MUMBAI, India, June 22 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202631067405 A) filed by Mckv Institute Of Engineering on May 29, 2026, for Transformable Gumboot To Comfortable And Stylish Footwear System.
Inventors include Ruchita Ganguly; Mr. Prasenjit Das; and Mr. Puspen Lahiri.
The application for the patent was published on June 12, 2026, under issue no. 24/2026.
Abstract: The present invention discloses a transformable gumboot to comfortable and stylish footwear system configured to function both as regular footwear and as a waterproof protective boot. The system comprises a base shoe structure integrated with a circumferential ankle zipper mechanism and a detachable upper protective sleeve configured to extend toward the lower knee region. The detachable sleeve includes a rear vertical zipper capable of transforming the sleeve into a cylindrical enclosure surrounding the user’s lower leg. Overlapping waterproof flap structures and snap-lock fastening arrangements are provided near the ankle interface to improve sealing efficiency and structural stability. The detachable sleeve is removably attachable to the base shoe through the circular zipper mechanism extending around the ankle collar region. The footwear further includes a concealed storage compartment configured for storing the folded detachable sleeve during regular shoe operation. The invention thereby improves portability, comfort, environmental adaptability, waterproof protection, convenience, and fashionable daily usability within a single multifunctional footwear system.
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