G.S.

Mandal’s
Maharashtra institute of technology,
Ch.Sambhaji Nagar

Solar operated
automated grasscutter

Guided by Miss Surekha

Dabhade
 PRESENTATION OF MAJOR PROJECT ON

Solar Operated Automated Grasscutter

GROUP MEMBERS :
1) Tanish Shah. (AE - 08) GUIDED BY :-
2) Vamsi Jadhav. (AE - 11) Miss. Surekha dabhade
3) Mangesh Kaware. (AE - 14)
4) Vaibhav Kale. (AE - 06)
Contents
INTRODUCTION

OBJECTIVES

REVIEW OF LITREATURE

METHODOLOGY
 Grass cutting They need a lot of
Current methods today use
fossil fuels, causing
manual work and
often don't give the
Introduction
Problem: pollution and costing best results for
a lot. maintaining lawns.
Problem Statement :
Expensive
Challenges operations and
harming the
Manual work is tiring,
and sometimes
lawns don't look
Faced: environment with
fossil fuels.
good after cutting.

Create a solar- Reduce pollution, cut

Our Goal: powered grass cutter

that works
costs, and make
lawn care easier with
automatically. precise cutting
 Building a machine
What We're that uses solar This machine aims
Be eco-friendly, and
maintain lawns
power to cut grass to save money,
Doing: automatically.
better.

Helps the Saves money by

Why It environment by
using clean energy
cutting down on fuel
costs and reduces
Ensures that lawns
look neat and well-
Matters: and reducing
pollution.
the need for manual
work.
kept consistently.

Our Less pollution, lower Provides a better

Without harming the
environment or
Solution's costs, and easier
lawn maintenance.
way to keep lawns
looking great
needing a lot of
manual effort.
Impact:
Comparison between normal grass cutter and solar operated grasscutter

Normal Grass cutter Solar Operated Automated Grasscutter

 It is manually operated  It can be controlled by mobile

 It is quite expensive  Can be affordable

 Requires more maintenance  Requires less maintenance

 It is not ecofriendly  It is ecofriendly

 It causes air pollution  It does not cause air pollution

 It is heavy in weight  It is not that heavy compared to normal grass

cutter
 Requires skilled Labour  Labour is not needed
Purpose of the project

 Eco-Friendly Solution:
Using solar energy significantly reduces the carbon footprint, as solar power is a clean and renewable
energy source. This minimizes reliance on fossil fuels, contributing to a greener environment and
reducing air pollution associated with traditional gas-powered equipment used in lawn care.

 Cost-Effective Maintenance:
Automation through solar power decreases long-term operational costs. The elimination of fuel expenses
and reduced reliance on manual labor results in significant savings over time, making this method highly
cost-effective compared to conventional grass cutting practices.

 Future Prospects:
The potential for advancements is vast, including integrating AI for smarter grass cutting or exploring
additional renewable energy sources. These advancements promise greater efficiency and diversified
applications, ensuring the technology's continuous evolution and relevance.
Review of litreature :

Sr no Author Name Year Abstract

1) By Liu Huan, Wang 2010 They have created a wireless remote controlled car with a crash
Dahu, Zhang Tong, detection system, the car can be controlled according to users
China command and ultrasonic sensor prevents any possible crashes.

2) By Vikas Mukhraiya1 2016 He studied the performance of petrol engine based grasscutter
machine and found that it is heavy in weight , expensive , fuel
cost is high and it causes air pollution.

3) By Soju George 2018 From the survey he found that various types of grass cutter
available in market which are run by means of electric and
internal combustion engine having some limit to cut grass at some
height and they require skilled labour.

4) By Adam Gilchrist 2020 He Analysed the durability and efficiency of the manual grass
cutter and found that it requires more human work and it is less
efficient
Objectives

To design solar operated automated grasscutter.

To develop, ecofriendly, cost efficient and labour free
machine.
Integration of Robotics and Automation
Methodology Components :

A. Solar Panel :
 Rated power = 5W(+/- 3%)
 Open circuit voltage = 12 V
 Short circuit current = 1.3A
 Dimension = 21cm x 28cm
 Voltage at maximum power = 17.7V

B. Lithium Ion Battery :

 Voltage = 12V
 Milli Ampere hour = 2200 mAh

C. Wheels :
 Diameter = 8cm
Methodology Components :
D. PCB :
 A printed circuit board (PCB),), is a medium used to
connect or "wire" components to one another in a circuit.

E. Jumper Wires :
 A jumper wire is an electrical wire, or group of
them in a cable, with a connector or pin at each end
which is normally used to interconnect the
components of a breadboard or other prototype or
test circuit, internally or with other equipment or
components, without soldering.

F. Buck Converter :
 A buck converter or step-down converter is a
DC-to-DC converter which steps down voltage
(while stepping up current) from its input
(supply) to its output (load).
Components :
G. L Clamp :
 Used for connecting frame with DC motor

H. Relay :
 Isolate high and low voltage
circuit

I. High Speed DC Motor :

 Rated voltage = 12V and 24V
 No Load speed = 300 rpm for
operating.
 For Cutting Grass – 5000 rpm
J. Node MCU ESP8266 :
 Model = Amica
 Size = 49mm x 26mm
 clock speed = 80Mhz
 USB Connector = Micro USB
 Operating voltage = 3.3V
 Input Voltage = 4.5V to 10V
 Wifi Inbuilt

K. Switches :

L. Connector of Charging :
 Used for charging purpose
Program Code for Node MCU
Design of the model

FRONT VIEW
SIDE VIEW
3D VIEW
Actual model of Solar Operated Automated Grass Cutter
Block Diagram for the model

Solar Panel
Relay
Buck
Converter
Charge
Controller
Node Mcu Mobile

Battery

Dc Motor
 Cost Analysis
Sr.No ComponentName Specification Quantity Price (Rs)
1) NodeMCU ESP8266. 1 320
2) 5000 rpm DCMotor For Cutting grass, 12v 1 300

3) 300 rpm DC Motor For Movement of vehicle 4 780

4) Battery 2200 MAH LithiumIonBattery,12V 1 600

5) SolarPanel 5Watt, 12V 1 500
6) FrameStructure Wooden Frame As per Requirement 200
7) Blade SteelMetal 1 400
8) PCB 10 x 20 cm 1 50
9) Tyre 70mm diameter 4 180
Total Rs 3330
Conclusion and Future Scope
Conclusion :
"The Solar Operated Automated Grass Cutter epitomizes eco-friendly innovation in lawn
maintenance. Powered by solar energy and advanced robotics, it reduces carbon emissions,
offering precise and adaptable grass cutting across various landscapes. Its development marks a
milestone in sustainable landscaping, promising a greener future with cleaner urban
environments. This project showcases the power of innovation in creating eco-conscious
solutions for generations to come."

Future Scope :
1)Enhanced Energy Storage
2)Smart Sensor Integration
3)Remote Monitoring and Control
4)Integration of AI and Machine Learning
5)Commercialization and Mass Production
6)Ergonomics and User-Friendly Interface
7)Exploring Alternative Energy Sources
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