CHAPTER IV

DEVELOPMENT OF PROTOTYPE, RESULTS AND DISCUSSIONS

This chapter discusses the steps on how the prototype was designed and

fabricated. It also includes the standard operating procedures created by the

group intended for the project for the purpose of its testing necessary to prove

the project’s effectiveness and functionality.

1. Integration of Components and Materials in the Project

The researchers entitled their prototype as a proposed “Fruits and

Vegetables Cooler”. The main goal of the study is to provide a machine that can

prolong the freshness of fruits and vegetables. Applying the knowledge and

skills learned and acquired from previous subject of electrical technology and

through different instrument parts and operation, electronics and electrical circuit

installation has a very important role in finishing the study. Through sharing and

giving different ideas by the proponents, they produce a useful and eco-friendly

machine that could benefit many farmers and vendors in prolonging their

agricultural crops.

The following is the schematic diagram of the Fruits and Vegetable Cooler

where in the different components and connection is shown in the figure.

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Figure 4. Schematic Diagram

The figure showed the schematic diagram of the Fruits and Vegetable

Cooler. First, the energy produced by the solar panel going to the charge

controller charge the battery. The inverter is connected to the 12V deep cycle

battery that converts its charge to 220V. This supply used to energize the pump.

The controller has an output of 12V that is consumed by the fan.

System Components and their Function

The project was composed of different important parts in constructing

Fruits and Vegetables Cooler. The frame was fabricated to serve a support of the

whole device and to be able to perform the task of device efficiently. The

researchers inquire different components and choose the best through its brand,

specification and price.

Submersible Water Price

Brand Specification
Pump

Power: 25W
Voltage:220V-240V Php 520.00
Sea Quest Output: 2200L/H
Hmax: 1.95m

Power: 15 W
Voltage: 220V
Resun Php 749.00
Output: 1000L/H
Hmax: 1.1m

Power: 15W
Voltage: 220V
Sebo Output: 700 L/H Php 699.00
Hmax: 1.6m
 As shown in figure 5, a submersible water tank is used to submerge in

water which pushes water to the surface by converting rotary energy into kinetic

energy into pressure energy. The proponents choose the Sea Quest

Submersible Water Tank with the power of 25W, voltage of 220-240V AC and the

high maximum of 1.95m. The high maximum of this pump is appropriate to height

of the cooling pad. This tube has a hermetically sealed motor that is close-

coupled to the body of the water pump. Sealing the motor prevents water from

getting inside and causing a short circuit. The motor drives an impeller.

Figure 5.

Submersible Water Tank

150 watts Solar Price
Brand Specification
Panel

Rated Power: 150W

Voltage: 18.02 V
Current: 0.32A
Dokio Open Circuit Voltage: 22.01V
Php
Short Circuit Current: 9.54A
7899.00
Maximum System Voltage:
1000V

Rated Power: 150W

Voltage: 17.82V
Current: 8.42 A
Win Bright Open Circuit Voltage: 21.42 V Php
Short Circuit Current: 9.26A 7,599.00
Maximum System Voltage:
715V

Rated Power: 150W

Voltage: 18V
Current:8.33 A
Granmerle Php
Open Circuit Voltage: 21.6V
n 9,600.00
Short Circuit Current: 9.16A
Maximum System Voltage:
715V
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As shown in figure 6 is a solar panel which convert the Sun's radiant

energy into electricity. This is done using a principle known as the photovoltaic

effect. Photovoltaic simply means they convert sunlight into electricity. The

proponents choose the Win Bright Solar Panel which has a rated power of 150W,

voltage of 17.82Vand a current of 8.42 A which gives energy to energize the

submersible water pump and the fan.

