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Waterbody Cleaning Device

Abstract: A waterbody cleaning device, comprises of a cuboidal housing 101 with multiple air cushion 102 to facilitate floating of the housing 101 on a waterbody, multiple propellers 104 for a locomotion of the housing 101, an imaging unit 111 for recording and processing images in vicinity of the housing 101 in synchronisation with a laser fluorosensor to detect an oil spill, the roller 108 to sequentially deploy the members 109 around the oil spill, multiple nozzles 115 dispense the zappers into the perimeter for absorption of the oil, a first conveyor belt 201 to collect waste floating over the waterbody for storing in a compartment 202, a pair of motorized rollers 301 having a spooled net 303 for fetching the waste into the housing 101, a second conveyor belt 116 with a drum 117 for collecting algal blooms, multiple iris holes 119 for draining water from the collected algal bloom.

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Application #
Filing Date
08 April 2025
Publication Number
19/2025
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Status
Email
Parent Application

Applicants

SR University
Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (PO), Warangal-506371, Telangana, India.

Inventors

1. Ankitha Irukulla
SR University, Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (PO), Warangal-506371, Telangana, India.
2. Patturi Ashritha
SR University, Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (PO), Warangal-506371, Telangana, India.
3. Lingampally Nandini
SR University, Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (PO), Warangal-506371, Telangana, India.
4. Bandapally Siddu
SR University, Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (PO), Warangal-506371, Telangana, India.
5. Bura Sairam
SR University, Ananthasagar, Hasanparthy (PO), Warangal-506371, Telangana, India.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a waterbody cleaning device that is capable of assisting the user in cleaning the waterbody by detecting the presence and dimension of the oil spill in the waterbody and taking the necessary steps for removing the oil spill for enhancing the water quality.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Cleaning water bodies is essential for maintaining environmental balance, protecting aquatic life, and ensuring clean water for human and animal use. Pollution from industrial waste, plastic, sewage, and chemicals leads to water contamination, harming marine ecosystems and posing health risks to communities that depend on these water sources. Clean water bodies help sustain biodiversity, support agriculture and fisheries, and prevent the spread of waterborne diseases. Additionally, restoring polluted water bodies enhances their aesthetic and recreational value, contributing to tourism and local economies. Regular cleaning and sustainable practices ensure the conservation of these vital resources for future generations.

[0003] Traditional methods of cleaning water bodies include manual removal of waste, de-silting, and dredging to clear accumulated debris. Bio-remediation using aquatic plants and microorganisms helps purify water naturally. Community-driven cleanup campaigns and rainwater harvesting prevent pollution. Traditional filtration methods like sand beds and charcoal filters improve water quality. Traditional water body cleaning methods have limitations, including being labor-intensive and time-consuming. Manual waste removal is inefficient for large-scale pollution. Bio-remediation takes time to show results and do not remove chemical contaminants. Sand and charcoal filtration methods are ineffective against modern industrial pollutants.

[0004] US20210269998A1 discloses a apparatus for removal of garbage from water comprises a garbage collecting system in a boat with at least one inlet to allow the liquid to flow into the garbage collecting system, a sump pump for pulling liquid into and through the garbage collecting system, and to an outlet of the system, and a collecting system to collect the garbage, wherein the sump pump pumps at such a speed to maintain the highest point on the bottom edge of the inlet at a level below the water line outside the body, and to maintain the water level within the body slightly below that of the water outside the body.

[0005] US8790518B2 discloses a process to implement and maintain large water bodies with color, transparency, and cleanness characteristics similar to swimming pools or tropical seas, at low cost. The present invention also discloses a structure to contain large water bodies, comprising a system for the removal of impurities and surface oils by means of skimmers and a suction device to clean said structure.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed for cleaning waterbody but they lack in detecting the presence and dimension of the oil spill in the waterbody for their removal. They also lack in detecting the presence of algal bloom and monitoring the weight of collected algal bloom for preventing the overflow of the algal bloom.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that requires to be capable of detecting presence and extent of the oil spill in the waterbody and taking the necessary steps for removing the oil spill and detecting the presence of algal bloom and taking the necessary steps for removing the algal bloom for preventing the harmful impact on aquatic ecosystems.

