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BENTEH STEAM 🌟 Welcome to the Benteh S.T.E.A.M. Academy! 🌟
Benteh STEAM Academy, an initiative of Knik Tribe, is a hands-on learning space rooted in Indigenous values and located in Wasilla, Alaska. We connect cultural knowledge with science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics to help prepare Alaska’s youth to create, lead, and build sustainable solutions for the future.
Watch our welcome video to get acquainted with Benteh STEAM Academy, then explore our growing video library featuring Cultural STEAM lessons, instructor highlights, digital design tutorials, student projects, 3D printer and laser equipment maintenance, and more.
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Email STEAM@KnikTribe.org
Cultural STEAM Videos Cultural STEAM Lessons is a collection of educational videos that brings together Indigenous knowledge, cultural teachings, hands-on activities, and STEAM learning for students and instructors alike. Each lesson provides practical demonstrations and adaptable ideas for bringing culturally grounded learning into classrooms, camps, and community programs.
3D Printed Net Mender | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Benteh STEAM Academy project, Sandy Bair demonstrates how Tinkercad can be used to design custom 3D printed net mending needles. This project brings together digital design, 3D printing, problem-solving, and practical toolmaking connected to real-world subsistence and cultural skills.
Students explore how modern STEAM technology can support traditional practices by creating useful, hands-on tools from concept to finished print.
3D Printed Devil's Club Picker | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Benteh STEAM Academy project, Sandy Bair uses digital design and 3D printing to create custom Devil’s Club pickers. This hands-on project connects STEAM skills with practical toolmaking, problem-solving, and respectful harvesting practices.
Students explore how modern technology can support cultural knowledge and land-based learning by designing useful tools from concept to finished print.
3D Printed Stitch Helper | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub project, participants designed and created a custom 3D printed stitch helper to support sewing and textile work. By combining digital design, 3D printing, and practical craftsmanship, this project demonstrates how modern fabrication tools can create simple solutions for everyday tasks.
This project highlights the connection between STEAM, creativity, and traditional skills while encouraging innovation through hands-on design and problem-solving.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
3D Printed Birch Tap | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub project, Sandy Bair demonstrates a custom 3D printed birch tap that she designed in Tinkercad. From digital modeling to a finished functional tool, this project showcases how accessible design software and 3D printing can support practical, land-based applications.
By combining modern fabrication technology with traditional harvesting practices, this project highlights the power of STEAM to inspire innovation while honoring cultural knowledge and place-based learning.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy and Alaska STEAM Hub programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
3D Printed Birch Bark Peeler | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub project, Sandy Bair demonstrates a custom 3D printed birch bark peeler that she designed in Tinkercad and shares how the tool can be used during the birch bark harvesting process. This project combines digital design, 3D printing, and hands-on learning to show how modern STEAM tools can support traditional, land-based practices.
By blending innovation with cultural knowledge, this project highlights how technology can be used to create practical tools while fostering respect for sustainable harvesting, craftsmanship, and place-based learning.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy and Alaska STEAM Hub programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
Dredges in Nome | Alaska STEAM Hub |
Trains to Nowhere | Alaska STEAM Hub |
History of Nome | Alaska STEAM Hub | Exploring Nome, Alaska with Sandy Bair 🐾❄️
Join Sandy Bair as she shares the rich history of Nome, Alaska—bringing stories of the land, people, and past to life. In this video, Sandy guides us through the history of Nome, offering insight into the events, experiences, and resilience that have shaped the community over time. Through storytelling and reflection, we’re invited to learn, listen, and connect more deeply with Alaska’s history.
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🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
3D Printed House | Alaska STEAM Hub | 3D Printed Homes in Nome, Alaska with Monica 🏠✨
Join Monica as she explores an innovative 3D printed house in Nome, Alaska, and what it could mean for the future of building in our communities. In this video, she takes a closer look at how 3D printing works and shares some fun facts about this growing technology. From design to construction, discover how creativity and engineering come together to reimagine what’s possible.
