Development of a prototype durian and cocomut opener machine / Mohamad Zharfan Azami Kusahiri

The Malaysian food industry plays a significant role in the country's economy, but the average household and small businesses lack the machinery needed for efficient operations. Research suggests that building a machine specializing in fruit dehusking, particularly for hard-shelled fruits like Durians, Coconuts, and Jackfruits, would greatly benefit small businesses and households. Currently, dehusking these fruits is a labour-intensive and time-consuming task, sometimes requiring multiple people or specialized tools. Hiring specialists or purchasing expensive machinery adds to production costs. Existing machines on the market are not financially feasible for small businesses and require skilled operators. To address these challenges, a new project proposes a machine that combines mechanical machinery with small effective mechanisms. This machine, made of lightweight materials and utilizing a car jack and separating plier, would be affordable and easy to use for households and small businesses. The project aims to solve three main problem statements: the labour-intensive nature of dehusking hard-shelled fruits, the high cost of heavy-duty machinery and operators, and the environmental impact of polluting machinery. By providing an affordable and eco-friendly solution, the project aims to benefit small businesses and households across the country.