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@article{179464,
        author = {Shital bhaginath shelar and Santosh Bhaskar and Akanksha Shelke and Snehal Wable and Pooja dhawle},
        title = {Manually operated grass cutting machine},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {12},
        pages = {8607-8612},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=179464},
        abstract = {In today's world, the need for eco-friendly 
and cost-effective agricultural tools is increasing, 
especially 
in 
rural 
and small-scale farming 
communities. This project focuses on the design and 
development of a manually operated grass cutting 
machine, which serves as a simple, efficient, and 
environmentally sustainable alternative to electric or 
fuel powered grass cutters. The proposed machine is 
driven by human effort, eliminating the need for fuel or 
electricity. It consists of basic mechanical components 
such as a rotating cutting blade, a frame, wheels, a 
handle, and a gear mechanism that transmits motion 
from the wheels to the blades. As the operator pushes 
the machine forward, the wheels rotate and transfer 
motion to the cutting blades through a gear or chain 
system, enabling the blades to cut grass effectively. This 
design ensures low maintenance cost, zero fuel 
consumption, and no harmful emissions, making it ideal 
for small gardens, lawns, and parks. The machine is 
lightweight, portable, and easy to operate, requiring 
minimal physical effort due to its mechanical advantage 
system. It also promotes physical exercise and can be 
used in areas where access to electricity or fuel is 
limited. The manually operated grass cutter thus 
provides a sustainable solution to grass maintenance, 
particularly for economically weaker sections and in 
rural settings. Future improvements can include 
adjustable blade height, foldable handles, or the use of 
recyclable materials to further enhance its usability and 
environmental benefits.},
        keywords = {Eco- friendly, Cost-effective, Small-scale  agriculture  Zero fuel consumption},
        month = {May},
        }