Algae-Purified Washing Machine
Algae purifies laundry wastewater for reuse.
This algae-purified washing machine uses a spirulina bioreactor to clean and reuse laundry wastewater, creating a closed-loop water system. This concept is suitable for commercial installations like laundromats. It reduces water consumption and prevents polluted wastewater discharge by using a low-energy, bio-based purification method instead of chemicals or high energy. Its modular design supports easy repair and maintenance.
Company/Institution
Ming Chi University of Technology
Ming Chi University of Technology’s Department of Industrial Design is known for integrating creative thinking with strong engineering practice. The program emphasizes user-centered design, sustainable innovation, and hands-on problem solving. Students gain skills in product development, CMF design, human factors, and prototyping. With solid industry partnerships and real-world projects, the department prepares students to deliver practical and impactful design solutions.
Country
Taiwan
Designer(s)
Yeh Lo-Ying and Yi-Rou,Guo, advised by Prof. Kai-Chu Li
We are an industrial design team focused on product innovation and prototype validation. Our strengths include user research, product design, mechanical integration, and functional prototyping. With industry experience in mass-production projects, we can execute the full process from insight to testing. Through cross-disciplinary collaboration, we create user-centered and market-ready products, especially in sustainability, smart living, and healthcare design.