Faculty Mentor(s)
Prof. Wade
For Communication to Presenters & Mentors
cegomezgutierr@olivet.edu, cseibert@olivet.edu, orwheeler@olivet.edu, mowade@olivet.edu, kaschimmel@olivet.edu
Project Type
Senior Design Project
Scholarship Domain(s)
Scholarship of Discovery
Presentation Type
Presentation
Abstract
This project addresses a critical challenge faced by small-scale, family-owned fish farms in Guatemala, providing adequate oxygen to their fishponds due to the lack of reliable grid power and high energy costs. The primary goal is to design a sustainable and cost-effective solution that ensures continuous oxygenation within the range of 5-7 parts per million (ppm) of dissolved oxygen (DO). To achieve this, the solution must operate independently of grid power, withstand Guatemala's environmental conditions, and be replicable by local farmers for widespread accessibility. The holistic design objectives focus on boosting fish harvest yields, reducing operational costs, promoting sustainability, empowering local farmers, and integrating seamlessly with the unique cultural and resource context of Guatemala. Despite essential constraints such as minimal overhead costs, a compact footprint, and the use of locally available materials, the solution prioritizes safety for both humans and fish, while respecting the cultural fabric of Guatemala.
Permission Type
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License.
Enhancing Fish Farming Sustainability in Guatemala: A Cost-Effective Oxygenation Solution
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This project addresses a critical challenge faced by small-scale, family-owned fish farms in Guatemala, providing adequate oxygen to their fishponds due to the lack of reliable grid power and high energy costs. The primary goal is to design a sustainable and cost-effective solution that ensures continuous oxygenation within the range of 5-7 parts per million (ppm) of dissolved oxygen (DO). To achieve this, the solution must operate independently of grid power, withstand Guatemala's environmental conditions, and be replicable by local farmers for widespread accessibility. The holistic design objectives focus on boosting fish harvest yields, reducing operational costs, promoting sustainability, empowering local farmers, and integrating seamlessly with the unique cultural and resource context of Guatemala. Despite essential constraints such as minimal overhead costs, a compact footprint, and the use of locally available materials, the solution prioritizes safety for both humans and fish, while respecting the cultural fabric of Guatemala.