Diseño y construcción de un prototipo de máquina extractora de zumo de frutas y verduras

Abstract

The objective of this degree work was to design and build a prototype of a fruit and vegetable juice extractor machine capable of working with an estimated power between 100-150 watts, it can work continuously for 2 hours at a frequency of 60Hz and that Produce 20 liters/hour of juice from selected fruits and vegetables. Using the quality house deployment (QFD) methodology, fundamental data was obtained that helped select the best alternative and the best components to be able to develop the prototype of a fruit and vegetable juice extractor machine, starting from the selection of materials, the design, the selection of machine elements, and the structural analysis of the most important component of the machine using ANSYS. With the results obtained and using computer-aided drawing (DAC) software, the plans were made in which manufacturing processes, technical specifications, and dimensions were detailed, in addition to carrying out simulations in ANSYS of the extractor spindle to be able to determine critical points that will help in subsequent design. Finally, the construction and assembly of this were carried out, thus proceeding to carry out the operating tests following a safety manual and a testing protocol in which it was verified that the prototype fulfilled its main objective: extract juice. It is concluded that the methodology applied to create the extraction machine prototype was efficient, fulfilled its purpose, and functioned correctly. It is recommended to explore options to integrate renewable technologies into the operation of the extractor, seeking to reduce costs and promote environmental practices, in addition to following the maintenance plan correctly to protect the integrity of the equipment.