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Innovative Chimney Cleaning Solutions: Effective Design & Prototyping in Creosote Removal

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On April 26, 2011, Team Clean, comprising William Land, Matthew Vida, Keith Martin, and Robert Edling, tackled the chimney creosote build-up issue, caused by condensation, wood particles, and water vapor. Their design criteria focused on creating an inexpensive, universal, and durable chimney cleaning solution with one-time installation, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal. With a successful proof of concept via testing, the team identified both successes and challenges, including cable unraveling. Future recommendations and a cost analysis will guide improvements in prototype production.

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Innovative Chimney Cleaning Solutions: Effective Design & Prototyping in Creosote Removal

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  1. Chim Ease Chimney Cleaning Solutions April 26, 2011 Team Clean William LandMatthew VidaKeith MartinRobert Edling

  2. creosote = condensation + wood particles water vapor gases smoke The Problem: Creosote Creosote build-up + Heat Chimney fire Cracked tile, melted mortar

  3. Jason Gabler’s Prototype, From this to This

  4. Sponsor Specifications • Inexpensive • Universal • Easy to: • Use • Manufacture • Install • Safe & Effective

  5. The Concept, effective and easy. Criteria for Design: • One time installation • Corrosion resistant • Universal design for square, rectangular,and round chimneys • Low cost • Aesthetically pleasing and permanent mount • Durable and universal brush

  6. The Top Arch Support (Final): 3D Solid Model & Real Image

  7. The Basket Brush (Old): 3D Solid Model

  8. The Basket Brush (Final): Circumferential Springs

  9. Cable Drum (Old): 3D Solid Model • Easy to install • Powered by user • Unobtrusive

  10. Cable Drum (Final): 3D Solid Model

  11. System Testing: Successes and Complications Cable unraveled on drum during testing due to loss of tension

  12. Looking Back: Recommendations & Conclusions In conclusion, our design met all of the engineering specifications outlined in the beginning of the project. Proof of concept was established through testing. Possible design improvements are outlined below.

  13. Looking Forward: Cost Analysis – Prototype & Production

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