Design and Development of Soil Drilling Machine for Plants - Approach

Abstract

Introduction

I. INTRODUCTION

The interest of people towards the plantation of saplings is increasing due to global warming, the rise in global temperature, and many such factors, so plantation is being done at a faster rate through many of the N.G.O’ S as well as people. In the case of planting saplings in a huge number, it is difficult to use levers, and hand link mechanisms for the same it makes the process harder and takes a very long time. Here the main purpose of this project is to reduce the digging time. This machine is designed with a preliminary aim of avoiding the use of shovels & axes in the plantation of saplings thereby enhancing the plantation process. The machine is formed automatically by employing a D.C motor which is an influence source for digging the soil. The greater advantage of this machine is that it digs only the required area and also does the same in very minimum time. This makes the auger drill a hole in the soil and return to its original position. This machine is meant for a preliminary aim of avoiding the utilization of shovels & levers in the plantation of saplings thereby enhancing the plantation process by making it facile. Soil drilling machines can cover vast areas efficiently, allowing for the rapid establishment of green cover. Whether it’s reforestation, afforestation, or urban tree planting, these machines enhance our ability to combat environmental degradation. The conventional Soil Drilling Machine does not have any frame around the body. We have provided a frame around the body which will not only provide strength to the model but also will make it easy to operate even by a single operator. By considering safety factors during fabrication, the provided frame will minimize risks of equipment malfunction, and injuries while working on a soil drilling machine. The frame will also reduce the vibrations that are produced while working on the auger.

Conclusion

The following modifications are done while redeveloping the earth auger. 1) This modified model is more efficient and comfortable to operate. 2) The machine can be used by a person in less time compared to traditional methods, so if we manufacture it on a large scale its cost gets significantly reduced. 3) Ease in transportation Easy transportation of developed Earth Auger in the field, stability during operation- For minimizing vibrations supporting frame or trolley and wheel of rubber were provided. So that during operation they would support the machine, maintain the stability, and minimize vibrations. 4) Safety of operator – Improvements to ensure operators\' safety are installed in the modified Earth auger, such as a frame for increased stability during drilling, etc.

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