The flood has stirred up a lot of problems in Thailand. People are starving, they are stuck in their home, and health conditions are poor. But, for some people they look at the glass half full. Some make a good use out of the flood; they create new inventions to help them adjust to the new environment. They created lifejackets for their dogs using bottles, or jet skis out of bottles and tubes. Nonetheless, my favorite invention was the elevated tricycles. It was my favorite invention because they adapt to their environment using what they had. It was creative and unique. Instead of just abandoning the tricycle, they raised it using scraps and pieces and turned it into something useful again.
A creation I would make to help with the flood issue is a floating shower with filtered water. There will be showering room that is on top of a sturdy raft. The water would come from the floodwater, and it will be filtered before entering a bucket. When a person wants to shower, they will turn on the filter and clean water will be filling up the bucket. People will be able to shower by using a small plastic bowl, cupping the water up and just shower. It was how Thai people usually shower in the past. Since we don’t want to pollute the water, people will shower inside a tub, which will be filtered again before going back into the floodwater. This creation will be named “The Portable & Floatable Flood Shower Room,” or the PFFSR. The PFFSR will help with the hygiene problems and showering issue for those who are troubled by the flood.
Many things inspire all of these creations. I think that those innovation and resourcefulness comes from our environment, such as TV, Internet, books, movies, pictures, and many more. Maybe some people know how to build and create things; using their skills, they create new inventions to help with the flood problem. These qualities are very important because it helps people to live an easier and simpler life than before. For example, some people can build rafts that would be able to provide them shelter temporarily. These qualities could help people survive during times in need. So as you can see, these qualities are very important and helpful at times.
Here is a picture of my favorite creation:
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Meg, I look forward to reading your posts. Both the organization and ideas are clear and immensely readable. For example in your opening paragraph you begin with a very broad statement and continue to get more specific as you present refine the ideas and provide relevant examples and explanations. You even include a great photo of your favorite whimsical, yet practical innovation.
ReplyDeleteYour own idea for an invention is clearly explained. I would want a PFFSR! Do you have any real interest in inventions or engineering? I see some potential there.
I like the way you explain everything very clearly with a lot of detail. I found it hilarious that your invention is abbreviated, and I hope the invention become true. Also, the addition of pictures gives me a clearer thought of the topic.
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