Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a growth management system for creeper fruit plants that promotes healthy growth of creeper plants by maintaining precise stem alignment and ensuring structural stability throughout different stages of plant development for minimizing the risk of stem damage or misalignment, improving plant posture, and supporting optimal nutrient flow and sunlight exposure for enhanced agricultural productivity and plant health.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Creeper fruit plants, such as gourds, melons, and beans, require proper structural support and growth management to ensure healthy development, optimal yield, and ease of maintenance. These plants are highly prone to stem misalignment, ground rot, and damage due to environmental stress like wind, rain, and fluctuating soil conditions. Traditional methods of supporting creeper plants, such as manual trellising and alignment using fixed wires or poles, are labour-intensive, inconsistent, and ineffective in adapting to changing growth needs or environmental factors. Furthermore, challenges such as inefficient pollination, irregular irrigation, inadequate nutrient management, and difficulty in harvesting or trimming often reduce crop quality and productivity. Therefore, a growth management system is essential for improving efficiency, sustainability, and yield in creeper fruit cultivation.

[0003] Existing devices for creeper plant support include traditional trellis systems, netting structures, and simple vertical or horizontal frameworks used to guide plant growth. Some advanced setups incorporate basic irrigation timers, manual pollination aids, or greenhouse covers. However, these systems are largely manual, lack automation, and do not adapt to varying soil or environmental conditions. They often require constant human intervention for alignment, trimming, and maintenance, leading to increased labor costs and inconsistent results. Additionally, they do not monitor soil health, fail to automate pollination or fertilization, and cannot protect plants dynamically against sudden weather changes. These limitations reduce overall efficiency, crop yield, and sustainability, highlighting the need for an integrated and automated growth management system for creeper plants.

[0004] US20150000190A1 discloses a controlled environment agricultural system having a self-regulating grow module that automatically waters the plant without over-watering or under-watering. The system may further comprise a self-regulating lift mechanism with an optic sensor, the lift mechanism capable of raising, lowering, and rotating each grow module independently of any other grow module, to monitor and provide individual attention to individual plants within a crop in order to maximize growth and plant yield.

[0005] WO2006130028A1 consists of two horizontal load-bearing beams: top one and bottom one, made from a tube or a rod, mounted on a wall or other support structure, e.g. on a ceiling or a floor, by means of brackets, with steel cables stretched between the beams, on which rods are mounted, the rods being attached to the load-bearing cables by means of fasteners; the cable is secured and its length and tension are adjusted in such a way that in beam, the cable is secured by threading cable tipped with element which increases its diameter through a hole in the beam or the cable is joined to beam by means of an additional intermediate element consisting of part which holds the beam and part which fixes the position of the cable, whereas in bottom beam, the cable is secured by means of adjusting element set directly in a hole in the beam or in an additional intermediate element consisting of part which holds the beam and part which fixes the position of cable via element; the cable is preadjusted by fixing it in adjusting element by clamping the cable in a proper position with screw and finally adjusted by means of nut.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems and devices are available in the market for supporting creep plants. However, the cited inventions lack to provide a fully automated, integrated solution that adapts to real-time environmental and soil conditions, supports plant alignment, automates critical tasks like pollination and harvesting, and promotes sustainable growth for enhanced productivity and reduced manual intervention.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that requires to be capable of automatically managing creeper plant growth by providing dynamic support, environmental protection, intelligent irrigation, real-time soil and plant health monitoring, waste recycling into fertilizer, and precise harvesting for ensuring improved output, reduced labor, and sustainable farming in diverse agricultural conditions.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] An object of the present invention is to provide a system that ensures healthy creeper plant growth by maintaining accurate stem alignment and structural stability during various stages of plant development.

[0009] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that allows efficient monitoring and automatic adjustment of plant support and protection mechanisms in response to varying soil and environmental conditions.

[0010] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a system that recycles plant waste into organic fertilizer and applies it directly to the soil to improve nutrient management and support sustainable farming.

[0011] 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

[0012] The present invention relates to a growth management system for creeper fruit plants that ensures healthy growth of creeper plants by maintaining accurate stem alignment and structural stability during various stages of development, while also allowing efficient monitoring and automatic adjustment of plant support and protection based on changing soil and environmental conditions to enhance overall plant health, stability, and adaptability in diverse farming environments.

