MUMBAI, India, Sept. 14 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621088530 A) filed by Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology on July 20, 2026, for A Multifunctional Wheelchair.
Inventors include Hujare, Pravin; Dighe, Sawani Kailash; Korwar, Ganesh; Shaikh, Abdullah Vaseem; Pakhide, Mithilesh Ulhas; and Kajari, Tejas Anil.
The application for the patent was published on September 11, 2026, under issue no. 37/2026.
Abstract: The present invention is related to a multifunctional wheelchair is disclosed, providing a costeffective and durable mobility solution with full positional adjustability. The wheelchair is characterized by a Minimalist Three-Frame Modular Construction comprising a Main Seat Frame (101), Back Rest Frame (102), and Leg Rest Frame (103), designed for simplified assembly, reduced manufacturing cost, and easy field-repairability. The core novelty resides in the High-Stability Multi-Position Locking System comprising a Lock Plate (107), Lock (108), Lock Spring (109), and Pull Handle (110), which rigidly secures the Back Rest Frame (102) and Leg Rest Frame (103) across a full range of motion, from upright seating to a nearhorizontal lie-flat position. The wheelchair further includes Main Wheels (105) and Caster Wheels (115) for stable mobility, while ergonomic cushions enhance user comfort and pressure relief. This design eliminates the high cost and maintenance burdens of complex adjustable wheelchairs.
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