Description:CLAIMS
I/We Claim:
1. A gas stove monitoring system (100), the system (100) comprising:
a temperature sensor (106) arranged at a predefined location on a cooktop (104) of a gas stove (102) and adapted for detecting a temperature of burners (112a-112d), wherein the temperature sensor (106) is selected from one of PT100, or PT1000 sensor;
hooks (108a-108d) connected to the temperature sensor (106) through a heat-resistant wire, wherein each of the hooks (108a-108d) are adapted to attach to one of the burners (112a-112d) when the burners (112a-112d) are in use; and
a controller (114) connected to the temperature sensor (106), and configured to:
receive the detected temperature of the burners (112a-112d);
compare the received temperature with a prestored threshold value; and
transmit a triggering signal to an alerting unit (116) to generate an alert when the received temperature is greater than the prestored threshold value.
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the alerting unit (116) is a beeper.
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the alerting unit (116) is adapted to be positioned to a wall closest to the gas stove (102).
4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the predefined location of the temperature sensor (106) is middle of the cooktop (104) of the gas stove (102).
5. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the hooks (108a-108d) are made of a material selected from a ceramic material, a copper material, or a combination thereof.
6. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the hooks (108a-108d) are internally connected to at least one of knobs (110a-110d) of the gas stove (102), and adapted to be in a physical contact with one of the burners (112a-112d) on rotating the at least one of the knobs (110a-110d).
7. A method (300) for monitoring a gas stove (102) using a gas stove monitoring system (100), the method (300) comprising steps of:
providing a temperature sensor (106) arranged at a predefined location on a cooktop (104) of the gas stove (102) for detecting a temperature of burners (112a-112d);
connecting hooks (108a-108d) to the temperature sensor (106);
rotating one of the knobs (110a-110d) of the gas stove (102) to turn on one or more of the burners (112a-112d);
enabling an attachment of each of the hooks (108a-108d) to one of the burners (112a-112d) in use;
receiving the detected temperature of the burners (112a-112d) in use;
comparing the received temperature with a prestored threshold value; and
transmitting a triggering signal to an alerting unit (116) to generate an alert when the received temperature is greater than the prestored threshold value.
8. The method (300) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the predefined location of the temperature sensor (106) is middle of the cooktop (104) of the gas stove (102).
9. The method (300) as claimed in claim 7, wherein the temperature sensor (106) is selected from one of a PT100 sensor, or a PT1000 sensor.
10. The method (300) as claimed in claim 7, wherein each of the hooks (108a-108d) are internally connected to at least one of knobs (110a-110d) of the gas stove (102), and adapted to touch attached to the one of the burners (112a-112d) on rotating the at least one of the knobs (110a-110d).
Date: May 09, 2023
Place: Noida

Nainsi Rastogi
Patent Agent (IN/PA-2372)
Agent for the Applicant , C , Claims:BACKGROUND
Field of Invention
[001] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to gas stove safety and particularly to a gas stove monitoring system and a method thereof.
Description of Related Art
[002] Gas stoves have become a popular choice for many households due to their efficiency and precision in cooking. The heating elements of a gas stove are usually located beneath a top surface that is usually a glass panel that serves as a protective covering to prevent direct contact with the flames. This glass panel is typically made of tempered glass, which is designed to withstand high temperatures and impacts.
[003] However, when a gas stove is heated to high temperatures, the glass panel can become overheated and begin to weaken. This can be caused by a variety of factors such as prolonged use, exposure to high temperatures, or placing heavy objects on the glass surface. Over time, this weakening of the glass can cause it to crack or shatter, and can be a serious safety hazard. When the glass panel bursts, it can release dangerous shards of glass, potentially exposing the heating elements and gas burners. This can create a fire hazard, particularly if the gas supply is left on. Additionally, the broken glass can cause injury to anyone in the vicinity of the stove. Overheating of the gas stove can not only damage the glass panel but also metal panels that house the heating elements and gas burners. When the gas stove is overheated, the metal panels can warp or deform, causing the heating elements and burners to become misaligned or damaged. This can affect the performance of the stove and even pose a safety hazard.
