Using the metalworking lab, students were able to fabricate the car’s chassis from the ground up. With access to equipment like the horizontal bandsaw, drill press, welding tools, and metalworking hand tools, the team transformed their digital designs into a physical frame, one of the most critical elements of the car.

Just as important as the tools was the training behind them.

OriginLabs Shop Manager Jose Nunez worked directly with more than 10 students, providing hands-on instruction to ensure they could safely and effectively use the equipment. For many, it was their first time working in a metal fabrication environment, turning the build process into a valuable learning experience.

Access to the space played a major role in making the project possible. Through free student memberships funded by the University Fee Board, every team member had the opportunity to use the space. Combined with OriginLabs’ flexible hours, students were able to work around classes and other commitments, keeping progress moving on a project that evolves over months.

OriginLabs isn’t just a workspace, it’s a resource that supports collaboration, iteration, and real-world application. For a team like NMS, that means having the ability to design, build, and refine a new chassis each year, learning from past iterations and improving performance over time.

By providing the tools, training, and access students need, OriginLabs helps turn ambitious ideas into tangible outcomes—supporting projects that extend far beyond the classroom and onto a global stage.

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A special thank you to Ryan Copeland, Mechanical Engineering, Barrett Lhamon, Mechanical Engineering, and Nyle Shoheiber, Mechanical Engineering for sharing their experience at OriginLabs.

Reach out today to see how OriginLabs can support your project.