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Automated Cooling System For Industrial Environments

Abstract: An automated cooling system for industrial environments, comprising a housing 101 installed with multiple hydraulically operated rods 102 to adjust an optimum height of housing 101, an imaging unit 104 detects presence of individuals in enclosure, multiple extendable rods 105 extend/retract for deploying a circular plate 106, a fan unit 204 incorporated with multiple curved flaps 205, a pump 402 draws water from a chamber 401 stored with water and pour water onto multiple cooling pads 403, a servo motor 302 actuate for rotating flaps 205 at an optimum speed, a motorized ball and socket joint 109 provide a controlled movement to rods 105 for altering position of rods 105 and plate 106, multiple louvers 202 integrated with motorized hinges 203, for providing converging/diverging movement to louvers 202 for adjusting inclination of louvers 202.

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Application #
Filing Date
31 December 2024
Publication Number
05/2025
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

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

Inventors

1. Dr. Shalok Bharti
Assistant Professor, 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 an automated cooling system for industrial environments that is capable of optimizing air distribution and cooling by dynamically adjusting to environmental conditions and movements of individuals within the space, thereby ensuring optimal temperature regulation and airflow, which improves worker comfort while minimizing energy consumption by efficiently targeting cooling efforts in high-heat zones.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] In industrial environments where numerous individuals work in confined spaces, maintaining a comfortable temperature is crucial for ensuring both safety and productivity. Traditionally, cooling systems have consisted of basic solutions like ceiling fans, exhaust fans, and portable air conditioners. Ceiling fans circulate air but fail to cool it, often leading to an uncomfortable environment in areas with high heat. Exhaust fans help expel hot air from the area, but these don’t adequately regulate the temperature or control humidity. Portable air conditioners, while effective in cooling smaller areas, are inefficient in large or crowded spaces, often leading to uneven cooling and higher operational costs. These traditional methods also fail to address the need for consistent airflow, temperature control, and energy efficiency in such large environments, making them less ideal for maintaining an optimal working condition. As a result, more advanced and effective cooling systems are required to meet the unique needs of such environments.

[0003] Conventionally, simple mechanical equipment’s to circulate air and remove warm air from the environment. Ceiling fans were used to improve airflow, but these didn’t cool the air. Exhaust fans, which helped expel hot air, were useful but didn’t control the temperature, resulting in an uneven environment. So, people also use portable air conditioners began to emerge as more efficient cooling solutions for smaller areas. As these functioned by using refrigerant systems to cool air and direct it into spaces. While effective in small rooms or confined spaces, these equipment’s had limitations. A these were inefficient in large industrial spaces, required frequent maintenance, and consumed high amounts of energy. The cooling was also uneven, leading to hot spots within a room or warehouse.

[0004] US20120091069A1 discloses about an invention that includes a method and system for treating water, and using the treated water for the cooling of industrial processes is disclosed. The water is treated and stored in a large container or artificial lagoon, has high clarity and high microbiological quality. A system of the invention generally includes a containing means, such as a large container or artificial lagoon, a coordination means, a chemical application means, a mobile suction means, and a filtration means. The coordination means monitors and controls the processes in order to adjust water quality parameters within specified limits. The large container or artificial lagoon can act as a heat sink, absorbing waste heat from the industrial cooling process, thus creating thermal energy reservoirs in a sustainable manner, which can be later used for other purposes. The method and system can be used in any industrial cooling system with any type of water available, including fresh water, brackish water, and seawater.

