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Design and Fabrication of Automated Extractor Machine for Kapok as pillow stuffing for
emergency shelter
What: This project involves designing and fabricating a automated machine for processing
kapok fibers to be use as stuffing for pillow in emergency shelters. Kapok is a natural fiber that
is lightweight, hypoallergenic, and water-resistant, making it a suitable material as pillow filling
for emergency relief situations.
Who: The researchers of the project study, local authorities specifically on the emergency
response group, community with kapok source.
Where: The evacuation centers in Binan City are the intended focus of the study's outcomes.
When: The study timeframe of the project is approximately 8 months
Why: The purpose of this study is to suffies the comfortable and efficient emergency centers in
disaster-prone areas. By designing an automated machine that can extract and process kapok
fibers into pillow stuffing, the project aims to provide a eco-friendly solution for enhancing the
living conditions of displaced individuals in emergency situations.
How: Because kapok fiber is already employed as pillow filling, there is pre-existing research on
its effectiveness in this role. The current emphasis is on creating an automated, compact, efficient,
and safe machine. This machine's operation encompasses several steps: a filtration system for
eliminating remnants from the extraction of kapok fiber, a drying mechanism, and a compression
packaging system for the treated fiber. The automation aspect incorporates sensors, actuators,
and a control system to ensure the kapok fiber is processed efficiently and consistently.
Design and Fabrication of Biochar Pellet Fertilizer Machine Utilizing Water Hyacinths
What: The designed and fabrication of machine that can convert water hyacinths into biochar
pellet. These pellets can then be used asa eco-friendly fertilizer.
Who: The researchers of the project study, local authorities of the specified location, and
environmental organization of the place.
Where: The project is taking place in brgy. Malaban, situated around Laguna de bay
When: The study timeframe of the project is approximately 8 months
Why: This study tackles several concerns. The water hyacinths belong to a category of plants
known for their swift propagation. This leads to disturbances in the ecological equilibrium of
aquatic environments and contributes to the obstruction of water passages, emerging as a key
contributor to local floods. Transforming these hyacinths into biochar presents a potential
solution for regulating their proliferation. Additionally, the process of deriving biochar from
water hyacinths yields organic fertilizer, offering a resource that the agricultural sector of the city
can effectively utilize.
How: Through comprehending the characteristics of water hyacinths and the process of pyrolysis,
develop a device featuring a pressing mechanism to extract surplus moisture from water
hyacinths, a pyrolysis chamber to produce biochar, and a molding component functioning as a
reservoir to shape the biochar into pellets. It is crucial to evaluate the machine's performance to
enhance its effectiveness. The application of the biochar fertilizer holds significance in collecting
output data.
Design and Fabrication of Polypropylene (PP) Granulator Machine as additive for Asphalt
Road Reinforcement
What: The Project aims to design and fabricate a polypropylene granular machine. This machine
is intended to make polypropylene waste into granules or pellets that can be mixed with asphalt
to enhance the mechanical properties of asphalt mixture.
Who: This porject involves the researchers, the Department of Public Works and Highway, and
local authorities of binan city
Where: The project is for binan city where thereis lots of road rehabilitation
When: The design phase , fabrication, and testing phase could take several months
Why: By utilizing discarded polypropylene materials as an additive, this study can contribute to
sustainable waste management practices and reduce environmental impact. This study can also
improve the quality and longevity of the road by incorporating PP material. By adding
polypropylene plastic help ehance the road’s resistance to cracking and deformation, and also
reduce the cost in the long run.
How:The process entails choosing the suitable waste category. The machinery comprises a
conveyor, shredders, and granulators, all working together to produce pellets of processed
polypropylene waste. The release of emissions will be managed using air filtration or a catalytic
reactor, which will undergo modifications over time according to the study. The results will
include the assessment of the polypropylene to asphalt ratio in the mixture during blending.
Furthermore, the mixture will be subjected to tests to ensure its compliance with the specified
performance criteria.
Design and Fabrication of Enzymatic Machine for Bio-diesel Derived from Fish Guts
What: The focus of this project is on creating a machine that boosts the utilization of enzymes to
convert fish guts into bio-deasel which is sustainable and environmental friendly fuel alternative
Who: This porject involves the researchers, authorities related to energy production, specifically
DOE, Fish markets, and waste management office of binan city
Where: The composition of this research differs across various elements, but its implementation
occurs within the urban energy generation site.
When: The design phase , fabrication, and testing phase could take several months
Why: With this apparatus, we can target three focal points: ecological sustainability, utilization
of alternative energy, and augmentation of value circulation. By harnessing discarded fish
intestines, traditionally considered as waste, to generate bio-diesel, the project contributes to
waste reduction and more efficient resource application. As concerns regarding the depletion of
fossil fuels and environmental contamination grow, the quest for alternative renewable energy
sources such as bio-diesel becomes exceptionally vital. This machine equips us with the capacity
to address these three critical domains effectively.
How: The procedure entails creating a device that performs enzymatic conversion, leading to the
decomposition of fish entrails into bio-diesel building blocks. The device incorporates a control
mechanism to manage the primary phases of the operation, which are enzymatic hydrolysis, the
isolation of bio-diesel, and the gathering of the end product. Through an examination of enzyme
concentration, enhancing the growth of these tiny organisms proves to be successful.
Additionally, investigating factors like pH level and temperature requirements will result in an
intensified process.
Design and Fabrication of automated plantsoil machine utilizing coconut husk and
vegetable waste mixture
What: The research entails creating a device that assists in planting and optimizing the use of
discarded materials from the market, particularly vegetable waste, as a component in soil
blending.
Who: the researchers, the target users such as farmers, and individuals who are interested in
gardening and agriculture. It also involves local community in brgy poblacion binan city from
reduction of waste through recycling vegetable and utilizing coconut husk.
Where: The target community of this study is located at brgy poblacion binan since the binan
market, the largest market in laguna and also in CALABARZON.
When: The design phase , fabrication, and testing phase could take several months
Why: The purpose of this project study is to develop an innovative solution that enhances the
process of planting and growing plants.It also promote sustainable practices in reducing waste by
using coconut husk and vegetable waste.
How: Create a device equipped with sensors and actuators to achieve equilibrium in a blend of
coconut husk and vegetable waste. The machine will incorporate components such as a shredder,
mixing chambers, and a storage tank for the processed mixture. The effectiveness of the end
product will be evaluated by cultivating a plant using the mixture and subsequently contrasting
its growth characteristics with those of a plant grown in traditional soil or commercially available
garden soil.