Description:BACKGROUND
Field of Invention
[001] Embodiments of the present invention generally relate to a book exchange system and particularly to an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system.
Description of Related Art
[002] Books have been a cornerstone of education, entertainment, and personal development for centuries. They serve as a medium to share knowledge, experiences, and stories across generations and cultures. However, despite their significance, access to books remains unequal. Many individuals, especially in underserved areas, face challenges in obtaining reading materials due to economic, geographic, or logistical barriers. Meanwhile, countless books sit unused on shelves, creating an imbalance between surplus and demand.
[003] Traditional solutions such as public libraries, book donation programs, and online platforms have attempted to address this issue. The libraries, while invaluable, often struggle with limited accessibility, operating hours, and geographic reach. These solutions, however, are confined to the specific books readers seek, particularly in remote or underserved areas. Further, the book donation programs, though well-intentioned, often encounter logistical challenges in ensuring books reach their intended recipients efficiently.
[004] Community-based book exchanges and street libraries have gained popularity as an alternative. These initiatives encourage individuals to share books locally, fostering a culture of reading and community interaction. However, these efforts are often limited in scale and sustainability. Issues such as theft, vandalism, and lack of awareness hinder their effectiveness. Furthermore, without a structured framework or widespread participation, the variety and availability of books in such exchanges are inconsistent.
[005] Existing commercial practices, such as thrift stores and online marketplaces for used books, provide affordable alternatives for accessing reading materials. However, these solutions tend to focus on transactions rather than fostering community engagement. Shipping costs, delayed gratification, and the commercial nature of these platforms deter users from participating.
[006] The need for an equitable, accessible, and sustainable approach to book sharing is evident. Addressing this challenge requires a solution that not only bridges the gap between surplus and demand but also fosters a sense of community, promotes literacy, and ensures environmental sustainability. Such an approach would democratize access to reading materials while encouraging resource reuse and fostering connections among individuals through a shared love of books.
[007] There is thus a need for an improved and advanced Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system that can administer the aforementioned limitations in a more efficient manner.
SUMMARY
[008] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention provide an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system. The system comprising: a book box adapted to accommodate books. The book box comprising: compartments adapted to store books, wherein the books stored in the compartments are segregated on basis of factors selected from, a title, an author, a genre, a publication house, a rating, or a combination thereof. The book box further comprising: a detection unit, installed in the compartments, adapted to detect factors corresponding to the books stored in the compartments. The book box further comprising: a control unit communicatively connected to the detection unit. The control unit is configured to: receive the detected factors from the detection unit; transmit and store the received factors in a server through a communication unit; and display the factors, stored in the server, on a computing application installed in a user device.
[009] Embodiments in accordance with the present invention further provide a method for executing book exchange using an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system. The method comprising steps of: storing books into compartments of a book box; detecting factors corresponding to the books stored in the compartment of the book box using a detection unit; receiving the detected factors from the detection unit; transmitting and storing the received factors in a server through a communication unit; and displaying the factors, stored in the server, on a computing application installed in a user device.
[0010] Embodiments of the present invention may provide a number of advantages depending on their particular configuration. First, embodiments of the present application may provide an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system.
[0011] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that is strategically placed in easily accessible community locations, reducing the need for long commutes to libraries or bookstores.
[0012] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that encourages direct participation by community members, fostering a sense of ownership, responsibility, and social connection through shared reading experiences.
[0013] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that provides an entirely free platform for accessing and sharing books, eliminating financial barriers associated with buying books or membership fees.
[0014] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that promotes the reuse of books, reducing waste and supporting a culture of recycling, which benefits both the community and the environment.
[0015] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that ensures that individuals from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds have equitable access to a wide variety of reading materials.
[0016] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that offers a continuously evolving collection of books, ensuring variety and encouraging frequent participation by community members.
[0017] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that is a community-driven maintenance model that minimizes operational costs and ensures the box remains functional and well-stocked.
[0018] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that promotes literacy and learning by providing easy access to books for all age groups, including children and adults.
[0019] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that acts as a social hub, bringing neighbors together and fostering friendships and shared interests through reading.
[0020] Next, embodiments of the present application may provide a communal book exchange system that does not require an internet access or digital literacy, ensuring inclusivity for all community members.
[0021] These and other advantages will be apparent from the present application of the embodiments described herein.
