Abstract: The sustainable organic farming is a pressing need for a developing economy where there is a lot of pressure on the agriculture production due to large population. As the agriculture production demand increases so does the use of inorganic and chemical fertilizers and compost increases which deteriorates the soil fertility in the long run.Hence, we see their ambitious demand for the organic farming through organic compost. Hence an environmentalfriendy wind power assisted IOT based organic compost machine as shown in fig (1) is developed to increase the agricultural productivity within runup process between 8 to 10 days.The shredded waste mixed with browns is churned with high speed DC motor fitted stirring device.The machine convert to heating chamber (70 degree temperature ) by use of wind powered heater and remove existed moisture from compost within time counts of 2 days .Then we allow to cool ready compost for 6 to 8 days.In a calculated 120 kilo units 70 kilos of ready compost can be prepare.BreezSlim SLM70 70 CFM exhaust fan as shown in fig (2) fitted to pump out gas continuously produced from organic compost. Generated alternative current produced from wind mill converted to DC using a battery & inverter which will run DC motor, Heating Chamber, IoT Integration, Exhaust both directions (in/ out).As different organic biodegradable waste having different decomposition rate of time, this invention is used for particular kind of waste.This invention empowering Sustainable practice,industry 4.0(IoT integration), particular for equal kind of biodegradable waste (decomposition rate), environment friendy ,& renewable source of energy.This cost effective machine will take equal opportunity as conventional compost machine available in market.
Field of The Invention: IOT
Background of the Invention:
The sustainable organic farming is a pressing need for a developing economy where there is a lot of pressure on the agriculture production due to large population. As the agriculture production demand increases so does the use of inorganic and chemical fertilizers and compost increases which deteriorates the soil fertility in the long run. Moreover, it also has many negative effects on health. Hence, we see their ambitious demand for the organic farming through organic compost. To meet this target there is are various methods and procedures prevalent in the country. However, in the recent times the government and policy makers have given stress on the waste management through organic composting. India gets around 1.5 lakh tonnes of solid waste every day and its biodegradable fraction ranges between 30 per cent and 70 per cent for various Indian cities. This natural form of wet waste is helpful in tapping the huge demand for the organic composting. Though there are many issues related to the disposal mechanism of the waste which need to be aligned for the effective use of waste in the organic composting. It can play a significant part in replacing the chemical fertilizer in refilling the nutrient depleted soil.
Introduction
In India, The Wind Power Development Programme was launched in the last year of Sixth Five Year Plan (1983-84). After that, the first wind power plants were established at Ratnagiri (Maharashtra), Okha (Gujarat) and Tuticorin (Tamil Nadu). Currently, India has become the fourth largest country in terms of wind power installation with total installed wind power capacity of 37,669 MW (February 2020). As of 31st October 2019, Tamil Nadu is considered as the largest producer with the capacity of 9231.77 MW followed by Gujarat (7203.77 MW), Maharashtra (4794.13 MW), Karnataka (4753.4 MW) and Rajasthan (4299.73 MW). The major wind power plants with greater than 500 MW production are Muppandal Wind Farm (1500 MW) in Maharashtra, Jaisalmer Wind Park (1064 MW) in Rajasthan and Brahmanvel Wind Farm (528 MW) in Maharashtra .
The total wind power generation is recorded as 62, 036.37 GWh (Table 1) in which 50.99 % is covered by southern states trailed by western states (38.57 %), northern states (10.32 %) and eastern states (0.12 %). Power generation in northern states is totally absentdue to its geographical location.
Recent Developments in Compost Making
• Alfa Therm Composting provides three different types of Alfa therm composting machines are available which are fully automated, semi- automated user-friendly machines. They use food waste or other organic waste material for compost development. These machines are being used by various hotels for their waste management and compost creating which is used in gardens or in organic farming.
• Mr. Gurmail Singh Dhonsi developed a tractor mounted compost aerator. The innovation was facilitated in 2011 by the Union Minister and it also received 6th Biennial Competition- innovation award in 2012. The innovation is supported under MVIF scheme of NIF.
• Bioneer is an innovation of Excel Industries Private Limited, Mumbai. It is a innovation which produces compost from organic waste in 24 hours. Bioneer, ground-breaking in-vessel composter machine is available in the market.
Support from Government
Marketing of the fertilizer involves the storage, transportation and selling to the farmers. India is a large country with many remote places. Modern agriculture is based on the use of inputs which are often purchased and so places the importance of marketing. The fertilizer distribution system in India works at three level in India:
• The Government agencies
• the cooperative agencies
• and private agencies.
Till the end of first five year plan the Chemical fertilizer were sold by the cooperative societies and the State Agricultural Department. In 1960’s government permitted the licensed production units to sell 70 percent of the fertilizers themselves while the remaining portion was sold by the public agencies.
