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|image = Washer3.jpg | |||
|designer = [[User:Tim|Timothy Schmidt]] | |||
|date = 2021 | |||
|tools = [[Wrenches]] | |||
|parts = [[Frames]], [[Nuts]], [[Bolts]], [[Plates]], [[End caps]], [[Barrels]] | |||
|techniques = [[Shelf joints]], [[Tri joints]] | |||
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=Challenges= | =Challenges= | ||
Many people worldwide wash clothes manually, but the detergents are chemically harmful, and the repetitive motion of scrubbing is straining to the muscles and joints. | Many people worldwide wash clothes manually, but the detergents are chemically harmful, and the repetitive motion of scrubbing is straining to the muscles and joints. | ||
Revision as of 17:51, 28 March 2021
Project: Washing Machines
| Tools: | Wrenches |
|---|---|
| Parts: | Frames, Nuts, Bolts, Plates, End caps, Barrels |
| Techniques: | Shelf joints, Tri joints |
Challenges
Many people worldwide wash clothes manually, but the detergents are chemically harmful, and the repetitive motion of scrubbing is straining to the muscles and joints.
Approaches
Build a washing machine based on this inexpensive and durable design for use in rural areas. Use only Replimat components wherever possible. Gently wash clothes using pedal or solar electric power.
Cycle
- first fill
- second fill
- detergent release
- rinse / sanitize
- spin
Prototype
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Washer gear assembly
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Washer front
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Washer inside
Tools
Parts
| Quantity | Part | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | bicycle bottom bracket adapter |
Bottom bracket
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Bicycle bottom bracket adapter CAD
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Bicycle bottom bracket adapter left side
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Bicycle bottom bracket adapter right side
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Cranks installed
Development targets
References
File:The Pedal-Powered Washing Machine - Jenny Hu, Radu Raduta, Jessica Vechakul, Allen Armstrong.pdf
File:Unequal Loads - The Gender Division of Laundry - Claire Kovach.pdf
