Community Service Through The Application of Arduino-Based Multipurpose Dryer for MSMEs in Balongmojo Village Mojokerto

  • Dwi Khusna Universitas Wijaya Putra
  • Siswadi Siswadi Universitas Wijaya Putra
  • Slamet Riyadi Universitas Wijaya Putra
  • Wahyu Nugroho Universitas Wijaya Putra
  • Muharom Muharom Universitas Wijaya Putra
  • Navik Kholili Universitas Wijaya Putra
  • Alfi Nugroho Universitas Wijaya Putra
DOI: https://doi.org/10.38156/dimastek.v4i02.131
Keywords: community service, MSME, dryer machine, arduino, productivity

Abstract

This community service activity aimed to support MSMEs in Balongmojo Village, Mojokerto Regency, in overcoming food-drying challenges (moringa leaves and local food products), which previously relied on sun drying. Weather uncertainty often delayed production and reduced product quality. The service team provided a solution by implementing an Arduino-based multipurpose dryer machine, operable both manually and via an Android application. The program consisted of socialization, training, and collaborative drying trials with partners. A total of 14 participants, including MSME actors and local residents, joined the training. Results showed that participants were able to operate the machine independently, drying time was reduced (6–8 hours compared to 1–2 days with sun drying), and product quality became more consistent. The application of this technology increased productivity and improved production reliability for the partners.

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Published
2025-10-29
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Vol 4 No 02 (2025): Oktober 2025
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