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Customizable Fabric Printing Device

Abstract: A customizable fabric printing device, comprises of a rectangular base 101 having multiple heating coils 104 embedded in insulated sheets 105 arranged on the base 101 on wooden block 106 layered on the base 101 to prevent heat loss from the heating coils 104, a metallic foil for heating of fabric, a L-shaped arm having a cutting wheel 111 for cutting the dispensed paper 109, an imaging unit 114 synced with an ultrasonic sensor to determine dimensions and positon of fabric, a pair motorised secondary rollers 112 to stretch and tension a fabric placed on the base 101 for printing, a rectangular frame 115 attached on a pair of sliding units 116 arranged above lateral edges of the base 101 for holding pigments and imprinting pigments onto the fabric for printing, and a motorized shaft 122 for pressing and rolling the pigment on the mesh onto the fabric for printing.

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
01 December 2024
Publication Number
1/2025
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

Marwadi University
Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.

Inventors

1. Prof. Dhaiwat N. Trivedi
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Marwadi University, Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.
2. Aryan Kumbhani
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Marwadi University, Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.
3. Smitesh Vishroliya
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Marwadi University, Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.
4. Bhargav Kotadiya
Department of Mechanical Engineering, Marwadi University, Rajkot – Morbi Road, Rajkot 360003 Gujarat, India.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a customizable fabric printing device that is capable of providing a means to print different patterns over different fabrics with application of pigments with proper heat distribution in the fabrics up to a pre-determined temperature without any chances of damage to the fabric.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Printing on fabric plays an important role in enhancing the aesthetic, functional, and cultural value of textiles. It allows for the customization and personalization of designs, enabling the creation of unique patterns, logos, and artwork that cater to individual preferences and market trends. In the fashion industry, fabric printing adds visual appeal and diversity to clothing lines, making it a key driver of creativity and innovation. Beyond aesthetics, printed fabrics play a significant role in branding and marketing, as companies use printed textiles for promotional materials, uniforms, and merchandise. Additionally, fabric printing is integral to producing technical or functional textiles, such as reflective clothing, camouflage patterns.

[0003] Generally, people use tools and equipment’s for printing different patterns on fabric that include block printing tools, where carved wooden or metal blocks are dipped in dye and pressed onto the fabric to create intricate designs. Screen printing tools involve a mesh screen and a stencil to transfer patterns onto the fabric by pushing dye or ink through the screen using a squeegee. Stencil printing uses pre-cut templates to apply patterns by brushing or spraying dye over the stencil. Roller printing machines, featuring engraved rollers, are also traditionally used for creating continuous patterns on fabrics at scale.

[0004] US20190100030A1 discloses are methods that couple effective nesting of fabric, as part of a textile cutting process, in which designs and/or graphic elements are directly printed on the nested elements, instead of on the entire textile sheet. Embodiments of the invention can address issues of waste and redundant printing, such as by starting with a blank textile roll, and printing only in the geometry areas of the patterns. Embodiments of the invention can increase fabric yield, because there are no constraints between the pattern geometries and the textile sheet print.

[0005] CH714038B1 relates to a method and a system for the interactive design of garments. A user creates a request on the computer for the planning of an item of clothing, the body mass for the item of clothing being entered. These dimensions are compared with sample dimensions stored in a database. A three-dimensional mannequin is created based on the body mass. The individual properties of the body are analysed using the model of the three-dimensional mannequin, taking into account soft tissue, fixed skeletal points, body shape and body posture. Using a pattern algorithm, the computer now gradually creates the item of clothing: This includes the creation of a graphic construction of the item of clothing with reference points taking into account the entered body mass and the computer constructing patterns for the item of clothing on the basis of the reference points. Markings, notches, reference lines and text comments are made on the pattern by the computer. The support points are recalculated in order to identify intersection points of clothing elements and seams that can be combined. The fit of the garment and the pattern are verified by the computer. The cutting patterns are finally exported in a machine-readable format.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices are disclosed in prior art that provide a way to print different patterns on fabric with different pigments but lack in efficiency, precision, and versatility in handling diverse fabric types, precise pigment application, and uniform heating mechanism. Moreover, such devices are incapable in maintaining a temperature of the fabric within a pre-determined range along due to which there are high chances of defect while printing fabrics.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of printing different pattern on fabric as per user requirement while maintaining appropriate temperature of the fabric within a pre-determined range along with proper heat distribution, thus preventing any chances of defect or impurity in the fabric.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of printing different patterns over different fabrics with application of pigments while maintaining proper heat distribution.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of providing a means to hold and imprint pigments on the fabric appropriately without any chances of error in application all parts of the fabric.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to increase efficiency by performing localized heating of the fabric.

