The Project

Problem Statement

The massive amounts of carbon dioxide produced by automobiles may be a leading contributor to global warming. The adoption of greener automotives and cleaner technology is a long process that requires much investment. The problem is to develop a way to reduce carbon dioxide emissions that can be retrofitted with current technology and widely available to car owners.

System Diagram

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Requirements

Research and testing will be conducted on the process of forcing a chemical reaction in carbon dioxide emissions

Specifications

  • Size: Device should be able to fit onto an exhaust pipe and allow room for clearance of the car.
  • Weight: Device should be less than 40 lbs and not cause strain on the tail pipe.
  • Protection: Device must be able to withstand small impacts while car is in motion and should be thermally insulated from the elements.
  • Electrical: Device must be as unobtrustive as possible on the car system. It must also be able to quickly connect and disconnect for maintanence.
  • Environmental: Device must be capable of standing up to the outdoor elements and conditions while car is in motion.