Description:BACKGROUND
Field of Invention
[001] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to tyre pressure and particularly to a system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle.
Description of Related Art
[002] Tire pressure is a critical parameter affecting vehicle safety, fuel efficiency, and overall performance. Improperly inflated tires can lead to reduced traction, increased braking distances, and even tire failure. Additionally, under-inflated tires contribute to higher fuel consumption due to increased rolling resistance.
[003] Current tire pressure monitoring systems have limitations in terms of accuracy, real-time feedback, and user interaction. Traditional, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) cannot often adjust tire pressure on the fly, leaving vehicle owners with the task of manual adjustments.
[004] There is thus a need for an improved and advanced system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle that can administer the aforementioned limitations in a more efficient manner.
SUMMARY
[005] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide a system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle. The system comprising: a tyre pressure sensor arranged inside of the tyre of the vehicle, and adapted to measure an air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle. The system further comprising: a display unit arranged on a dashboard of the vehicle in a visual proximity of a user, and adapted to display the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle. The system further comprising: a control unit communicatively connected to the tyre pressure sensor, and to the display unit. The control unit is configured to: receive the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the tyre pressure sensor; display the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle on the display unit; compare the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle with a threshold value; and activate a sound unit to alert the user when the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below the threshold value.
[006] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention further provide a method for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle. The method comprising steps of: receiving a measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from a tyre pressure sensor; displaying the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle on a display unit; comparing the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle with a threshold value; and activating a sound unit to alert a user when the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below the 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 system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle.
[008] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle that is compatible with every kind of vehicle.
[009] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle that is reliable.
[0010] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle that is cost effective.
[0011] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0012] 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
[0013] 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:
[0014] FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of a system for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0015] FIG. 2 illustrates a block diagram of a control unit of the system for monitoring the tyre pressure of the vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present invention; and
[0016] FIG. 3 depicts a flowchart of a method for monitoring the tyre pressure of the vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0017] 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" is 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
[0018] 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.
[0019] 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.
[0020] 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.
[0021] FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of a system 100 (hereinafter referred as to the system 100) for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle, according to an embodiment of the present invention. According to embodiments of the present invention, the vehicle may be, but not limited to, a two-wheeler, a three-wheeler, a four-wheeler, a bus, a truck, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the vehicle in which the system 100 may be installed, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0022] According to embodiments of the present invention, the system 100 may comprise a tyre pressure sensor 102, a control unit 104, a display unit 106, and a sound unit 108.
[0023] In an embodiment of the present invention, the tyre pressure sensor 102 may be arranged inside the tyre of the vehicle. The tyre pressure sensor 102 may be adapted to measure an air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0024] In an embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 104 may be communicatively connected to the tyre pressure sensor 102, and to the display unit 106. The control unit 104 may further be configured to execute computer-executable instructions to generate an output relating to the system 100. According to embodiments of the present invention, the control unit 104 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 control unit 104 including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies. In an embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 104 may further be explained in conjunction with FIG. 2.
[0025] In an embodiment of the present invention, the display unit 106 may be arranged on a dashboard of the vehicle in a visual proximity of a user. The display unit 106 may be adapted to display the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle, in an embodiment of the present invention. According to embodiments of the present invention, the display unit 106 maybe, but not limited to, a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD), a Light Emitting Diode (LED) display, an Organic Light Emitting Diode (OLED) display, and so forth. Further, the display unit 106 may feature a backlight that may be turned on and/or turned off based on a requirement. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the display unit 106 including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0026] In an embodiment of the present invention, the sound unit 108 may be arranged inside the vehicle in an auditory proximity of the user. The sound unit 108 may be adapted to alert the user when the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below a threshold value, in an embodiment of the present invention. According to embodiments of the present invention, the sound unit 108 may be, but not limited to, a buzzer, an alarm, and so forth. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the sound unit 108 may be a speaker. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the sound unit 108, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0027] FIG. 2 illustrates a block diagram of the control unit 104 of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The processing unit may comprise the computer-executable instructions in form of programming modules such as a data receiving module 200, a data display module 202, a data comparison module 204, and an activation module 206.
[0028] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data receiving module 200 may be configured to receive the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the tyre pressure sensor 102. The received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle may further be transmitted to the data display module 202 and to the data comparison module 204, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0029] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data display module 202 may be activated upon receipt of the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the data receiving module 200. The data display module 202 may be configured to display the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle on the display unit 106, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0030] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data comparison module 204 may be activated upon receipt of the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the data receiving module 200. The data comparison module 204 may be configured to compare the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle with the threshold value, in an embodiment of the present invention. Upon comparison, if the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below the threshold value, then the data comparison module 204 may transmit an activation signal to the activation module 206. Else, the data comparison module 204 may reactive the data receiving module 200 to continue receiving the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the tyre pressure sensor 102.
[0031] In an embodiment of the present invention, the activation module 206 may be activated upon receipt of the activation signal from the data comparison module 204. The activation module 206 may be configured to activate the sound unit 108 to alert the user, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0032] FIG. 3 depicts a flowchart of a method 300 for monitoring the tyre pressure of the vehicle using the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0033] At step 302, the system 100 may receive the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the tyre pressure sensor 102.
[0034] At step 304, the system 100 may display the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle on the display unit 106.
[0035] At step 306, the system 100 may compare the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle with the threshold value. Upon comparison, if the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below the threshold value, then the method 300 may proceed to a step 308. Else, the method 300 may revert to the step 302.
[0036] At step 308, the system 100 may activate the sound unit 108 to alert the user.
[0037] 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.
[0038] 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. , Claims:CLAIMS
I/We Claim:
1. A system (100) for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle, the system (100) comprising:
a tyre pressure sensor (102) arranged inside of the tyre of the vehicle, and adapted to measure an air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle;
a display unit (106) arranged on a dashboard of the vehicle in a visual proximity of a user, and adapted to display the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle; and
a control unit (104) communicatively connected to the tyre pressure sensor (102), and to the display unit (106), characterized in that the control unit (104) is configured to:
receive the measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from the tyre pressure sensor (102);
display the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle on the display unit (106);
compare the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle with a threshold value; and
activate a sound unit (108) to alert the user when the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below the threshold value.
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the display unit (106) is a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sound unit (108) is a speaker.
4. A method (300) for monitoring a tyre pressure of a vehicle, the method (300) characterised by steps of:
receiving a measured air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle from a tyre pressure sensor (102);
displaying the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle on a display unit (106);
comparing the received air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle with a threshold value; and
activating a sound unit (108) to alert a user when the air pressure in the tyre of the vehicle falls below the threshold value.

Date: October 16, 2023
Place: Noida

Nainsi Rastogi
Patent Agent (IN/PA-2372)
Agent for the Applicant