Open AccessFabrication of Smart Storage and Dispensing Machine for Food Grains using Sensors
Author(s) -
S K Niharika
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal for research in applied science and engineering technology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2321-9653
DOI - 10.22214/ijraset.2021.38127
Subject(s) - production (economics) , quality (philosophy) , distribution (mathematics) , agricultural engineering , cold storage , population , computer data storage , environmental science , automation , cold chain , engineering , computer science , mathematics , mechanical engineering , operating system , mathematical analysis , philosophy , demography , epistemology , sociology , biology , horticulture , economics , macroeconomics
India is a country with a booming population and limited resources. 40 % of food grains are being wasted annually out of the world’s production due to factors like improper post-harvest management, lack of storage spaces, storage facilities, handling and distribution of food grains, etc. Thus an effective solution is required to bridge the gap between surplus production and hunger. The objective of our project is to develop methods for retaining the quality of food grains under a controlled environment for effective storage and distribution. Automation using sensors helps to prevent illegal racketing with data collection, monitor storage conditions like temperature and humidity levels, and eliminate man-to-man contact. When dispensed, the level and quantity of the grains can also be recorded. Thus, this machine is better than the existing manual methods of distribution as it acknowledges fair distribution and quality preservation. Keywords: Smart storage, proper distribution, sensors, post harvest losses, grain quality