 Figure 6. Solar Panel

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Cooling Pad Brand Specification Price

Type: Plastic Php 50,000.00

Zhongrun
Size: Customized
Efficiency: 75%-90%

Efficiency: 82%
Wind drag: 70 pa Php 34,900
Head-on wind speed:
3m/s

Type: Clay
Length: 83 cm Php
Height: 95 cm 10,000.00
Width: 15cm
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As shown in figure 7, cooling pad is used to allow maximizing the

evaporation efficiency by creating more contact time between air and water. The
water in the pad evaporates, removing heat from the air while adding moisture.
The proponents used a cooling pad which made of clay pot. Due to high cost of
cooling pad, the proponents used an alternative cooling pad which is made of
clay. The proponents designed the cooling pad like a cone, an alternate cone
which has a larger base and a smaller base. The inside diameter of the larger
base is 65mm and the outside is 87mm, thickness is 11mm. The smaller base
has the inside diameter of 60mm and have the outside diameter of 41mm,
thickness of 11mm. The proponents used this cooling pad because the clay pot
absorbed more water and it makes the water cooled.
 Figure 7. Cooling Pad

Thickness: 11 mm
Inside Diameter: 65 mm
Outside Diameter: 87 mm

Outside Diameter: 60 mm
Inside Diameter: 41 mm

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Deep Cycle Battery Brand Specification Price

Sacred Nominal Voltage: 12V

Rated capacity: 100Ah Php 700.00
Sun
Weight: 4 kgs

Nominal Voltage: 12V

Victron Rated Capacity: 8Ah
Energy Type: Sealed Lead Battery Php 1019.79
Weight: 2.2kgs
 Nominal Voltage: 12V
Matrix Rated Capacity: 10AH Php 1399.00
Weight: 3.20kgs

As shown in figure 8, deep cycle battery is a lead-acid battery designed to

be regularly deeply discharged using most of its capacity. In

contrast, batteries are designed to deliver short, high-current, thus frequently

discharging only a small part of their capacity. The proponents choose the sacred

sun battery with the rated voltage of 12V DC.

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 Figure 8. Deep Cycle Battery

Digital Price
Brand Specification
Thermometer
Measuring Temperature
range: -10°C~+70°C (-
14°F~+158°F)
Measuring Humidity range:
10%~90% RH Php
Eagle 440.00
Accuracy: Temperature ±1°C
Tech (1.8°F)
Humidity ± 5% RH
Resolution: Temperature 0.1°
C
Humidity 1% RH

Measuring temperature range: -

10Celsius~50 Celsius
Measuring humidity: 10%RH-
Php
99%RH
Humidity accuracy: ±5% 357.00
Humidity display resolution: 1%
RH

Measuring Humidity Range:

10%RH ~ 99%RH
Humidity Accuracy: ± 5% Php
45 Humidity Display Resolution: 678.00
1%RH
 As shown in Figure 9, digital thermometer contains thermistor inside

the tip which is used to measure the temperature. They provide quick and

highly accurate results over the body temperature range. These

thermometers are easy to read with LCD display on them. It rely on

the principle that the electrical resistance of metal changes with

temperature. The resistance increases as the temperature rises and

lowers as it cools. The proponents choose this digital thermometer with a

measuring temperature range of 10Celsius~50Celsius, measuring humidity

of 10% RH-99% RH and humidity accuracy of±5%.

Figure 9. Digital Thermometer

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 Cooling Fan Brand Specification Price

Rated voltage: DC12V

Dimensions : 60 x 60 x
Adda Php
25mm
276.25
Fan speed: 3000+ RPM

Allan Rated Voltage: 12V DC Php

Size: 3x3 in
120.00

Unbrande Php
Rated Voltage: 12V DC
d Size: 3x3 in 100.00

As shown in figure 10, cooling fans are used to move heated air away

from the components and draw cooler air over them. Fans attached to

components are usually used in combination with a heat sink to increase the

area of heated surface in contact with the air, thereby improving the efficiency

of cooling. The proponents used a 12VDC cooling fan.

