Modification Design of a Hydraulic Claw Machine for Cassava Harvesting

The researchers addressed the challenges faces by the local farmers of cassava plant Tayabas City specifically in Baranggay Opias. The researchers aim to prevent importation of cassava production outside the locality of Tayabas City. The challenges in harvesting the cassava plant gives a lot of time to operate since harvesting the cassava plant requires a manpower to uproot or harvest the cassava plant. The primary objective of the project study is to offer a technological alternative to the conventional approach of harvesting cassava plants, which are frequently utilized as a key ingredient in the renowned culinary dish known as "Budin" in Tayabas City. The data collected during the investigation encompassed surveys and interviews conducted within the community under study. The study concentrated on the conceptualization, construction, and assessment of a device tailored to enhance harvesting efficiency, with a specific focus on design, functionality, and safety. The development and construction of the prototype were informed by an examination of the availability of materials. The resulting machine demonstrates a significant improvement in time difference and efficiency in uprooting the cassava plant compared to traditional method of harvesting the cassava plant. prototype revealed that it not only satisfied but surpassed anticipated levels of performance , offering notable functionality and efficiency. The deployment of this prototype emphasizes the capacity of such innovations to enhance the management of cassava plant harvesting. This research underscores the significance of embracing sustainable technologies that are in harmony with the goals of agricultural fields and community welfare.