[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of adjusting the imprinting pattern over the fabric.

[0013] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0014] The present invention relates to a customizable fabric printing device that is capable of printing different patterns over different fabrics with application of pigments with proper heating distribution in the fabrics without any chances of damage to the fabric in addition with adjustment in pattern manually thus provide better quality imprinting process in short duration.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a customizable fabric printing device, comprises of a rectangular base having four perpendicularly installed telescopic rods with motorized omnidirectional wheels at the ends for locomotion of the base, multiple heating coils embedded in insulated sheets arranged on the base in a grid formation mounted on wooden block layered on the base to prevent heat loss from the heating coils, a metallic foil disposed above the insulated sheets to provide a smooth surface for heating of fabric placed on the foil, a glass wool is integrated with each of the heating coils to ensure an even spreading of heat generated by the coils, a motorised primary roller containing a spool of paper mounted on the base by means of a pair of telescopic arms to dispense a layer of the paper on the foil, a L-shaped telescopic arm installed on the base by means of a hinge joint, and having a cutting wheel at an end for cutting the dispensed paper, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit, installed on the base synchronization with an ultrasonic sensor embedded on the base to determine dimensions and positon of fabric, a pair motorised secondary rollers installed on the base by means of hydraulic pushers to stretch and tension a fabric placed on the base for printing, rectangular frame attached on a pair of sliding units arranged above lateral edges of the base by means of pivot joint for positioning the frame on the fabric, the frame is provided with a film and multiple mesh panels are detachably arranged in a grid for selectively holding pigments and imprinting pigments onto the fabric for printing.

[0016] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of a multi-compartment pigment tank attached on the frame for dispensing pigments onto the mesh via multiple nozzles via a pipe linked with the compartment, an L-shaped telescopic bar attached on the frame by means of a primary ball and socket joint and having a pliable plate at an end for spreading the pigment across the mesh, a motorized shaft attached with the base by means of a pair of L-shaped telescopic poles attached with lateral edges of the base by means of secondary ball and socket joints for pressing and rolling the pigment on the mesh onto the fabric for printing, multiple temperature sensors embedded in the foil, to detect a temperature of fabric placed on the foil, an application module is provided to enable the user to interact with the device to input a pattern to be printed on the fabric by a computing unit of user connected to wireless communication unit associated with the device, and a battery associated with the device to supply power to all components.

[0017] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a customizable fabric printing device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] 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 spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0020] 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.

[0021] 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.

[0022] The present invention relates to a customizable fabric printing device that is capable of printing different patterns over different fabrics with application of pigments by applying proper heating effect in addition with proper pressing of the fabrics without any chances of damage to the fabric thus provide better quality imprinting pattern on the fabric.

[0023] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of a customizable fabric printing device is illustrated, comprising a rectangular base 101 having four perpendicularly installed telescopic rods 102 with motorized omnidirectional wheels 103, multiple heating coils 104 embedded in insulated sheets 105, arranged on the base 101 in a grid formation mounted on wooden block 106 layered on the base 101, a motorised primary roller 108 containing a spool of paper 109 mounted on the base 101 by means of a pair of telescopic arms 110, an L-shaped telescopic arm 123 having a cutting wheel 111 installed on the base 101, a pair motorised secondary rollers 112 installed on the base 101 by means of hydraulic pushers 113, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 114, installed on the base 101, a rectangular frame 115 attached on a pair of sliding units 116 arranged above lateral edges of the base 101, multiple mesh panels 117 detachably arranged in a grid, a multi-compartment pigment tank 118 attached on the frame 115 having a nozzle 119 via a pipe 124, an L-shaped telescopic bar 120 having a pliable plate 121 attached on the frame 115, and a motorized shaft 122 attached with the base 101 by means of a pair of L-shaped telescopic poles 107 attached with lateral edges of the base 101.

