Description:FORM 2
THE PATENTS ACT, 1970
[39 OF 1970]
&
THE PATENTS RULES, 2003

COMPLETE SPECIFICATION
[See Section 10, Rule 13]

A MORTUARY CHAMBER

BY

BLUE STAR LIMITED A COMPANY INCORPORATED UNDER THE COMPANIES ACT, 1956, WHOSE ADDRESS IS BLUE STAR INNOVATION CENTRE, NEXT TO VIHANG’S INN HOTEL, KAPURBAVDI, GHODBUNDER ROAD, THANE WEST – 400 607, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA

THE FOLLOWING SPECIFICATION PARTICULARLY DESCRIBES THE INVENTION AND THE MANNER IN WHICH IT IS TO BE PERFORMED

TECHNICAL FIELD
[001] The present invention relates to a mortuary chamber.

BACKGROUND
[002] Generally, a mortuary chamber unit requires a cooling system to store cadaverous under standard low temperature cool conditions or ultralow temperatures conditions in order to prolong the decay process or prevent decomposition of the cadaverous. Mortuary chambers are a vital part of infrastructure at any hospital, airports, research centres and many other agencies that may have a requirement to preserve a human body before being used in research or transported to destination. They need to be effective and robust to ensure 24x7 operation despite the rough use they are subject to.
[003] Referring Figure 1 illustrates a conventional mortuary chamber unit (100) having a roof-top mounted (RTU) cooling system (110). In such conventional roof-top mounted (RTU) cooling system (110), both condenser unit (120) and evaporator unit (130) are integrated as a singular structure and mounted on the roof-top. To effectively cool the conventional mortuary chamber unit (100), chilled air is directed into it through a crafted rectangular opening in a puff panel (140). However, such conventional mortuary chamber unit (100) with such conventional cooling system (110) has inherent significant limitations. Manufacture of such conventional puffed panel mortuary chamber unit (100) with roof-top mounted cooling unit (110) is challenging and complex, since, the condenser unit (120) and the evaporator unit (130) and an expansion device are exposed in open air, there is requirement to significantly insulate the evaporator unit (130) having puffing panels (140) to avoid any heat gain, from all sides, leading to increased material costs and installation time. Further, in such conventional cooling system (110) as expansion device is close to the condenser unit (120) this leads to inherent cooling efficiency losses due to heat gain. Further, in such conventional mortuary chamber unit (100) for installation of the roof-top mounted cooling system (110) and the components (120, 130), cutting of the puff panels (140) is essential that weakens its structural integrity, potentially compromising its effectiveness and requiring additional reinforcement measures. Another limitation is that the conventional mortuary chamber unit (100) is substantially bulky and heavy, making handling and installation cumbersome requiring specialized lifting equipment such as cranes, which may not always be feasible or readily available and potentially increasing costs. In such cooling system (110), manual sealing with silicone sealant is required both during production and on-site to prevent and mitigate risks of any air leakage around the evaporator unit (130), adding to labour and maintenance costs while also potentially impacting performance. Such conventional mortuary chamber unit (100) with such conventional cooling system (110) is not rugged, reliable, efficient, eco-friendly and lacks modern components leading to failure of maintenance of desired temperature and humidity at all times. Therefore, there is a need to provide a mortuary chamber to overcome one or more of the aforementioned problems.
SUMMARY
[004] Accordingly, an exemplary aspect of the present invention discloses a mortuary chamber comprising at least a body storing unit; and a cooling system coupled to the mortuary chamber, said cooling system having a condenser unit separated from an evaporator unit, said evaporator unit mounted inside the mortuary chamber above a height, out of field of view from a door of at least said body storing unit and within an angle of view from said height for enabling free rolling of at least said body storing unit with a cadaver inwards/outwards without any obstruction from said evaporator unit along a length of the mortuary chamber and for cooling at least said body storing unit eliminating heat transfer losses and additional insulation/sealing for the cooling system.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ACCOMPANYING DRAWINGS
[005] The above and other aspects, features, and advantages of certain exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be more apparent from the following description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:
[006] Figure 1 illustrates a conventional mortuary chamber unit having a conventional roof-top mounted (RTU) cooling system;
[007] Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of a mortuary chamber having a cooling system, according to an exemplary aspect of the present invention;
[008] Figure 3 illustrates a detailed inner view of the mortuary chamber with an evaporator unit mounted within the mortuary chamber, according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention;
[009] Figure 4 illustrates a detailed view of the cooling system, according to the exemplary embodiment of the present invention;
[010] Figure 5 illustrates a detailed view of a condenser unit of the cooling system, according to the exemplary embodiment of the present invention; and
[011] Figure 6 illustrates a detailed view of the evaporator unit of the cooling system, according to the exemplary embodiment of the present invention.
