FUBAR Labs - Hackerspace in North Brunswick, NJ

Curious tinkerers, code-slingers, hardware hackers, and first-timers are all welcome at our weekly Sunday Open Hack! Swing by our space with areas for community, 3D Printing, Laser Cutting, CNC, Metal Shop, and Woodshop makerspace at 1510b Jersey Ave, North Brunswick, NJ to:

• 💡 Build & Break Stuff – Fire up the laser cutters, 3-D printers, CNCs, soldering irons, and get hands-on help from seasoned members.
• 🤖 Show & Tell – Share in-progress robots, IoT projects, art pieces, or code experiments and get instant feedback.
• 🛠️ Learn Something New – Throughout the day, people share knowledge on topics such as Fusion 360 tips, Arduino, ESP32 hacking, KiCad PCB layout, AI image tools, and more.
• 🤝 Join Our Community – swap ideas, and find collaborators for the next cool build.

> First Sunday of every month (1:30pm – 4:30 PM)
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### Beginner CAD in Onshape: Design From Zero to Your First Real Part

Curious about 3D design but not sure where to start? This hands-on beginner class is built for people who have never designed anything before and want a clear, friendly introduction to CAD (Computer Aided Design). We’ll use Onshape, a modern, browser-based CAD program that runs on most computers—no special software install required.
You’ll learn the core building blocks used in real-world product design and fabrication, including how to create sketches, apply dimensions and constraints, and turn those sketches into 3D parts. Along the way we’ll cover the “why” behind good modeling habits so your designs are easier to edit, reuse, and improve.
A highlight of the class is a practical reverse engineering exercise: We’ll be modeling a simple 1-2-3 block to learn how designers translate real-world dimensions into accurate digital models—an essential skill for 3D printing, woodworking, CNC, and general making.

#### What you’ll learn

· How CAD works and how to think like a designer
· Onshape basics: navigation, planes, sketches, and features
· Sketch constraints & dimensions (the secret to clean, predictable models)
· Creating 3D geometry: extrude, cut, fillet/chamfer, hole tools
· Best practices for creating models that are easy to modify
· Exporting your design for 3D printing or sharing

#### What you’ll make

By the end of the session, you’ll have a finished 3D model (based on a real object) and the confidence to start designing your own parts.

#### Who this is for

· Total beginners—no CAD, engineering, or design background needed
· Makers, 3D printing enthusiasts, hobbyists, and anyone who wants to learn a useful new skill

#### What to bring

· A laptop (Windows, Mac, or Chromebook recommended) with a modern web browser
· Open a free account with Onshape
· A mouse is strongly recommended for easier CAD navigation
If you’ve been wanting to learn CAD but felt intimidated, this is the perfect place to start—come build something real and leave with a skill you can keep using.

We are now in our new space at 1510 Jersey Ave. Drop by to see the new space, help out or just to say hi. The first open hack of the month is our monthly member meeting. All are welcome, but we do have a meeting and presentation from 8 - 9 PM