Design Proposal
Purpose Statement
Through the integration of an ETFE cushion façade system and a microalgae photobioreactor, microalgae can simultaneously serve as a dynamic shading device as well as a sequestrator of carbon.
Research Question:
Can the inner foil of a tri-layer ETFE pillow be reinforced to substantially reduce deflection through the addition of plastic tensile members?
Through the integration of an ETFE cushion façade system and a microalgae photobioreactor, microalgae can simultaneously serve as a dynamic shading device as well as a sequestrator of carbon.
Research Question:
Can the inner foil of a tri-layer ETFE pillow be reinforced to substantially reduce deflection through the addition of plastic tensile members?
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Mockup
Describe process, fabrication methods (include photos), plan for completion (list of materials, supplies, budget, etc). electronic controls strategy. You should be able to get actual data from this mockup. Be sure to caption all photos.