Abstract: An automated coconut coir panel production device, comprising a cuboidal housing 101 having a display panel 102 for enabling user’s input commands, a reservoir 103 arranged on the housing 101 for storing coconut coir and dispensing into a bucket 104 arranged underneath the reservoir 103, an imaging unit 105 integrated in the housing 101 to determine presence of impurities in the coir, a vibrating unit 106 integrated in the bucket 104 to produce vibrational sensations for spreading the coir to remove impurities from the coir and directed into a vessel 107 configured with the bucket 104, a motorized sliding unit 108 integrated within the housing 101 for translating the bucket 104 towards an extendable rod 109 within the housing 101 for positioning a rotatable blade 110 integrated on the rod 109 for enabling the blade 110 to rotate for shredding the coir into smaller fibers.
Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to an automated coconut coir panel production device that is capable of performing various operations such as dispensing, shredding, mixing, molding, curing and cutting of coconut coir in order to produce high-quality composite panels as per the requirement of a user in an efficient and automated manner.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Traditional methods of producing coconut coir panels involve extensive manual labor, requiring separate equipment for operations such as shredding, mixing, molding, curing, and cutting. These methods are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to inconsistencies in the quality of the final product. Additionally, the lack of automation in these processes often results in inefficiencies, increased production costs, and difficulties in achieving desired panel characteristics.
[0003] Thus, there is a need to develop a device that integrates multiple processes, such as dispensing, shredding, mixing, molding, curing, and cutting coconut coir, into a single device. This device significantly reduces manual intervention, ensures consistency in panel quality, and improves production efficiency, making it possible to meet user-specific requirements in a reliable and automated manner.
[0004] CN103437070A discloses about a fiber board and a manufacturing method thereof. The fiber board comprises a first fiber layer and a second fiber layer, wherein both the top surface and the bottom surface of the second fiber layer are provided with a first fiber layer; the shapes of the radial projections of the first fiber layer and the second fiber layer are the same. The manufacturing method of the fiber board comprises the following steps: mixing and then loosening low-melting-point sheath-core compound fibers and regenerated three-dimensional hollow fibers to obtain first mixed fibers; mixing and loosening the low-melting-point sheath-core compound fibers and coconut fibers to obtain second mixed fibers; uniformly combing the first and second mixed fibers into bundles and then uniformly laying to obtain the first fiber layer and the second fiber layer respectively; laying the second fiber layer on the first fiber layer and covering the second fiber layer with the first fiber layer to obtain a primary fiber board; baking the primary fiber board at the temperature of 110-160 DEG C to obtain a mixed board; compressing and shaping the mixed board to obtain the fiber board. The fiber board does not go moldy and become wormy easily.
[0005] US20130178561A1 discloses about a composite board is manufactured from hydrophobic coconut coir fibers which have been treated to remove at least a portion of coconut pith therefrom; and a hydrophobic vinyl polymer, such as a polyolefin. The composite board is manufactured without any step of chemically modifying coconut coir fibers. The composite board is manufactured by removing at least a portion of coconut pith from coconut coir fibers using a cyclonic separator; combining coconut coir fibers with a hydrophobic polymer to form a mixture; and extruding the mixture to form a composite board.
[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed to assist in the processing of coconut coir for the production of composite panels. However, these devices are often limited to performing specific operations, requiring separate equipment for dispensing, shredding, mixing, molding, curing, and cutting. This fragmented approach results in inefficiencies, inconsistencies in panel quality, and higher production costs due to increased manual labor and time.
[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that integrates all these processes into a single automated device. The device should also streamline operations, reduce manual intervention, ensure consistency in quality, and provide the flexibility to produce coconut coir composite panels tailored to specific user requirements in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.
[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that facilitating the controlled dispensing of coconut coir into a processing area, allowing for optimal handling and preparation of the material based on user specifications.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that ensures the removal of impurities from the coconut coir during the shredding process, thereby improving the quality of the fibers for subsequent panel production.
[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that precisely control the shredding of the coir to achieve the desired fiber size and texture, ensuring consistency and quality in the final panel product.
[0012] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that accurately dispensing binding solutions into the shredded fibers, and ensures the optimal mixing of these solutions with the coir, to achieve the desired consistency and viscosity of the mixture.