[0022] The preceding is a simplified summary to provide an understanding of some embodiments of the present invention. This summary is neither an extensive nor exhaustive overview of the present invention and its various embodiments. The summary presents selected concepts of the embodiments of the present invention in a simplified form as an introduction to the more detailed description presented below. As will be appreciated, other embodiments of the present invention are possible utilizing, alone or in combination, one or more of the features set forth above or described in detail below.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0023] The above and still further features and advantages of embodiments of the present invention will become apparent upon consideration of the following detailed description of embodiments thereof, especially when taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, and wherein:
[0024] FIG. 1A illustrates a block diagram of an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0025] FIG. 1B illustrates a user interface of the Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0026] FIG. 1C illustrates a user interface of the Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0027] FIG. 1D illustrates a user interface of the Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system, according to an embodiment of the present invention;
[0028] FIG. 2 illustrates a block diagram of a control unit of the Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system, according to an embodiment of the present invention; and
[0029] FIG. 3 depicts a flowchart of a method for executing book exchange using an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0030] The headings used herein are for organizational purposes only and are not meant to be used to limit the scope of the description or the claims. As used throughout this application, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e., meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense (i.e., meaning must). Similarly, the words “include”, “including”, and “includes” mean including but not limited to. To facilitate understanding, like reference numerals have been used, where possible, to designate like elements common to the figures. Optional portions of the figures may be illustrated using dashed or dotted lines, unless the context of usage indicates otherwise.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0031] 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 scope of the invention as defined in the claims.
[0032] 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.
[0033] 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.
[0034] FIG. 1A illustrates a block diagram of an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system 100 (hereinafter referred to as the system 100), according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the system 100 may be adapted to enable an exchange of books among users. The system 100 may further be adapted to maintain a log of books being stored and a log of books lent out to the user. The system 100 may also be adapted to enable the user to deposit the books, that may further be lent out to the other users.
[0035] According to embodiments of the present invention, the books managed by the system 100 may be, but not limited to, a novel, an academic book, an encyclopedia, a dictionary, a kids' book, a cook book, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the books that may be managed by the system 100, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0036] According to embodiments of the present invention, the system 100 may be installed in locations such as, but not limited to, a library, a school, a university, a community center, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any location for installation of the system 100, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0037] According to embodiments of the present invention, the system 100 may comprise a book box 102. The book box 102 may be adapted to accommodate the books. The book box 102 may comprise shelves and/or partitions for segregation and management of the books. The book box 102 may further be installed on a wall, in an embodiment of the present invention. In another embodiment of the present invention, the book box 102 may comprise stands that may enable a placement of the book box 102 on a surface of the book box 102.
[0038] According to embodiments of the present invention, the book box 102 may be constructed of any material such as, but not limited to, a metallic material, a wooden material, a plastic material, and so forth. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the book box 102 may constructed of a sturdy material to withstand conditions such as rain, wind, sunlight, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any material for construction of the book box 102, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0039] According to embodiments of the present invention, the book box 102 may comprise non-limiting components, such as, compartments 104a-104n (hereinafter referred to as the ‘compartments 104’ or ‘compartments 104’), a detection unit 106, a control unit 108, and a communication unit 110.
[0040] In an embodiment of the present invention, the compartments 104 may be adapted to store books accommodated in the book box 102. The compartments 104 may segregate the stored books based on factors such as, but not limited to, a title, an author, a genre, a publication house, a rating, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any factors for segregation of the books using the compartments 104, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0041] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the book box 102 may be accessible by the user using an access pass. The access pass may be, a physical card having an identity code, a biometric code (such as fingerprint, iris scan, facial recognition, or voice recognition), a community code, a smart card, a radio-frequency identification (RFID) tag, a near-field communication (NFC) token, a QR code or barcode, a password or PIN, a digital key stored in a mobile application, a magnetic stripe card, a proximity card, a hardware security token, and so forth.
