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tent pole impacts and redesign - Key environmental impacts the Ozark Trail tent has in all of the stages of its life is determined here using a process tree. The process tree is then broken down into a part redesign, here the steel ferrule, to disassemble efficiently to replace broken fiberglass poles. Fiberglass poles are often glued directly to the steel ferrule making it difficult to recycle either product. The redesign is using a thread on both the steel and fiberglass for quick and easy disassembly.
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Tent Stake Impact Data - A process tree and impact assessment was used here to determine environmental damage in all stages of an aluminum tent stake life.
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Redesign Tent Stakes - Aluminum tent stakes bend very easily, leaving the user frustrated with the product. Bent tent stakes also end up in the landfill. The goal was to redesign the tent stake using a recycled plastic, reducing environmental impact. The top of the stake is round with raised four areas for reinforcement to absorb the impact of the foot or mallet pressure.
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