1. An animal recognition and occupant safety system comprising: a. A rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera 101 in conjunction with an infrared sensor and an ultrasonic sensor is mounted on an open top vehicle via a universal joint 102 to detect occupants of the jeep and different animals during a wildlife safari; b. A protective net 104 arrangement, the arrangement includes a spherical scissor assembly 103 adapted with a protective net 104; c. A vibration unit 105 is attached to the net 104 to vibrate the net 104; d. A weight sensor is integrated into the vehicle’s chassis, providing a continuous and accurate measurement of the overall load placed upon the vehicle; e. A first vertical expandable rod 106 is attached to the top of the vehicle via finger coupling assembly 107 to hold a holographic projector 108; f. A noise mitigation arrangement to protect animals from noise created due to safari vehicle and occupants, the arrangement includes a pair of second expandable rods 109, each second rod connected to a mechanical sleeve, the sleeves integrated on sides of the vehicle, and a roller 110 attached to a proximal end of each second rod, the roller 110 rolled with noise suppression sheets 111; g. A speaker module 112 is integrated with the vehicle to deliver audible information to the occupants of the vehicle; h. A microphone 113 is integrated into the system to detect the vehicle’s and occupants sound and noise level and to analyze questions asked by the occupants; i. An ECU disabling module operatively coupled to the ECU of the vehicle engine to temporarily disable the engine; j. a (global positioning system) GPS module installed in the vehicle to determine the vehicle's current location in real-time; k. An IoT module is integrated in the vehicle to transmit sensory data to Kubernetes hosted server; and l. A processing module embedded with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) protocols, is integrated in the vehicle, wherein the processing module is operatively coupled to the mechanical and electronic components of the vehicle.

2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein as the occupants sit in the vehicle at the start of the safari, the AI camera 101 detects whether the occupants are using the seatbelt and upon detection of non-usage, the occupants are notified through the speaker and if still seat belts are not used the ECU disabling module ensures that the engine of the vehicle is disabled temporarily until compliance of the occupants of using the seat belts, post compliance, the AI camera 101 rotates to detect an approaching animal and the infrared sensor is configured to detect an animal in low light and the ultrasonic sensor detects obstacles in the path of the vehicle for navigation.

3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein upon detection of an animal coming close to the vehicle and on determination of fright on the occupants face by the AI camera 101, the processing module activates the spherical scissor arrangement to deploy the protective net 104 around the vehicle, the processing module also activates the vibrating unit to deter the approaching animal and if the AI camera 101 detects that the animal is not withdrawing, the intensity of the vibrations is increased.

4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein if the weight sensor detects weight of the vehicle exceeding a pre-defined threshold, the occupants are notified through the speaker to reduce the weight of the vehicle and if the occupants fail to comply with the notification, the ECU module temporarily disable the engine of the vehicle until compliance with weight reduction notification.

5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein upon determination of type of approaching animal by the AI camera 101, the processing module activates the projector 108 to display information pertaining to the detected species of the animal, to the occupants of the vehicle.

6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein if the AI camera 101 detects that the animal is getting irritated/disturbed by the engine noise of the vehicle or sounds generated by the occupants, the processing module activates both the second rods and the mechanical sleeves rotate the rods from one side of the vehicle to the other end and as the second rods are deployed, the roller 110 activate to unroll the noise mitigation sheets 111 that are secured by electromagnets to form a noise mitigation enclosure around the vehicle, multiple iris holes in the sheets 111 enable breathing for the occupants post deployment of the sheets 111.

7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the speaker delivers various important details, including timely safety warnings, real-time status updates, details about identified animals and critical instructions necessary for effective and secure operation during the wildlife safari.

8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein upon receiving a request through the microphone 113 indicating that an occupant is experiencing a situation requiring emergency assistance, the integrated GPS module is activated for transmitting the precise geographical location of the vehicle to a pre-authorized server, thereby ensuring rapid dispatch and arrival of necessary support or rescue personnel, the GPS module is also configured to indicate presence of dangerous animals in an area posing a potential attack risk, the system takes immediate action and the processing module activates deployment of protective net 104 as a pre-emptive measure.

