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A Multi Functional Light Pole System

Abstract: The present invention relates to lighting and, more particularly to light poles. The pole system comprises a bottom section 12, at least one middle section 14 mounted vertically on the bottom section 12, a top section 16 mounted vertically on the at least one middle section 14, such that the bottom section 12, at least one middle section 14 and the top section 16 form a longitudinal pole and a rack 18 enclosed inside the longitudinal pole, the rack 18 is adapted to hold a plurality of components used in the light pole system.

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Patent Information

Application #
Filing Date
15 December 2017
Publication Number
28/2020
Publication Type
INA
Invention Field
ELECTRICAL
Status
Email
pankaj_thape@raychemrpg.com
Parent Application

Applicants

Raychem RPG Pvt. Ltd
RPG House, 463, Dr. Annie Besant Road, Mumbai

Inventors

1. KRUNAL PATEL
Raychem Innovation Center Raychem RPG (P) Ltd, Kanjari Village, Halol Taluka, Near Halol GIDC, Panchamahal District, PIN: 389950

Specification

DESC:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[001] The present invention relates to lighting and, more particularly to light poles.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[002] A Street light or a light pole is an elevated source of light on the side of a roadway to illuminate the path at night. The light pole includes a pole with light bulbs mounted on it which are powered by the electricity provided by a utility company. These light poles have been in use since long time and various innovations have been done to improve and add features to the conventional light pole.

[003] With the advent of the concept of ‘Smart City’ which is defined as a city that uses information, communication technology (ICT), Internet of things (IoT), urban informatics to optimize the efficiency of city operations and services, connect citizens and improve their quality of life. The objective of the ‘Smart cities’ is to make cities that provide core infrastructure and give a decent quality of life to its citizens, a clean and sustainable environment and application of 'Smart' Solutions.

[004] The smart city will provide additional smart solutions to its inhabitants besides basic power, water and sanitation such as Wi-Fi internet, charging stations for charging electric vehicles, laptops, mobiles, security with 24x7 camera monitoring, displays for advertisements and showing a variety of information to make a clean, safe and smart atmosphere for living a high quality of life.

[005] This will involve huge infrastructure components such as light poles and other devices such as Wi-Fi access points, and laptop battery chargers, security cameras etc. Further to make and keep the environment clean, various sensors to monitor different crucial parameters such as air quality, moisture content, etc. are also needed. The need to make it smart has also focused on reducing the footprint occupied by the devices and using clean energy to power such electrical devices. It is a trend of the smart cities to use non-conventional sources of power in addition to the grid power supplied by the power utility companies.

[006] These devices are located at multiple locations and are connected to grid by wires which run many miles. The multiple locations and need of lengthy wires, adds to the footprint occupied by such devices and also adds to the cost of wiring. The expensive cost of land in metropolitan cities demands to optimize the footprint area and wiring length in the smart cities.

[007] In view of the limitations inherent in the available infrastructure, there exists a need for a multi-functional light pole, which overcomes the disadvantages of the prior art and which can be used in a simple, cost effective, reliable, secure and environmental friendly manner.

[008] The present invention fulfils this need and provides further advantages as described.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[009] In view of the foregoing disadvantages inherent in the prior arts, the general purpose of the present invention is to provide an improved combination of convenience and utility, to include the advantages of the prior art, and to overcome the drawbacks inherent therein.

[0010] A primary objective of the present invention is to provide a multi-functional light pole system which is simple and cost effective.

[0011] In one aspect, the present invention provides a multi-functional light pole system that comprises a bottom section, at least one middle section mounted vertically on the bottom section, a top section mounted vertically on the at least one middle section, such that the bottom section, at least one middle section and the top section form a longitudinal pole and a rack enclosed inside the longitudinal pole, the rack is adapted to hold a plurality of components used in the light pole system.

[0012] In another aspect of the present invention, the multi-functional light pole system is used to provide one function from a list including lighting, electricity generation using solar panel, security cameras, Wi-Fi access point, EV charging station, displays for advertisements and displaying data sensed by the sensors in one single place.

