HTMSTM(A)A
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SYSTEMS PROPOSAL
Week of 03/01
Laura Maria Gonzalez + Sandy Curth
This week we met and outlined our goals for the development of a machine and designed a first iteration. We are interested in developing a system that will be used to make functionally graded MICP earthen structures. The emphasis will be on the decomposing and recomposing of soil, through the control of its components: dirt, air, water, and living things. The intent is also to make replication of the machine economical, even at its large scale.
Bacteria Induced CaCO3
Modular end effector to incorporate control of soil components
MODULARITY


ACCESSIBILITY


AFFORDABILITY
Interchangeable digital/analog components
Potterbot Micro 9
Use universal connectors - industrial
plastics, luer locks or plumbing fixtures
with few custom printed parts to integrate
A. Develop additive deposition system for existing machine (Potterbot
Micro 9) with multiple material flows
B. Test output: clay mixtures with varying air content, dirt and air, dirt
and bacteria.
FIRST STEPS
1. Generate Model of current nozzle
2. Design new additive deposition system
3. Set up air flow control guage: digital and analog
4. Get material to begin testing
ACTION ITEMS
Current Extrusion Nozzle
3D bio-print, Dosier
Lutum Dual Clay Extruder