Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: : The aquatic plant identified as the water hyacinth spreads fast and has entered water bodies all aroundtheworld. Wheneveritexpandsunchecked,itclogs lakes and rivers, affects local ecosystems, and produces complications for people by being in the means of transportation,boating,andfishing.Conventionalremoval techniques, including chemical treatments and hand extraction, have shown to be labour- intensive, harmful to the environment, and frequently ineffective over time. A more long-term solution to this issue is provided by mechanical water hyacinth removers, whose development and efficacy are examined in this article to address the challenges posed by water hyacinth infestations, we are developingamechatronicssystemdesignedfortheefficient removal of aquatic plants using a combinationof conveyor belts and cutters. In this paper, we have designed and fabricated a prototype of a water hyacinth remover. The design process involved creating and analysing key componentssuchastheshaft,conveyorsystem,floatersand cutters. We also designed both the primary frame and the secondary conveyor frame. The motor selection was based on detailed design calculations to ensure optimal performance. Additionally, we have integrated a wireless Wi-Fi connection to enhance operational control and monitoring of the system
Language: English
Subfield: Insect Science
Domain: Life Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4409764157