Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a secured garage entrance system that is designed for controlling and monitoring access to enclosed spaces such as garages. More specifically, the system enhances the security of a garage entrance by matching the person’s biometrics with biometrics of registered users.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] In many garages, controlling access and ensuring security has often been a challenge. People typically rely on keys, codes, or basic lock systems, but these methods is easily compromised. Keys gets lost, and security codes might be shared or forgotten. Additionally, it’s hard to know if there’s a potential danger, like a fire or an unauthorized person trying to get in. Tracking who enters and exits is difficult, and sometimes important details, like whether a pet or child is left inside, are overlooked. These gaps in security and safety highlight the need for more modern, smart solutions to manage access, monitor the environment, and ensure the overall well-being of everyone in and around the garage.

[0003] Early garage doors were manually operated, requiring homeowners to physically open and close heavy doors. These were simple, usually using hinges, pulleys, and a handle, but the process was labour-intensive and posed a safety risk due to the weight and mechanical nature of the door. So, people also use mechanical switches activated by wall-mounted buttons, which greatly improved convenience. However, older systems lacked modern safety features like automatic reversal. As a result, there was a risk of accidents or injury from the door's weight.

[0004] US9382728B1 discloses about an invention that includes a security system for prevent unauthorized release of a garage door opener from outside the garage, includes a generally J-shaped bracket having a generally L-shaped extension on the distal end thereof, for installation on a garage door opener track. The bracket has one or a plurality of slots or holes through a distal leg of the generally L-shaped portion for accommodating an attachment device for attaching the bracket to garage door release lever.

[0005] WO2019141770A1 discloses about an invention that includes a method and a door entrance system for connecting a first area with a first air pressure and a second area with a second air pressure, comprising a third area with a third air pressure comprising a first opening configured to be connected to the first area and a second opening configured to be connected to the second area, a first air pressure sensor configured to measure the first air pressure of the first area, a third air pressure sensor configured to measure the third air pressure of the third area, and an air pressure regulating unit connected to the first and third air pressure sensor and configured to regulate the third air pressure of the third area to be higher than the first air pressure such that air from the first area is prevented from entering into the third area.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems have been developed that are capable of controlling the entrance system of garage. However, these systems fail to accurately monitor and control access to a garage entrance, allowing unauthorized individuals to potentially gain access despite biometric data verification. Additionally, these existing systems fails to monitor garage occupancy, resulting in an inability to detect and count individuals, children, and pets within the garage, and fails to provide alerts when a mismatch occurs between the number of occupants entering and exiting.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that accurately monitors and controls access to a garage entrance, for ensuring only authorized individuals are granted access based on biometric data. In addition, the developed system also monitors garage occupancy by detecting and counting individuals, children, and pets within the garage, thereby providing alerts if there is a mismatch in the number of occupants exiting and entering.

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 system that accurately monitors and controls access to a garage entrance, for ensuring only authorized individuals are granted access based on biometric data.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is able to monitor garage occupancy by detecting and counting individuals, children, and pets within the garage, thereby providing alerts if there is a mismatch in the number of occupants during exiting and entering.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is able to ensure safety by detecting the presence of harmful tools or objects carried by an individual, and automatically deploying protective means to mitigate potential threats to the garage and its occupants.

[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is able to enhance ventilation within the garage by automatically controlling the opening/closing of garage based on CO2 levels, thereby improving air quality, and sending timely notifications to the user.

[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 secured garage entrance system that is able to prevent unauthorized access within the garage by providing an alert notification to the user in order to informs the registered user if unsuccessful biometric matches, thereby providing a safeguard against potential breaches.

[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a secured garage entrance system comprises of, a rectangular frame attached with entrance of a garage that is installed with a biometric sensor to receive biometrics of a person, a microcontroller linked with the biometric sensor matches the person’s biometrics with biometrics of registered users saved in a database associated with the microcontroller, a motorized slidable door installed with the entrance and in case the detection of successful match enable the person to enter the garage, in case of detection of unsuccessful match, an alert notification to a computing accessed by the registered user to inform the user regarding unauthorized access, a motorized shaft wrapped with a metallic sheet installed over the frame for deploying the sheet over the biometric sensor for confining the person to provide the biometrics, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit installed over the frame to determine presence of a harmful tools the with the person, an motorized roller wrapped with ballistic sheet to unwrap the ballistic sheet and deploy in front of the door to take impact of the detected harmful tools, plurality of electricity conductive wires configured with the ballistic sheet that is connected with a power supply directed by the microcontroller upon deploying the ballistic sheet to supply current to the wires to prevent the unauthorized person from accessing the garage, and the user is enabled to provide input regarding shutting of the garage for a certain time duration, based on which the door is directed to close the garage simultaneous to deployment of the sheets for user-specified time duration.