[0013] According to an aspect of the present invention, a growth management system for creeper fruit plants, includes a frame having a plurality of extendable bars interconnected via a supporting bar positioned over an agricultural field, equipped with motorized clippers for stem support, conical plates connected through a pushing arrangement including a motor, servo horn, linkage arm, sliding block, and pusher element to ensure secure soil attachment, further enhanced by a depth sensor and a pressure sensor for adaptive control, each bar features a wire supporting assembly with rollers, RPM sensor, tension sensor ensuring optimal stem alignment, a weather and environmental monitoring module integrated with temperature, humidity, wind, and rain sensor linked to a cloud-based forecasting module to trigger a protective covering module consisting of a motorized roller, retractable fabric cover, and articulated arms with an IMU and tilt sensor for orientation control, a pollination module with brush assembly mounted on extendable rods and integrated proximity, pressure, and weight sensor to perform targeted pollen transfer, a cutting unit including an imaging camera, motorized blade on extendable arm, and grabber unit for harvesting and trimming creeper fruits and stems, a soil monitoring module embedded with pH sensor, moisture sensor, NPK sensor, and soil tensiometer for real-time soil data acquisition, and a decomposition unit comprising a mixing reservoir, stirrer, water chamber with level sensor, chemical container with weight sensor, and a collapsible conduit with nozzle to process and dispense organic fertilizer from trimmed stems, all integrated to optimize plant support, protection, pollination, harvesting, soil management, and nutrient recycling in creeper crop cultivation.

[0014] 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

[0015] 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 an isometric view of a growth management system for creeper fruit plants; and
Figure 2 illustrates an isometric view of a protective covering module.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0016] 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.

[0017] 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.

[0018] 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.

[0019] The present invention relates to a growth management system for creeper fruit plants that ensures healthy creeper plant growth by maintaining accurate stem alignment and structural stability during various stages of plant development and recycles plant waste into organic fertilizer and applies it directly to the soil to enhance nutrient management and promote sustainable agricultural practices.

[0020] Referring to Figure 1 and 2, an isometric view of a growth management system for creeper fruit plants and an isometric view of a protective covering module 108 associated with the system is illustrated, respectively, comprising a frame 101 having a plurality of extendable bars 102 positioned over an agricultural field, a plurality of motorized clippers 103 equipped with the bars 102, a conical plate 104 connected with each extendable bar 102 via a pushing arrangement 105, a wire supporting assembly 106 mounted on each bar 102, includes multiple wires tensioned between rollers 107 and fixed ends, a protective covering module 108 mounted on both sides of the frame 101, a pollination module mounted on the frame 101 and includes, a brush assembly 109 attached to extendable rods 110 via rotatable joints 111, an imaging camera 112 mounted on the bars 102, a motorized blade 113 mounted on an extendable arm 114, a storage chamber 115 installed at the base of the frame 101, a mixing reservoir 116 connected to a water chamber 117 and chemical container 118 and a stirrer 119 integrated within the reservoir 116, a collapsible conduit 120 with a nozzle 121, a retractable fabric cover 201 mounted on a motorized roller 202, a pair of articulated arms 203 operatively connected between the roller 202 and the frame 101.

[0021] The system disclosed in the present invention comprises a frame 101 that forms the structural base and is configured to be positioned over an agricultural field. The frame 101 includes a plurality of extendable bars 102, each adjustably attached to one another via a central supporting bar. This frame 101 work is designed to accommodate a range of creeper plant types and support varying plant sizes and growing directions through its adjustable and extendable nature. The robust construction of the frame 101 enables stable support in outdoor conditions.

[0022] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, a user-interface inbuilt in a computing unit wirelessly linked with the system is accessed by a user to provide input commands regarding monitoring the growth of the fruit plants. The user interacts with the interface through a touch screen, keyboard, or other input methods available on the computing unit. The computing unit mentioned herein includes, but not limited to smartphone, laptop, tablet. The wireless communication between an inbuilt microcontroller of the system and the computing unit is achieved through a communication module.

[0023] The communication module mentioned herein includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module. The communication module used in the device is preferably the Wi-Fi module. The Wi-Fi module enables wireless communication by transmitting and receiving data over radio frequencies using IEEE 802.11 protocols. It connects to a network via an access point, converting digital data into radio signals. The module processes TCP/IP protocols for data exchange, interfaces with microcontrollers through UART/SPI, and ensures encrypted communication using WPA/WPA2 security standards for secure and efficient wireless connectivity.

