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Re-Mikania: Upcycling Mikania micrantha Materials

Industrial Design, National Cheng Kung University

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Native to Central and South America, Mikania micrantha is characterized by its iconic heart-shaped leaves. Due to its astonishing reproductive capacity, it has become one of Taiwan's top ten invasive alien species, infamously dubbed the 'green killer' or 'green cancer.'

This design transforms this ecologically hazardous invasive species into an innovative agricultural material with sustainable value. We extract its high-tenacity fibers and blend them with rayon to create a weed-suppressing 'Double-Layer Weed Control Mat.' Concurrently, leveraging its natural antibacterial properties, we designed the 'Vinegar Drainage Nail,' which allows Mikania micrantha wood vinegar to penetrate deep into the soil during application while simultaneously enhancing soil aeration.

This solution effectively addresses the air pollution pain point caused by the traditional burning of cleared weeds, while substantially reducing reliance on chemical pesticides. By turning a farmland destroyer into an innovative protective material, this project successfully flips an ecological liability into a circular solution for safeguarding the earth."

Transforming invasive Mikania micrantha, originally harmful to farmland ecosystems, into a sustainable innovative material that protects the earth. Designing vinegar-guiding stakes that secure weed-control fabric while channeling vinegar deep into the soil to enhance weed suppression. By spraying natural vinegar solution, it achieves antibacterial and insect-repellent effects while improving soil quality. Cross-sectional illustration of the nail, designed with openings to release vinegar solution into the soil.

Urban Algae Cooling Module

Department of Design, National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

UACM integrates natural cycles into industrial components to combat urban heat. The system utilizes algae photosynthesis to capture CO2 and release oxygen, acting as an urban lung. Simultaneously, it combines evaporative cooling with geometric structures for wind-flow induction, achieving efficient micro-climate regulation. This modular design transforms rigid boundaries into sustainable interfaces, fostering a resilient symbiotic relationship between cities and nature.

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