POLITAP Lecturer Secures Patent for Paving Block Innovation from Bauxite Residue

Ketapang, 26 May 2026 – Politeknik Negeri Ketapang (Ketapang State Polytechnic) has once again recorded a proud achievement in research and innovation through the success of one of its lecturers in securing a patent for developed research outcomes. Maya Santi, S.Pd., M.T. successfully obtained a Patent for an innovative work titled “Product and Manufacturing Process of Paving Blocks from Bauxite Residue”, officially granted on 7 April 2026 with Patent ID P000104782.

The innovation developed by Maya Santi utilizes bauxite residue as a material in the paving block production process. The utilization of this industrial waste serves as an alternative solution that is not only economically viable, but also supports sustainable and environmentally friendly waste management efforts.

Obtaining this patent is tangible proof of Politap's commitment to fostering a culture of research, innovation, and downstreaming research results. In addition to providing legal protection for intellectual property, the patent also opens opportunities for technological development to be utilized more widely by both industry and the community.

The Director along with the entire academic community of Politeknik Negeri Ketapang expressed their appreciation and congratulations on this achievement. This milestone is expected to inspire other lecturers and researchers to continually generate innovations that deliver tangible benefits for development, particularly in the advancement of science, technology, and environmental conservation.

Through this accomplishment, Politap reaffirms its commitment as a vocational higher education institution that does not only focus on education and teaching, but also actively produces applied research that is innovative, effective, and capable of addressing the needs of society and the industrial sector.

Congratulations to Maya Santi, S.Pd., M.T. on obtaining the Patent. May this achievement ignite research and innovation enthusiasm within Politeknik Negeri Ketapang and further enhance the institution's contribution to the development of science and technology.