DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF REAPER MACHINE WITH ATTACHMENT MECHANISM

Abstract

The article discusses the design and construction of a reaper machine. The aim is to create a system for crop harvesting that facilitates efficient collection in the shortest possible duration. This configuration is employed for the harvesting of crops, thereby assisting farmers. This configuration harnesses engine power through various mechanisms, including belts, pulleys, rubber wheels, and spur gears, facilitating the conversion of rotary motion into the reciprocating motion of the cutter, which efficiently severs crops without causing damage. The cutting depth for harvesting crops can be modified, and the ground level can be altered according to the farmer's preferences. The attachment mechanism facilitates the disassembly of the blade assembly, allowing for the assembly of blades tailored to specific crop types, such as wheat, rice, grass, and sugar cane.