Based on the type of actuation, coconut husking machines are divided into two categories (i) Manually operated
coconut husking machine (ii) Power operated coconut husking machine. In the case of manual husking machines, all
operations are carried out manually. Since a very large force is to be applied as the effort, and due to the small mechanical
advantage, husking is tough and hence involves considerable exertion. In the case of house hold husking, manually
operated husking machines generally suits best.