[0024] The proposed device comprises of base 101 made up of any material that includes but not limited to metallic material, alloy, alike and utilize to place over a surface. The base 101 is encased with various components associated with the device arrange in sequential manner that aids in printing fabric. Upon placing the base 101 over the surface, the user place a fabric over a metallic foil disposed above multiple insulated sheets 105 arranged on the base 101 via a wooden block 106 layered on the base 101. After that the user accesses an application module linked with a computing unit of the user associated with the device to input a pattern to be printed on the fabric.

[0025] The application module mentioned herein works by providing a user-friendly interface that allow the user to select desired patterns or configurations for brick formation. The computing unit processes the user inputs and translates into the microcontroller to retrieve the output data in order to display in the computing unit. The microcontroller is wirelessly linked with the computing unit via wireless communication unit which includes but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module. GSM (Global System for Mobile communication). The communication unit acts as a medium between various electronic unit for establishing communication between the computing unit and device to process the input given by the user.

[0026] Upon processing the input commands, the microcontroller activates multiple heating coils 104 embedded in each of the insulated sheets 105 arranged in a grid formation for producing effect in the fabric. The heating coil works by converting electrical energy into heat through the principle of resistive heating. When the microcontroller activates the coils 104, an electric current passes through the high-resistance material of the coil 104, generating heat uniformly along its length. A glass wool is integrated with each of the heating coils 104 that ensure an even spreading of heat generated by the coils 104. Herein, the insulated sheets 105 provide a smooth surface for heating of fabric placed on the foil based on that the grid formation of the coils 104 allows targeted heating for precise user-specified patterns on the fabric without heat loss from the heating coils 104 that increase efficiency in imprinting the fabric.

[0027] During heating of the fabric, multiple temperature sensors embedded in the foil detect a temperature of fabric placed on the foil. The temperature sensor operates based on the principle of detecting infrared radiation emitted by the fabric. The temperature sensor comprises crucial components such as an infrared sensor, an optical arrangement, and a detector. It functions on the principle of detecting infrared radiation emitted by the fabric. When fabric’s temperature exceeds absolute zero, it emits infrared radiation. The sensor captures this radiation using its optical arrangement, directing it onto a detector. Common detectors, like thermopiles or pyroelectric sensors, then convert the received infrared energy into an electrical signal. This signal undergoes processing by electronic components, translating it into a temperature reading of the fabric.

[0028] Based on detecting the temperature of the fabric, the microcontroller regulates actuation of the heating coils 104 for maintaining a temperature of the fabric within a pre-determined range for printing pattern appropriately. After the heating of the fabric, the microcontroller actuates a motorised primary roller 108 containing a spool of paper 109, mounted on the base 101 by means of a pair of telescopic arms 110 to dispense a layer of the paper 109 on the foil. The roller 108 is coupled with a motor that is activated by the microcontroller to rotate the roller 108 with specified speed i.e.5-10 RPM to unwrap the paper 109 from the roller 108. Herein, each of the telescopic arms 110 are linked with a pneumatic unit that is activated by the microcontroller to extend and retract to adjust the roller 108 for spreading the paper 109 over the fabric.

[0029] The pneumatic unit mentioned herein comprises of comprises of an air compressor, air cylinder, air valves i.e. Inlet and outlet valve and piston that works in collaboration to aid extension and retraction of the arms 110. The air compressor is coupled with a motor that gets activated by the microcontroller to compress the air from surroundings upon entering from the inlet valve to compressed and pumped out via the outlet valve. The air valve allows entry or exit of the compressed air from the compressor. Furthermore, the valve opens and the compressed air enters inside the cylinder thereby increasing the air pressure of the cylinder.

[0030] The piston is connected to the cylinder and due to the increase in the air pressure, the piston extends. And upon closing of the valve, the compressed air exits out from the cylinder thereby decreasing the air pressure of the cylinder. The increasing and decreasing of the air pressure from the cylinder aids in extension and retraction of the piston that turns in aiding extension and retraction of the arms 110 to adjust the roller 108 for spreading the paper 109 over the fabric as per user-specification of the printing. Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates another pneumatic unit integrated with an L-shaped telescopic arm having a cutting wheel 111 installed on the base 101 for placing the cutting wheel 111 in contact with the paper 109. After that the microcontroller generates commands to actuate hinge integrated with the arm to deploy for cutting as per requirement i.e., based on the design to be imprinted or based on the size of the fabric.

