Design and Fabrication of Weeder with Agro Sprayer
K.Mohan *
Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shanmugha College of Engineering and Technology, Sankari, Salem, India.
V.Dharmaraj
Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shanmugha College of Engineering and Technology, Sankari, Salem, India.
G.Vijayakumar
Department of Agricultural Engineering, Sri Shanmugha College of Engineering and Technology, Sankari, Salem, India.
*Author to whom correspondence should be addressed.
Abstract
The initiative presents a manually operated agricultural sprayer that includes a weed removal feature, specifically designed for farming purposes. This advancement seeks to tackle various significant environmental and sustainability issues. By moving away from conventional engine- powered sprayers that depend on petroleum products, the initiative greatly diminishes pollution and preserves fuel resources, thereby fostering a more sustainable future. The device operates using a D.C. motor powered by electrical energy, which not only enhances environmental sustainability but also improves energy efficiency. When the sprayer unit is in use, it delivers a fine mist of pesticide uniformly across the crops.
Keywords: Weeder, pesticides, D.C motor, rechargeable battery, sprayer, pump