MUMBAI, India, June 26 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202621050947 A) filed by Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology on April 21, 2026, for A Semi-Automatic Floor Cleaning Machine.
Inventors include Dange, Kaiyyum Shakur; Kore, Sandeep; Patil, Vaishali; Manikjade, Akshay; Narkhade, Ganesh; Shamkuwar, Sonal; Raut, Ketan; and Ratnaparkhi, Archana.
The application for the patent was published on June 19, 2026, under issue no. 25/2026.
Abstract: The present invention is related to a semi-automatic floor cleaning machine is disclosed, designed for efficient cleaning of various floor surfaces while minimizing manual effort and environmental impact. The machine comprises a lightweight frame structure (102) supporting at least one wheel and multiple shafts, a motion- transfer train with bevel gears (101) mounted on an upper shaft (103) and a lower shaft (104) to redirect wheel rotation to a vertical shaft (105), and a cleaning device assembly (106) configured for 360-degree rotation. The cleaning device assembly (106) includes a jute-based cleaning pad (107) for eco-friendly operation. At least one bevel gear (101) is constructed from natural fiber materials to reduce weight and enhance portability. The machine operates without external power, utilizing wheel- induced motion for cleaning. A user-friendly interface provides adjustable cleaning modes, enabling customization for diverse floor types and cleaning requirements. This semi-automatic floor cleaning machine is suitable for residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
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