Automated shrimp sorting machine
Date of Publication
2007
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering and Management
College
Gokongwei College of Engineering
Department/Unit
Manufacturing Engineering and Management
Thesis Adviser
Nilo T. Bugtai
Defense Panel Chair
Homer S. Co
Defense Panel Member
Arthur Pius P. Santiago
Jessica A. Geslani
Abstract/Summary
The study aims to automate the sorting process of shrimps done at Ocean Light Import Export Corporation. The company is currently using manual way of sorting the shrimps based on its sizes. This kind of procedure was found to be inconsistent and inaccurate due to human errors caused by the repetitive process. The objective of the study was to build a prototype shrimp sorting machine that is based on its weight. The prototype consists of a conveyor, a weighing machine and a slider designed for sorting. The group conducted different experiments to prove the accuracy and reliability of the machine and results showed a more than acceptable level of sorting black tiger shrimps. The prototype was able to sort the shrimps accurately and efficiently compared to manual sorting. Furthermore, the study provided a tool that could eliminate 3 workers doing three different sorting processes. The machine also helped the company lessen their expenses incurred for hiring professional workers.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU15253
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
123 leaves : ill. ; 28 cm.
Keywords
Shrimps; Sorting devices
Recommended Citation
Chiu, S., Li, A., Ong, F., & Villamor, V. (2007). Automated shrimp sorting machine. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/14552