Student Inventor Reclaims Record with World’s Smallest Vacuum Cleaner Made from Ballpoint Pen.

From Pen to Record: Indian Student Creates the World’s Tiniest Vacuum Cleaner

23-year-old Tapala Nadamuni from India has created a Guinness World Record for crafting the world's smallest vacuum cleaner, measuring just 0.65 cm (0.25 in) smaller than the width of an average pinkie fingernail, surpassing the previous record by 0.2 cm. The measurement is based on the shortest axis of the vacuum's body, excluding the handle and power cord dimensions.

He previously held the record in 2020 with a 1.76-cm vacuum and has reclaimed his title with a new design. Over the past two years, including two rejected attempts, he developed a completely new model, preparing over 50 schematic diagrams to meet the required standards. His latest vacuum cleaner measures just 0.65 cm, surpassing the previous record by 0.2 cm. For record purposes, a vacuum cleaner is an electrically powered device that uses suction from negative internal pressure to pick up debris. Achieving sufficient suction was a challenge for Nadamuni, who had to make additional design adjustments after encountering issues during testing.

His vacuum cleaner, crafted primarily from a refillable ballpoint pen with small plastic and metal components, features a tiny rotating fan powered by a four-volt vibration motor to create suction. When plugged in, the vacuum produces a whirring sound and effectively sucks up dust particles, which can be emptied once collected.

He invested approximately 20,000 rupees (£181; $238) in this project. Inventing gadgets has been his passion since childhood, and he is thrilled to have reclaimed the record after four years. He mentioned that all the students at his college were amazed by the tiny vacuum cleaner and that his faculty had described it as the most beautiful creation they had ever seen.

Editor's Note:

Tapala Nadamuni, a 23-year-old student from India, has made headlines by creating the world's smallest vacuum cleaner, measuring just 0.65 cm. This remarkable achievement not only surpasses the previous record but also showcases his dedication and ingenuity. Constructed primarily from a refillable ballpoint pen and powered by a tiny vibration motor, the vacuum demonstrates the potential of creative engineering and persistence. Tapala's success, achieved after extensive testing and investment, highlights his passion for invention and his remarkable achievement in the field of engineering. 

Skoobuzz congratulates Tapala on his extraordinary achievement and appreciates his continuous efforts to create such an innovative vacuum cleaner.