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|Image:Awning 2 Step 1.jpg |Leave enough fabric to wrap under the ribs when cutting the umbrella.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell)
|Image:Awning 2 Step 1.jpg |Leave enough fabric to wrap under the ribs when cutting the umbrella.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell)
|1 |Cut an umbrella in half leaving the hardware attached to one half including the handle.
|1 |Cut an umbrella in half leaving the umbrella fabric attached to the frame along with the handle.
|Image:Awning 2.2.png  |A thin piece of wood is a good backing for the rain fly.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell)
|Image:Awning 2.2.png  |A thin piece of wood is a good backing for the rain fly.(Photo by Erilynn Helliwell)
|2 |Use the umbrella half with the hardware removed as a rainfly and attach this to the window opening. Sandwich the umbrella fabric for the rainfly between an arched piece of wood and some weather-stripping  and attach this with screws to the window opening with the weather stripping facing the structure. A second arched piece of wood is representing the top of the window opening in this picture.
|2 |Use the umbrella half with the hardware removed as a rainfly and attach this to the window opening. Sandwich the umbrella fabric for the rainfly between an arched piece of wood and some weather-stripping  and attach this with screws to the window opening with the weather stripping facing the structure. A second arched piece of wood is representing the top of the window opening in this picture.

Revision as of 01:34, 5 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

Image:Window Step 1.jpg
Bubble Wrap Windows

Awning Style A

Image:Awning 1Step 1.jpg
Custom Retractable Awning

Awning Style B

Image:Awning 2 Step 1.jpg
Half - Umbrella Awning

Planters

Image:Planter bag.jpg
Planters

Door

File:Door Step 1a.jpg
Hinged Door

Canopy

File:Canopy Step 1.jpg
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.

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