Abstract: A wearable safety device for cattle, comprising a wearable body 101 adapted to be engaged around the head of a cattle, having a main strap 102 configured to encircle cattle’s head, a neck strap 103 encircle cattle’s neck, an extendable bar 104 extend/ contract to position a curved-shaped member 105 on front of mouth portion of cattle, a filter is embedded within each of iris holes 106, allowing passage of fresh air while filtering out harmful particles and toxic gases, an imaging unit 107 detect eating patterns, a retractable rope 108 wound around body 101, with one end securely attached to body 101 and the other end connected to a hook 109, a GPS module track location coordinates of cattle, a throwing assembly integrated with rope 108 to enable precise deployment of hook 109 towards a fixed support, to restrain cattle when cattle attempt to leave designated areas.
Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[0001] The present invention relates to a wearable safety device for cattle that is developed to monitor, protect, and enhance the health and well-being of cattle by detecting environmental hazards, health conditions, and dietary behaviours, while offering real-time corrective measures to ensure their overall safety, health, and productivity.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
[0002] Caring for cattle has traditionally involved a lot of manual work. Farmers or caretakers have to visually inspect cattle to make sure they’re healthy, monitor their food intake, and keep an eye out for any signs of illness. For example, feeding schedules and the quality of food would be checked manually, and there wasn’t a way to quickly detect if something like toxic gases was affecting the cattle. If there were issues, it often took a long time for them to be noticed, which lead to health problems or even losses. These traditional methods had several downsides. They were time-consuming and heavily depended on the caretaker's ability to spot problems early. Without automated monitoring, it was difficult to identify issues like overeating or exposure to harmful gases in real-time. This lack of immediate intervention and accurate tracking of cattle’s health and environment made quite hard to ensure their safety and well-being at all times.
[0003] Conventionally, cattle care has relied on manual labour and observation. Farmers and caretakers monitor cattle’s health and well-being through physical inspections, feeding schedules, and general behaviour observation. For instance, manual feeding techniques involved farmers checking the quantity and quality of food, ensuring that the cattle were consuming an appropriate amount. Veterinary care, although important, relied on periodic visits, which made quite difficult to catch early signs of health issues. Early machines used in livestock care included basic weighing scales, manual feeding dispensers, and rudimentary water and food supply management systems. These were often inefficient, requiring significant time and manual effort to track and maintain. So, people also use RFID tags, health monitoring sensors, and automated feeders. But these are battery-operated and have limited lifespan, thereby required regular maintenance or charging, which may cause downtime in remote areas.
[0004] CN209284010U discloses a kind of ox necklaces, flexible-belt, intelligent apparatus and solar panel flexible including gas permeability, and the intelligent apparatus and solar panel are fixedly connected on the outside of flexible-belt, and the intelligent apparatus and solar panel are electrically connected;The flexible-belt is sealed by internal layer and outer layer, and there are interlayer between the internal layer and outer layer, interior be equipped with of the interlayer drives tick drug, be equipped with the zipper of retractable interlayer in the middle part of the outer layer along flexible-belt length direction, and the flexible-belt both ends pass through velcro fitting;The intelligent apparatus includes temperature sensor, the communication module for controlling chip and being electrically connected with control chip, and by communication module and external mobile terminal communication, the temperature sensor is embedded on the inside of internal layer to be bonded the control chip with ox neck. It is placed on ox necklace and drives tick drug, achieve the purpose that drive tick, while temperature sensor is arranged, the body temperature of real-time monitoring ox. The utility model application livestock-raising equipment.
[0005] CN214071200U discloses a beef cattle behaviour analysis's intelligent neck ring, includes microprocessor, temperature monitoring module, action gesture monitoring module, identification module, bluetooth location and data transmission module, and the bluetooth gateway is finally with data transmission to the computer end that each module was gathered to data storage and demonstration. The utility model has the advantages of measuring error is little, the precision is high, the interference killing feature is strong, real-time monitoring, local storage and cloud storage.
