MUMBAI, India, Sept. 7 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202611084160 A) filed by Manipal University Jaipur on July 09, 2026, for Ridebuddy: A System And Method For Optimizing Carpool Matching Using User Preferences And Real-Time Data.
Inventors include Kushagra; and Shishir Singh Chauhan.
The application for the patent was published on September 04, 2026, under issue no. 36/2026.
Abstract: The present invention relates to a system for optimizing carpool matching using user preferences and real-time data. The system comprises a user registration and authentication module for enrolling drivers and passengers, a ride information acquisition module for collecting pickup, destination, travel time, and user preferences, a PostgreSQL-based data management module for storing ride and user information, and a Node.js/Express.js application server for processing requests. A ride matching engine evaluates ride compatibility using location, schedules, preferences, and real-time travel data to generate optimized matches. A React.js map interface visualizes rides, while communication, administrative, and secure network modules facilitate notifications, messaging, monitoring, and dynamic ride recommendation updates for efficient and reliable carpool matching. The invention provides a ride-sharing method using user preferences, route optimization, real-time location tracking, and intelligent matchmaking to enable safe, reliable, cost-effective commuting while reducing traffic congestion, fuel consumption, and environmental pollution.
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