DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF A MOBILE LPG DISPENSING CART WITH 360 º ROTATING CYCLINDER HOUSING

Student: Amaka Perpetua Leonard
Supervisor: Engr Augustine A Oputa
HOD: Engr Chiedu Ekene Kebodi
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Engineering
Delta State Polytechnic, Ogwashi-Uku, Delta State

Abstract

The aim of this project is to design and fabricate a mobile LPG dispensing cart with 360º rotating cylinder housing, intended to improve safety, accessibility, and efficiency for LPG vendors. The study involved material selection, design calculations, fabrication, and testing of a single cylinder mobile cart. Galvanized steel and mild steel were chosen for strength and corrosion resistance, and a rotating mechanism was integrated for convenient handling. The results showed that the cart is stable, mobile, and allows easy access to the cylinder from any angle, reducing manual handling risks. This design is expected to benefit roadside LPG vendors, improving operational safety and efficiency. Recommendations for future work include multi-cylinder capacity and braking mechanisms.

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