Description
This community-based research project focuses on collaborating with Achuar indigenous communities in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest to enhance their river transportation methods. The relentless expansion of infrastructure has posed significant threats to the Amazon's preservation, particularly affecting indigenous communities like the Achuar. The project aims to optimize composite canoes to improve river transportation and eliminate the potential for road development. Key areas of focus include drag performance, fuel efficiency, construction durability, load-carrying capacity, engine mounting, maneuverability, and adaptation to electric propulsion systems. The project seeks to identify solutions that offer maximum value to the communities while being feasible for manufacturing in remote Amazon locations.
Optimization of composite canoes in Achuar Communities
This community-based research project focuses on collaborating with Achuar indigenous communities in the Ecuadorian Amazon Rainforest to enhance their river transportation methods. The relentless expansion of infrastructure has posed significant threats to the Amazon's preservation, particularly affecting indigenous communities like the Achuar. The project aims to optimize composite canoes to improve river transportation and eliminate the potential for road development. Key areas of focus include drag performance, fuel efficiency, construction durability, load-carrying capacity, engine mounting, maneuverability, and adaptation to electric propulsion systems. The project seeks to identify solutions that offer maximum value to the communities while being feasible for manufacturing in remote Amazon locations.
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Faculty Mentor: Odesma Dalrymple