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TECHNICAL FIELD
[0002] The embodiments of the present disclosure generally relate to hydroponic and aeroponic farming practices involving parapet and railing elements, and specifically to a railing system integrated with a hydroponic plant growing apparatus for growing vegetation, for example, plants in vertical baluster strips.

BACKGROUND
[0003] The following description of the related art is intended to provide background information pertaining to the field of the disclosure. This section may include certain aspects of the art that may be related to various features of the present disclosure. However, it should be appreciated that this section is used only to enhance the understanding of the reader with respect to the present disclosure, and not as admissions of the prior art.
[0004] Balcony gardening is a growing trend in urban areas, driven by a desire for green spaces in cities. As urbanization increases, many city dwellers find themselves in high-rise buildings or apartments with limited access to traditional gardens. This has sparked interest in using balconies as miniature gardens, enabling people to connect with nature and enjoy gardening despite space constraints. Several factors contribute to the popularity of balcony gardening. Firstly, it maximizes available space, transforming balconies into vibrant, green retreats. It also improves air quality by absorbing carbon dioxide and releasing oxygen, creating a healthier environment. Additionally, balcony gardening allows individuals to grow their own food, promoting self-sufficiency, and reducing reliance on store-bought produce. Furthermore, interacting with plants and nature has been proven to positively impact mental well-being, reducing anxiety, and promoting relaxation.
[0005] To encourage the practice of balcony gardening, urban planners and architects are integrating green spaces into building designs. Developers are including balconies and rooftop gardens in their projects, acknowledging their positive impact on resident’s quality of life. However, limited space poses a significant challenge for urban gardeners. Balconies are typically small, and the use of pots can take up valuable floor space. Additionally, ensuring proper watering practices can be difficult for home gardeners, as overwatering or underwatering plants can result in problems like root rot or dehydration.
[0006] Many techniques have been evolved to obviate the above-mentioned issues, for instance, conventional systems consist of individual planter elements rather than integrated railing systems, requiring a purchase of separate products. They are often not well-suited for balconies, adding bulky elements to the already limited space. Further, soil-based systems are heavy and require large amounts of water, and lack automation features. The soil-based systems often do not blend well with the balcony's aesthetic, detracting from an overall look of the building with visually intrusive elements. Some systems require additional storage space for nutrient solutions.
[0007] There is, therefore, a need in the art to provide an improved railing system by overcoming the deficiencies of the prior art(s).

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0008] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies are listed herein below.
[0009] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a railing system that allows users to grow vegetation in vertical baluster strips and inclined strips.
[0010] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a railing system that holds hydroponic solution for growing vegetation in net-pots which can easily be inserted into holes of the railing system.
[0011] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a railing system that is improved in aesthetics and functionality.
[0012] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a railing system that provides a space for practical gardening/farming along with automating watering of vegetation.
[0013] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a railing system that includes a water channel with attachable pipes to serve as a dripping system for automating a watering process for a user.

SUMMARY
[0014] This section is provided to introduce certain objects and aspects of the present disclosure in a simplified form that are further described below in the detailed description. This summary is not intended to identify the key features or the scope of the claimed subject matter.
[0015] In an aspect the present disclosure relates to a railing system. The railing system includes a top-rail assembly including a running base-section with a plurality of intermittent holes along a length of the top-rail assembly, a primary water pipe formed of a plurality of branches extended downwards through the plurality of intermittent holes, and a removable cap-section configured over the running base-section to conceal the primary water pipe. The railing system includes a plurality of balusters extended between the top-rail assembly and a ground platform. The plurality of balusters includes a central-tube region with a vertical-cavity to accommodate roots of a vegetation, and one or more entry points on a surface of the central-tube region to allow the vegetation to be inserted in a net-pot. The plurality of balusters includes a hollow top-neck portion affixed below the plurality of intermittent holes. The hollow top-neck portion includes a primary hole to allow the plurality of branches of the primary water pipe to enter into the vertical-cavity, such that plurality of branches provide at least one of water and nutrients to the roots of the vegetation in the vertical-cavity. The plurality of balusters includes a bottom-neck portion fixed to the ground platform.