[0013] In yet another aspect of the present invention, the plurality of components includes at least one battery, a battery charger, electrical connection distribution box, electrical wire connections and other electrical and electronic devices.

[0014] In yet another aspect of the present invention, the multi-functional light pole system includes at least one light bulb, at least one display unit, a solar panel, a plurality of cameras, a Wi-fi router, a plurality of sensors etc installed on an outer surface of the pole system.

[0015] In a further aspect of the present invention, each of the top section, the at least one middle section and the bottom section are adapted to be connected with each other to form an enclosure.

[0016] In another aspect of the present invention, each of the top, the at least one middle and the bottom section is provided with fastening arrangements on inner and outer surfaces at various locations, enabling mounting of different devices on the sections as per the requirement of the multi-functional pole system.

[0017] In another aspect of the present invention, the rack includes at least four vertical channel rods with a base plate, a top plate, a plurality of horizontal support members to form the frame of rack and allow additional plates to be attached to the frame as per the requirement of placing and mounting various devices.

[0018] In yet another aspect of the present invention, the rack includes a battery kept on the base plate, an inverter kept on an additional plate, a distribution box mounted on the two vertical rods of the frame, a socket panel to connect wires, a LAN module mounted on the frame for communicating with a remote computer system, a controller mounted on the frame to monitor and control the different devices in the pole system and a NVR (Network Video Recorder) for recording a camera input in a server.

[0019] In one aspect of the present invention, the multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, further includes a plurality of sensors to sense and monitor different parameters including Air Quality index, moisture content, ambient temperature, Carbon dioxide content, moisture level.

[0020] In another aspect of the present invention, the bottom section includes a door to provide access to a person to monitor the devices and perform any repair or maintenance operation for the pole system

[0021] In yet another aspect of the present invention, wherein the bottom section further includes a charging socket to charge an electric vehicle, an emergency contact box to directly call to a pre-defined phone number in case of emergency situations.

[0022] In a further aspect of the present invention, each of the top, the at least one middle and the bottom section is provided with a plurality of holes and conduits on inner and outer sides to facilitate securing of electrical wires.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0023] The advantages and features of the present invention will become better understood with reference to the following more detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:

[0024] FIG. 1 illustrates a schematic view of a multi-functional light pole system, according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0025] FIG. 2 illustrates a schematic view of bottom section of the multi-functional light pole system, according to one embodiment of the present invention; and

[0026] FIG. 3 illustrates a schematic view of a rack used in the multi-functional light pole system, according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0027] Like reference numerals refer to like parts throughout the several views of the drawings.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0028] In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of the present invention. It will be apparent, however, to one skilled in the art that the present invention may be practiced without these specific details.

[0029] As used herein, the term ‘plurality’ refers to the presence of more than one of the referenced item and the terms ‘a’, ‘an’, and ‘at least’ do not denote a limitation of quantity, but rather denote the presence of at least one of the referenced item.

[0030] Reference herein to “one embodiment” or “another embodiment” means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiment can be included in at least one embodiment of the invention. The appearances of the phrase “in one embodiment” in various places in the specification are not necessarily all referring to the same embodiment, nor are separate or alternative embodiments mutually exclusive of other embodiments. Further, the diagrams representing one or more embodiments of the invention do not inherently indicate any particular order nor imply any limitations in the invention.

[0031] The terms “smart pole” or “multi-functional light pole” or “multi-functional pole” or “multi-functional light pole system” or “pole system” interchangeably used in the present description, conveys the same meaning and refer to the same object.

[0032] Referring to FIG. 1, which illustrates a schematic view of a multi-functional light pole system 10, according to one embodiment of the present invention. The pole system comprises a bottom section 12, at least one middle section 14 mounted vertically on the bottom section 12, a top section 16 mounted vertically on the at least one middle section 14, such that the bottom section 12, at least one middle section 14 and the top section 16 form a longitudinal pole and a rack 18 (shown in FIG. 3) enclosed inside the longitudinal pole, the rack 18 is adapted to hold a plurality of components used in the light pole system.

