Problem: Gutters easily clog, or when it is pouring rain, they will overflow, which can harm homes and yards

Solution: An efficient, controlled way of catching and moving water without the chance of clogging.

Technical Precedent - Thorny Devil Scales

Conceptual Precedent - Capillary flow

Sketches

Iteration 1 - Rapid Prototype

؜Iteration 2 - Rapid Prototype

؜Feedback:

؜Main Feedback: Our idea needs more modifications, and our idea of capillary flow is challenging and could be revised

Post Feedback Project:

؜Solution:

Mimicking the way roots support trees and applying it to modern buildings, which we believe would provide a better alternative

Problem:

A simple (concrete) building base is prone to more damage due to cracks from freezing and earthquakes

Iteration 1:

A simple box, when filled with sawdust or dirt, models the ground

Iteration 2:

We cast hot glue in water to mimic the pattern of roots, and attached them to popsicle sticks as a base

Iteration 3/Final Iteration:

We planted the "roots" in wet sawdust along with a piece of cardboard for a simple comparison

Final Iteration Video:

؜Thank You!