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 device that is capable of assisting the user in cleaning the waterbody by detecting the presence and dimension of the oil spill in the waterbody and taking the necessary steps for removing the oil spill for enhancing the water quality.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of detecting the presence of algal bloom and taking the necessary steps for removing the algal bloom for preventing the harmful impact on aquatic ecosystems.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of monitoring the weight of collected algal bloom and taking the necessary steps for preventing the overflow of the algal bloom upon detection of a threshold weight of the algal bloom.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to a waterbody cleaning device that is capable of detecting the presence of algal bloom and taking the necessary steps for removing the algal bloom for preventing the harmful impact on aquatic ecosystems.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a waterbody cleaning device, comprises of a cuboidal housing with a plurality of air cushion arranged underneath the housing connected with an inflation unit disposed on the housing to facilitate a floating of the housing on a waterbody, a plurality of propellers coupled underneath the housing for a locomotion of the housing on the waterbody, a telescopic frame configured with a plurality of hinges attached with a rear portion of the housing by means of ball and socket joints, a motorized roller mounted on the frame with a series of inflatable members coiled over the roller, where ends of the members connect with one another by means of magnets, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the housing and integrated with a processor for recording and processing images in a vicinity of the housing in synchronisation with a laser fluorosensor sensor embedded on the housing to detect an oil spill in the waterbody and dimensions of the oil spill to trigger a microcontroller to actuate the propellers to navigate the housing towards the oil spill, the roller to sequentially deploy the members around the oil spill in an interconnected manner to contain the oil spill with a perimeter created by the members, a plurality of chambers containing oil zappers coupled with the housing by means of linear actuators arranged over first sliding units attached with the housing where a plurality of nozzles mounted over each of the chambers dispense the zappers into the perimeter for absorption of the oil, the first sliding units and the linear actuators being actuated in accordance with the imaging unit and the laser fluorosensor, a first conveyor belt installed with the housing extending outwards to collect waste floating over the waterbody for storing in a compartment within the housing.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the device further comprises of a pair of motorized rollers installed with a lateral portion of the housing by means of a slider having a spooled net contained in the rollers to be deployed over larger waste not collected by the first conveyor belt, for fetching into the housing where the imaging unit in synchronisation with a LIDAR (light detection and ranging) sensor confirms a trapping of the waste in the net to actuate the rollers to coil the net to fetch the waste, a second conveyor belt attached with the housing in an articulated manner with a drum positioned at an end of the second conveyor belt by means of a telescopic support for collecting algal blooms in the drum, a plurality of iris holes embedded in the drum drain water from the collected algal bloom, the first conveyor belt is attached with the housing by means of the compartment joined with a telescopic rod coupled to a second sliding unit disposed vertically within the housing where the first conveyor belt is positioned inside the compartment and is extended by an extension of the rod, an adhesive material is applied over the first conveyor belt for an adherence of the waste with the first conveyor belt, a suction unit is installed within the compartment removes the waste from the conveyor belt, a fluorometer is mounted over the housing in synchronisation with the imaging unit detects algal bloom, a weight sensor is provided in the drum for detecting weight of collected algal bloom, a receptacle on the housing for transferring the algal bloom into the receptacle by an opening of a sliding door in the drum, a plurality of LEDs (light emitting diodes) to provide a visual warning and speaker disposed on the housing to impart an audio warning, a user interface adapted to be installed with a computing unit to enable the computing unit to connect with a communication unit linked with a microcontroller provided in the housing, to track a location of the housing as detected by a GPS (global positioning system) unit installed in the housing.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of a waterbody cleaning device;
Figure 2 illustrates an internal view of the waterbody cleaning device; and
Figure 3 illustrates a side view of the device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

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

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

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

[0021] The present invention relates to a waterbody cleaning device that is capable of monitoring the weight of collected algal bloom and taking the necessary steps for preventing the overflow of the algal bloom upon detection of a threshold weight of the algal bloom.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of a waterbody cleaning device is illustrated, comprising a cuboidal housing 101 with a plurality of air cushion 102 arranged underneath the housing 101, an inflation unit 103 disposed on the housing 101, a plurality of propellers 104 coupled underneath the housing 101, a telescopic frame 105 configured with a plurality of hinges 106 attached with a rear portion of the housing 101 by means of ball and socket joints 107, a motorized roller 108 mounted on the frame 105 with a series of inflatable members 109, ends of the members 109 connect with one another by means of magnets 110, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111 installed on the housing 101, a plurality of chambers 112 coupled with the housing 101 by means of linear actuators 113 arranged over first sliding units 114, a plurality of nozzles 115 mounted over each of the chambers 112, a second conveyor belt 116 attached with the housing 101, a drum 117 positioned at an end of the second conveyor belt 116 by means of a telescopic support 118, a plurality of iris holes 119 embedded in the drum 117, a receptacle 120 on the housing 101.

