Week 4 Updates

Materials

MATERIALS NEEDED FOR THE DELIVERABLE

1. Clear, hard plastic

2. English Ivy plants

3-D Model of the Proposed Device

This model represents the device that will be built in the next upcoming weeks. On the right side is a hole which captures fuel.

Question 1

How does it work?

The goal of the filtering system is to primarily convert carbon dioxide emissions to oxygen, so it is better for the environment and for the population's health. The system works in two different parts: filtering of the gases and the conversion of carbon dioxide to oxygen. 

Question 2

How would one monitor the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels coming out of and going into plants?

Chemical tests can be done to monitor the percentages of carbon dioxide going into the plants. One such test is the bicarbonate indicator solution test, where the plants are covered and bicarbonate indicator solution is added.

Question 3

How would the filtering system be attached to the vehicle?

The filtering system would be attached to a hitch that is seen on the backs of cars and trucks. It looks like a rack attached to the back of the car. This hitch would be leveled with the car exhaust to get as many gases into the filtering system as possible.

Question 4

Is it harmful to be around the car exhaust emissions during testing?

The car exhaust emissions could be very dangerous depending on how close one gets when testing the device.

Question 5

What was the motivation for this project?

The carbon dioxide levels worldwide are reaching ridiculous heights and the health of many is deteriorating because of air and water quality.

Question 6

Is this a project that would be researched and implemented in the future?

This project seems to be very beneficial to everyone because improved air quality will improve health as well. Along with benefits to living beings, it also improves the environment.