Abstract: An automated wine quality detection device, comprising a platform 101 positioned on a ground surface and installed with a motorized conveyor belt 102, a multi-sectioned chamber 103 stored with wine bottles of varying shapes and sizes, a touch interactive display panel 104 enables a user to provide input commands regarding testing of wine inside bottle, a telescopically operated gripper 105 grip and position a bottle over conveyor belt 102, a motorized dual axis slider 108 translate corkscrew 107 over cap of bottle, an electric motor rotates corkscrew 107 in clockwise/counter-clockwise direction for disengaging cork of bottle, a robotic arm 109 extract wine sample from bottle for testing purposes, a testing container 111 installed on platform 101, an imaging unit 112 analyze appearance of wine bottle, including identifying labels, logos, and overall condition of bottle to ensure authenticity and quality, a RFID scanner 113 read RFID tags placed on new corks.
Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to an automated wine quality detection device that is designed for wine testing and quality assurance by accurately analyzing and verifying various quality parameters of wine contained within bottles, thereby ensuring the integrity and authenticity of the wine.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] When judging wine, people often rely on their senses such as smell, taste, and sight to determine quality. By looking at the colour, smelling the aroma, and tasting, they try to assess how enjoyable the wine is. However, this process is subjective, as different individuals have varying opinions on what tastes good. One person may enjoy the wine, while another might not. Moreover, evaluating wine requires experience, and not everyone has the same level of expertise. Factors like mood, lighting, or fatigue can also influence the perception of wine. As a result, relying solely on sensory evaluation may not always provide the most accurate or consistent results when assessing wine quality.
[0003] Initially, winemakers used traditional tools such as taste testers, who sample the wine to judge its acidity, sweetness, and overall flavour. The appearance of the wine was also assessed using visual cues, such as colour and clarity. These methods were often combined with manual measurements of sugar content, typically using simple refractometers. However, these early equipment’s were quite rudimentary, and tasting was still the primary method for determining quality. So, people use some machines like spectrophotometers, gas chromatographs, and electronic noses to measure a wide range of factors, including chemical composition, aroma, and colour. These methods provide a more accurate, repeatable, and objective assessment of wine quality. While modern equipment provides highly detailed chemical analysis, these fails to fully replicate the human experience of tasting or smelling. This makes them less useful in evaluating the overall sensory experience of wine.
[0004] CN1945317A discloses about an invention that includes one kind of wine quality detector and belongs to the field of radio label sensor and detector technology. Several kinds of radio label sensor are mounted inside wine bottle, so that various quality indexes of wine, such as acidity, sweetness, alcohol content, pH value, chemical components, etc. may be detected with the external read-writer. The present invention has no damage to packed wine, fast detection speed and other advantages.
[0005] CN107315074A discloses about an invention that includes a wine quality detection device. The wine quality detection device comprises a protective sleeve, a metal proof stick, a device shell, a storage battery and a handheld component, wherein an electronic digital display screen is arranged on the surface of the battery cover; the storage battery is arranged inside a mounting cavity; the metal proof stick is arranged on the device shell on an inner side of the protective sleeve; a smell sensor is arranged at one end of the surface of the metal proof stick; an alcohol sensor is arranged at one end inside the metal proof stick; an LED (Light Emitting Diode) strong light strip is arranged inside a mounting groove; a light-transmitting plate is arranged inside the mounting groove in an outer side of the LED strong light strip; the surface of the hand-held component is provided with a handheld groove; the surface of the handheld groove is provided with an anti-slip sleeve; a hanging rope is arranged inside a hanging hole. By adopting the detection device with the structure, the liquor quality of bamboo-tube liquor can be detected effectively; the detection device is convenient to carry for use.
[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed that are capable of testing wine. However, these devices are incapable of testing the quality of wine in bottles within minimal manual intervention. Additionally, these existing devices also fails to identify and authenticate wine bottles based on visual cues, that causes tampering or irregularities during the operation.
[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that provide an automated means that efficiently tests the quality of wine in bottles, in view of ensuring accurate and consistent results. In addition, the developed device also identifies and authenticate wine bottles based on visual cues, such as labels and bottle condition, to verify authenticity and detect any tampering or irregularities.