[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed that are capable of providing safety to cattle. However, these existing devices are incapable of identifying any irregularities in cattle's food intake such as overeating or insufficient consumption. Additionally, these existing devices also lack the ability to detect deviations from the cattle’s normal health parameters which results in potential health issues to cattle.
[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 monitoring cattle's food intake, in view of identifying any irregularities such as overeating or insufficient consumption, and providing corrective measures to promote healthy eating habits. In addition, the developed device also needs to detect deviations from the cattle’s normal health parameters, and sending timely alerts to caretakers to prevent or address potential health issues.
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 ensuring the well-being of cattle by continuously monitoring environmental factors and health parameters, in view of enabling automatic intervention when necessary to protect the cattle from harmful conditions.
[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that enable real-time detection and response to hazardous environmental factors, for ensuring the cattle’s respiratory system is protected by automatic adjustments when toxic gases or pollutants are detected.
[0011] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of assessing the nutritional content of the cattle’s food, in view of allowing for automatic adjustments to prevent consumption of harmful or unbalanced food sources.
[0012] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that efficiently tracking the location of cattle, for ensuring their movement is monitored and controlled, while preventing them from leaving designated areas.
[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 a wearable safety device for cattle that facilitate the safeguarding of cattle by persistently tracking both environmental variables and vital health indicators, in view of allowing for prompt corrective actions when conditions pose a threat to their well-being. Additionally, the device invention also deters insects from disturbing the cattle, for ensuring their comfort and minimizing health risks from pests during feeding or resting periods.
[0015] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a wearable safety device for cattle, comprises of a wearable body adapted to be engaged around the head of a cattle, having a main strap configured to encircle cattle’s head, and a neck strap connected to the main strap, designed to encircle cattle’s neck and support the wearable body’s stability, an extendable bar attached with the body and integrated with a curved-shaped member fabricated with rubberized lining, a gas sensor array is embedded with the body to detect presence of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutants in air surrounding the cattle, upon detecting level of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutant to exceed a threshold value, the bar extend/ contract to position the curved-shaped member on front of mouth portion of the cattle, providing immediate protection to the cattle’s respiratory system, plurality of iris holes provided with the member, capable of opening and closing to regulate airflow, a filter is embedded within each of the iris holes, allowing passage of fresh air while filtering out harmful particles and toxic gases, and an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the body to detect eating patterns, including signs of overeating or insufficient food intake.
[0016] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the device further comprises of a Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy sensor integrated with the body to analyze chemical composition of food along with species of plant the cattle is eating, multiple biosensor embedded within the body to detect various health parameters of the cattle, a retractable rope wound around the body, with one end securely attached to body and the other end connected to a hook, a GPS (Global Positioning System) module is integrated with the body to track location coordinates of the cattle, a throwing assembly integrated with the rope to enable precise deployment of the hook towards a fixed support, to restrain the cattle when cattle attempt to leave designated areas, a proximity sensor embedded on the body detects fixed support in surrounding, the hook is engaged with the arm’s end via a robotic link attached with the body, a rotatable ultrasonic repeller is configured with the body to deter insects from disturbing cattle’s food and body and a battery is associated with the device for supplying power to electrical and electronically operated components associated with the device.
[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 a perspective view of a wearable safety device for cattle.
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 a wearable safety device for cattle that enables the protection of cattle through ongoing surveillance of environmental and health metrics, in view of triggering automatic responses when adverse situations arise, thereby ensuring their safety from potential hazards.
[0023] Referring to Figure 1, a perspective view of a wearable safety device for cattle is illustrated, comprising a wearable body 101 adapted to be engaged around the head of a cattle, having a main strap 102 configured to encircle cattle’s head, and a neck strap 103 connected to the main strap 102, an extendable bar 104 attached with the body 101 and integrated with a curved-shaped member 105, plurality of iris holes 106 provided with the member 105, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 107 installed on the body 101, a retractable rope 108 wound around the body 101, with one end securely attached to body 101 and the other end connected to a hook 109, a throwing assembly integrated with the rope 108 consists of throwing arm 110, a robotic link 111 attached with the body 101, a rotatable ultrasonic repeller 112 is configured with the body 101.
