BEND
BEND brings sheet metal bending technology to students and makers.
Piston depth & backstop position digital readouts
Angular & positional tolerances on par with industry standards
Low user effort & high throughput with minimal training
Software package accounts for spring back
System fits comfortably on standard workbench
Bends up to 0.25” steel
Customizable tooling
User Interaction
Awards:
Francis G. Tatnall Prize for an outstanding project showing ingenuity, proficiency and usefulness
Philadelphia ASME Engineering Slam Winner
Berkman Opportunity Fund Grant.
Team Members: Kathie Jin, Lili Stoesser, Kelly Babitz, Chris Valencia