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 provide an automated means that efficiently tests the quality of wine in bottles, in view of ensuring accurate and consistent results.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is able to identify and authenticate wine bottles based on visual cues, such as labels and bottle condition, to verify authenticity and detect any tampering or irregularities.
[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that offer a reliable means for verifying the seals and caps of bottles, in view of ensuring that only approved corks or caps are used for sealing, and reducing the risk of contamination or improper sealing.
[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that analyze multiple wine attributes and provide real-time data for quality assessment and decision-making.
[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 an automated wine quality detection device that facilitate the automation of wine quality testing in bottles, for ensuring precise and consistent results with high efficiency. Additionally, the device also analyzes various wine attributes and provides real-time data to assess quality and support decision-making.
[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated wine quality detection device comprises of a platform developed to be positioned on a ground surface and installed with a motorized conveyor belt, a multi-sectioned chamber is provided on the platform, each section stored with wine bottles of varying shapes and sizes, a touch interactive display panel mounted on the platform for enabling a user to provide input commands regarding testing of wine inside bottle, a telescopically operated gripper mounted in the platform to grip and position a bottle over the conveyor belt, an inverted U-shaped frame arranged over the conveyor and arranged with a corkscrew, a motorized dual axis slider is integrated in between the corkscrew frame that to translate the corkscrew over cap of bottle, an electric motor coupled with the corkscrew for rotating the corkscrew in clockwise and counter-clockwise direction for disengaging cork of the bottle, a robotic arm attached with the slider and integrated with dropper, configured to extract wine sample from the bottle for testing purposes, the collected wine sample is dropped inside a testing container installed on the platform, plurality of sensor include a pH sensor, a Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) sensor, a refractometer, a densitometer, an odor sensor, and a viscosity sensor, embedded within the container for testing pH value, alcohol content, sugar concentration, density of the wine, aromas of wine, and texture of the wine sample, a microcontroller collects the measurements from all sensor and predict quality of the wine, based on the predicted quality, the microcontroller provides a recommendation for preserving the wine, including suggesting optimal storage conditions such as brightness and temperature of area where the bottle should be stored, and the microcontroller is pre-fed to display an alert notification upon detection of an anomaly or quality of wine to be deviating from a pre-set threshold.
[0016] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the platform to analyze appearance of the wine bottle, including identifying labels, logos, and overall condition of bottle to ensure authenticity and quality, an Infrared sensor are mounted on the frame for detecting liquid level inside the bottle to ensure that bottle is filled correctly and has not been tampered with or improperly filled, a RFID (Radio Frequency Identification and Detection) scanner provided within the frame to read RFID tags placed on new corks, the RFID scanner being used to identify and authenticate cork or cap based on predefined categories, including type, brand, and quality of wine, and ensure that only approved corks or caps are used for sealing the bottles, and an mechanical arm with three links connected through motorized ball and socket joints are provided on the frame, the arm includes a clutch and pusher mechanism for resealing the bottle after testing by placing the cork back into the bottle.
[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 a perspective view of an automated wine quality detection 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 an automated wine quality detection device that effectively evaluates quality of wine in bottles, in view of ensuring precise and reliable results. Additionally, the proposed device analyze and verifies wine bottles by examining visual elements, including labels and the overall condition of the bottle, to confirm authenticity and detect any signs of tampering or discrepancies.
[0023] Referring to Figure 1, a perspective view of an automated wine quality detection device is illustrated, comprising a platform 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface and installed with a motorized conveyor belt 102, a multi-sectioned chamber 103 is provided on the platform 101, a touch interactive display panel 104 mounted on the platform 101, a telescopically operated gripper 105 mounted in the platform 101, an inverted U-shaped frame 106 arranged over the conveyor and arranged with a corkscrew 107, a motorized dual axis slider 108 is integrated in between the corkscrew 107 and frame 106, a robotic arm 109 attached with the slider 108 and integrated with dropper 110, a testing container 111 installed on the platform 101, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 112 installed on the platform 101, a RFID (Radio Frequency Identification and Detection) scanner 113 provided within the frame 106, an mechanical arm 114 provided on the frame 106.