9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the server is connected to a database configured for storing information regarding the vehicle and each safari expedition.

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an animal recognition and occupant safety system that ensures the safety of both occupants and animals during wildlife safaris by detecting seatbelt usage and animal proximity, and automatically disabling the vehicle's engine if the seatbelt is not worn.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The need for animal recognition and occupant safety arises from the increasing concerns about the well-being of both humans and animals in various environments. As urbanization and technological advancements continue, the risk of accidents involving animals and humans in spaces like vehicles, homes, and workplaces grows. For animals, especially pets, there is a need to identify their presence in potentially dangerous situations to prevent harm or injury. Similarly, occupant safety is crucial to protect individuals from accidents, emergencies, or environmental hazards within their living or working spaces. As more environments become automated and interconnected, the ability to monitor and respond to the presence of animals and ensure the safety of occupants is vital to creating secure, hazard-free spaces for both humans and animals.

[0003] Traditional methods for animal recognition and occupant safety rely on basic motion detectors, manual monitoring, or simple surveillance cameras. These methods require human oversight to interpret footage or data, which introduces the potential for errors, oversight, or delayed reactions. For example, motion sensors or cameras are not able to distinguish between different types of movement such as animals versus human occupants resulting in false alarms or missed detections. In many cases, security personnel or building managers must manually review security footage, which is both time-consuming and inefficient, especially in large or complex environments. Additionally, older methods lack the capability for real-time decision-making or automated responses to detected threats, making it harder to address safety risks quickly.

[0004] US20150123816A1 relates to a driving condition monitoring system and method includes animal detecting components that detect presence of an animal, each located in a stationary mounting structure in a vicinity of the travel surface and apart from the travel surface, and a vehicle detecting sensor coupled to each animal detecting component and that is activated to detect the presence of a vehicle within a set distance therefrom only when the animal detecting component coupled to the vehicle detecting sensor detects the presence of an animal in the vicinity of the animal detecting component. A communication system is coupled to each animal detecting component and communicates directly to the vehicle or occupant thereof, the detected presence of an animal in the vicinity of the animal detecting component when the vehicle detecting sensor coupled to the animal detecting component detects the presence of a vehicle within the set distance from the vehicle detecting sensor.

[0005] US2025242658A1 relates to a vehicle monitoring system is capable of recognizing unattended people and/or animals in a vehicle and sending alerts from the vehicle responsive to environmental conditions within the vehicle. The system is optionally trained to distinguish between adults and people that may not be able to get out of the vehicle on their own, e.g., children or non-ambulatory adults. The vehicle monitoring system is optionally configured to operate within a self-driving car.

[0006] Conventionally, many systems are available in the market that helps in animal recognition and occupant safety. However, the systems mentioned in the prior arts are lacks in detecting animals near the vehicle for ensuring both occupant and animal safety. In addition, the mentioned systems are also incapable of reducing the impact of vehicle noise on surrounding wildlife for minimizing disruption to animals and enhancing their natural behavior during a safari.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a system that is capable of providing real-time information on detected animals enhancing the educational experience of the occupants while ensuring timely emergency responses when necessary. In addition, the developed system also needs to be capable of reducing the impact of vehicle noise on surrounding wildlife for minimizing disruption to animals and enhancing their natural behavior during a safari.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of ensuring the safety of occupants during wildlife safaris by detecting seatbelt usage and automatically disabling the vehicle's engine if the seatbelt is not worn.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of detecting animals near the vehicle for ensuring both occupant and animal safety.

[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of reducing the impact of vehicle noise on surrounding wildlife for minimizing disruption to animals and enhancing their natural behavior during a safari.

[0012] Yet, another object of the present invention is to develop a system that is capable of providing real-time information on detected animals enhancing the educational experience of the occupants while ensuring timely emergency responses when necessary.

[0013] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0014] The present invention relates to an animal recognition and occupant safety system that reduces the impact of vehicle noise on wildlife, minimizing disruption and promoting natural animal behavior, while also providing real-time animal information to enhance the educational experience of occupants and ensuring timely emergency responses when needed.