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🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
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Educator Learning & Highlights Teacher Learning & Highlights is a collection of videos designed to support educators through practical demonstrations, classroom-ready strategies, professional learning, and peer-led instruction. The playlist also celebrates teachers who bring creativity, cultural knowledge, and hands-on STEAM learning to students and communities.
STEAM Educator Learning & Highlights
3D Printed Historic Subterranean House | Alaska Steam Hub
My Phone, My Values | Alaska Steam Hub
Indigenous Names of Subsistence Animals | Alaska Steam Hub
Custom Ulu Holder (CNC Machine) | Alaska Steam Hub
Connecting Formline Art To Their Place | Alaska STEAM Hub | Teacher Week In this Alaska STEAM Hub Teacher Week project, educators explored how Formline art can connect students to place, culture, design, and storytelling. Through hands-on learning, participants examined how traditional art forms can support place-based STEAM education in meaningful and creative ways.
This project highlights the power of connecting cultural knowledge, visual design, and classroom learning to help students see themselves, their communities, and their surroundings reflected in STEAM.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
3D Design For Hunting Tools | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub project, participants explored how 3D design can be used to create practical hunting-related tools and accessories. Through digital modeling, problem-solving, and hands-on design, learners connected modern STEAM technology with land-based skills, cultural knowledge, and real-world applications.
This project highlights how innovation, design thinking, and traditional practices can work together to support meaningful, place-based learning.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
Yupik World View Wall | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub project, teachers share their proposal for a student-led permanent installation inspired by Yup’ik values and worldview. The project brings together CNC fabrication, digital design, visual art, cultural learning, and student voice to create a meaningful piece rooted in identity, place, and community.
This project highlights how STEAM can support cultural expression, hands-on craftsmanship, and lasting student-created work that honors traditional knowledge through modern fabrication tools.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
3D Printed First Catch | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub project, participants designed and created a 3D printed piece honoring their first catch. Each project incorporated a visual representation of the catch along with both Native and English names, connecting digital design, personal storytelling, cultural identity, and hands-on fabrication.
This project highlights how STEAM tools like 3D printing can support meaningful cultural expression, place-based learning, and the celebration of important milestones through student-created design.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
Tools of the Land | Alaska STEAM Hub In this Alaska STEAM Hub Teacher Week feature, a guest teacher shares the curriculum she designed for Tools of the Land. Her project connects STEAM learning with land-based knowledge, cultural understanding, tool design, and hands-on classroom application.
This curriculum highlights how educators can bring together traditional knowledge, practical skills, and modern STEAM tools to create meaningful learning experiences rooted in place, community, and culture.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
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Student Projects & Highlights Student Projects & Highlights showcases the creativity, curiosity, and technical skills Benteh STEAM students bring to hands-on learning. From original designs and cultural projects to new technologies and real-world problem-solving, these videos celebrate young people learning by doing and turning ideas into something tangible.
Student Projects & Highlights
Cool Things Kids Are Doing | Virginia | Alaska STEAM Hub Meet Virginia in another edition of **Cool Things Kids Are Doing** from Alaska STEAM Hub!
In this student spotlight, Virginia showcases a custom nutcracker designed in Tinkercad, demonstrating creativity, problem-solving, and the power of digital design.
From concept to 3D-printed creation, this project highlights how students use STEAM tools to transform ideas into functional, real-world solutions while building confidence in engineering, design, and innovation.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy and Alaska STEAM Hub programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
Cool Things Kids Are Doing | Logan | Alaska STEAM Hub
2025 Winter Break Camp Recap! ❄️ Winter Break at Benteh STEAM Academy was packed with creativity, culture, and hands-on innovation!
During our 2025 Winter Break Camp, students explored technology, design, and traditional artistry through a wide range of activities across campus. From building their own computers and crafting laser-cut dog sleds to designing silverberry earrings and competing in E-Sports challenges, every day offered new opportunities to learn, create, and collaborate.
