Product: LokJeevika

• GlobalHands initiates an invention for block printing device which can be used in the traditional art.

• It is specially designed for hand challenged individuals.

• The device enables the block to align properly for the perfect design on the fabric and the pressure exerted by a motor driven hammer.

• The expected product is aimed at wider engagement for leprosy affected, burn, polio, cerebral palsy, autism and any loco-motor disease affected people.

Introduction - GlobalHands

Problem Statement:

Problem areas in current method are lack of precision and poor grip due to:

• Deformity of hands

• Weight of the Block

• Pressure on the block

The Solution - LokJeevika

• LokJeevika minimizes the fatigue of the user, since they don’t need to bear the weight of the block.

• Reduces shoulder and hand pain

• Easy to use

• Reduced Mechanism

• Use of IoT (Internet of Things)

• Hydraulic system for pressure management

• Sensors for accuracy

LokJeevika @Work

L-R SliderBeamsFront Back

SliderBlock holde

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Electric Hamme

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Electronics Hammmer EndBlock is slid

through handleThe wooden

Block

COMPONENTS: Product Material - Aluminium

Block is in lifted position by default

• This minimize the fatigue of the user, since they do not need to bear the weight of the block.

• Reduces shoulder and hand pain.

Spring allows block maneuvering for alignment

• Artisan’s cognitive skill is developed by practising block alignment.

• The device keeps the artisan at the center of the picture, enhancing the therapeutic value of Block printing.

• Mechanism available to align the block using beams, based on block position.

Electric Hammer exerts adequate pressure on the block

• The device presses the block appropriately when the artisan presses a button.

• This feature eliminates the fatigue caused by hitting the block with hands.

• The pressure sensor records pressure exerted by user and using machine-learning algorithm adjusts the pressure needed for the press of the block.

Block is dabbed in ink

• Significantly reduced idle time during block printing, by having the ink tray attached to the device.

Training for Newbies

• This device helps greatly in training newbies in block prinitng.

• It also makes the whole process less labour intensive and thereby attracting more people to take up block printing as a sustainable employment option.

LokJeevika for Users

• User Segment: 252 Million unemployed people affected with loco-motor disabilities in Indian rural areas.

LokJeevika Videos:

Here are the links:

• Show-reel: http://globalhands.in/video/webglobalhandsshowreel.mp4

• Assemble the product in suitcase:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5V7CooZdkdQ&feature=youtu.be

LokJeevika for Customers

• Customer Segment: NGOs in India working on rural livelihood solutions.

LokJeevika Incubation Partner

• Incubation Partner: International Committee of Red Cross

• Next milestone: To produce 30 prototypes

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