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Our prototyping Space X-FAB
X-FAB is the Ecole Polytechnique's prototyping space. It is a bridge between Education, Research and Entrepreneurship with 1000 m² for prototyping with about fifty advanced tools.

It meets the needs of companies, project leaders, researchers and awaken vocations in students.
From the concept to the product, a personalized accompaniment to your entrepreneurial projects:
- A multidisciplinary team (engineer, designer, technician) welcomes you in 1000 m² of multi-expertise spaces
- Training in the use of software and machines for design and prototyping
- Access to machines
- Support and networking
High-tech equipment with multiple opportunities:
- Modeling: CAD/CAM stations, 3D scanner
- Additive manufacturing: 3D FDM/SLA printers
- Subtractive manufacturing: laser cutting/engraving, waterjet cutting, digital and manual machining
- Plastic transformation: thermoforming machine
- Finishing: sandblasting cabinet, vibrating barrel, lapidary
- Various hand and power tool
A unique place for a very diversified public:
- Students and researchers of the IP Paris network
- Companies: startups - SMEs - Corporates
- Research institutes / Laboratories outside the IP Paris network
- Project support structures
Access conditions to X-FAB:
- Free and open access to students and researchers of the IP Paris network
- Access under conditions to all other public