[0033] The multi-functional pole system 10 acts as a single pole which can be used to provide different functions simultaneously such as lighting, electricity generation using solar panel, security cameras, Wi-Fi access point, EV charging station, displays for advertisements and displaying data sensed by the sensors in one single place. It is to be noted that the devices, functions mentioned and disclosed in the present invention describe an exemplary embodiment of the multi-functional pole system 10 and further various functionalities and/or devices may be added or removed as per the requirements of the pole system.

[0034] In one embodiment of the present invention, the rack 18 may be used to mount plurality of components including at least one battery, a battery charger, electrical connection distribution box, electrical wire connections and other electrical and electronic devices. The pole system 10 includes at least one light bulb 70, at least one display unit 72, a solar panel 74, a plurality of cameras 76, a Wi-fi router 78, a plurality of sensors 80 etc installed on its outer surface.

[0035] In one embodiment of the present invention, each of the top 16, bottom 12 and at least one middle 14 sections are adapted to be connected with each other to form the enclosure. Each of the bottom 12, top 16 and middle sections 14 may be formed as hollow cylinders such that when connected to each other longitudinally, they form a cylindrical enclosure. The cross section of the parts may be a circle, a square, hexagonal or any shape as per the needs of the invention in other embodiments of the present invention. The dimensions and shapes of the top 16, bottom 12 and middle sections 14 are such that they can be connected to each other to form a single enclosure which is closed from all sides.

[0036] A plurality of middle portions 14 may be used to increase the height of the pole 10 and provide space for mounting for more devices and/or add more functionality to the multi-functional pole system 10 of the present invention.


[0037] In one embodiment of the present invention, the top section 16, the middle section 14 and the bottom section 12 may be provided with flanges at its ends such that the flanges on the adjacent sections corresponds in shape and size with each other to align and connect using nuts and bolts/welding or any connecting methods known in the art. In another embodiment, the top section 16, the middle section 14 and the bottom section 12 may be provided with threads on inner and outer surfaces such that adjacent sections to connect with each other. For example if the threads are configured on the inner surface of one of the operative ends of the bottom section 12, then complementary threads are configured on the outer surface of one of the operative ends of the middle section 14 or the top section 16 such that the two sections can be joined to form the enclosure.

[0038] In other embodiment a telescopic arrangement may be used for connecting the sections. In another embodiment, sections may be removably connected to each other with the help of a snap-fit locking mechanism. In yet another embodiment, a combination of connecting methods may be used to connect different sections to form the pole system of the present invention.

[0039] Referring to FIG.2 that illustrates a schematic view of the bottom section 12 of the multi-functional pole system, according to one embodiment of the present invention. The bottom section 12 is adapted to be mounted on a concrete foundation 20 in ground 22 from one side and to be connected with the top section 16 or the middle section 14 from the other side.

[0040] Depending upon the requirement, the bottom section 12 may be formed by a plurality of parts. In one embodiment of the present invention, the bottom section 12 is made of three parts: first 24, second 26 and third part 28 which are connected to each other to form the bottom section. The first 24 and second parts 26 are hollow cylinders which have similar shape and dimension of cross section and are connected axially to form a bigger hollow cylinder. The third part 28 is of conical shape having a large diameter end and a small diameter end, such that its large diameter end dimensions and shape corresponds with the cross-sectional dimensions of the second part 26. The third part 28 is also axially connected over the first 24 and second part 26 to form the bottom section 12 with its small diameter end facing towards top of the pole system 10. It is to be noted that the third part 28 may be made similar to the first 24 and second parts 26 based on the requirements of the shape and size of the multi-functional pole system.

[0041] The bottom section 12 also includes a door 30 to provide access to a person to monitor the devices and perform any repair or maintenance operations for the pole system. Due to this, the need for dismantling the pole system 10 or dismounting any of the devices from the pole system 10 for maintenance purposes is obviated. On the contrary, in the case of conventional light poles, there is no provision to allow an access to an operator, from the interior side of the poles. Therefore, during maintenance, there is a need to either dismantle the pole or dismount a particular device therefrom. This makes the maintenance process of the conventional light poles complex, as compared to that of the light pole system of the present invention.

