Problem / Solution

Problem

Solution

Fire destroys infrastructure, causing casualties and economic losses. Inhaling smoke can cause severe cardiovascular issues, such as heart failure.

By mimicking Giant Sequoia trees, we create fire-resistant infrastructure that takes longer to burn so that people could evacuate safely.

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Charlie

Oliver

Initial

Ideas/Sketches

Charlie's Idea 1

Alpaca's Fur, Fungi

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organisms considered



Properties Mimicked

• Giant Sequoia trees often do not burn during a wildfire
• Moisture-retaining bark of Giant Sequoia trees resists ignition

Implementation in Our Design

• Gel layer simulates the Sequoia’s moisture-retaining bark
• Sprinkler system keeps the gel and wooden exterior hydrated (like rain for trees)

Conceptual Precedents

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Conceptual Precedents

Time Stamp: until 0:22

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Technical Precedents

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Exterior Sketch (I)

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Interior Sketch (I)

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Iteration #1:

House (Exterior) Building

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Iteration #2:

Electronic Wiring + Code

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Iteration #3:

Debugging + Re-wiring

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ChatGPT Feedback:

• Add small holes or a textured surface to the walls of the house to mimic Giant Sequoia bark’s porous structure, improving water absorption and moisture retention for better fire resistance.
• Consider using a mister instead of a sprinkler.

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link to conversation in project feed



Exterior Sketch (II)

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Iteration #4:

Combining House and Electronics

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Future Planning

• Integrate a remote or fire-alert activation system for automatic deployment of water
• Use multi-directional misters to hydrate the gel layer from all sides
• Perform controlled burn tests to validate real-world performance (thanks Mr. Danziger!)

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Defy The Flames