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 Figure 10. Cooling Fan

Level Switch Brand Specification Price

Max. Switch Voltage: AC/DC
100V;
Max. Breakdown Voltage:
Unbrande
AC/DC 220V;
d Max. Switch Current: 0.5A; Php
Max Wattage: 10W 553.00
Temperature Range: -30C-
+125C;
Max Switching Voltage : 100V
DC;
Unbrande Max Contact Rating : 10W
Max Switching Current : 0.5A; Php
d 600.00
Max Breakdown Voltage : 220V
DC;
Max Carry Current : 1.0A;

Max Switch Voltage: 100V DC;

Unbrande Max Contact Rating:10W; Php
d Max Switch Current: 0.5A; 341.00
Screw Thread Diameter: 8mm

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 As shown in figure 11, level switch is a device equips electrodes to detect

liquid levels. These level switches have been used in various locations where

liquid levels must be detected. The proponents used a level switch which is

located at the water tank. The level switch will indicates the level of the water in

the water tank. The proponents choose this level switch with the maximum

contact rating of 10W, maximum switching voltage of 100V DC, max switching

current of 0.5A, maximum breakdown voltage of 220V DC,

and maximum carry current of 1.0A.

Figure 11. Level Switch

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Charge Controller Brand Specification Price

Rated Voltage: 12V 24V Auto

Current: 30A
USB output: 5V / 3A
Victron Php
Standby current: <10mA 729.00
Energy Working temperature: -35 ~ +60
℃
Size: 150 * 78 * 35mm

Rated Voltage: 12V / 24V

Automatic Php
Suoer Rated Current: 30A / 50A 1709.00
(Optional)
Voltage of Solar Panels: ≤50V

Light control mode,

Time control mode
Unbrande Reverse connecting protection Php
Hanging style design makes it
d convenient to install 1500.00
2 USB charging interface(5V 1A)
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As shown in figure 12, charge controller is basically a voltage and/or

current regulator to keep batteries from overcharging. It limits the rate at which

electric current is added to or drawn from electric batteries. It prevents

overcharging and may protect against overvoltage, which can reduce battery

performance or lifespan, and may pose a safety risk.

Figure 12. Charge Controller

As shown in figure 13, pilot lamp is an electric lamp, used in association

with a control, which by means of position or color indicates the functioning of the

control; an indicator light or a control light. The proponents used pilot lamp as an

indicator if the water in the tank drains and reached in its high level.
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Figure 13. Pilot Lamp

Testing preparation

The researchers chose to purchase the materials from a manufacturer site

in Manila, a primary distributor of solar panels and battery. On this stage, shows

the researchers complete all the materials and parts that are needed in

constructing and assembling the prototype.

Figure 14. Measuring

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The researchers prepared all the materials and tools needed in

measuring. In figure 14, stainless steel, steel bars and angular bars are

measured according to the desired length of the project.

Figure 15. Cutting

The researchers prepared all the materials and tools needed in cutting. In

figure 15, as the materials are measured in its desired length, the researchers cut

the materials. Cutting tools are aided to cut steel bars and angular bars into

desired lengths. The researchers also prioritized first the safety measurements in

handling a machine. The researchers had worn protective clothing and

equipment.
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Figure 16. Welding the Frame

The researchers prepare all the materials to be used in the framing

fabrication. In figure 16, steel bars and angular bars are mounted according to

the design with the aid of welding machine. As for safety precaution while

designing and constructing the frame, the researchers used the proper tools and

equipment.
 Figure 17. Furnishing of framework welding

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As shown in figure 17, after forming and welding the frame of the cooler

storage, the researchers provide the right tools in furnishing the framework

welding. The researchers also provide protective equipment. The framework will

be furnished and cleaned.

Figure 18. Painting the Frame

In figure18, after furnishing the framework welding, the researchers paint

the whole frame in order to hide rust and make the frame more presentable. The
researchers prepared first a grey paint for the first coating and the second

coating of the body frame is blue.

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Figure 19. Assembling the Drawer and Tank of the Storage

The researchers assemble the drawer by lay-outing and measuring the

desired length of the drawer. The researchers also bended the stainless in the

bending machine. After bending the stainless, the researchers used riveter in

order to connect the four corners of the drawer. In assembling the water tank, the

stainless is bended in the desired length. The researchers used silicon in order

for the water not to leak.