Furthermore, overheating of the metal panels can cause damage to the gas lines and valves that supply fuel to the burners. This can result in gas leaks, which can be extremely dangerous if not detected and repaired promptly.
[004] There is thus a need for an improved and advanced gas stove monitoring system that can administer the aforementioned limitations in a more efficient manner.
SUMMARY
[005] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide a gas stove monitoring system. The system comprising: a temperature sensor arranged at a predefined location on a cooktop of the gas stove and adapted for detecting a temperature of burners, wherein the temperature sensor is selected from one of PT100, or PT1000 sensor. The system further comprising: hooks connected to the temperature sensor through a heat-resistant wire, wherein each of the hooks are adapted to attach to one of the burners when the burners are in use. The system further comprising: a controller connected to the temperature sensor. The controller is configured to: receive the detected temperature of the burners; compare the received temperature with a prestored threshold value; and transmit a triggering signal to an alerting unit to generate an alert when the received temperature is greater than the prestored threshold value.
[006] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention further provide a method for monitoring gas stove using a gas stove monitoring system. The method comprising steps of: providing a temperature sensor arranged at a predefined location on a cooktop of the gas stove for detecting a temperature of burners; connecting hooks to the temperature sensor; rotating one of the knobs of the gas stove to turn on one or more of the burners; enabling an attachment of each of the hooks to one of the burners in use; receiving the detected temperature of the burners in use; comparing the received temperature with a prestored threshold value; and transmitting a triggering signal to an alerting unit to generate an alert when the received temperature is greater than the prestored threshold value.
[007] Embodiments of the present invention may provide a number of advantages depending on their particular configuration. First, embodiments of the present application may provide a gas stove monitoring system.
[008] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a gas stove monitoring system that prevents waste of gas.
[009] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a gas stove monitoring system that discourages overcooking of food.
[0010] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a gas stove monitoring system that provides safety to households.
[0011] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a gas stove monitoring system that is implementable to presently commercially available gas stoves.
[0012] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a gas stove monitoring system that is cost effective and sustainable in longer run.
[0013] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0014] The preceding is a simplified summary to provide an understanding of some embodiments of the present invention. This summary is neither an extensive nor exhaustive overview of the present invention and its various embodiments. The summary presents selected concepts of the embodiments of the present invention in a simplified form as an introduction to the more detailed description presented below. As will be appreciated, other embodiments of the present invention are possible utilizing, alone or in combination, one or more of the features set forth above or described in detail below.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0015] The above and still further features and advantages of embodiments of the present invention will become apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description of embodiments thereof, especially when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and wherein:
[0016] FIG. 1A illustrates an isometric view of a gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0017] FIG. 1B illustrates a front view of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0018] FIG. 1C illustrates a back view of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0019] FIG. 1D illustrates a top view of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0020] FIG. 1E illustrates a bottom view of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0021] FIG. 1F illustrates a left-side view of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0022] FIG. 1G illustrates a right-side view of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0023] FIG. 2 illustrates a block diagram of a controller of the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention; and
[0024] FIG. 3 depicts a flowchart of a method for monitoring gas stove using the gas stove monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0025] The headings used herein are for organizational purposes only and are not meant to be used to limit the scope of the description or the claims. As used throughout this application, the word "may" be used in a permissive sense (i.e., meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense (i.e., meaning must). Similarly, the words “include”, “including”, and “includes” mean including but not limited to. To facilitate understanding, like reference numerals have been used, where possible, to designate like elements common to the figures. Optional portions of the figures may be illustrated using dashed or dotted lines, unless the context of usage indicates otherwise.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0026] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the scope of the invention as defined in the claims.
[0027] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising", "comprises”, and the like (which are synonymous with "including", "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of", “consists essentially of", and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of", "consists of”, the like.
