Open Source "Tippy Tap" / Rudimentary Sink

Basics

• A very basic/rudimentary sink used in developing/post disaster areas to allow for hand washing
• Works by a swing like assembly with water containers hanging from it. A foot pedal connected to a string slightly tips the container when pressed causing water to flow.
• Is a very accesible way to bring hand washing to developing/post disaster areas, and in doing so increase hygine while reducing disease
• Also good for temporary sites like Construction Sites or Camping

External Links

• The Wikipedia Page on the Tippy Tap