[012] Persons skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and clarity and may have not been drawn to scale. For example, the dimensions of some of the elements in the figures may be exaggerated relative to the other elements to help to improve understanding of various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. Throughout the drawings, it should be noted that reference signs are used to depict the same or similar elements, features, and structures.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[013] While this invention is susceptible of embodiments in many different forms, there is shown in the drawings and will herein be described in detail, a preferred embodiment of the invention with the understanding that the present disclosure is to be considered as an exemplification of the principles of the invention and is not intended to limit the broad aspects of the invention to the embodiment illustrated. Other aspects, advantages, and salient features of the invention will become apparent to those skilled in the art from the following detailed description, which, taken in conjunction with the annexed drawings, discloses exemplary embodiments of the invention. Embodiments of the present disclosure will now be described with reference to the accompanying drawings. Embodiments are provided to convey the scope of the present disclosure thoroughly and fully to a person skilled in the art. Numerous details are set forth relating to specific components to provide a complete understanding of embodiments of the present disclosure. It will be apparent to the person skilled in the art that the details provided in the embodiments should not be construed to limit the scope of the present disclosure. In some embodiments, well-known processes, well-known apparatus structures, and well-known techniques are not described in detail.
[014] In general, the present invention discloses a mortuary chamber comprising at least a body storing unit; and a cooling system coupled to the mortuary chamber, said cooling system having a condenser unit separated from an evaporator unit, said evaporator unit mounted inside the mortuary chamber for cooling at least said body storing unit eliminating heat transfer losses and additional insulation/sealing for the cooling system.
[015] The terminology used in the present disclosure is only for the purpose of explaining a particular embodiment and such terminology shall not be considered to limit the scope of the present disclosure. The use of the expression “at least” or “at least one” suggests the use of one or more elements or ingredients or quantities, as the use may be in the embodiment of the disclosure to achieve one or more of the desired objects or results. As used in the present disclosure, the forms “a,” “an,” and “the” may be intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly suggests otherwise. The terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “including,” and “having,” are open ended transitional phrases and therefore specify the presence of stated elements, units and/or components, but do not forbid the presence or addition of one or more other elements, components, and/or groups thereof.
[016] The terms and words used in the following description and claims are not limited to the bibliographical meanings but are merely used by the inventor to enable a clear and consistent understanding of the invention. Accordingly, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention are provided for illustration purpose only and not for the purpose of limiting the invention as defined by the appended claims and their equivalents. Accordingly, it should be apparent to those skilled in the art that the following description of the mortuary chamber with cooling system in the description for the purpose of the understanding and nowhere limit the invention. The skilled person will be able to devise various structures and shapes of the mortuary chamber that, although not explicitly described herein, embody the principles of the present invention. All the terms and expressions in the description are only for the purpose of understanding and nowhere limit the invention. Terms like plurality, top, bottom, side, are used to differentiate between objects having the same terminology and are in no way intended to represent a chronological order, unless where explicitly stated otherwise. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the invention, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof. Thus, while structure of the mortuary chamber and the cooling system with desired configuration, shape, mounting surfaces, mounting structures, manufacturing processes, position of the condenser unit, evaporator unit have been disclosed, nowhere limit the invention, and are provided for understanding of the invention. It will be appreciated those of ordinary skill in the art that various changes and modifications of the embodiments manufactured with other design parameters and configurations as well and are not limited to those described herein above may be as per operational requirements by making necessary changes without departing from the scope of the invention.
[017] Figure 1 to 6 illustrate a mortuary chamber (200), a top panel (205), a side/back panel (208), a cooling system (210), a condenser unit (220), a suction line connection (222), a liquid line connection (224), a compressor (225), a filter-drier (226), a condenser (228), an evaporator unit (230), an expansion device (235), a capillary (238), a plurality of pipe connections (240), an electrical control box (242), an inclined panel (245), a motor (248), an inclined blower unit (250).
[018] Figures 1-6, according to an exemplary aspect, the present invention discloses a mortuary chamber (200). The mortuary chamber (200) for example but not limited to is a single unit mortuary chamber or a two-unit mortuary chamber (200). Accordingly, as per requirements there may include “n” number of units within the mortuary chamber (200). The mortuary chamber (200) comprises at least a body storing unit (204) and a cooling system (210) coupled to the mortuary chamber (200). The cooling system (210) comprises a condenser unit (220) and an evaporator unit (230). The condenser unit (220) and the evaporator unit (230) are separated from each other. The condenser unit (220) according to an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, may be mounted on a top panel (205) of the mortuary chamber (200). However, condenser unit (220) for example, since condenser unit (220) is separate unit, it may be installed outside to the mortuary chamber and may connected with evaporator unit (230) via piping connections. This results in an advantage situation in case of space constraint and enables easy service access around the mortuary chamber (200).
