Stem 123-3 Capstone
Stem 123-3 Capstone
Stem 123-3 Capstone
presented to
Malvar, Batangas
STEM strand
By:
Monterey, Bryzon
Manalo, Vincent
Cariño, Gwynette
Lusterio, Francheska
Adviser
PANEL OF EXAMINERS
PANELIST A
Panelist
PANELIST B PANELIST C
Panelist Panelist
ROSALIE L. LIWANAG
Principal II
the people you wish to thank for helping or collaborating with you on your
research; then organize them, beginning with those who helped you with the
To Person A for
To Person B for
To Person C for
To Person D for
And lastly, to
Chapter I
One of the deadliest and most destructive natural disasters can occur is
fire. It damages property and risks people's lives. The fire extinguisher, a vital
safety equipment that is present in many establishments and is one of the most
people's health. The need for safer and more environmentally friendly fire
egg shells as a fire retardant. Eggshells are natural and organic material that can
retardant, researchers can reduce waste and create a more sustainable and eco-
other fire retardants in fire extinguisher balls. Through this study, researchers
conventional fire extinguishers. Eggshells will be put to the test along with
ammonium phosphate and baking soda to see how well they put out fire
this study will contribute to the design of sustainable and low costs environmental
The main objective of this study is to develop a fire retardant that uses
3.1. Accuracy
3.2. Range
retardant and formulate the fire retardant mixture. The research will involve
conducting trials and errors to evaluate the effectiveness of the product in terms
of explosion radius, flame retardancy, and ignition, the research will involve
conducting trials and errors. Usually, class A, B, and C fires are the type of fire
frequently encountered in residential and commercial settings and this will be the
The study is delimited to the use of eggshells as the main component of the
fire retardant. The research will focus on evaluating the effectiveness of the
product in terms of accuracy, flame retardancy, and range for Class A and B
fires. This study won’t dig deeper into other substances or elements that could be
used as fire retardant. However, being aware of the limitations of the study is
cannot be used to put out class C and D fires is the sole topic of this study. This
research won't go far enough to figure out how many fire retardant balls will be
required to completely put out the flames, and it also won't be able to figure out
alternative uses for the mono ammonium phosphate and baking soda that are
also present in the mixture. Additionally, this research would not be able to
answer if the fire retardant ball would be safe and won't ignite if the kids deals
with it. The chemicals are non-toxic although we cannot answer if the chemical
mixtures that are in the fire retardant ball are safe for everyone to handle and
carry everywhere.
retardant for the fire extinguishing cannon because of the need for more
sustainable and eco-friendly solutions for fire safety. The researchers project
help people and households lessen the chance of having fire break outs.
The significance of this study to the environment is that the researchers will
which is used as agricultural fertilizer, and baking soda, which can make plants
less acidic and prevent fungal growth, which can lessen chemical hazards to the
environment.
Chapter II
LITERATURE REVIEW
Conceptual Literature
for preventing and extinguishing them. This includes eggshells that contain
phosphorus, and potassium. When chicken egg shells are burned, they release
carbon dioxide gas, which displaces oxygen and helps to put out the flames. Salt
has also been found to be useful for extinguishing grease fires by absorbing heat
and smothering flames. Baking soda is a commonly used dry chemical fire
extinguishing agent that can put out class B and C fires by smothering the fire
and breaking the chemical reaction that fuels the fire. Baking soda decomposes
when heated to produce carbon dioxide gas and water vapor, which helps to
displace oxygen and cool the fire. Moreover, ammonium phosphates are the
most efficient and environmentally friendly fire retardants for reducing wildfire
understanding the properties and methods of utilizing natural and chemical fire
different environments.
