{"id":490993,"date":"2024-10-25T15:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-25T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/innovationorigins.com\/?p=490993"},"modified":"2024-10-25T15:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-10-25T13:00:00","slug":"designers-collaborate-to-shape-carbyons-modular-co2-capture-machines-for-the-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ioplus.nl\/archive\/en\/designers-collaborate-to-shape-carbyons-modular-co2-capture-machines-for-the-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Designers collaborate to shape Carbyon\u2019s modular CO2 capture machines for the future"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

In a rarely seen fusion of technology and design, Carbyon, a company developing cutting-edge direct air capture (DAC) technology, has partnered with four designers to reimagine the appearance and functionality of its CO\u2082-capturing machines. Hosted by Beatrix Bos, project manager and impact creator at Carbyon, a conversation with the designers highlighted how design can shape public perception and contribute to the global fight against climate change. As the designers each presented their concepts, it became clear that they aimed to make these machines efficient and visually captivating.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bridging the gap between technology and design<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe are going to take CO\u2082 from the air using beautiful machines,\u201d began Beatrix Bos, setting the tone for the conversation. \u201cThis concept is still uncommon for many people; at Carbyon, we sometimes forget that.\u201d She pointed out that while the company has been focused on technological development, they realized the importance of how the public perceives the machines. With that in mind, Carbyon collaborated with designers to create modular DAC machines that would function effectively and resonate aesthetically with people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Bos reflected on the tech and design world divide and stressed the need to bridge that gap. \u201cDuring Dutch Design Week, we see almost no regional tech companies. That\u2019s strange because design and technology should come together.” To bring these worlds closer, Carbyon partnered with the Dutch Design Foundation to engage four designers with diverse perspectives, each tackling the challenge of designing a machine that captures carbon directly from the air.<\/p>\n\n\n

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15 million for Carbyon to demonstrate its fast-swing Direct Air Capture technology<\/div>
Until now, the groundbreaking and patented technology developed by Carbyon to extract CO2 directly from the atmosphere could only be seen in the lab. <\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n

Joris Zandbergen: Visualizing airflow with \u2018Airscapes\u2019<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The first designer, Joris Zandbergen, presented a concept called Airscapes<\/em>. His vision was to expose the internal processes of CO\u2082 removal, making the invisible visible. \u201cWith solar panels, it\u2019s hard to see what they\u2019re doing, but with wind turbines, you can see the function,\u201d Zandbergen explained. He wanted to apply this principle to Carbyon\u2019s machines by designing panels that would move in response to air currents, allowing people to visualize the airflow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His design featured high-speed, flexible panels that would wobble slightly when the machine was operational. \u201cThe panels are reflective, so you can see the movements even better, creating a kind of dance with the wind,\u201d he added. Zandbergen\u2019s goal was not just functionality but also sparking curiosity among passersby. He hoped to create a tangible connection between the machine and its purpose by making the air in and outflow more visible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Designers collaborate to shape Carbyon\u2019s modular CO\u2082 capture machines: Joris Zandbergen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Yotam Sion: Transforming machines into \u2018Air Towers\u2019<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yotam Sion drew inspiration from iconic structures like water towers for his design, naming his concept Air Tower<\/em>. The idea was to make the machines visually prominent yet approachable, turning them into \u201cfriendly giants\u201d in the landscape. Sion envisioned the CO\u2082 capture machines as structures reaching the sky, like a windmill or a lighthouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI chose a white color for the design, symbolizing clean air,\u201d he explained. Sion also introduced making the machines modular and customizable, possibly using transparent or colored panels. His design wasn\u2019t just about removing carbon\u2014it was about creating a recognizable landmark that could blend into or stand out in different environments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sion mentioned that some people likened his design to something from a sci-fi movie, while others saw it as a more familiar and approachable structure. \u201cIt\u2019s funny that it can have such different associations, but that\u2019s what makes it interesting,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Designers collaborate to shape Carbyon\u2019s modular CO\u2082 capture machines: Yotam Sion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Lotte Wigman: Turning carbon capture into an oasis<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Lotte Wigman approached the project from an ecological perspective. Her design, AquaTerra Oasis<\/em>, envisioned the machines contributing to local ecosystems, particularly in arid environments like deserts. \u201cOne of the locations where we might place these machines is the desert, where there\u2019s a lot of energy and space,\u201d Bos explained on behalf of Wigman.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Her concept was inspired by the DAC machines, which also capture water as a byproduct. Wigman proposed using this water to irrigate the land around the machines, creating an oasis in the desert. She was inspired by circle irrigation systems, where water is distributed evenly around a central point, and incorporated this into her design. \u201cThis gives the machine a more natural feel, turning it into something that works with nature rather than against it.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wigman also focused on using natural materials for the machine\u2019s exterior, making it more harmonious with the surrounding environment. Her design aimed to transform carbon capture plants into thriving ecosystems that could contribute to local biodiversity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Designers collaborate to shape Carbyon\u2019s modular CO\u2082 capture machines: Lotte Wigman<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Joshua Holetz: Blending machines with nature<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Joshua Holetz took a different approach, focusing on how the machines could blend into their surroundings. His design was inspired by organic forms found in nature, such as the armadillo\u2019s shell or the structure of a lobster. \u201cI wanted the machine to become a naturalized part of the environment, not something alien,\u201d Holetz explained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

His design featured modular panels that could be customized using local materials like clay or recycled wood, making each machine unique to its location. \u201cYou could even collaborate with local artists to create specific designs for each machine, turning them into works of art,\u201d he suggested.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Holetz explored a horizontal modular design, which could be adapted depending on available space. In urban environments, smaller, more compact modules could be installed in parks, while larger plants could be deployed in open areas like deserts. \u201cThe goal is to make the machine part of the landscape or even create a new landscape where people can interact,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Designers collaborate to shape Carbyon\u2019s modular CO\u2082 capture machines: Joshua Holetz<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

A vision for the future<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Beatrix Bos reflected on the designers\u2019 contributions as the meeting wrapped up. \u201cThis project gives us a peek into the future,\u201d she said. While the machines are still in development, Carbyon plans to continue integrating design into the process, ensuring their machines are functional, visually appealing, and environmentally conscious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Though there may not be a single winner in this design challenge, the collaboration has sparked a conversation that will shape the future of Carbyon\u2019s direct air capture machines, turning them into symbols of innovation in the fight against climate change.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The four design products are displayed in the Eindhoven Klokgebouw during Dutch Design Week, which runs until Sunday, October 27.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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