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===The Aim of the Project=== | ===The Aim of the Project=== | ||
In this project we are developing a device (incubator or reactor) which will make experimenting with | In this project we are developing a device (incubator or reactor) which will make experimenting with fermentation easier and more fun by being able to control, measure record conditions such as temperature and humidity. The long term goal is to offer the public a blue print of an affordable home fermentation device. Ideally we will produce easy to assemble kits which we make available on-line. If things go really well, we could make a complete, ready-to-use product. | ||
Now, what should our short, medium and long term goals be? | |||
==== Features and principles which we pursue ==== | ==== Features and principles which we pursue ==== | ||
* | * Open source - we share what we do, please do share too | ||
* | * Versatility - The incubator should allow for a variety of different cultures to be fermented/grown. For example, cultivating yogurt cultures, tempeh, growing mushrooms etc. | ||
* | * Robust and upgradeable - What we build should last; the old models should be easy and cheap to upgrade to the next generation design specifications. | ||
* | * Environmentally friendly - If possible, we should try to use materials that do not harm the environment. | ||
* | * Project continuity - When the working prototype is done, we should start to work on next generation. | ||
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==== Places for discussion, coordination and inspiration ==== | ==== Places for discussion, coordination and inspiration ==== | ||
There are many places where you ca go to get inspired, lets summarize some of them here. For now we discuss experimental | There are many places where you ca go to get inspired, lets summarize some of them here. For now we discuss experimental incubators on our [http://lists.hackerspaces.org/mailman/listinfo/foodhackingbase food hacking base mailing list] and also on the [http://design.aeonfarm.com/ ark reactor/aeon farm design forum]. | ||
Revision as of 20:42, 24 December 2013
The Aim of the Project
In this project we are developing a device (incubator or reactor) which will make experimenting with fermentation easier and more fun by being able to control, measure record conditions such as temperature and humidity. The long term goal is to offer the public a blue print of an affordable home fermentation device. Ideally we will produce easy to assemble kits which we make available on-line. If things go really well, we could make a complete, ready-to-use product. Now, what should our short, medium and long term goals be?
Features and principles which we pursue
- Open source - we share what we do, please do share too
- Versatility - The incubator should allow for a variety of different cultures to be fermented/grown. For example, cultivating yogurt cultures, tempeh, growing mushrooms etc.
- Robust and upgradeable - What we build should last; the old models should be easy and cheap to upgrade to the next generation design specifications.
- Environmentally friendly - If possible, we should try to use materials that do not harm the environment.
- Project continuity - When the working prototype is done, we should start to work on next generation.
How to build a prototype
This section is dedicated to coming up with strategies to make the ei happen.
History of Experimental Incubator Project
For more info please check this section.
Places for discussion, coordination and inspiration
There are many places where you ca go to get inspired, lets summarize some of them here. For now we discuss experimental incubators on our food hacking base mailing list and also on the ark reactor/aeon farm design forum.