Boeing Aeromodelling
The Boeing Aeromodelling project aims to create a cost-effective RC plane for aerial operations, enabling efficient and affordable payload transportation and delivery. This advanced technology is designed for aerial photography, surveying, search and rescue operations, and humanitarian aid deliveries, demonstrating the potential for affordable and versatile solutions in various industries.
Summer projects – TL IITB
Here is a collection of summer projects made by IIT Bombay students using their TL facility. These projects cover a wide range of sectors from home automation to mobility. Checkout this aftermovie to learn more.
The Boeing Aeromodelling project aims to create a cost-effective RC plane for aerial operations, enabling efficient and affordable payload transportation and delivery. This advanced technology is designed for aerial photography, surveying, search and rescue operations, and humanitarian aid deliveries, demonstrating the potential for affordable and versatile solutions in various industries.
History
The alumni of IIT Bombay, graduating class of 1975, recognized the need for a dedicated space that would inspire creativity, provide round-the-clock access to resources, promote learning, and foster a strong sense of community among the students of IIT Bombay. In 2014, they initiated the establishment of the first Tinkerers’ Lab (TL) as a legacy project within IIT Bombay, occupying an area of 750 square feet.
In 2019, a group of alumni from the class of 1975 came together to form the Maker Bhavan Foundation. They strongly believed in the concept of tinkering, which embraces a learn-by-doing philosophy and aims to push the boundaries of India’s education system. Their vision was to extend this concept to other educational institutes across the country. They aimed to nurture engineers and technologists who could effortlessly traverse the twin world of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practice.
To achieve this goal, the Maker Bhavan Foundation funded dedicated labs that aimed to cultivate an innovative mindset among students. These labs aimed to encourage students to tackle real-world problems and to invent the future by solving problems that are yet to be imagined with technology yet to be discovered.
OUR PARTNERS
Empowering Youth through Partnership
At Tinkerers’ Lab, we strongly believe that partnerships create lasting impact on students’ learning outcomes and future employability. We extend our gratitude to our ever-growing community of partners, whose support allows us to make an even bigger impact. Together, we can ensure that our mission and journey leave a lasting influence on the lives of countless students.