[0015] According to an aspect of the present invention, an animal recognition and occupant safety system comprises of a rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera in conjunction with an infrared sensor and an ultrasonic sensor is mounted on an open top vehicle via a universal joint to detect occupants of the jeep and different animals during a wildlife safari, a protective net arrangement includes a spherical scissor assembly adapted with a protective net, a vibration unit is attached to the net to vibrate the net, a weight sensor is integrated into the vehicle’s chassis, providing a continuous and accurate measurement of the overall load placed upon the vehicle, a first vertical expandable rod is attached to the top of the vehicle via finger coupling assembly to hold a holographic projector.

[0016] According to another aspect of the present invention, the system further comprises of a noise mitigation arrangement to protect animals from noise created due to safari vehicle and occupants includes a pair of second expandable rods, each second rod connected to a mechanical sleeve, the sleeves integrated on sides of the vehicle, and a roller attached to a proximal end of each second rod, the rollers rolled with noise suppression sheets, a speaker module is integrated with the vehicle to deliver audible information to the occupants of the vehicle, a microphone is integrated into the system to detect the vehicle’s and occupants sound and noise level and to analyze questions asked by the occupants, an ECU disabling module operatively coupled to the ECU of the vehicle engine to temporarily disable the engine, a (global positioning system) GPS module installed in the vehicle to determine the vehicle's current location in real-time.

[0017] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of an animal recognition and occupant safety system.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0019] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0020] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having” and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0021] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0022] The present invention relates to an animal recognition and occupant safety system that ensures occupant safety during wildlife safaris by detecting seatbelt usage and automatically disabling the vehicle's engine if the seatbelt is not worn, while also reducing the impact of vehicle noise on surrounding wildlife to minimize disruption and promote natural animal behavior.

[0023] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an animal recognition and occupant safety system is illustrated, comprising a rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera 101 is mounted on an open top vehicle via a universal joint 102, a protective net arrangement includes a spherical scissor assembly 103 adapted with a protective net 104, a vibration unit 105 is attached to the net 104, a first vertical expandable rod 106 is attached to the top of the vehicle via finger coupling assembly 107 to hold a holographic projector 108, a noise mitigation arrangement includes a pair of second expandable rods 109 integrated on sides of the vehicle, and a roller 110 attached to a proximal end of each second rod with noise suppression sheets 111, a speaker module 112 is integrated with the vehicle and a microphone 113 is integrated into the vehicle.

[0024] The system discloses herein includes a rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera 101, along with an infrared sensor and an ultrasonic sensor mounted on an open-top vehicle via a universal joint 102 to enhance safety and navigation during wildlife safaris. The universal joint 102, also known as a U-joint allows the rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera 101, infrared sensor, and ultrasonic sensor to maintain their functionality while being mounted on the vehicle. The joint allows the sensors to rotate or tilt in multiple directions, giving the camera 101 and sensors the ability to track objects such as occupants and approaching animals, or detect obstacles in the vehicle’s path. The motion provided by the universal joint 102 ensures that the AI camera 101 dynamically adjust its field of view to monitor the environment continuously, irrespective of the vehicle’s movement. For example, when the vehicle turns, the universal joint 102 compensates for the change in orientation, allowing the AI camera 101 to maintain its intended line of sight and continue monitoring the seatbelt usage, animal presence, or potential obstacles.

[0025] At the start of the safari, the AI camera 101 checks whether the vehicle occupants are wearing seatbelts. The AI camera 101 comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the occupants, and the captured images are stored within memory of the camera 101 in form of an optical data. The camera 101 also comprises of a processor that is integrated with artificial intelligence protocols, 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 a processing module.

[0026] If seatbelt usage is not detected, the processing module notifies the occupants through the vehicle's speaker module 112. The speaker module 112 used herein is capable of producing clear and natural sound and is capable of adjusting its volume based on ambient noise levels. The speaker module 112 consists of audio information, which is in the form of recorded voice, synthesized voice, or other sounds, generated or stored as digital data. The digital audio data is converted into analog electrical signals. Further the analog signal is amplified by an amplifier and the amplified electrical audio signal is then sent to a diaphragm, which is typically made of a lightweight and rigid material like paper, plastic, or metal, and is designed to vibrate or move back and forth when electrical signals are fed to it. This movement creates pressure variations in the surrounding air, generating sound waves in order to generate the audible sound for notifying the occupant regarding seatbelt usage. The speaker module 112 also delivers various important details, including timely safety warnings, real-time status updates, details about identified animals and critical instructions necessary for effective and secure operation during the wildlife safari.