[0024] The device disclosed herein comprising a wearable body 101 that is developed to be securely positioned around the head of a cattle, consisting a main strap 102 configured to encircle the cattle’s head, and a neck strap 103 connected to the main strap 102, which is specifically designed to encircle the cattle’s neck. This configuration ensures the stability and proper fit of the wearable body 101, providing support to prevent displacement while in use. The straps are constructed to provide a secure and comfortable engagement around the cattle’s head and neck, maintaining the stability of the wearable body 101 during normal movement and activity.
[0025] The body 101 is equipped with an extendable bar 104, which is integrated with a curved-shaped member 105 fabricated with a rubberized lining. Prior actuation of the bar 104, an inbuilt microcontroller detects presence of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutants in air surrounding of the cattle via a gas sensor array which is embedded with the body 101.
[0026] The gas sensor array operates by using multiple sensors designed to detect specific gases, chemicals, or pollutants in the surrounding air. These sensors work through electrochemical, metal-oxide, or other sensing technologies to identify harmful substances. Once the target gases are detected, the sensors convert the information into electrical signals that are sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the data, evaluates whether the concentration exceeds the predefined safety threshold, and triggers the necessary protective actions or alerts for intervention.
[0027] The microcontroller is operatively linked to the gas sensor array and is programmed to monitor the environmental conditions detected by the array. Upon detecting that the concentration of toxic gases, chemicals, or pollutants in the air has exceeded a predefined threshold value, the microcontroller activates the bar 104 to either extend or contract, positioning the curved-shaped member 105 in front of the mouth portion of the cattle. This ensures that the cattle’s respiratory system is shielded from harmful airborne substances, providing immediate and automatic protection when needed.
[0028] The bar 104 is pneumatically actuated, wherein the pneumatic arrangement of the bar 104 comprises of a cylinder incorporated with an air piston and the air compressor, wherein the compressor controls discharging of compressed air into the cylinder via air valves which further leads to the extension/retraction of the piston. The piston is attached to the telescopic bar 104, wherein the extension/retraction of the piston corresponds to the extension/retraction of the bar 104. The actuated compressor allows extension of the bar 104 to position the curved-shaped member 105 on front of mouth portion of the cattle, providing immediate protection to the cattle’s respiratory system.
[0029] A plurality of iris holes 106 (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) is integrated into the curved-shaped member 105, each of which is designed to open and close in response to environmental conditions or the specific requirements of airflow. These iris holes 106 are configured to regulate the amount of air that passes through the member 105, ensuring that only clean, filtered air reaches the cattle's respiratory system. The opening and closing of the iris holes 106 are controlled by the microcontroller, which adjusts the airflow based on the detected levels of harmful substances or the cattle's breathing patterns, ensuring optimal ventilation and protection.
[0030] The iris holes 106 comprise of a ring and a blade with multiple protrusions. The ring is fabricated with multiple grooves. The ring is installed with the motor that is actuated by the microcontroller for rotating the ring with a specified speed to regulate the opening and closing of the holes 106 in order to regulate airflow.
[0031] A filter is embedded within each of the iris holes 106 in the curved-shaped member 105, designed to permit the passage of fresh air while simultaneously filtering out harmful particles, toxic gases, and other airborne contaminants. This filter is strategically incorporated to ensure that only clean and breathable air reaches the respiratory system of the cattle, thereby safeguarding the animal’s health. The filter operates efficiently, trapping pollutants and preventing the entry of harmful substances into the cattle’s breathing environment, ensuring optimal air quality and contributing to the protection of the cattle's well-being in potentially hazardous atmospheric conditions.