Students also connected with cultural STEAM experiences by creating seal skin medallions, assembling pom-pom garlands, crafting laser-cut ornaments, and learning about traditional seal oil lamps — blending modern tools with ancestral knowledge in meaningful ways. Tabletop gaming and group challenges encouraged teamwork, strategy, and community building throughout the week.
At Benteh STEAM Academy, learning goes beyond the classroom — empowering students to build skills, explore identity, and imagine their futures with confidence!
Want to learn more about how you can do cool stuff at the Benteh STEAM Academy?
📧 STEAM@KnikTribe.org
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Benteh STEAM Summer Camp 2025 | Innovation, Culture, and Adventure in Alaska From the workshop to the wilderness—Benteh STEAM Summer Camp 2025 had it all! Students built longboards, crafted salmon leather, sewed and processed traditional foods, explored sustainable harvesting, and designed for the future with web design, flight simulators, heavy equipment, robotics, drones, laser cutting, and 3D printing!
Hands-on learning, creative expression, and cultural connection—all in one unforgettable summer!
Want to learn more about Benteh STEAM Academy or get your school involved?
📧 Email: STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 Call: 907-671-6651
🌐 Visit: BentehSTEAMAcademy.org
Claymation Test | Benteh STEAM After School: Art to Action! A quick look behind the scenes at Benteh STEAM’s *Art to Action* after-school program! Students experiment with claymation techniques—bringing their stories and characters to life frame by frame in this fun stop-motion test.
Creativity in motion, where art meets innovation.
Want to learn more about Benteh STEAM Academy or get your school involved?
📧 Email: STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 Call: 907-671-6651
🌐 Visit: BentehSTEAMAcademy.org
Solving Real Problems with 3D Design | ASH Team in Naknek, Alaska The ASH Team travels to Naknek, Alaska—home of the Angels 🪽—to explore practical design and problem-solving with Tinkercad and Bambu 3D Printers. Students created real-world solutions like dirt bike phone mounts, sports jewelry holders, and organizers for daily life. These are powerful skills and tools—especially in rural Alaska!
Want to learn more about the ASH Program or get your school involved?
📧 Email: ASHTeam@KnikTribe.org
📞 Call: 907-671-6651
🌐 Visit: BentehSTEAMAcademy.org
#BentehSTEAM #ASHTeam #3DPrinting #Tinkercad #BambuLab #ProblemSolving #RuralAlaska #STEAMEducation #IndigenousSTEAM #AlaskaInnovation
STEAM Student Studio | Stop-Motion Animation | ASH Creativity in Action Step inside the STEAM Student Studio to see a student-made paper stop-motion animation—created, filmed, and edited from start to finish! Watch as creativity comes to life frame by frame, and pick up some tips and tricks for making your own awesome stop-motion creations at home!
Hands-on storytelling powered by imagination and innovation 🎨
Want to learn more about the ASH Program or get your school involved?
📧 Email: ASHTeam@KnikTribe.org
📞 Call: 907-671-6651
🌐 Visit: BentehSTEAMAcademy.org
#BentehSTEAM #ASHTeam #StopMotion #Animation #StudentProjects #CreativeLearning #AlaskaSTEAM #IndigenousSTEAM #Storytelling #STEAMEducation
From Sea to Table | Benteh STEAM Subsistence Field Trip to Kenai, Alaska Benteh STEAM students travel to Kenai, Alaska, to learn the traditional art and science of subsistence fishing. Together, they dip net for Sockeye Salmon—harvesting sustainably for our community and Elders while learning every step from sea to table.
Through hands-on experience, students discover what it means to be good stewards of the land and waters that sustain us.
Want to learn more about Benteh STEAM Academy or get your school involved?