[0024] A platform 101 is designed to be positioned on a ground surface, equipped with a motorized conveyor belt 102. The conveyor belt 102 is integrated with the platform 101 to facilitate the movement of bottles along a designated path. The motorized arrangement ensures that the conveyor belt 102 operates efficiently, enabling the automatic transfer of bottles from one location to another on the platform 101. The platform 101 and conveyor belt 102 work in tandem, with the motor providing the necessary power to drive the belt 102 movement.
[0025] A multi-sectioned chamber 103 is integrated into the platform 101, with each section designed to store wine bottles of varying shapes and sizes. The chamber 103 is compartmentalized into multiple sections, each designed to accommodate different bottle dimensions, ensuring secure and organized storage. The compartments hold the bottles in a stable and upright position, preventing damage during storage or transportation. The varying sizes of the sections allow for efficient use of space while ensuring that each wine bottle is stored according to its specific dimensions. This multi-sectional design enables easy access to the bottles for testing, thereby providing a flexible and practical solution for handling a variety of wine bottle types.
[0026] The platform 101 is installed with a touch interactive display panel 104 which facilitate a user in providing touch input command regarding testing of wine inside bottle. The touch interactive display panel 104 as mentioned herein is typically an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen that presents output in a visible form. The screen is equipped with touch-sensitive technology, allowing the user to interact directly with the display using their fingers. A touch controller IC (Integrated Circuit) is responsible for processing the analog signals generated when the user inputs details regarding testing of wine inside bottle. A touch controller is typically connected to the microcontroller through various interfaces which may include but are not limited to SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) or I2C (Inter-Integrated Circuit).
[0027] The microcontroller analyzes the command of the user and accordingly actuates a telescopically operated gripper 105 mounted in the platform 101. The gripper 105 is pneumatically actuated, wherein the gripper 105 pneumatic arrangement of the gripper 105 comprises of a cylinder incorporated with an air piston and the air compressor, wherein the compressor controls discharging of compressed air into the cylinder via air valves which further leads to the extension/retraction of the piston. The piston is attached to the telescopic gripper 105, wherein the extension/retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/retraction of the gripper 105. The actuated compressor allows extension of the gripper 105 to grip and position a bottle over the conveyor belt 102.
[0028] An inverted U-shaped frame 106 is positioned over the conveyor, designed to align with the movement of the bottles as these pass through the conveyor. This frame 106 is equipped with a corkscrew 107 that intended to facilitate the removal of corks from wine bottles. The corkscrew 107 is strategically placed to engage with the bottle’s cork as it moves along the conveyor, ensuring smooth and efficient cork extraction.
[0029] In between the corkscrew 107 and frame 106 a motorized dual axis slider 108 is integrated which is actuated by the microcontroller to translate the corkscrew 107 over cap of bottle. The dual-axis motorized slider 108 consists of two axes of motion, typically arranged perpendicular to each other, allowing movement in both horizontal and vertical directions. The slider 108 is controlled by the microcontroller. At its core, the slider 108 consists of a motorized mechanism that drives the translation of the corkscrew 107 suspended from it. This mechanism may utilize stepper motors, servo motors, or other motor types, depending on the design requirements. The microcontroller sends signals to the motorized slider 108, dictating the precise movements required for positioning the corkscrew 107 accurately over cap of bottle.
[0030] The corkscrew 107 mentioned above is coupled with an electric motor. The electric motor typically used herein is a Dc electric motor, wherein the DC motor works on the principle of electromagnetic induction: the stator and the rotor. The stator generates a magnetic field which usually consists of a permanent magnet or as set of coils through which direct current flows. The rotor is the moving part of the motor. The armature is connected to a commutator which is a rotary switch that reverses the direction of the current in the coil every half-turn. As the armature rotates, the brushes ensure a continuous flow of current by reversing its direction at the right moments. When the DC is applied to the armature, a magnetic field is created around the coil due to the current flowing through the coil. As the DC electric motor rotates, the rotational force rotates the connected corkscrew 107 for disengaging cork of the bottle.
