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The  project  was  made  based  on  the  specification  that  has  been  set.  Maximum  number  of
             puncher  that  gives  uniform  and  clear  imprint  is  4  punchers  in  a  row.  If  we  applied  more  than  4
             punchers at a time it will cause ununiformed imprint. During the test run conducted, there were zero
             casualties.  The  strengths  of  the  prototype  are:  i)  Use  lesser  energy  to  operate  by  using  a
             microcontroller; With the installed start push button and DC motor that is use to lift the weight, user is
             able to lift the weight multiply times without having to manually lift it. ii) Portable; the prototype is
             not stationary thus can be moved around. iii) Have multiple safety features; with the use of buzzer and
             proximity sensors these enhance the safety features of the prototype when it is being used. iv) Easy to
             use; with it simple and interactive mechanism such as the use of LCD screen, user is able to operate
             the machine with ease. The assembly of the project as shown in Figure 5:





























                                   Figure 5: Easy Metal Stamper Machine

             Conclusion and Recommendation
             From  the  test  run  result  and  satisfaction  survey  this  project  is successful.  Our  project  was  able  to
             achieve desired objectives which are developed a prototype that is to mark multiply punchers at a
             time, leave desirable imprint on the metal plates and generate rapid movements with the help of the
             DC Motor. This project make students easier and faster during workpiece stamping process and it
             give the best result of imprint.
                  Based on the discussion and conclusion of the project outcomes, there are some suggestions
             that can be done in order to improve the prototype. Several recommendations are; i) expand the base’s
             width to enhance the stability and reduce vibration during stamping process. ii) Enhance the safety
             features  by  adding  cover  to  necessary  parts  of  the  prototype;  e.g.;  the  weight,  metal  slider.  iii)
             Improve the design of the metal slider by adding an appropriate handle for easy and safer handling iv)
             Improve the design of the metal slider so that it can be use on multiply types and size of metal.

             References
             [1]  Abdul  Jalil,Mohamad  Kassim.  (2000).  Proses  dan  kaedah  rekabentuk.  Penerbit  Universiti
             Teknologi Malaysia.
             [2] Robert L. Mott. (2006). Machine element in mechanical design (4th  edition). Singapore: Pearson
             Prentice Hall.
             [3] Yousef Haik. (2003). Engineering design process. USA: Prentice Hall.
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