[0013] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that applying controlled pressure during the curing process to ensure that the resulting panels meet predetermined quality standards, such as strength and durability.
[0014] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[0015] The present invention relates to an automated coconut coir panel production device is designed to efficiently and autonomously execute a range of operations, including dispensing, shredding, mixing, molding, curing, and cutting of coconut coir to facilitate the production of high-quality composite panels as per the requirements of a user.
[0016] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated coconut coir panel production device comprises of a cuboidal housing equipped with multiple suction cups secured on a fixed surface, a touch interactive display panel installed on the housing for enabling a user to provide input specifications regarding manufacturing of a user-desired coconut coir panel, a reservoir arranged on the housing for storing green and brown coconut coir, a motorized iris lid installed at bottom portion of the reservoir to get opened/closed for dispensing an optimum amount of coir into a bucket arranged underneath the reservoir, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit integrated in the housing to determine presence of impurities in the dispensed coir, a vibrating unit integrated in the bucket to produce vibrational sensations for spreading the coir to remove impurities from the coir which is then directed into a vessel configured with the bucket via motorized iris holes located at base of the bucket, a motorized sliding unit integrated in between the bucket and platform for providing translational movement to the bucket towards an extendable rod arranged on inner periphery of the housing for positioning a rotatable blade integrated on the rod for enabling the blade to rotate for shredding the coir into smaller fibers, a multi-sectioned chamber installed on the body for storing multiple binding solutions, an electronically controlled nozzle via an extendable link to dispense an appropriate amount of the solutions into the bucket.
[0017] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of an expandable frame configured within the housing to expand/contract for adjusting dimensions of the frame, a hollow extendable pole equipped with the bucket for extending to positon an electronically controlled valve arranged on end of the pole over the to pour the mixture into the frame for allowing settling of the mixture for a pre-fed time duration, to form a structure of the panel, a timer linked with the microcontroller for monitoring time-duration of the settling, that is compared to the pre-fed time duration by the microcontroller, a robotic arm installed in the housing for removing the structure from the frame for positioning the structure within a tray provided on the base, a Peltier unit mounted in the housing for providing a heating/cooling effect in the housing, a L-shaped frame arranged in the housing and configured with a plate via a hydraulic jack for applying pressure onto the panels for monitored strength of the manufactured panel, thus ensuring the manufactured panel meets required quality standards, the frame is adjustable via a dual axis slider and a motorized cutter is integrated in the housing for cutting the molded panel into the user specified shape and a battery is configured with the device for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with the device.
[0018] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0019] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an internal view of an automated coconut coir panel production device.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
[0020] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.
[0021] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.
[0022] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.
[0023] The present invention relates to an automated coconut coir panel production device that is capable of performing various operations such as dispensing, shredding, mixing, molding, curing and cutting of coconut coir in order to produce high-quality composite panels as per the requirement of a user in an efficient and automated manner.
[0024] Referring to Figure 1, an internal view of an automated coconut coir panel production device is illustrated, comprising a cuboidal housing 101 secured on a fixed surface, a touch interactive display panel 102 installed on the housing 101, a reservoir 103 arranged on the housing 101, a bucket 104 arranged underneath the reservoir 103, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 105 integrated in the housing 101, a vibrating unit 106 integrated in the bucket 104, a vessel 107 configured with the bucket 104, a motorized sliding unit 108 integrated in between the bucket 104, an extendable rod 109 arranged on inner periphery of the housing 101, a rotatable blade 110 integrated on the rod 109, a multi-sectioned chamber 111 installed on the body, an electronically controlled nozzle 112 via an extendable link installed with the chamber 111, an expandable frame 113 configured within the housing, a hollow extendable pole 114, a robotic arm 115 installed in the housing 101, a Peltier unit 116 mounted in the housing 101, a L-shaped frame 117 arranged in the housing 101 and configured with a plate 118 a dual axis slider 119 and a motorized cutter 120 integrated in the housing 101.
[0025] The proposed device herein comprises of a cuboidal housing 101 developed to be secured on a fixed surface, wherein the housing 101 is configured with multiple suction cups to secure the housing 101 with the surface. The housing 101 is constructed from a durable material such as, but not limited to stainless steel, aluminum alloys, reinforced polymers or high-strength composites. These materials are selected to ensure the housing 101 provides sufficient mechanical strength and rigidity to withstand the cumulative weight of the internal components and external forces during operation.
