MUMBAI, India, June 26 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621016417 A) filed by Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology on February 13, 2026, for A Pedal Powered Washing Machine.
Inventors include Jagdale, Manoj Narsing; Shivtare, Prajwal Hanumant; Bhosale, Ashish Sachidanand; Dhumal, Amol; Kate, Naren; Wanjale, Kirti Hemant; Shelke, Priya Makarand; Ambhore, Nitin; and Somatkar, Avinash Abhiman.
The application for the patent was published on June 19, 2026, under issue no. 25/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a pedal-powered washing machine designed for rural, off-grid, and low-income households. The system comprises a washing drum (101) for loading clothes and water, a pedal mechanism (102) operated by the user to generate mechanical energy, and a drive system (103), such as a belt, chain, or gear-pulley assembly, that transmits motion from the pedals to the drum. The seat assembly (104) provides user comfort during operation, while the rigid frame (105) ensures structural stability. The washing drum (101) contains agitators or fins to stir clothes effectively. Water and detergent are added through an inlet system, and used water is expelled via a drain outlet. The machine allows dual functionality: washing at lower pedal speeds and spin-drying at higher speeds. Bearings and transmission shafts reduce friction, and a cover prevents spillage. This eco-friendly, portable, and cost-effective system operates without electricity, promoting sustainable living and reduced physical strain.
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