Peer Review of CarbonSorber Technology for Carbon Dioxide Removal and Climate Mitigation

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Mechanical engineering Robotics Environmental sustainabilitySkills
peer review business metrics performance metric greenhouse gas comparative analysis scalability research critical design review (cdr) agriculture biologyThe main goal of the project for the engineering students is to conduct a peer review of the CarbonSorber technology developed by Space Gate Corporation, assessing its feasibility, technical aspects, environmental impact, and making recommendations for improvement. The aim is to evaluate the potential of the technology in removing carbon dioxide and greenhouse gases from the Earth's atmosphere and its suitability for large-scale implementation, contributing to efforts in mitigating climate change.
- Familiarize themselves with the technology: Students should thoroughly understand the CarbonSorber technology and the process it uses to remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. This includes studying the underlying principles, mechanisms, and materials involved.
- Research existing literature: They should conduct a comprehensive literature review to understand the current state of carbon dioxide removal (CDR) technologies, including similar methods and their limitations. This research will help students gain insights into the novelty and potential advantages of the CarbonSorber technology.
- Analyze the technical aspects: Students need to evaluate the technical aspects of the technology. This includes examining the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of the CarbonSorber system. They should analyze its performance metrics, such as the rate of carbon dioxide removal, the conversion efficiency of the base material to calcium carbonate, and the overall environmental impact of the process.
- Assess the feasibility: Engineering students should assess the feasibility of implementing the technology on a larger scale. They need to consider factors like the availability and cost of the base material, the energy requirements, and the potential challenges associated with scaling up the process. It is important to evaluate whether the technology can achieve significant carbon dioxide removal and if it can be economically viable.
- Evaluate environmental impact: The students should assess the environmental impact of the technology throughout its lifecycle. This includes analyzing the emissions associated with the production and operation of the CarbonSorber system, as well as the impacts of reusing calcium carbonate in agriculture. They should consider any potential unintended consequences or risks associated with the process.
- Conduct comparative analysis: It would be beneficial for the students to compare the CarbonSorber technology with existing carbon dioxide removal methods. They should analyze the advantages, disadvantages, and limitations of the technology in relation to other approaches, such as direct air capture, biological solutions, or carbon capture and storage.
- Recommend improvements: Based on their analysis, the students should provide recommendations for improving the CarbonSorber technology. This could include suggestions for enhancing the efficiency, scalability, cost-effectiveness, or environmental sustainability of the system. They should also identify any research and development needs or areas for further investigation.
- Prepare a comprehensive report: Finally, the engineering students should compile their findings, analysis, and recommendations into a comprehensive report. The report should present their evaluation of the technology's potential and limitations, highlighting both its strengths and weaknesses. It should be structured in a logical and organized manner, providing clear and evidence-based justifications for their conclusions and recommendations.
Students will work closely with CEO, Michael who is supervising and available for questions. This will also include occasional progress meetings where adjustments to the students' tasks and duties can be made if necessary.
About the company
Space Gate processes and technologies removes Carbon Dioxide and other greenhouse gases from earth's atmosphere, permanently, forever.