[0027] An ECU disabling module operatively coupled to the ECU of the vehicle engine to temporarily disable the engine. If compliance is still not achieved, the ECU (Electronic Control Unit) disables the vehicle’s engine temporarily until the occupants fasten their seatbelts. The ECU temporarily disables the vehicle’s engine by interrupting the ignition or activating the engine immobilizer, preventing the vehicle from moving. This action ensures that the vehicle cannot proceed until the occupants have fastened their seatbelts. Once the ECU detects that the seatbelts are secured, through the AI camera 101, it sends a signal to reactivate the engine, allowing the vehicle to operate normally.

[0028] Once seatbelt compliance is confirmed, the AI camera 101 rotates to monitor for approaching wildlife. The infrared sensor detects animals in low light conditions, while the ultrasonic sensor helps navigate obstacles in the vehicle's path, ensuring safe movement during the safari. The infrared sensor works by detecting the heat emitted by objects, such as animals, in its environment, particularly in low light conditions. The infrared sensor detects infrared radiation, which is emitted by warm objects like animals, even in total darkness. The infrared sensor continuously scans the surrounding area for temperature differences, specifically looking for the heat signatures of animals. When an animal, which typically has a higher body temperature than the surrounding environment, enters the sensor’s detection range, the sensor identifies it as an object of interest and alerts the processing module. This allows the AI camera 101 to track the animal, even in dim or night-time conditions, enhancing the safety of the safari by ensuring that animals are detected early enough to avoid collisions or encounters.

[0029] The ultrasonic sensor, on the other hand, works by emitting high-frequency sound waves and measuring the time it takes for the sound to bounce back after hitting an obstacle. These sound waves travel through the air and reflect off objects in the vehicle’s path, such as trees, rocks, or other obstructions. By calculating the time delay between sending the sound waves and receiving the echo, the ultrasonic sensor precisely determines the distance to the obstacle. The ultrasonic sensor is particularly useful in detecting objects that is too close to the vehicle to be seen by the AI camera 101, ensuring smooth navigation through the rugged, unpredictable terrain of the safari environment.

[0030] A protective net arrangement includes a spherical scissor assembly 103 to deploy a protective net 104 around the vehicle when needed. Upon detecting an animal approaching the vehicle, the processing module also monitors the facial expressions of the occupants using the AI camera 101 to assess whether they are frightened. If the AI camera 101 determines that the occupants are frightened, the processing module is triggered to activate the spherical scissor assembly 103, deploying the protective net 104 to form a barrier between the occupants and the approaching animal.

[0031] The spherical scissor assembly 103 consists of multiple articulated, scissor-like arms arranged in a compact configuration around the perimeter of the vehicle. The arms are spring-loaded and connected in a way that allows them to expand outward in a spherical or semi-spherical pattern, similar to how a set of scissors opens when force is applied. When activated, the processing module sends a signal to release the locking arrangement holding the assembly in place, and the scissor arms extend outward, rapidly forming a protective shell or barrier around the vehicle. As the arms extend, they simultaneously deploy the protective net 104 that is attached to the arms at key points. The net 104 is made from a durable, high-tensile strength material such as Kevlar or Dyneema, which is both lightweight and extremely resistant to tearing. These materials are chosen for their strength and ability to withstand the pressure or impact of an approaching animal without breaking or sagging.