[0005] US20180266700A1 discloses about an invention that includes a system for temperature-controlling rooms with a room ceiling or a room wall on which is suspended a structure of rails which run parallel to one another and form a lower rail plane running parallel to the room ceiling and an inner rail plane running parallel to the room wall, and between which a plurality of cooling or heating elements can be inserted, is characterized in that a plurality of fixing elements of which the cooling or heating elements can be fixed with respect to the rails in a vertical or inward direction facing away from the room ceiling or room wall, respectively, and a plurality of brackets which can be fastened on the rails and which force the cooling or heating elements, in a direction away from the room ceiling or room wall, into a plane which coincides at least with the lower/inner rail plane.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems have been developed that provide cooling in industrial environments. However, these systems do not adjust to the positions or movements of workers, potentially resulting in excessive cooling in areas with low occupancy. Additionally, such systems also fail in directing airflow to zones with higher worker density or elevated temperature levels.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that requires to provide individualized cooling zones that adapts to the position and movement of workers, thereby ensuring they remain comfortable while avoiding excessive cooling in low-density areas. In addition, the developed system also needs to improve energy efficiency by directing airflow to areas with high individual density or elevated temperatures, and reducing airflow in areas that are unoccupied or less in need of cooling.

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 is able to optimize the temperature and airflow conditions within industrial enclosures, thereby enhancing comfort for individuals working in the space.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is able to ensure dynamic cooling control by continuously adjusting the airflow and cooling intensity based on monitored temperature, individual movement, and other environmental factors.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is able to improve energy efficiency by directing airflow to areas with high individual density or elevated temperatures, and reducing airflow in areas that are unoccupied or less in need of cooling.

[0012] 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

[0013] The present invention relates to an automated cooling system for industrial environments that is capable of facilitating optimization of temperature and airflow conditions within industrial enclosures, thereby improving comfort of individuals working in the space. Additionally, the proposed system also ensures optimal cooling in high-heat zones while preventing the overcooling of system, thereby balancing worker comfort with operational efficiency.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated cooling system for industrial environments comprises of a housing developed to be installed in an industrial enclosure, the housing is supported by plurality of hydraulically operated rods for adjusting an optimum height of the housing, each free ends of the rods are attached with a wheel that provides mobility to the housing over a ground surface of the enclosure, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit is mounted on the housing to monitor the surroundings for detecting presence of individuals in the enclosure, plurality of temperature sensors associated with the system, that are installed at varying portions such as ceiling, walls and floors of the enclosure, for monitoring temperatures of the portions, to detect heated areas of the enclosure, plurality of extendable rods are arranged on front corners of the housing to extend/retract for deploying a circular plate positioned on forward-facing ends of the rods, followed by synchronized deployment of multiple expandable sheets attached with adjacent portions of the rods, to form a covered area around the deployed plate, a fan unit installed within the housing, incorporated with multiple curved flaps attached to a central shaft, a chamber stored with water is configured within the housing and linked with a pump to draw water from the chamber and pour the water onto multiple cooling pads arranged on inner sides of the housing, for moistening the pads, chamber is provided with a Peltier unit for ensuring an optimum temperature of the stored water, required for further cooling, a servo motor linked with the shaft, to rotate for inducing a controlled rotational movement to the shaft, which in turn rotates the flaps at an optimum speed, to extract warm air from outside through multiple air vents arranged on lateral and back sides of the housing, which is passed through the moist pads, to evaporate moisture of the pads, to generate cool air that is expelled inside the covered area, a RPM (Revolution per minute) sensor is arranged on the fan unit, for monitoring speed of the shaft, and a motorized iris lid arranged on central portion of plate, to get opened/closed for allowing the cool air to flow towards the targeted area.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed system further comprises of, a motorized ball and socket joint is integrated in between the rods and housing, to provide a controlled movement to the rods for altering position of the rods and plate, to ensure the air flows optimally towards the targeted area, thereby ensuring an ambient temperature for the individuals, aimed at improving comfort of the individuals, the imaging unit continuously monitors the individuals’ movements and adjusts the airflow position to direct the airflow towards workers, plurality of louvers installed at the front side of housing behind the plate and integrated with motorized hinges, an ultrasonic sensor is embedded in the housing for determining height of the individuals, based on the hinges for providing converging/diverging movement to the louvers for adjusting inclination of the louvers, thereby ensuring optimal air distribution across the targeted area while minimizing air exposure to any machinery or sensitive equipment within the enclosure, microcontroller regulates the airflow intensity based on individuals’ density in the enclosure, as detected by the imaging unit, in accordance to which the microcontroller directs the airflow primarily to zones with higher density and reducing unnecessary airflow in unoccupied areas, a database is linked with the microcontroller, intended for storing specific information regarding heating patterns of various industrial machines in the enclosure, enabling the system to direct airflow away from high-heat zones while focusing on individual-specific cooling zones, a feedback loop that continuously monitors the ambient temperature, the machinery’s heating patterns, and the individual’s location and movement, adjusting the system’s parameters to ensure efficient and energy-optimized operation, and a battery is configured with the system for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with the system.

