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Research Documents

This folder contains research findings, data analysis, and calculations that inform the specifications and designs.

Organization

Research docs are organized by topic and date (when time-sensitive).

Current Research

None yet - create as you gather data and perform analysis

Planned Research

Based on Development Roadmap:

Energy System Research

  • Solar resource assessment for Western Sahara
  • Solar resource assessment for Baja Peninsula
  • Wind resource assessment for target sites
  • Desalination technology efficiency comparison
  • Energy storage technology comparison
  • Renewable energy cost analysis

Water System Research

  • Seawater composition analysis
  • Irrigation efficiency for different crop types
  • Water demand modeling (seasonal)
  • Greywater treatment options

Agriculture Research

  • Crop yields in similar climates
  • Aquaponics system performance data
  • Livestock feed efficiency (seaweed-based)
  • Composting rates and methods

Site Research

  • Western Sahara terrain and geology
  • Baja Peninsula terrain and geology
  • Local material availability
  • Climate data (temperature, humidity, precipitation)
  • Existing infrastructure proximity

How to Use Templates

  1. Copy TEMPLATE-research.md
  2. Rename to your topic (e.g., solar-resource-western-sahara.md)
  3. Document your research question and methodology
  4. Record findings systematically
  5. Provide clear takeaways and recommendations
  6. Link to specifications that use this research

Tip: Keep raw data in this folder. Analysis and decisions go in specs or design docs.