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Revision as of 13:09, 7 December 2015
Title of the device or system
Project developed by Ethan Marshall
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Abstract
- The concrete trowel can be used as a cheaper method for smoothing concrete walls and could be used for smoothing out plaster on walls in developing countries. This trowel would help fulfill the needs of affordable tools for concrete and interior work on houses and buildings in developing countries
- Picture of completed print using
Bill of Materials
CAD files of parts FreeCAD files found here
STL
Purchased parts
- Epoxy
Tools needed for fabrication of the OSAT
Skills and Knowledge Necessary to Make the OSAT
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Technical Specifications and Assembly Instructions
- Provide directions for print/assembly - be detailed enough in your “how to” to ensure that someone could construct the device from your description. Consider the elegance of IKEA like instructions.
- Include print time estimate
- Include assembly time estimate
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Common Problems and Solutions
- Include common mistakes/problems to avoid in building your OSAT and how to overcome them
Cost savings
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- Estimate your costs
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- Calculate $ savings and % savings
References
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- ↑ web page: Department of Energy (DOE) Landscaping and Energy Efficiency, DOE/GO-10095 (1995) Available: http://www.eren.doe.gov/erec/factsheets/landscape.html
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