[0016] 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

[0017] 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 cooling system for industrial environments; and
Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of the proposed system;
Figure 3 illustrates a top view of the proposed system; and
Figure 4 illustrates an internal view of the proposed system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to an automated cooling system for industrial environments that enables optimization of temperature and airflow within industrial enclosures, thereby improving the comfort of individuals working in the environment. Additionally, the proposed system also provides automated, real-time adjustments that optimizes cooling performance in various industrial environments.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, and 2 a perspective view of an automated cooling system for industrial environments and an isometric view of the proposed system are illustrated, respectively, comprising a housing 101 developed to be installed in an industrial enclosure, the housing 101 is supported by plurality of hydraulically operated rods 102, each free ends of the rods 102 are attached with a wheel 103, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 104 is mounted on the housing 101, plurality of extendable rods 105 are arranged on front corners of the housing 101, a circular plate 106 positioned on forward-facing ends of the rods 105.

[0023] Figure 1 and 2 further illustrates multiple expandable sheets 107 attached with adjacent portions of the rods 105, multiple air vents 201 arranged on lateral and back sides of the housing 101, a motorized iris lid 108 arranged on central portion of plate 106, a motorized ball and socket joint 109 is integrated in between the rods 105 and housing 101, plurality of louvers 202 installed at the front side of housing 101 behind the plate 106 and integrated with motorized hinges 203, a fan unit 204 installed within the housing 101, incorporated with multiple curved flaps 205.

[0024] The system disclosed herein comprising a housing 101 that is designed for installation within an industrial enclosure, with the capability to adjust its height to an optimal level. This adjustment is facilitated by plurality of hydraulically operated rods 102 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers), each of which is equipped with a wheel 103 at its free end. These wheel 103 enable the housing 101 to move smoothly over the ground surface of the enclosure, allowing for easy relocation within the industrial space. The hydraulic arrangement ensures precise height control, while the wheel 103 provide stability and mobility, making the housing 101 adaptable to different positions as required by the operational needs of the enclosure.

[0025] The rods 102 are powered by hydraulic unit that consist of a hydraulic cylinder, hydraulic compressor, hydraulic valve and piston that work in collaboration for providing the required extension/retraction to the rods 102. The microcontroller actuates the valve to allow passage of hydraulic fluid from the compressor within the cylinder, the hydraulic fluid further develops pressure against the piston and results in pushing and extending the piston. The piston is connected with the rods 102 and due to applied pressure the rods 102 extends and similarly, the microcontroller retracts the rods 102 by closing the valve resulting in retraction of the piston. The microcontroller regulates the extension/retraction of the rods 102 for adjusting an optimum height of the housing 101.

[0026] The wheel 103 used herein are omnidirectional wheel 103 comprises a wheel 103 coupled with a motor via a rotating bar that is designed to move the housing 101 in any direction without changing the orientation of the housing 101 offering exceptional maneuverability to the housing 101. Upon actuation of the wheel 103 by the microcontroller, the motor starts to rotate in clockwise or anti-clockwise direction in order to provide movement to the wheel 103 via the rotating bar. The wheel 103 thus enables the housing 101 to move seamlessly in any direction, making it valuable for moving and positioning the housing 101 over a ground surface of the enclosure.

