DESIGN, FABRICATION, AND TESTING OF MOTOR-POWERED

CLOTHESLINE

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An Undergraduate Thesis
Presented to the Faculty of
College of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology
Palawan State University
Puerto Princesa City

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In Partial Fulfillment
For the Requirements for the Degree
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering

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By:

Catherine P. Acupido
Ralph Regan D. Alili
Vanessa Mae E. dela Vega
Fairy Jean C. Vergara

March 2019

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 APPROVAL SHEET

This is to certify that we have supervised the preparation of and read the research paper entitled
“DESIGN, FABRICATION, AND TESTING OF MOTOR-POWERED CLOTHESLINE”
prepared and submitted by CATHERINE P. ACUPIDO, RALPH REGAN D. ALILI, VANESSA
MAE E. DELA VEGA, FAIRY JEAN C. VERGARA and that the said paper has been submitted
for final examination by the Oral Examination Committee.

Engr. Beberth S. Samillan

Research Adviser

As members of the Oral Examination Committee, we certify that we examined this paper and
hereby recommend that it be accepted as partial fulfillment of the undergraduate requirement for
the degree Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Engr. Beberth J. Samillan Engr. Edwin A. Lusoc

Panel Member Panel Member

Engr. Roy C. Dayupay Engr. Pinky S. Dela Cruz

Panel Member Panel Member

This research paper is hereby approved and accepted by the College of Engineering Architecture
and Technology as a partial requirement of the undergraduate requirement for the degree
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering.

Dr. Elucila M. Sespeñe

Dean, College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

In the accomplishment of this project, many people have best owned upon their blessings

and heart pledged support to the researchers. This time, they would like to thank all the

individuals who have been supported and helped them with this project.

Primarily, to the Almighty God for His guidance in everything which made all of these

possible.

To the researchers’ parents and siblings, for their moral and financial support,

cooperation, and encouragement which helped them in the completion of this project.

To the researchers’ friends and block mates, who have helped them in developing this

project and who have willingly helped them out with their abilities.

To Engr. Beberth J. Samillan, whose valuable guidance has been the one that helped

them patch this project and make it full proof success.

To Mr. Marcelino R. dela Vega Sr., for his suggestions and instructions in the fabrication

of the design which made a huge contribution for its success.

The researchers would also like to express their gratitude to the members of the Faculty

of Engineering who have been their mentors.

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

TITLE PAGE i

APPROVAL PAGE ii

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT iii

TABLE OF CONTENTS iv

LIST OF TABLES v

LIST OF FIGURES vi - vii

LIST OF EQUATIONS viii

ABSTRACT ix

CHAPTER I: INTRODUCTION 1- 5

CHAPTER II: REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE 6 - 23

CHAPTER III: CONCEPTUAL FRAMEWORK 24

CHAPTER IV: MATERIALS AND METHOD

Materials, Tools and Equipment Used 25 - 28

Research Design and Methodology 29 - 41

CHAPTER V: RESULTS AND FINDING 42 - 44

CHAPTER VI: CONCLUSION AND RECOMMENDATION 45 - 46

GLOSSARY OF TECHNICAL TERMS 47 - 53

REFERENCES 54 - 58

APPENDICES

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 LIST OF TABLES

Table 1: Mass and Weight of Shirts

Table 2: Materials

Table 3: Summary of Energy Cost Calculation

Table 4: Energy Cost Comparison

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 LIST OF FIGURES

Figure 1: Photograph of Clothesline

Figure 2: Free Body Diagram

Figure 3: Maxwell-Boltzman Energy Distribution

Figure 4: Top View

Figure 5: Front View

Figure 6: Side View

Figure 7: Perspective View

Figure 8: Conceptual Framework

Figure 9-10: Cutting of Pipes

Figure 11: Elbow

Figure 12: Welding of Elbow

Figure 13: Brace and Support

Figure 14-15: Drilling of Flat Bar

Figure 16: Bended Pipe

Figure 17: Swivel Rollers

Figure 18-19: Sprocket and Pulley

Figure 20-21: Chain, Sprocket and Guides

Figure 22: Twisted Welding Rod

Figure 23-24: Washing Machine Motor

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Figure 25: Speed Reducer

Figure 26: Driver Sprocket

Figure 27: Motor-Power Clothesline

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 LIST OF EQUATIONS

Equations 1: Equilibrium Equation of Summation of Forces

Equations 2: Equilibrium Equation of Summation of Moment

Equations 3. Penman-Monteith Equation

Equations 4: Speed Ratio formula

Equations 5: Linear Velocity formula

Equations 6: Energy Rate

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 ABSTRACT

Washing of clothes is a necessary activity for it is important to wear clean clothes. It is one of the

basic chores in a household that needs to be done at least once a week. One of the processes of

doing laundry is the drying of clothes; it could be outdoor or indoor drying. Clothes exposed on

direct sunlight have more benefits compared to tumbled dry clothes. There are several factors

that affect outdoor drying but the main problem is the unpredictable weather changes.

A motorized clothesline is an effective mechanism that lessens the effort in moving the hanged

clothes to its desired location depending on the current weather condition. It needs to operate at a

desired speed and direction where clothes will move in moderate motion.

The motor-powered clothesline gives an opportunity in energy conservation by consuming less

electricity and time usage compared to using a dryer. A lesser energy consumption means lesser

energy cost. Clothes dryer power rating will far outweigh to the power rating of a washing

machine motor, which is used for the motor powered clothesline. The average percentage of the

energy rate of the dryer motor is 75% higher of the power rating of the wash motor. Thus,

promoting an energy conservation opportunity.

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