ABSTRACT

 The design and fabrication process of a multi-crop slicing machine, detailed within this project, align with one ofthe critical steps involved in root and tuber crop processing (slicing). The project details the engineering steps in the development of the slicing machine, which ensures consistent slicing, leading to uniform drying and microbial growth control. The performance evaluation results demonstrate the slicing machine's remarkable capabilities. For the materials tested, the machine achieved remarkable throughput, with figures of 136.36 g/s for potatoes, 150 g/s for onions. 115.38 g/s for ginger, and 125 g/s for cassava. Also, the machine consistently maintained high slicing efficiency, with efficiency percentages of 95.13%, 97.53%, 96.67%, and 96.33% for potatoes, onions, ginger, and cassava, respectively. Based on this result, a python script was written for producing the machine in various capacities. The recommendations provided are aimed at enhancing its capabilities, from user interface improvements to material compatibility expansion. This project offers a comprehensive view ofthe slicing machine's development, performance, and potential for various industries.