 Figure 20. Wiring

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In figure 20, the researchers provide the materials and tools needed in

wiring the control panel. The control panel consists of pilot lamp, charge

controller, two digital thermometer, switch and breaker.

The fabrication and assembling of the parts in constructing the machine is

done. Make sure to always clean the machine in prolonging the life and to always

make the machine in good condition.

Maintenance

Maintenance measures are provided in order for the Fruits and

Vegetables Cooler to prolong its useful life and to maintain its good condition.
The list below must be followed:

1. Monthly checking of the electric connection.

2. Monthly cleaning the machine parts by using cotton or any soft fabric.

3. Check the water in the water tank. The indicator will indicates if the
water are

already drained.

4. Test the machine if it is functioning well and can perform the operation.
 In every operation of the Fruits and Vegetables Cooler, maintained

measure is required. Always ensure that all the parts are clean and in good

condition. Checking of its parts is important to avoid malfunction while in

operation.

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Preliminary Testing Before Modification

After the fabrication of the prototype, preliminary testing follows. This

preliminary testing involved investigation and observation of the prototype under

operation.

Testing of the Constructed Cooler

Purpose of the Tests

1. The first test involves the use of digital thermometer to know the

operational temperature. The researchers used two digital thermometer

to measure the outside and the inside temperature and also the

temperature difference.

2. In the second test, the performance of the cooler compared to the

traditional storage.
 2.1 Sample Testing No. 1 with 1 to 2 hours checking interval

2.2 Sample Testing No. 2 with 24 hours checking

3. Charging and Discharging of Battery

Experimental Observation

Fruits and Vegetables Cooler was tested over a period of 10 days using

fresh red tomatoes, eggplants, pechay, calamansi and chilli. The cooler was

tested for its ability to reduce the temperature while maintaining the increased

relative humidity. During the

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testing period, the digital thermometer was suspended in the storage through a

small hole in the cabinet to ascertain the variation of temperature in the storage,

while a control sample of fresh red tomatoes, eggplants, pechay, calamansi and

chilli are spread on drawer of the cooler and the other sample were put it in a

small box which likely a traditional storage or practice of mostly farmers.

 (Traditional Storage) (Cooler Storage)

Figure 20. Experimental Sample

Testing No. 1

Table 1. Testing of Sample within 1 hour checking as of March 8, 2018

March 8, 2018
Outside Inside
Temperatur Temperatur Temperatur Outside Inside
Time
e e e Difference Humidity Humidity
(C) (C)
5:00 AM 23. 8 23.2 0.6 16% 99%
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The table showed the representation of the checking of temperature of the

cooler storage. In one hour checking of sample, the temperature drops 0.6 as of

5:00 am. It indicates that the inside temperature was lower than the ambient

temperature. The outside humidity of the cooler is 16% while the inside diameter

is 99%.

Table 2. Testing of Sample with 2 hours interval

March 9, 2018
Outside Inside
Temperature Outside Inside
Time Temperature Temperature
Difference Humidity Humidity
(C) (C)
5:00 AM
6:00 AM 23.9 24.6 0.7 19% 99%

7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM 24.6 25.6 -1 17% 99%

The table showed the 2 hours interval testing sample of the temperature of

the cooler storage. In this checking, the highest temperature drop is 1 as of 9;00

am while the lowest temperature drop is 0.7. the highest outside humidity of the

cooler is 19% while the lowest humidity is 17%.

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Figure 21. Testing Sample No. 1

The figure shows the sample tested on March 9, 2018. The traditional
storage (left
picture) and the cooler storage (right picture) shows a big comparison within a
one day
testing.
 Table 3. Testing of Sample with 3 hours interval

March 10,
2018
Outside Inside
Temperature Outside Inside
Time Temperature Temperature
Difference Humidity Humidity
(C) (C)
6:00 AM 25.3 24.4 0.9 11% 99%
7:00 AM
8:00 AM
9:00 AM 27.9 26.4 1.5 10% 99%

The table shows the testing of sample with 3 hours interval. In this testing,

the highest temperature difference of the cooler is 1.5 while the lowest is 0.7. The

highest humidity is 11% and the inside has the same measure of 99%.

