IIIT Bhagalpur Develops 'Soundless Loom' Using Sensor Tech, Revolutionizing Weaving

• IIIT Bhagalpur has developed a 'soundless loom' to address the severe noise and physical ailments faced by weavers in Bhagalpur, known as the Silk City.
• The innovation, spurred by Local 18's reports on weavers' health issues, aims to reduce ear-splitting noise and prevent knee pain and arthritis.
• The new loom incorporates sensor technology that automatically stops the shuttle when a thread breaks, eliminating the need for weavers to stand constantly.
• This allows weavers to operate the loom comfortably while sitting, improving their working conditions and preventing fabric errors.
• Weavers hope this affordable technology will be widely accessible, potentially revitalizing Bhagalpur's textile industry in the global market.

Why It Matters: IIIT Bhagalpur's 'soundless loom' with sensor technology promises to transform weaving, improving weaver health and industry efficiency.