[0016] In an embodiment, the plurality of intermittent holes may be provided to allow the plurality of branches to exit the top-rail assembly and enter the plurality of balusters.
[0017] In an embodiment, the railing system may include a bottom-rail assembly including a secondary water pipe to allow irrigation to the roots of the vegetation in the vertical-cavity.
[0018] In an embodiment, a lower portion of each of the plurality of balusters or the bottom-neck portion may be fixed to the bottom-rail assembly.
[0019] In an embodiment, the bottom-rail assembly may include a running hollow section, such that the water drained from each of the plurality of balusters through a drainage channel, after passing through the roots of the vegetation, may be collected and stored in the running hollow section.
[0020] In an embodiment, each of the plurality of balusters may include at least one of: a joint at the top-neck portion and the bottom-neck portion to allow free rotation of each of the plurality of balusters, and a rotatable-central region with one or more junctions to allow mutual rotation of each of the plurality of balusters.
[0021] In an embodiment, the primary hole may continue vertically to form a root-cavity in a central-tube region of each of the plurality of balusters.
[0022] In an embodiment, an external surface of the central-tube region may include one or more openings to form one or more plant-insertion areas. The one or more plant-insertion areas may be covered with a lid.
[0023] In an embodiment, the one or more plant-insertion areas may be formed to hold the vegetation in the net-pot, such that the roots of the vegetation are provided in the root-cavity.
[0024] In an embodiment, the one or more plant-insertion areas may be divided into one or more hinged-units. The one or more hinged-units may open or close rotating on pivots to expose or conceal the net-pot inserted in the one or more plant-insertion areas.
[0025] In an embodiment, the railing system may include one or more intermediate members affixed between the top-rail assembly and the bottom-rail assembly. The one or more intermediate members may include any or a combination of one or more hollow pipes, rods, glass panels, or the plurality of balusters.
[0026] In an embodiment, the primary water pipe may include at least two ends. A first end may be connected to at least one of a water source and a bottom-reservoir, and a second end may be either closed or terminated in a downward-pipe connected to a last baluster of the plurality of balusters.
[0027] In an embodiment, water from at least one of the water source and the bottom-reservoir may be channelized through the primary water pipe and distributed downwards to each of the plurality of balusters.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0028] For a better understanding of the nature and desired objects of the present disclosure, reference is made to the following detailed description taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawing figures wherein like reference character/numerals denote corresponding parts throughout the several views. Objects, features, and advantages of embodiments disclosed herein may be better understood by referring to the following description in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. The drawings are not meant to limit the scope of the claims included herewith. For clarity, not every element may be labelled in every figure. The drawings are not necessarily to scale, emphasis instead being placed upon illustrating embodiments, principles, and concepts. Thus, features and advantages of the present disclosure will become more apparent from the following detailed description of exemplary embodiments thereof taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings in which:
[0029] FIGs. 1A-1C illustrate schematic representations of a railing system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0030] FIG. 2 illustrates an exploded view of a top-rail assembly of a railing system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0031] FIGs. 3A and 3B illustrate schematic views depicting positions of balusters in a railing system, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0032] FIG. 4A illustrates schematic views depicting various parts of balusters with a holder, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0033] FIG. 4B illustrates schematic views depicting various parts of balusters with hinged-units, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0034] FIG. 5A illustrates a schematic view depicting balusters fixed to a bottom-rail assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0035] FIG. 5B illustrates a schematic view depicting balusters fixed to a ground platform, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0036] FIGs. 6A-6C illustrate schematic views depicting a watering system with non-closed circulation and closed circulations, respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0037] FIG. 7A illustrates a sectional view depicting a welded junction between balusters and a top-rail assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0038] FIG. 7B illustrates a sectional view depicting a bolted junction between balusters and a top-rail assembly, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0039] FIG. 8A illustrates a partially longitudinal sectional view depicting a mating joinery between balusters and a top-rail assembly type-1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0040] FIG. 8B illustrates a partially longitudinal sectional view depicting a mating joinery between balusters and a top-rail assembly type-2, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0041] FIG. 8C illustrates a partially longitudinal sectional view illustrating a mating joinery between balusters and a top-rail assembly-screw type, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0042] FIG. 9 illustrates a longitudinal sectional view depicting a joinery between balusters and a top-rail assembly with a ball bearing, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0043] FIG. 10A illustrates a longitudinal sectional view depicting a joinery between balusters and top and bottom-rail