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Mohd Uzair Mohd Rosli
Engineering a Better Slice : Development of an Efficient Watermelon Slicing Tool
2025-06
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Mohd Uzair Mohd Rosli
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Muhammad Syamil Zakaria
,
Masniezam Ahmad
,
Lim Jit Chao
,
Ng Chung Kit
,
Phong Jun Yuan
The Watermelon Slicer project focuses on the design and development of a mechanical tool to efficiently and safely slice watermelons. The objective is to address the challenges associated with manually cutting large and irregularly shaped fruits, which often pose difficulties in terms of safety, consistency, and time consumption. The proposed device integrates ergonomic design with sharp cutting mechanisms to achieve uniform slices with minimal physical effort. Key factors considered in the design include user safety, ease of use, material durability, and cutting precision. Prototypes were tested under various operational conditions to assess performance in terms of cutting efficiency, slice uniformity, and user comfort. Results demonstrate that the slicer significantly reduces preparation time while enhancing safety compared to conventional methods. The study concludes that the watermelon slicer presents an effective, time-saving solution for both domestic and commercial applications. Future work will involve further refinements to improve the product’s versatility for cutting a wider range of fruits and vegetables.