[0042] In such an embodiment of the present invention, the book box 102 may be provided with an interface (not shown) for validating the access pass. If the access pass is incorrect, the system 100 may not grant access to the book box 102 and may instead display an error message or transmit an alert on an associated display (not shown), according to the embodiments of the present invention. In some embodiments of the present invention, the system 100 may activate a security protocol such as, but not limited to, sending a notification or alert to an administrator, logging the failed access attempt for audit purposes, temporarily locking the system 100 after a predefined number of failed attempts, provide an option for the user to reset or recover access credentials through a secure method, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any security protocols the book box 102, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0043] In another embodiment of the present invention, the book box 102 may be accessible by the user without any access pass. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any provision for accessing the book box 102, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0044] In an embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may be installed in the compartments 104. In an embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may comprise sensors that may be installed in each of the compartments 104 of the book box 102. In another embodiment of the present invention, a singularity of the detection unit 106 may be installed for all of the compartments 104. In an embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may be adapted to detect factors corresponding to the books stored in the compartments 104.
[0045] In an embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may capture an image of the cover of the books. The detection unit 106 may scan the captured image to deduce the factors corresponding to the books. In another embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may scan an information-embedded code such as, but not limited to, a bar code, a Quick Response code, an International Standard Book Number (ISNB) code, and so forth. The detection unit 106 may further interpolate the information embedded code for deducing the factors corresponding to the books. In yet another embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may comprise data storage tags such as, but not limited to, a Near Field Communication (NFC) tag, a Radio Frequency Identifier (RFID) tag, and so forth, pasted on the books. The detection unit 106 may further interpolate the information stored in the data storage tags for deducing the factors corresponding to the books.
[0046] In an embodiment of the present invention, the detection unit 106 may be, but not limited to, a camera, a bar code scanner, the Near Field Communication (NFC) tag, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the detection unit 106, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0047] In an embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 108 may be connected to the detection unit 106. The control unit 108 may be adapted to communicate with the control unit 108. The control unit 108 may be configured to receive the factors corresponding to the books from the detection unit 106. The control unit 108 may further be configured to store the received factor in an Internet of Things (IoT) enabled cloud-based storage service. The control unit 108 may further be configured to execute computer-executable instructions to generate an output relating to the system 100.
[0048] According to embodiments of the present invention, the control unit 108 may be, but not limited to, a Programmable Logic Control (PLC) unit, a microprocessor, a development board, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the control unit 108 including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies. In an embodiment of the present invention, the control unit 108 may further be explained in conjunction with FIG. 2.
[0049] In an embodiment of the present invention, the communication unit 110 may be adapted to establish a communicative link between the control unit 108 and the Internet of Things (IoT) enabled cloud-based storage service. According to embodiments of the present invention, the communication unit 110 may be, but not limited to a wired communication network, a wireless communication network, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the communication unit 110, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0050] According to embodiments of the present invention, the wired communication network may be enabled by means such as, but not limited to, a twisted pair cable, a co-axial cable, an Ethernet cable, a modem, a router, a switch, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the means that may enable the wired communication network, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0051] According to embodiments of the present invention, the wireless communication network may be enabled by means such as, but not limited to, a Wi-Fi communication module, a Bluetooth communication module, a millimeter waves communication module, an Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) communication module, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the means that may enable the wireless communication network, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0052] In an embodiment of the present invention, the Internet of Things (IoT) enabled cloud-based storage service may be a server 112. In an embodiment of the present invention, the server 112 may be adapted to store the factors corresponding to the books, detected and interpolated by the detection unit 106 and the control unit 108, and transmitted by the communication unit 110. In an embodiment of the present invention, the server 112 may be a physical device that may be stored locally. In another embodiment of the present invention, the server 112 may be a virtual service that may be rented out as a Software as a Service (SAAS) package.
[0053] According to embodiments of the present invention, the server 112 may be for example, but not limited to, a distributed server, a personal server, an end-user server, a commercial server, a Structured Query Language (SQL) server, a non-Structured Query Language (SQL) server, an operational server, a relational server, an object-oriented server, a graph server, and so forth. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the server 112 may be a cloud server. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the server 112 including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0054] Further, the server 112 may be a part of the cloud-based storage service, in an embodiment of the present invention. In an exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the cloud server may be a public cloud server. In another exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the cloud server may be a private cloud server. In yet another embodiment of the present invention, the cloud server may be a dedicated cloud server.
