Paper Key : IRJ************447
Author: Danush Prabhakaran. R. S,Bharathi. P,Mohanathan. V
Date Published: 06 Nov 2023
Abstract
In many mechanical production industries, components such as fasteners (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) are manually counted by employees working in the Quality Control department. This manual counting process can lead to confusion for employees, especially when dealing with large quantities, and may result in counting errors. The count of fasteners can reach into the thousands and even millions in the production industry, making it a time-consuming task that can take several days to complete without errors. To address this problem, we have developed a solution called the 'Fasteners Counting Machine.Our project enables employees to count a large number of components within seconds and with utmost accuracy. The core concept behind our solution is to count the components, such as fasteners, by measuring their weight. This can be expressed by the formula 'Count Total weight Weight of Individual piece.This formula succinctly encapsulates our approach. Fasteners are typically manufactured in large quantities, with each piece being identical in shape and weight. This uniformity allows us to apply the weight-based counting method with confidence. Our project utilizes electronic components such as Arduino Uno, a strain gauge load cell, and an amplifier module. Fasteners are placed in a basket, and the count of fasteners is displayed on the machine's screen.
DOI LINK : 10.56726/IRJMETS45821 https://www.doi.org/10.56726/IRJMETS45821