[0023] Referring to Figure 2, an internal view of the waterbody cleaning device is illustrated, comprising a first conveyor belt 201 installed with the housing 101, a compartment 202 within the housing 101, a telescopic rod 203 coupled to a second sliding unit 204, a suction unit 205 is installed within the compartment 202.

[0024] Referring to Figure 3, a side view of the device is illustrated, comprising a pair of motorized rollers 301 installed with a lateral portion of the housing 101 by means of a slider 302, a spooled net 303 contained in the rollers 301.

[0025] The device disclosed herein employs a cuboidal housing 101 with a plurality of air cushion 102 arranged underneath the housing 101, connected with an inflation unit 103 disposed on the housing 101 to facilitate a floating of the housing 101 on a waterbody. This housing 101 is typically constructed from material that include but not limited to high-strength materials such as reinforced steel or durable aluminum alloys, which provide a robust and resilient enclosure capable of withstanding physical impacts and environmental stressors. The air cushion 102 consists of multiple air cushions positioned underneath the housing 101, strategically placed to provide stable flotation. These cushions 102 are connected to an inflation unit 103 mounted on the housing 101, which supplies pressurized air to inflate them as needed. When the inflation unit 103 activates, it pumps air into the cushions 102, causing them to expand and create an evenly distributed force. This force counteracts the weight of the housing 101, enabling to float on the water's surface.

[0026] For activating the device, the user needs to press a push button which is arranged on the housing 101 which in turn activates all the related components for performing the desired task. After pressing the button, a closed electrical circuit is formed and current starts to flow that powers an inbuilt microcontroller to allow all the linked components to perform their respective task upon actuation.

[0027] For a locomotion of the housing 101 on the waterbody, a plurality of propellers 104 is coupled underneath the housing 101. The plurality of propellers 104 coupled underneath the housing 101 plays a crucial role in the locomotion on the waterbody. These propellers 104 are strategically positioned to provide thrust in desired directions, enabling controlled movement and maneuverability. Each propeller 104 is powered by a motor, which generates rotational force to push water backward, thereby creating a forward motion.

[0028] A telescopic frame 105 is configured with a plurality of hinges 106 attached with a rear portion of the housing 101 by means of ball and socket joints 107, a motorized roller 108 mounted on the frame 105 with a series of inflatable members 109 coiled over the roller 108, where ends of the members 109 connect with one another by means of magnets 110. The telescopic frame 105 extends and retracts by using nested sections that slide within each other, driven by pneumatic unit. The pneumatic unit for extension and retraction operates using compressed air to drive a piston inside a cylinder. When air is supplied to one side of the piston, it creates pressure that pushes the piston rod outward, causing extension. To retract, air is supplied to the opposite side while the initial chamber is vented, pulling the piston rod back. The hinges 106 in the telescopic frame 105 functions by allowing required movement to the frame 105. The hinge 106 consists of two interlocking metal leafs connected by a pin, enabling the movement in a controlled manner.

[0029] An artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111, installed on the housing 101 and integrated with a processor for recording and processing images in a vicinity of the housing 101, in synchronisation with a laser fluorosensor embedded on the housing 101, to detect an oil spill in the waterbody and dimensions of the oil spill. The imaging unit 111 comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images in vicinity of the housing 101, and the captured images are stored within a memory of the imaging unit 111 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 111 also comprises of the 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 the microcontroller.

[0030] In synchronization with the imaging unit 111, the laser fluorosensor operates by emitting a laser beam at a specific wavelength onto the water surface. When this laser interacts with potential oil contaminants, the oil absorbs the energy and re-emits fluorescence at a different wavelength. The sensor then detects and analyzes this fluorescence response to determine the presence of oil. The intensity and spectral characteristics of the fluorescence allows to differentiate oil from other substances like algae or organic matter. This data is then synchronized with the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111, which records and processes the images of the detected spill. The processor integrates both imaging and fluorescence data to map the oil spill’s dimensions.