Research Literature
Fires can cause significant damage to property and human life, making it
essential to have effective strategies for fire retardation and extinguishing. Over
the years, researchers have explored different approaches and materials for
preventing and containing fires. This literature review summarizes some of the
recent studies in this field, highlighting their findings and potential implications.
hydroxides as fire retardant fillers that can also suppress smoke. According to
the study, these fillers can be useful in lowering the flammability of various
flame retardants can effectively retard flames while minimizing harmful gas
emissions during burning. The study also emphasized the need for additional
comparing the toxicity of low smoke zero-halogen (LSZH) and PVC cables. The
study found that mineral fillers decompose endothermically with the release of
non-flammable gases, leaving a solid residue. The study also discussed different
tests for quantifying flammability and how they focus on particular aspects of
burning behavior. This study provides valuable insights into how we can test the
significantly reduce production costs and cover more area. The study found that
fabric. The study revealed that the application of eggshell coating resulted in an
Similar to the study above, another study by Reolo (2019) introduced a fire
acid from kamias. The study found that the spray could potentially be used in
Class C fires involving electric motors and wiring. This study provides insights
into the potential of using natural materials for fire extinguishing and highlights
the need for further research in this area. Comparatively, according to the study
sap (SAP) and eggshell powder have flame retardant properties. Different
literature shows that the ash also has flame retardant properties.
Synthesis
retardant in fire extinguishers, which sets it apart from previous research that has
fiber (Golam Mahmud et al., 2022) aluminum and magnesium hydroxides (Peter
with calcium carbonate from eggshells and oxaloacetic acid from kamias (Marlon
L. Reolo, 2019).
demand for such solutions in the field of fire protection. This study specifically
study from previous research that may have focused on other natural materials
sustainable fire retardant material for cotton fabric, stating the need for eco-
hazardous chemicals.
Moreover, this study acknowledges the need for further research and
aligns with the findings of Marlon L. Reolo, (2019) that suggest the need for
and PVC cables. To same extent Hollingbery and Hull’s(2012) study about how
study, the said study also aims to find the effectiveness of different properties,
Withal, this study shares similarities with the previous studies in terms of
the overall goal of developing environmentally friendly and sustainable fire safety
solutions. Like the studies reviewed, researchers' research also emphasizes the
traditional fire safety measures, highlighting the increasing demand for such
Conceptual Framework
First is the dependent variable of the study, the variable that will be measured or
observed in the study. The dependent variable in this project is the effectiveness
of the eggshell powder that can be manipulated by the researchers and utilize in
creating the mixture. The next one is the mediating variable that explains the
because its component affects the effectiveness of the eggshell as the main fire
the researchers will extinguish because there is a limitation that the eggshell
powder can extinguish like it will only extinguish class A, B, and C fires. Lastly is
the control variable, a variable that is held constant in the study to reduce the
potential for confounding factors. The control variable is the size or the shape of
Definition of Terms
Synergists- Things that originate, result from, or otherwise include synergy are
of factors results in a stronger outcome than would have been the case had the
something.
Huntite- The chemical name for the mineral huntite is Mg3Ca(CO3)4. Huntite
often appears as platy crystals and powdery masses and crystallizes in the
trigonal system. Its primary use for the majority of recorded history was as a
white pigment.
take place in mammals, oxaloacetic acid, in the form of its conjugate base,
Pseudostem- The portion of the banana plant that resembles a trunk is called a
free breathing.
create a fire retardant with eggshells as its main component and test its efficiency
This part of the project includes the planning, testing and evaluation, and
Planning
Fire outbreak, a life threatening accident that can be averted by the proper
would be effective at fighting smaller and lighter fires. Ideas and information from
Production
In beginning this project, the researchers spent time gathering all the
collecting eggshells that will be used as the base of the chemical mixture. After
collecting the eggshells, it’s going to be dried before it gets grinded into fine
powder. The other components of the mixture, namely baking powder and mono
eggshell powder. After acquiring all the components needed for the dry chemical
mixture, it will be mixed to form the dry chemical compound. Then, after the
compound has been made, the process of making the shell of the ball begins, as
well as its mechanism and design. To begin the process, the researchers
gathered the tools and parts needed to make the fire extinguisher cannon. This
cannon is spring powered and does not use any gas canister in order to give
more safety to the user of it. The materials and tools needed for this cannon are
PVC pipe, spring, metal rod(or something that can replicate its locking
mechanism), DVD disc, Shrink wrap, Saw, silicon or any strong adhesive, hair
dryer, pair of scissors, and Lighter or candle. To start the process, stack the
DVDs until getting the desired thickness; Stick each DVD with super glue/silicon
adhesive. Afterwards cut the PVC pipe into desired length, optimal for putting the
Stacked DVD together using the Super glue/ silicon adhesive. Also put the rope
and metal rod together, this will serve as lock and trigger mechanism for the
cannon. After all of that is done, put the cannon together based on the premade
blueprint. Put the desired amount of retardant once the cannon is done. Finally,
put a shrink wrap on the open end of the pipe that will hold the retardant until the
After creating the fireball extinguisher, the researchers put it to the test to
see how well it works in real life situations. It was an important aspect of the
research project development. This part of the development stages will give the
retardancy.