📧 Email: STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 Call: 907-671-6651
🌐 Visit: BentehSTEAMAcademy.org
#BentehSTEAM #SubsistenceFishing #KenaiAlaska #SockeyeSalmon #AlaskaSTEAM #IndigenousSTEAM #Stewardship #LandBasedLearning #CulturalEducation #Sustainability
Shadow Puppet Animation | ASH Student Studio Showcase Step into the ASH Student Studio to experience a student-made shadow puppet animation—complete with an original story and a behind-the-scenes look at how it all came together! From storyboarding to lighting and motion, students explore the art of storytelling through light and shadow.
Where imagination takes shape through hands-on creativity.
Want to learn more about the ASH Program or get your school involved?
📧 Email: ASHTeam@KnikTribe.org
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Nerdy News! Nerdy News! makes STEAM fun with quick, engaging videos that explore fascinating ideas, creative projects, emerging technology, and the wonderfully weird side of science. Designed to spark curiosity in students and educators alike, each episode proves that learning can be smart, hands-on, and seriously entertaining.
Nerdy News: Episode 10 | Alaska STEAM Hub |
Nerdy News: Episode 11 | Alaska STEAM Hub |
Nerdy News: Episode 9 | Alaska STEAM Hub | Nerdy News! | Episode 9 ✨🎨
Kat and Monica are back with Nerdy News! 🤓 In this April Fool’s special, things get a little magical as they drink a mysterious “potion” and… transform! As the surprises unfold, they explore the world of animation and art through time, looking at how creativity has evolved and how imagination can bring anything to life. They also take a language break with Isabelle to learn Dena’ina, mixing culture, creativity, and curiosity along the way. This episode is full of laughs, imagination, and learning together—because being nerdy is cool at Benteh STEAM!
✨ Want to stay connected? Follow us on Facebook or visit our website to learn about upcoming camps, programs, and new videos!
🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
Nerdy News: Episode 7 🍳✨ | Alaska STEAM Hub | Nerdy News! | Episode 7 🍳✨
Kat and Monica are back with Nerdy News! 🤓 In Episode 7, they explore the science of cooking—diving into osmosis, diffusion, and the Maillard reaction to see what’s really happening behind the scenes in the kitchen. They also take a language break with Isabelle to learn Dena’ina, blending science, culture, and curiosity along the way. This episode is full of tasty experiments, big questions, and learning together—because being nerdy is cool at Benteh STEAM!
✨ Want to stay connected? Follow us on Facebook or visit our website to learn about upcoming camps, programs, and new videos!
🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
Nerdy News: Episode 8 🦄✨ | Alaska STEAM Hub | Nerdy News! | Episode 8 🦄✨
Kat and Monica are back with Nerdy News! 🤓 In Episode 8, they dive into the world of mythical creatures—exploring the stories, legends, and imagination behind these fascinating beings.
From creatures of the sky to beings of the land and sea, they uncover how myths spark curiosity and connect cultures across time. This episode is full of storytelling, wonder, and learning together—because being nerdy is cool at Benteh STEAM!
✨ Want to stay connected? Follow us on Facebook or visit our website to learn about upcoming camps, programs, and new videos!
🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
Nerdy News: Episode 6 🐾❄️ | Alaska STEAM Hub | Nerdy News! | Episode 6 🐾❄️
Kat and Monica are back with Nerdy News! 🤓 In Episode 6, they explore the history of the Iditarod and take a closer look at what makes sled dogs so incredible.
From the origins of this iconic Alaskan race to the science behind sled dogs’ power, they uncover how strength, endurance, and teamwork come together on the trail. This episode is full of history, science, and learning together—because being nerdy is cool at Benteh STEAM!
✨ Want to stay connected? Follow us on Facebook or visit our website to learn about upcoming camps, programs, and new videos!
🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
Nerdy News: Episode 5 🎢✨ | Alaska STEAM Hub | Nerdy News! | Episode 5 🎢✨
Kat and Monica are back with Nerdy News! 🤓 In Episode 5, they explore playground fun—swinging into the science of motion and taking a closer look at Newton’s Laws in action.