[0031] The microcontroller then actuates the propellers 104 to navigate the housing 101 towards the oil spill, the roller 108 to sequentially deploy the members 109 around the oil spill in an interconnected manner to contain the oil spill with a perimeter created by the members 109. A plurality of chambers 112 containing oil zappers coupled with the housing 101 by means of linear actuators 113 arranged over first sliding units 114 attached with the housing 101. The chambers 112 are preferably made up of but not limited to stainless steel or aluminum which provides stability and resistance to corrosion. The oil zappers in the chamber 112 are specialized bioremediation agents containing oil-degrading microbes. The chambers 112 release oil zappers, which consist of microbial cultures that break down hydrocarbons into non-toxic byproducts like carbon dioxide and water.

[0032] A plurality of nozzles 115 mounted over each of the chambers 112 dispense the zappers into the perimeter for absorption of the oil. The nozzle 115 for dispensing precisely controls the flow of the zappers using electronically actuated valves. The nozzle 115 typically consists of a solenoid that regulates the opening and closing of the nozzle 115 based on input signals. The first sliding units 114 and the linear actuators 113 being actuated in accordance with the imaging unit 111 and the laser fluorosensor. The first sliding unit 114 is attached to the linear actuator 113 which provides translation to the linear actuator 113 for moving the chambers 112 containing the oil zappers. The sliding unit 114 for translation enables smooth and controlled linear movement along a fixed path. The sliding unit 114 consists of a guideway, a slider and a lead screw. The guideway ensures stability and precision, while the lead screw converts rotational motion into linear motion.

[0033] A first conveyor belt 201 is installed with the housing 101, extending outwards to collect waste floating over the waterbody for storing in a compartment 202 within the housing 101. The first conveyor belt 201 extends outward to actively collect floating waste from the waterbody. The first conveyor belt 201 consists of a continuous loop of durable material that moves around a set of rollers, driven by a motorized arrangement. As the conveyor rotates, the outward-extending section skims the water’s surface, capturing debris such as plastic, leaves, and other floating waste. The belt's motion carries the collected waste upward and toward the housing 101, where it is deposited into the compartment 202.

[0034] The first conveyor belt 201 is attached with the housing 101 by means of the compartment 202 joined with a telescopic rod 203 coupled to a second sliding unit 204 disposed vertically within the housing 101. The telescopic rod 203 extends and retracts by using nested sections that slide within each other, driven by pneumatic unit. The pneumatic unit for extension and retraction operates using compressed air to drive a piston inside a cylinder. When air is supplied to one side of the piston, it creates pressure that pushes the piston rod outward, causing extension. To retract, air is supplied to the opposite side while the initial chamber is vented, pulling the piston rod back. While the second sliding unit 204 works in the similar manner as the first sliding unit 114. So, the first conveyor belt 201 is positioned inside the compartment 202, and is extended by an extension of the rod 203. For an adherence of the waste with the first conveyor belt 201, a layer of an adhesive material is applied over the first conveyor belt 201.

[0035] Within the compartment 202, a suction unit 205 is installed for removing the waste from the conveyor belt 201. The suction unit 205 functions to efficiently remove waste from the conveyor belt 201 for proper storage. The suction operates using a high-powered vacuum that generates negative pressure to lift and transfer collected debris. As waste reaches the end of the conveyor belt 201 inside the compartment 202, the suction unit 205 activates, drawing in lightweight and loose materials.

[0036] With a lateral portion of the housing 101, a pair of motorized rollers 301 is installed by means of a slider 302, having a spooled net 303 contained in the rollers 301 to be deployed over larger waste not collected by the first conveyor belt 201, for fetching into the housing 101. The pair of motorized rollers 301 functions as a retrieval for larger waste that the first conveyor belt 201 cannot collect. These rollers 301 are mounted on the slider 302, allowing lateral movement for precise deployment. The rollers 301 contain the spooled net 303 that is extended and retracted as needed. When a large floating waste is detected, the rollers 301 are activated to unspool and deploy the net 303 over the waste. Once the net 303 fully encloses the waste, the rollers 301 begin retracting, pulling the net 303 and the trapped waste toward the housing 101. The slider 302 allows the rollers 301 to adjust their position for better coverage and maneuverability. The waste is brought close to the housing 101 for fetching into the housing 101.

