Artisanal Blacksmithy (2001-2004)
 Artisanal Blacksmithy (2001-2004) Artisanal Blacksmithy (2001-2004)

A Technology Package for Blacksmiths was developed in collaboration with National Metallurgical Laboratory (NML), Jamshedpur comprising improved heat treatment techniques, a drudgery-reducing Mechanical Hammer for light products such as sickles, and a Fuel-efficient Furnace with blower. Studies of raw materials used by Smiths from different parts of India were conducted. A process for backyard steel-making was also evolved for higher-value products. A system design for networked production of Smithy products was also developed based around a Nodal drop-forge but was not field tested.

Category Machinery and Tools
Developed By Society for Economic and Social Studies, Centre for Technology and Development
Under SEED support? Yes
Current Status
Concerned Person Name: D. Raghunandan
Phone: 9958200572
Email: ctd.delhi@gmail.com
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Last Updated On 07-06-2024

Machinery and Tools Technologies