Diseño y construcción de una máquina ensiladora de hojas de maíz de 25 kg por bloques para la parroquia de Poaló en la provincia de Cotopaxi

Abstract

The purpose of this project is to design and build a corn compactor machine, through the appropriate selection of materials and elements that conform it. In chapter I a study of the history of corn silage will be developed, as well as the production of corn in the province of Cotopaxi, since the sizing of the machine is linked to it. The different alternatives for the design of the machine are also proposed, as the first alternative a cylinder-type piston machine, as a second option the manual compactor, and finally an application with a worm screw. Finally, the most convenient alternative is chosen which consists of a hydraulic system (hydraulic jack), aided by a system of axes and springs for the ideal compaction, thus fulfilling all the needs of the community. In chapter II we proceed to design based on the calculation of stresses, as well as the different types of materials needed for construction such as the calculation of bolts, spring, screws as the most important. Finally, the calculation of the final volume of compacted to size the necessary thickness according to the forces generated by the required compaction force. An experimental analysis of the compacted is made using different types of chopping to know what is ideal size for the work to be faster and more efficient. Additional analysis of the construction costs of the machine will be carried out, thus guaranteeing the profitability of the project.