They also take a language break to learn a few words in Yup’ik, mixing science, culture, and curiosity along the way. This episode is full of movement, questions, and learning together—because being nerdy is cool at Benteh STEAM!
✨ Want to stay connected? Follow us on Facebook or visit our website to learn about upcoming camps, programs, and new videos!
🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
Nerdy News: Episode 7 | Alaska STEAM Hub | NOT APPROVED
Nerdy News: Episode 4 🌌✨ | Alaska STEAM Hub | Nerdy News! | Episode 4 🌌✨
Kat and Monica are back with Nerdy News! 🤓 In Episode 4, they wonder about planets, gaze at the stars, and learn a new phrase in X̱aad Kíl, the language of the Haida People from Hydaburg, Alaska.
This episode is full of curious questions, space facts, and learning together—because being nerdy is cool at Benteh STEAM!
✨ Want to stay connected? Follow us on Facebook or visit our website to learn about upcoming camps, programs, and new videos!
🌐 https://bentehsteamacademy.org
✉️ STEAM@KnikTribe.org
📞 (907) 671-6651
📘 https://www.facebook.com/BentehSTEAMAcademy
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Learning 3D Design Software These videos introduce students and educators to the fundamentals of creating digital three-dimensional objects, with an emphasis on accessible tools such as Tinkercad and Autocad. These videos guide learners through designing, refining, and preparing original models for 3D printing, prototyping, and other real-world applications.
Learning 3D Design Software
2026 ASH Teacher Week Classroom Sessions | Fusion 360 with Matt Go behind the scenes of Alaska STEAM Hub's 2026 Teacher Week as educators explore Autodesk Fusion 360 with instructor Matt. Participants learned the fundamentals of 3D CAD design, engineering workflows, and digital fabrication while developing practical skills they can bring back to their classrooms.
These hands-on sessions demonstrate how advanced design software can empower educators to inspire creativity, critical thinking, engineering, and real-world problem-solving through project-based STEAM learning.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy and Alaska STEAM Hub programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
2026 ASH Teacher Week Classroom Sessions | Corel Draw and Tinker CAD with Sandy Take a look inside Alaska STEAM Hub's 2026 Teacher Week classroom sessions as participants explore CorelDRAW and Tinkercad with instructor Sandy Bair. Educators gained hands-on experience with vector design, 3D modeling, and digital fabrication while learning how to bring these tools into their own classrooms.
These sessions highlight how technology, creativity, and project-based learning can empower educators to develop engaging, culturally relevant STEAM experiences for students across Alaska.
For more information about Benteh STEAM Academy and Alaska STEAM Hub programs, please contact steam@kniktribe.org
Design Your Own 3D Printed Berry Picker! | ASH Tinkercad Tutorial The ASH Team dives into Tinkercad to design custom 3D printed berry pickers—perfect for summer harvests in Alaska! Learn the basics of digital design while exploring how engineering and creativity can support traditional practices and local living.
Innovation rooted in community and culture.
Want to learn more about the ASH Program or get your school involved?
📧 Email: ASHTeam@KnikTribe.org
📞 Call: 907-671-6651
🌐 Visit: BentehSTEAMAcademy.org
#BentehSTEAM #ASHTeam #3DPrinting #Tinkercad #BerryPicker #IndigenousInnovation #STEAMEducation #AlaskaSTEAM #CulturalSTEAM #HandsOnLearning
Alaska STEAM Hub | Tinkercad Codeblocks Part 1
Alaska STEAM Hub | Tinkercad Codeblocks Part 3
Alaska STEAM Hub | Tinkercad Codeblocks Part 2
Alaska STEAM Hub | Let's Learn Tinkercad! Tutorial 5. USE THE ALIGN TOOLS AND THE WOKPLANE HELPER S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
This is Tutorial #5 (USE THE ALIGN TOOLS AND THE WOKPLANE HELPER) of the 5 part Let's Learn Tinkercad series. There are 5 different videos for this tutorial series.
