Session: Research Posters

Paper Number: 112747

112747 - Sustainability Design Analysis; Topology Optimization of Automated Rotary Dryer Component 

Sustainability has been applied to many fields, including engineering,
manufacturing and design. Manufacturers are becoming increasingly concerned
about the issue of sustainability. For instance, recognition of the relationship
between manufacturing operations and the natural environment has become an
important factor in the decision making among industrial societies. Designers and
manufacturing decision makers who adopt a sustainability focus and establish a
sustainability culture within companies are more likely to be successful in
enhancing design and manufacturing. The ability to generate the optimized shape
of a part will help us create innovative, validated designs that are free of both
performance and manufacturability issues. With Topology Optimization, today,
and moving forward, we are able to break the restriction on parameters and fully
explore our design space, resulting in more organic and exiting models capable of
taking advantage of new manufacturing methods not possible, with parametric
optimization. The rotary dryer is a type of industrial dryer employed to reduce or
minimize the liquid moisture content of the material it is handling by bringing it
contact with a heated chamber this equipment is mainly used for heating, baking
or drying of substance and most commonly used for cooking. Our goal is to,
develop a low cost, easy-to-use dryer which will be used comfortably, effectively
distribute heat which powered by electricity, gas or charcoal. Due to irregular
power supply common in developing countries, as well as growing high cost of
hydrocarbon, the need arises for the development of a triple energy source that
uses electricity, gas and charcoal for drying. The triplex-powered dryer is a
combination of components that make possible the use of alternative heat
sources. The element is connected to a thermostat that regulates the rate of heat
generation in the system. pipe was connected from the heating drum filled with
charcoal via a Brower that brows the hot heat to the cylinder. The body is made
of well coated mild steel while the internal surface is made of galvanized sheet

owing to its resistance to rust or corrosion and does not contaminate the food
substance in process. Fibre glass (rock wool) is stuffed in-between the mild steel
and galvanized sheet and which acts to prevent loss of heat (insulation). Fibre
glass is known to have light weight, high strength and high thermal shock
resistance characteristics. Computer Aided Design software was used in the
design and appropriate material selection was considered for it fabrication

Presenting Author: Rufus Chime Institute of Management and Technology

Presenting Author Biography: It is an established fact the greatest among mortals are those whose fact activities uplift the lives of others. Chief Engr. Rufus stands tall among such people in Nigeria today. He is a well versed and seasoned Engineer whose outstanding contribution to engineering sector of Nigeria will remain monumental for a long time to come
An illustrious Son of Awgu local Government Area of Enugu State.
Chime Studied Zealously in pursuit of quality education and obtained different qualifications including;;B.Eng (Mechanical Engineering) from Enugu State University of Science and Technology ESUT .Professional Diploma in Education from Enugu State College of Education Technical 2009, Training in Solid Work modeling and CAD/CAM from Scientific Development Institute Enugu PGD At National Centre for Technology Management Abafemi Awolowo University Ile-Ife currently he obtained his MSc In Engineering Management from Enugu State University of Science and Technology
He is currently Chief Mechanical Engineer and formal Chairman professional coordinating committee and formal Chairman Equipment Fabrication of TETFUND project, School of Engineering at the Institute of Management and Technology Enugu. As a thorough-bred Engineer. He has served the Institution and humanity in different capacities with success records to testify of his versatility in the Engineering Sector
Chime became the first Chairman of the Chapter of Nigerian Institution of Mechanical Engineers shortly after the approval of change of name from Division to Institution on may 27th 2007. The annals of event also have it that he was the Pioneer Chairman of Nigeria Institute Mechanical engineers (South Eastern Zone) Enugu Chapter the same year. He was also the first person that organized Seminar on Mechatronic in Nigeria
Other capacities in which Engr Chime has served Nigeria Society of Engineers at the Enugu level include Publication and Technical Committee in 2006, volunteer Internal Auditor of the State Chapter as well as the member of Audit committee. At the national level, has equally made a bold Mark both as the NIMechE and NSE in general he has served as member, exhibition sub-committee of the NSE International Conference Planning Committee in 2007, member, Codes and Standards committee of NIMechE 2008 and member of National Executive/Council of Nigeria Institution of Mechanical Engineers from 2007-2009
Engr Chime has presented papers at National and International learned gatherings, reviewed over eleven Academic Work and also has over thirty-four articles published in reputable International journals.In recognition of his Contribution to the Development of Engineering he got many Awards,

Authors:

Rufus Chime Institute of Management and Technology