assemblies with an attachment member, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0044] FIG. 10B illustrates schematic views explaining installation of intermediate members using attachment members, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0045] FIG. 11A illustrates a longitudinal sectional view depicting a joinery between balusters and a ground platform by grouting, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0046] FIG. 11B illustrates a longitudinal sectional view depicting a joinery between balusters and a ground platform by bolting, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0047] FIG. 11C illustrates a longitudinal sectional view depicting a joinery between balusters and a ground platform with a ground-piece, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0048] FIG. 12 illustrates a longitudinal sectional view of balusters with a rotatable central region, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0049] FIG. 13 illustrates a schematic representation of a railing system with an example arrangement of glass intermediate elements and balusters, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0050] FIG. 14 illustrates a schematic view depicting a railing system implemented in a slanting surface, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0051] The foregoing shall be more apparent from the following more detailed description of the disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0052] Hereinafter, various exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure will be described with reference to the accompanying drawings, where it should be understood that all these drawings and description are only presented as exemplary embodiments. It is to be noted that based on the subsequent description, several alternative embodiments may be conceived that may have a structure similar to that disclosed herein and/or formed by a method as disclosed herein, and all such alternative embodiments may be used without departing from the principle of the disclosure as claimed herein, and hence such alternative embodiments are construed to fall within the scope of the present disclosure.
[0053] All references in the specification made to “one embodiment,” “an embodiment,” “a preferred embodiment” etc., indicate that the embodiment described herein may include a particular feature, structure, or characteristic, but every embodiment may not necessarily include the particular feature, structure, or characteristic. Moreover, such phrases may not be necessarily referring to the same embodiment. It should also be understood that various terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing a particular embodiment or specific embodiments only and the use of such terminology is not intended to be limiting the scope and spirit of the present disclosure. As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an” and “the” may also include the plural forms, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “has” and “including” used herein, specify the presence of stated features, elements, and/or components etc., but do not preclude the presence of one or more other features, elements, components and/or a combination thereof. For example, the term “multiple” used here indicates “two or more;” the term “and/or” used here may comprise any or all combinations of one or more of the items listed in parallel. Definitions of other terms will be specifically provided in the following description. Furthermore, in the following description, some functions, or structures well-known to those skilled in the art will be omitted in order not to obscure embodiments of the disclosure in the unnecessary details.
[0054] It may be appreciated that these exemplary embodiments are provided only for enabling those skilled in the art to better understand and then further implement the present disclosure, not intended to limit the scope of the present disclosure in any manner. Besides, in the drawings, for a purpose of illustration, optional steps, modules, and units may be illustrated in dotted-line blocks.
[0055] Exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a railing system that allows users to grow vegetation in vertical baluster strips and inclined strips. It may be appreciated that the terms "vegetation" and "plants" may be interchangeably referred throughout the disclosure. The railing system includes a top-rail assembly including a running base-section with a plurality of intermittent holes along a length of the top-rail assembly, a primary water pipe formed of a plurality of branches extended downwards through the plurality of intermittent holes, and a removable cap-section configured over the running base-section to conceal the primary water pipe. The railing system includes a plurality of balusters extended between the top-rail assembly and a ground platform. The plurality of balusters includes a central-tube region with a vertical-cavity to accommodate roots of a vegetation, and one or more entry points on a surface of the central-tube region to allow the vegetation to be inserted in a net-pot. The plurality of balusters includes a hollow top-neck portion affixed below the plurality of intermittent holes. The hollow top-neck portion includes a primary hole to allow the plurality of branches of the primary water pipe to enter into the vertical-cavity, such that plurality of branches provide at least one of water and nutrients to the roots of the vegetation in the vertical-cavity. The plurality of balusters includes a bottom-neck portion fixed to the ground platform.
[0056] The railing system utilizes low-pressure drip aeroponics for watering the plants, and the nutrient solution may be circulated to ensure water savings. The railing system may be compatible with grill and glass elements to retain aesthetics of regular parapets. The balusters may have insert points for plants, and a vertical water supply line. The balusters include joineries at their necks to allow the balusters to rotate, allowing the user to choose whether to face the plants internally or externally. The top and the bottom rail assemblies may be utilized for concealed water circulation lines.