[0037] The imaging unit 111 in synchronisation with a LIDAR (light detection and ranging) sensor confirms a trapping of the waste in the spooled net 303 to actuate the rollers 301 to coil the spooled net 303 to fetch the waste. The LIDAR sensor emits laser pulses toward the netted waste and measures the time taken for the reflected signals to return, creating a precise 3D spatial map of the area. By analyzing these reflections, the presence, size, and position of the trapped waste is detected. The imaging unit 111 works in synchronization with LIDAR data to verify that the waste is securely enclosed within the net 303. Once confirmation is achieved, the processor signals the motorized rollers 301 to coil the net 303, pulling the waste into the housing 101.

[0038] A second conveyor belt 116 is attached with the housing 101 in an articulated manner, with a drum 117 positioned at an end of the second conveyor belt 116 by means of a telescopic support 118 for collecting algal blooms in the drum 117. The second conveyor belt 116 is attached with the housing 101 by means of a support joined with the housing 101 by means of rotary joints. The second conveyor belt 116 works in the similar manner as the first conveyor belt 201 for collecting algal blooms in the drum 117 that is mounted by means of the telescopic support 118. A plurality of iris holes 119 is embedded in the drum 117 to drain water from the collected algal bloom. The iris hole operates using a series of interlinked, overlapping blades that open and close in a circular motion. When the microcontroller detects the algal bloom, it sends an activation signal to the iris hole. The motor in the iris hole drives a mechanical linkage that synchronously moves the blades apart, creating an opening for draining water from the collected algal bloom.

[0039] In synchronization with the imaging unit 111, a fluorometer mounted over the housing 101, detects algal bloom to actuate the propellers 104 to navigate the housing 101 to the algal bloom for collection by the second conveyor belt 116 and the drum 117. The fluorometer operates by detecting algal blooms through fluorescence analysis. The fluorometer emits light at specific wavelengths that excite chlorophyll and other pigments present in algae, causing them to fluoresce. The sensor then captures the emitted fluorescence and analyzes the intensity and spectral characteristics to determine the presence and concentration of algal blooms in the water. This data is synchronized with the imaging unit 111, which provides visual confirmation and spatial mapping of the bloom’s extent. Once the fluorometer detects a significant algal bloom, the second conveyor belt 116 and drum 117 are engaged to collect and remove the algae.

[0040] A weight sensor is provided in the drum 117 for detecting the weight of collected algal bloom. The weight sensor operates by continuously measuring the weight of the collected algal bloom to monitor accumulation and optimize storage capacity. Typically, this sensor functions based on load cell technology, where strain gauges detect minute deformations in response to the increasing weight of the collected algae. As the second conveyor belt 116 and drum 117 collect the algal bloom, the sensor registers the added weight and sends real-time data to the processor. Upon detection of a threshold weight of the algal bloom, the drum 117 is rotated by means of the telescopic support 118 to be positioned over a receptacle 120 on the housing 101, for transferring the algal bloom into the receptacle 120 by an opening of a sliding door in the drum 117.

[0041] The imaging unit 111 detects watercrafts in close proximity to the housing 101 to actuate the propellers 104 to maintain a safe distance from the watercraft and actuate a plurality of LEDs (light emitting diodes) to provide a visual warning and speaker disposed on the housing 101 to impart an audio warning. The plurality of LEDs functions as a visual warning, activated when the imaging unit 111 detects watercraft in close proximity. These LEDs are typically high-intensity and use different colors to communicate the level of risk. The speaker works by converting the electrical signal into the audio signal. The speaker consists of a cone known as a diaphragm attached to a coil-shaped wire placed between two magnets. When the electric signal is passed through the voice coil, a varying magnetic field is generated by the coil that interacts with the magnet causing the diaphragm to move back and forth. The movement of the diaphragm pushes and pulls air creating sound waves just like the electrical signal received and used to impart the audio warning.

[0042] A user interface adapted to be installed with a computing unit to enable the computing unit to connect with a communication unit that is linked with a microcontroller provided in the housing 101, to track a location of the housing 101 as detected by a GPS (global positioning system) unit installed in the housing 101. The communication unit includes a RF (radio frequency) based transceiver. The user input commands through the keyboard of the computing unit that is transmitted to the microcontroller through a communication unit. The communication unit includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module. The Wi-Fi module contains transmitters and receivers that use radio frequency signals to transmit data wirelessly to the microcontroller.

[0043] The wireless module typically includes components such as antennas, amplifiers, and processors to facilitate communication and further connected to networks such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or cellular networks, allowing devices to exchange information over short or long distances. The GPS (Global Positioning System) unit operates by receiving signals from multiple satellites to determine the precise location of the housing 101 in real time. The GPS unit consists of a GPS receiver that captures signals from at least four satellites in Earth's orbit. By calculating the time delay between signal transmission and reception, the GPS unit determines the housing’s latitude, longitude, and altitude through a process called trilateration. So, the location of the housing 101 as detected.