Welcome to the world of design!
Design is the art of discovering all the things that haven't been made yet. It is equal parts learning and teaching, breaking and making, seeing and showing.
Design is sharing!
Tinkercad is an amazingly powerful easy-to-use tool for creating digital designs that are ready to be 3D printed into super-cool physical objects. You will be guided through the 3D design process via easy hands-on "Lessons", that teach you the basics of Tinkercad before moving on to more complex modeling techniques.
Let's get started!
Alaska STEAM Hub | Let's Learn Tinkercad! Tutorial 4. MAKING AND MANIPULATING GROUPED OBJECTS S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
This is Tutorial #4 (MAKING AND MANIPULATING GROUPED OBJECTS) of the 5 part Let's Learn Tinkercad series. There are 5 different videos for this tutorial series.
Welcome to the world of design!
Design is the art of discovering all the things that haven't been made yet. It is equal parts learning and teaching, breaking and making, seeing and showing.
Design is sharing!
Tinkercad is an amazingly powerful easy-to-use tool for creating digital designs that are ready to be 3D printed into super-cool physical objects. You will be guided through the 3D design process via easy hands-on "Lessons", that teach you the basics of Tinkercad before moving on to more complex modeling techniques.
Let's get started!
Alaska STEAM Hub | Let's Learn Tinkercad! Tutorial 3. MOVING, ROTATING, AND SCALING OBJECTS S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
This is Tutorial #3 (MOVING, ROTATING, AND SCALING OBJECTS) of the 5 part Let's Learn Tinkercad series. There are 5 different videos for this tutorial series.
Welcome to the world of design!
Design is the art of discovering all the things that haven't been made yet. It is equal parts learning and teaching, breaking and making, seeing and showing.
Design is sharing!
Tinkercad is an amazingly powerful easy-to-use tool for creating digital designs that are ready to be 3D printed into super-cool physical objects. You will be guided through the 3D design process via easy hands-on "Lessons", that teach you the basics of Tinkercad before moving on to more complex modeling techniques.
Let's get started!
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3D Printer Setup & Maintenance These videos provide practical guidance for preparing, operating, troubleshooting, and caring for 3D printers, with a current focus on Bambu Lab and Ultimaker systems. These videos help students and educators build confidence with routine setup, calibration, filament handling, cleaning, and preventative maintenance to keep equipment running safely and reliably.
3D Printer Setup & Maintenance
Alaska STEAM Hub | Bambu Lab Maintenance This video covers essential maintenance steps for keeping your Bambu 3D printer running smoothly. It includes cleaning the extruder with compressed air or a vacuum, cleaning the fans monthly, and checking and cleaning the rods and belt tension with isopropyl alcohol. Every three months, users should clean and lubricate the Z lead screws using Bambu grease while the printer is powered on. Monthly tasks also include cleaning the internal camera lens and checking the nozzle wiper for wear. The filament cutter should be checked and replaced every 3–5 rolls of filament or after thousands of cuts. The video walks through the tools needed—like alcohol, wipes, allen wrenches, and grease—and concludes with reassembling the printer and reconnecting the AMS unit.
Alaska STEAM Hub | Bambu Lab Filament Change S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Bambu Lab Video Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with Bambu Lab.
In this tutorial, Isabelle explains how to change the filament on a Bambu 3D printer. First, navigate to the filament menu by pressing the printer icon below the home icon, then scroll to “feeding” and select “unload” to reverse the filament back into the spool. Once it stops, remove it from the AMS. To load new filament, press “load,” insert the filament into the AMS with it coming from the top of the spool, and push it into the PTFE tube by pressing the grey tab until it starts pulling. After the nozzle heats up, the printer is ready. Don’t forget to save empty spools for future refills. Thanks for watching, and keep creating!
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker Printhead Exchange Isabelle and Sandy show you how to take out your old Ultimaker Printhead and put a new one back in.