[0032] Additionally, the processing module activates a vibrating unit attached to the net 104 to vibrate the net 104 for deterring the animal. When activated by the processing module, the vibrating unit sends a series of rapid, high-frequency vibrations through the net 104, which are transmitted across its surface. The vibration motors or actuators embedded in the net 104 generate controlled mechanical oscillations, causing the entire net 104 to shake or vibrate. The vibrations are designed to mimic a deterrent signal that animals find uncomfortable or unsettling, effectively encouraging them to retreat. The vibrations vary in frequency and intensity depending on the specific characteristics of the animal, such as its size or proximity to the vehicle. For example, the vibration unit 105 produce a low-frequency, intense vibration for larger animals or high-frequency, sharp pulses for smaller animals, depending on the need. If the AI camera 101 detects that the animal is not retreating despite the vibrations, the processing module automatically increase the intensity of the vibrations. This escalation helps to reinforce the deterrent effect, making the net 104 vibrations more pronounced and uncomfortable for the animal, encouraging it to move away from the vehicle.

[0033] A weight sensor is integrated into the vehicle's chassis, continuously monitoring the overall load applied to the vehicle. The weight sensor uses strain gauges or load cells to measure the force being applied to the vehicle’s frame. When weight is added to the vehicle, it causes slight deformations in the chassis or load-bearing components. These deformations are detected by the strain gauges, which measure the change in resistance caused by the physical strain. This data is then converted into an electrical signal that corresponds to the amount of weight placed on the vehicle. The sensor continuously monitors these signals, and if the weight sensor detects that the total weight exceeds a pre-defined threshold whether due to excess cargo, passengers, or equipment the processing module triggers a notification to the occupants through the vehicle’s speaker module 112, instructing them to reduce the weight. If the occupants do not comply with the notification and fail to reduce the weight, the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) is activated. The ECU temporarily disables the engine, preventing the vehicle from operating until the weight is brought below the acceptable limit, ensuring that the vehicle operates within safe weight parameters.

[0034] A first vertical expandable rod 106 is mounted on top of the vehicle using a finger coupling assembly 107 and is designed to hold a holographic projector 108. When the AI camera 101 detects an approaching animal and determines its species, the processing module is triggered to activate the holographic projector 108. The projector 108 then displays detailed information about the detected species such as its name, characteristics, habitat, and behavior directly to the occupants of the vehicle, enriching their safari experience with educational content. The first vertical expandable rod 106 functions by allowing controlled vertical extension and retraction, providing the flexibility to adjust the height of the holographic projector 108 as needed. The expansion of the rod relies on a telescoping design, similar to a collapsible pole or antenna. This design consists of multiple concentric, sliding sections that extend and lock into place when needed. The finger coupling assembly 107 engages to secure the base of the rod to the vehicle. The telescoping sections slide smoothly, one inside the other, and are locked into place by internal locking pins, ensuring the rod remains in position at the desired height. The expandable rod is specifically designed to maintain its stability even when extended. The rod holds the holographic projector 108 securely, ensuring that the projector 108 remains fixed and oriented correctly to display its projection above the vehicle.

[0035] The finger coupling assembly 107 securely attaches the vertical rod holding the projector 108 to the vehicle while allowing for easy adjustments. The "finger" refers to the small, flexible mechanical joints that engage with one another to provide a secure yet adaptable connection. This design enables the rod to extend or retract vertically as needed, without compromising its stability or positioning. The finger coupling assembly 107 ensures that the rod holding the projector 108 stays securely in place, allowing the holographic projector 108 to remain fixed and properly oriented to project images over the vehicle’s roof.

[0036] The holographic projector 108 generates 3D visual projections that can be seen clearly by the vehicle’s occupants. The holographic projector 108 uses laser light or LED-based technique combined with mirrors and lenses to create the holographic display. Once the processing module receives data from the AI camera 101 identifying the approaching animal, it activates the projector 108. The projector 108 then generates a dynamic, three-dimensional display above the vehicle, showcasing the animal's species, physical traits, and interesting facts. This projection is viewable from the vehicle’s interior, allowing the occupants to interact with the wildlife information in an engaging way.