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Table 4. Testing of Sample as of March 11, 2018

March 11, 2018

Outside Inside
Temperature Outside Inside
Time Temperature Temperature
Difference Humidity Humidity
(C) (C)
7:00 AM 23.6 23.6 0 15% 99%
9:00 AM 26.5 25.3 1.3 11% 92%
11:00 AM 32.1 28.8 3.3 10% 84%
1:00 PM 31.2 28.3 2.9 10% 85%
3:00 PM 31.1 27.8 3.3 10% 86%
4:00 PM 30.2 27.4 2.8 10% 89%
5.00 PM 27.3 25.9 1.4 11% 94%
6:00 PM 25.5 24.8 0.7 11% 97%
 The table 4 represents the testing sample on March 11, 2018. It

shows that the highest temperature difference measures 3.3 while the lowest

measures 0.7. The highest outside humidity is 15% while the lowest is 10%. The

highest inside humidity of the cooler is 99% while the lowest is 84%.

Figure 22. End Result of Testing Sample No. 1

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The figure 22 shows the comparison of the quality of freshness of the

sample. As of March 11, 2018 at 11:00 am, the sample in the traditional storage

was dried and damaged and also the quality and the firmness of the sample

create a big difference. While in the cooler storage has less damage.
 3.5

3
TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE
2.5

2
DAY 4
1.5 DAY 3
DAY 2
1
DAY 1

0.5

0
5:00 6:00 7:00 9:00 10:AM 11:00 1:00 3:00 4:00 5:00 6:00
AM AM AM AM AM AM AM AM AM AM

TIME

Graph 1. Variation of Temperature Difference with respect to Time

As shown in the graph is the resulting temperature difference of the Fruits

and Vegetables Cooler throughout the test period of 4 days. It is seen that the

temperature drop is between 1.5C to 3.3C.

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Testing Sample No. 2

Table 5. Testing Sample No. 2 with 24 hours checking

March 12-
13, 2018
Outside Inside
Temperature Outside Inside
Time Temperature Temperature
Difference Humidity Humidity
(C) (C)
7:00 AM 23.0 21.8 0.5 15% 99%
8:00 AM 29.6 25.6 2.2 10% 98%
 9:00 AM 30.4 26.3 3.4 10% 91%
10:00 AM 30.1 27.1 2.3 10% 92%
11:00 AM 32.2 28.9 3.6 10% 62%
12:00 PM 35.2 30.1 4.5 10% 81%
1:00 PM 33.4 29.2 3.9 10% 83%
2:00 PM 32.1 28.6 4.2 10% 82%
3:00 PM 31.7 28.4 3.9 10% 84%
4:00 PM 31.1 28.4 3.0 10% 85%
5.00 PM 28.3 26.6 2.0 10% 91%
6:00 PM 26.8 25.7 1.4 11% 94%
7:00 PM 25.3 24.7 0.7 11% 99%
8:00 PM 24.4 24.0 0.4 15% 99%
9:00 PM 23.9 23.6 0.4 15% 99%
10:00 PM 23.6 23.4 0.1 15% 97%
11:00 PM 23.1 23.1 0 15% 99%
12:00 AM 22.4 22.8 0.2 16% 99%
1:00 AM 23.2 23.2 0.5 15% 99%
2:00 AM 23.3 23.4 0.8 15% 99%
3:00 AM 23.3 23.4 1.0 15% 99%
4:00 AM 22.4 23.0 0.9 20% 99%
5:00 AM 22.6 23.1 0.6 17% 99%
6: 00 AM 22.6 23.2 0.8 17% 99%
7:00 AM 24.8 24.3 1.6 15% 99%

The table 5 represents the testing sample No. 2 with 24 hours

checking. In 24 hours checking, the highest temperature difference measures 4.5
as of 12:00 pm while the lowest temperature measures 0 as of 11:00 pm. The
highest outside humidity is 20% while the lowest is 10%.