[0057] Various embodiments of the present disclosure will be explained in detail with reference to FIGs. 1A-14.
[0058] FIGs. 1A-1C illustrate schematic representations of a railing system (1000), in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0059] The railing system (1000) may be made flexible and may be implemented to allow users to grow vegetation or plants in vertical baluster strips and inclined strips with an integrated irrigation. The railing system (1000) may utilize low-pressure drip aeroponics for watering the plants, and may circulate the nutrient solution to ensure water savings. Aeroponics method of growing plants may be utilized to achieve efficient growth, faster growth cycles, and easy maintenance of the railing system (1000). The railing system (1000) may be made compatible with standard grill and glass screening elements to retain freedom and aesthetics of regular railing systems.
[0060] With reference to FIGs. 1A-1C, the railing system (1000) may include a top-rail assembly (100), one or more intermediate members (102), and a bottom-rail assembly (104). In an embodiment, the railing system (1000) may include the bottom-rail assembly (104). In an embodiment, the railing system (1000) may be implemented without the bottom-rail assembly (104). The one or more intermediate members (102) may be affixed between the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104). The one or more intermediate members (102) may be, for example, one or more hollow pipes (106), rods, glass panels (108) (as illustrated in FIG. 13), or a plurality of balusters (110), based on an arrangement decided by a designer. It may be appreciated that the one or more intermediate members (102) may be collectively referred to as the intermediate members (102), and individually referred to as the intermediate member (102).
[0061] The plurality of balusters (110) may be collectively referred to as the balusters (110) and individually referred to as the baluster (110). In an embodiment, the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104) may include piping systems inside them to allow irrigation on the balusters (110).
[0062] FIG. 1A, 1B, and 1C illustrate the railing system (1000) with the intermediate members (102) being rods and the balusters (110) in three states. In an embodiment, the balusters (110) may include one or more plant-insertion areas (112), as illustrated in FIG. 1A. The plants (114) may be inserted in the one or more plant-insertion areas (112), as illustrated in FIG. 1B. In an embodiment, the plant-insertion areas (112) may be covered with a lid (116) such that the railing system (1000) may appear similar to typical regular railings, as illustrated in FIG. 1C.
[0063] FIG. 2 illustrates an exploded view of the top-rail assembly (100) of the railing system (1000), in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0064] With reference to FIG. 2, the top-rail assembly (100) may include a running cap-section (122), a running base-section (124), and a running top water-pipe (126). It may be appreciated that the running top water-pipe (126) may be interchangeably referred to as a primary water pipe (126) throughout the disclosure. In an embodiment, the running base-section (124) may be provided with a plurality of intermittent holes (132) along a length of the top-rail assembly (100). In an embodiment, the top-rail assembly (100) may include the primary water pipe (126) formed of a plurality of branches (128). The plurality of branches (128) may correspond to a number of the balusters (110) to be installed. The plurality of branches (128) may be extended downwards through the plurality of intermittent holes (132). The downward branches (128) may connect to the primary water pipe (126) via, for example, T-junction connectors (130).
[0065] In an embodiment, the cap-section (122) may be configured over the running base-section (124) to conceal the primary water pipe (126). The running base-section (124) and the cap-section (122) may form a closed enclosure along the length of the top-rail assembly (100), creating a concealed passage for the primary water pipe (126). The cap-section (122) may be made removable to provide access to the primary water pipe (126) for installation and maintenance. In an embodiment, the plurality of intermittent holes (132) in the base-section (124) may allow the downward branches (128) to exit the top-rail assembly (100) and enter the balusters (110).
[0066] FIGs. 3A and 3B illustrate schematic views depicting positions of the balusters (110) in the railing system (1000), in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0067] With reference to FIGs. 3A and 3B, in an embodiment, the balusters (110) may be extended between the top-rail assembly (100) and a ground platform (146). In an embodiment, the balusters (110) may be extended between the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104). As illustrated in FIG. 3A, the plurality of intermittent holes (132) in the base-section (124) may allow the downward branches (128) to exit the top-rail assembly (100) and enter the balusters (110).
