model home assessment michael jewitt ronni nimps drew pritt michael wolfe april 19, 2011
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Model Home Assessment
Michael JewittRonni Nimps
Drew PrittMichael Wolfe
April 19, 2011
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Problem Definition
To assess the living conditions in Choluteca and research alternative construction methods
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Design Priorities
• Resist heavy rain and wind• Remain secure against theft• Protect against fire• Conserve resources• Remain sustainable and
affordable• Comply with local
construction practices
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Future Recommendations
• Senior design program• Multidisciplinary focus• More teams on components of the model
home next year• Independent Study for year-round research• Research grants for future endeavors
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Structure
• Current designs– Plaster over wood
and mud– Adobe bricks– Concrete
• Improvements– Adobe research– Concrete formula
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Roof
• Resist high winds• Redirect rain• Reflect sunlight
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Water Collection
• Rainwater barrels• Filtration systems
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Latrines
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Stoves
• Eliminate smoke inhalation
• Reduce danger from burns
• Improve fuel sources• Control temperature
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Acknowledgements
• Larry and Angie Overholt• Residents of Choluteca, Honduras• Citizen Engineer– Emphasis on sustainable design– Analyzing environmental impact
• Dr. Dzwonczyk’s Documentation Guidelines• Post-Trip Assessment Documentation (2010)
from Sriya Parthasarathy and Michael Jewitt• Dr. Job Ebenezer’s Presentation at Café Bella
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Thank You!