In Malaysia, where rain is a frequent occurrence throughout the year, students often face challenges drying their shoes during the rainy season. Wet shoes can cause discomfort and inconvenience, particularly for school students who rely on dry footwear for daily activities.

To address this issue, a drying shoe machine was developed using affordable materials such as plywood, bulbs, a fan, wires, and an Arduino Nano. This homemade solution was designed to provide a practical and accessible way to dry shoes effectively.

The objective of this project was to assess the effectiveness of the homemade drying shoe machine in drying school students’ shoes. The focus was on evaluating its performance in real-world conditions, particularly during Malaysia’s rainy season.

The machine was constructed using bulbs, wires, a fan, a thermostat, and an Arduino Nano to control its operations. These components were carefully integrated to ensure efficient drying while maintaining safety and functionality.

According to feedback from 20 users, the drying shoe machine has proven helpful during the rainy season. The results indicate that the machine performs effectively, successfully meeting its intended purpose of drying shoes for students.