[0042] The door 30 of the pole system is provided with conventional lock, however in the theft prone areas, the door 30 may also be secured using an anti-theft security system. The security system may include an electromagnetic lock or any electronic lock which can be opened by a password, a radio frequency identification (RFID), a smart card, a badge, a finger print detector, an iris scanner, a signature detector, a palm print detector, a mobile based OTP or a combination of more than one such methods. In addition to this, the door is also configured to send a SMS to a predefined mobile number whenever the door is opened or closed by any means. The opening and closing of the door and its time may also be recoded and sent to a remotely located centralized server.

[0043] In one embodiment of the present invention, the middle section 14 is made as a hollow cylinder open from both ends such it can be connected to the bottom section 12 at one end and to the top section 16 at the other end. In one embodiment of the present invention, the diameter of the middle section 14 matches with the diameter of the small diameter end of the third part 28 of the bottom section. The diameter of the small diameter end of the bottom section defines the diameter of the middle section 14.

[0044] In another embodiment a plurality of middle sections 14 having same cross section and different lengths may be used to form a single bigger middle section 14. The use of multiple middle section 14 provides modularity to the multi-functional pole system 10 of the present invention. For example if the desired height of the pole system 10 is more than present, then additional middle sections 14 may be added to meet the pole height criterion. Similarly if additional device are to be mounted on the pole system 10 and the required space on the outer surface is not enough, then additional middle section 14 may be added to provide space for such devices.

[0045] The top section 16 is also a hollow cylinder open at one end and closed from the end which faces the sky. In one embodiment of the present invention, the diameter of the top section 16 matches with the diameter of the middle section 14 such that they can be connected to form single enclosure of the pole system. In case when the middle section 14 is not used, the diameter of the top section 16 matches with the diameter of the small diameter end of the third part 28 of the bottom section.

[0046] In one embodiment of the present invention, each of the top 16, middle 14 and bottom 12 sections may be provided with fastening arrangements on it inner and outer surfaces at various locations, such that different devices may be mounted on the sections as per the requirement of the multi-functional pole system 10. The sections 12,14,16 may be made using cast iron, mild steel, composite material or any suitable material which is used in the art to make poles. Further each of the sections may be galvanized or coated to prevent corrosion.

[0047] Now referring to FIG. 3 that illustrates a schematic view of the rack 18, according to one embodiment of the present invention. The rack 18 includes a rectangular frame structure with a plurality of plates perpendicularly attached along its height to form multiple platforms to place and mount various devices used in the present multi-functional pole system.

[0048] In one embodiment of the present invention, the rack 18 includes at least four vertical channel rods 40 with a base plate 42, a top plate 44, a plurality of horizontal support members to form the frame 46 of the rack 18 and allow additional plates 48 to be attached to the frame as per the requirement of placing and mounting various devices. Additional plates 48 may be inserted and attached to the frame along its height between the top 44 and base plate 42 as per the requirement of placing and mounting various devices.

[0049] In the present embodiment the rack includes a frame 46, a base platform 42, a battery 50 which is kept on the base platform 42, an inverter 52 which is kept on an additional platform 48, a distribution box 54 mounted on the two vertical rods 40 of the frame 46, a socket panel 56 to connect wires, a LAN module 58 mounted on the frame for communicating with a remote computer system, a controller 60 mounted on the frame to monitor and control the different devices in the pole system and a NVR 62 (Network Video Recorder) for recording the camera input to a server. The rack 18 with above mentioned devices is housed in the enclosure formed by the top, middle and bottom sections. The other devices such as camera 76, Wi-Fi access point 78, solar panel 74, lights 70 etc are mounted on the enclosure from outside to form the multi-functional pole system 10 of the present invention.