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Table 6. Testing Sample No. 2 with 24 hours checking

March 13-14, 2018

Outside Inside
Temperature Outside Inside
Time Temperature Temperature
Difference Humidity Humidity
(C) (C)
7:00 AM 24.8 24.3 0.5 10% 99%
8:00 AM 27.9 25.7 2.2 10% 94%
9:00 AM 29.8 26.4 3.4 10% 84%
10:00 AM 31.6 29.3 2.3 10% 81%
11:00 AM 34.0 30.4 3.6 10% 81%
12:00 PM 35.2 30.7 4.5 10% 80%
1:00 PM 33.6 29.7 3.9 10% 81%
2:00 PM 33.4 29.2 4.2 10% 83%
3:00 PM 33.1 29.2 3.9 10% 82%
4:00 PM 31.9 28.9 3.0 10% 82%
5.00 PM 29.1 27.1 2.0 10% 88%
6:00 PM 27.7 26.3 1.4 11% 91%
7:00 PM 26.0 25.3 0.7 11% 99%
8:00 PM 25.3 24.9 0.4 11% 99%
9:00 PM 24.5 24.1 0.4 15% 98%
10:00 PM 24.2 24.1 0.1 15% 99%
11:00 PM 24.1 24.1 0 15% 99%
12:00 AM 23.7 23.9 0.2 16% 98%
1:00 AM 23.1 23.6 0.5 16% 99%
2:00 AM 22.6 23.4 0.8 17% 99%
3:00 AM 21.7 22.7 1.0 22% 995
4:00 AM 21.8 22.7 0.9 22% 99%
5:00 AM 22.2 22.8 0.6 21% 99%
6: 00 AM 22.0 22.8 0.8 22% 99%
7:00 AM 25.2 23.6 1.6 15% 99%
 The table 6 represents the testing sample No. 2 with 24 hours checking. In

24 hours checking, the highest temperature difference measures 5.1 as of 1:00

pm while the lowest temperature measures 0 as of 3:00 am. As of 7:00 pm the

pump is turned off because the ambient temperature is lower. The storage is

cooler in evening than in a day.

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Table 7. Testing Sample No. 2 with 24 hours checking

March 14-
15,2018
Outside Inside
Temperatur Temperatur Temperature Outside Inside
TIME
e e difference Humidity Humidity
(˚C) (˚C)
7:00 AM 23.6 25.2 1.6 15% 99%
8:00 AM 25.2 27.1 1.9 11% 99%
9:00 AM 26.6 31.1 4.5 10% 94%
10:00 AM 29.1 31.9 2.8 10% 82%
11:00 AM 30 33.8 3.8 10% 81%
12:00 PM 30.4 35 4.6 10% 71%
1:00 PM 29.6 34.7 5.1 10% 79%
2:00 PM 29.6 34.3 4.7 10% 77%
3:00 PM 29.1 33.6 4.5 10% 79%
4:00 PM 28.8 32.3 3.5 10% 77%
5:00 PM 27.7 30.2 2.5 10% 79%
6:00 PM 25.7 27.3 1.6 11% 80%
7:00 PM 25.1 26.1 1.0 11% 82%
 8:00 PM 24.2 24.9 0.7 12% 89%
9:00 PM 23.5 24.3 0.8 11% 89%
10:00 PM 23.2 23.8 0.6 11% 91%
11:00 PM 22.8 23.3 0.5 15% 92%
12:00 AM 22.8 23 0.2 15% 92%
1:00 AM 22.5 22.4 -0.1 16% 94%
2:00 AM 22.9 22.7 -0.2 16% 97%
3:00 AM 23.2 23.2 0 15% 99%
4:00 AM 23.1 22.6 -0.5 17% 99%
5:00 AM 22.2 21.3 -0.9 21% 99%
6:00 AM 22.2 21.4 -0.8 21% 99%
7:00 AM 23.1 25.6 2.5 15% 99%

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The table 7 represents the testing sample No.2 with 24 hours checking. In

24 hours checking, the highest temperature difference measures 5.1 as of 1:00

pm while the lowest temperature measures 0 as of 3:00 am. The highest outside

humidity is 21% while the lowest is 10%. The inside has the highest humidity of

99% while lowest measures 77%.

