Single Machine Washer Dryer
Project
- Current Washer-Dryer Units take over 6 hours to completely clean a single load of laundry
- The drying cycle is what causes the long cycle time
- To dry the clothes, a dehumidifier is employed to remove water, little to no heat is used to help dry
- This System
- Uses a modified drum to create more space inside the machine
System
Machine
Methods
- Motor
- 12V DC Motor is used to rotate the drum
- Control Module
- STM32 Microcontroller is used as the main control terminal
- Three cycles to choose from
- Drum Modifications
- Spirals on the inside to move clothes from one part of machine to other
- Tapered drum