In 1956 National Development Council encouraged cooperative societies to supply the agriculture input. Cooperative societies were given governmental assistance in the form of assistance for the construction of inventory houses, managing staff and other expenses to manage the fertilizer distribution channel.
In the fourth five year plan Rs. 12.36 crores was provided to different marketing cooperatives in the country to enable them to raise working capital from RBI and SBI and commercial banks. Further assistance was given in the Fifth Five Year Plan. Sikkim & Arunachal Pradesh are trying to become an organic state completely and later or sooner 2 other states like Himachal Pradesh &Uttarakhand will also become an organic state (as per govt. official statements). Agri-producing states like Punjab, Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Bihar, Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra & Karnataka government are also concentrating on organic fertilizer. They are developing a mechanism along with farmers & officials that farmers should use at least some part of nutrients through organic source.
The National and State level marketing federations have also established technical cells, including experts on agricultural inputs and storage, with Financial assistance from the National Coopera¬tive Development Corporations (NCDC). Through these cells, the apex level federa¬tions provide the requisite leadership, guidance and support to their constituent societies in developing business in various fields.The Indian Farmers’ Fertilizer Cooperatives Limited (IFFCO) has taken a lead in the field of fertilizer production. This is a federation of 24,000 Indian Agricultural Cooperatives. Its uniqueness lies in the fact that the shareholders would not only own and operate the fertilizer plants, but will also consume the products and share the profits.This project has cost Rs. 100 crores and is located in Gujarat, Kandhla, and Kalol. Another plant costing Rs. 165 crores is set up at Phulpur, Allahabadand Uttar Pradesh.
The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers announced a Policy in February 2016 on Promotion of City Compost to promote city compost. The scheme was promoted using a punch line ‘Compost Banao, Compost Apnao’. Swachh Bharat Mission has also committed on providing household waste for preparing compost from October 2019 which accounted for only 5 percent of the organic waste converted into compost. The lack of marketing and unproductive implementation did not give the required results. According to MoHUA, in 2017, the average compost production increased to 16,000 tonne per month from 12,000 tonnes per month in 2016. The policy on promotion of city compost was rolled out to facilitate its marketing through fixed MDA of Rs 1,500 per tonne on sale of compost made from municipal solid waste, which can be used as organic fertiliser by farmers. This subsidy was to reduce the selling price of compost for farmers. The NBA and city Compost scheme is an effort of the central government to promote the balanced use of fertilizer, reduce the subsidy burden on government, to improve the availability of fertilizer to the farmers andsupporting the Swachh Bharat Mission and provide city compost at subsidized rates to the farmers. The government projected an expenditure (2019-20) of Rs. 61,792 crores or subsidy expenditure for the scheme on actual basis since national rollout of DBT entails 100% payment of subsidy to fertilizer companies on sale of fertilizers to farmers at subsidized rates.
Government has various supporting schemes for the financial assistance for the promotion of organic fertilizers:
• National Project on Organic Farming (2004-05) – It is a scheme of NABARD which encourages the development of organic and biological inputs for agriculture production. It is a Capital Investment Subsidy Scheme which is being implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Cooperation & Farmers’ Welfare through National Centre of Organic Farming (NCOF) in collaboration with NABARD or National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC). The scheme is beneficial for the bio fertilizers and bio pesticides production units, fruits and vegetables waste compost units, NGOs, APMC, municipalities, private entrepreneurs and individuals.
• ParamparagatKrishiVikasYojana (PKVY) - This scheme promotes organic farming by adopting organic village in cluster and provides financial assistance
• Mission for Integrated Development of Horticulture – It is a financial assistance scheme for setting up vermicompost. The benefit is provided up to 50 percent of the cost or maximum Rs. 30,000 per beneficiary.
• National Project on Management of Soil Health and Fertility (NPMSHF)provides financial assistance of up to Rs.500/- per hectare for organic fertilizer.
• RashtriyaKrishiVikasYojana (RKVY)- also provides financialassistance for organic fertilizers.
Summary of the Invention
Composting is a natural process of converting the decayed organic material or decomposes the organic material into plant fertilizer. The composting is done in controlled conditions using food waste, animal waste, crops residuals or some suitable industrial or municipal waste. It serves the dual purpose of developing the fertilizer and waste management for enhancing the fertility of the soil. Compost uses organic matter and is a sustainable agriculture production method which intact the minerals and natural fertility of the soil. The composting uses plants and organic waste which are full of nutrients which enriches the biological and physico-chemical properties of the soil. The agriculture land which constantly utilizes sustainable agriculture through organic compose naturally gains. The soil properties are improved.
a) The soil develops resistant towards toxins and diseases
b) Crops are improved as the plant nutrients are absorbed in the soil.
c) Due to Vital microbial activity the soil holds active nutrient cycling capacity
d) Due to these benefits the yield increases, risks to crops reduces.
