Because of design setbacks from week five, material delivery delayed continued work on the mechanical design of our brewer. During week six, Angie, Alex, and Anna worked on the initial draft of the final report, while Ben and Ethan worked to find heat ratings for the new Pyrex vessels. Our group felt worried while reading conflicting specs sheets; however, a brief phone call brought clarity and relief to our group: the Pyrex would safely withstand the temperature of the hot plate. Additionally, Ethan drilled a hole within the rubber cork for the Erlenmeyer flask for a secure fit for the tubing. Now, our group will order tubing that will withstand the temperature and pressure of hot water. For Week 7, our group will begin to assemble the improved and safer design of the brewing device and possibly begin testing.
