Summary

This past week was a fun mix of hands-on prototyping, artistic inspiration, and urban adventures. From molding silicone to marveling at masterpieces, here's a peek into Week 6!

Molding for iKMC(Immediate Kangaroo Mother Care) – Hands-On Fabrication!

I finally got to apply molding skills I learned a while back—this time for our Kangaroo Mother Care (iKMC) project. The workflow was exciting: we started by 3D printing positive molds, then created negative molds using silicone rubber, and finally poured and cast the final pieces. There’s something deeply satisfying about seeing an idea take shape—literally!

CAD Modeling & Assembly Builds

This week was also packed with SolidWorks & Fusion modeling. I worked on full assemblies for our water sampling device and designed several components for the iKMC project. We printed and tested some of the new parts—it’s always a joy seeing designs go from screen to physical object!

Museum of Fine Arts Visit – Art Meets Innovation

On Saturday, we took a sunny stroll (under that classic Houston heat!) to the Museum of Fine Arts. Along the way, we spotted supercars and stylish architecture—Houston does not hold back on flair! Inside the museum, we explored how artists express complex ideas through their work. It was a refreshing reminder that creativity drives both art and engineering.

Retail Therapy – Target & Walmart Run

We also took some time to explore Houston’s mega retail spaces. From Target to Walmart, these places are massive! I couldn’t help but compare them to retail stores back home—talk about scale and efficiency.

Zipcar Adventures

One of the coolest campus perks? Zipcars! With my Kenyan friend (whom I met at the Servery), we rented a Zipcar, cruised to Walmart for a quick shopping trip, and zipped right back to Rice. Simple, smart, and super convenient.