Tessy Machines & Makers sponsored by Marquardt

In the democratic spirit of the “maker” movement, this exhibit empowers visitors to understand the basic principles of machines and mechanical devices, explore their application and automation in a variety of consumer and industrial/manufacturing applications, and engage in interactive, hands-on activities and prototype design using the Engineering Design Process in the integrated MAKE Space.

Interactive Exhibit Features:

  • Design and create your own projects to take home at the MAKE Station—hands-on STEM crafts rotate monthly!
  • Explore interactive models of the screw, lever, plane, wedge, pulley, and wheel and axle in the Simple Machine Shop
  • Visit Technotown to explore the power of simple machines in complex combinations
  • Explore additive manufacturing (industrial 3D printing) with our partners at CADimensions!

The Additive Manufacturing Process with CADimensions

Learn about the engineering design process and the different roles that come together to make a successful project. Our additive manufacturing display visually depicts the journey from a simple sketch to a fully realized physical model of a car. By demonstrating each step of the process—from initial design concepts and digital modeling to the final 3D printed product—the team makes the engineering and manufacturing process accessible and exciting for young visitors. The goal is to ignite curiosity and interest in STEM fields, showing tangible results of innovative thinking and advanced technology.

Ben talks about what a project lead does during the engineering design process.
Amy explains her role as an industrial designer and how she creates new products and improves existing designs.
Matt is a 3D printing engineer who works with design engineers during the design process.
Ben recaps what it took from a collaborative team to design a cool new car.

Thank you to our presenting sponsors: