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Woodfired Kiln - Alternative to Electricity
Associated Challenge:
According to regional expert, kilns can be built into hillsides. These kilns must be lined with fire bricks, i.e. bricks that can withstand temperatures over 2376F. These kilns can reach this temperature being fired with wood and hold thermal mass for 4-5 days. This style is popular in Korea, Japan and China. Here are some local example links. This post will be enhanced upon further research.
http://www.woodfiring.com/KIRKWOODKILN.html
http://www.clayspace.org/kilns.htm
http://www.anagama.co.uk/2_moby.html
Commodity:
Firebrick (brick that can withstand high temperature), hillsides, wood
Custom & Culture:
Use of natural materials vs. electricity
Knowledge:
Building the fire appropriately
Money:
market price of firebrick
Technology:
structuring the kiln and brick configuration
Well-being:
Use land and natural resources for fired outcomes, clay, glass, etc.