03 Problem Definition - Q-div-Engg-Exploration-2026-27-Odd/Repo-7 GitHub Wiki

3.1 Question and Answer

Sl. No Questions Answers Objective Function Constraint
1 What is the main goal of the machine? To label the cups and dispense the selected beverage ✓   
2 What is the function of the conveyor belt? To move cups from one station to another   ✓  
3 What is the maximum budget for building the machine? The machine should be built within Rs. 5000     ✓
4 What is the main purpose of automation in this project? To reduce manual effort and improve serving efficiency ✓    
5 What should the machine do when the user selects a beverage? It should direct the cup to the preferred beverage dispensing section   ✓  
6 What is the maximum quantity of pepsi or coke to be dispensed? The quantity must not exceed the 250mL dispensing limit of cup capacity     ✓
7 How much time should it take to complete the process? The machine should reduce the time needed to serve a cup of coke. ✓    
8 What is the function of the labelling mechanism? It should label the cups with the brand name and logo   ✓  
9 Can machine dispense both beverages into the same cup at once? No, it must dispense the beverage selected by the user.     ✓
10 How can we reduce the time required to serve a beverage? By optimizing the movement of cups and the dispensing process. ✓    
11 What is the function of the rotary mechanism? To move or position the cup toward the selected dispensing section.   ✓  
12 What is the maximum size of the machine? The machine must fit within the available space.     ✓
13 What is the main objective of the machine regarding liquid wastage? The machine should minimize liquid wastage. ✓    
14 What is the function of the cup detection sensor ? To detect the presence or position of a cup   ✓  
15 What is the maximum number of cups the machine should process per hour? The machine should process a maximum of 20 cups per hour under normal operating conditions.     ✓
16 What should the machine improve in the labelling process? The machine should improve labelling accuracy. ✓    
17 What is the function of the cup positioning mechanism? It positions the cup correctly for labelling and filling.   ✓  
18 What safety condition must the machine satisfy? Electrical components must be protected from contact with spilled liquids.     ✓
19 What should the machine maximize regarding user satisfaction? The machine should maximize convenience and ease of use. ✓    
20 What is the function of the cup stopper mechanism? It holds the cup in the correct position during labelling and filling.   ✓  

3.2 Basic Survey and Requirement

Sl No. Observation Requirement
1 Budget Within Rs.5000
2 Quantity Must not exceed the 250mL
3 Time Limit work fine atleast for 3 hours
4 Size Fit within available space
5 Function It should label the cups with label and logo
6 No. of cups per hour Maximum of 20 cups

3.3 Identify Client Objectives

SI.NO Objectives
1 Label the cups and dispense the selected beverage
2 Reduce manual effort and improving serving efficiency
3 The machine should reduce time needed to serve  a cup of coke
4 Reduce the time by optimising the movement the cups and dispensing machine
5 The Machine should minimize the liquid wastage
6 The Machine should improve labelling accuracy
7 The Machine should maximize convenience and ease of use

Problem Definition 1.1

There is a need for an automated machine that labels cups with a label and logo and dispenses the selected beverage,serving upto 20 cups per hour.It should reduce serving time by optimising the movement between cups and dispenser,minimise liquid wastage,improve labelling accuracy,and be convenient and easy to use.


3.4 Identifying Constraints

SI.NO Constraints
1 Budget within Rs.5000
2 Quantity should not exceed the limit of the cup
3 The Machine must fit within the available space.
4 The Machine should process a maximum of 20 cups per hour
5 Machine components should withstand with operating temperature of hot liquid

Problem Definition version 1.2

The goal is to design a compact,affordable beverage dispensing machine [ budget<=Rs.5000 ] that delivers the user's selected drink in a measured quantity that never overflows the cup.It should handle up to 20 cups per hour,fit in shielded from spills and all components, able to tolerate hot liquid temperatures, fit in the available space and be safe and durable with electrical parts.

3.5 Identifying Functions

SI.NO Functions
1 Cups move from one station to another using conveyer belt
2 The Machine should direct the cup to the preferred beverage dispensing section
3 The Machine should label the cups with logo and brand name
4 Rotatory mechanism move the cup toward selected dispensing section
5 Cup detection sensor detect the presence of the cup
6 Cup position mechanism position the cup correctly for labelling and filling.
7 Cup stopper mechanism holds the cup in the correct position during labelling and filling.

Problem Definition version 1.3

Beverage vending and dispensing businesses need to serve drinks in branded cups quickly, consistently, and with little manual effort. Doing this by hand is slow, error-prone and leads to cups that are misplaced, unlabelled and filled with the chosen beverage. With minimal human intervention, carries cups through detection, positioning, labelling and filling so that every cup is correctly placed, branded, carries cups through detection, positioning, labelling and filling so that every cup is correctly placed, branded, filled with the wrong beverage.so there is need for an automated machine that can reduce human effort and improve efficiency.The proposed machine will transport cups from one station to another using a conveyor, detect the presence of each cup, and direct it to the selected beverage dispensing section. A rotary mechanism and cup positioning mechanism will accurately move and position the cup for labelling and filling. A cup stopper mechanism will hold the cup firmly in place during these operations. The machine will also apply the required logo and brand label to the cup and dispense the selected beverage accurately. Thus, the system aims to provide faster, consistent, safe, and reliable cup handling, labelling, and beverage dispensing with minimal human intervention.

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