Project Overview
Designed and developed a solar dryer assembly in SolidWorks, optimizing airflow and thermal dissipation through forced convection channels and strategic DC fan placement. The project resulted in significant energy efficiency improvements and practical agricultural applications.
The Challenge
Traditional solar drying methods were inefficient and weather-dependent. The challenge was to create a low-cost, efficient solar dryer that could reduce moisture content in agricultural products while being accessible to small-scale farmers and providing real-time monitoring capabilities.
Our Solution
Designed a solar dryer with optimized airflow using forced convection channels and strategic DC fan placement. Fabricated a low-cost system using ASAWA insulation panels. Developed a LabVIEW-based voltage monitoring system using NI USB DAQ 6001 and Hall-effect sensors for real-time diagnostics and data logging.
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Design & Analysis
SolidWorks modeling and thermal analysis
- CAD models
- Thermal analysis
- Design optimization
Fabrication
Physical construction and material selection
- Physical prototype
- Material testing
- Assembly documentation
Monitoring System
LabVIEW development and sensor integration
- LabVIEW application
- Sensor calibration
- Data logging system
Testing & Publication
Performance testing and research publication
- Test results
- Research paper
- Performance validation
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