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Nacre Nest
A smart pearl farming system
Industry: Sustainable Aquaculture
Year: 2023
Design Brief
Nacre Nest is an advanced system that enables controlled pearl farming in lab environments, ensuring higher yield and sustainability.
Research
Traditional pearl farming is highly dependent on natural water bodies, leading to environmental risks and inconsistent yields.
Problem Analysis
The traditional paint selection process is tedious, involving trial-and-error sampling, wastage, and a lack of accurate visualization.
Ideation
A self-contained pearl farming unit was designed to regulate water conditions, optimize feeding, and ensure better pearl cultivation.
Solution
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Controlled aquatic environment for consistent pearl formation
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Smart filtration & feeding system to enhance oyster health
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Stackable & expandable design for scalable farming
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Automated feeding system for optimal nutrition
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Water quality monitoring & filtration for a stable ecosystem
Filteration & Feeding
Prototyping
To validate the design, multiple proof-of-concept (POC) models were developed:
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POC 1: Simulated a modified Reverse Aquaculture System, ensuring controlled water flow and stable pearl formation.
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POC 2: Experimented with oyster and fish cohabitation, recreating an ideal ecosystem for pearl cultivation.
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POC 3: Tested a cylindrical water flow system, analyzing how circular motion affects oyster health and pearl quality
Impact
Nacre Nest ensures sustainable, high-quality pearl production while reducing environmental dependency, benefiting both farmers and the luxury jewelry industry.
Winner of the Silver IDA award in Industrial Design category
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