[019] According to the exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the evaporator unit (230) has a minimal optimized spatial cross-sectional area and is wall mounted within the mortuary chamber (200). The evaporator unit (230) is mounted inside the mortuary chamber (200) above a height (h1, h2). Height (h1, h2) is defined as the height from top of body storing unit (204) to bottom of evaporator unit (230). In the present invention, the evaporator unit (230) is located inside the mortuary chamber (200) in such a manner that the evaporator unit (230) is not visible and is out of field of view (FOV) when viewed straight from a door (206) of at least said body storing unit (204). The evaporator unit (230), however, when bent and view in an angle from the door (206) is found within an angle of view (AOV) from said height (h1, h2). In the present invention the height (h1, h2) at which the evaporator unit (230) is located ensures that at least said body storing unit (204) with a cadaver is enabled for free rolling inwards/outwards without any obstruction from said evaporator unit (230) along a length (L) of the mortuary chamber (200). In the cooling system, an expansion device (235) is located within the evaporator unit (230). The cooling system (210) with separated units (220, 230) and said expansion device (235) located within the mortuary chamber (200) eliminates heat transfer losses and additional insulation/sealing for the cooling system (210), thereby enabling efficient cooling within the mortuary chamber (200).
[020] According to the exemplary embodiment, the condenser unit (220) and the evaporator unit (230) are split mounted and coupled to the mortuary chamber (200) via a plurality of pipe connections (240). The evaporator unit (230) is coupled to inner wall surfaces of the top panel (205) and a wall surface of at least a side/back panel (208). The condenser unit (220) is coupled with the wall mounted separated evaporator unit (230) within the mortuary chamber (200) via a plurality of pipe connections (240). According to the exemplary embodiment, the condenser unit (220) is mounted on a top panel (205) of the mortuary chamber (200) or around the mortuary chamber (200) at a pre-determined position based on space availability or at a pre-determined position outside to the mortuary chamber (200). With the evaporator unit (230) and the expansion device (235) now located inside the mortuary chamber (200), the mortuary chamber (200) with the cooling system (210) of the present invention completely eliminates the need for additional insulation or manual sealing, streamlining the manufacturing and installation processes, reducing the cost.
[021] According to the exemplary embodiment, a blower unit (250) is mounted within a panel (245) of the evaporator unit (230) for directing cooled air to at least said body storing unit (204) within the mortuary chamber (200). The blower unit (250) and the panel (245) of the evaporator unit (230) are inclined towards at least said body storing unit (204) with an inclination (?) angle in the range of 00 to 900. However, the blower unit (250) is not limited to inclined and may be non-inclined and mounted on a non-inclined surface. According to the exemplary embodiment, the inclined blower unit (250) is configured to direct cool air within the mortuary chamber (200).
[022] According to the exemplary embodiment, the condenser unit (220) includes suction line connection (222) a liquid line connection (224), a compressor (225), a filter-drier (226), a condenser (228), and an electrical control box (242) coupled to a motor (248) of the blower unit (250). The evaporator unit (230) includes liquid line connection (224) and suction line connection (222) coupled thereto an expansion device (235) header and a capillary (238).
[023] According to the exemplary embodiment, the expansion device (235) is located within the evaporator unit (230) such that the expansion device (235) operation is always in ambient cold environment for optimal performance of the cooling system (210) and each at least said body storing unit (204) is cooled and maintained at 40C. In the cooling system (210), the evaporator unit (230) is optimized with minimum space accumulation to ensure that there is no obstacle or touching to inside load. The evaporator unit (230) utilizes minimized space within the mortuary chamber (200), ensuring efficient cooling without hindering storage. The mortuary chamber (200) with cooling system (210) of the present invention is simple for manufacture, installation and maintenance. The mortuary chamber (200) with cooling system (210) of the present invention enables straightforward installation and easy maintenance of the mortuary chamber (200), reducing complexity and associated labour costs. In the cooling system (210), as the evaporator unit (230) and condenser unit (220) are separated and distinct, the cooling system (210) is efficient and eliminates heat transfer losses. The mortuary chamber (200) with cooling system (210) of the present invention with separated units (220, 230), avoids mortuary chamber panel (205, 208) cutting and maintains the structural strength of the chamber (200), ensuring its longevity and enhanced system reliability and lifespan. The mortuary chamber (200) with cooling system (210) of the present invention provides improved efficiency by eliminating any heat gain from ambient environment. The cooling system (210) operates more efficiently, leading to better temperature control and energy savings.
[024] According to the exemplary embodiment, the mortuary chamber unit (200) within separated cooling system (210) includes pre-painted GI sheet for exterior and interior panels (205, 208) that are of light weight, thus the mortuary chamber unit (200) of the present invention not only simplifies manual loading but also eliminates the need for specialized lifting equipment during installation, further reducing costs and logistical challenges.
[025] There have been described and illustrated herein several embodiments of exemplary indicative implementation of a mortuary chamber (200) with a cooling system (210). It will also be apparent to a skilled person that the embodiments described above are specific examples of a single broader invention, which may have greater scope than any of the singular descriptions taught. There may be many alterations made in the description without departing from the scope of the invention. While embodiments of the invention have been described, it is not intended that the invention be limited to said configuration disclosed thereto, as it is intended that the invention be as broad in scope as the art will allow and that the specification be read likewise not restrictive to the terminology described herein above. Any discussion of embodiments included in this specification is solely for the purpose of providing a context for the disclosure. It is not to be taken as an admission that any or all these matters form a part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the disclosure as it existed anywhere before the priority date of this application.

