GMU:DIY Biolab License/Anna Kranitz & Balázs Vágvölgyi

goal

The aim of this experiment was to understand the possibilities of using mycelium as a biodegradable material, and to explore its strengths and weaknesses, especially in a combination with straw. The main goal was to see how these two materials work together regarding growing intensity, strength, and appearance.

workshop

As a start, we prepared argar, which is the initial substrate of the step-by-step mycelium growth process, which was followed by rye.

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preparing the mixtures

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Manufacturing progress

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growing together

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Compressive strength testing

The compressive strength test was essential for the purpose of assessing the later usability of the block in the construction industry.

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mycelium growth phases on rye substrate

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organic shapes

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foreign objects

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exhibition

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conclusion