Development of the water hyacinth transport up from the canal

Abstract

Water hyacinth has caused damage to the ecosystem and agricultural problems. The tools designed for water hyacinth eradication can be easily transported and have no environmental impact. The working principle of the water hyacinth transporter uses a gasoline engine as power, allowing it to be used in remote areas without electricity. It is suitable for use in small canal areas, capable of transporting 3,950 kg of water hyacinth per hour at a speed of 80 rpm. This speed depends on the size and density of the water hyacinth and the feedrate. The machine's performance is indicated by R² = 0.94 for its ability to work and R² = 0.99 for the appropriate use of fuel. It can be a powerful tool for water hyacinth eradication and help reduce labor.