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Michael Jewitt Ronni Nimps Drew Pritt Michael Wolfe Model Home Assessment Michael Jewitt Ronni Nimps Drew Pritt Michael Wolfe April 19, 2011

Problem Definition To assess the living conditions in Choluteca and research alternative construction methods

Design Priorities Resist heavy rain and wind Remain secure against theft Protect against fire Conserve resources Remain sustainable and affordable Comply with local construction practices

Future Recommendations Senior design program Multidisciplinary focus More teams on components of the model home next year Independent Study for year-round research Research grants for future endeavors

Structure Current designs Improvements Plaster over wood and mud Adobe bricks Concrete Improvements Adobe research Concrete formula

Roof Resist high winds Redirect rain Reflect sunlight

Water Collection Rainwater barrels Filtration systems

Latrines

Stoves Eliminate smoke inhalation Reduce danger from burns Improve fuel sources Control temperature

Acknowledgements Larry and Angie Overholt Residents of Choluteca, Honduras Citizen Engineer Emphasis on sustainable design Analyzing environmental impact Dr. Dzwonczyk’s Documentation Guidelines Post-Trip Assessment Documentation (2010) from Sriya Parthasarathy and Michael Jewitt Dr. Job Ebenezer’s Presentation at Café Bella

Thank You!

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