Philippine E-Journals

Design and Fabrication of Peanut Shelling Machine

Maria Aira Mae L. Cairo | Vittorio Vin Stefano R. Barros | Graham N. Vergara

 

Abstract:

Post-production operations are crucial in producing quality peanuts, and thus big industries invest in huge and expensive machines to ensure a wide-scale production of high-grade peanuts. Small-scale peanut producers, however, do not have the same resources and equipment. This research project intended to develop a shelling machine that is affordable, easy to transport, occupies less space, and guarantees high performance. Specifically, the objective was to design and develop a shelling machine suitable for small scale industries. The machine should have a high shelling rate and very minimal mechanical damage to the kernels. Based on the findings, the researchers were able to identify the mechanism that is essential for the shelling performance, the best possible materials to be used along with economic considerations, its shelling capacity, shelling efficiency, mechanical efficiency, and mechanical damage. Accordingly, the project was found to be feasible.