Development of a Factory Automated Manufacturing System Learning Kit

Abstract

This research presents the development of an instructional module focused on automated factory manufacturing systems. The primary objective was to fabricate a prototype industrial packaging conveyor system utilized for controlling automated workflows via a Programmable Logic Controller (PLC). The system integrates Image Processing technology to verify quality and detect bottle cap sealing integrity, alongside Internet of Things (IoT) technology for real-time monitoring of production status and quality metrics. The study involved 22 second-year undergraduate students majoring in Mechatronics and Robotics Engineering who participated in a practical workshop. The findings indicate that the developed learning kit is both practical and efficient, successfully aligning with the research objectives. Additionally, the students demonstrated positive engagement in learning automated manufacturing technologies, suggesting that this apparatus is an effective tool for related pedagogical applications.