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Abstract
This page discusses Zane Wall Garden, a root view garden designed to help improve the learning experience of Zane Middle School Students. The Zane Wall Garden is designed and built to fit in a cutout in the wall of the classroom. Created by team CBL Design in Spring 2019 at Humboldt State University.
There should be an image near the top.
Background
CBL Designs is an Engineering 215 group from Humboldt State University. The team's client Zane Middle School in Eureka wants to create a more physical and interesting learning experience. The Wall Garden will be used to give a physical example of plant growth to the children.
Problem statement and criteria
The objective of this project is to give a physical, real-time example of plant and root growth to students. The client will use the project in conjunction with existing lesson plans on the methods of plant growth as an additional resource.
| Criteria | Weight | Constraints |
|---|---|---|
| Safety | 10 | Must be safe for anyone operating the planter under normal use. |
| Functionality | 10 | Must be able to grow root crops without fertilizer. |
| Durability | 9 | Must withstand accidents and tampering with by middle school students for at least five years. |
| Aesthetics | 7 | Must be visually appealing to the students. |
| Educational Value | 8 | Students must be able to see the growth of plants and root systems. |
| Cost | 5 | Can not exceed four hundred dollars (one hundred dollars from Zane, seventy-five dollars from each group member.) |
| Environmental Impact | 6 | Must have at least 25% reusable materials. |
Description of final project
Photos and descriptions. Use gallery.
Include a how to use and maintain section. See the how to template below.
Prototyping
Use a gallery of prototyping photos and lessons learned.
Costs
Use Help:Table_examples#Cost_Table.
| Quantity | Material | Dimension | Donated | Total ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prototype Plexi Glass | .11" Thick 28"x30" | Yes | 28.99 |
| 2 | Final Plexi Glass | .22" Thick 24"x48" | No | 50.42 |
| 1 | Sealant | 1 Tube | Yes | 5.99 |
| 61 | Screws | 3/4" | Yes | 6.10 |
| 2 | Wood | 12ftx12inx1.5in | Yes | 64.40 |
| 1 | Thin Wood | 14ftx7.5inx.5in | No | 43.15 |
| 1 | Countersink | 1/2 inch | Yes | 9.89 |
| 1 | Stain | 1 Bottle | No | 15.99 |
| 1 | Hinges | Two pack | Yes | 5.99 |
| 2 | Spray Paint | Red & Yellow | Yes | 9.18 |
| Total Cost | $246.60 | |||
Testing Results
How to build
Use Template:How_to
Maintenance
Being that this project is an actively used planter, it will require some light and consistent maintenance. It will be simple but important to upkeep maintenance in order to ensure the product continues working properly.
Schedule
This is when to maintain what.
- Bi-Weekly
- Water Plants
- Check that mounting is secure and fastened
- Every 3 years
- Re-stain worn down areas
- Replace soil
Instructions
This is how to maintain. The step by step how to template {{How to}} is most likely best for this part.
Troubleshooting
These are simple troubleshooting steps for basic operation. For complex issues, please contact Brendan Brinton via email at BSB12@humbodlt.edu
| Problem | Suggestion |
|---|---|
| Plants are wilted or dying | If the soil seems dry, try watering more. If the soil seems very moist, try watering less. |
| Leakage from the drainage area | Make sure there are no cracks or splits in the joints. |
| Water is not draining out of drainage holes. | Check if drainage holes are plugged, if so, try clearing the holes with a stick. |
Discussion and next steps
Suggestions for future changes
This is where to lay out suggestions for how to make the project function better in the future.
Purchase better lumber with as little defects as possible.
Buy materials needed before starting construction.
References
See Help:Footnotes for more. Template:Reflist