Experimental Composter Resurrection

A significant part of our project is testing the mix-ratio of the campus dining food wastes that will be composted. Having the right mix-ratio is very important for composting because the biological processes that occur are dependent on a proper carbon to nitrogen ratio (C:N). Our team will be able to determine if our mix-ratio calculations are correct by using an experimental composter provided to us by Dr. Tom Hess. The composter is very old and will need to be re-programmed before it can be used. Kyle is currently working on the coding for the logic controller and testing the thermocouples.