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	Were back!	12-21-2009

That's right! Were back! With the expiration of a legal agreement from a project we assisted in we finally have returned our attention to Algae Geek. We will be updating the site with loads of fresh new content over the coming months with new reactor designs for mass production, harvesting techniques, processing as well as information on species and yield information. To start off the next phase of our site we have launched our forums to promote and participate in community discussion. We are very excited about re-engaging with our community and appreciate all the interest and feedback over the last year.


	Modular Photo Bio Reactor Cell Design	1-4-2009

Most large reactor arrays have one failing in that if any part of the reactor is damaged it can compromise the entire reactor. Imagine 500 gallons of algae water flowing where ever it wants to go and you get the idea… With this in mind this system is modular system with failsafe design in case of reactor damage or failure. This system is designed around affordable self contained reactor cell designs that can still be incorporated into a larger system design or used stand alone. These high volume cells are a great way to grow many algae strains for experimentation and research in a confined space.


	Algae Batch Incubator V.1	12-14-2008

For many people wanting to experiment with algae or even those who are serious about mass production there are usually problems with space or seasonal restrictions they have to work with. This reactor design is an attempt to produce a reactor that will run indoors year around safely with a minimal use of power. One thing I decided to try with this reactor design is a passive pumping system so that I don’t damage my algae like a centrifugal pump can.


	Simple PBR Reactor Array V.2	11-20-2008

This project is the second version of the basic photo bio reactor array that I started with. While it may look similar to the previous version is dramatically different overall. This design has many improvements that make it far more sustainable and practical for long-term use. I really focused on making it highly modular and insuring it was rugged for prolonged outdoor use that is easier to fill and harvest from. While the array is smaller for this project it can be scaled to any size or requirement.


	Simple Photo Bio Reactor Array V.1	11-20-2008

This was the first reactor project I ever conceived and constructed. Originally published on inventgeek.com, I had a lot of fun with the build and design of this project. While doing the write up for it I found myself in a very cynical mood so that’s how I proceeded to write for it. Ultimately this project got so much traffic and I got so many emails that it is what inspired me to make this whole site.


	The Basic Reactor	11-20-2008

So I wanted to put together a simple example of a bio reactor using simple off the shelf parts and aquarium parts available from nearly any big chain store to make a simple reactor on the cheap. This is the most basic algae reactor design overall and while I used some glass containers for my reactor other ideal containers would be an empty 2 liter bottle or plastic milk jug. This design is really perfect for backup cultures or to keep unique strings of algae’s to start larger reactors off. Using simple off the shelf parts and aquarium parts available from nearly any big chain store these days you can make this simple reactor on the cheap.

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