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• 12:01, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:060SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (060SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration of stackability of moulded components, as well as the incorporation of multiples of the same moulding. )
• 12:00, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:058SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (058SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Moulding and assembly exploration.)
• 11:59, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:057SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (057SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Technical exploration.)
• 11:58, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:056SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (056SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration of lifting handles, for removing covering lid from the filter assembly.)
• 11:57, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:053SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (053SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Concept exploration relating the covering lid. This lid prevents contamination from dust, insects, animals etc.)
• 11:54, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:052SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (052SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Concept exploration relating the covering lid. This lid prevents contamination from dust, insects, animals etc.)
• 11:54, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:051SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (051SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Multi-functionality of the covering lid. The interior of the covering lid would remain clean as it is not exposed to contaminants. If this lid can be used as clean surface on which filter maintenance could take place...)
• 11:52, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:050SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (050SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Concept exploration relating the covering lid. This lid prevents contamination from dust, insects, animals etc. )
• 11:50, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:049SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (049SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton If filter is suspended, there are areas of concern with the filter swaying. Placing the spigot near to the center will minimise the amount of sway if the tap is handled.)
• 11:48, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:048SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (048SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Alternative spigot design exploration.)
• 11:47, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:047SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (047SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton If the filter were to be suspended form above, how can the filling procedure be undertaken. This page explores refilling procedures.)
• 11:46, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:046SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (046SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton If the filter were to be suspended form above, how can the filling procedure be undertaken. This page explores refilling procedures.)
• 11:45, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:045SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (045SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration of the possibility for the filter unit to be suspended from above. This would make it a lot more difficult for insects/animals to contaminate the filtered water. Lowering the filter brings complications w...)
• 11:43, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:041SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (041SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration of standardised components. If the filter comprised of multiples of the same moulding, how would it assemble? This page explores locating pins assisting in assembly.)
• 11:42, 11 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:040SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (040SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration of standardised components. If the filter comprised of multiples of the same moulding, how would it assemble? This page explores locating pins assisting in assembly.)
• 12:39, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:037SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (037SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring fastening/assembly methods.)
• 12:35, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:035SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (035SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Utilising repeating components for added functionality with lowest tooling costs. If the support stand was made from the same moulding as one of the receptacle main components, only one set of tools need to be made. )
• 12:33, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:034SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (034SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Composition alternatives. Lifting the ceramic pot filter higher than the lip of the receptacle would allow for a larger internal storage volume of filtered water. )
• 12:31, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:033SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (033SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration of auto-filling solutions.)
• 12:30, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:031SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (031SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Suspending the filter from above a table may provide an interesting solution to decanting and refilling. The roof would therefore be required to handle the downward force of a full receptacle. This may be rather dang...)
• 12:28, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:030SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (030SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring alternative methods of filter water retrieval from the filter. Users may be more accustomed to decanting using a mug, as opposed to retrieving from a spigot.)
• 12:26, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:029SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (029SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration ergonomics for filter transport. This is not a method of water collection or transportation, this serves as a method of transporting the filter home, from a place of purchasing/supply. )
• 12:22, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:028SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (028SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton A low filter position would allow for easy filling of the filter element, however, retrieving the filtered water from the unit would prove very tricky. I explored possible methods of water retrieval from the filter i...)
• 12:21, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:027SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (027SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring the possibility of an "auto filling" solution, to maintain a level in the ceramic filter element. This would decrease the number of necessary fillings.)
• 12:15, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:024SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (024SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Loose legs may be attached with a ratched or tie-down type system. These legs may be comprised of materials on hand. Wood, steel etc. Many components will result in a user un-friendly assembly procedure allowing for...)
• 12:13, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:023SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (023SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton If the receptacle were to be manufactured out of a thin enough material, it may be able to collapse into a much smaller amount of space. This would suit warehousing, shipping, and distribution. However, it would be ...)