[0068] FIGs. 4A and 4B illustrate schematic views depicting various parts of the balusters (110) with a holder and hinged-units, respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0069] With reference to FIGs. 4A and 4B, in an embodiment, the balusters (110) may include a central-tube region (138) with a vertical-cavity to accommodate roots of the vegetation. In an embodiment, an external surface of the central-tube region (138) may include one or more openings to form the plant-insertion areas (112). The one or more plant-insertion areas (112) may be covered with the lid (116). In an embodiment, the central-tube region (138) may include a removable holder (142) (as illustrated in FIG. 4A). The removable holder (142) may be designed to accommodate multiple net-pots (140) for holding the plants (114), thereby simplifying manufacturing of a basic baluster form. The balusters (110) may include one or more entry points on a surface of the central-tube region (138) to allow the plants (114) to be inserted in the net-pots (140). The one or more plant-insertion areas (112) may be formed to hold the vegetation (114) in the net-pot (140), such that the roots of the plants (114) are provided in a root-cavity (136).
[0070] In an embodiment, the balusters (110) may include a hollow top-neck portion (118) affixed below the plurality of intermittent holes (132). The hollow top-neck portion (118) may include a primary hole to allow the plurality of branches (128) of the primary water pipe (126) to enter into the vertical-cavity, such that plurality of branches (128) provide water and nutrients to the roots of the plants (114) in the vertical-cavity. The primary hole may continue vertically to form the root-cavity (136) in the central-tube region (138) of each of the balusters (110). In an embodiment, the plurality of balusters (110) may include a bottom-neck portion (120) fixed to the ground platform (146).
[0071] In an embodiment, the one or more plant-insertion areas (112) may be divided into one or more hinged-units (144), as illustrated in FIG. 4B. The one or more hinged-units (144) may open or close rotating on pivots to expose or conceal the net-pots (140) inserted in the one or more plant-insertion areas (112). This variation of including the removable holder (142) and the one or more hinged-units (144) may ensure individual exposure of the net-pots (140) based on the number of plants to be added, thereby eliminating a need for separate lids.
[0072] In an embodiment, joints at the hollow top-neck portion (118) and bottom-neck portion (120) of the balusters (110) may allow rotation of the balusters (110) on a vertical axis, letting the user to choose whether to face the plants internally or externally. In an embodiment, each of the balusters (110) may include the joint at the top-neck portion (118) and the bottom-neck portion (120) to allow free rotation of each of the balusters (110). In an embodiment, each of the balusters (110) may include a rotatable-central region (182) with one or more junctions (184) to allow mutual rotation of each of the plurality of balusters (110), as illustrated in FIG. 12.
[0073] FIGs. 5A and 5B illustrate schematic views depicting the balusters (110) fixed to the bottom-rail assembly (104) and the ground platform (146), respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0074] With reference to FIG. 5A, a lower portion of each of the balusters (110) or the bottom-neck portion (120) may be fixed to the bottom-rail assembly (104). The bottom-rail assembly (104) may include a secondary water pipe to allow irrigation to the roots of the plants (114) in the vertical-cavity. With reference to FIG. 5B, the lower portion of each of the balusters (110) or the bottom-neck portion (120) may be fixed to the ground platform (146).
[0075] FIGs. 6A-6C illustrate schematic views depicting a watering system with non-closed circulation and closed circulations, respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0076] With reference to FIGs. 6A-6C, the entire baluster (110) may be a hollow tube with a variable transverse diameter, ideally narrower at the neck junction points and wider at the root-cavity (136). The baluster (110) may include an opening at a bottom surface (148) to allow for excess water drainage, or the opening may be closed, allowing stagnant water to evaporate. A watering rate from the downward branches (128) of the primary water pipe (126) may be adjusted according to the design considerations.
[0077] The bottom-rail assembly (104) may be provided to support the balusters (110) and the intermediate elements (102). In an embodiment, the bottom-rail assembly (104) may include a drainage channel (150) and/or a running hollow section (152) for the water exiting the balusters (110). For drainage purposes, the balusters (110) may include one or more openings (148) at a bottom surface, and the corresponding areas on a top surface of the bottom-rail assembly (104) may include holes aligned with the one or more openings (148).