, Claims:

1. A mortuary chamber (200) comprising:
at least a body storing unit (204); and
a cooling system (210) coupled to the mortuary chamber (200), said cooling system (210) having a condenser unit (220) separated from an evaporator unit (230), said evaporator unit (230) mounted inside the mortuary chamber (200) above a height (h1, h2), out of field of view (FOV) from a door (206) of at least said body storing unit (204) and within an angle of view (AOV) from said height (h1, h2) for enabling free rolling of at least said body storing unit (204) with a cadaver inwards/outwards without any obstruction from said evaporator unit (230) along a length (L) of the mortuary chamber (200) and for cooling at least said body storing unit (204) eliminating heat transfer losses and additional insulation/sealing for the cooling system (210).

2. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in claim 1, wherein an expansion device (235) is located within the evaporator unit (230).

3. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in claim 1 or 2, wherein a blower unit (250) is mounted within a panel (245) of the evaporator unit (230) for directing cooled air to at least said body storing unit (204) within the mortuary chamber (200).

4. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the blower unit (250) and the panel (245) of the evaporator unit (230) are inclined towards at least said body storing unit (204).

5. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in claim 4, wherein the inclination (?) of blower unit (250) and the panel (245) towards at least said body storing unit (204) is in the range of 00 to 900.

6. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims 1-5, wherein the condenser unit (220) is mounted on a top panel (205) of the mortuary chamber (200) or around the mortuary chamber (200) at a pre-determined position based on space availability or at a pre-determined position outside to the mortuary chamber (200).

7. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims 1-6, wherein the condenser unit (220) and the evaporator unit (230) are split mounted and coupled via a plurality of pipe connections (240).

8. The mortuary chamber (200) as claimed in any one of the preceding claims 1-7, wherein the evaporator unit (230) is coupled to inner wall surfaces of the top panel (205) and a wall surface of at least a side/back panel (208).