Pedal Powered Water Pump for Irrigation

Liew, Chi Yang (2026) Pedal Powered Water Pump for Irrigation. Final Year Project (Diploma), Tunku Abdul Rahman University of Management and Technology.

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Abstract

A pedal-operated water pump is a device that utilizes human power instead of an electric motor to pumpwater, offering an affordable and sustainable alternative for irrigation and household use. This project focuses on the development of a pedal-powered water pump that converts human pedaling effort into mechanical energy through a chain and sprocket mechanism, which transfers motion to a connecting rod attached to a piston pump. The rotary motion of the pedals is effectively transformed into reciprocating motion, enabling the piston to draw and discharge water. Experimental testing of the prototype showed that the pump could extract approximately 2.1 liters of water in 5 minutes, with an average flow rate of 420 mL/min, demonstrating its ability to meet basic household and small-scale irrigation needs. The design emphasizes simplicity, low cost, and ease of maintenance, making it particularly suitable for rural and off-grid communities where access to electricity or fuel is limited. By reducing reliance on conventional energy sources, this pedal-powered pump provides a self-reliant, environmentally friendly, and practical solution for sustainable water supply