Planning /
Production / / /
Testing / / / / / /
and
Evaluating
A. Tools For…
ingredients
mixture
Saw Cutting
ingredients
B. Equipment
component that involves several key steps to ensure the quality and consistency
of the product. The first step is the collection of eggshells, which must be done
with care to avoid any damage or contamination. Once the eggshells are
collected, they are then thoroughly cleaned to remove any dirt or debris that may
be present. The eggshells are then dried to remove any residual moisture, which
can impact the quality of the final product. Once the eggshells are dry, they are
crushed into a fine powder using a mortar and pestle or other grinding
uniform size and consistency, which is important for the mixing process. The
eggshell powder is then combined with other fire retardant ingredients such as
eggshells, 20% baking soda, and 20% mono ammonium phosphate. Careful
distributed throughout the mixture. This is important to ensure that the final
product has the necessary fire-retardant properties. After the mixing process is
other contaminants from entering. The mixture must be stored in a cool, dry
ingredient due to its ability to release carbon when burned. This chemical
reaction removes oxygen from the fire and causes it to be extinguished. The
mixture of 20% baking soda, 20% mono ammonium phosphate, and 60%
● Baking soda
● PVC pipe
● Pressure spring
● DVD disc
● Strong adhesive
● Rope
● Shrink wrap
ammonium phosphate, baking soda, pressure spring, shrink wrap, DVD disc,
strong adhesive and rope. Eggshells are used in the mixture as a source of
calcium, which can extinguishes fire. PVC pipe is the outside casing of the
Pressure Spring compressing the inside chemicals. The PVC pipe and DVD disc
are joined by the rope, which increases compression. The DVD disc also
compresses and acts as a chemical barrier. Strong adhesive will fortify the
nitrogen and phosphorus to the mixture, which helps create the loud bangs.
Baking soda helps to generate gas that builds up pressure in the tube, which
contributes to the explosion and the upward launch of the product. Shrink Wrap
factors until the product is ready for use. Throughout the entire product, a PVC
Financial Components
Eggshells ₱0 1kg
Silicon ₱250 -
Metal rod ₱0 -
DVD discs ₱0 -
Rope ₱0 -
displayed in the table. As can be seen from the chart, the researchers have
invested a total of One Thousand Eight Hundred Thirty Pesos (Php. 1830.00) in
Trials and errors were carried out to assess the effectiveness of the fire
retardant. In these tests, a controlled fire was started in a laboratory using wood
and paper as fuel. The fire was left to burn until a certain point was reached, at
which time the fire retardant was applied. The data gathered throughout the
eggshells as a natural material, which may have affected the mixture's fire-
Chapter IV
structure of the product, what are parts and their corresponding functions, its
effectiveness and reliability, how can we be sure it is working and serves its
for maintenance?, some safety and control measures to consider? (if any),
scientific/mathematic/technical words)
you will present the basis of your proposal. Present the detailed analysis here,
thus including the significant and not significant trends. This is detailed and not
Your conclusion here should be about one page long, but it could be
Chapter V
Summary
Findings
1. Findings 1
3. Findings 3
Conclusion
1. Conclusion 1
2. Conclusion 2
3. Conclusion 3
Recommendations
1. Recommendation 1
2. Recommendation 2
3. Recommendation 3
Bibliography
(Tseghai, 2019)
References
Lat, G. (n.d.).
Perilla, I. (2023). Citrus sinensis Sweet Orange PFAF Plant Database. Retrieved March 20, 2023,
from PFAF.org: https://pfaf.org/User/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Citrus+sinensis
References
Lat, G. (n.d.).
https://pfaf.org/User/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Citrus+sinensis
https://owl.purdue.edu/owl/research_and_citation/apa_style/apa_overview_and_
workshop.html
References
https://pfaf.org/User/Plant.aspx?LatinName=Citrus+sinensis
Appendix
questionnaires, etc.
Curriculum Vitae
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