IJEDR1702073
IJEDR1702073
IJEDR1702073
Abstract— Today there is many methods used for de-husking and de-shelling of coconut. These methods are widely used for
removing of the coconut husk but these methods have many problems and limitations while operating these machines. These
problems affect the production rate of de-husking the coconut. Also these methods are more hazardous and harmful to user. To
overcome the limitations and problems occurring in the present machine there is need of the method to be automatic and less
harmful to the user. This paper presents the design and development of the automatic coconut de -husking machine. This mach ine
eliminates the problems and limitations to a greater extent. In this way the production rate increases compared to the present
coconut de-husking machine.
Keywords: coconut, de-husking, de-shelling, automat ic,
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I. INTRO DUCTION
The machine proposed in this work basically does two processes. They are de -husking and crown removing, de-husking is the
process of removing the husk fro m the nut. Majority of de-husking is carried out manually by machete or a spikes, it shows that
there are no superior machines develop to handle the coconut. Coconut de -husking is the most fundamental issue in terms of
finding labor and improving productivity.
The main aim o f this project is to reduce the human efforts and to increase the rate of de-husking the coconut. This
mach ine takes into consideration the dangers, hazards and risks involved in de -husking the coconut which will be efficient,
productive, environmentally friendly, less labors, easy to use and most important ly cost effective in production, maintenance and
repair.
The main purpose of coconut de-husking machine is to eliminate the skilled operator involved in de-husking the coconut
and to completely automate the de-husking and crown removing process. Although coconut de-husking machines have already
been demonstrated in the work and also in some s mall scale industries, the process is either manual or semiauto matic. A
completely automated machine with manual loading and unloading of coconuts will yield productivity higher than the existing
process. Because of that, the current work is main ly focused on an automated machine for de -husking and crown removing. Also,
we can yield lot of useful and commercial p roducts fro m coconut at various stages of its lifecycle.
Today there are various techniques are used for de-husking the coconut. These techniques have many limitations in
process. Despite of that these techniques are widely used for de-husking. Those techniques are,
1. Manual de-husking:
a) By using machete or spike
b) By using traditional tool
2. Pedal operated de-husking
3. Hydraulic operated de-husking
4. Pneu matic operated de-husking
Many problems occur while operating these machines or methods. In the automatic coconut de -husking machine eliminates or
reduces the problems and limitations present in these techniques. These problems might be injurious, hazardous for operator. But
in the automatic coconut de-husking machine these problems are eliminated in tremendous amount. This leads to the safety and
ease in removing the coconut husk.
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Objecti ves
The coconut de-husking is one of the most difficult post harvesting operation. In India coconut is cultivated on a large scale. To
process such a large number of production of coconuts some suitable mechanis m needs to be identified or developed. Several
attempts have been made to mechanize the de-husking of coconut. Some of them were manually operated and others were power
operated. These mechanisms have their own advantages and limitations. Few of them required skill worker. So me of them were
bulky, time consuming, power consuming, uneconomical. There is a need to develop some mechanis m wh ich would work
satisfactory and must be economical. Depending upon the necessity the suitable mechanis m needs to be selected.
Coconut production plays an important role in the national economy of India. Coconuts are known for its versatility as
seen in many uses of its different parts. It also has cultural and religious significance in many societies. Copra is the dried meat or
kernel of the coconut. Traditionally coconut shell is operated manually to get copra out. But it consumes more time and more
Physical Exert ion of workers, so the main objective is to reduce time consumption and Physical Exert ion by introducing a
mach ine to break coconut shell. It should be to operate with less wastage of copra. This machine reduces the accidents that may
happen during de-shelling manually.
The present work involved the design, development and testing of a coconut de -husker which overcomes the drawbacks
of the previously reported implements. The design and developmental stages called for a closer look at the magnitude and
direction of the de-husking forces and their generation mechanisms. Details of a simple, sturdy and efficient hydraulic de -husker
unit, financially beneficial to laborers and producers, are given here.. Cost benefit analysis indicates that it should be
commercially viable.
Main purpose of manufacturing coconut de-husker is to reduce the human effort and increasing efficiency.
KEY OBJECTIVE-
To reduce human effo rt.
To increase continuous work capacity.
To increase efficiency than conventional system.
Less harmful to user.
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Assembl y of components
Main part of the machine is frame which carries the total load of assembly. The material for frame is cast iron. Frame is to be
joined by welding. The gears are fitted on the shafts by means of key and the shaft is fitted in the bearing. The pedestal bearing is
fitted on the angle bar of frame by nut and bolts. The motor is mounted on the another angle bar of the frame by nut and bolts.
The extra attachment is provided for de-shelling of the coconut. For de-shelling the cutter is used. One of the shaft is
extended and taken outside of the frame whose speed is suitable for de -shelling and the cutter is mounted on extended shaft
outside the frame. The dru ms are mounted on top most shaft of the assembly a nd the spikes are welded on drums. The hopper is
placed above the drum. The sheet of metal is riveted on the frame wh ich plays role of walls and the whole assembly becomes
closed, for the safety purpose.
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IX. ADVANTAGES
1. It is simple and fast process.
2. No need of skilled labor.
3. Accidents are eliminated.
4. Increase in production rate.
5. Time required is less.
X. LIMITATIONS
1. Initial cost is high.
2. Machine is bulky.
XI. APPLICATIONS
1. Coconut Oil Industries:
The coconut oil industries occupied a large space in industrial area. The requirement of coconut oil has increased vastly
in recent years.
To get the oil fro m the coconut it is required to make some operations on coconut such as, removing the husk and
de-shelling the coconut. These operations were carried out manually and also some other machines were present for
conducting those operations. These processes have more limitations. But the automated coconut de -husking machine has a
strong impact in the coconut oil industries. The automated coconut de -husking mach ine can make revolutionary and
productive changes in coconut oil industries.
2. Coconut Farming:
Agriculture forms the backbone of our country economy. About 50-60% of cit izens are depending on agriculture. For
developing our country means providing our farmers with mo re advanced technology or tools, which would reduce overall
time and cost required for work. Th is would make work more easy and comfortable.
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