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Newspaper Briquette Maker

Project developed by J.W.Kubista

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Abstract

Newspaper Briquette Makers are used by a wide range of people. They are used by people in developed countries mainly to create fuel bricks for fireplaces. However, for people in developing countries, they can be used to create fuel, but also actual bricks used create structures if they are made well enough. Most of the existing designs involve getting down on your knees and applying a great amount of force using only you arms (Commercial Briquette Makers & Costs^[1]). This technique thus limits than range and amount of people able to use those makers. Other makers can attach to a wall and be pulled down like a pop can crusher. However, this option my not feasible for people in developing countries who don't have access to a strong, sturdy wall. Therefore, this design was created to be used anywhere with a semi-flat surface and by a significantly larger range of people. In addition, the vast majority of previous designs are comprised of metal, which can be hard to find and expensive in some places, and not molded very easily into the desired shapes. This project uses plastic and a open-source 3D printer and software. This makes the designs of the briquette maker to be modified in order to be better, as well as printed by a minimal number of people and distributed as need be.

1. Picture of completed print using

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Bill of Materials

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1. 1. Upload and link to all source files
   2. Upload and link to all STLs

Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT

1. MOST Delta RepRap or similar RepRap 3-D printer
2. FreeCAD OS Program or similar program with CAD capabilities
3. Exact-O-Knife for smoothing out the rough parts of the prints
4. Strong Adhesive (i.e. Super Glue)
5. Heat Gun

Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT

No special skills were required to make this project. Only requirements are to be able to print using a 3D Printer, apply glue, press the pieces together, and use a heat gun (basically a hair dryer).

Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions

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2. Include print time estimate
3. Include assembly time estimate
4. Including drawings or pictures of the device at stage of assembly at minimum. (http://www.appropedia.org/Special:Upload)
5. Consider video if appropriate

Common Problems and Solutions

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Cost savings

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1. Estimate your costs
2. Find a commercial equivalent
3. Calculate $ savings and % savings

References

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