In a landmark achievement, FDDI has secured a Design Registration (No. 474545-001) under the Designs Act, 2000 from the Patent Office, Government of India, for an innovative footwear concept developed through its Centres of Excellence(CoE) and Product Development Centre (PDC), Jodhpur.
The design features flexible and extendable footwear that can be easily adjusted by users to suit varying needs. Particularly relevant for humid conditions and long working hours, the design addresses common concerns such as toe-box constriction, pressure on the metatarsal region, and foot discomfort. Its adaptive structure also caters to situations like swelling or minor injuries, while maintaining style and comfort.
The innovation was driven under the guidance of Dr. Koumi Dutta, with the initial design conceptualized by Mrs. Sweta Shalini (CoE Rohtak) through CAD/CAM integration. The functional prototype was developed by Mr. Manoj Kumar (PDC Jodhpur), while the design registration process was coordinated by Dr. Abhirup Chatterjee (CoE Hyderabad). The prototype further incorporated sustainable vegetable-extracted leatherette sourced by Mrs. Basumitra Ghosh Mukherjee (CoE Kolkata) in collaboration with ICAR.
The prototype was showcased at the 39th India International Leather Fair (IILF) in February, reflecting FDDI’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and industry-relevant product development.