• 11:56, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:022SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (022SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring options for filter receptacle. Possibly 'upcycling'of a suitable existing plastic bottle would allow for a hole to be cut, into which the filter element could be lowered.)
• 11:54, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:021SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (021SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring options for filter receptacle. Possibly 'upcycling'of a suitable existing plastic bottle would allow for a hole to be cut, into which the filter element could be lowered. )
• 11:51, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:019SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (019SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring possible filter placement options. This is due to the fact that households researched, did not have free surfaces onto which the filter may be placed. This would need to accommodate retrieving water from th...)
• 11:50, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:018SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (018SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring possible filter placement options. This is due to the fact that households researched, did not have free surfaces onto which the filter may be placed. This would need to accommodate retrieving water from th...)
• 11:48, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:017SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (017SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton A step in the profile of the receptacle may aid in creating a strong, rigid component. The form of the receptacle may aid in the incorporation of a stand. )
• 11:45, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:016SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (016SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring manufacture of Filter Receptacle Extrusion Blow Moulding (same process used for manufacture of large white plastic milk bottles) would allow for a component with a narrower opening than the standard 'bucket...)
• 11:43, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:014SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (014SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring manufacture of filter stand. Mild Steel Round Bar.)
• 11:41, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:013SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (013SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Lack of placement surfaces in most households means the users have to create a 'make shift' placement surface. Incorporating a stand into the filter makes the most sense. Three legs would allow the filter to not wobb...)
• 11:40, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:012SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (012SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Lack of placement surfaces in most households means the users have to create a 'make shift' placement surface. Incorporating a stand into the filter makes the most sense. Three legs would allow the filter to not wobbl...)
• 11:39, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:011SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (011SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Lack of placement surfaces in most households means the users have to create a 'make shift' placement surface. Incorporating a stand into the filter makes the most sense. Three legs would allow the filter to not wobbl...)
• 11:36, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:010SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (010SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Lack of placement surfaces in most households means the users have to create a 'make shift' placement surface. Incorporating a stand into the filter makes the most sense.)
• 11:35, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:009SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (009SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploring the possibility of the increase of internal volume of the Ceramic Pot Filter. The current Pot Filter was approximately 8 or 9 liters. Increasing the internal volume would allow for fewer fillings, but a more...)
• 11:33, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:006SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (006SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton The analysis and exploration of manufacture of the mechanical filtration element. Ceramic Pot Filter, form the Potters For Peace. )
• 11:27, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:005SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (005SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton. Exploration and analysis of the existing handle on the sample Potpaz Filters.)
• 11:23, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:004SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (004SketchPortfolio_UJ_MartinBolton Exploration and analysis of the existing handle on the sample Potpaz Filters.)
• 11:16, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Vhembe Filter Diagram.jpg (Vhembe Filter Diagram)
• 09:41, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Vhembe Water Filter Stackability.jpg (Vhembe Water Filter Stackability)
• 09:40, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Vhembe Water Filter Lid.jpg (Vhembe Water Filter Lid)
• 09:37, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Vhembe Water Filter Components Martin Bolton University of Johannesburg.jpg (Vhembe Water Filter Components)
• 09:35, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Vhembe Water Filter Colour Swatch.jpeg (Vhembe Water Filter Colour Swatch)
• 09:16, 10 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Filter Design Requirements.JPG (Design requirements used for the development of the Vhembe Filter.)
• 12:17, 9 January 2013 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:Vhembe Water Filter assembled Martin Bolton University of Johannesburg.jpg (CAD rendering of assembled Vhembe Water Filter)
• 13:50, 4 December 2012 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:002SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (Page 002 of the Sketch Portfolio illustrating the design development of the Vhembe Water Filter.)
• 13:43, 4 December 2012 Martin Bolton talk contribs uploaded File:001SketchPortfolio UJ MartinBolton.JPG (Page 001 of the Sketch Portfolio illustrating the design development of the Vhembe Water Filter.)