The sharp sound of steel welding, the chilling taste of liquid nitrogen ice cream, and the colorful sight of paper airplanes flying through the air, are just some of the senses that were brought to life during Maker Break, the first annual celebration of making at MIT that took place on April 17 at Johnson Ice Rink.
Over 700 MIT students took a much needed break from their studies and tapped into their creative sides for a full afternoon of maker-based activities and competitions. Makers of all skill levels were encouraged to try their hands at any of the 18 making stations, including 3-D scanning, jewelry making, vinyl cutting, candle making, and origami.
Those curious about maker machines were given demonstrations of laser cutters and CNC mills that showcased additive and subtractive manufacturing. At the machine autopsy station, students were invited to…