[0026] A user is required to press a push button integrated with the device, such that when the user presses the push button, it initiates an electrical circuit mechanism. Inside the push button, there is a spring-loaded contact mechanism that, under normal circumstances, maintains an open circuit. When the button is pressed, it compresses the spring, causing the contacts to meet and complete the circuit. This closure then sends an electrical signal to an inbuilt microcontroller associated with the device to either power up or shut down. Conversely, releasing the button allows the spring to return to its original position, breaking the circuit and sending the signal to deactivate the device.
[0027] Upon activation, the user access a touch interactive display panel 102 installed on the housing 101 to provide input specifications regarding manufacturing of a user-desired coconut coir panel. The display panel 102 consists of multiple layers, including a transparent conductive layer such as indium tin oxide (ITO) coated glass, which forms the surface that users directly touch. Beneath the layer lies a grid of electrodes, typically made of a conductive material like copper or silver, arranged in rows and columns. When the user touches the display panel 102, it creates a measurable change in capacitance at the point of contact, altering the electrical field between the electrodes. This change is detected by the controller circuitry embedded within the display panel 102, which interprets the position and intensity of the touch. The controller then converts this data into digital signals representing user inputs, which are further processed by the microcontroller.
[0028] A reservoir 103 arranged on the housing 101 for storing both green and brown coconut coir, wherein the microcontroller processes the user’s input specifications, which are provided through the display panel 102. Based on this input, the microcontroller activates a motorized iris lid installed at the bottom portion of the reservoir 103. The iris lid is configured to open and close, dispensing an optimum amount of coir into a bucket 104 positioned underneath the reservoir 103 on the base of the platform as required by the use.
[0029] The microcontroller activates an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 105 integrated in the housing 101 to determine presence of impurities in the dispensed coir. The imaging unit 105 comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images in vicinity of the housing 101, and the captured images are stored within a memory of the imaging unit 105 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 105 also comprises of a processor that is integrated with artificial intelligence protocols, such that the processor processes the optical data and extracts the required data from the captured images. The extracted data is further converted into digital pulses and bits and are further transmitted to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received data and determines presence of impurities in the dispensed coir.
[0030] Based on this input, the microcontroller actuates a vibrating unit 106 integrated into the bucket 104, which generates vibrational motion to spread the coir and effectively remove impurities. The vibrating unit 106 include an electric motor and a vibration-transmitting body. The motor is powered by an electrical signal, generates rotational or linear motion, which is then transferred to the vibration-transmitting body. This body creates oscillations, which propagate through the coir in the bucket 104. These vibrations help loosen and spread the coir, facilitating the removal of impurities by allowing them to separate or settle out. The purified coir is then directed into a vessel 107 connected to the bucket 104 through motorized iris holes located at the base of the bucket 104.
[0031] A motorized sliding unit 108 is integrated between the bucket 104 and the platform to provide translational movement to the bucket 104 towards an extendable rod 109 located on the inner periphery of the housing 101. The sliding unit 108 include sliding rack and rail, such that the bucket 104 is mounted over the racks that are electronically operated by the microcontroller for moving over the rails. The sliding unit 108 is powered by a DC (direct current) motor that is actuated by the microcontroller by providing required electric current to the motor. The motor comprises of a coil that converts the received electric current into mechanical force by generating magnetic field, thus the mechanical force provides the required power to the rack to provide sliding movement to the bucket 104 towards the extendable rod 109.
[0032] The microcontroller then actuates the extendable rod 109 to extend and retract for positioning a rotatable blade 110 attached at the end of the rod 109 which enables the blade 110 to rotate at high speed for shredding the coir into smaller fibers. The extendable rod 109 is linked to a pneumatic unit, including an air compressor, air cylinders, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the rod 109. The pneumatic unit is operated by the microcontroller. Such that the microcontroller actuates valve to allow passage of compressed air from the compressor within the cylinder, the compressed air further develops pressure against the piston and results in pushing and extending the piston.