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker Printhead Exchange Isabelle and Sandy show you how to take out your old Ultimaker Printhead and put a new one back in.
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker Infill S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Ultimaker Video Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with Ultimaker.
Today, Isabelle introduces us to infill patterns for Ultimaker 3D printers using the Ultimaker Cura software. She explains how infill density affects print strength, material usage, and print time, demonstrating the differences through sample prints. Infill patterns are categorized into three groups: visual models, standard prints, and functional tools, each with specific strengths and applications. Patterns like lines, zig-zag, and lightning are ideal for fragile models, while grid, triangles, and tri-hexagons offer increased durability. For functional prints requiring strength, cubic, gyroid, and octet patterns provide superior support. Finally, flexible patterns like concentric and cross 3D allow for movement when paired with flexible filaments. Understanding these patterns helps optimize 3D prints for strength, flexibility, and efficiency. Thanks for watching—don’t forget to like and subscribe, and as always, Keep Creating!
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker General Print Settings S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Ultimaker Video Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with Ultimaker.
In this video, Kat will go over the General Print Settings for the Ultimaker 3d Printer.
- How to add/setup 3d pinter
- Choosing the correct filament type
- Printer nozzle size
- Resolution profile
- Infill settings
- Support settings
- Adhesion settings
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker General Print Settings S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Ultimaker Video Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with Ultimaker.
In this video, Kat will go over the General Print Settings for the Ultimaker 3d Printer.
- How to add/setup 3d pinter
- Choosing the correct filament type
- Printer nozzle size
- Resolution profile
- Infill settings
- Support settings
- Adhesion settings
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker 2+ Connect Series: Cleaning Your Printbed S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to another video in our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Tutorial Series! 🌟
Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, it is our mission to empower students in rural villages across Alaska with 3D printing technology.
In this video, Kat and Isabelle guide us through the process of cleaning the Ultimaker 2+ Connect printbed. 🛠️ Cleaning your 3D printbed is part of good routine maintenance to keep your Ultimaker running smoothly and your prints looking sharp! 😎
Here’s what you’ll need:
-Paper towels
-Isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)
-Paint scraper
Don't forget to explore our other videos for more maintenance guides, helpful tips, and expert tricks to enhance your 3D printing experience. 💪
If you find this video informative, please show your support by hitting the Like button and subscribing to our channel! Your support allows us to continue bringing 3D printing education to remote communities in Alaska. Thank you for being a part of the ASH movement, and let's get started on cleaning that printbed! 🧼
…And remember, always keep creating! ✨
Alaska STEAM Hub | Ultimaker 2+ Connect Series: Cleaning Your Printbed S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to another video in our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Tutorial Series! 🌟
Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, it is our mission to empower students in rural villages across Alaska with 3D printing technology.
In this video, Kat and Isabelle guide us through the process of cleaning the Ultimaker 2+ Connect printbed. 🛠️ Cleaning your 3D printbed is part of good routine maintenance to keep your Ultimaker running smoothly and your prints looking sharp! 😎
Here’s what you’ll need:
-Paper towels
-Isopropyl alcohol (rubbing alcohol)
-Paint scraper
Don't forget to explore our other videos for more maintenance guides, helpful tips, and expert tricks to enhance your 3D printing experience. 💪
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…And remember, always keep creating! ✨
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Lasaer Setup & Maintenance Laser Engraver Setup & Maintenance videos provides practical guidance for safely preparing, operating, troubleshooting, and caring for laser engraving equipment, with a current emphasis on Glowforge systems. These videos cover routine setup, calibration, cleaning, material preparation, ventilation, and preventative maintenance while leaving room to include additional laser platforms as the program grows.
Laser Setup & Maintenance
Alaska STEAM Hub | Glowforge Series: Episode 4. Cleaning the Glowforge S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Video Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with STEAM.