[0044] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the cuboidal housing 101 as disclosed in the invention is installed with the plurality of air cushions 102 connected with the inflation unit 103 to facilitate floating of the housing 101 on the waterbody. The plurality of propellers 104 for the locomotion of the housing 101 on the waterbody. The telescopic frame 105 configured with the plurality of hinges 106 attached with the rear portion of the housing 101 by means of ball and socket joints 107, the motorized roller 108 with the series of inflatable members 109 coiled over the roller 108 where ends of the members 109 connect with one another by means of magnets 110. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111 for recording and processing images in the vicinity of the housing 101 in synchronisation with the laser fluorosensor sensor to detect the oil spill in the waterbody and dimensions of the oil spill to actuate the propellers 104 to navigate the housing 101 towards the oil spill, the roller 108 to sequentially deploy the members 109 around the oil spill in the interconnected manner to contain the oil spill with the perimeter created by the members 109. The plurality of chambers 112 containing oil zappers coupled with the housing 101 by means of linear actuators 113 arranged over first sliding units 114 attached with the housing 101 where the plurality of nozzles 115 dispense the zappers into the perimeter for absorption of the oil, the first sliding units 114 and the linear actuators 113 being actuated in accordance with the imaging unit 111 and the laser fluorosensor. The first conveyor belt 201 extending outwards to collect waste floating over the waterbody for storing in the compartment 202. The first conveyor belt 201 is attached with the housing 101 by means of the compartment 202 joined with the telescopic rod 203 coupled to the second sliding unit 204 disposed vertically within the housing 101 where the first conveyor belt 201 is positioned inside the compartment 202, and is extended by an extension of the rod 203.

[0045] In continuation, the layer of the adhesive material is applied over the first conveyor belt 201 for the adherence of the waste with the first conveyor belt 201. The suction unit 205 removes the waste from the conveyor belt 201. The pair of motorized rollers 301 installed with the lateral portion of the housing 101 by means of the slider 302 having the spooled net 303 contained in the rollers 301 to be deployed over larger waste not collected by the first conveyor belt 201 for fetching into the housing 101 where the imaging unit 111 in synchronisation with the LIDAR (light detection and ranging) sensor confirms the trapping of the waste in the spooled net 303 to actuate the rollers 301 to coil the spooled net 303 to fetch the waste. The second conveyor belt 116 attached with the housing 101 in the articulated manner with the drum 117 positioned at the end of the second conveyor belt 116 by means of the telescopic support 118 where for collecting algal blooms in the drum 117. The plurality of iris hole drain water from the collected algal bloom. The second conveyor belt 116 is attached with the housing 101 by means of the support joined with the housing 101 by means of rotary joints. The fluorometer in synchronisation with the imaging unit 111 detects algal bloom to actuate the propellers 104 to navigate the housing 101 to the algal bloom for collection by the second conveyor belt 116 and the drum 117. The weight sensor for detecting weight of collected algal bloom. Upon detection of the threshold weight of the algal bloom, the drum 117 is rotated by means of the telescopic support 118 to be positioned over the receptacle 120 on the housing 101 for transferring the algal bloom into the receptacle 120 by the opening of the sliding door in the drum 117. The imaging unit 111 detects watercrafts in close proximity to the housing 101 to actuate the propellers 104 to maintain the safe distance from the watercraft and actuate the plurality of LEDs (light emitting diodes) to provide the visual warning and speaker to impart the audio warning. The user interface installed with the computing unit to enable the computing unit to connect with the communication unit linked with the microcontroller provided in the housing 101 to track the location of the housing 101 as detected by the GPS (global positioning system) unit. The communication unit includes the RF (radio frequency) based transceiver.

