Frugal Innovation

#Nigeria, #SouthAfrica and many third world countries are enduring power cuts on an almost daily basis. Embracing solution-driven physics can, therefore, be beneficial for addressing various challenges in those countries, such as #energy, #healthcare, and infrastructure. Physics-based solutions can help improve living conditions and promote #sustainable #development. Follow me @ Hezron Ochiel, MPRSK & I'll follow you back! #Physics #PowerCuts #Careers

This ingenious invention just changed the game. You don't need multi-million ideas to change lives. In the slums of the Philippines, there are often electricity shortages, Or even no access to electricity at all. The homes are small. Often built on top of each other. So they can be dark with little light. But this ingenious invention has changed that. Here's how it works: - Drill a hole in the roof - Fill a water bottle with water - Place the bottle securely in the roof And voila. An electricity free lighting method. Sustainable. Ingenious. Free. A great example of inventive thinking and the circular economy. After installation, this solar light bulb can provide approximately 55 watts of light from the sun! This invention is from Liter of Light a brilliant movement teaching green skills and creating green jobs for communities on the front lines of climate change. EDIT: A big thanks to Rosalie Mann who has provided me with important information after publication. There is a risk that this innovation is endangers the health of locals through the bottles releasing toxic chemicals. There is also a risk that solutions like this create a dependency on plastic that we are trying to eradicate. Another sign of how important the LinkedIn community is for a thorough debate and review of solutions. Thank you Rosalie! ?? Repost this to help your network Follow Dan Sherrard-Smith for more

??Reimagining Engineering for Indigenous Rights - A Lunch Panel on Decolonizing Critical Raw Materials (CRM)? ? ????How can we as engineers become allies to Indigenous Grassroot Movements??? ? The TU Delft Decolonial Working Group invites you to a Lunch Panel Discussion on defining the responsibility of engineers towards Indigenous rights. We are working on commemorating the so-called Columbus Day, aiming for its re-signification as the day of solidarity with Indigenous people. The panelists will discuss?on the topic of how we can reimage the role of engineering in supporting/enforcing Indigenous rights in CRM mining projects.? ? Panelists:? Chautuileo Tranamil – Indigenous Mapuche, Activist and Foundational member of the Indigenous Liberation Movement? Prof. David Peck – Spearhead of the Critical Raw Materials Group at TUDelft? Dr. Jaco Quist – Sustainable Innovations and Transitions at TUDelft? ? ? Assistant Professor of Ethics of Technology Dr. Andrea R. Gammon will moderate the conversation with the following confirmed speakers: The panel will close with the intervention of Myra Collis and Enseline Lenahan, two Indigenous activists who will further expose a case for a workshop/hackathon where TUDelft students, researchers and staff will explore possibilities for steering their education and research practices towards Indigenous rights.?? ? Panel Date:?October 14th? Time:?13:15 - 15:15?Location: Aula Collegezaal B Lunch included?? ? Workshop Date:?October 14th? Time:?15:30- 17:00?Location: Commissiekamer 3 ? Please register for the panel and/or the workshop?https://lnkd.in/eEZwnurp More information: Dr. Camilo Benitez Avila:?[email protected]?

The Liter of Light Project This project was launched to tackle the rising cost of electricity in the Philippines, aiming to illuminate 1 million homes. This innovative approach uses plastic bottles to provide indoor lighting from daylight, an idea originally developed by Brazilian mechanic Alfredo Moser. In 2011, the Liter of Light movement began, inspired by Moser’s simple yet effective invention. By mixing bleach with water in an empty bottle and placing it in a hole in the roof, Moser discovered he could illuminate his house during the day, creating the equivalent of a 40-60 Watt lightbulb. Filipino organization MyShelter adopted this concept and transformed it into a global movement, teaching communities how to install these lights. This solution is invaluable for areas lacking reliable electricity, lighting homes at no cost during daylight hours across the Philippines, India, Bangladesh, Tanzania, Argentina, and Fiji. Recognizing the need for night-time illumination, Litro de Luz developed a system to store solar energy. This system includes a solar panel, a battery, LED lamps inside a PET bottle, and a control circuit that activates the light as it gets dark. The Liter of Light project not only provides sustainable lighting but also empowers communities by teaching them to harness and utilize renewable energy. Together, we can bring light to the world, one bottle at a time. ???? #LiterofLight #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #CommunityEmpowerment #Innovation #SolarEnergy #GlobalImpact

Do you want to unlock efficiency with process improvement? Combine your creativity with KISS principle! +++ Keep It Simple, Stupid! +++ KISS is a design principle that emphasizes simplicity over complexity. It's based on the idea that simpler solutions are generally more robust, easier to understand, and less prone to errors. The principle advocates for a straightforward, minimalistic approach to design and problem-solving. Prioritize the essential features and functionalities, while avoiding over-engineering. It's widely applied in various fields: +problem-solving in general +software engineering +product design +architecture Remember, most systems work best if they are kept simple. Simplicity is your key goal. *** P.S. If you enjoyed this, repost it for your network and follow me for more.