MUMBAI, India, April 10 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202441075892 A) filed by Rajalakshmi Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu, on Oct. 7, 2024, for 'leg rest for street vendors.'
Inventor(s) include Mr. Arun Dharshan N. J; Mr. Bharani Krishna Vemula; Dr. S. Dhandapani; Dr. E. Shankar; Dr. R. Shanthi; and Dr. S. P. Srinivasan.
The application for the patent was published on April 10, under issue no. 15/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "A simple, cost-effective ergonomic leg rest(100) device addresses the issue of physical strain and discomfort experienced by individuals who stand for extended periods. The primary component of the device is a four-bar link mechanism integrated into the leg rest. This mechanism connects the bars(114) with hinges (106) to ensure smooth and unrestricted movement. Additionally, a stopper (108) is positioned at the bottom to limit the leg rest's movement to a restricted angle. Straps are included in the rectangular tube to securely fix it to the street vendor's leg, providing easy wearing and removal. Moreover, padding or a cushion can be added to the top surface of the leg for enhanced comfort."
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