Seven students from the mechanical engineering department of Sri Eshwar College of Engineering in the city have successfully developed an innovative electric vehicle (EV) designed specifically for transporting farm loads. The vehicle, powered by a lithium ferro phosphate battery, incorporates a dedicated space at the rear for carrying various agricultural products.
Abinav, a final year mechanical engineering student involved in the project, shared the details: “Farmers can now utilize this electric vehicle to conveniently transport coconuts, dried fronds, and other crops, significantly reducing manual labor and increasing efficiency.”
The college management generously funded the project, which was initiated in January. Within a span of just two months, the team accomplished the remarkable feat of building the vehicle entirely from scratch. They diligently procured all the necessary vehicle components and skillfully assembled them.
The team consisted of final-year students Edric, Emelda, and Jeevanantham, as well as third-year students Amarnath, Elavarasan, and Elanchezhiyan. The project received guidance and support from the head of the department, R Suresh Kumar, along with professors NK Miller Jothi and assistant professor K Sathish. The total cost of the project amounted to approximately INR 8.5 lakh.
Featuring a sturdy metal body, the electric vehicle is specifically designed to maneuver through farmlands, allowing farmers to easily transport their produce and agricultural materials. This innovative solution holds immense potential for revolutionizing the way farming activities are conducted, offering efficiency, convenience, and sustainability to the agricultural sector.