[0028] As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.
[0029] FIG. 1A illustrates an isometric view of a gas stove monitoring system 100 (hereinafter referred as to the system 100), according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the system 100 may continuously monitor a temperature of a gas stove 102. The system 100 may monitor a condition of the gas stove 102 by sensing the temperature of components of the gas stove 102, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the system 100 may further alert a user in case of excessive usage of gas. According to embodiments of the present invention, the system 100 may be installed in locations such as, but not limited to, a kitchen, a restaurant, a hotel, a café, a hospital, a dormitory, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any location of installation of the system 100, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0030] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the system 100 may comprise the gas stove 102, a cooktop 104, a temperature sensor 106, hooks 108a-108d (hereinafter collectively referred as to the hooks 108, and individually referred to as the hook 108), knobs 110a-110d (hereinafter collectively referred as to the knobs 110, and individually referred to as the knob 110), burners 112a-112d (hereinafter referred as to the burners 112, and individually referred to as the burner 112), a controller 114, and an alerting unit 116.
[0031] In an embodiment of the present invention, the gas stove 102 may be an apparatus that may receive the gas from a gas cylinder (not shown) or a source of the gas (not shown). The gas stove 102 may receive the gas via a tube (not shown) via a network of pipes (not shown), in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the gas provided from the gas cylinder to the gas stove 102 may be an inflammable and/or combustible gas. The heat generated from the inflammation and/or combustion of gas may provide required heat in form of flame to cook food, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0032] According to embodiments of the present invention, the gas that may be provided to the gas stove 102 from the gas cylinder may be, but not limited to, a propane gas, a methane gas, a butane gas, a Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), a Liquified Petroleum Gas (LPG), and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the gas that may be provided to the gas stove 102 from the gas cylinder that may further be combusted to provide required heat in form of flame to cook food, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0033] In an embodiment of the present invention, the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102 may be a top surface of the gas stove 102. The cooktop 104 may provide ornamental beauty to the gas stove 102, in an embodiment of the present invention. According to embodiments of the present invention, the cooktop 104 may be constructed of material such as, but not limited to, a metallic material, a glass material, a ceramic material, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any material for construction of the cooktop 104, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0034] In an embodiment of the present invention, the temperature sensor 106 may be arranged at a predefined location on the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102. The predefined location of the temperature sensor 106 may be a middle of the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the temperature sensor 106 may be adapted for detecting a temperature of the burners 112. According to embodiments of the present invention, the temperature sensor 106 may be, but not limited to, a PT100 temperature sensor, a PT1000 temperature sensor, and so forth. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the PT100 temperature sensor may provide a resistance of 100 ohm at 0 degrees Celsius. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the temperature sensor 106, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0035] In an embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be connected to the temperature sensor 106. The hooks 108 may be connected to the temperature sensor 106 using a heat-resistant wire, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be adapted to attach to one of the burners 112 when the burners 112 may be in use. In an embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be four in numbers, that may be a first hook 108a, a second hook 108b, a third hook 108c, and a fourth hook 108d. In another embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be two in numbers that may be the first hook 108a and the second hook 108b. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any number of the hooks 108, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0036] According to embodiments of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be constructed of material such as, but not limited to, the ceramic material, a copper material, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the material for construction of the hooks 108, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0037] In an embodiment of the present invention, each of the hooks 108 may be internally connected to at least one of the knobs 110 of the gas stove 102. The hooks 108 may further be adapted to be in a physical contact with one of the burners 112 on rotating the at least one of the knobs 110, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be designed to automatically disengage when the corresponding knob 110 is turned off. This could help prevent gas leaks by ensuring that the hooks 108 are not left engaged when the burner 112 is not in use. The hooks 108 may be designed to retract or fold away when not in use, helping to reduce clutter and improve the aesthetic appeal of the stove. In an embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may be spring-loaded. In another embodiment of the present invention, the hook may be hinged to fold down flush with the stove 102 when not in use. In a further embodiment of the present invention, the hooks 108 may also be designed to be easily removable and interchangeable, allowing the user to customize their stove to meet their specific needs.