[0024] Each extendable bar 102 is equipped with a plurality of motorized clippers 103, which are employed to secure, guide, and support the stem of creeper plants during different stages of growth. These clippers 103 are actuated using micro-motors, allowing them to adjust their grip according to plant thickness and reduce the risk of damage to the stems during expansion and contraction.

[0025] Based on the input commands, the microcontroller actuates the clipper to secure the plants. The clippers 103 operate as a mechanical gripping unit designed to hold and release objects with precision. The clippers 103 consist of two opposing jaws mounted on a hinged structure, driven by a bi-directional stepper motor. When the motor is actuated, the rotor moves incrementally under the influence of electromagnetic fields generated in the stator coils, producing precise jaw movement. The jaws open to position around the target object and close to apply uniform gripping force without slippage. The motor’s stepwise control ensures repeatable and accurate clamping.

[0026] To ensure firm anchoring of the frame 101 and bars 102 onto the soil, each extendable bar 102 is integrated with a conical plate 104. The conical plate 104 is coupled to a pushing arrangement 105 that is configured to drive the plate 104 into the soil, enabling the extendable bar 102 to achieve a secure attachment with the ground regardless of terrain variations.

[0027] The pushing arrangement 105 further includes a motor mounted on the frame 101, operatively connected to a servo horn, a linkage arm, and a sliding block. This linkage arm is pivotally connected at one end to the servo horn, and at the other end to the sliding block. The sliding block is disposed within a guiding channel that is formed within the supporting frame 101. A pusher element is connected to the sliding block, and the rotational motion of the motor is converted into a linear push to drive the conical plate 104 into the soil.

[0028] The motor used herein is preferably a stepper to provide motion to the conical plate 104. The stepper motor converts electrical pulses into precise mechanical movement. The stepper motor operates by energizing coils in a specific sequence, creating magnetic fields that move the rotor in fixed steps. Each pulse sent to the motor moves the rotor by a set angle, allowing for accurate control of position without feedback. The stepper motor operates in full-step, half-step, or micro stepping modes, depending on the required resolution.

[0029] A depth sensor and a pressure sensor is integrated into the plates 104 to detect real-time terrain conditions, such as soil hardness and elevation changes. The depth sensor used to monitor the penetration of the plate 104 into the soil works by emitting sound waves and measure the time taken by the echoes to return from the soil surface. These waves or beams bounce back after hitting the soil surface. This time is used to calculate the distance from the sensor to the soil surface. By knowing the distance from the sensor to the soil surface, the microcontroller infers the depth of the plates 104 below the surface.

[0030] The pressure sensor used here is a capacitive pressure sensor that works by measuring changes in capacitance. The pressure consists of two conductive members separated by a small gap. When pressure is applied, the gap between the member is changed, altering the capacitance. The sensor detects this change and converts it into an electrical signal that relates to the amount of pressure. This signal is then sent to the microcontroller to be processed to give a precise pressure reading.

[0031] Based on these readings, the microcontroller dynamically regulates the pushing arrangement 105 to adjust the insertion force and angle of the conical plate 104 to ensure maximum anchoring without damaging soil layers or roots.

[0032] A wire supporting assembly 106 is mounted in each of the bar 102 that helps to maintain proper alignment of creeper plant stems during different growth phases. The wire assemblies apply adjustable linear tension that allows creeper plants to grow in the desired direction, ensuring access to sunlight and reducing structural stress. Each supporting assembly 106 includes multiple wires tensioned between rollers 107 and fixed ends.

[0033] The motorized roller 107 consists of a DC motor that provides the power to wind and unwind the wire. The wire is wound around the shaft of the roller 107 that is connected to the motor through a drive assembly consisting of a series of spur gears connected to the rotating shaft of the motor to ensure the rotation of the shaft when the motor operates. One end of the wire is fixed to the shaft, while the other end is attached to the roller 107. When the roller 107 moves in a clockwise direction, the wire is winded over the roller 107 and when the roller 107 moves in an anti-clockwise direction, the wire starts unwinding from the free end.

