MUMBAI, India, May 29 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621041614 A) filed by Pranit Gande; Namrata Patil; Sairam Rashinkar; Mann Patel; Hitesh Gaikwad; Akshay Kadam; Dattatraya Nalwade; and Sandeep Kore, Pune, Maharashtra, on April 1, for 'lathe machine chips cleaning device using wiper motorized mechanism.'
Inventor(s) include Pranit Gande; Namrata Patil; Sairam Rashinkar; Mann Patel; Hitesh Gaikwad; Akshay Kadam; Dattatraya Nalwade; and Sandeep Kore.
The application for the patent was published on May 29, under issue no. 22/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to an automated cleaning system specifically designed for improving the maintenance and operational efficiency of lathe machines. During machining operations, a large amount of metal chips and debris accumulates around the working zone, which can negatively affect machining accuracy, tool life, and operator safety. Conventional cleaning methods such as manual removal, air blowing, or fluid jets are often time-consuming, inconsistent, and potentially hazardous. To overcome these limitations, the proposed invention introduces a dual-motor driven wiper mechanism integrated with a chip collection tray that ensures effective and controlled chip removal from the machine workspace. The system operates through two strategically positioned motors connected to a wiper mechanism that sweeps accumulated chips toward a collection tray. The motors can be independently controlled to regulate the wiper motion and cleaning intensity according to operational requirements. This design enables uniform and non-abrasive cleaning while preventing re-deposition of chips onto the work surface or tooling area. The integrated drainage and collection arrangement ensures proper disposal of removed debris, maintaining a clean and efficient machining environment. By automating the cleaning process, the invention significantly reduces manual labor, minimizes machine downtime, and enhances workplace safety by limiting operator exposure to sharp metal chips. Furthermore, consistent chip removal contributes to reduced tool wear, improved machining precision, and lower maintenance costs. The system is compact, easy to install, and compatible with existing lathe machines, making it suitable for a wide range of manufacturing industries, workshops, and educational laboratories. Overall, this invention represents a practical and innovative advancement in automated chip management technology, aimed at improving productivity, reliability, and working conditions in modern machining environments."
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