MEG 440 Fall 2006 Project 2
The photo is for the Black & Decker CJ525 CitrusMate Plus Citrus Juicer. You are to design a similar juicer, except for it has uses a power screw, which will eliminate the need to apply pressure on the top part of the juicer. · Estimate the forces / speeds needed for squeezing orange. You may estimate the power by checking specifications of commercial products. · Design the various components of the juicer. Please ensure that it has an attractive shape as you are designing a consumer product. · Select motor, power screw, and nut that match your load requirements. · You are to choose materials and dimensions such that the machine will not fail due to any possible combinations of stresses.  · Ensure that the unit is sealed so the juice will not be contaminated or short-circuit the motor.