JME 4110: Washer to Dryer Clothes Transfer Device

Authors

Scott Diep, Washington University in St. LouisFollow
Jared Edwards, Washington University in St. LouisFollow
Catherine McDonnell, Washington University in St. LouisFollow
Patrick Geldmeier, Washington University in St. LouisFollow

Publication Date

Summer 2024

Document Type

Final Report

Problem Statement

For those leading busy lives or facing mobility challenges, this project involve a custom device can transfer clothes from washer to the dryer automatically when the person is not home. This solution eliminates the need to manually move clothes from the washer, preventing formation of mildew, and ensuring that the laundry is fresh and ready to wear when you return.

Author's School

McKelvey School of Engineering

Author's Department

Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science

Class Name

Mechanical Engineering Design Project (UMSL JME 410)

Comments

Our device features a custom crane constructed from PVC pipes designed for durability and lightweight operations. It features a custom made motor to rotate the crane, allowing precise movement to handle a mesh bag of laundry. The mesh bag of laundry is suspended under the washer lid by a custom hanging hook for easy access of the clothes for the crane to transfer.

Recommended Citation

Diep, Scott; Edwards, Jared; McDonnell, Catherine; and Geldmeier, Patrick, "JME 4110: Washer to Dryer Clothes Transfer Device" (2024). Washington University / UMSL Mechanical Engineering Design Project JME 4110. 66.
https://openscholarship.wustl.edu/jme410/66