[0032] The filter embedded within each iris holes 106 acts as a barrier, capturing harmful particles and toxic gases present in the surrounding air. As air flows through the filter, larger particles such as dust, dirt, and other debris are trapped within the porous material. Simultaneously, smaller harmful particles and gases are absorbed or blocked through chemical or physical means, preventing them from reaching the cattle's respiratory system. Fresh, clean air is allowed to pass through the filter, ensuring that only safe air is inhaled, thereby promoting the cattle's health and preventing respiratory distress.
[0033] The body 101 is installed with an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 107 which detect eating patterns of cattle. The imaging unit 107 disclosed herein comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the surroundings and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 107 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 107 also comprises of the processor which processes the captured images.
[0034] This pre-processing involves tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, or color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis which utilizes machine learning techniques, such as deep learning neural networks, to extract meaningful information from the visual data which are processed by the microcontroller to detect eating patterns, including signs of overeating or insufficient food intake, and the microcontroller deploys the member 105 when overeating is detected to prevent further food consumption.
[0035] The microcontroller herein continuously monitors the cattle's food intake levels, comparing real-time data against predefined thresholds. When the microcontroller detects that the intake falls below the set threshold, signaling potential health concerns or insufficient nourishment, the microcontroller promptly processes this information. Upon confirming that the cattle’s food consumption is inadequate, the microcontroller generates an alert. This notification is then transmitted to the caretaker's computing unit, enabling timely intervention to address the cattle’s nutritional needs, thereby preventing any adverse health impacts and ensuring the well-being of the cattle.
[0036] A Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy sensor, integrated within the wearable body 101 and synchronized with the imaging unit 107, is designed to analyze the chemical composition of the food consumed by the cattle, as well as the species of plant being ingested.
[0037] The Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy sensor emits near-infrared light toward the food consumed by the cattle. The light interacts with food molecules and is partially absorbed, while the rest is reflected back. The reflected light is analyzed by the sensor to determine specific absorption patterns, which correlate with the chemical composition of the food. By analyzing these patterns, the sensor identifies the nutrient content and detects harmful substances, providing insights into the nutritional quality and safety of the food being ingested.
[0038] The microcontroller herein directs the rod to position the member 105 in such a manner that the member 105 covers the cattle's mouth portion when required, ensuring protection and safeguarding the cattle's health. Upon detection of specific conditions, such as the intake of harmful substances or when the health of the cattle is at risk, the microcontroller instructs the member 105 to extend and cover the mouth area.
[0039] A plurality of biosensors (preferably 2 to 6 in numbers) integrated within the wearable body 101 to continuously monitor and detect various health parameters of the cattle, including but not limited to, heart rate, body 101 temperature, respiration rate, and other vital signs. These biosensors are specifically designed to gather real-time data regarding the cattle's physiological state, allowing for continuous health assessment. The microcontroller processes this data, compares the values against predefined normal ranges, and triggers necessary alerts if any anomalies are detected, ensuring immediate attention and action taken by the caretaker to prevent potential health issues.
[0040] The biosensor operates by detecting specific physiological signals emitted by the cattle’s body 101. The biosensor utilizes sensors such as temperature sensors, pulse rate sensors, and respiratory rate sensors to capture real-time biological data. The sensor converts these signals into electrical signals that are then processed by the microcontroller. The microcontroller compares the processed data against predetermined healthy ranges. If the data exceeds or falls below the acceptable thresholds, an alert is sent to the caretaker, allowing immediate intervention to address the detected health issue and ensure the cattle's well-being.
[0041] Further the microcontroller continuously compares the health parameters detected by the biosensors against predefined normal ranges for each specific parameter. Upon detecting any deviations or anomalies in the collected data, such as abnormal heart rate, temperature, or respiration levels, the microcontroller promptly generates an alert. This alert is sent to the computing unit, which is accessible by the cattle's caretaker, notifying them of a potential health concern. This ensures timely intervention by the caretaker, who can assess the situation and take the necessary steps to address the health issue promptly.
[0042] A retractable rope 108 is integrated with the body 101, with one end securely fastened to the body 101 structure and the other end connected to a hook 109. The retractable means, ensures that the rope 108 remains neatly wound when not in use, providing convenience and preventing tangling. When required, the rope 108 is extended to its full length and the hook 109 is deployed towards a fixed support. This ensures secure restraint and control over the cattle, enabling precise positioning and preventing unintended movements.
