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Inside Scoop on Roamstead R&D

January 13, 2023
The Research and Development (R&D) process at Kionnali Living Systems is a multi-faceted endeavor aimed at creating the Roamstead Demonstrator—a sustainable, adaptable, and disaster-resistant home. This article provides quick overview into the various projects that make up this intricate process.

Our R&D process is split up by system of the Roamstead, but there is a lot of crossover between systems!

🌿 The V-SIP Panels

The Vacuum-Sealed, Structurally Insulated Panels (V-SIP) are the cornerstone of our Roamstead's insulation system. Designed with sustainability in mind, these panels offer advanced insulation properties while being lightweight and eco-friendly.

⚡ The Integrated Energy System (IES)

Our IES serves as a comprehensive energy management solution that simplifies and enhances daily life. It intelligently manages various energy needs, optimizing consumption and reducing costs. The system is designed to adapt to the user's lifestyle, providing a seamless, user-friendly interface for managing all energy needs.

🚗 Active Architecture and Foundation

The Roamstead is built on an all-electric vehicle chassis that serves as its foundation. This aligns perfectly with our commitment to sustainability and reducing carbon emissions. The shell of the Roamstead is based on a principle we call Active Passive Architecture, which allows the Roamstead to adapt to its environment, enhancing energy efficiency and comfort for the inhabitants.

📱 The App

The Roamstead app serves as a comprehensive digital companion for managing your home on wheels. From real-time monitoring of plant health to intelligent optimizer notifications, the app aims to make life in your home as convenient, efficient, and enjoyable as possible.

🌾 The Food System

Our Food System is designed to empower inhabitants by giving them control over their food production. It's a closed-loop, eco-friendly setup that minimizes waste and maximizes efficiency, making it a seamless part of the Roamstead's self-contained ecosystem.

💧 The Water System

With the worsening water crisis, our water system collects rainwater or well water and runs it through multiple levels of biofilter. This ensures that water is freely available to everyone, aligning with our belief that water is a basic human right.

🌱 The Composter

Our multi-stage organic composter is designed for safe, no-smell disposal of human waste, food scraps, and commercially compostable products. It offers major improvements in user experience over existing composters and aligns with our focus on sustainability.

🛋️ The Finishing Touches

This includes everything we need to make the demonstrator a demonstrator, from furniture and custom appliances to an air filtration system.

Conclusion

The R&D process at Kionnali is a complex but rewarding journey, each project contributing to the overarching goal of creating a fully functional Roamstead Demonstrator. Sign up for our newsletter for more updates as we continue to innovate and push the boundaries of sustainable living.