Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to industrial diagnostics and structural health monitoring, particularly relating to the use of nano capsule-based sensor systems integrated with artificial intelligence for the internal inspection and real-time monitoring of tanks, pipelines, and enclosed industrial structures.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Nowadays, structural integrity and health are essential for safe and effective operations in a variety of industries, including oil and gas, chemical processing, and manufacturing. However, traditional methods of monitoring usually depend on manual inspections, which are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and prone to human mistakes. Furthermore, these methods only provide an overview of the current state, making it impossible to identify prospective problems before they turn into costly failures. To solve this issue a system of Nanocapsule can be used integrated with a variety and sensors and camera modules to continuously monitor the health of the interior of structure.
EP1885231B1 A capsule type micro-robot moving system moves on an organ's wall covered with mucilage at a high speed. The present invention provides a capsule type micro-robot moving system, which is structured such that a head is formed in a semi-spherical shape and the outer surface of the capsule is coated with an anti-adhesion coating agent for reducing friction against organs during the movement, particularly, is structured to move as long as a linear stroke corresponding to the distance between the driving part and the inner cylinder in the state that the limbs folded in and unfolded out of the capsule completely contact and stick to the walls of the organs, resulting in providing the reliability and moving more rapidly.
RESEARCH GAP: This Nanocapsule technology can be used in industries for structural health monitoring by integrating it with carious sensors and camera modules. The data collected by the system can be sent to the cloud for future analysis.
CN111839431A The invention provides a wireless capsule robot system and a control method in the technical field of medical detection equipment, wherein the system comprises: a capsule robot; the permanent magnet ring is arranged on the outer side of the capsule robot; a computer; the driving device is connected with the computer and drives the capsule robot to move through the permanent magnet ring; one end of the first wireless communication module is connected with the computer, and the other end of the first wireless communication module is connected with the capsule robot; and the wireless alternating electromagnetic tracking device is connected with the computer and is electromagnetically coupled with the capsule robot. The invention has the advantages that: the precision of capsule robot position tracking and position appearance control and system stability have greatly been promoted.
RESEARCH GAP: This Nanocapsule technology can be used in industries for structural health monitoring by integrating it with carious sensors and camera modules.The data collected by the system can be sent to the cloud for future analysis.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed. This invention relates to Development of a Smart Nanocapsule Monitoring System for Industrial Tanks and Structures.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
In this Invention we have discussed a system capable of analysing and monitoring the health of the inside id industrial tanks and structures by the help of a Nanocapsule based system consisting of a sensor array along with advance AI algorithms and different modules such as camera module (101), thermal module (102) and infrared sensor module (103).
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
Figure 1. Nanocapsule system for Structural Health Monitoring
Figure 2. Flow Of Data in the Nanocapsule System
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
In this Invention we have discussed a system capable of analysing and monitoring the health of the inside id industrial tanks and structures by the help of a Nanocapsule based system consisting of a sensor array along with advance AI algorithms and different modules such as camera module (101), thermal module (102) and infrared sensor module (103).
The Nanocapsule monitoring system begins with the installation of Nanocapsules within the target structure. These Nanocapsules are designed to provide complete monitoring capabilities, using a variety of sensors including laser sensors (106), ultrasonic sensors (104), hygrosensors (107), pressure sensors (105), cameras (101), and thermal module (102) and infrared modules (103).
The laser sensors (106) are used for surface scanning, which detects any anomalies or damage to the tank or structure surface. Internal health analysis is performed using ultrasonic sensors (104), which provide information about structural integrity and detect anomalies such as cracks or corrosion within the material by analyzing the intensity and time taken by the ultrasonic wave to hit the internal surface and come back. Hygrosensors ( 107) analyze both moisture levels and air temperature. Pressure sensors (105) are used to measure the pressure inside the tank, which provides important information about the structure's stability and function. Furthermore, camera modules (101) embedded in the Nanocapsules collect photos of their surroundings, allowing for visual inspection and documenting of any evident problems. Thermal module (102) and infrared modules (103) offer thermal imaging capabilities, allowing the detection of hotspots, temperature fluctuations, and potential abnormalities in temperature in the monitored area.
The Nanocapsule monitoring system uses a Wi-Fi module (108) to wirelessly communicate processed data to the control center (109). After receiving the transmitted data, the control center (109) does a detailed examination to get a thorough understanding of the general health and status of the monitored tank or structure. This study uses a variety of methodologies, including comparing current data to historical data, performing trend analysis, and applying complex AI algorithms for anomaly detection. Using these analytical methods, the control center can effectively identify any deviations or irregularities in the monitored parameters, allowing for timely and informed decision-making. This proactive approach to data analysis guarantees that any concerns are identified early on, reducing risks, and improving the operation of the monitored tanks or structures.
Whenever such anomalies are detected, the control center (109) generates alert notifications, which are immediately transmitted to the designated individuals in charge of monitoring and managing the tanks or structures. When an alert is received, the designated staff can take appropriate action, such as conducting more inspections, scheduling maintenance activities, or activating emergency procedures as needed. Additionally, all collected data, including sensor readings, alarms, and actions taken, is saved on a cloud server (110) for future reference and analysis. This historical data is an invaluable resource for finding patterns, refining maintenance techniques, and optimizing the overall performance of the monitored tanks or structures, assuring their long-term safety and operating efficiency.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
• The system continuously monitors the health and condition of tanks and structures, allowing for early detection of any abnormalities or potential problems.
• Storing data in the cloud enables organizations to track trends, detect patterns, and make informed decisions about maintenance tactics and resource allocation.
• The system incorporates a notification alert system that notifies selected personnel as soon as a departure from expected values is discovered which reduces the risk of major failures and minimizes the impact on operations.
• By continuously monitoring numerous data, the system can detect possible problems before they become major, allowing maintenance professionals to take proactive steps to avert breakdowns and extend the life of tanks and structures.
• Implementing this approach can result in significant cost savings by reducing unplanned downtime, lowering the need for emergency repairs, and improving maintenance schedules.

, Claims:1. A Nanocapsule monitoring system for monitoring the internal health of industrial tanks or enclosed structures, comprising: camera module (101), thermal module (102), infrared sensor module (103), laser sensors (106), ultrasonic sensors (104), hygrosensors (107), pressure sensors (105) and cloud server.
2. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the system transmits collected and pre-processed data wirelessly via a Wi-Fi module (108) to a control center (109).
3. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the control center (109) generates alert notifications, which are immediately transmitted to the designated individuals in charge of monitoring and managing the tanks or structures.
4. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the Internal health analysis is performed using ultrasonic sensors (104), which provide information about structural integrity and detect anomalies such as cracks or corrosion within the material by analyzing the intensity and time taken by the ultrasonic wave to hit the internal surface and come back.
5. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the camera modules (101) embedded in the Nanocapsules collect photos of their surroundings, allowing for visual inspection and documenting of any evident problems.
6. The system as claimed as claim 1, wherein the thermal module (102) and infrared modules (103) offer thermal imaging capabilities, allowing the detection of hotspots, temperature fluctuations, and potential abnormalities in temperature in the monitored area.