[0043] A GPS (Global Positioning System) module is integrated with the body 101 to continuously track and monitor the location coordinates of the cattle. This allows real-time tracking of the cattle’s movements within a designated area, providing precise geospatial data for the caretaker. The GPS module ensures that the cattle’s location is accurately determined at any given time, enabling timely intervention or action if the cattle move outside a predefined boundary.
[0044] The GPS module continuously receives signals from a network of satellites orbiting the Earth. Each satellite sends out a signal containing its location and the exact time of transmission. The GPS receiver in the module then calculates the distance from multiple satellites by measuring the time it takes for the signals to arrive. Using this information, the module triangulates the position of the cattle, providing accurate latitude and longitude coordinates. The calculated location is sent to the microcontroller for monitoring or further action.
[0045] A throwing assembly integrated with the rope 108 consists of a throwing arm 110 affixed to the body 101 via a pivot joint. This arm 110 is driven by a linear actuator that controls the extension of the arm 110, while a motor, coupled with the arm 110, provides rotational force. The motor's rotational force and the actuator's linear movement work together to enable precise deployment of a hook 109 towards a fixed support. This assembly ensure that the hook 109 is accurately positioned and launched, facilitating effective restraint of the cattle when necessary, such as when the cattle attempt to move beyond a designated area. The combined actions of the actuator and motor ensure a controlled and reliable deployment of the hook 109, thereby preventing unintended movements or errors in positioning.
[0046] Prior actuation of the throwing assembly, the microcontroller detects fixed support in surrounding via a proximity sensor which is embedded on the body 101. The proximity sensor consists of an emitter and a receiver. The sensor emits infrared rays through an emitter, towards the surrounding and receives the bounced back rays via receiver and convert the detected data into an electric signal that is sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received signal from the proximity sensor in order to detect fixed support in surrounding.
[0047] As soon as the fixed support in surrounding is detected, the microcontroller actuates a robotic link 111 which is attached with the body 101. The robotic link 111 used herein mainly comprises of motor controllers, arm, end effector and sensors. The arm is the essential part of the robotic link 111 and it comprises of three parts the shoulder, elbow and wrist. All these components are connected through joints, with the shoulder resting at the base of the arm, typically connected to the microcontroller. The elbow is in the middle and allows the upper section of the arm to move forward or backward independently of the lower section. Finally, the wrist is at the very end of the upper arm and attaches to the end effector. The end effector connected to the arm acts as a hand and acquire a grip of the hook 109 and engaged with the arm 110 end.
[0048] The microcontroller herein regulates the actuation of the actuator and motor. Upon receiving an electrical signal, the actuator is powered to initiate mechanical motion. The actuator’s movement is driven by a linear or rotary motion, depending on its design. In the case of the throwing assembly, the actuator engages to extend or retract the throwing arm 110. The actuator moves along a predetermined path, controlled by the signal sent from the microcontroller. The actuator’s motion is precise and controlled, enabling the arm 110 to reach the desired position. Once the arm 110 is positioned correctly, the actuator ceases motion, allowing the next phase of the operation to proceed seamlessly.
[0049] Simultaneously, the motor gets directed by the microcontroller. The motor used herein is a DC motor and works on the principle of electromagnetic induction: the stator and the rotor. The stator generates a magnetic field which usually consists of a permanent magnet or as set of coils through which direct current flows. The rotor is the moving part of the motor. The armature is connected to a commutator which is a rotary switch that reverses the direction of the current in the coil every half-turn. As the armature rotates, the brushes ensure a continuous flow of current by reversing its direction at the right moments. When the DC is applied to the armature, a magnetic field is created around the coil due to the current flowing through the coil. As the DC electric motor rotates, the rotational force rotates the arm 110 and aid the arm 110 in precise deployment of the hook 109 towards a fixed support.