[0034] The rollers 107 are equipped with RPM sensor, while the wires are embedded with tension sensor to maintain ideal wire alignment and prevent sagging or excessive tension, both of which harms growing plants. The RPM sensor herein works on a magnetic principle that uses a magneto resistive sensor to detect the rotational speed of the roller 107. A magnet is attached to the roller 107, and the RPM sensor is fixed nearby. As the magnet passes the sensor during each revolution, it generates a voltage pulse. The sensor counts the number of pulses over a specific time interval to determine the number of revolutions per minute (RPM). This information is sent to the microcontroller, which uses the received information to monitor speed as needed.

[0035] The tension sensor preferably works using strain gauge technology, where the sensor body deforms slightly under tension. This deformation changes the electrical resistance of the strain gauges, which is converted into an electrical signal proportional to the applied tension. The signal is then processed by a controller to determine real-time tension values.

[0036] The microcontroller compares the determined tension of the wire and the RPM of the roller 107 against a pre-fed threshold range saved in a database. In case, the determined tension and RPM exceeds/recedes the pre-fed pressure reading, the microcontroller the roller 107 to maintain an optimum tension in the wires.

[0037] A weather and environmental monitoring module is installed on the frame 101 to detect and respond to adverse environmental conditions such as temperature extremes, high humidity, rainfall, or strong winds. The weather and environmental monitoring module integrates sensors including a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, wind sensor, and rain sensor, and is connected to a cloud-based weather forecasting module that receives real-time updates on weather conditions.

[0038] The temperature sensor operates by using a temperature-sensitive element, such as Resistance Temperature Detector (RTD), which changes its electrical resistance with temperature variations. As the temperature rises or falls, the resistance of the element changes accordingly. This change in resistance is converted into an electrical signal by the sensor's circuitry, which then processes the signal to determine the temperature.

[0039] The humidity sensor measures humidity by using a hygroscopic conductive material, often a polymer, whose electrical resistance changes with moisture absorption. As humidity levels increase, the conductive material absorbs moisture, causing its resistance to decrease. The sensor measures these changes in resistance and converts them into an electrical signal that represents the relative humidity. The final signal is then sent to the microcontroller.

[0040] Then wind sensor, also known as an anemometer, measures wind speed and often direction. One common type uses rotating or propellers that spin when exposed to wind; the rotation speed is proportional to wind velocity and is converted into an electrical signal by a magnetic or optical sensor. The wind affects the travel time, allowing calculation of speed and direction. The sensor sends real-time data to the microcontroller.

[0041] The rain sensor detects rain by utilizing conductive plates 104 arranged in a gird. When the raindrops fall on the sensor, they create a conductive path between the plates 104 causing the change in electrical resistance. The change is detected by the sensor and converted into an electrical signal which is further translated to the microcontroller.

[0042] A protective covering module 108 is mounted on both the sides of the frame 101 to shield the creeper plants from detected environmental conditions. The protective covering module 108 consist of a retractable fabric cover 201 mounted over a motorized roller 202 to roll the fabric in or out as needed. Upon detection of unfavorable environmental conditions, the microcontroller actuates the roller 202 to unwind the fabric cover 201 to shield the creeper plants. The roller 202 works in the similar manner as mentioned above.

[0043] A pair of articulated arms 203 are operatively connected between the roller 202 and the frame 101 to extend or retract the fabric cover 201 to the desired position and angle, based on prevailing environmental conditions. The articulated arm 203 contains d several segments that are attached together by motorized joints also referred to as axes. Each joints of the segments contains a step motor that rotates and allows the articulated arm 203 to complete a specific motion to extend or retract the fabric cover 201.

[0044] A sensing suite is integrated into the protective module to control the orientation and coverage of the protective cover. The sensing suit includes an Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) sensor and a tilt sensor, configured to detect changes in angular displacement and orientation of the protective covering.

[0045] The tilt sensor used herein is preferably an angle sensor that works through a reflective surface placed on the fabric cover 201. An optical encoder consists of a light emitter and a detector. As the fabric cover 201 moves, the reflective surface alters the angle at which light reflects back to the detector. The encoder measures these changes in light patterns, converting them into electrical signals that represent the fabric cover’s angular position. The microcontroller processes these signals to determine the fabric cover’s exact alignment with the surface.