There are various methods of organic composting:
• Indoor Composting - In¬door composting is a method which stores damp organic material in bins and the material breaks down intro humus or organic topsoil. The composting is done in containers which mean it does not require large space. The composting is done in small scale by group of households. The organic waste in small villages is used as a raw material for preparing the compost. It is a sustainable organic method which can be a source of earning livelihood by the farmers by selling it. The containers hold the compost and helps in aeration. The container is a plank box with gaps. There are layers in the box with one layer of soil, one layer of kitchen waste, scrap and some leaves and barks and final layer of garden soil which provides the bacteria for compost. The compost requires carbon to nitrogen ratio around 30:1. The process also requires oxygen which allows the heat to be distributed evenly and speeds up the process. This process is a time consuming process which might take upto 24 months all depending upon the humidity, size of the container, raw material used and the temperature.
• Windrow Composting- It is a land intensive composting method in which the compost is piled in spaced boxes or rows. The waste is kept in large rows and when
• the rows are flipped aeration happens. The length of the windrows can vary as per the availability of the space. PVC pipes are adjusted to the rows. The pipe has holes for the circulation of air and also to add water inroder to keep the moisture intact whenever required. To speed up the process of composting a blower is used. The use of the blower adds up to the cost of the procedure due to maintenance, energy input and manpower cost. Another way of composting through windrow is to place the rows outdoors if the land required is available
Vermi- composting- This method uses worm manure as a source of providing nutrient rich organic fertilizer. The earthworms, red wigglers and white worms are used after being prepared with nutrient by feeding them with vegetables and fruits peels etc. This method is used in India as it is cost effective and environment friendly. Vermi composting uses 2 bin system. In the first bin the worms are fed which are then transferred to the bottom bin. The bins are connected with each other with holes for worm movement and drainage. The entire process takes at least 2 weeks after which the worms are removed and transferred after they have left the castings in the bottom bin. There is a lid which collects the compost drained which is used as fertilizer
Description of the Drawings
Fig-1 shows the Wind Powered IoT based Sustainable Organic Compost Machine
Fig2 shows BreezSlim SLM70 70 CFM Exhaust Fan
Description the Invention
This special designed environment friendy wind power assisted organic compost machine as shown in fig (1) prepare ready organic compost within runup process between 8 to 10 days.The shredded waste mixed with browns is churned with high speed DC motor fitted stirring device.The machine as shown in fig (1) convert to heating chamber (70 degree temperature ) by use of wind powered heater and remove existed moisture from compost within time counts of 2 days .Then we allow to cool ready compost for 6 to 8 days.In a calculated 120 kilo units 70 kilos of ready compost can be prepare.BreezSlim SLM70 70 CFM exhaust fan as shown in fig (2) fitted to pump out gas continuously produced from organic compost. Generated alternative current produced from wind mill converted to DC using a battery & inverter which will run DC motor, Heating Chamber, IoT Integration, Exhaust both directions (in/ out).As different organic biodegradable waste having different decomposition rate of time, this project used for particular kind of waste.This project empowering Sustainable practice,industry 4.0(IoT integration), particular for equal kind of biodegradable waste (decomposition rate), environment friendy ,& renewable source of energy.This cost effective machine as shown in fig (1) will take equal opportunity as conventional compost machine available in market.India is the second-largest consumer of fertilizers in the world with an annual consumption of more than 55 million metric tons. As per the statistics 11.8 million acres of land (2013-14) in India is under organic documentation mostly for forest out of which 1.8 million acres is cultivable land under organic certification. However, it is projected that the global organic fertilizers market will grow at a CAGR of 9.1% from 2018 and reach USD 4,606.7 million by 2023.
Benefits to Indian Agriculture with the adoption of Wind Powered IoT based Sustainable Organic Compost Machine:
1. Increase in Agricultural Productivity:The World Bank in its Sustainable Millennium Goal (SDG) 2.3; Productivity and Income, 2015, has emphasized developing countries to double the income of farmers by 2030. It has prioritized agricultural development in developing countries as a prerequisite for economic growth and a higher standard of living of farmers and can be considered as the most effective tool to reduce the gap between developed and developing countries. To increase per capita income of India organic farming with organic waste utilization can be a significant contributory factor.
2. Increase in Farm Income: Organic compost machine as shown in fig (1) would reduce and reuse biodegradable farm waste and would increase farm productivity with a reduction in the marginal cost of farm product and increase in farm income with a reduction in farmer’s debt obligations.
3. Reduction in carbon emission: Adoption of Organic compost, machineas shown in fig (1) would strengthen green farming and would improve soil and land fertility with a reduction in chemical fertilizers. Improved soil fertility and soil health would reduce greenhouse gas emission and improve water table hence would lead to sustainable agricultural growth.