[0033] The piston is connected with the rod 109 and due to applied pressure the rod 109 extends and similarly, the microcontroller retracts the rod 109 by closing the valve resulting in retraction of the piston. Thus, the microcontroller regulates the extension/retraction of the rod 109 in order to position the rotatable blade 110 for shredding the coir. The rotatable blade 110 is powered by a DC (direct current) motor that is capable of converting the electric current provided from an external force into mechanical force for providing the required power to the blade 110, thus shredding the coir.
[0034] A multi-sectioned chamber 111 is installed on the body to store multiple binding solutions, with each section connected to an electronically controlled nozzle 112 via an extendable link. The nozzle 112 dispenses an appropriate amount of the solutions into the bucket 104. The nozzle 112 operates through precise control facilitated by a solenoid valve actuated by the microcontroller. When the microcontroller sends an electrical signal to the solenoid coil, it generates a magnetic field that moves the valve's armature, allowing the binding solutions to flow through the nozzle 112 into the bucket 104 after which the blade 110 is actuated to mix the dispensed solutions with the fibers, ensuring an optimal consistency and viscosity.
[0035] The imaging unit 105 analyze the fiber properties, such as size, shape, and texture, in real-time as the coir fibers are being shredded which are then processed by the microcontroller, which compares the actual fiber characteristics to the user-specified requirements. Based on this real-time analysis, the microcontroller adjusts the actuation of the shredding blade 110 such as its speed, position or angle to modify the shredding process, ensuring that the fibers meet the desired size, shape and texture as specified by the user. This closed-loop control ensures that the fibers are consistently processed to the required specifications.
[0036] An expandable frame 113 is configured within the housing 101 and actuated by the microcontroller to expand and contract, adjusting the frame’s 113 dimensions according to the user's specifications. the expandable frame 113 is integrated with a drawer arrangement which includes multiple panels that are overlapped to each other with a sliding mechanism, wherein upon actuation of the drawer arrangement by the microcontroller, the motor in the sliding mechanism starts rotating a wheel coupled via a shaft in clockwise/anticlockwise direction providing a movement to the slider mechanism in the drawer arrangement to ensures a smooth and efficient expand and contract of the frame 113 to adjust the frame’s 113 dimensions according to the user's specifications.
[0037] A hollow extendable pole 114 is equipped with the bucket 104 that extends to position an electronically controlled valve at the end of the pole 114. The valve is used to pour the mixture into the frame 113, allowing the mixture to settle for a pre-determined time duration, thereby forming the structure of the panel. A timer is linked to the microcontroller to monitor the settling time, comparing it to the pre-fed time duration. The timer works by measuring the passage of time using its key components, including a clock oscillator and a counting mechanism. The clock oscillator generates a consistent time signal, usually in the form of oscillations or pulses, which is fed into the counting mechanism. The counting mechanism tracks the number of pulses and increments a counter accordingly. The control unit monitors the counter, comparing its value with a pre-set time threshold.
[0038] When the settling time matches the pre-fed duration, the microcontroller actuates a robotic arm 115 installed in the housing 101 to remove the structure from the frame 113 and position it into a tray provided on the base. The robotic arm 115 is able to perform the designated task with high efficiency and accuracy, wherein the robotic arm 115 consists of mechanical joints and actuators, which are controlled by the microcontroller. The actuators allow various degrees of freedom and movement and the joints are actuated by a DC (Direct Current) motor, providing the necessary force and motion to remove the structure from the frame 113 and position it into the tray.
[0039] An ultrasonic sensor is embedded in the housing 101 for ensuring proper consistency during mixing of the solutions with the fibers, while preventing formation of air bubbles. The ultrasonic sensor used herein is an ultrasonic viscometer that works on the principle of measuring the change in the speed of sound as it travels through a fluid, which varies with the fluid's viscosity. The device consists of an ultrasonic transducer that emits high-frequency sound waves into the mixture of fibers and binding solutions. These sound waves propagate through the fluid, and the ultrasonic sensor measures the time it takes for the waves to travel through the medium. The viscosity of the fluid affects how the sound waves travel, with higher viscosity causing slower wave propagation. The sensor analyzes this change in wave speed and sends the data to the microcontroller, which uses it to determine the consistency of the mixture. If the consistency is incorrect, the microcontroller adjust the mixing process, ensuring that the correct viscosity is achieved and preventing the formation of air bubbles or improper mixture consistency.