[0050] The multi-functional pole system further includes a plurality of sensors 80 to sense and monitor different parameters such as Air Quality index, moisture content, ambient temperature, Carbon dioxide content, moisture level etc. The sensors 80 may be mounted at various location on the pole system. In one embodiment, the sensors 80 are mounted on the middle section 14. The values form the sensors are provided to be shown in one of the display screen 72. The display screens 72 used are such that the content is visible in bright daylight and at night also without any loss of clarity. The display screen 72 may include but is not limited to, an LED screen and an LCD screen.

[0051] For installation of the multi-functional pole system, the rack 18 along with mentioned devices is placed in the bottom section 12 which has inner bars at bottom to allow mounting of the rack 18. The bottom section 12 further includes clamps from inside, to provide support to the rack 18 and prevent its undesired movement. Now the bottom section 18 along with the rack 18 is mounted on the concrete base 20 on the ground 22. Next the middle section 14 is connected on top of the bottom section 12 and then top section 16 is connected on top of the middle section 14 to form the housing of the pole system 10.

[0052] Now two display screens 72 one for playing advertisement and second for displaying parameter values sensed by sensors 80 are mounted on the middle section 14 of the pole system from outside. A Wi-Fi router 78, security cameras 76 and solar panel 74 are mounted on the top section 16 of the pole system. The wires of the devices mounted on the pole system 10 are disposed from interior side the pole and are laid down to the bottom section 12 of the pole where they are connected to the distribution box 54 via the socket panel 56. The input wire from grid is connected to the distribution box 54, from where plurality of outgoing connections are prepared and connected to the socket panel 56. The devices are supplied power from the socket panel. The input from the battery 50 is also connected to the distribution box 54.

[0053] The bottom section 12 further includes a charging socket 90 to charge an electric vehicle. The charging socket 90 is electrically connected to the battery 50 placed inside the rack 18. The bottom section 12 further includes an emergency contact box 100, which has a button which when pressed directly calls to a pre-defined phone number in case of emergency situations.

[0054] Electrical wires required for connecting various devices to the power source and/or to other devices are disposed on the interior side of the pole system 10, thereby making the pole aesthetically pleasing. In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a plurality of holes and conduits are provided on the surface and interior side respectively of each of the sections of the pole system, to facilitate securing of the electrical wires. The light pole system comprises a distribution box 54 that includes terminals for joining the electrical wires.

[0055] In one embodiment of the present invention, all the operating devices are connected to the controller 60. The controller 60 is adapted to enable an operator to monitor and control the working of the connected devices. The controller 60 may also be connected to a communication module to communicate the various parameters of different devices to a remotely located computer system. In one embodiment of the present invention, the communication module is LAN module 58 which is connected to the remote computer system by LAN cables. Due to this, the functioning of the pole system 10 can be remotely monitored and controlled. Further embodiments may use wireless communication modules to allow monitoring and control of the pole system from the remote computer system.

[0056] In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, a software module installed on the remote computer system which is in communication with the devices of the multi-functional pole 10 of the present invention is adapted to perform many operations on the devices of the pole system. For instance, the live view of the cameras fitted on the pole system may be remotely seen, the cameras may be rotated/zoomed to enhance the view, switching of the light, changing the advertisements to be displayed on the display screen, monitoring the values sensed by the sensors etc. In addition the software may be configured programmatically and by addition of relevant hardware to add and edit more functionalities as per the requirement.

[0057] In an operative configuration, the electricity required for the normal functioning of the pole system 10 is supplied by an electrical grid. The wires from the electrical grid are connected underground below the bottom section of the pole system. During daytime, the solar panel 74 converts the incident sunlight into electricity (by photovoltaic effect). The electricity from the grid supply and/or the electricity generated with the help of the solar panel 74 is used for charging the included batteries.

[0058] In one embodiment of the present invention, the devices of the pole system are powered by electric grid and the battery 50 acts as alternate power source in the absence of the grid supply. In another embodiment, the battery 50 may be used to power at least one or more of the devices of the multi-functional pole system even during presence of grid power.

