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Dynamic modelling and control of produce singulation, manipulation and placement processes

Reference	BBS/E/S/00000463
Principal Investigator / Supervisor	Mr John Reed
Co-Investigators / Co-Supervisors
Institution	Silsoe Research Institute
Department	Silsoe Research Institute Department
Funding type	Research
Value (£)	369,512
Status	Completed
Type	Institute Project
Start date	01/04/2002
End date	31/07/2005
Duration	40 months

Abstract

The variability associated with handling many raw and processed food products requires decision making, inspection and dextrous handling skills that are beyond traditional mechanisation techniques. The emergence of computer control, sensor rich, mechatronic systems offers a new route to automation that has the potential to enhance hygiene levels, eliminate repetitive strain injuries, sustain quality and facilitate individual product traceability. Current food machinery development techniques rely on trial and error, empirical approaches involving rig experiments to visualise and assess product dynamics.This project aims to explore the use of free body and mechanisms simulations in a 3D solid modelling environment as a means of providing a scientific method for analysing and assessing new handling system concepts. The objective is to develop techniques for simulating the biomechanical interactions involved in typical food handling system.

Summary

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Committee	Closed Committee - Agri-food (AF)
Research Topics	X – not assigned to a current Research Topic
Research Priority	X – Research Priority information not available
Research Initiative	X - not in an Initiative
Funding Scheme	X – not Funded via a specific Funding Scheme

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