[0040] A Peltier unit 116 is mounted in the housing 101 to provide a heating or cooling effect, maintaining optimal heat and humidity levels to cure the panels within the tray and ensure proper hardening of the structure. The Peltier unit 116 operates based on the principles of thermoelectric cooling and heating, utilizing the Peltier effect. The Peltier unit 116 consists of two types of semiconductor materials, typically p-type and n-type, arranged in a series of junctions. When an electric current passes through these junctions, heat is absorbed at one junction and released at the other, creating a temperature differential. The side that absorbs heat becomes cooler, while the side that releases heat becomes warmer. This effect is controlled by the direction of the current, allowing the Peltier unit 116 to either cool or heat a given surface. The heat is dissipated using a heat sink attached to the hot side, ensuring efficient temperature control for applications such as regulating the environment inside the housing 101. This ensures the proper curing and hardening of the panels within the tray, facilitating the production of a fully manufactured panel.
[0041] An L-shaped frame 117 is arranged in the housing 101 and connected to a plate 118 via a hydraulic jack, which applies pressure onto the panels. The hydraulic jack operates on the principle of Pascal's law, which states that pressure applied to a confined fluid is transmitted equally in all directions. The hydraulic jack consists of a reservoir 103 for hydraulic fluid, a pump, a small piston and a larger piston. When the pump is operated, hydraulic fluid is forced into the small piston, generating pressure. This pressure is transmitted through the fluid to the larger piston, causing it to move and apply force. The large piston, being significantly larger than the small one, magnifies the applied force, allowing the jack to lift heavy loads with minimal input force. The hydraulic jack is used to apply controlled pressure onto the panels, ensuring uniform and monitored compression to meet the desired strength and quality standards for the manufactured composite panels.
[0042] The frame 113 is designed to be adjustable using a dual-axis slider 119, which allows for precise modification of its dimensions in two directions, ensuring it accommodates different sizes and shapes of molded panels. The motorized cutter 120 integrated into the housing 101 is then used to cut the molded panel into the user-specified shape. The motorized cutter 120 operates by receiving commands from the microcontroller, which adjusts the cutter’s 120 position and cutting speed according to the panel's required shape. The dual-axis slider 119 ensures that the frame 113 is aligned perfectly for cutting, while the motorized cutter 120 provides high precision and efficiency in shaping the molded panel, all based on the user's input specifications.
[0043] The bucket 104 is designed to move through various processing stages, which include dispensing coconut coir, shredding the coir into smaller fibers, mixing the fibers with binding solutions, molding the mixture into a panel shape, and curing the panel to harden it. The microcontroller continuously monitors feedback from various sensors and components integrated into the device. Based on this feedback, the microcontroller ensures that each stage is executed correctly and that the final manufactured panel meets the required quality standards. The device’s sensors may monitor parameters like the consistency of the coir mixture, the pressure applied during molding, the curing time, and the final panel strength, allowing the device to make real-time adjustments to optimize the panel production process. This feedback loop ensures minimal human intervention while maintaining high-quality production.
[0044] The device is associated with a battery for providing the required power to the electronically and electrically operated components including the microcontroller, electrically powered sensors, motorized components and alike of the device. The battery within the device is preferably a lithium-ion-battery which is a rechargeable battery and recharges by deriving the required power from an external power source. The derived power is further stored in form of chemical energy within the battery, which when required by the components of the device derive the required energy in the form of electric current for ensuring smooth and proper functioning of the device.
[0045] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the user inputs specifications via the touch-interactive display, which the microcontroller processes to activate the necessary components. The device dispenses the coconut coir into the bucket 104, where the imaging unit 105 scans for impurities. If any are detected, the vibrating unit 106 removes the impurities. The shredded coir is then mixed with binding solutions, which are dispensed accurately through electronically controlled nozzle 112, and the mixture is thoroughly blended using the high-speed rotating blade 110. The mixture is poured into the expandable frame 113, which is adjusted based on user specifications, and is allowed to settle for a pre-set duration. The timer ensures precise settling time and the robotic arm 115 removes the cured structure from the frame 113 once the time is complete. The Peltier unit 116 controls the temperature and humidity to optimize curing conditions, while the hydraulic jack applies pressure to the cured panel, ensuring it meets strength standards. The fully processed panel is then inspected to ensure it meets quality requirements, resulting in high-quality composite panels with minimal manual intervention.
