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The universal nut sheller (UNS; formerly called the Malian peanut sheller) is a hand-operated machine capable of shelling raw peanuts.[1]
It is made of concrete poured into two fibreglass molds, metal parts, one wrench, and any piece of rock or wood that can serve as a hammer. It accepts a wide range of nut sizes without adjustment. Operators can make necessary adjustments. The life expectancy of the machine is around 25 years.[2]
The Full Belly Project is working to establish businesses that manufacture and distribute appropriate technologies such as the Universal Nut Sheller.
- ^ Dean, Tamara (2008). The Human-Powered Home: Choosing Muscles Over Motors. New Society Publishers. pp. 39–40. ISBN 9780865716018.
- ^ "Coastal Carolina Returned Peace Corps Volunteers promote Malian Peanut Sheller". Peace Corps Online. Retrieved 29 May 2018.