[0038] In an embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be configured to control and regulate a flow of gas that may be expelled out from the burners 112 of the gas stove 102. There may be multiple number of knobs 110 corresponding to multiple number of the burners 112 that may be provided by the gas stove 102, in an embodiment of the present invention. According to embodiments of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be, but not limited to, a rotatory knob, a slider knob, a touch-based knob, and so forth. In another embodiment, the knobs 110 may be designed to be touch-sensitive, allowing the user to adjust the flow of gas with a simple swipe or tap. This could help reduce the need for physical knobs and make the stove easier to clean and maintain. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the knobs 110, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0039] In an embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be designed to be easily removable or interchangeable, allowing the user to customize their stove to meet their specific needs. For example, the user may swap out knobs with different materials or coatings for improved durability or easier cleaning. In another embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be designed to have different colors or shapes, helping to distinguish between the different burners 112 and make it easier to identify which knob controls which burner 112. The knobs 110 may also be designed to emit a sound or vibration when turned, helping to provide feedback to the user and confirm that the burner 112 has been activated or adjusted. In an embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be equipped with a safety feature that automatically shuts off the gas flow if the burner is left on for too long or if the pan overheats. This could help prevent accidents and reduce the risk of fire or injury.
[0040] In an embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be designed to be easily cleaned or maintained, with features such as removable knobs or non-stick coatings that make it easier to wipe away grease or food residue. In an embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be four in numbers, that may be a first knob 110a, a second knob 110b, a third knob 110c, and a fourth knob 110d. In another embodiment of the present invention, the knobs 110 may be two in numbers that may be the first knob 110a and the second knob 110b. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any number of the knobs 110, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0041] In an embodiment of the present invention, the burners 112 may expel the gas that may be received form the gas cylinder and/or the source of the gas. The gas that may expelled from the burners 112 may be lit using a lighter (not shown), in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, utensils in which the food may be cooked may be placed upon the burners 112, such that the heat generated from the combustion of the gas may be radiated to the utensils. In an embodiment of the present invention, the burners 112 may be four in numbers, that may be a first burner 112a, a second burner 112b, a third burner 112c, and a fourth burner 112d. In another embodiment of the present invention, the burners 112 may be two in numbers that may be the first burner 112a and the second burner 112b. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any number of the burners 112, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0042] In an embodiment of the present invention, the controller 114 may be connected to the temperature sensor 106. The controller 114 may further be configured to execute the computer-readable instructions to generate an output relating to the system 100. According to embodiments of the present invention, the controller 114 may be, but not limited to, a Programmable Logic Control (PLC) unit, a microprocessor, a development board, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the controller 114 including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies. In an embodiment of the present invention, the controller 114 may further be explained in conjunction with FIG. 2.
[0043] In an embodiment of the present invention, the alerting unit 116 may be configured to generate an alert. The alerting unit 116 may be positioned in a visual and/or auditory proximity of the user, in an embodiment of the present invention. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the alerting unit 116 may be adapted to be positioned to a wall closest to the gas stove 102. The alerting unit 116 may further be arranged as such to prevent damage from the heat of the gas stove 102, in an embodiment of the present invention. The alerting unit 116 may be in communication with the controller 114 that allows the user to adjust its settings and functions. For instance, the user may be able to set the unit to emit different types of sounds or adjust the volume level depending on their preference. In another embodiment, the alerting unit 116 may be designed to emit a flashing light in addition to an audible alarm. In a further embodiment of the present invention, the alerting unit 116 may be designed to connect to a Wi-Fi network, allowing the user to receive alerts remotely. For instance, if the unit detects a potential gas leak, the system 100 may transmit a notification to a user's smartphone.
