MUMBAI, India, Sept. 22 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202641105506 A) filed by Saveetha Institute Of Medical And Technical Sciences on September 02, 2026, for Ergonomic Shock-Absorbing Grab Handle For Public Transport.
Inventors include Bargavi K; Dr. S. Hanish Anand; and Dr Ramya Mohan.
The application for the patent was published on September 18, 2026, under issue no. 38/2026.
Abstract: The utility patent titled "Ergonomic Shock-Absorbing Grab Handle for Public Transport" discloses a redesigned overhead grab handle for use in buses, metros, and trams that addresses the ergonomic, hygienic, and structural deficiencies of conventional handles. The invention integrates a load-bearing Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) handle body, a Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) grooved grip area, a 304-grade stainless steel spring core with a TPE sleeve, and a reinforced plastic connector-mount assembly. The spring mechanism absorbs dynamic shock loads transmitted during vehicle movement, reducing wrist and hand strain on the user. The TPE grip is independently replaceable, extending product service life and supporting hygienic maintenance. The invention targets daily commuters — including shorter- stature passengers and students — who travel standing during peak hours in high-density urban transit environments
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