[0037] A noise mitigation arrangement to protect animals from the disruptive sounds created by the safari vehicle and its occupants. The noise mitigation arrangement comprises a pair of second expandable rods 109, each connected to a mechanical sleeve mounted on the sides of the vehicle. The second expandable rods 109 are designed with a telescoping structure, meaning they consist of multiple nested sections that extend and retract smoothly. Each rod is connected to a mechanical sleeve mounted on the sides of the vehicle, which guides the movement of the rod as it extends or retracts. When the processing module detects that an animal is disturbed by the vehicle's noise, the arrangement activates the second rods. The mechanical sleeves rotate to allow the rods to extend outward from one side of the vehicle to the other. As the rods extend, they gradually unfold along the vehicle’s length, from the front to the rear, creating a support structure for the noise suppression sheets 111. The rods are designed to maintain their stability and rigidity once extended, ensuring that they provide a solid framework to hold the sheets 111 in place securely.

[0038] The expandable nature of the rods means is adjusted to varying lengths depending on the need for coverage. The rods extend outward to form a complete enclosure, helping to shield the vehicle's engine noise and occupant sounds from the surrounding environment. Once fully extended, the rods hold the rollers 110 and sheets 111 in position, ensuring that the entire perimeter of the vehicle is enclosed in the noise mitigation material. At the proximal end of each expandable second rod is the roller 110. Each roller 110 is tightly wound with a noise suppression sheet, which is typically made of materials designed to absorb and dampen sound, such as foam or acoustic fabric. As the second rods extend from one side of the vehicle to the other, the mechanical sleeves rotate and guide the rods into position. The roller 110 then begin to rotate, unrolling the noise suppression sheets 111 that are securely wound around them. This unrolling process is smooth and controlled, ensuring that the sheets 111 deploy evenly and quickly across the vehicle's sides. The noise suppression sheets 111 are fastened to the vehicle's frame using electromagnets along the edges. These magnets provide a strong but easily disengaged bond, ensuring that the sheets 111 remain securely in place during operation, but is also retracted easily when not needed.

[0039] As the roller 110 unroll the sheets 111 and the expandable rods extend, the noise suppression sheets 111 are gradually unfurled to form an enclosure around the vehicle. This creates a physical barrier that helps to absorb the sound from the engine and from inside the vehicle, where occupants might be talking or making other noises. The sheets 111 dampen the sound waves, significantly reducing their transmission to the outside environment, particularly toward nearby animals. The noise suppression sheets 111 are designed with multiple iris holes strategically placed throughout the material. These holes allow for sufficient ventilation, ensuring that the vehicle occupants breathe comfortably while still providing effective noise suppression. This ensures that the animals are protected from disturbing noises without compromising the occupants' comfort.

[0040] A microphone 113 is integrated into the system to monitor the sound and noise levels from both the vehicle and its occupants, as well as to analyze any questions or queries posed by the occupants. The microphone 113 receives the occupants voice commands and converts the sound energy emitted by the occupants into electrical energy. Inside the microphone 113, a diaphragm made of plastic is present that moves back and forth when the sound wave hits the diaphragm, which then moves a coil attached to the diaphragm in the same way in order to generate an electrical signal proportional to the sound. The electric signal from coil flows to an amplifier which amplifies the electrical signal. The amplified electrical signal is then sent to the processing module linked to the microphone 113.

[0041] A Global Positioning System (GPS) module is installed in the vehicle to continuously track and determine the vehicle’s real-time location. Upon receiving a request through the microphone 113, indicating that an occupant is experiencing an emergency situation, the integrated GPS module is activated to transmit the vehicle's precise geographic coordinates to a pre-authorized server. This allows for rapid dispatch and arrival of emergency or rescue personnel, ensuring timely assistance. In addition to aiding in emergency response, the GPS module is also configured to detect areas where dangerous animals are present, particularly those posing a potential risk of attack. When the processing module identifies such a threat, the GPS module works in conjunction with the AI camera 101 and other sensors to assess the animal’s proximity to the vehicle. The processing module, upon receiving this data, activates a series of preemptive safety measures, including the deployment of the protective net 104.