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TEMPERATURE DIFFERENCE 5

4
DAY 5-Day 6
3
DAY 6- DAY 7

2 DAY 7- DAY 8

TIME

Graph 2. Variation of Temperature Difference with respect to Time

As shown in the graph is the resulting temperature difference of the Fruits

and Vegetables Cooler throughout the test period 3 days. It is seen that the

highest temperature drop is 5.1C.

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Charging and Discharging of Battery

Discharging Charging

Initial voltage Final voltage Initial voltage Final voltage

13 V 12.71 V 12.71 V 12.92 V

 12.92 V 12.89V 12.89V 13.08V

13.08V 12.93V 12.93 V 12.96 V

To evaluate the performance of the prototype, the test determined

by measuring the output voltage and output current using voltmeter and ammeter

(multi-tester). The initial value of the battery was measured. This is to determine

the charging capability and battery status of Fruits and Vegetable Cooler.

After the battery is charged, the charge controller is switched on. the

battery is connected to the charge controller to determine the discharging

capability and battery status of Fruits and Vegetable Cooler. The voltage

reduction measured using voltmeter and ammeter (multi-meter).

The initial voltage was measured of 13V and after the battery was

discharge, it measured 12.71V. After the battery loses and discharge, the battery

is connected and be charge, the final voltage was measured 12.92V.

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Tank Volume Condition

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Volume of Water (liters)

40
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
7:00AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 11:00 12:00 PM

TIME

Graph 3. Tank Volume Condition

The graph represents the condition of the volume of water in the tank. The

researchers pour 40 liters of water and observe that every 3 hours it drops 5

liters of water. After it drops 5 liters of water, the researchers pour 5 liters of

water in order to maintain the 40 liters of water in the tank.

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Final Set-up of Prototype

The figure below shows the fabricated housing of Fruits and Vegetables

Cooler which includes the orthographic views.

Figure 23. Design of Fruits and Vegetable Cooler

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 Figure 24. Front View

Figure 25. Right Side View

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 Figure 26. Rear View

Total Project Cost

The total cost of the proposed Fruits and Vegetable Cooler was shown in

the table below:

Project Variables Total Cost

Supplies and Materials Php 45, 140.00

Table 8. Total Cost of the Project

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 Table 9. Cost of Supplies and Materials

Unit Price Total Price

QTY Unit Description
(Php) (Php)
1 Cooling Pad 10,000.00 10,000.00
1 PC Solar Panel, 150W 7,599.00 7,599.00
1 PC Charge Controller 1,709.00 1709.00
1 PC Deep Cycle Battery 700.00 700.00

1 PC Float Type Level Switch 600.00 600.00

Submersible Water
2 PCS 520.00 1,040.00
Pump
10 PCS Cooling Fan 100.00 1,000.00
1 PCS Circuit Breaker 150.00 150.00
2 PCS Pilot Lamp 24.00 48.00
2 PCS Digital Thermometer 357.00 714.00
5 PCS Stainless Sheet Metal 1650.00 8,250.00
8 PCS Angular Bar, 1⁄8 x 1 350.00 2,800.00
10 PCS Flat Bar, 1⁄4 x 1 250.00 2,500.00
3 PCS Spray Paint (Blue) 100.00 300.00
5 m Insulation 90.00 450.00
10 PCS Drill Bit (5/32) 90.00 900.00
1 Box Rivet 200.00 200.00
2 PCS Lock 215.00 430.00
4 PCS Roller 275.00 1,100.00
2 m Chemical Hose 100.00 200.00
Drawer and Tank
1 LOT 2000.00 2000.00
Assemble
Total Cost 45, 140.00