[0059] In accordance with one embodiment of the present invention, the power (direct current (DC)) from the batteries 50 can be used for the normal functioning of different devices. In accordance with another embodiment of the present disclosure, batteries 50 are connected to inverters 52 so as to convert DC to alternating current (AC). The alternating current can be further used for the normal functioning of the pole system.

[0060] The multi-functional pole system 10 may further include dust and water ingress free louvers. The main purpose of these louvers is provide heat dissipation facility in the pole system. There may be louvers at the bottom section 12 which allows entry of cold air from the environment and as it moves inside taking heat from various devices and getting hot, it moves upwards. Some louvers may be provide on top or middle section 14 to allow the heated air an exit path. This circulation of air from the pole system 10 helps to keep the devices cool.

[0061] In another embodiment, the bottom section 12 may include a bottom louver and top louver to allow entry and exit of the air for cooling the devices of the pole system. If needed a fan may also be disposed for forced circulation of air inside the pole system. The louvers may further have the capability to operate based on temperature and there opening and closing depends on temperature. During higher temperature bottom louvers open more wide, so that more amount of air enters the pole system. Distance and locations of louvers are such a way that naturally hot air passed through the upper louver and cool air entered through the bottom louvers.

[0062] The positioning of the devices, as described and also depicted in the accompanying figures, should not be construed as limiting the scope of the present invention. Depending upon the requirement, the positioning of the devices can be changed. Further as per the need of functionality in the pole system, devices may be added or removed from the multi-functional pole system of the present invention.

[0063] As per the technical requirements of the multi-functional pole 10, the number and size of devices, the dimensions of the top 16, bottom 12, middle 14 sections, and size of the rack may be chosen. For instance, if Wi-Fi router and camera are not desired, as per the requirement, then the middle section can be removed.

[0064] The size, dimensions, material properties and other relevant parameters of the top, bottom, middle section and the rack may be derived from state of the art knowledge of mechanical engineering as per the requirement of the multi-functional pole system.

[0065] The multi-functional light pole system 10 of the present invention finds application in smart cities, apartment buildings, malls, parks etc and provide advantages as below:

- Multi-functional: The pole system is adapted to provide devices such as light, solar panel, EV charger, WI-Fi access point, cameras, display screen for advertisement, sensors, battery, inverters at one place
- Functional Modularity: The pole system comprises three sections which provide arrangement to mount and dismount multiple devices as per the requirements to add or remove required functionality to the pole system
- Structural Modularity: The pole system is made of three removably connected sections viz. top, middle and bottom along with the rack. As per the requirements more middle sections may be added to increase the height of the pole system or to provide space for mounting more devices
- Aesthetical appearance: The electrical wires needed for connecting various devices are disposed on the interior side of the pole system and the devices mounted outside may be enclosed in boxes to avoid any visibility of clamps used to mount them on the pole system, thereby making it aesthetically pleasing
- Ease of Maintenance: Door provided at bottom section allows an easy access to an operator to the interior side of the pole system for monitoring and controlling the functions of the pole system
- Anti-theft: The door is provided with electronic lock to prevent opening by unauthorized personnel. Also a SMS is sent to a mobile number whenever the door is opened.
- Remote Monitoring and Control: The pole system is communicatively connected to a remote computer system to remotely monitor and control the functionality of the pole system.

[0066] Although a particular exemplary embodiment of the invention has been disclosed in detail for illustrative purposes, it will be recognized to those skilled in the art that variations or modifications of the disclosed invention, including the rearrangement in the configurations of the parts, changes in steps and their sequences may be possible. Accordingly, the invention is intended to embrace all such alternatives, modifications and variations as may fall within the spirit and scope of the present invention.

[0067] The foregoing descriptions of specific embodiments of the present invention have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching.

