Development of Water Roller Drum for farm irrigation
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2024
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Mary Antoinette S. Bunao and Princess C. Mananguit
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The study developed a water roller drum for farm irrigation, aiming to improve efficiency for small-scale farmers. The prototype, tested against pail and dipper methods, showed lower discharge rate, higher field capacity, better ease of operation and faster operating speed.
The study found that despite a lower discharge rate of 394.79 liters per hour, the water roller drum had a higher field capacity of 0.0716 hectares per hour, faster operating speed of 88.68 minutes, and a lower operator pulse rate of 112.11 beats per minute, making it easier to operate. A survey with 30 respondents confirmed the marketability of the water roller drum, with a majority preferring it over traditional methods and willing to purchase within a specified price range. the estimated fabrication cost is Php 5,185.00, with labor cost being 40% of material cost. The machine has a break-even value of 2.54 ha/yr, earning profit when the area is at least 127 sqm and with two cropping seasons. The study highlights the water roller drum's potential for improving irrigation efficiency, labor reduction, and crop productivity, with future improvements involving lighter materials, ergonomic features and improved traction.