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Volume 9, Issue 4, April – 2024 International Journal of Innovative Science and Research Technology

ISSN No:-2456-2165 https://doi.org/10.38124/ijisrt/IJISRT24APR187

Implementing the Pedal-Craft Sawing Machine


Sagar Anandrao Barai1 Nitin Subhash Benibagde2
Department of Mechanical Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
Smt. Radhikatai Pandav College of Smt. Radhikatai Pandav College of
Engineering and Technology Engineering and Technology
Dighori, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India Dighori, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Soham Haridas Potekar3 Rakesh Manohar Gajbhiye4


Department of Mechanical Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
Smt. Radhikatai Pandav College of Smt. Radhikatai Pandav College of
Engineering and Technology Engineering and Technology
Dighori Nagpur, Maharashtra, India Dighori, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Shubham Hedau5 (Professor) Kushank Gokhale6 (Professor)


Department of Mechanical Engineering Department of Mechanical Engineering
Smt. Radhikatai Pandav College of Smt. Radhikatai Pandav College of
Engineering and Technology Engineering and Technology
Dighori, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India Dighori, Nagpur, Maharashtra, India

Abstract:- The purpose of this project is to design and  Goal


build a pedal-powered hacksaw cutting machine. This This project aims to build a pedal-operated hacksaw
project aims to offer a more contemporary and effective that can reliably cut through a range of materials, such as
way to cut wood, metal, and plastic. It is highly beneficial PVC pipes, metal, and wood. The device also aims to
to the lathering, furniture-making, and PVC material function as a fitness exerciser, motivating users to move
(pipe) cutting sectors. Because it uses a slider crank while doing do-it-yourself tasks. The requirement for
mechanism to transform the flywheel's rotational multipurpose, health-conscious equipment in both home and
movement into the hacksaw's reciprocating motion while business contexts is addressed by the integration of these
the user cycles, this tool can also be used as a fitness functionalities. Efficiency, safety, and user-friendliness will
training machine while cutting. Following testing, the be given top priority in the design by applying the principles
device showed a perfect mechanical advantage and of mechanical engineering. The suggested pedal-driven
overall good efficiency. hacksaw promotes physical exercise through its creative
design in addition to providing a sustainable and
Keywords:- Hacksaw, Pedal Power, Reciprocating Motion. environmentally responsible replacement for conventional
power instruments. This work advances the development of
I. INTRODUCTION do-it-yourself tools by fusing functionalities with
characteristics that promote health, appealing to to the
 The Primary Uses of a Pedal-Powered Hacksaw evolving needs of modern consumers.
Machine are for Hand Metal, Wood, and Plastic Cutting.
The fundamental working principle of the hacksaw propelled  Benefit of Study
by pedals is a chain and sprocket arrangement. When the pedal is This research project's main goal is to alleviate the
depressed, the wheel's spinning action is transformed into the hack physical strain and fatigue that are frequently brought on by
saw's . That's underlying concept behind the slider crank mechanism. It cutting technical materials by hand. Through converting the
has a bicycle-like form and size, yet it can run on very little power cutting process into a physically demanding activity, this
because it requires very little pedal power. Power is transmitted with research seeks to improve accuracy and efficiency while
less loss because of the simplex chain mechanism used in the simultaneously encouraging users' physical fitness. One
transmission process. The chain and crank configuration is lubricated innovative method that has several advantages is the
using a very high viscosity oil, such as SAC 20 or SAE 30. incorporation of fitness components into engineering tool
Additionally, the flywheel is used by the system to lessen speed designs. A prototype pedal-driven hacksaw will be created by
changes brought on by pedaling fluctuations. an extensive investigation of mechanical principles, ergonomic
issues, and exercise science. By using their lower body strength
and cardiovascular endurance to power the cutting mechanism,
The flywheel also acts as a reservoir for energy, users of this novel device will be able to reduce pressure on
releasing energy when the system needs it and storing it their upper body while also getting a great workout.
when there is an excess of it.

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 Limitation of the Machine they need to be correctly tensioned to provide sufficient


torque without slipping.
 Unsuitable for large-scale production  Roller-chain drivers are advised for applications
 It requires more time in comparison to electricity- requiring very high torque, including grinding, and at
powered hacksaw machines. speeds under 500 RPM. Greater diameter pulleys can be
 It is entirely operated by hand. used to reach speeds above 800 RPM.
 If belts or roller chains are not properly tensioned, belts
II. EXAMINING THE DESIGN will slip and chains will derail.
 Because flywheels retain energy, they are frequently
useful. Flywheel use is advised for metal cutting and
grain grinding.
 As a result, it's critical that the load or feed rate
correspond with the pedaler's pace. Avoid overloading
yourself, as this disrupts your pedaling rhythm and
typically results in a less consistent and interior work.
 It's crucial to select pulleys and sprockets with sizes that result in
drive ratios that allow the user to sustain the intended pedaling
pace, which is often between 50 and 60 RPM.

V. CONCLUSION

After the design, build, and extensive testing stages


were completed, the result was a really satisfying pedal-
powered hacksaw machine. The machine embodied
efficiency and inventiveness, made possible by the
utilization of locally accessible raw materials and well-
Fig 1 Design established fabrication procedures. Extensive tests including
the cutting of several materials, such as plastics, wooden
pieces, and metal pipes, clearly showed the machine's
capabilities. Its versatility and dependability were
highlighted by its ease of handling a variety of materials.
Furthermore, a methodical evaluation of the machine's
performance versus existing models confirmed its
superiority in terms of efficacy and efficiency.

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