[0016] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed system further comprises of, a CO2 sensor is installed within the garage to monitor CO2 level within the garage, in case the monitored CO2 levels exceeds a threshold value, the door open up-to a pre-set limit to enable ventilation within the garage and simultaneously sends an alert notification to the computing unit to inform the user regarding high CO2 level, a fire sensor is installed within the garage to determine presence of fire within the garage and sends an alert notification to the computing unit, thereby informing the user, the imaging unit continuously monitors vehicle entering the garage to determine number of individuals, children and pet present within the garage, in case the monitored number mismatches number of the individuals, children and pet exiting the garage as detected by the imaging unit, a speaker installed over the frame produce a voice command to notify the user regarding individual/children/pet left in the garage, and in case of the mismatched number, an alert notification is sent to the computing unit to notify the user regarding individual/children/pet left in the garage to prevent accidental locking of the left individual/children/pet left within the garage.

[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 a secured garage entrance system.

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 secured garage entrance system that facilitate secure and controlled access to a garage entrance by ensuring that only authorized individuals are granted entry based on biometric data. Additionally, the system continuously monitors the garage's occupancy, by detecting and counting individuals, children, and pets within the premises and on discrepancy between the number an alert to is given to the user, thereby enhancing safety and preventing accidental lock-ins.

[0023] Referring to Figure 1, a perspective view of a secured garage entrance system, is illustrated, respectively, comprising a rectangular frame 101 attached with entrance of a garage that is installed with a biometric sensor 102, a motorized slidable door 103 installed with the entrance, a motorized shaft 104 wrapped with a metallic sheet 105 installed over the frame 101, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 106 installed over the frame 101, an motorized roller 107 wrapped with ballistic sheet 108, a speaker 109 installed over the frame 101.

[0024] The system disclosed herein comprising a rectangular frame 101 affixed to the entrance of a garage, wherein the frame 101 is equipped with a biometric sensor 102, the purpose of which is to capture and receive biometric data from a person seeking access to the garage. The biometric sensor 102 is configured to collect data related to physical characteristics, such as fingerprint, of the individual. This sensor is securely integrated into the rectangular frame 101 at the entrance, ensuring that only authorized individuals, whose biometric data has been pre-registered in the system, may gain access to the garage.

[0025] The biometric sensor 102 works by examining a finger pressed against the it. The finger's ridges and valleys are scanned, and a series of distinct points, where ridges and valleys end or meet, are called minutiae. These minutiae are the points the biometric sensor 102 uses for comparing the input biometric impressions with a pre-stored data present in a server via the microcontroller in order to perform authentication of the person.

[0026] The microcontroller, electronically connected to the biometric sensor 102, is configured to compare the biometric data captured by the sensor from a person seeking access to the garage with the biometric data of registered users stored in a secure database associated with the microcontroller. Upon receipt of the biometric data from the sensor, the microcontroller processes the data and performs a matching mechanism to verify whether the identified individual’s biometrics correspond to any of the pre-registered entries in the database.

[0027] If a match is found, the microcontroller actuates a motorized slidable door 103 installed with the entrance. The movement of the slidable door 103 is facilitated through a sliding unit integrated with the door 103. The sliding unit consists of a pair of sliding rails fabricated with grooves in which the wheel of a slider is positioned that is further connected with a bi-directional motor via a shaft 104. The microcontroller actuates the bi-directional motor to rotate in clockwise and anti-clockwise direction that aids in rotation of shaft 104, wherein the shaft 104 converts the electrical energy into rotational energy for allowing movement of the wheel to translate over the sliding rail by a firm grip on the grooves. The movement of the slider results in translation of the door 103 in order to enable the person to enter the garage.

[0028] In the event of an unsuccessful match between the biometric data captured by the biometric sensor 102 and the stored biometrics of registered users, the microcontroller is programmed to generate an alert notification. This notification is transmitted to a computing unit accessible by the registered user, for informing the user of the attempted unauthorized access. The notification will include relevant details such as the date, time, and potential identity of the individual attempting to access the garage. This feature ensures that the registered user is promptly informed of any unauthorized access attempts, enabling them to take appropriate action if necessary.

[0029] The computing unit is wirelessly linked with the microcontroller via a communication module. The communication module employed herein acts as an intermediate between various electronic components, wherein the module is used to establish the communication between the user’s computing unit and the microcontroller. The customized Global System for Mobile communication (GSM) module is designed for establishing a wireless connection between computing unit and the microcontroller. This module is able to receive serial data from radiation monitoring units such as computing unit and transmit the data as text SMS to the microcontroller, the microcontroller sends the alert notification to inform the user regarding unauthorized access.

[0030] In the event of the unauthorized user attempting to access the biometric system, the microcontroller activates a slidable lid which is embedded within a chamber, which is equipped with a metallic sheet 105 designed to restrict further access. The chamber gets opened/closed via slidable lid which works in similar manner as of slidable.