[0068] The foregoing description of the specific embodiments will so fully reveal the general nature of the embodiments herein that others can, by applying current knowledge, readily modify and/or adapt for various applications such specific embodiments without departing from the generic concept, and, therefore, such adaptations and modifications should and are intended to be comprehended within the meaning and range of equivalents of the disclosed embodiments. It is to be understood that the phraseology or terminology employed herein is for the purpose of description and not of limitation. Therefore, while the embodiments herein have been described in terms of preferred embodiments, those skilled in the art will recognize that the embodiments herein can be practiced with modification within the spirit and scope of the appended claims.

,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:

1. A multi-functional light pole system comprising:
- a bottom section;
- at least one middle section mounted vertically on the bottom section;
- a top section mounted vertically on the at least one middle section, such that the bottom section, at least one middle section and the top section form a longitudinal pole; and
- a rack enclosed inside the longitudinal pole, the rack is adapted to hold a plurality of components used in the light pole system.

2. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, is used to provide
at least one function from a list including lighting, electricity generation using solar panel, security cameras, Wi-Fi access point, EV charging station, displays for advertisements and displaying data sensed by the sensors in one single place.

3. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein the plurality of components includes at least one battery, a battery charger, electrical connection distribution box, electrical wire connections and other electrical and electronic devices.

4. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, includes at least one light bulb, at least one display unit, a solar panel, a plurality of cameras, a Wi-fi router, a plurality of sensors etc installed on an outer surface of the pole system.

5. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein each of the top section, the at least one middle section and the bottom section are adapted to be connected with each other to form an enclosure.

6. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 5, wherein the top section, the at least one middle section and the bottom section are provided with flanges on outer surfaces to connect with each other using a nut and bolt system.

7. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 5, wherein the top section, the at least one middle section and the bottom section are provided with threads on inner and outer surfaces such that adjacent sections to connect with each other.

8. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 5, wherein the top section, the at least one middle section and the bottom section are connected in a telescopic arrangement with each other.

9. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 5, wherein the top section, the at least one middle section and the bottom section are connected using a snap-fit locking mechanism.

10. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein the top, at least one middle and the bottom sections are made using a material selected from a list including cast iron, mild steel, composite material or a combination thereof.

11. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein each of the top, the at least one middle and the bottom section is provided with fastening arrangements on inner and outer surfaces at various locations, enabling mounting of different devices on the sections as per the requirement of the multi-functional pole system.

12. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein the rack includes at least four vertical channel rods with a base plate, a top plate, a plurality of horizontal support members to form the frame of rack and allow additional plates to be attached to the frame as per the requirement of placing and mounting various devices.

13. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 12, wherein the rack includes a battery kept on the base plate, an inverter kept on an additional plate, a distribution box mounted on the two vertical rods of the frame, a socket panel to connect wires, a LAN module mounted on the frame for communicating with a remote computer system, a controller mounted on the frame to monitor and control the different devices in the pole system and a NVR (Network Video Recorder) for recording a camera input in a server.

14. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, further includes a plurality of sensors to sense and monitor different parameters including Air Quality index, moisture content, ambient temperature, Carbon dioxide content, moisture level.

15. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein the bottom section includes a door to provide access to a person to monitor the devices and perform any repair or maintenance operation for the pole system.

16. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein the bottom section further includes a charging socket to charge an electric vehicle, an emergency contact box to directly call to a pre-defined phone number in case of emergency situations.

17. The multi-functional light pole system according to claim 1, wherein each of the top, the at least one middle and the bottom section is provided with a plurality of holes and conduits on inner and outer sides to facilitate securing of electrical wires.

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1 201721045112-PROVISIONAL SPECIFICATION [15-12-2017(online)].pdf 2017-12-15
2 201721045112-FORM 1 [15-12-2017(online)].pdf 2017-12-15
3 201721045112-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [15-12-2017(online)].jpg 2017-12-15
4 201721045112-DRAWINGS [15-12-2017(online)].pdf 2017-12-15
5 201721045112-DRAWING [14-12-2018(online)].pdf 2018-12-14
6 201721045112-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [14-12-2018(online)].pdf 2018-12-14
7 Abstract1.jpg 2020-07-04