[0044] According to embodiments of the present invention, the alerting unit 116 may be, but not limited to, a light unit, a sound unit, a Light Emitting Diode (LED), an array of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs), a buzzer, and so forth. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the alerting unit 116 may be a beeper. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the alerting unit 116, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0045] FIG. 1B illustrates a front view of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the front view of the system 100 may depict the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102. The front view of the system 100 may further depict the first hook 108a, the third hook 108c, and the fourth hook 108d, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0046] FIG. 1C illustrates a back view of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the back view of the system 100 may represent the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102. The back view of the system 100 may further depict the first hook 108a, the second hook 108b, and the third hook 108c, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0047] FIG. 1D illustrates a top view of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the top view of the system 100 may represent the gas stove 102. The top view of the system 100 may depict the first hook 108a, the second hook 108b, the third hook 108c, and the fourth hook 108d, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the top view of the system 100 may depict the first knob 110a, the second knob 110b, the third knob 110c, and the fourth knob 110d. The top view of the system 100 may further depict the first burner 112a, the second burner 112b, the third burner 112c, and the fourth burner 112d.
[0048] FIG. 1E illustrates a bottom view of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the bottom view of the system 100 may represent the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102. The bottom view of the system 100 may depict the first burner 112a, the second burner 112b, the third burner 112c, and the fourth burner 112d.
[0049] FIG. 1F illustrates a left-side view of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the left-side view of the system 100 may represent the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102. The left-side view of the system 100 may further depict the first hook 108a, the second hook 108b, and the fourth hook 108d, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0050] FIG. 1G illustrates a right-side view of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the right-side view of the system 100 may represent the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102. The right-side view of the system 100 may further depict the second hook 108b, the third hook 108c, and the fourth hook 108d, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0051] FIG. 2 illustrates a block diagram of the controller 114 of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The processing unit may comprise the programming instructions in form of programming modules such as a data receiving module 200, a data comparison module 204, and an alert generation module 206.
[0052] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data receiving module 200 may be configured to receive the detected temperature of the burners 112 from the temperature sensor 106. The data receiving module 200 may further be configured to transmit the received detected temperature from the temperature sensor 106 to the data comparison module 204.
[0053] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data comparison module 204 may be configured to receive the temperature from the data receiving module 200. The data comparison module 204 may further be configured to compare the received temperature with a prestored threshold value, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0054] Upon comparison, if the received temperature is greater than the prestored threshold value, then the data comparison module 204 may transmit an activation signal to the alert generation module 206. Else, the data comparison module 204 may activate the data receiving module 200 for continue receiving the detected temperature of the burners 112 from the temperature sensor 106.
[0055] In an embodiment of the present invention, the alert generation module 206 may be configured to be activated upon receipt of the activation signal from the data comparison module 204. Upon receipt of the activation signal from the data comparison module 204, the alert generation module 206 may be configured to transmit a triggering signal to the alerting unit 116 to generate the alert, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0056] FIG. 3 depicts a flowchart of a method 300 for monitoring gas stove 102 using the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0057] At step 302, the system 100 may provide the temperature sensor 106 arranged at the predefined location on the cooktop 104 of the gas stove 102 for detecting the temperature of the burners 112.
[0058] At step 304, the system 100 may connect the hooks 108 to the temperature sensor 106.
[0059] At step 306, the system 100 may rotate one of the knobs 110 of the gas stove 102 to turn on one or more of the burners 112.
[0060] At step 308, the system 100 may enable the attachment of each of the hooks 108 to one of the burners 112 in use.
[0061] At step 310, the system 100 may receive the detected temperature of the burners 112 in use.
[0062] At step 312, the system 100 may compare the received temperature with the prestored threshold value. Upon comparison, if the received temperature is greater than the prestored threshold value, then the method 300 may proceed to a step 314. Else the method 300 may return to the step 310.
[0063] At step 314, the system 100 may transmitting the triggering signal to the alerting unit 116 to generate the alert.
[0064] While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and various embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims.
[0065] This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined in the claims, and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements within substantial differences from the literal languages of the claims.