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

Print

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

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