Multipurpose Orbital Shaker
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DESING, MACHINE, FABRICATE, MULTIPURPOSE ORBITAL SHAKER, SOLIDWORKSAbstract
This project addresses the limited accessibility and high cost of conventional laboratory mixing equipment by developing a compact, low-cost Multipurpose Orbital Shaker suitable for educational, research, and small-scale applications. The methodology involves designing the shaker using SolidWorks and fabricating a prototype with an aluminium profile frame, stainless steel platform, worm-geared DC motor, and an electronically controlled system with PWM speed regulation and IoT-based remote operation. The results demonstrate that the shaker can deliver stable orbital motion with adjustable speed, supporting loads of up to 15 kg while maintaining consistent performance. The project concludes that the proposed Multipurpose Orbital Shaker offers a practical, affordable alternative to commercial units, enhances hands-on laboratory learning, and provides a flexible solution for mixing, stirring, and sieving tasks within constrained budgets and spaces.
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