[0055] According to embodiments of the present invention, the cloud-based storage service maybe, but not limited to, a Microsoft Azure cloud-based storage service, an Amazon AWS cloud-based storage service, a Google Compute Engine (GCE) cloud-based storage service, an Amazon Elastic Compute Cloud (EC2) cloud-based storage service, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the cloud-based storage service including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0056] In an embodiment of the present invention, a user device 114 may be an electronic device that may be used by the user. The user device 114 may be adapted to display and enable the user to view the factors corresponding to the books stored in the server 112. The user device 114 may be connected to the server 112 via the communication unit 110. The user device 114 may be, but not limited to, a personal computer, a desktop, a laptop, a tablet, a mobile phone, a notebook, a netbook, a smartphone, a wearable device, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any type of the user device 114 including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0057] According to an embodiment of the present invention, the user device 114 may comprise software applications such as, but not limited to, an internet browser, a Personal Document Reader (PDR) application, a translation application, a dictionary application, and the like. In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the user device 114 may comprise a computing application 116 which may be a computer-readable program installed in the user device 114 for executing functions associated with the system 100. The computing application 116 may further comprise a user interface 118
[0058] In an embodiment of the present invention, the user interface 118 of the user device 114 may provide a human-machine communicable interface. The user interface 118 may enable the user to interact with the user device 114, in an embodiment of the present invention.
[0059] In an embodiment of the present invention, the user interface 118 of the user device 114 may be a Graphical User Interface (GUI), the Graphical User Interface (GUI) may project the factors corresponding to the books in a graphical representation. According to embodiments of the present invention, the graphical representation may include elements such as, but not limited to, tables, graphs, charts, bullet points, animations, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any graphical elements that may be utilized for information projection relating to the factors corresponding to the books, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies. In another embodiment of the present invention, the user interface 118 of the user device 114 may be a Command Line Interface (CLI). The Command Line Interface (CLI) may project the factors corresponding to the books in a textual and numerical format.
[0060] FIG. 1B illustrates the user interface 118 of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The user interface 118 may enable the user to log in to the system 100. Upon logging in, the user interface 118 may display top books 120a-120n.
[0061] FIG. 1C illustrates the user interface 118 of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The user interface 118 may further provide a search box 122. The search box 122 may enable the user to request a textual query search for searching of the factors stored in the server 112. The textual query search may virtually search and browse the books stored in the book box 102. After execution of the textual query search, the user interface 118 may return results 124a-124n corresponding to the textual query search.
[0062] In the returned results 124a-124n, the user interface 118 may be configured to enable the user to mark a corresponding book(s) as ‘taken’, after the user takes the corresponding book(s) from the book box 102. Further, the user interface 118 may be configured to enable the user to mark a corresponding book(s) as ‘available’, after the user returns the corresponding book(s) into the book box 102.
[0063] FIG. 1D illustrates the user interface 118 of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. In an embodiment of the present invention, the user interface 118 may provide a leave-a-book form 126. The user may fill the form 126 with corresponding details before supplying a new book or returning the corresponding book(s) to the book box 102.
[0064] According to embodiments of the present invention, fields in the form 126 may be, but not limited to, a book title, an author, a category, a rating, a description, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any fields in the form 126 that may be filled by the user, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0065] FIG. 2 illustrates a block diagram of the control unit 108 of the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention. The control unit 108 may comprise the computer-executable instructions in form of programming modules such as a data receiving module 200, a data transmission module 202, and a data display module 204.
[0066] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data receiving module 200 may be adapted to receive the detect factors corresponding to the books from the detection unit 106. The data receiving module 200 may further be adapted to transmit the detected factors to the data transmission module 202.
[0067] The data transmission module 202 may be adapted to be activated upon receipt of the factors from the data receiving module 200. In an embodiment of the present invention, the data transmission module 202 may be adapted to encapsulate the received factors in form of a data packet. The data transmission module 202 may be adapted to transmit the data packets comprising the received factors to the server 112. The data transmission module 202 may further be adapted to enable the server 112 decapsulate the data packet. Upon decapsulation of the data packets, the data transmission module 202 may be configured to enable the storage of the factors in the server 112.
[0068] After storage of the factors in the server 112, the data transmission module 202 may be adapted to transmit a display signal to the data display module 204.
[0069] The data display module 204 may be adapted to be activated upon receipt of the display signal from the data transmission module 202. In an embodiment of the present invention, the data display module 204 may be configured to display the factors, stored in the server 112, on the computing application 116 installed in the user device 114.
