A multipurpose axe

Details: The multipurpose axe is an innovative multi-utility tool. This tool basically has an axe attached to one end of a hollow handle and a nail remover at the other end. The axe can also be converted into a shovel by rotating the blade by 45 degree and can be held in either positions through a cotter pin. The hollow tube can also hold other utility accessories like linear saw blade, screw driver, chisel, knife and a filing tool of different shapes, designs and sizes. A hammer has also been provided at the back of the axe blade.

Innovator: Mohd. RafiqAhangar, Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir

State: Anantnag, Jammu & Kashmir

Funding agency: Department of Science and Technology, Govt of India

Implementing institute: National Innovation Foundation India (NIF), info.nif@nifindia.org