[0031] The slider 108 is installed with a robotic arm 109, wherein at the end of the arm a dropper 110 is integrated. The robotic arm 109 used herein mainly comprises of motor controllers, arm, end effector and sensors. The arm is the essential part of the robotic arm 109 and it comprises of three parts the shoulder, elbow and wrist. All these components are connected through joints, with the shoulder resting at the base of the arm, typically connected to the microcontroller. The elbow is in the middle and allows the upper section of the arm to move forward or backward independently of the lower section. Finally, the wrist is at the very end of the upper arm and attaches to the end effector.
[0032] The end effector connected to the arm acts as a hand and acquire a grip of the dropper 110 to position the dropper 110 in an appropriate position in order to aid the dropper 110 to extract wine sample from the bottle for testing purposes post removal of cork.
[0033] The collected wine sample is deposited into a testing container 111 that is securely installed on the platform 101. This testing container 111 is specifically designed to receive and hold the wine sample for subsequent analysis. The wine sample is transferred from dropper 110, and accurately dropped into the container 111. The container 111 is strategically positioned on the platform 101 to ensure proper handling and stability during the testing process.
[0034] The container 111 is embedded with plurality of sensor which include a pH sensor, a Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) sensor, a refractometer, a densitometer, an odor sensor, and a viscosity sensor, for testing pH value, alcohol content, sugar concentration, density of the wine, aromas of wine, and texture of the wine sample.
[0035] The pH sensor works by measuring the hydrogen ion concentration in the wine sample. The pH sensor consists of a glass electrode sensitive to changes in the pH of the solution. When the wine sample comes into contact with the sensor, the electrode generates a potential difference based on the acidity or alkalinity of the wine. This potential difference is measured and converted into a pH value, providing an indication of the wine's acidity level.
[0036] The NIR sensor operates by emitting near-infrared light through the wine sample. The light interacts with the chemical bonds in the wine, causing specific wavelengths of light to be absorbed. The reflected light is detected by a sensor, and the data is analyzed to determine the composition of the wine, such as alcohol content, sugar concentration, and other components. The sensor uses specific absorption patterns to quantify different substances present in the sample.
[0037] The refractometer works based on the principle of refraction. The wine sample is placed on a prism surface, and light is passed through the sample. The refractive index of the sample changes based on its composition. The refractometer measures the angle of light refraction and converts it into data that determines the sugar concentration or the potential alcohol content of the wine. The refractive index helps in identifying the overall dissolved solid content in the wine.
[0038] The densitometer measures the density of the wine sample by comparing its mass to its volume. A small amount of the wine is placed into a precisely calibrated chamber 103, and the densitometer calculates the density by measuring how much the wine sample affects the movement of a float. The sensor detects changes in density caused by variations in the wine's composition, such as alcohol content, sugar levels, and other dissolved substances.
[0039] The Odor sensor detects the volatile compounds in the wine that contribute to its aroma. The sensor consists of an array of sensitive materials that react to specific molecules in the air. When the wine sample is exposed, the Odor molecules bind to the sensor’s surface, causing changes in electrical resistance or capacitance. These changes are measured and analyzed to identify and quantify the wine’s aromas, such as fruity, floral, or spicy notes.
[0040] The viscosity sensor measures the thickness or resistance to flow of the wine sample. The viscosity sensor typically uses a rotating spindle submerged in the liquid. The resistance encountered by the spindle when it moves through the wine sample is directly related to the sample's viscosity. Higher resistance indicates higher viscosity, which is an important characteristic in assessing the texture and mouthfeel of the wine.
[0041] The microcontroller is configured to gather data from the sensors integrated within the testing container 111. Upon collecting the measurements from these sensors, the microcontroller processes the data through an embedded machine learning module designed to analyze and evaluate the wine sample's quality. The machine learning module uses historical data and predefined protocol to predict the quality of the wine based on factors such as alcohol content, acidity, aroma, sugar concentration, density, and texture. Following the prediction of the wine's quality, the microcontroller formulates a recommendation for the preservation of the wine, which includes the optimal storage conditions necessary to maintain or enhance the wine's quality.
[0042] These recommendations are based on the predicted quality level and include specific suggestions related to environmental factors, such as the ideal temperature range and the brightness or light exposure of the storage area. The microcontroller communicates these recommendations to the user via display panel 104, ensuring that the wine is stored under conditions conducive to preserving its quality for a prolonged period.
