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| reference_implementations:water_towers:wt_5m_brick [2026/02/22 21:12] – bsamuel | reference_implementations:water_towers:wt_5m_brick [2026/02/22 23:15] (current) – bsamuel | ||
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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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| ===== Hydraulic Layout ===== | ===== Hydraulic Layout ===== | ||
| - | * 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 to simple drainage or secondary container | * Overflow routed to simple drainage or secondary container | ||
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| * Basic stability ensured by the cross/X brick pattern | * Basic stability ensured by the cross/X brick pattern | ||
| * Keep tank weight within reasonable limits (full tank ~5 tons) | * Keep tank weight within reasonable limits (full tank ~5 tons) | ||
| - | * Ladder and hatch should be used carefully | + | * Ladder and hatch should be used carefully |
| + | * 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 | ||
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| + | ===== Versioning Note ===== | ||
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| + | * This design is **so simple and locally adaptable** that traditional versioning practically does not apply | ||
| + | * Builders may adjust dimensions, brick patterns, or tank placement according to local materials and skills | ||
| + | * Basic stability and functional operation should be maintained | ||
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