[0078] In an embodiment, the bottom-rail assembly (104) may include the running hollow section (152), such that the water drained from each of the balusters (110) through the drainage channel (150), after passing through the roots of the plants (114), may be collected and stored in the running hollow section (152).
[0079] In an embodiment, the primary water pipe (126) may include at least two ends. In an embodiment, a first end (an inlet) (158) of the primary water pipe (126) may be connected to a water source (154), as illustrated in FIG. 6B. A second end of the primary water pipe (126) may be either closed or terminated in the downward branches (128) of the primary water pipe (126) connected to a last baluster of the plurality of balusters (110).
[0080] The water from the water source (154) may be fed continuously or timed manually or automatically through electronic or mechanical means. The water from the water source (154) may be channelized through the primary water pipe (126) and distributed downwards to each of the plurality of balusters (110). The plants (114) may receive the water in the root-cavity (136) of the balusters (110). The water limit may be restricted so that excess water distribution may be avoided. During excess water distribution, the excess water may be evaporated or drained through an outlet in the balusters (110).
[0081] In an embodiment, a first end (158) of the primary water pipe (126) may be connected to a bottom-reservoir (156), as illustrated in FIG. 6B. The water from the bottom-reservoir (156) may be timed manually or automatically by an electric pump (160) with an inlet in the bottom-reservoir (156) and an outlet connected to the first side (158) of the primary water pipe (126). The water from the bottom-reservoir (156) may be channelized through the primary water pipe (126) and may be distributed downwards to each of the balusters (110). The plants may receive this water in the root-cavity (136) of the balusters (110). The rest of the water may be drained through the one or more openings (148) of the balusters (110) and may enter one or more openings of the bottom-rail assembly (104). Further, the water may be either stored inside the running hollow section (152) of the bottom-rail assembly (104) or in a separate tank forming the bottom-reservoir (156). In this way, the water may be recirculated and may allow easy provisions for adding necessary nutrients to the nutrient solution.
[0082] FIGs. 7A and 7B illustrate sectional views depicting a welded junction and a bolted junction between the balusters (110) and the top-rail assembly (100), respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0083] With reference to FIG. 7A, the hollow top-neck portion (118) of the baluster (110) may be welded, using a welding member (162), to the running base-section (124) of the top-rail assembly (100).
[0084] With reference to FIG. 7B, the hollow top-neck portion (118) of the baluster (110) may be bolted, using securing members (164), to the running base-section (124) of the top-rail assembly (100). The same securing members (164) may be used at the joinery point between the bottom-rail assembly (104) and the bottom-neck portion (120).
[0085] FIGs. 8A-8C illustrate partially longitudinal sectional views depicting a mating joinery between the balusters (110) and the top-rail assembly (100) of different types, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0086] With reference to FIGs. 8A-8C, the top-rail assembly (100) may be provided with protruding sections (166). The protruding sections (166) may be intended to interact with the hollow top-neck portion (118) or the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110). The protruding sections (166) of the top-rail assembly (100) and the hollow top-neck portion (118) or the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110) may fit together tightly, as illustrated in FIGs. 8A and 8B. In addition, the joinery can include threads (170), as illustrated in FIG. 8C. The threads (170) may allow the hollow top-neck portion (118) or the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110) to be screwed into the protruding sections (166) of the top-rail assembly (100). This threaded connection may provide a more secure and stable joint between the hollow top-neck portion (118) or the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110) and the protruding sections (166) of the top-rail assembly (100).
[0087] FIG. 9 illustrates a longitudinal sectional view depicting a joinery between the balusters (110) and the top-rail assembly (100) with a ball bearing, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0088] With reference to FIG. 9, the joint between the hollow top-neck portion (118) or the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110) and the protruding sections (166) of the top-rail assembly (100) may include ball bearings (172) to allow rotation with reduced friction.
[0089] FIGs. 10A and 10B illustrate longitudinal sectional views depicting the joinery between the balusters (110) and the top and bottom-rail assemblies (100, 104) with an attachment member, and installation of the intermediate members (102) using the attachment members, respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0090] With reference to FIGs. 10A and 10B, the balusters (110) may be joined to the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104) via one or more attachment members (174). If sliding slots (176) are provided in the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104), the positioning of the balusters (110) and other intermediate members (102) may become more flexible and adjustable.