[0043] Synchronously, the microcontroller which is pre-programmed with a set of threshold values that define the acceptable quality parameters for the wine, based on factors such as pH level, alcohol content, sugar concentration, density, aroma, and texture. Upon analyzing the data collected from the various sensors, the microcontroller continuously compares the measured values to these pre-set thresholds. If any anomaly or deviation is detected, indicating that the wine's quality has fallen outside the acceptable range, the microcontroller is configured to trigger an alert notification. This notification is sent to the user via display panel 104, for informing them of the detected anomaly and providing them with the necessary information to address the issue, such as adjusting storage conditions or taking corrective measures. This ensures that the user is promptly made aware of any quality concerns, enabling timely action to preserve the wine’s integrity.
[0044] The platform 101 is installed with an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 112 which is synchronously actuated by the microcontroller. The imaging unit 112 disclosed herein comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the outer surface of the bottles and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 112 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 112 also comprises of the processor which processes the captured images.
[0045] This pre-processing involves tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, or color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis which utilizes machine learning techniques, such as deep learning neural networks, to extract meaningful information from the visual data which are processed by the microcontroller to assess the visual characteristics of the wine bottle, including the identification of labels, logos, and the general condition of the bottle, to verify its authenticity and ensure its quality.
[0046] Infrared sensors are strategically mounted on the frame 106 for the purpose of detecting the liquid level within the wine bottle. These sensors function to ensure that the bottle is filled to the correct level as per industry standards and specifications. The infrared sensors also serve to identify any potential tampering or irregularities in the filling process, such as underfilling or overfilling, by detecting deviations from the expected liquid volume. In the event of any such discrepancies, the microcontroller is programmed to generate alerts to notify relevant parties, ensuring both product quality control and compliance with regulatory standards.
[0047] Infrared sensors work by emitting infrared light toward the surface of the liquid inside the wine bottle. The emitted light is reflected back from the liquid’s surface. The sensor detects the amount of reflected light, which correlates to the distance between the sensor and the liquid level. As the liquid level rises or falls, the amount of reflected light changes. The sensor measures these variations and compares them against pre-set thresholds to determine the fill level. If the liquid level falls outside the acceptable range, the sensor triggers an alert, indicating a potential filling issue or tampering.
[0048] An RFID (Radio Frequency Identification and Detection) scanner 113 is integrated within the frame 106 for the purpose of reading RFID tags affixed to new corks or caps. These RFID tags contain essential information, including but not limited to the type, brand, and quality of the cork or cap, which is pre-programmed or encoded into the tag. Upon activation, the RFID scanner 113 emits a radio frequency signal that activates the RFID tag. The tag then transmits its stored information back to the scanner 113. This data is analyzed by the microcontroller to authenticate the cork or cap, ensuring that it meets predefined categories and standards. This ensures that only approved and verified corks or caps are utilized for sealing bottles, thereby maintaining the integrity and quality of the product.
[0049] A mechanical arm 114 comprising three links interconnected through motorized ball-and-socket joints is mounted on the frame 106. This mechanical arm 114 is equipped with a clutch and pusher mechanism, which facilitates the resealing of a bottle after it has undergone testing. Specifically, the mechanical arm 114, upon completion of the testing procedure, is designed to engage a cork that has been previously removed from the bottle. The mechanical arm 114, through its articulated links and motorized ball-and-socket joints, allows precise positioning and movement to securely place the cork back into the bottle. The clutch mechanism ensures that the mechanical arm 114 apply controlled force when pushing the cork into place, while the pusher mechanism assists in ensuring a tight seal to reseal the bottle.
[0050] The mechanical arm 114 herein consists of three articulated links, each connected through motorized ball and socket joints. These joints provide the mechanical arm 114 with a high degree of flexibility and precise movement, allowing it to maneuver efficiently in multiple directions and angles. The mechanical arm 114 is tasked with resealing the wine bottle after it has undergone testing. This is achieved through a clutch and pusher mechanism integrated into the mechanical arm 114.
