EMBOIDED ENERGY

MATERIAL	DENSITY(kg/m^3)
Aluminium	2710
Nylon rod	1140
Iron ore	7800
Acrylic sheet	1200
Foam sheet	6.2

MATERIAL	EMBOIDED ENERGY(MJ/Kg)
Aluminium	191
Nylon rod	148
L clamp	153
Acrylic sheet	117
Foam sheet	85
Nut & Bolt	153

MATERIAL	LENGTH	WIDTH	THICKNESS	VOLUME	WEIGHT	QUANTITY	TOTAL WEIGHT	UNIT EMBOIDED ENERGY	TOTAL EMBOIDED ENERGY
Acrylic	0.3	0.12	0.002	0.000072	0.0864	1	0.0864	117	10.10
Foam	0.45	0.3	0.008	0.0108	0.0669	1	0.0669	85	5.7
Foam	0.22	0.05	0.005	0.0055	0.0341	1	0.0341	85	3
C-channel	0.17	0.050	0.001	0.0085	0.0304	1	0.0304	191	5.73
Aluminium Sq pipe	0.10	0.012	0.001	0.0000012	0.0033	4	0.0132	191	2.52
Foam	0.03	0.05	0.004	0.0000006	0.00003	1	0.00003	85	0.003
Foam	0.15	0.15	0.012	0.00027	0.00168	1	0.00168	85	0.143
L clamp	-	-	-	-	0.02	8	0.16	153	24.5
Nut & Bolt	-	-	-	-	0.008	20	0.16	153	24.48
C clamp	0.1	0.05	0.001	0.000005	0.0134	1	0.0134	191	2.55
Foam	0.04	0.17	0.01	0.000068	0.0043	1	0.0043	85	0.36
Nylon rod	-	-	-	-	0.1	2	0.2	145	29
Aluminium	0.18	0.012	0.001	0.000002	0.06	1	0.06	191	11.46
Nut & bolt	-	-	-	-	0.008	10	0.08	153	12.24
Aluminium patti	0.07	0.025	0.001	0.00000175	0.005	1	0.005	191	0.95
Foam	0.3	0.3	0.008	0.00072	0.047	1	0.047	85	4
L clamp	-	-	-	-	0.02	16	0.32	153	48.96
Aluminium patti	0.1	0.025	0.001	0.0000025	0.007	1	0.007	191	1.33
Acrylic	0.08	0.02	0.004	0.0000064	0.008	1	0.008	117	1
Acrylic	0.17	0.03	0.006	0.00000306	0.004	1	0.004	117	0.5
Nut & Bolt	-	-	-	-	0.008	30	0.24	191	45.84
L clamp	-	-	-	-	0.02	10	0.02	153	30.6
C channel	0.17	0.025	0.001	0.00000425	0.01	1	0.01	191	2
Aluminium patti	0.17	0.025	0.001	0.00000425	0.01	1	0.01	191	2
Nut & Bolt	-	-	-	-	0.008	15	0.12	191	23
Aluminium patti	0.10	0.025	0.001	0.000000025	0.007	1	0.007	191	1.3
Total Energy									293.2

SUSTAINABILITY

Sustainability is something that is ranked top amid the important parts for an engineer to take into consideration. Here we discuss different concepts like Life cycle assisment, Carbon footprint, Embodied energy and etc. In accordance with our course project we have used materials like Nylon, Aluminium, Foam and etc. Keeping Carbon footprint and Embodied energy in mind, we have found out a few alternatives for the materials used below:

1. Foam Board:

a) Recycled paper: Paper-based boards made from recycled materials have a significantly lower embodied energy and carbon footprint than foam boards. They are also biodegradable and can be recycled after use.

b) Bamboo: Bamboo is a fast-growing, renewable material that has a lower embodied energy and carbon footprint than most conventional building materials. It is also strong, lightweight, and easy to work with.

c) Biodegradable plastics: There are several types of biodegradable plastics that can be used as an alternative to foam boards. These materials have a lower carbon footprint than conventional plastics, and can also biodegrade in the environment.

When choosing alternative materials for foam boards, it is important to consider factors such as availability, cost, and suitability for the specific project.

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2.Acrylic Sheet:

Acrylic sheets, also known as Plexiglas or Perspex, are commonly used in various projects due to their durability, transparency, and versatility. However, they have a relatively high embodied energy and carbon footprint due to their petroleum-based production process. Here are some alternatives that can be used,

a) Glass: Glass is a highly sustainable material that is made from natural and abundant resources, such as sand and recycled glass. It has a low embodied energy and carbon footprint, and it is also recyclable.

b) Cellulose acetate: Cellulose acetate is a plant-based material that is made from wood pulp or cotton fibers. It has a lower embodied energy and carbon footprint than acrylic sheets, and it is also biodegradable and compostable.

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3.Aluminium:

Aluminum is a versatile material used in many projects due to its strength, durability, and lightweight nature. However, aluminum production has a high carbon footprint, and the mining of bauxite, the primary raw material for aluminum, can have negative environmental impacts. Here are some alternative materials that can be used in projects with lower environmental impacts:

a) Bamboo: Bamboo is a sustainable and renewable material that can be used in place of aluminum in some applications. It has high strength-to-weight ratio, and it is also biodegradable.

b) Composites: Composite materials are made from a combination of two or more materials to achieve specific properties. Some composites, such as fiber-reinforced plastics or wood-plastic composites, can be used as a substitute for aluminum in certain applications.