[0031] The hinge typically refers to a mechanical joint that allows rotational movement around a fixed axis using a motor or actuator which provides the rotational force required to move the joint. The motor is typically controlled by an electronic control unit that regulates its speed and direction to assist the cutting wheel 111 in cutting the paper 109. Herein, the cutting wheel 111 is coupled with a motor that is activated by the microcontroller to rotate the cutting wheel 111 with specified speed i.e. 1000-2000 RPM to cut the paper 109. For safety, the cutter may be half enclosed within a shell or may be supported by a cover.

[0032] An artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 114 synced with an ultrasonic sensor embedded on the base 101 to determine dimensions and positon of fabric. The imaging unit 114 mentioned herein comprises of comprises of a camera and processor that works in collaboration to capture and process the images of surrounding of the base 101. The camera firstly captures multiple images of the surrounding, wherein the camera comprises of a body, electronic shutter, lens, lens aperture, image sensor, and imaging processor that works in sequential manner to capture images of the surrounding.

[0033] After capturing of the images by the camera, the shutter automatically opens due to which the reflected beam of light coming from the surrounding due to light is directed towards the lens aperture. After that the reflected light beam passes through the image sensor. The image sensor now analyzes the beam to retrieve signal from the beams which is further calibrate by the sensor to capture images of the surrounding in electronic signal. Upon capturing images, the imaging processor processes the electronic signal into digital image. When the image capturing is done, the processor associated with the imaging unit 114 processes the captured images by using a protocol of artificial intelligence to retrieve data from the captured image in the form of digital signal. The detected data in the form of digital signal is now transmitted to the linked microcontroller based on which the microcontroller acquires the data to detect the presence of the fabric.

[0034] Simultaneously, the ultrasonic sensor detects the position and dimensions of the fabric. The ultrasonic sensor works by emitting high-frequency sound waves and measuring the time it takes for the reflected waves to return after hitting the fabric's surface. This time-of-flight measurement allows the sensor to calculate precise distances and identify the fabric's boundaries and contours. Based on the fabric's boundaries and contours, the sensor calibrates the data to detect the position and dimensions of the fabric. Based on detection, the microcontroller actuates hydraulic pushers 113 integrated with each of a pair motorised secondary rollers 112 installed on the base 101 to extend for pressing the fabric with the paper 109 by the second roller.

[0035] The hydraulic pusher 113 mentioned herein equipped with a hydraulic unit that is activated by the microcontroller to provide extension of the pusher 113 to press the paper 109 with fabric. The hydraulic unit comprises of an oil reservoir, pump, cylinders, valves and piston that works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the pusher 113. The valve opens and the compressed fluid enters inside the cylinder thereby increasing the air pressure of the cylinder. The piston is connected to the cylinder and due to the increase in the fluid pressure, the piston extends. For the retraction of the piston, air is released from the cylinder to the pump. Thereby provide extension and retraction of the pusher 113 to press the secondary rollers 112 on the fabric with the paper 109.

[0036] Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates a motor linked with the secondary rollers 112 to rotate the secondary rollers 112 with specified speed in order to stretch and tension the fabric for printing. After that the microcontroller actuates a pair of sliding units 116 arranged above lateral edges of the base 101 for positioning a rectangular frame 115 attached on the pair of sliding units 116 by means of pivot joint that is activated through a motor for selectively holding pigments and imprinting pigments onto the fabric for printing via a film and multiple mesh panels 117 detachably arranged in a grid of the frame 115. Herein, the mesh panels 117 are attached with the frame 115 by means of clamps manually by the user as per requirement. The sliding unit 116 comprises of a rail unit that provides a guided path for linear movement. The rail unit usually includes a pair of parallel rails or tracks, along which the sliding unit 116 moves. The slider carriage, also called a stage or platform equipped with a mechanism to minimize friction and ensure smooth motion.