[0027] The housing 101 is installed with an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 104 which monitor the surroundings for detecting presence of individuals in the enclosure. The imaging unit 104 disclosed herein comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the surroundings and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 104 in form of an optical data.

[0028] The imaging unit 104 also comprises of the processor which processes the captured images. 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 monitor the surroundings for detecting presence of individuals in the enclosure.

[0029] Synchronously, the microcontroller monitors temperatures of the portions via plurality of temperature sensors (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) that are associated with the system, and are installed at varying portions such as ceiling, walls and floors of the enclosure. 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 surrounding. When the 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 portions, to detect heated areas of the enclosure.

[0030] A microcontroller is linked with the system to process and correlate the detected positions of individuals and the identified heated areas within the enclosure. The microcontroller analyzes the data from the imaging unit 104 and temperature sensors to determine the locations where individuals are present within the heated portions of the enclosure. Based on this correlation, the microcontroller identifies targeted areas where individuals are situated in high-temperature zones. This allows the system to adjust airflow and cooling parameters to ensure that the areas with higher human presence and elevated temperatures receive optimal cooling.

[0031] At the front corners of the housing 101 plurality of extendable rods 105 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) are positioned, each of which is controlled by the microcontroller to extend or retract as needed. Upon activation, the rods 105 deploy a circular plate 106 attached to the forward-facing ends of the rods 105. Simultaneously, multiple expandable sheets 107, which are attached to adjacent portions of the rods 105, are deployed in a synchronized manner. These sheets 107 unfold and expand to form a covered area around the circular plate 106, effectively creating a protective or shaded zone. This configuration ensures the formation of a fully enclosed or protected space around the deployed plate 106 for a designated purpose.

[0032] The rods 105 are pneumatically actuated, wherein the pneumatic arrangement of the rods 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 rods 105, wherein the extension/retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/retraction of the rods 105. The actuated compressor allows extension of the rods 105 for deployment of multiple expandable sheets 107 attached with adjacent portions of the rods 105, to form a covered area around the deployed plate 106.

[0033] A fan unit 204 is installed within the housing 101, featuring multiple curved flaps 205 attached to a central shaft 301. A chamber 401 containing water is integrated within the housing 101 and connected to a pump 402, which is controlled by the microcontroller. When activated, the pump 402 draws water from the chamber 401 and disperses it onto multiple cooling pads 403 arranged on the inner sides of the housing 101. This action moistens the cooling pads 403, facilitating the cooling process. The fan unit 204, with its rotating curved flaps 205, circulates air through the moist pads 403, thereby enhancing the cooling efficiency within the housing 101 by promoting evaporative cooling (as shown in Figure 3 & 4).

[0034] The pump 402 operates by drawing water from the storage chamber 401 when activated by the microcontroller. The pump 402 motor generates suction, causing water to move through an intake valve into the pump 402 chamber 401. This water is then pushed through a discharge valve and directed to the cooling pads 403 within the housing 101. The pump 402 continues to function intermittently or as required, maintaining a consistent flow of water to ensure the cooling pads 403 remain moist. By regulating the flow, the pump 402 ensures that the cooling system operates efficiently, contributing to the overall temperature control within the enclosure.

[0035] Also, the chamber 401 is installed with a Peltier unit which ensures an optimum temperature of the stored water. The Peltier unit consists of two semiconductor plates, known as Peltier plates, connected in series and sandwiched between two ceramic plates. When an electric current is applied to the Peltier unit, one side of the unit absorbs heat from its surroundings, while the other side releases heat, thereby ensures an optimum temperature of the stored water, required for further cooling, in case the detected temperature exceeds a threshold value.

