RollIt!

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Automation in food processing has seen a surge of interest due to its ability to enhance speed, precision, and consistency. This project focuses on the design of an automated sushi production line, addressing the growing demand for efficient and customizable food preparation solutions.This machine takes all the steps in sushi productionfrom rice spreading to rolling-so as to provide consistency in quality and considerable savings in time. By inputting user preferences, it gives an option for personalized service and reduces chances of human error, which is vital for restaurants and catering services. The system’s design emphasizes the integration of hardware components, including stepper motors and DC motors for precise movements, drivers, H-bridge, and relays for motor control, an Arduino Mega controller for centralized coordination, and an ESP32 module with Wi-Fi for app connectivity. The machine executes each step of sushi preparation sequentially: spreading rice evenly, compressing the rice onto the seaweed paper, adding fillings, rolling, and cutting. Rigorous testing is conducted to ensure stable performance, seamless operation, and adherence to functional specifications. While existing sushi-making machines require manual intervention for adding ingredients and lack customization options, this project introduces full automation combined with user-input features. Users can select their preferred fillings and sauces, setting this system apart from other machines on the market. This innovative approach demonstrates how robotics and automation can
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