COMPONENTS وموأ

CIVIC AREA ةحارلل ةحاسم

An outdoor civic area inspired by shadow spaces, an interplay of light and shadow, to offer a contemplative environment for communal prayer and civic events.

During communal prayer, these spaces offer a peaceful and tranquil setting for reflection and worship. During civic events such as Eid al-Adha and Al-Hadra, they become lively gathering place for the community, celebrating the spirit of togetherness and solidarity. In the words of the poet Rumi, “Gather together and celebrate, for your unity is your strength and your power.”

In sum, these shadow spaces represent a unique and meaningful intersection of tradition and modernity, providing a space for spiritual reflection and community celebration in a dynamic and ever-changing environment.

Included as part of the civic space is an Artefact embedded into a standing stone. This Artefact is a crucial aspect of the research and proposal of this thesis, and is part of the Arch7466 Negotiated Practice Module. Its significance lies in its purpose to inform generations of Bedouins about the impact of desertification on their way of life, and how it almost led to their way of life coming to an end until it was revived by UMU.

Solar Panels: 85.7sqm

• The solar radiation in Iraq in June is approximately 7 kWh/m2/day.

• Therefore, the solar radiation on a 85.7 sqm surface in June is 7 kWh/m2/day x 85.7 m2 = 599.9 kWh/day.

• Multiplying this by the panel efficiency of 20% gives a total energy production of 599.9 kWh/day x 0.2 = 119.98 kWh/day.

• Total Energy Produced: 5 kWh /hr

SOLAR FARM ةيسمش

The solar farm Awlaad is located in the southern region of Iraq, where the climate is characterized by high temperatures and ample sunlight throughout the year. The solar panels are strategically placed on the body plate of the Mig 29 Jet, which has been repurposed for this purpose. The body plate’s smooth surface and large area allow for maximum energy absorption from the sun’s rays.

The solar farm is a vital component of the UMUs, providing sustainable and renewable energy to power the various systems and facilities within the desert camps. The solar panels absorb the abundant sunlight in the area and convert it into electricity, which is then stored in batteries for later use. This system ensures a consistent and reliable source of energy even in the harsh desert environment.

The solar farm is designed to be efficient and effective, with a careful balance between maximizing energy production and minimizing environmental impact. The panels are positioned at an optimal angle to capture the most sunlight and are spaced out to avoid shading and minimize the impact on the local ecosystem. Overall, the solar farm is an essential part of the UMUs, providing a sustainable and eco-friendly source of energy for the desert camps.

IRRIGATION ZONE يرلا ةحاسم

This Awlaad (Child) is dedicated to provides an area for planting and growing vegetables under the shade provided by the UMU (Mother), in close proximity to a source of water from the Atmospheric Water Generation above. The water is transported to the irrigation zone through a gravity-fed irrigation system, ensuring efficient use of resources and promoting sustainable agriculture.

Water production is vital to the long term effect of the this settlement, through this irrigation zone, the proposal wishes to expand revival of the surrounding land.

“and the earth were closed, then We opened them? And We created from water every living thing.” (The Qur’an, Surah AlAnbiya, 21:30)

RESTING SPACE ةحارلل ةحاسم

The resting space is a shaded haven within the desert, providing a cool and comfortable place for guests and Bedouins to relax. The structure is constructed using traditional Bedouin building methods, with metal beams and columns repurposed from the Mig 29 Jet skeleton. The design of the space emphasizes openness and airiness, with natural ventilation facilitated by a jet engine repurposed as a ventilation system.

Engine: Mig 29 jet repurposed as a ventilation system

• The power requirement for the engine to function as a ventilation system is estimated to be around 10 kW/hr

• If the engine is operated for 0.5 hour, the energy requirement will be 5kWh.

• Total Energy Required: 5kWh per half an hour

• Therefore if the solar farm produces 60kWh/12hr as max 12 hours of sun occours in

• The engines would run for 6 hours in a day.

Solar Panel angled at direction of wind to encourage flow of air into engine working as ventilation system.

Tent fully covering the space, with similar principles to the bur yuut hajar. (Black Tent Fabric)

The jet engine is powered by the solar farm, generating a steady flow of cool air to circulate through the resting space. Comfortable seating and lounging areas are arranged to foster relaxation and socializing, with soft cushions and mats spread out on the ground. The resting space is also equipped with lighting, enabling guests to enjoy the ambiance even after the sun sets.

Located in the southern region of Iraq, where temperatures can exceed 50°C in the summer, the resting space provides a much-needed retreat from the sweltering heat. The jet engine ventilation system offers a refreshing breeze, while the shaded structure shields guests from direct sunlight. This distinctive resting space offers Bedouins and travelers a warm and welcoming environment to rest and unwind.

The force of the blades spins/rotates the rotor shaft of a generator. The generator, in turn, converts the mechanical (kinetic) energy of the rotor to electrical energy.

QALB AL-UMU وملأا بلق

“Qalb” means heart in Arabic, and “UMU” refers to the machine’s name as “mother”. This name suggests that the core is the heart of the machine, pumping life-giving resources to the rest of the components.

The properties of the Qalb include energy production through the wind turbines that have been utilized from the front of the Jet Engine, with one of the mechanics of the jet’s pilot space working together to absorb the energy produced from the rotation of the blades. The energy produced supports the lighting and running of the AWG.

An engine has been utilized as an Atmospheric Water Generation (AWG) elevated at the back, with filtration and storage located below the engine to collect produced droplets. Via gravity, the water is then accessed from the ground. While the water flows down from the storage, it runs through the jet’s fuel ejector, utilized to produce energy which feeds back to the engine.

To the side are two brake parachute housings which have been utilized to intake air into the fuel tanks and down to the communal and irrigated land area as a form of ventilation.

Plates of the jet’s body are utilized to attach sheets of solar panels located at the front, attached to extending arms. The energy produced supports lighting and AWG.