Pochampally (Smart Ikat Handloom Weaving Shuttle & Color Sorter)
Source: Stemoto Original
Construct a mini weaving loom with a motorized shuttle slider and TCS3200 RGB color sensors. The system checks yarn color sequences for Pochampally Ikat saree designs and weaves patterns automatically.
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Props & Materials Required
- •Mini wooden handloom weaving frame with warp threads
- •Colored yarn spools (Red, Yellow, Blue, White)
- •Motorized linear shuttle slider (stepper / servo driven)
- •TCS3200 RGB color sensor module
- •ESP32 controller board
- •DFPlayer Mini MP3 module + 3W speaker
Step-by-Step Instructions
Select Ikat Saree Pattern
Select pattern on screen: 'Diamond Ikat (Red-Yellow-Red-Yellow)'.
Pass Motorized Shuttle
Press 'Weave Step'. Linear slider drives shuttle through warp threads.
Color Sensor Thread Inspection
TCS3200 color sensor checks thread color sequence. Speaker: 'RED thread verified! Shuttle passing!'
Handloom Weaving Complete
After 20 weave passes, child inspects woven fabric. Speaker plays Telangana Pochampally weaver story!
Why It Works & Notes
Pochampally Ikat weaving involves complex mathematical tie-and-dye patterns. Combining handloom thread weaving with stepper-motor shuttle movement and RGB color sensors connects traditional Indian craft with textile automation.
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