[0050] The pivot joint comprises of a ring and cylindrical portion that are linked with each other to provide rotational movement to the arm 110. The ring is powered by a motor that is activated by the microcontroller to the rotate the ring to move the cylindrical portion due to which the arm 110 tilts. The motor is typically controlled by an electronic control unit that regulates its speed and direction. The joint consists of a hinge that enables rotation of the shaft that results in the rotational motion of the arm 110.
[0051] The throwing arm 110 mentioned herein is a robotic arm 110, wherein the robotic arm 110 used herein mainly comprises of motor controllers, arm, end effector and sensors. The arm is the essential part of the robotic arm 110 and it comprises of three parts the shoulder, elbow and wrist. All these components are connected through joints, with the shoulder resting at the base of the arm, typically connected to the microcontroller. The elbow is in the middle and allows the upper section of the arm to move forward or backward independently of the lower section. Finally, the wrist is at the very end of the upper arm and attaches to the end effector. The end effector connected to the arm acts as a hand and enable precise deployment of the hook 109 towards the fixed support, to restrain the cattle when cattle attempt to leave designated areas.
[0052] A rotatable ultrasonic repeller 112 integrated with the body 101, specifically designed to deter insects from disturbing the cattle's food and body 101. The repeller 112 emits high-frequency ultrasonic waves, which are beyond the hearing range of most insects, creating an uncomfortable environment for them. This ultrasonic deterrent is capable of rotating, allowing it to cover a broader area around the cattle and ensuring effective repulsion of insects from both the food and the cattle's body 101. The ultrasonic waves emitted by the repeller 112 ensure that the cattle remain undisturbed and their food remains uncontaminated by insects.
[0053] The rotatable ultrasonic repeller 112 operates by generating ultrasonic waves at a frequency beyond the hearing range of most insects. The repeller 112 is attached to a rotating assembly, allowing it to sweep across a designated area. As the repeller 112 rotates, the ultrasonic waves disturb the insects, preventing them from approaching the cattle or their food. This continuous rotation ensures the area surrounding the cattle remains insect-free.
[0054] In an embodiment of the present invention the imaging unit 107 embedded within the neck strap 103 of the cattle is designed to monitor and analyze the jaw movements, specifically tracking the chewing speed of the cattle. This function is crucial in identifying potential health concerns, such as bloat, where the cattle may exhibit abnormal chewing patterns, such as reduced chewing speed or a cessation of chewing altogether. The microcontroller continuously analyzes the rate at which the cattle chew their food, comparing it to normal behaviour patterns. Upon detecting any deviations from expected chewing speed, the microcontroller alerts the caretaker, allowing for early intervention to address any underlying issues and ensuring the cattle's well-being.
[0055] Moreover, a battery is associated with the device for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with the device and supplying a voltage to the components. The battery used herein is preferably a Lithium-ion battery which is a rechargeable unit that demands power supply after getting drained. The battery stores the electric current derived from an external source in the form of chemical energy, which when required by the electronic component of the device, derives the required power from the battery for proper functioning of the device.
[0056] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the wearable body 101 as disclosed in the invention is adapted to be engaged around the head of the cattle, having the main strap 102 configured to encircle cattle’s head, and the neck strap 103 connected to the main strap 102, designed to encircle cattle’s neck and support the wearable body 101 stability. The extendable bar 104 attached with the body 101 and integrated with the curved-shaped member 105 fabricated with rubberized lining. Prior actuation of the bar 104 the gas sensor array detects presence of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutants in air surrounding the cattle. Upon detecting level of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutant to exceed the threshold value the bar 104 extend/ contract to position the curved-shaped member 105 on front of mouth portion of the cattle for providing immediate protection to the cattle’s respiratory system. Plurality of iris holes 106 open/close to regulate airflow. And the filter, allows passage of fresh air while filtering out harmful particles and toxic gases. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 107 detect eating patterns, including signs of overeating or insufficient food intake. And the microcontroller deploys the member 105 when overeating is detected to prevent further food consumption.
