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|File:Canopy Step 1.jpg |Target bags are quite easy to work with.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | |File:Canopy Step 1.jpg |Target bags are quite easy to work with.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell) | ||
|1 | | |1 |It is recommended to use thicker plastic bags for the canopy to add to the rigidity of the structure. Gather nine plastic bags to create a single panel. | ||
|File:Canopy Step 2.jpg |Riveted panels.(Photo by Camille Penny) | |File:Canopy Step 2.jpg |Riveted panels.(Photo by Camille Penny) | ||
|2 | | |2 |Place three bags on top of each other and iron them together between parchment paper. Repeat this process twice more to create three panels with a three bag thickness. | ||
|File:Canopy Step 3.jpg |. Canopy!(Photo by Camille Penny) | |File:Canopy Step 3.jpg |. Canopy!(Photo by Camille Penny) | ||
|3 | | |3 |Iron the three panels together to create a rigid panel. Repeat above steps until there are enough panels to cover the top portion of the door. | ||
|File:Canopy Step 3.jpg |. Canopy!(Photo by Camille Penny) | |||
|4 |Lay the panels over the top of the door frame and rivet the panels to the frame. Arrange the panels in a shingle like manor to allow water to run off. Then Rivet the panels to each other adding extra reinforcement. | |||
|File:Canopy Step 3.jpg |. Canopy!(Photo by Camille Penny) | |||
|5 |Cut the desired length of overhang for the canopy. | |||
|footer= Make sure your canopy does not interfere with the ability of the door to open and close. | |footer= Make sure your canopy does not interfere with the ability of the door to open and close. | ||
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Revision as of 21:52, 4 December 2011
Building the Poly Pod
These are the component instructions for the assembly and construction of the Poly Pod designed by Team Apple Skins.The solution consists of windows, two awnings, planters, a door, and a canopy. Instructions for each component are below.
How to Build
Before beginning construction on any component of the Poly Pod, we recommend first watching this online tutorial that demonstrates how to iron plastic bags together. This tutorial answers questions regarding iron heat, length of application, number of bags to use, and more.
Windows
Awning Style A
Awning Style B
Planters
Door
Canopy
Maintenance
The level of maintenance required for the Poly Pod varies depending on how rigorously it is used. The windows are the most susceptible component to damage as they are the most fragile. The most likely damage to these panes will be tearing. This can be repaired by ironing patches directly onto the window with the same technique used to create the panes. The door and canopy are less likely to need repair as they are sturdier panels. These panels are repaired in the same way the windows are. Alternately, any component could be replaced entirely or in sections. The awnings are designed to require very little maintenance. In the event of a severe storm the awnings will probably need repair.