[0070] In an embodiment of the present invention, the data display module 204 may be configured to initiate a display using the Graphical User Interface (GUI). The Graphical User Interface (GUI) may display the factors on the computing application 116 using elements such as, but not limited to, tables, graphs, charts, bullet points, animations, and so forth. Embodiments of the present invention are intended to include or otherwise cover any elements of the Graphical User Interface (GUI) that may provision the display of the factors, stored in the server 112, on the computing application 116, including known, related art, and/or later developed technologies.
[0071] In another embodiment of the present invention, the data display module 204 may be configured to initiate a display using the Command Line Interface (CLI). The Command Line Interface (CLI) may display the factors on the computing application 116 using textual and numerical format.
[0072] FIG. 3 depicts a flowchart of a method 300 for executing the book exchange using the system 100, according to an embodiment of the present invention.
[0073] At step 302, the system 100 may enable storage of the books into the compartments 104 of the book box 102.
[0074] At step 304, the system 100 may detect factors corresponding to the books stored in the compartment of the book box 102 using the detection unit 106.
[0075] At step 306, the system 100 may receive the detected factors from the detection unit 106.
[0076] At step 308, the system 100 may transmit and store the received factors in the server 112 through the communication unit 110.
[0077] At step 310, the system 100 may display the factors, stored in the server 112, on the computing application 116 installed in the user device 114.
[0078] While the invention has been described in connection with what is presently considered to be the most practical and various embodiments, it is to be understood that the invention is not to be limited to the disclosed embodiments, but on the contrary, is intended to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements included within the scope of the appended claims.
[0079] This written description uses examples to disclose the invention, including the best mode, and also to enable any person skilled in the art to practice the invention, including making and using any devices or systems and performing any incorporated methods. The patentable scope of the invention is defined in the claims and may include other examples that occur to those skilled in the art. Such other examples are intended to be within the scope of the claims if they have structural elements that do not differ from the literal language of the claims, or if they include equivalent structural elements within substantial differences from the literal languages of the claims. , Claims:CLAIMS
I/We Claim:
1. An Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system (100), the system (100) comprising:
a book box (102) adapted to accommodate books, the book box (102) comprising:
compartments (104a-104n) adapted to store books, wherein the books stored in the compartments (104a-104n) are segregated based on factors selected from, a title, an author, a genre, a publication house, a rating, or a combination thereof;
a detection unit (106), installed in the compartments (104a-104n), adapted to detect the factors corresponding to the books stored in the compartments (104a-104n);
a control unit (108) communicatively connected to the detection unit (106), characterized in that the control unit (108) is configured to:
receive the detected factors from the detection unit (106);
transmit and store the received factors in a server (112) through a communication unit (110); and
display the factors, stored in the server (112), on a computing application (116) installed in a user device (114).
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the detection unit (106) is selected from a camera, a bar code scanner, a Near Field Communication (NFC) tag, or a combination thereof.
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the book box (102) is accessible by the user using an access pass.
4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the computing application (116) is configured to enable the user to mark a corresponding book(s) as ‘taken’ after the user takes the corresponding book(s) from the book box (102).
5. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the computing application (116) is configured to enable the user to mark a corresponding book(s) as ‘available’ after the user returns the corresponding book(s) to the book box (102).
6. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the computing application (116) is configured to enable the user to virtually search and browse the books stored in the book box (102).
7. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user device (114) is connected to the server (112) via the communication unit (110).
8. A method (300) for executing book exchange using an Internet of Things (IoT) based communal book exchange system (100), the method is characterized by steps of:
storing books into compartments (104a-104n) of a book box (102);
detecting factors corresponding to the books stored in the compartment of the book box (102) using a detection unit (106);
receiving the detected factors from the detection unit (106);
transmitting and storing the received factors in a server (112) through a communication unit (110); and
displaying the factors, stored in the server (112), on a computing application (116) installed in a user device (114).
9. The method (300) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the detection unit (106) is selected from a camera, a bar code scanner, a Near Field Communication (NFC) tag, or a combination thereof.
10. The method (300) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the book box (102) is accessible by the user using an access pass.
Date: December 23, 2024
Place: Noida

Nainsi Rastogi
Patent Agent (IN/PA-2372)
Agent for the Applicant