Innovative Designs by Emily Cummins
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What materials can be used to build Emily's portable fridge?

  • Glass and metals only
  • Plastic and paper
  • Only brand new materials
  • Old car parts and other objects from home (correct)
  • Emily's fridge requires electricity to function.

    False

    In which country did Emily spend five months testing her fridge design?

    Namibia

    Emily invented a special water carrier that can carry up to ______ containers of water.

    <p>five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following awards with the years Emily received them:

    <p>Woman of the Year = 2009 CE Save-the-Planet award = 2008 CE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of Emily Cummins' earliest inventions?

    <p>A toy made from waste material</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emily decided to sell her fridge designs for profit.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What innovation allows African women and children to carry more water?

    <p>water carrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emily spent five months testing her fridge design in ______.

    <p>Namibia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which material did Emily NOT use for her water carrier?

    <p>Old car parts</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following awards with their significance:

    <p>Woman of the Year = Recognizes outstanding achievements by women Save-the-Planet award = Award for environmental contribution</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Emily's portable fridge uses electricity to function.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many containers of water can Emily's carrier hold?

    <p>five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year did Emily win a 'Save-the-Planet' award?

    <p>2008 CE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Early Life

    • Emily Cummins began "inventing" at the age of four
    • She used waste materials to create toys and objects
    • She learned about different materials and tools as she grew older

    Portable Fridge

    • Emily designed a portable fridge to keep medicine and food cool without electricity
    • This was inspired by a school project
    • She designed it so that it could be built using materials that could be found in homes
    • She tested the design in Namibia for five months

    Water Carrier

    • Emily designed a water carrier that can hold up to five containers
    • It can also be used for carrying firewood and other heavy objects
    • The wheel was constructed from tree branches, and old tires help to secure the containers

    Awards

    • Emily Cummins won "Woman of the Year" in 2009 CE
    • She also won a "Save-the-Planet" award in 2008 CE

    Emily Cummins's Inventions

    • Emily Cummins began inventing at the age of four, using waste materials to create toys.
    • As she grew older, she learned about different materials and tools.
    • While working on a school project, she developed an idea for a portable fridge to keep medicines and food items clean, dry, and cool.
    • Her fridge design was ideal for areas without electricity, as it is powered by readily available materials like old car parts.
    • Emily spent five months in Namibia testing her fridge design and decided to make it freely available to people in Africa.
    • To address the challenges of water transportation in Africa, Emily invented a water carrier that can hold up to five containers of water.
    • Her water carrier was made using readily available materials like tree branches and old tires.
    • It can also be used to transport firewood or other heavy objects.
    • Emily has received numerous awards for her inventions, including Woman of the Year in 2009 CE and a "Save-the-Planet" award in 2008 CE.

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    Explore the brilliant inventions of Emily Cummins, who began her creative journey in childhood. Learn about her groundbreaking designs like a portable fridge and a multi-functional water carrier, both aimed at solving real-world challenges. Discover her accolades and how she has made a significant impact in the field of sustainable innovation.

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