4. Cost-efficient and Technologically Integrated Organic Compost Machine:
Sustainable farming can be enhanced with the adoption of Organic Compost Machineas shown in fig (1). Hence the innovative product has immense market potential and can create unique value for its consumers.
To avoid disruption of the ecosystem and sustainability of growth and price level in the economy and world market, the only mantra is resilient and sustainable agriculture practices. The adoption of organic fertilizers improves soil fertility. The fertility of soil enhances agricultural productivity, results in an increase in farm income, and a reduction in the debt burden of the farmers. Hence the product has immense market potential.
1. Selection of geographical region with high acceptance and potential of wind power energy.
2. A pilot study to be conducted to sensitize farmers towards the benefits of adoption of Organic Compost Machineas shown in fig (1).
3. The sample product to be marketed to a few selected farmers and their feedback to be taken after two weeks to know the level of acceptance and benefits of the product for farmers.
4. Stratification of consumers will help in Direct selling and Indirect Selling: The compost will be sold to the target customers in the region to farmers, directly and also through agriculture input sellers in the region.
5. The product will be marketed through websites which would involve the videos and audios of the product usage and the benefits of the product.
6. The product can be sold through State government and municipal corporation that can promote employment opportunity by developing an organic waste collection programme and through the collaboration of rural community village’s organic waste can be recycled and reused for the welfare of villagers through the Organic Compost Machine as shown in fig (1)
7. Farmers and all the stakeholders will be sensitized towards the reliability of organic fertilizer and its benefits over chemical fertilizers through effective communication
Claims:
1.A Novel environment friendy IOT based wind power assisted organic compost machine as shown in fig (1) within runup process between 8 to 10 days to increase the agricultural productivity.
2. The Machine as claimed in claim1 wherein The shredded waste mixed with browns is churned with high speed DC motor fitted stirring device.
3.The Machine as claimed in claim1 wherein the The machine as shown in fig (1) converts to heating chamber (70 degree temperature ) by use of wind powered heater and removes moisture from compost within time counts of 2 days.
4. The Machine as claimed in claim 3 wherein the compost is allowed to get cool for 6 to 8 days as out of 120 kilo units, 70 kilos of compost can be prepared
5.The Machine as claimed in claim1 wherein the BreezSlim SLM70 70 CFM exhaust fan as shown in fig (2) is fitted to pump out gas continuously produced from organic compost.
6.The Machine as claimed in claim1 wherein the Generated alternative current produced from wind mill is converted to DC using a battery and inverter which will run DC motor, Heating Chamber, IoT Integration, Exhausts both in and out direction.
7.The Machine as claimed in claim1 wherein the machine is cost effective and it reduces the carbon emission.
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| 2 | 202031022084-FER_SER_REPLY [04-12-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-12-04 |
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| 3 | 202031022084-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
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| 4 | 202031022084-AMENDED DOCUMENTS [18-06-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-06-18 |
| 5 | 202031022084-FORM 3 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
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| 6 | 202031022084-RELEVANT DOCUMENTS [18-06-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-06-18 |
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| 7 | 202031022084-CLAIMS UNDER RULE 1 (PROVISIO) OF RULE 20 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
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| 8 | 202031022084-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 9 | 202031022084-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 9 | 202031022084-ENDORSEMENT BY INVENTORS [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
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| 11 | 202031022084-ENDORSEMENT BY INVENTORS [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 12 | 202031022084-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 12 | 202031022084-FIGURE OF ABSTRACT [26-05-2020(online)].jpg | 2020-05-26 |
| 13 | 202031022084-CLAIMS UNDER RULE 1 (PROVISIO) OF RULE 20 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 13 | 202031022084-FORM 1 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 14 | 202031022084-FORM 18 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 14 | 202031022084-RELEVANT DOCUMENTS [18-06-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-06-18 |
| 15 | 202031022084-FORM 13 [18-06-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-06-18 |
| 15 | 202031022084-FORM 3 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 16 | 202031022084-AMENDED DOCUMENTS [18-06-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-06-18 |
| 16 | 202031022084-FORM-9 [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 17 | 202031022084-FER.pdf | 2021-10-18 |
| 17 | 202031022084-REQUEST FOR EARLY PUBLICATION(FORM-9) [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 18 | 202031022084-FER_SER_REPLY [04-12-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-12-04 |
| 18 | 202031022084-REQUEST FOR EXAMINATION (FORM-18) [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
| 19 | 202031022084-US(14)-HearingNotice-(HearingDate-14-09-2022).pdf | 2022-08-25 |
| 19 | 202031022084-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [26-05-2020(online)].pdf | 2020-05-26 |
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