[0037] The sliding unit 116 incorporates a motor and a drive mechanism to generate linear motion. The motor is connected to a drive mechanism, such as a belt, lead screw, or ball screw. The drive mechanism converts the rotational motion of the motor into linear motion, propelling the slider carriage along the rail unit to translate the rectangular frame 115 towards the grid. Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates the motor of the pivot joint to deploy the frame 115 over the fabric to imprint pigments onto the fabric for printing. The pivot joint works by allowing rotational movement around a fixed axis, controlled precisely by the microcontroller. This pivot joint ensures smooth and accurate positioning of the frame 115, facilitating even application of pigments onto the fabric's surface during the printing process.

[0038] The pigment application is done from a multi-compartment pigment tank 118 attached on the frame 115 via multiple nozzles 119 via a pipe 124 that is passed through a tube over the frame 115, wherein, the nozzle 119 includes solenoids, piezoelectric actuators, or motor-driven mechanisms that converts electrical signals into mechanical motion. The nozzle 119 is controlled by a control unit that sends electrical signals to the actuation mechanism. The control unit includes a pulse width modulation (PWM) or analog voltage control. The primary function of the nozzle 119 is to control the opening and closing of the nozzle’s orifice or aperture. Upon receiving the appropriate electrical signal by the actuation mechanism, it initiates the motion that opens or closes the nozzle 119. This action controls the flow of the pigments through the nozzle 119. The nozzle 119 allows precise control over the flow rate and direction of the pigments. By modulating the actuation mechanism according to the desired parameters, the nozzle 119 is capable to regulate the flow and provide accurate dispensing of the pigments in the frame 115.

[0039] Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates another pneumatic unit integrated with an L-shaped telescopic bar 120 attached on the frame 115 by means of a primary ball and socket joint and having a pliable plate 121 at an end for spreading the pigment across the mesh. The ball and socket joint herein assists the link to move the plate 121 over the frame 115. The ball and socket joint is a mechanical arrangement consists of a ball-shaped component that fits into a socket, with the motor and controller actuated by the microcontroller providing the necessary power to drive the rotation to provide angular movement to the link for moving the plate 121 for spreading the pigment across the mesh that aids in printing the pattern over the fabric.

[0040] Upon printing the pattern over the fabric, the microcontroller actuates another pneumatic integrated with a pair of L-shaped telescopic poles 107 attached with lateral edges of the base 101 by means of secondary ball and socket joints for pressing and rolling a motorized shaft 122 attached in between the poles 107. The ball and socket joint herein assists the poles 107 to move the shaft 122 over the fabric to press via the shaft 122 for adhering pigments layer over the fabric in vie imprinting the fabrics with different patterns.

[0041] Additionally, if the user desires to move the base 101 over the surface, the user accesses the computing unit to give input commands regarding the locomotion of the base 101. Based on the given input, the microcontroller processes the input and activates another pneumatic unit integrated with each of four perpendicularly installed telescopic rods 102 with motorized omnidirectional wheels 103 at the ends for extension and retraction. Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates the wheels 103 to move the base 101 over the surface to relocate the device to different locations. Each of the wheels 103 are coupled with a motor that is activated by the microcontroller to rotate the wheels 103 with specified speed in order to move the base 101 to different locations as per user requirement.

[0042] A battery (not shown in figure) is associated with the device to offer power to all electrical and electronic components necessary for their correct operation. The battery is linked to the microcontroller and provides (DC) Direct Current to the microcontroller. And then, based on the order of operations, the microcontroller sends that current to those specific electrical or electronic components so the user effectively carry out their appropriate functions.

[0043] The present invention works best in following manner that includes the rectangular base 101 having four perpendicularly installed telescopic rods 102 with motorized omnidirectional wheels 103 for a locomotion of the base 101 to different location. Herein, the user accesses the computing unit for giving input commands regarding the pattern to be printed on the fabric based on that the microcontroller actuates the heating coils 104 to produce heating effect in the fabric that is placed over the wooden block 106 layered on the base 101 with prevention of heat loss from the heating coils 104. After that the motorised primary roller by means of a pair of telescopic arms 110 dispense a layer of the paper 109 on the foil. After that the L-shaped telescopic arm by means of the hinge joint having a cutting wheel 111 cut the dispensed paper 109. Herein, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 114 in synchronization with the ultrasonic sensor detects dimensions and positon of fabric to actuate the pushers 113 and the secondary rollers 112 to stretch and tension the fabric. After that the sliding units 116 by means of pivot joint gets actuated for positioning the frame 115 on the fabric having the film and multiple mesh panels 117 for selectively holding pigments and imprinting pigments onto the fabric for printing from the multi-compartment pigment tank 118. After that the L-shaped telescopic bar 120 by means of the primary ball and socket joint and having a pliable plate 121 spreads the pigment across the mesh. Simultaneously, the motorized shaft 122 by the pair of L-shaped telescopic poles 107 presses and rolls the pigment on the mesh onto the fabric for printing.