[0057] In continuation, the Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy sensor analyzes chemical composition of food along with species of plant the cattle are eating. The microcontroller is configured to cover the cattle’s mouth portion via the member 105, in view of safeguarding health of the cattle. Multiple biosensors embedded detect various health parameters of the cattle. The retractable rope 108 wound around the body 101, with one end securely attached to body 101 and the other end connected to the hook 109. Afterwards the GPS (Global Positioning System) module track location coordinates of the cattle. The throwing assembly integrated with the rope 108 to enable precise deployment of the hook 109 towards the fixed support, to restrain the cattle when cattle attempt to leave designated areas. Simultaneously, the proximity sensor detects fixed support in surrounding. Further the hook 109 is connected to the fixed support through the arm 110 via the robotic link 111 attached to the body 101. Moreover, the rotatable ultrasonic repeller 112 deter insects from disturbing cattle’s food and body 101.
[0058] 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 wearable safety device for cattle, comprising:
i) a wearable body 101 adapted to be engaged around the head of a cattle, having a main strap 102 configured to encircle cattle’s head, and a neck strap 103 connected to said main strap 102, designed to encircle cattle’s neck and support said wearable body 101 stability;
ii) an extendable bar 104 attached with said body 101 and integrated with a curved-shaped member 105 fabricated with rubberized lining, wherein a gas sensor array is embedded with said body 101 to detect presence of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutants in air surrounding said cattle;
iii) a microcontroller linked with said gas sensor array upon detecting level of toxic gases, chemical(s) and/or pollutant to exceed a threshold value, said microcontroller actuates said bar 104 to extend/ contract to position said curved-shaped member 105 on front of mouth portion of said cattle, providing immediate protection to the cattle’s respiratory system;
iv) plurality of iris holes 106 provided with said member 105, capable of opening and closing to regulate airflow, wherein a filter is embedded within each of said iris holes 106, allowing passage of fresh air while filtering out harmful particles and toxic gases;
v) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 107 installed on said body 101 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of surroundings, respectively, wherein said microcontroller analyzes visual data from said imaging unit 107 to detect eating patterns, including signs of overeating or insufficient food intake, and said microcontroller deploys said member 105 when overeating is detected to prevent further food consumption;
vi) a Near-Infrared (NIR) spectroscopy sensor integrated with said body 101 and synced with said imaging unit 107 to analyze chemical composition of food along with species of plant said cattle is eating, wherein said microcontroller is configured to cover said cattle’s mouth portion via said member 105, in view of safeguarding health of said cattle;
vii) multiple biosensor embedded within said body 101 to detect various health parameters of said cattle, wherein said microcontroller compares said detected health parameters against predefined normal ranges, and upon detection of an anomaly said microcontroller sends an alert notification on a computing unit accessed by caretaker of said cattle, indicating a potential health issue; and
viii) a retractable rope 108 wound around said body 101, with one end securely attached to body 101 and the other end connected to a hook 109, wherein a GPS (Global Positioning System) module is integrated with said body 101 to track location coordinates of said cattle, said microcontroller actuates a throwing assembly integrated with said rope 108 to enable precise deployment of said hook 109 towards a fixed support, to restrain said cattle when cattle attempt to leave designated areas.
2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller is configured to notify caretaker of said cattle when the cattle’s food intake falls below a predefined threshold, indicating potential health concerns.
3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a rotatable ultrasonic repeller 112 is configured with said body 101 to deter insects from disturbing cattle’s food and body 101.
4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said throwing assembly consists of throwing arm 110 attached with said body 101 via a pivot joint, a linear actuator drives said arm 110 extension while a motor coupled with said arm 110 provided rotational force.
5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a proximity sensor embedded on said body 101 detects fixed support in surrounding, said hook 109 is engaged with said arm 110 end via a robotic link 111 attached with said body 101, said microcontroller actuates said actuator and motor, ensuring precise targeting, effectively securing the cattle.
6) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is associated with said device for supplying power to electrical and electronically operated components associated with said device.
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