In this tutorial from the Benteh STEAM Academy, Isabelle demonstrates how to properly clean a Glowforge to ensure it runs smoothly, recommending cleaning every 40 hours of printing. Key supplies include Q-tips, lens wipes, and paper towels, and the Glowforge must always be turned off during cleaning. The process starts with cleaning the crumb tray by removing debris, emptying it into a trash can, and carefully wiping the floor, paying attention to the dimples for stability. Next, the print head, cameras, laser lens, and mirrors are cleaned using lens wipes and a lens tool, avoiding direct contact with the lens or mirror surfaces. Specific components like the camera lens inside the lid and the mirror inside the print head, which requires cleaning after 120 hours, are also addressed. Isabelle concludes with tips to ensure proper reassembly.
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Alaska STEAM Hub | Glowforge Series: Episode 3. Connecting Glowforge to WIFI & Printing Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Glowforge Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with Glowforge.
In this video, Isabelle shows you how to connect your Glowforge to WIFI and how to start your first print.
To connect your Glowforge to Wi-Fi and start printing, first, power it on and visit setup.glowforge.com on a device to begin setup. Select the Glowforge Plus model, connect to its temporary Wi-Fi network, and switch to your school’s Wi-Fi when prompted, entering the password as needed. Ensure the device used for setup is on the same network as the Glowforge. Once connected, sign in to the Glowforge website, select “create a new design,” and choose from blank, file upload (SVG, PDF, JPG, or PNG), or trace options. After selecting the material type, adjust settings for engraving, cutting, scoring, or ignoring elements, and use the Glowforge’s features to customize your project. When ready, press “print,” wait for the Glowforge’s blinking button, and press it to start. After cutting or engraving, wait for the system to clear smoke before opening the lid. You’re now ready to create!
Alaska STEAM Hub | Glowforge Series: Episode 1. Glowforge Unboxing S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Glowforge Series!
Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska with cutting-edge tools like the Glowforge laser cutter.
In this video, Isabelle and Sandy guide you through unboxing the ASH Glowforge Kit, showing you everything that arrives when your kit lands at your school! 🎉
What’s Inside?
5 Total Boxes:
Box 1: Your Glowforge!
Box 2: The fan box.
Box 3: Small parts and essentials like the crumb tray, filter, and ventilation hose.
Box 4: Accessories, tools, and starter materials.
Box 5: A surprise box! Materials to keep you creating.
🔧 Tips: Keep all packaging materials and small parts safe as we prep for setup in Part 2!
By the end of this video, you’ll know exactly what’s included in your ASH Glowforge Kit and be ready for the next steps. Stay tuned for Part 2: Setting Up Your Glowforge!
✨ Chin’an, thank you, for joining us – and as always, KEEP CREATING! ✨
Contact Us: ASHTeam@KnikTribe.Org
Alaska STEAM Hub | Glowforge Series: Episode 2. Glowforge Set Up S 🧬 T 🛰️ E ⚙️ A 🎨 M 📊
Welcome to our Alaska STEAM Hub (ASH) Glowforge Series! Through the ASH Program at the Benteh STEAM Academy, we empower students in rural villages across Alaska to turn ideas into reality with Glowforge.
In this video, Isabelle and Sandy show you how to set up your Glowforge safely and get it ready to use!
What We’ll Cover:
1. Removing Shipping Parts Safely:
- Handle fragile components like the print head and wiring with care.
- Save all screws, tape, and foam blocks – they’re important!
2. Installing the Crumb Tray:
- Step-by-step guidance to slide it into place.
3. Attaching the Print Head:
- Learn how to connect the print head without touching the lenses.
4. Setting Up the Fan and Filter System:
- Proper ventilation is key! Get tips on installing the exhaust hose securely.
5. Choosing the Perfect Spot for Your Glowforge:
- A sturdy, level surface near an outlet (no power strips or extension cords).
By the end of this video, your Glowforge will be set up and ready to connect to Wi-Fi (coming soon in Part 3)!
✨ Chin’an, thank you, for joining us – and as always, KEEP CREATING! ✨
Contact Us: ASHTeam@KnikTribe.Org