[0046] The Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU) consists of three main components:
accelerometers, gyroscopes, and magnetometers. Accelerometers measure linear
acceleration along different axes by detecting changes in capacitance or resistance
caused by a proof mass shifting under motion. Gyroscopes measure angular
velocity using Coriolis effect sensors, where vibrating elements deflect
proportionally to rotation. Magnetometers detect Earth’s magnetic field strength
and direction, acting as a digital compass to correct drift. These sensors generate
raw signals, which are processed by embedded electronics to compute orientation,
velocity, and position in real time, enabling accurate motion and stability
detection.

[0047] The sensing suite allow the microcontroller to make real-time adjustments during deployment to maintain maximum coverage efficiency and structural balance, thus providing optimal plant protection.

[0048] A pollination module is mounted on the frame 101 to improve efficiency and consistency of pollination. The pollination module includes a brush assembly 109 mounted on extendable rods 110 via rotatable joints 111, enabling flexible movement. The brush assembly 109 is configured to collect pollen during specific periods, typically during the night, and apply the collected pollen to receptive flower stigmas during the pollination phase. In case, the microcontroller detects that the plants require pollination, the microcontroller actuates the extendable rods 110 to position the brush assembly 109 in contact with the plant with high pollen.

[0049] In a preferred embodiment of the present invention, the extendable rods 110 are operated through a pneumatic unit. The pneumatic unit is operated by the microcontroller, such that the microcontroller actuates valve to allow passage of compressed air from the compressor within the cylinder from one end, the compressed air further develops pressure against the piston and results in pushing and extending the piston. The piston is connected with the rods 110 and due to applied pressure the rods 110 extends and similarly, the microcontroller retracts the rods 110 by pushing compressed air via the other end of the cylinder, by opening the corresponding valve resulting in retraction of the piston, and the retraction of the rods 110.

[0050] In another embodiment of the present invention, the extendable rods 110 are operated through a hydraulic actuator that is powered by a hydraulic unit. The hydraulic unit comprises of a hydraulic pump, a hydraulic reservoir, a hydraulic fluid, hydraulic valves, and hydraulic cylinders. The hydraulic actuator utilizes pressurized fluid supplied by the hydraulic unit to create strong linear force, which drives the extension and retraction of the rods 110. The microcontroller controls hydraulic valves to modulate fluid flow and pressure, ensuring controlled and stable movement of the rods 110.

[0051] As the brush assembly 109 makes contact with the flower, the microcontroller actuates the rotatable joints 111 to collect pollen. The rotatable joints 111 used herein are preferably ball and socket joint that allows for smooth, adjustable movement of the brush assembly 109 in various directions. The joint herein, has a ball-shaped part that fits into a cup-like socket. A motor controls this ball, making the ball to move around inside the socket. Actuators adjust the ball’s position to ensure that the ball moves accurately and flexibly, enabling accurate and controlled positioning of the brush assembly 109 in multiple directions.

[0052] Moreover, proximity sensor, pressure sensor, and weight sensor are integrated with the brush assembly 109 to monitor the relative position of the brush assembly 109 to the flower, ensuring optimal alignment and correct contact pressure for precise and gentle pollination.

[0053] The proximity sensor is activated by the microcontroller to detect the proximity of the flower and guide the rods 110 to position the brush assembly 109. The proximity sensor used herein is a capacitive proximity sensor that detects the presence or absence of the flower within its vicinity without physical contact. The proximity sensor detect changes in capacitance caused by the presence of an object near the sensor's surface. The proximity sensor operates by generating an electrostatic field from an electrode. When the flower comes in contact with this field, it alters the capacitance between the sensor and the flower due to differences in the dielectric constants of materials. The sensor detects the change in capacitance and determines the presence or absence of the flower.

[0054] Simultaneously, the weight sensor is activated to detect the amount of pollens collected by the brush assembly 109. The weight sensor comprises of a transducer and a strain gauge. The force applied on the sensor due to weight load leads to the deformation of the strain gauge. The deformations are measured and the transducer converts the force to the electrical resistance which is sent as an electrical output to the microcontroller. The sensor detects the weight and as the weight recedes a pre-defined threshold limit, the signal is sent to the microcontroller.

[0055] The pressure is used to detect the pressure applied by the brush assembly 109 on the flower to prevent damages caused to the flower due to high pressure applied. The pressure sensor used here is a capacitive pressure sensor that works by measuring changes in capacitance. The pressure consists of two conductive members separated by a small gap. When pressure is applied, the gap between the member is changed, altering the capacitance. The sensor detects this change and converts it into an electrical signal that relates to the amount of pressure. This signal is then sent to the microcontroller to be processed to give a precise pressure reading.