[0031] A motorized shaft 104, wrapped with the metallic sheet 105, is installed over the rectangular frame 101 within the chamber. This shaft 104 is operatively connected to the microcontroller, which controls its actuation. The motorized shaft 104 is activated only after multiple unsuccessful attempts to provide unregistered biometrics. Upon activation, the shaft 104 rotates about its axis, causing the metallic sheet 105 to be deployed over the biometric sensor 102. The deployment of the metallic sheet 105 effectively confines the individual attempting to access the garage, preventing further biometric data input.

[0032] The microcontroller on detection of multiple failed biometric matches, sends a signal to the motor. This signal activates the motor, causing the shaft 104 to rotate along its axis. As the shaft 104 turns, the wrapped metallic sheet 105 is unrolled and positioned over the biometric sensor 102, blocking access. The rotation continues until the metallic sheet 105 is fully deployed, covering the sensor and preventing further biometric attempts. The metallic sheet 105 remains in place until the system is reset or authorized access is provided.

[0033] The frame 101 is installed with an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 106 which determines presence of a harmful tools with the person. The imaging unit 106 disclosed herein comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the user and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 106 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 106 also comprises of the processor which processes the captured images.

[0034] 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 determine presence of a harmful tools with the person.

[0035] Synchronously, the microcontroller actuates a motorized roller 107 wrapped with ballistic sheet 108. The motorized roller 107 mentioned above is a mechanical unit designed to rotate on its axis with the help of an integrated electric motor. The cylindrical roller tube serves as a surface for supporting, and unwinding the positioned ballistic sheet 108. The motorized roller 107 is equipped with an electric motor that provides the rotational power necessary to turn the roller 107. The motor is connected to the roller tube through a drive mechanism, which involves gears, belts to transfer the motor’s rotational force to the roller 107, causing it to rotate for unwrapping the ballistic sheet 108 and deploying in front of the door 103 to take impact of the detected harmful tools.

[0036] The ballistic steel sheet 108 is designed to prevent the penetration of harmful tools or its impact. The sheet 108 is securely connected to the top of the gate using motorized hinges, allowing it to be deployed or retracted as needed. When activated, the sheet 108 extends in a parallel or dome-like structure in front of the gate, for effectively dispersing the force of any impact and minimizing the risk of damage or penetration.

[0037] Upon deployment of the ballistic sheet 108, triggered by the microcontroller, electrical current is directed through the plurality of electricity conductive wires (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) that are embedded within the ballistic sheet 108 and connected to a power supply.

[0038] The current flows through the conductive wires embedded in the sheet 108, which is positioned in front of the garage entrance. This electrical flow is intended to deter unauthorized access by creating an electric barrier, making uncomfortable for an unauthorized person to approach or attempt to remove the sheet 108. The microcontroller regulates the power supply to control the intensity of the current based on predetermined settings.

[0039] When the AI-enabled camera detects the presence of a pet or any animal outside the garage, the microcontroller immediately halts the flow of current along the electricity conductive wires embedded within the ballistic sheet 108. This action is controlled by the microcontroller, which processes the image data from the camera. Upon recognizing an animal, the microcontroller sends a signal to interrupt the current, ensuring that the pet or animal is not exposed to any electrical hazards. This safety measure is designed to prevent any unintended harm to animals while still maintaining the security for unauthorized human access.

[0040] The user herein input a specified time duration for closing the garage. Based on this input, the microcontroller receives the command and directs the motorized door 103 to close the garage. Simultaneously, the microcontroller actuates the motorized shaft 104 and roller 107 to deploy the ballistic sheet 108 as per the user-defined time duration. The microcontroller ensures that the garage is securely closed, and the protective sheets 108 are deployed to safeguard the premises for the specified time, thereby offering enhanced security during the closure period as per the user’s instructions.

[0041] The garage is integrated with a CO2 sensor which monitor CO2 level within the garage. The CO2 sensor monitors carbon dioxide levels within a garage by detecting the concentration of CO2 in the air. The CO2 sensor typically uses infrared (IR) sensors. In infrared sensors, the CO2 molecules absorb specific wavelengths of infrared light, and the sensor measures the amount of light absorbed, which correlates to the CO2 concentration. The sensor transmits the data to the microcontroller that evaluates whether the CO2 levels exceed safe thresholds or not and if CO2 levels exceed safe thresholds, the microcontroller instructs the door 103 to open to a predetermined extent, allowing for proper ventilation in the garage, while simultaneously sending an alert notification to the user's computing unit to notify them of the high CO2 concentration.

[0042] The microcontroller synchronously determine presence of fire within the garage by means of a fire sensor which is installed within the garage. The fire sensor works in sync with the imaging unit 106 that captures visual data to aid in the detection process. When the fire sensor identifies the presence of fire, the sensor sends a signal to the microcontroller and upon receiving this signal, the microcontroller sends an alert notification to the computing unit, thereby informing the use.