[0046] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) An automated coconut coir panel production device, comprising:
i) a cuboidal housing 101 equipped with multiple suction cups, developed to be secured on a fixed surface, wherein a touch interactive display panel 102 is installed on said housing 101 for enabling a user to provide input specifications regarding manufacturing of a user-desired coconut coir panel;
ii) a reservoir 103 arranged on said housing 101 for storing green and brown coconut coir, wherein a microcontroller is linked with said display panel 102 for processing said user’s input specifications to activate a motorized iris lid installed at bottom portion of said reservoir 1013 to get opened/closed for dispensing an optimum amount of coir into a bucket 104 arranged underneath said reservoir 103, on base of said housing 101, as per requirement;
iii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 105 integrated in said housing 101 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of said housing 101, respectively to determine presence of impurities in said dispensed coir, based on which said microcontroller actuates a vibrating unit 106 integrated in said bucket 104 to produce vibrational sensations for spreading said coir, to remove impurities from said coir, which is then directed into a vessel 107 configured with said bucket 104 via motorized iris holes located at base of said bucket 104;
iv) a motorized sliding unit 108 integrated in between said bucket 104 and platform for providing translational movement to said bucket 104 towards an extendable rod 109 arranged on inner periphery of said housing 101, wherein said microcontroller actuates said rod 109 to extend/retract for positioning a rotatable blade 110 integrated on end of said rod 109, in view of enabling said blade 110 to rotate at a high-speed for shredding said coir into smaller fibers;
v) a multi-sectioned chamber 111 installed on said body for storing multiple binding solutions, wherein each section is attached with an electronically controlled nozzle 112 via an extendable link, for controlling said nozzle 112 over to dispense an appropriate amount of said solutions into said bucket 104, followed by actuation of said blade 110 to mix said dispensed solutions with said fibers, to attain an optimum consistency and viscosity;
vi) an expandable frame 113 configured within said housing 101 that is actuated by said microcontroller to expand/contract for adjusting dimensions of said frame 113, based on said user’s specifications, wherein a hollow extendable pole 114 equipped with said bucket 104, for extending to positon an electronically controlled valve arranged on end of said pole 114, over said to pour said mixture into said frame 113, in view of allowing settling of said mixture for a pre-fed time duration, to form a structure of said panel;
vii) a timer linked with said microcontroller for monitoring time-duration of said settling, that is compared to said pre-fed time duration by said microcontroller, wherein in case said time-duration matches said pre-fed time duration, said microcontroller actuates a robotic arm 115 installed in said housing 101 for removing said structure from said frame 113, in view of positioning said structure within a tray provided on said base; and
viii) a Peltier unit 116 mounted in said housing 101 for providing a heating/cooling effect in said housing 101, in view of maintaining an optimal heat and humidity levels to cure said panels within said tray, to ensure proper hardening of said structure, to obtain a manufactured panel, wherein a L-shaped frame 117 arranged in said housing 101 and configured with a plate 118 via a hydraulic jack for applying pressure onto said panels, in view of monitored strength of said manufactured panel, thus ensuring said manufactured panel meets required quality standards, thereby seamlessly producing high-quality composite panels with minimal manual intervention.
2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said imaging unit 105 is configured to analyze said fiber properties, such as size, shape, and texture, in real-time during said shredding, based on which said microcontroller regulates actuation of said blade 110 to achieve said user-desired fibre’s characteristics.
3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said frame 113 is adjustable via a dual axis slider 119 and a motorized cutter 120 is integrated in said housing 101 for cutting said molded panel, into said user specified shape.
4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said bucket 104 is configured to move through different processing stages, including dispensing of said coconut coir, shredding, mixing, molding, and curing, with feedback from said microcontroller that said manufactured panel meets said required quality standards.
5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein an ultrasonic sensor is embedded in said housing 101 for ensuring proper consistency during mixing of said solutions with said fibers, while preventing formation of air bubbles.
6) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is configured with said device for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with said device.
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