Two UKDW Innovations Secure Patents, Offering Practical Solutions for Communities

YOGYAKARTA – Universitas Kristen Duta Wacana (UKDW) has officially received two patents for inventions developed by its academic community. The certificates were symbolically handed over by the Head of Legal Services at the Yogyakarta Regional Office of the Ministry of Law and Human Rights (Kemenkumham DIY) to the UKDW Rector during a ceremony on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.

The achievement reflects UKDW’s commitment to producing innovative and applicable academic outputs, while also strengthening the role of its Centre of Entrepreneurship and Innovation (Centrino) as a hub for campus-based innovation.

Rector Dr.-Ing. Wiyatiningsih, S.T., M.T., expressed appreciation for the inventors’ efforts in creating solutions with social impact.

“These simple patents are not only legal recognition but also a milestone that showcases the creativity and innovation of our academic community. They represent a starting point to inspire more inventions that can provide real, wide-reaching benefits for society,” she said.

Two Inventions from UKDW’s Faculty of Architecture and Design

The two newly patented works are:

• “Foldable Tent Truss Frame” – created by the Urban and Settlement Laboratory team from the Architecture Department: Dr. Imelda Irmawati Damanik, S.T., M.A(UD); Tutun Seliari, S.T., M.Sc.; Yohanes Satyayoga Raniasta, S.T., M.Sc., IAI; Dr.-Ing. Ir. Paulus Bawole, MIP; and Dr.-Ing. Ir. Winarna, M.A.This invention offers a practical foldable tent frame designed to support street vendors.“We were motivated by the limited tools available to street vendors, especially tents. This design provides a foldable truss system that is easy to assemble, sturdy, and stable,” explained Imelda.
• “Process for Producing Sheet Materials from Coffee Waste” – developed by Purwanto, S.T., M.T., from the Product Design Program.The method transforms leftover coffee grounds, commonly found in Yogyakarta’s angkringan street stalls, into sheet materials that can be used as raw material for souvenirs or even as a sustainable leather alternative.“We hope this material can open opportunities for creative products while also reducing waste,” Purwanto said.

Support from Kemenkumham DIY

Evy Setyowati Handayani, S.H., M.H., Head of Legal Services at Kemenkumham DIY, stressed the importance of intellectual property protection for academic innovation.

“Legal protection is official recognition of innovation, enabling broader development and use. We will continue to strengthen collaboration with universities, businesses, and communities to encourage new patents that deliver real impact,” she said.

Collaboration as Key to Innovation

Closing the event, Rector Wiyatiningsih emphasized the significance of synergy between inventors and the university’s intellectual property management office.

“These patents are the result of strong collaboration between the Directorate General of Intellectual Property and higher education institutions,” she concluded. [amp/tr.drr]

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