[0043] The imaging unit 106, installed on the frame 101, continuously monitor and track the number of individuals, children, and pets entering the garage. Upon detection of a vehicle entering, the imaging unit 106 processes the visual data to determine the total number of people and pets present within the garage at any given time. If, upon exiting the garage, the microcontroller detects a discrepancy between the number of individuals, children, and pets entering and exiting, the microcontroller is programmed to act accordingly. In the event of such a mismatch, the microcontroller triggers the activation of a speaker 109, which is mounted on the frame 101, to deliver an audible voice command.

[0044] The speaker 109 disclosed herein works by receiving signals from the microcontroller, converting them into sound waves through a diaphragm’s vibration, and producing audible sounds with the help of amplification and control circuitry in order to notify the user regarding individual/children/pet left in the garage. This notification provides an added layer of safety and ensuring no individuals, children, or pets are inadvertently left behind.

[0045] In the event that a mismatch is detected between the number of individuals, children, and pets entering and exiting the garage, the microcontroller is configured to send an alert notification to a computing unit associated with the system. This notification serves to inform the registered user about the presence of any individuals, children, or pets left inside the garage. The purpose of this notification is to prevent the accidental locking or entrapment of any individuals, children, or pets who may have been unintentionally left behind.

[0046] The database mentioned above store all essential data related to monitoring and security operations. This database logs critical events, including the precise parking and retrieval times of a vehicle when it enters or exits the garage. In the event that an attempt is made to open the garage gate outside of normal operating hours or by an unauthorized individual, the microcontroller is configured to detect such irregularities. Upon detection, an immediate alert is generated, and an image of the unauthorized person, captured by the AI-enabled camera, is sent to the registered user's computing unit for real-time notification.

[0047] Moreover, a battery is associated with the system for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the system 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 system, derives the required power from the battery for proper functioning of the system.

[0048] 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) A secured garage entrance system, comprising:

i) a rectangular frame 101 attached with entrance of a garage that is installed with a biometric sensor 102 to receive biometrics of a person, wherein a microcontroller linked with said biometric sensor 102 matches said person’s biometrics with biometrics of registered users saved in a database associated with said microcontroller;
ii) a motorized slidable door 103 installed with said entrance that is actuated by said microcontroller only in case said detection of successful match to enable said person to enter said garage, wherein in case of detection of unsuccessful match, said microcontroller sends an alert notification to a computing accessed by said registered user to inform said user regarding unauthorized access;
iii) a motorized shaft 104 wrapped with a metallic sheet 105 installed over said frame 101 and actuated by said microcontroller only in case of multiple attempts for providing unregistered biometrics, wherein upon actuation, said shaft 104 rotates on axis in view of deploying said sheet 105 over said biometric sensor 102 for confining said person to provide said biometrics; and
iv) an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 106 installed over said frame 101 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing images of said user, wherein based on said captured images, said microcontroller determines presence of a harmful tools said with said person and accordingly actuates a motorized roller 107 wrapped with ballistic sheet 108 to unwrap said ballistic sheet 108 and deploy in front of said door 103 to take impact of said detected harmful tools.

2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein plurality of electricity conductive wires configured with said ballistic sheet 108 that is connected with a power supply directed by said microcontroller upon deploying said ballistic sheet 108 to supply current to said wires to prevent said unauthorized person from accessing said garage.

3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a CO2 sensor is installed within said garage to monitor CO2 level within said garage, and in case said monitored CO2 levels exceeds a threshold value, said microcontroller directs said door 103 to open up-to a pre-set limit to enable ventilation within said garage and simultaneously sends an alert notification to said computing unit to inform said user regarding high CO2 level.

4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said imaging unit 106 continuously monitors vehicle entering said garage to determine number of individuals, children and pet present within said garage and in case said monitored number mismatches number of said individuals, children and pet exiting said garage as detected by said imaging unit 106, said microcontroller accordingly actuates a speaker 109 installed over said frame 101 to produce a voice command to notify said user regarding individual/children/pet left in said garage.

5) The system as claimed in claim 1 and 4, wherein in case of said mismatched number, said microcontroller also sends an alert notification is sent to said computing unit to notify said user regarding individual/children/pet left in said garage to prevent accidental locking of said left individual/children/pet left within said garage.

6) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said user is enabled to provide input regarding shutting of said garage for a certain time duration based on which said microcontroller directs said door 103 to close said garage simultaneous to actuation of said shaft 104 and roller 107 to deploy said sheets 105, 108 for user-specified time duration.

7) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a fire sensor is installed within said garage to determine presence of fire within said garage based on which said microcontroller sends an alert notification to said computing unit, thereby informing said user.