MUMBAI, India, Oct. 5 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621099034 A) filed by Dr. D. Y. Patil Institute Of Technology, Pimpri, Pune -; and Dnyaan Prasad Global University, School Of Technology And Research, Pimpri, Pune - on August 17, 2026, for Portable Dual-Function Footwear Cleaning And Polishing Apparatus.

Inventors include Dr. Vanita Kshirsagar; Ms. Rashmi Bhadve; Atharva Dubale; Asmit Sontakke; and Sammer Talekar.

The application for the patent was published on October 02, 2026, under issue no. 40/2026.

Abstract: Shoe cleaning and polishing device is an innovative and pragmatic device designed and created to enhance the effectiveness, hygiene and ease of shoe maintenance. It is specially designed for people who often clean and buff their shoes, like students, professionals, service personnel and travelers, and who need a small, neat compact system to clean and buff their shoes in one. The portable, easy-to-use nature of the device makes it appropriate for use in homes, offices, hostels and public areas. It is composed of a sturdy casing that is constructed from various materials, including plastic or lightweight metal, which make it strong and easy to use. The device features a user-friendly grip and handle for easy operation. Two completely different containers or compartments are integrated into the system, one for cleaning and the other for polishing. The cleaning section, which is equipped with water and brushes, is designed to clean the surface of the shoe from dirt, dust and mud, whereas the polishing section includes brushes and polishing material for giving the footwear weight and beauty.Besides, the design provides adequate separation between cleaning and polishing to keep things clean and to avoid mixing dirt and polish. Being compact, it can be easily installed and operated in small areas without any inconvenience. The positioning of brushes and containers is suitably arranged to achieve a uniform cleaning and polishing effect with minimum manual effort. In conclusion, the shoe cleaning and polishing device is a practical and convenient tool for keeping shoes clean and polished. It is efficient, hygienic and easy to use, particularly for daily use and commercial applications. It gives you one integrated system which saves time, effort and mess and shoes are maintained in a convenient way.

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