[0042] The GPS module functions by receiving signals from multiple satellites orbiting the Earth. The module uses a process called trilateration to calculate the vehicle’s precise location based on the time it takes for the signals to travel between the GPS satellites and the receiver in the vehicle. By triangulating these signals from at least three or four satellites, the GPS module determine the vehicle's latitude, longitude, and altitude with high accuracy. The GPS module continuously updates the vehicle’s location in real-time, feeding this information to the system. In the event of an emergency, such as when the microphone 113 detects that an occupant is requesting assistance, the GPS module transmits the exact coordinates to a central server or emergency response system. This allows first responders to pinpoint the vehicle's location quickly and accurately, ensuring that help is dispatched without delay. Additionally, the GPS module is programmed to detect specific geofenced areas or zones where dangerous animals are known to reside. If the vehicle enters such a zone, the processing module automatically triggers alerts to warn the occupants and initiates preventive actions, such as deploying the protective net 104.

[0043] An IoT (Internet of Things) module is integrated into the vehicle to transmit real-time sensory data to a server hosted on a Kubernetes platform. The IoT module collects various types of data from the vehicle's sensors, such as those monitoring the engine, weight, proximity to animals, and environmental conditions, and transmits this information over the internet to the Kubernetes-managed server for processing and analysis. The kubernetes is an open-source container orchestration platform designed to manage, scale, and automate the deployment of containerized applications. When the IoT module sends data to the server, it is received by Kubernetes, which runs the server in the form of containers. These containers are lightweight, portable units that package the application along with all its dependencies, making them ideal for managing real-time data from multiple sources.

[0044] The kubernetes efficiently manages these containers by distributing them across a cluster of servers, ensuring that the sensory data is processed, stored, and analyzed in a distributed and scalable manner. The kubernetes automatically scale the number of containers up or down depending on the volume of incoming data, ensuring that the system remains responsive, even as the amount of data increases. Additionally, Kubernetes handles load balancing, ensuring that no single server is overwhelmed, and maintains high availability by automatically recovering from failures. Once the data is processed by the server, Kubernetes allows to trigger real-time actions, such as alerting the occupants, deploying safety measures, or updating vehicle systems based on the data received. The platform also enables the integration of machine learning models or algorithms that analyze the data to predict animal behavior, monitor vehicle health, or provide other insights for enhanced safety and experience during the safari.

[0045] Further, the server is connected to a database specifically configured to store detailed information about the vehicle and each safari expedition. This database stores a variety of data, including the vehicle's operational status, sensor readings, GPS coordinates, and sensory data collected during the safari. The database also keeps records of each safari, such as the date, location, animal encounters, vehicle performance, and any safety measures or alerts triggered during the expedition. As the IoT module transmits sensory data to the server, this data is logged and stored in the database for historical reference, performance analysis, and future improvements. For instance, if an emergency occurs during a safari, the database is queried to retrieve past expedition data, providing valuable insights for improving safety protocols or optimizing vehicle performance. The database also ensures that all information is securely stored and backed up, providing a centralized location for all data related to the vehicle’s operations and the safari trips.

[0046] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera 101, infrared sensor, and ultrasonic sensor mounted on the vehicle via the universal joint 102, enabling dynamic tracking of occupants, animals, and obstacles during wildlife safaris. The universal joint 102 allows these components to rotate and tilt in multiple directions, ensuring continuous monitoring of seatbelt usage, animal presence, and obstacles, regardless of vehicle movement. The AI camera 101 captures images of occupants, processes them using AI protocols, and alerts occupants via the vehicle's speaker module 112 if seatbelt compliance is not detected. If compliance is not achieved, the ECU disabling module temporarily disables the engine to ensure safety. Once seatbelt compliance is confirmed, the processing module activates sensors to detect animals and obstacles, using the infrared sensor to track animals in low light and the ultrasonic sensor to detect nearby objects. The spherical scissor assembly 103 deploys the protective net 104 if animals approach or if occupants are frightened, with the vibrating unit added to deter animals. The weight sensor that monitors the vehicle's load and alerts occupants if the weight exceeds the threshold. The GPS module tracks the vehicle’s real-time location, aiding in emergency response and identifying dangerous animal zones. The IoT module transmits sensory data to the Kubernetes-managed server, where it is processed and analyzed to ensure smooth operation and enhanced safety during the safari.