[0036] In synchronization, the microcontroller directs a servo motor 302 (as shown in figure 3), linked to the central shaft 301 within the housing 101. The servo motor 302 imparts controlled rotational movement to the shaft 301, which in turn drives the attached curved flaps 205 to rotate at an optimum speed. This rotational movement enables the extraction of warm air from the surroundings via multiple air vents 201 positioned on the lateral and back sides of the housing 101. The warm air then passes through the moist cooling pads 403 inside the housing 101. As the air moves through the pads 403, the moisture evaporates, resulting in the generation of cool air that is subsequently expelled into the covered area. This process aids in maintaining a desired temperature within the enclosure.

[0037] The servo motor 302 receives an electrical signal from the microcontroller, which specifies the desired position or speed of rotation. Upon receiving this signal, the motor's internal controller adjusts the position of the rotor to match the requested angle or speed. The microcontroller continuously monitors the rotor's position and sends this data back to the controller. The controller then adjusts the motor’s operation to ensure precise movement. In this process, the servo motor 302 rotates the attached shaft 301, controlling the motion of the fan blades, and helping in the extraction and circulation of air through the system.

[0038] An RPM (Revolutions per minute) sensor is integrated with the fan unit 204 to monitor the rotational speed of the shaft 301. The sensor detects the number of rotations made by the shaft 301 per minute and sends this data to the microcontroller. The RPM sensor detects the rotational speed of a shaft 301 by measuring the number of rotations per minute. The RPM sensor typically uses a magnetic sensor to track the movement of a rotating part, such as a gear or rotor. As the shaft 301 turns, the sensor generates electrical pulses corresponding to each rotation. These pulses are then counted and converted into a signal that indicates the speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). This data is sent to the microcontroller, which processes the information to monitor speed of the shaft 301, and regulate controlling airflow and adjusting other parameters based on the detected speed.

[0039] Based on the information provided by the RPM sensor and the detected temperature from the temperature sensors, the microcontroller adjusts the actuation of a motorized iris lid 108 arranged on central portion of plate 106. The iris lid 108 position is controlled to regulate the airflow, ensuring that the system maintains optimal cooling efficiency by providing the appropriate amount of airflow in response to the surrounding temperature.

[0040] The iris lid 108 comprises of a ring and a blade with multiple protrusions. The ring is fabricated with multiple grooves. The ring is installed with the motor that is actuated by the microcontroller for rotating the ring with a specified speed to regulate the opening and closing of the lid 108 in order to opened/closed for allowing the cool air to flow towards the targeted area.

[0041] In between the rods 105 and housing 101 a motorized ball and socket joint 109 is integrated which is synchronously actuated by the microcontroller. The motorized ball and socket joint 109 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 302 which provides the controlled movement. The rods 105 are attached to the socket of the motorized ball and socket joint 109, the microcontroller sends precise instructions to the motor of the motorized ball and socket joint 109.

[0042] The motor responds by adjusting the ball and socket joint 109 and rotates the ball in the desired direction, and this motion is transferred to the socket that holds the rods 105. As the ball and socket joint 109 move, it provides the necessary movement to the rods 105 for altering position of the rods 105 and plate 106, to ensure the air flows optimally towards the targeted area, thereby ensuring an ambient temperature for the individuals, aimed at improving comfort of the individuals.

[0043] The imaging unit 104 is designed to continuously monitor the movements of individuals within the industrial enclosure. The imaging unit 104 employs advanced image processing protocols to track the precise location and movement patterns of workers in real-time. Upon detecting the presence and movement of individuals, the imaging unit 104 communicates with the system's microcontroller, which subsequently adjusts the direction of airflow. This ensures that the airflow is directed specifically towards the workers, providing targeted cooling or ventilation. The system dynamically adapts to the workers' location and movements, optimizing comfort and maintaining the appropriate environmental conditions within the enclosure.

