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Chapter IV

DESCRIPTION OF THE COMPLETED PROJECT

This project consists of the description of the structure of the completed

project and processes involve in operation, maintenance and control of the

project.

A. Structure

The structure of the project includes the features, parts, functions and

interrelationships and capabilities and limitations.

1. Features; the features of this project are enumerated below.

a. Dual-powered. This device was designed and operates at 12

volts DC power source and can also operates at 220 volts AC

power source

b. Economical. The construction was done using locally available

supplies and materials that are cheap.

c. Functional. It can be used for laboratory experiments and

demonstration.

2. Parts, Functions and Interrelationships.

The major parts of the completed project and its functions are shown

in Table 9.
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Table 9

Parts and Their Functions

Parts Functions
a. Inverter Converts DC to AC.
b. Variable Power Supply Converts AC to DC.
d. Battery Power source of Inverter.
c. Working Table Holds all the parts and can be storage of tools and

instruments.

Interrelationship.

The Dual-Powered Working Table consists of various parts each part plays

on important role in the effectiveness of operation of this project. The paradigm of

interrelationships of the parts is shown in Figure 6.

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DPS LOAD

Figure 7 Paradigm of Interrelationship of Parts

This project is divided into 4 parts; consist of battery, inverter, variable

power supply and the working table. It needs a supply of 12 volts DC to operate

the inverter. To be able to operate the load a direct power source of 220 volts AC

or a varied DC voltage can also be use, there is also a 220 volts AC supply

coming from the inverter. The working table holds all the parts.

3. Capabilities.

The Dual-Powered Working Table due to its design and construction

includes an inverter which is capable of supplying 220 volts AC and a variable

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power supply which is capable of supplying 0-35 volts DC. The table can be use

as a study table. It can also be use for laboratory experiments and demonstrations

and other functions whenever the project is needed in Electrical or Electronics

Technology.

4. Limitation.

The project is specially designed for 220 volts AC and 0- 35 volts DC

load. The load should not exceed 300 watts so that it can operate. It is applicable

to a load that doesn’t have any heater in their system.

B. Process

The process includes the operating procedures, maintenance and safety

control measures.

1. Operating procedure. The following are the suggested procedure in

manipulation of the device.

a. Connect the AC plug to the 220 volts AC source if you want to use

the direct power supply coming from an AC socket or just hook the

alligator clip to the battery to be able the inverter to operate.

b. Turn on the switch for the inverter; the pilot lamp should indicate

when the power is on.

c. Turn on the variable power supply and lamp. The table lamp

should also light.

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d. Plug the load to the convenience outlet.

2. Maintenance. To maintain the effectiveness of the device, the

following maintenance procedure should be followed.

a. Always place the device in an environment which is well

ventilated.

b. Do not expose to heat or sunlight.

c. Keep out of reach of children.

d. Away from water/moisture oil or grease and away from any

flammable substances

3. Safety and Control Measure

Below are the safety precautions and control measures in the

operation of the gadget.

a. Check the AC plug when plugging.

b. Do not short circuit the battery.

c. Reduce the heavy load if the thermal shutdown occurs.

d. When connected to any appliances, be sure to turn on the inverter

switch first and then, turn on the power switch of the switch of the

appliance.

e. Check all the switches, it should all be turn off for safety.