ID: Natnael Beshane
Phone: 0947711181
Email: natnael.beshane@aastustudent.edu.et
As an Electrical Engineering student, I had the privilege to contribute to the design and development of a drying machine aimed at producing high-quality tomato powder. This project was a collaborative effort involving a multidisciplinary team to address food preservation challenges while promoting sustainability.
Had a meeting with our advisor to determine goals of the project, and to get information about the possible methods for research and gained understanding on how project is implemented and how documentation is done. Also, Consulted with team members in order to come up with goals and objectives of the project that need to be achieved.
In the second week, our team brainstormed various ideas. After thorough discussions and evaluations, we decided to focus on the concept of a tomato drying machine to produce high-quality tomato powder.
In the third week, our group began developing the project proposal, outlining the key objectives and deliverables. We focused on organizing tasks and establishing a structured approach to ensure smooth progress.
During the fourth week, The advisor provided insightful suggestions for improving the projects design and methodology. With this feedback, we refined our approach and continued working on the project, focusing on addressing the highlighted areas for improvement while maintaining steady progress towards our objectives.
In the fifth week, our advisor reviewed and approved our project proposal, recognizing the feasibility and potential impact of the tomato drying machine. With this approval, the required funds for the project were authorized and transferred
In the sixth week, we began assembling the components required for the prototype. The electrical team, including myself, focused on designing the control system and integrating sensors for monitoring temperature and humidity.
In the seventh week, we encountered some challenges during the prototyping phase. These difficulties included issues with sensor calibration and unexpected power fluctuations in the control system. Despite these setbacks, the team worked collaboratively to troubleshoot and resolve the problems
In the eighth week, we successfully completed the prototype of the tomato drying machine. The final assembly included all the electrical, mechanical, and control systems functioning cohesively.