[0051] Once the wine sample has been extracted and the quality testing is complete, the mechanical arm 114 is activated to retrieve the cork and position it above the bottle’s neck. The clutch mechanism allows the mechanical arm 114 to securely grip the cork, while the pusher mechanism ensures that the cork is reinserted into the bottle with the correct force and alignment, resealing the bottle without damaging the cork or the bottle itself. The motorized ball and socket joints enable the mechanical arm 114 to adapt to different bottle sizes and shapes, ensuring that the resealing process is efficient and consistent.
[0052] The motorized ball and socket joint mentioned here consists of a ball-shaped element that fits into a socket, which provides rotational freedom in various directions. The ball is connected to a motor, typically a servo motor which provides the controlled movement. The links is attached to the socket of the motorized ball and socket joint, the microcontroller sends precise instructions to the motor of the motorized ball and socket joint. The motor responds by adjusting the ball and socket joint and rotates the ball in the desired direction, and this motion is transferred to the socket that holds the links. As the ball and socket joint move, it provides the necessary movement to the links to aid the links in resealing the bottle after testing by placing the cork back into the bottle.
[0053] Moreover, a battery is associated with the device for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the device and supplying a voltage to the components. The battery used herein is preferably a Lithium-ion battery which is a rechargeable unit that demands power supply after getting drained. The battery stores the electric current derived from an external source in the form of chemical energy, which when required by the electronic component of the device, derives the required power from the battery for proper functioning of the device.
[0054] 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. , Claims:1) An automated wine quality detection device, comprising:
i) a platform 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface and installed with a motorized conveyor belt 102, wherein a multi-sectioned chamber 103 is provided on said platform 101, each section stored with wine bottles of varying shapes and sizes;
ii) a touch interactive display panel 104 mounted on said platform 101 for enabling a user to provide input commands regarding testing of wine inside bottle, wherein a microcontroller linked with said display panel 104 upon receiving said user’s commands actuates a telescopically operated gripper 105 mounted in said platform 101 to grip and position a bottle over said conveyor belt 102;
iii) an inverted U-shaped frame 106 arranged over said conveyor and arranged with a corkscrew 107, wherein a motorized dual axis slider 108 is integrated in between said corkscrew 107 frame 106 that is actuated by said microcontroller to translate said corkscrew 107 over cap of bottle, followed by actuation of an electric motor coupled with said corkscrew 107 for rotating said corkscrew 107 in clockwise and counter-clockwise direction for disengaging cork of said bottle;
iv) a robotic arm 109 attached with said slider 108 and integrated with dropper 110, configured to extract wine sample from said bottle for testing purposes, post removal of cork, wherein said collected wine sample is dropped inside a testing container 111 installed on said platform 101;
v) plurality of sensor embedded within said container 111 for testing pH value, alcohol content, sugar concentration, density of the wine, aromas of wine, and texture of said wine sample, wherein said microcontroller collects said measurements from all sensor and utilizes a machine learning module to predict quality of said wine, based on said predicted quality, said microcontroller provides a recommendation for preserving said wine, including suggesting optimal storage conditions such as brightness and temperature of area where said bottle should be stored;
vi) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 112 installed on said platform 101 to analyze appearance of said wine bottle, including identifying labels, logos, and overall condition of bottle to ensure authenticity and quality, wherein Infrared sensors are mounted on said frame 106 for detecting liquid level inside said bottle to ensure that bottle is filled correctly and has not been tampered with or improperly filled; and
vii) a RFID (Radio Frequency Identification and Detection) scanner 113 provided within said frame 106 to read RFID tags placed on new corks, wherein said RFID scanner 113 being used to identify and authenticate cork or cap based on predefined categories, including type, brand, and quality of wine, and ensure that only approved corks or caps are used for sealing said bottles.
2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said sensors include a pH sensor, a Near-Infrared Spectroscopy (NIR) sensor, a refractometer, a densitometer, an odor sensor, and a viscosity sensor, respectively.
3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a mechanical arm 114 with three links connected through motorized ball and socket joints are provided on said frame 106, said arm includes a clutch and pusher mechanism for resealing said bottle after testing by placing said cork back into said bottle.
4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller is pre-fed to display an alert notification upon detection of an anomaly or quality of wine to be deviating from a pre-set threshold.
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