[0044] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , C , Claims:1) A customizable fabric printing device, comprising:

i) a rectangular base 101 having four perpendicularly installed telescopic rods 102 with motorized omnidirectional wheels 103 at the ends, attached underneath said base 101, for a locomotion of said base 101;
ii) a plurality of heating coils 104 embedded in insulated sheets 105, arranged on said base 101 in a grid formation, wherein said insulated sheets 105 are mounted on wooden block 106 layered on said base 101 to prevent heat loss from said heating coils 104;
iii) a metallic foil disposed above said insulated sheets 105 to provide a smooth surface for heating of fabric placed on said foil;
iv) a motorised primary roller 108 containing a spool of paper 109, mounted on said base 101 by means of a pair of telescopic arms 110, attached perpendicularly with opposing edges of said base 101, to dispense a layer of said paper 109 on said foil;
v) an L-shaped telescopic arm installed on said base 101 by means of a hinge joint, and having a cutting wheel 111 at an end for cutting said dispensed paper 109;
vi) a pair motorised secondary rollers 112 installed on said base 101 by means of hydraulic pushers 113 to stretch and tension a fabric placed on said base 101 for printing, wherein an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 114, installed on said base 101 and integrated with a processor for recording and processing images in a vicinity of said base 101, in synchronization with an ultrasonic sensor embedded on said base 101 to determine dimensions and positon of fabric to actuate said pushers 113 and said secondary rollers 112 to stretch and tension said fabric;
vii) a rectangular frame 115 attached on a pair of sliding units 116 arranged above lateral edges of said base 101, wherein said frame 115 is disposed on said sliding units 116 by means of pivot joint, for positioning said frame 115 on said fabric, wherein said frame 115 is provided with a film and a plurality of mesh panels 117 detachably arranged in a grid, for selectively holding pigments and imprinting pigments onto said fabric for printing;
viii) a multi-compartment pigment tank 118 attached on said frame 115 for dispensing pigments onto said mesh via multiple nozzles 119 via a pipe 124 integrated with said tank 118, wherein an L-shaped telescopic bar 120 attached on said frame 115 by means of a primary ball and socket joint and having a pliable plate 121 at an end for spreading said pigment across said mesh; and
ix) a motorized shaft 122 is attached with said base 101 by means of a pair of L-shaped telescopic poles 107 attached with lateral edges of said base 101 by means of secondary ball and socket joints, for pressing and rolling said pigment on said mesh onto said fabric for printing.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein glass wool is integrated with each of said heating coils 104 to ensure an even spreading of heat generated by said coils 104;.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said mesh panels 117 are attached with said frame 115 by means of clamps.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a plurality of temperature sensors embedded in said foil, to detect a temperature of fabric placed on said foil, to enable regulation of said heating coils 104 for maintaining a temperature of said fabric within a pre-determined range;.

5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein an application module is provided to enable said user to interact with said device to input a pattern to be printed on said fabric, said application module configured to be accessed by a computing unit of user connected to wireless communication unit associated with said device.

6) The device as clamed in claim 1, wherein said heating coils are activated based on the design to be imprinted which ensures localized actuation of the coils.

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1 202421094374-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
2 202421094374-REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION (FORM-18) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
3 202421094374-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
4 202421094374-POWER OF AUTHORITY [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
5 202421094374-FORM-9 [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
6 202421094374-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
7 202421094374-FORM 18 [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
8 202421094374-FORM 1 [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
9 202421094374-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
10 202421094374-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
11 202421094374-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
12 202421094374-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
13 202421094374-DRAWINGS [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
14 202421094374-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
15 202421094374-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [01-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-01
16 Abstract.jpg 2024-12-26
17 202421094374-FORM-26 [03-06-2025(online)].pdf 2025-06-03