[0056] A cutting unit is installed on each bar 102 for harvesting and pruning operations. The cutting unit is made up of an imaging camera 112 to detect the ripeness of creeper fruits and evaluate stem health by capturing visual cues. The camera 112 comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images in vicinity of the frame 101 and the captured images are stored within a memory of the camera 112 in form of an optical data. The camera 112 also comprises of a processor that employ computer vision and deep learning protocols, including object detection, segmentation, and edge detection, such that the processor processes the optical data and extracts the required data from the captured images. The extracted data is further converted into digital pulses and bits and are further transmitted to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received data and evaluates the mature creeper fruit.

[0057] A motorized blade 113 is mounted on an extendable arm 114 to cut mature fruits or remove damaged stems that could hinder healthy plant development. Based on this data, the microcontroller actuates the extendable arm 114 to position the blade 113 in proximity of the mature fruit. The extendable arm 114 is operated by the pneumatic actuator that is powered by the pneumatic unit associated with the device. The extension/retraction of the arm 114 works in the similar manner as mentioned above.

[0058] The blade 113 is actuated by the microcontroller to cute the mature fruit upon making contact with the mature fruit. The blade 113 operates by using an electric motor to drive the blade 113 for cutting the mature fruit. When the blade 113 is actuated, electricity flows into the motor, which converts the electrical energy into rotational motion. The spinning motion of the motor is then transferred to the blade 113, causing the blade 113 to turn rapidly. As the blade 113 spins, the sharp edge slices through the stem of the mature fruit to cut the fruit.

[0059] A grabber unit is also installed with each bar 102 to securely pick up harvested fruits and transport them to a storage chamber 115 positioned at the base of the frame 101. Upon cutting the fruit, the microcontroller actuates the grabber to transfer the fruit. The motorized grabber unit uses actuators to open and close grabber unit jaws to allow the grabber unit to hold... The grabber unit is connected to a motor that generates motion which is transmitted to the linkages to move the grabber unit in the required manner. Likewise, the trimmed plant stems are transferred by the grabber unit into a decomposition unit for recycling.

[0060] A soil monitoring module is integrated with the soil-engaged conical plates 104. The soil monitoring module consists of various in-soil sensors such as a moisture sensor, pH sensor, NPK sensor, and a soil tensiometer to gather real-time data regarding water availability, soil nutrients, acidity/alkalinity, and tension.

[0061] The moisture sensor works by emitting near-infrared light towards the soil. As the NIR light penetrates the material, it interacts with water molecules, which absorb and reflect the light differently compared to dry soil. The sensor detects the reflected NIR light and measures variations in intensity and wavelength caused by the presence of moisture. These measurements are processed to determine the moisture content of the soil.

[0062] The pH sensor measures the hydrogen ion concentration in water to determine its pH level using two electrodes to create an electrical circuit. The sensing electrode contains a substance with a known electric potential which is inserted into the solution being tested. The measuring electrode is made of a pH-sensitive glass that reacts to the hydrogen ion concentration in the solution. The glass membrane's buffer solution allows hydrogen ions to enter the membrane, creating a voltage potential that is measured by the sensor to calculate the pH value.

[0063] The NPK sensor is designed to measure the concentration of essential soil nutrients: Nitrogen (N), Phosphorus (P), and Potassium (K). The NPK sensor preferably works using ion-selective electrodes or optical sensing technology. When the sensor is inserted into the soil, it detects specific ions related to each nutrient. In ion-selective types, different electrodes respond to specific nutrient ions, generating voltage signals proportional to ion concentration. In optical sensors, reflected light patterns from a light source (such as an LED) are analyzed to determine nutrient levels. The sensor sends real-time data to the microcontroller, helping optimize fertilization and improve crop yield.

[0064] This information is used to optimize irrigation and fertilization schedules through automated decision-making systems or manual intervention if needed.

[0065] A decomposition unit is located at one end of the bar 102 and receives the trimmed plant materials. The decomposition unit features a mixing reservoir 116 coupled to both a water chamber 117 and a chemical container 118 through conduits and control valves. The reservoir 116 is equipped with a stirrer 119, which processes the cut stems with water and selected chemicals to produce organic fertilizer.

