U3: Site Grid to City Grid for 3-10 Homes
Connection to City Utility Grid for Electric, Water, Sewer, Gas, and Data. Managed Distribution to Living Units.
- Handshake with City Utility Lines and Meters
- Water Heater and Hydronics
- Fresh and Blackwater Pumps
- Digital Control and Monitoring
- U3E for All Electric Version. U3ES for Solar Version
U3: Site Grid to City Grid for 3-10 Homes
Connection to City Utility Grid for Electric, Water, Sewer, Gas, and Data. Managed Distribution to Living Units.
- Handshake with City Utility Lines and Meters
- Water Heater and Hydronics
- Fresh and Blackwater Pumps
- Digital Control and Monitoring
- U3E for All Electric Version. U3ES for Solar Version
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Concept: A low cost minimalist shelter with on-board utilities for urban homeless.
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Environment: Current Urban Encampments.
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Occupancy: 1-4 people as family.
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Servicing: Weekly replenishment of utilities, and food / personal care items through external access only of utility area. No service provider access to personal space. Service provided by non-profit / religious organizations.
- Base Requirements:
- Weatherproof: Exterior vandal resistant skin for weather protection and insulation. Including floor and roof.
- Security and Safety: Security windowed door with keyed exterior access. Escape window and security screen for emergency egress and ventilation on open from interior.
- Personal Use: Sleeping area above floor. Maximum storage space for personal goods
- Ability to Clean: Wall supported interior fixtures to maintain clear floor area for cleaning.
- Movable: Design as a skid to winch onto tilt trailer for delivery and re-location.
- Aesthetics: Home-like exterior and interior design and finishes.
- Utilities fed from Remote Utility Unit:
- Clean Water: Water for sanitation, hygiene, and possible drinking – cooking.
- Wastewater: Wastewater from toilet, sink, and possible floor drain.
- HVAC Systems: Ventilation, heating, and cooling.
- Power: 12V DC Power Supply from Utility Unit