[0044] Simultaneously, plurality of louvers 202 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) is installed at the front side of the housing 101, positioned behind the circular plate 106. These louvers 202 are integrated with motorized hinges 203, which are controlled by the microcontroller. The motorized hinges 203 allow the louvers 202 to adjust their angle, either opening or closing, based on the operational requirements. This adjustment enables the controlled regulation of airflow within the system.

[0045] Prior actuation of the hinges 203, the microcontroller determines height of the individuals. The ultrasonic sensor works by emitting ultrasonic waves and then measuring the time taken by these waves to bounce back after hitting the surface of the individuals. The ultrasonic sensor includes two main parts viz. transmitter, and a receiver. The transmitter sends a short ultrasonic pulse towards the surface of individuals which propagates through the air at the speed of sound and reflects back as an echo to the transmitter as the pulse hits the individuals The transmitter then detects the reflected eco from the surface of individuals and calculations is performed by the sensor based on the time interval between the sending signal and receiving echo to determine the height of the individuals.

[0046] The determined data is sent to the microcontroller in a signal form, based on which the microcontroller further process the signal to actuate the hinges 203. The hinges 203 mentioned above is preferably a motorized hinges 203 that involves the use of an electric motor to control the movement of the hinges 203 and the connected component. The hinges 203 provide the pivot point around which the movement occurs. The motor is the core component responsible for generating the rotational motion. It converts the electrical energy into mechanical energy, producing the necessary torque that drives the hinges 203. As the motor rotates, the motorized hinges 203 provide converging/diverging movement to the louvers 202 for adjusting inclination of the louvers 202, thereby ensuring optimal air distribution across the targeted area while minimizing air exposure to any machinery or sensitive equipment within the enclosure.

[0047] The microcontroller regulates the intensity of the airflow based on the detected density of individuals within the enclosure, as determined by the imaging unit 104. Upon analyzing this data, the microcontroller directs airflow predominantly to areas with higher concentrations of individuals, ensuring optimal cooling in those zones. Simultaneously, it reduces or eliminates airflow in unoccupied areas, thereby improving energy efficiency and ensuring that the system focuses its cooling resources where they are most needed, maintaining a comfortable environment for the individuals present while minimizing energy waste.

[0048] A database is connected to the microcontroller, specifically designed to store detailed information regarding the heating patterns of various industrial machines within the enclosure. This allows the system to process and analyze the data, enabling it to manage airflow efficiently. The system directs airflow away from areas with high heat concentration while prioritizing cooling in specific zones that are tailored to the individual’s needs, ensuring optimal temperature regulation. This targeted airflow management contributes to maintaining a comfortable and safe environment by effectively balancing temperature distribution across the enclosure.

[0049] The microcontroller comprises an integrated feedback loop designed to continuously monitor multiple parameters, including the ambient temperature, the heating patterns of the machinery, and the location and movement of the individual. Based on the data received from these variables, the microcontroller adjusts the system's operational parameters accordingly.

[0050] This dynamic adjustment ensures that the machinery operates efficiently while optimizing energy consumption. The feedback loop enables real-time monitoring and responsive modifications, contributing to the system's overall performance and energy efficiency, without overstepping the limits of operational requirements.

[0051] Moreover, a battery is associated with the system for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the system for 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.

[0052] 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 cooling system for industrial environments, comprising:

i) a housing 101 developed to be installed in an industrial enclosure, wherein said housing 101 is supported by plurality of hydraulically operated rods 102 for adjusting an optimum height of said housing 101, each free ends of said rods 102 are attached with a wheel 103 that provides mobility to said housing 101 over a ground surface of said enclosure;

ii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 104 is mounted on said housing 101 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of said housing 101, respectively, to monitor said surroundings for detecting presence of individuals in said enclosure, wherein plurality of temperature sensors associated with said system, that are installed at varying portions such as ceiling, walls and floors of said enclosure, for monitoring temperatures of said portions, to detect heated areas of said enclosure;