[0066] A pump is integrated with the chamber 117 and the container 118 to dispense the required water and chemicals into the mixing reservoir 116. The pump works by converting mechanical energy into hydraulic energy to move water and chemicals from the chamber 117 and the container 118 to the reservoir 116. The pump consists of a motor or engine that drives an impeller, a rotating component inside the pump. As the impeller spins, it creates suction that draws water and chemicals into the pump and pushes the drawn water and chemicals out through the conduits.

[0067] This liquid fertilizer is then dispensed onto the nearby soil using a collapsible conduit 120 fitted with a nozzle 121. The nozzle 121 comprises of a gate and a magnetic coil which uses electricity from microcontroller to generate the force to control the opening/closing of gate to control the flow of fertile through a small aperture of the nozzle 121, allowing for precise control of the flow of the fertile on the soil.

[0068] A level sensor continuously monitors the water level in the chamber 117 in real time and sends an alert to the connected computing unit if the water level drops below a minimum threshold, prompting manual or automated refilling. The level sensor detects the level of water within chamber 117. The level sensor functions by detecting the level of a liquid within the chamber 117 using a floating. The sensor typically consists of a buoyant float that rises and falls with the liquid level. As the liquid level changes, the float moves within the chamber 117, altering its position relative to a stationary component. As the liquid level changes, the change in float's interaction with the sensor triggers an electrical signal that correlates to the liquid level. This signal is then transmitted to the microcontroller.

[0069] Likewise, a weight sensor integrated with the chemical container 118 measures the quantity of stored chemical and alerts the user when it approaches a predefined lower limit to ensure uninterrupted preparation and spraying of organic fertilizer. The weight sensor works in the similar manner as mentioned above.

[0070] The generated alerts are transmitted to the computing unit through a communication module linked with the microcontroller to establish wireless connection between the microcontroller and the computing unit. The communication module mentioned herein includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module. The communication module used in the device is preferably the Wi-Fi module. The Wi-Fi module enables wireless communication by transmitting and receiving data over radio frequencies using IEEE 802.11 protocols. It connects to a network via an access point, converting digital data into radio signals. The module processes TCP/IP protocols for data exchange, interfaces with microcontrollers through UART/SPI, and ensures encrypted communication using WPA/WPA2 security standards for secure and efficient wireless connectivity.

[0071] Moreover, a battery is associated with the device to supply power to electrically powered components which are employed herein. The battery is comprised of a pair of electrodes known as a cathode and an anode. A voltage is generated between the anode and cathode via oxidation/reduction and thus produces the electrical energy to provide to the device.

[0072] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the frame 101 with the plurality of extendable bars 102 is positioned over the agricultural field, where each bar 102 is joined via the supporting bar. The bars 102 are secured to the field using the conical plate 104 driven into the soil through the pushing arrangement 105, which includes the motor connected to the servo horn, linkage arm, sliding block, and pusher element, translating rotational motion into linear displacement based on inputs from the depth sensor and the pressure sensor. The motorized clippers 103 mounted on the bars 102 hold and support the creeper stems as they grow, while the wire supporting assembly 106 with tensioned wires, RPM sensor, and tension sensor maintains ideal stem alignment. The weather and environmental monitoring module, using various sensor and cloud-based forecasting, detects adverse weather and actuates the protective covering module 108, deploying the retractable fabric cover 201 via motorized rollers 107 and articulated arms 203; its orientation is dynamically adjusted using the IMU sensor and tilt sensor. The pollination module collects and applies pollen using the brush assembly 109 supported by rotatable joints 111, monitored for proximity, pressure, and weight. The cutting unit, guided by the imaging camera 112, performs harvesting via the motorized blade 113 and grabber unit. Trimmed parts are processed into organic fertilizer in the decomposition unit, enhanced with soil data from the soil monitoring module.

