Violet Goodlet
Bachelor of Industrial Design, Honours, Final Year
I completed a four-year journey at Western Sydney University, studying Honours in Industrial Design 2023. My fascination with mathematics, physics, and science has been beneficial during my academic pursuit. This curiosity drives me to explore these subjects to understand a wider scope of topics. I'm dedicated to integrating creativity and innovation, shaped through my studies, to forge a future where design and technology coexist seamlessly. My project, a spacecraft device designed to decompose plastic waste, exemplifies my commitment to sustainability. This initiative aims to address the environmental impact of space missions, contributing to a more eco-friendly approach in space exploration.
Spacecraft Plastic Waste Decomposition Device
This research project tackles a considerable issue in space exploration—plastic waste management within spacecrafts. We're on a mission to create an innovative spacecraft waste management system that not only addresses this concern but also turns it into a valuable resource.
The primary objective is to design, implement, and evaluate a spacecraft waste management system that harnesses bacterial enzymes to effectively decompose plastic waste. The magic happens as we turn this decomposition process into a source of usable gas, potentially serving as fuel, lighting, or heating for the spacecraft.
Our approach is multidisciplinary, bringing together the best from industrial design, microbiology, engineering, and materials science. We've carefully designed the system, featuring a user-friendly waste entry mechanism, an airlock with UV disinfection to ensure safety, and an optimized decomposition chamber enclosed in glass. It's not just about waste management; it's about turning waste into a valuable asset.
Understanding the research scope, covers the entire lifecycle of this innovative waste management system, from design to fabrication, testing, and evaluation. We're focused on technical feasibility, efficiency, and safety, ensuring that this system can operate seamlessly in the confined, resource-limited environment of a spacecraft. Consider this project is not just about solving a problem; it's about aligning with the principles of sustainability, resource efficiency, and innovation in space exploration. To perhaps create a paradigm shift in waste management practices, ushering in a more eco-conscious, self-sustaining approach to space missions. Ideally, we may revolutionize plastic waste management in spacecraft by leveraging bacterial enzymes for decomposition and gas extraction.
By adhering to the principles of sustainability and innovative design, our project aims to enhance the efficiency and safety of waste disposal while contributing to the broader objectives of sustainable space exploration. This isn't just waste management; it's a transformative approach to a cleaner, more sustainable space.