[0047] 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. , C , Claims:1. An animal recognition and occupant safety system comprising:

a. A rotatable artificial intelligence (AI) camera 101 in conjunction with an infrared sensor and an ultrasonic sensor is mounted on an open top vehicle via a universal joint 102 to detect occupants of the jeep and different animals during a wildlife safari;
b. A protective net 104 arrangement, the arrangement includes a spherical scissor assembly 103 adapted with a protective net 104;
c. A vibration unit 105 is attached to the net 104 to vibrate the net 104;
d. A weight sensor is integrated into the vehicle’s chassis, providing a continuous and accurate measurement of the overall load placed upon the vehicle;
e. A first vertical expandable rod 106 is attached to the top of the vehicle via finger coupling assembly 107 to hold a holographic projector 108;
f. A noise mitigation arrangement to protect animals from noise created due to safari vehicle and occupants, the arrangement includes a pair of second expandable rods 109, each second rod connected to a mechanical sleeve, the sleeves integrated on sides of the vehicle, and a roller 110 attached to a proximal end of each second rod, the roller 110 rolled with noise suppression sheets 111;
g. A speaker module 112 is integrated with the vehicle to deliver audible information to the occupants of the vehicle;
h. A microphone 113 is integrated into the system to detect the vehicle’s and occupants sound and noise level and to analyze questions asked by the occupants;
i. An ECU disabling module operatively coupled to the ECU of the vehicle engine to temporarily disable the engine;
j. a (global positioning system) GPS module installed in the vehicle to determine the vehicle's current location in real-time;
k. An IoT module is integrated in the vehicle to transmit sensory data to Kubernetes hosted server; and
l. A processing module embedded with artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) protocols, is integrated in the vehicle,
wherein the processing module is operatively coupled to the mechanical and electronic components of the vehicle.

2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein as the occupants sit in the vehicle at the start of the safari, the AI camera 101 detects whether the occupants are using the seatbelt and upon detection of non-usage, the occupants are notified through the speaker and if still seat belts are not used the ECU disabling module ensures that the engine of the vehicle is disabled temporarily until compliance of the occupants of using the seat belts, post compliance, the AI camera 101 rotates to detect an approaching animal and the infrared sensor is configured to detect an animal in low light and the ultrasonic sensor detects obstacles in the path of the vehicle for navigation.

3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein upon detection of an animal coming close to the vehicle and on determination of fright on the occupants face by the AI camera 101, the processing module activates the spherical scissor arrangement to deploy the protective net 104 around the vehicle, the processing module also activates the vibrating unit to deter the approaching animal and if the AI camera 101 detects that the animal is not withdrawing, the intensity of the vibrations is increased.

4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein if the weight sensor detects weight of the vehicle exceeding a pre-defined threshold, the occupants are notified through the speaker to reduce the weight of the vehicle and if the occupants fail to comply with the notification, the ECU module temporarily disable the engine of the vehicle until compliance with weight reduction notification.

5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein upon determination of type of approaching animal by the AI camera 101, the processing module activates the projector 108 to display information pertaining to the detected species of the animal, to the occupants of the vehicle.

6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein if the AI camera 101 detects that the animal is getting irritated/disturbed by the engine noise of the vehicle or sounds generated by the occupants, the processing module activates both the second rods and the mechanical sleeves rotate the rods from one side of the vehicle to the other end and as the second rods are deployed, the roller 110 activate to unroll the noise mitigation sheets 111 that are secured by electromagnets to form a noise mitigation enclosure around the vehicle, multiple iris holes in the sheets 111 enable breathing for the occupants post deployment of the sheets 111.

7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the speaker delivers various important details, including timely safety warnings, real-time status updates, details about identified animals and critical instructions necessary for effective and secure operation during the wildlife safari.

8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein upon receiving a request through the microphone 113 indicating that an occupant is experiencing a situation requiring emergency assistance, the integrated GPS module is activated for transmitting the precise geographical location of the vehicle to a pre-authorized server, thereby ensuring rapid dispatch and arrival of necessary support or rescue personnel, the GPS module is also configured to indicate presence of dangerous animals in an area posing a potential attack risk, the system takes immediate action and the processing module activates deployment of protective net 104 as a pre-emptive measure.

9. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the server is connected to a database configured for storing information regarding the vehicle and each safari expedition.