ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 21 -- United States Patent no. 12,440,406, issued on Oct. 14.

"Adaptable attachment foot plate for a wheelchair" was invented by Dave Hayes (Omaha, Neb.).

According to the abstract* released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An adaptable attachment foot plate for a wheelchair that protects a user's feet and legs while providing interchangeable attachment of at least one functional attachment is described. The adaptable attachment foot plate replaces the conventional foot plate and is retrofitted to a wheelchair. The adaptable attachment foot plate is durable and resistant to damage from torque when additional pressure is applied to the adaptable attachment foot plate. The adaptable attachment foot plate include...