PHOTOS: 21-year-old Nigerian student develops mechanical excavator from scrap

Joseph Chubiyo, a 300-level student of electrical/electronic engineering at the University of Agriculture, Markudi in Benue state, has developed an innovative mechanical excavator using scraps.

According to Chubiyo, the innovative mechanical excavator is energy efficient when compared to those in the market.

“This prototype is designed similar to the real excavator in the market but the slight difference is in the fact that my innovative excavator is energy efficient compare to the former,” he said.

The 21-year-old added that he aims to build the excavator with a solar system, without the use of diesel.

Commenting on the composition of the project, Chubiyo said the excavator was developed based on the principles of Pascal’s law of hydraulic.

He said the project consists of a complete “gear” system in form of a piston assembly, adding that the prime driver is based on fluid flow dynamics.

Chubiyo, who hails from Ajaka in Igalamela/Odulu local government area of Kogi state, has also inspired several other technological devices using scraps.

He had earlier developed a hand sanitiser automatic dispenser from recycled scraps.

The student has also pleaded with relevant authorities to help him with the needed support to enable him to fully explore his innovative abilities.

Chubiyo was said to have recently extended his plea to the Kogi state government, noting that with the right investment in young talents, the state could lead the nation in technological advancements.

It was gathered that the student is currently working on a helicopter project, local air-conditioner and water level alarm but could not continue due to lack of finance.