iii) a microcontroller associated with said system, for correlating said detected position of individuals and said heated areas, to identify a targeted area, wherein a plurality of extendable rods 105 are arranged on front corners of said housing 101 that are actuated by said microcontroller to extend/retract for deploying a circular plate 106 positioned on forward-facing ends of said rods 105, followed by synchronized deployment of multiple expandable sheets 107 attached with adjacent portions of said rods 105, to form a covered area around said deployed plate 106;

iv) a fan unit 204 installed within said housing 101, incorporated with multiple curved flaps 205 attached to a central shaft 301, wherein a chamber 401 stored with water is configured within said housing 101 and linked with a pump 402 that is actuated by said microcontroller to draw water from said chamber 401 and pour said water onto multiple cooling pads 403 arranged on inner sides of said housing 101, for moistening said pads 403, followed by actuation of a servo motor 302 linked with said shaft 301, to rotate for inducing a controlled rotational movement to said shaft 301, which in turn rotates said flaps 205 at an optimum speed, to extract warm air from outside through multiple air vents 201 arranged on lateral and back sides of said housing 101, which is passed through said moist pads 403, to evaporate moisture of said pads 403, in view of generating cool air that is expelled inside said covered area;

v) a motorized iris lid 108 arranged on a central portion of plate 106, to get opened/closed for allowing said cool air to flow towards said targeted area, wherein a motorized ball and socket joint 109 is integrated in between said rods 105 and housing 101, that is actuated by said microcontroller to provide a controlled movement to said rods 105 for altering position of said rods 105 and plate 106, to ensure said air flows optimally towards said targeted area, thereby ensuring an ambient temperature for said individuals, aimed at improving comfort of said individuals; and

vi) plurality of louvers 202 installed at said front side of housing 101 behind said plate 106 and integrated with motorized hinges 203, wherein an ultrasonic sensor is embedded in said housing 101 and synced with said imaging unit 104 for determining height of said individuals, based on which said microcontroller actuates said hinges 203 for providing converging/diverging movement to said louvers 202 for adjusting inclination of said louvers 202, thereby ensuring optimal air distribution across said targeted area while minimizing air exposure to any machinery or sensitive equipment within said enclosure.

2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said chamber 401 is provided with a Peltier unit for ensuring an optimum temperature of said stored water, required for further cooling, in case said detected temperature exceeds a threshold value.

3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a database is linked with said microcontroller, intended for storing specific information regarding heating patterns of various industrial machines in said enclosure, enabling said system to direct airflow away from high-heat zones while focusing on individual-specific cooling zones.

4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller regulates said airflow intensity based on individuals’ density in said enclosure, as detected by said imaging unit 104, in accordance to which said microcontroller directs said airflow primarily to zones with higher density and reducing unnecessary airflow in unoccupied areas.

5) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein an RPM (Revolution per minute) sensor is arranged on said fan unit 204, for monitoring speed of said shaft 301, based on which said microcontroller regulates actuation of said iris lid 108 to ensure optimal airflow, as per said detected temperature.

6) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said imaging unit 104 continuously monitors said individuals’ movements and adjusts said airflow position to direct said airflow towards workers, based on said individual’s location and movements within said enclosure.

7) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller includes a feedback loop that continuously monitors said ambient temperature, said machinery’s heating patterns, and said individual’s location and movement, adjusting said system’s parameters to ensure efficient and energy-optimized operation.

8) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is configured with said system for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with said system.

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1 202421105112-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
2 202421105112-REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION (FORM-18) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
3 202421105112-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
4 202421105112-PROOF OF RIGHT [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
5 202421105112-POWER OF AUTHORITY [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
6 202421105112-FORM-9 [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
7 202421105112-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
8 202421105112-FORM 18 [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
9 202421105112-FORM 1 [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
10 202421105112-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
11 202421105112-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
12 202421105112-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
13 202421105112-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
14 202421105112-DRAWINGS [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
15 202421105112-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
16 202421105112-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [31-12-2024(online)].pdf 2024-12-31
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