In less than a lifetime, we went from computers that filled an entire room to devices that fit in our pockets. While 'pocket-sized devices' may conjure images of modern smartphones, what I’m really talking about are single-board computers better known as...
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Custom Crating by Root3 Labs
Let's talk logistics! It's not often the most obvious element of running a business, but the logistics behind getting projects ready to ship can be critical. Something as simple as boxing up a piece of equipment may require careful deliberation and precise execution...
Innovation Through Collaboration
In the realm of technological innovation, collaborations often hold the key to unlocking new possibilities. For fellow entrepreneurs in the technology corridor, collaborative partnerships with more established entities can help propel you to the next level. The...
Maryland Tech Council’s Meet the Member Event, Hosted by Root3 Labs!
Last week's Meet the Member event organized by the Maryland Tech Council was a huge success! The event was attended by over 60 tech enthusiasts, industry experts, and budding entrepreneurs! Attendees got to meet and engage with five of Root3 Labs' spotlighted clients,...
Ukulele Stand for Music Class
Sr. Mechanical Engineer Christina Krueger builds a ukulele stand for a music classroom.
How to Get Started Powder Coating
We got started powder coating metal parts a few years ago and were surprised to learn it isn't hard, it isn't expensive, and it can be preferred to painting for a few reasons. Here, we'll describe the process and demonstrate on the after-market cast-iron differential...
What Do These Engineer Abbreviations Mean?
PE. MSE. MTE. It's like alphabet soup behind our names. Each of these engineer abbreviations of academic and professional credentials reflect our passion for engineering, so we're proud to highlight them here!PE (Professional Engineer) is a qualification license...
10 Questions with Root3 Labs – Christina Krueger
This month’s edition of ’10 Questions with Root3 Labs’ features Mechanical Engineer and dog mom Christina Krueger.
10 Questions with Root3 Labs – Conrad Laskowski
Continuing our ’10 questions with Root3 Labs’ series, next up is Sr. Mechanical Engineer Conrad Laskowski, who has been with the company since the very beginning.
10 Questions with Root3 Labs – Todd Murphy
The First edition of ’10 Questions with Root3 Labs’ features Innovation Strategist and Sr. Mechanical Engineer, Todd Murphy, as he takes some time to share a little about his career and advice for future engineers.
Nitinol Cookout
Conrad reviews shape-memory alloy properties and shares a Root3 Labs hack on how to heat-set Nitinol parts at a low cost.
Pumpkin Power! How to build a Self-Powered Illuminated Pumpkin
By Dionna Moore Want to leverage your pumpkin’s untapped potential? Root3 Labs has created an easy guide to help you build your own self-powered illuminated pumpkin. Need: A pumpkin that can illuminate itself without a candle or an external power source....