Technologies

Rural Technologies

Title:

Pedal - Driven Potter's Wheel

Area:

Rural Technologies

Focus Area:

Handicrafts

Developing Agency:

Rural technology Action Group(RuTAG),Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kharagpur

Email:

pbsb@agfe.iitkgp.ac.in

Brief Description

Description :

The wheel is based on a revolutionary concept using the bicycle pedal as the source of owner, it enables the potter in a comfortable sitting position with little strain on the back. Salient Features of Potter's Wheel: Circular turntable rotating at 250-300 rpm Less effort in pedaling Bicycle pedal operated turn table with easy and comfortable seat Molding of pot and driving of wheel done simultaneously

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