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| Image: Panel Build Step 1.jpg| Figure 1:|1|First step of building the frames of the acoustic panels. Measuring 2x4's to appropriate lengths for your individual design.. (Photo by Amy Gabriel) | |||
| Image: Panel Build Step 2.jpg| Figure 2:|2| Second step of the frame building process is then to cut to boards to appropriate lengths. A chop, skill, or table saw works best for this step... (Photo by Amy Gabriel) | |||
| Image: Panel Build Step 3.jpg | Figure 3:|3| Putting the cut sides of the frame together which are ready for assembly... (Photo by Amy Gabriel) | |||
| Image: Panel Build Step 4.jpg| Figure 4:|4| Drilling pilot holes on the joint. One and half inch screws were then used to attach the two sides... (Photo by Amy Gabriel) | |||
| Image: Panel Build Step 5.jpg| Figure 5:|5| Repeat step 3 and 4 until frame is fully assembled. | |||
(Photo by Amy Gabriel)}} | |||
== Discussion and next steps == | == Discussion and next steps == | ||
== References == | == References == | ||
Revision as of 22:56, 9 April 2012
Abstract
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Acoustic Dampening Project Plan
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Background
Problem Statement and Criteria
| Criteria | Weight | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | 10 | Must be designed to... |
| Aesthetics | 8 | Design must be aesthetically pleasing. |
| Cost | 3 | Entire design must cost less than $400. |
| Durability | 5 | Must last until Humboldt Coastal Nature Center's remodel |
| Inspiration | 7 | Design inspirational quality of using alternative building methods. |
| Ease of Maintenance and Installation | 7 | Design must be easy to install and free of a lot of maintenance |
| Functionality | 10 | Design must improve acoustics within Humboldt Coastal Nature Center. |
Description of final project
Costs
| Material | What We Paid | Retail Price |
|---|---|---|
| Burlap | $150.00 | $150.00 |
| Shipping and Handling | $5.00 | $5.00 |
| Concrete Fasteners (4x) | $12.00 | $12. |
| Wood | $32.00 | $84.00 |
| Lag Bolts (12x) | $22.68 | $22.68 |
| Newspaper | Donated | $12 |
| ChickenWire (2'x25') | $15.53 | $15.53 |
| Total | $242.21 | $284.21 |
Testing Results
How to build
Image: Panel Build Step 1.jpg
How to Build Acoustic Panels