[0046] 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 waterbody cleaning device, comprising:

i) a cuboidal housing 101 with a plurality of air cushion 102 arranged underneath said housing 101, connected with an inflation unit disposed on said housing 101 to facilitate a floating of said housing 101 on a waterbody;

ii) a plurality of propellers 104 coupled underneath said housing 101 for a locomotion of said housing 101 on said waterbody;

iii) a telescopic frame 105 configured with a plurality of hinges 106 attached with a rear portion of said housing 101 by means of ball and socket joints 107, a motorized roller 108 mounted on said frame 105 with a series of inflatable members 109 coiled over said roller 108, wherein ends of said members 109 connect with one another by means of magnets 110;

iv) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 111, installed on said housing 101 and integrated with a processor for recording and processing images in a vicinity of said housing 101, in synchronisation with a laser fluorosensor sensor embedded on said housing 101, to detect an oil spill in said waterbody and dimensions of said oil spill to trigger a microcontroller to actuate said propellers 104 to navigate said housing 101 towards said oil spill, said roller 108 to sequentially deploy said members 109 around said oil spill in an interconnected manner to contain said oil spill with a perimeter created by said members 109;

v) a plurality of chambers 112 containing oil zappers coupled with said housing 101 by means of linear actuators 113 arranged over first sliding units 114 attached with said housing 101, wherein a plurality of nozzles 115 mounted over each of said chambers 112 dispense said zappers into said perimeter for absorption of said oil, said first sliding units 114 and said linear actuators 113 being actuated in accordance with said imaging unit 111 and said laser fluorosensor;

vi) a first conveyor belt 201 installed with said housing 101, extending outwards to collect waste floating over said waterbody for storing in a compartment 202 within said housing 101;

vii) a pair of motorized rollers 301 installed with a lateral portion of said housing 101 by means of a slider 302, having a spooled net 303 contained in said rollers 301 to be deployed over larger waste not collected by said first conveyor belt 201, for fetching into said housing 101, wherein said imaging unit 111 in synchronisation with a LIDAR (light detection and ranging) sensor confirms a trapping of said waste in said net 303 to actuate said rollers 301 to coil said net 303 to fetch said waste; and

viii) a second conveyor belt 116 attached with said housing 101 in an articulated manner, with a drum 117 positioned at an end of said second conveyor belt 116 by means of a telescopic support 118, wherein for collecting algal blooms in said drum 117 wherein a plurality of iris holes 119 embedded in said drum 117 drain water from said collected algal bloom.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said first conveyor belt 201 is attached with said housing 101 by means of said compartment 202 joined with a telescopic rod 203 coupled to a second sliding unit 204 disposed vertically within said housing 101, wherein said first conveyor belt 201 is positioned inside said compartment 202, and is extended by an extension of said rod 203.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a layer of an adhesive material is applied over said first conveyor belt 201 for an adherence of said waste with said first conveyor belt 201.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a suction unit 205 is installed within said compartment 202 removes said waste from said conveyor belt 201.

5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said second conveyor belt 116 is attached with said housing 101 by means of a support joined with said housing 101 by means of rotary joints.

6) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a fluorometer is mounted over said housing 101, in synchronisation with said imaging unit 111, detects algal bloom to actuate said propellers 104 to navigate said housing 101 to said algal bloom for collection by said second conveyor belt 116 and said drum 117.

7) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a weight sensor is provided in said drum 117 for detecting weight of collected algal bloom, wherein upon detection of a threshold weight of said algal bloom, said drum 117 is rotated by means of said telescopic support 118 to be positioned over a receptacle 120 on said housing 101, for transferring said algal bloom into said receptacle 120 by an opening of a sliding door in said drum 117.

8) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said imaging unit 111 detects watercrafts in close proximity to said housing 101 to actuate said propellers 104 to maintain a safe distance from said watercraft and actuate a plurality of LEDs (light emitting diodes) to provide a visual warning and speaker disposed on said housing 101 to impart an audio warning.

9) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a user interface adapted to be installed with a computing unit to enable said computing unit to connect with a communication unit linked with a microcontroller provided in said housing 101, to track a location of said housing 101 as detected by a GPS (global positioning system) unit installed in said housing 101.

10) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said communication unit includes a RF (radio frequency) based transceiver.

Documents

Application Documents

# Name Date
1 202541034526-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
2 202541034526-REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION (FORM-18) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
3 202541034526-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
4 202541034526-PROOF OF RIGHT [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
5 202541034526-POWER OF AUTHORITY [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
6 202541034526-FORM-9 [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
7 202541034526-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
8 202541034526-FORM 18 [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
9 202541034526-FORM 1 [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
10 202541034526-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
11 202541034526-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
12 202541034526-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
13 202541034526-EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION(S) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
14 202541034526-DRAWINGS [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
15 202541034526-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08
16 202541034526-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [08-04-2025(online)].pdf 2025-04-08