[0073] 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 growth management system for creeper fruit plants, comprising:

i) a frame 101 having a plurality of extendable bars 102 attached with each other via a supporting bar, adapted to be positioned over an agricultural field;
ii) a plurality of motorized clippers 103 equipped with the bars 102 to secure and support a stem of a creeper plant during growth;
iii) a conical plate 104 connected with each extendable bar 102 via a pushing arrangement 105, the pushing arrangement 105 configured to insert the plate 104 into the soil for secure attachment of the bar 102 with the soil;
iv) a wire supporting assembly 106 mounted on each bar 102, the supporting assembly 106 configured to maintain proper stem alignment by applying adjustable tension;
v) a weather and environmental monitoring module installed on the frame 101, configured to detect adverse environmental conditions including temperature extremes, humidity levels, wind speed, and rainfall;
vi) a protective covering module 108 mounted on both sides of the frame 101, configured to shield the creeper plants from detected adverse environmental conditions;
vii) a pollination module mounted on the frame 101 and including:
a. a brush assembly 109 attached to extendable rods 110 via rotatable joints 111, configured to collect pollen during the night and apply the pollen to receptive flower stigmas during the pollination phase; and
b. a proximity, pressure, and weight sensor integrated with the brush assembly 109 to monitor proper alignment and apply the correct pressure for accurate pollination.
viii) a cutting unit installed with each bar 102, including:
a. an imaging camera 112 to detect mature creeper fruit and assess stem health; and
b. a motorized blade 113 mounted on an extendable arm 114, configured to harvest mature creeper fruit produce and trim excess or damaged creeper plants stem to promote healthy growth.
ix) a soil monitoring module integrated with the plate 104, comprising a moisture sensor, pH sensor, NPK sensor, and soil tensiometer, to detect water levels, nutrient content, and soil tension for optimized irrigation and fertilization;
x) a decomposition unit located at one end of the bar 102, comprising:

a. a mixing reservoir 116 connected to a water chamber 117 and chemical container 118 to receive water and chemicals through conduits and valves, where the cut stems are transferred into the reservoir 116; and
b. a stirrer 119 integrated within the reservoir 116 to process the cut stems into organic fertilizer, which is dispensed through a collapsible conduit 120 with a nozzle 121 onto the surrounding soil for nutrient enrichment.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a grabber unit is installed with each bar 102, configured to transport harvested fruits into a storage chamber 115 installed at the base of the frame 101 and transfer trimmed creeper plant stems into the decomposition unit.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pushing arrangement 105 includes a motor mounted on the frame 101 and operatively connected to a servo horn, a linkage arm pivotally connected at one end to the servo horn and at the other end to a sliding block, the sliding block being disposed within a guiding channel formed in the support frame 101 and a pusher element connected to the sliding block, where rotational motion from the servo motor is translated into linear displacement of the pusher element via the linkage arm and sliding block to adjust the position of the conical plate 104 with respect to soil surface conditions.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a depth sensor and a pressure sensor integrated with the plate 104 to detect soil hardness and terrain conditions and accordingly regulates the pushing arrangement 105.

5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the wire supporting assembly 106 includes multiple wires tensioned between rollers 107 and fixed ends, each roller 107 being equipped with an RPM sensor and each wire with a tension sensor to maintain proper stem alignment.

6) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the protective covering module 108 comprises a retractable fabric cover 201 mounted on a motorized roller 202, the roller 202 configured to roll in or roll out the fabric cover 201 as required, a pair of articulated arms 203 operatively connected between the roller 202 and the frame 101, the articulated arms 203 extends or retracts the fabric cover 201 to a desired angle and position based on environmental conditions, where the protective covering module 108 dynamically adjusts position and deployment to shield the creeper plant from excess sunlight, rain, or high winds to shield the creeper plant.

7) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a sensing suite is integrated with the protective covering module 108 and includes an IMU sensor and a tilt sensor, configured to detect angular displacement, orientation, and to adjust the deployment angle and coverage area of the protective covering module 108 to maintain optimal protection of the creeper plant.

8) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein the weather and environmental monitoring module includes a temperature sensor, humidity sensor, wind sensor, and rain sensor, the weather and environmental monitoring module being operatively linked to a cloud-based weather forecasting module to provide alerts and activate protective covering module 108 and adjust irrigation or pollination schedules.

9) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a weight sensor is integrated with the container 118 to continuously monitor the accumulated weight of chemical and trigger an alert to a user over a computing unit when the stored weight recedes a predefined limit to refill the container 118.

10) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a level sensor is integrated with the water chamber 117 to detect the water level in real time, and configured to send a signal to the user over the computing unit when the water level falls below a minimum threshold, thereby prompting timely refilling to ensure uninterrupted irrigation and nutrient spraying.