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| This blueprint is **non-normative** and intended as a **practical, | This blueprint is **non-normative** and intended as a **practical, | ||
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| ===== Functional Purpose ===== | ===== Functional Purpose ===== | ||
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| * Supports a **standard 5,000 L nylon tank** (locally available) | * Supports a **standard 5,000 L nylon tank** (locally available) | ||
| * Open-top tank for inspection and filling | * Open-top tank for inspection and filling | ||
| - | * Ladder | + | * Integrated |
| + | * Tank should be secured to the steel frame to resist tipping or lateral movement. | ||
| + | * Consider temporary ballast or partial filling | ||
| + | * Site placement should minimize exposure to prevailing winds. | ||
| * Designed to be **assembled with basic tools and local labor** | * Designed to be **assembled with basic tools and local labor** | ||
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| * Tank outlet feeds irrigation zones by gravity | * Tank outlet feeds irrigation zones by gravity | ||
| + | * **Minimum outlet height prevents complete emptying** to maintain tank stability | ||
| * Isolation valve allows manual control | * Isolation valve allows manual control | ||
| * Overflow routed safely to drainage or secondary container | * Overflow routed safely to drainage or secondary container | ||
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| * Keep steel frame connections tight and stable | * Keep steel frame connections tight and stable | ||
| - | * Ladder and hatch should be used carefully | + | * Ladder and hatch should be used carefully |
| - | * Ensure the frame is level and anchored for basic stability | + | * Ladder should be protected from being accessed by children |
| + | * Ensure the frame is level and anchored for basic stability | ||
| + | * Empty or near-empty tanks are more susceptible to wind forces; take care during strong wind events | ||
| + | * Ensure tank straps, brackets, or anchoring to the frame are installed and checked regularly | ||
| * Overflow and basic manual valve operation prevent flooding | * Overflow and basic manual valve operation prevent flooding | ||
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| * Optional water level sensor for Field Controller logging | * Optional water level sensor for Field Controller logging | ||
| * AOFS control can read tank level for irrigation scheduling | * AOFS control can read tank level for irrigation scheduling | ||
| + | * Controller can enforce a minimum water level to ensure the tank remains gravity-stable against wind forces | ||
| + | * Controller may connect to global weather forecasts when internet is available | ||
| + | * High wind or storm warnings trigger alerts to the operator | ||
| + | * Controller can temporarily fill or maintain tank level to prevent tipping during forecasted high winds | ||
| + | * Irrigation may be suspended or modified to reduce risk to infrastructure | ||
| * Manual bypass always available — irrigation continues even if electronics are offline | * Manual bypass always available — irrigation continues even if electronics are offline | ||
| ===== Versioning Note ===== | ===== Versioning Note ===== | ||
| - | * This design is **simple and locally adjustable**, | + | * This design is **simple and locally adjustable**, |
| - | * Builders may adapt frame dimensions, tank placement, or assembly method according to available steel, tools, and skills. | + | * Builders may adapt frame dimensions, tank placement, or assembly method according to available steel, tools, and skills |
| - | * Basic stability and functional operation should be maintained. | + | * Basic stability and functional operation should be maintained |
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