DOI: https://doi.org/10.36719/2789-6919/57/193-198
Uzeyir Yunuszadeh
Azerbaijan State University of Oil and Industry
PhD student
https://orcid.org/0009-0005-9950-5328
uzeyir.yunuszade1999@gmail.com
Technical Analysis and Optimization of the Gearbox for the
SB-10 Drying Drum
Abstract
This article focuses on the drying system, a critical stage in the processing of raw cotton, which is a strategic sector in agriculture, and the primary equipment used in this process. Drying is the initial stage in cotton processing, reducing moisture to the required level and preparing the material for subsequent purification and processing steps. The main drying equipment is analyzed in detail, including its structure and operating principles, as it ensures effective moisture removal and impurity separation. The drying drum contains several mechanisms, among which the gearbox plays a key role. Its current design is technically examined, and major operational drawbacks – such as noise, vibration, energy loss, large size and weight, and sensitivity to industrial conditions – are investigated. The study evaluates the role of individual components, including gears and bearings, in the gearbox’s operation, considering their advantages and limitations, and identifies criteria for proper component selection. Potential solutions to these issues are explored, and their impact on the gearbox’s subsequent performance is assessed.
The research demonstrates that implementing the suggested improvements can reduce noise levels, increase energy efficiency, enhance operational reliability, and extend service life. Furthermore, accurate calculation of design coefficients ensures long-term operation of the drying drum, maintains energy balance, regulates heat and moisture distribution, and ultimately leads to high-quality processed cotton.
Keywords: drying process, SB-10 drying drum, gearboxes, theoretical calculations, modernization