[0091] FIGs. 11A-11C illustrate longitudinal sectional views depicting the joinery between the balusters (110) and the ground platform (146) by grouting, bolting, and with a ground-piece, respectively, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0092] With reference to FIGs. 11A and 11B, grouting (178), the welding member (162), or the securing member (164) may be utilized to mate the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110) directly to the ground platform (146).
[0093] With reference to FIG. 11C, the bottom-neck portion (120) of the baluster (110) may be mated to the ground platform (146) using a mating ground-piece (180). The mating ground-piece (180) can include bearings or the cross-sections of the mating ground-piece (180) may be circular to allow rotation of the baluster (110). The mating ground piece (180) may be fixed to the ground platform (146) by grouting, welding or bolting.
[0094] FIG. 12 illustrates a longitudinal sectional view of the balusters (110) with a rotatable central region, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0095] With reference to FIG. 12, the baluster (110) may be designed to rotate around a fixed vertical axis. In an embodiment, each of the plurality of balusters (110) may include a joint at the top-neck portion (118) and the bottom-neck portion (120) to allow free rotation of each of the plurality of balusters (110). In an embodiment, each of the plurality of balusters (110) may include a rotatable-central region (182) with one or more junctions (184) to allow mutual rotation of each of the plurality of balusters (110). To ensure that the rotation is smooth and efficient, lubricants and/or bearings may be used at the joints or junctions. The lubricants may reduce friction between the rotating parts, while the bearings provide a low-friction interface that facilitates easier and smoother movement of each of the plurality of balusters (110).
[0096] FIG. 13 illustrates a schematic representation of the railing system with an example arrangement of glass intermediate members and the balusters (110), in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0097] With reference to FIG. 13, the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104) may be formed of a corrosion resistant metal, for example, but not limited to, stainless steel or aluminium alloys. The balusters (110) may be formed of, for example, but not limited to, corrosion resistant metals, plastics, ceramic, or a composite of materials. The intermediate members (102) may include, for example, metal hollow sections, solid bars, or glass panels (108) in long spans or strips, as illustrated in FIG. 13.
[0098] FIG. 14 illustrates a schematic view depicting the railing system (1000) implemented in a slanting surface, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0099] With reference to FIG. 14, the railing system 100 may be implemented in a slanting surface or an inclined surface, and may perform the same functionality as implemented in the vertical strips, as illustrated in FIGs. 1A-13. For example, the railing system 100 may be implemented in ramps and staircases 186, as illustrated in FIG. 14. Similar to the railing system 100 implemented in the vertical strips, the top-rail assembly (100) may include the primary water pipe (126) to irrigate the plants (114) in the balusters (110).
[00100] Although the present disclosure has been described with reference to several preferred embodiments, it should be understood that the present disclosure is not limited to the preferred embodiments disclosed here. Embodiments of the present disclosure intend to cover various modifications and equivalent arrangements within the spirit and scope of the appended claims. Although the foregoing disclosure has been described in some detail for purposes of clarity of understanding, it will be apparent that certain changes and modifications may be practiced within the scope of the appended claims. Examples of the present disclosure have been described in language specific to structural features and/or methods. It should be noted that there are many alternative ways of implementing both the process and apparatus of the present disclosure. Accordingly, the present embodiments are to be considered illustrative and not restrictive, and the present disclosure is not to be limited to the details given herein but may be modified within the scope and equivalents of the appended claims. It should be understood that the appended claims are not necessarily limited to the specific features or methods described. Rather, the specific features and methods are disclosed and explained as examples of the present disclosure.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
[00101] The present disclosure provides a railing system that allows users to grow vegetation in vertical baluster strips and inclined strips.
[00102] The present disclosure provides a railing system that holds hydroponic solution for growing vegetation in net-pots which can easily be inserted into holes of the railing system.
[00103] The present disclosure provides a railing system that is improved in aesthetics and functionality.
[00104] The present disclosure provides a railing system that provides a space for practical gardening/farming along with automating watering of vegetation.
[00105] The present disclosure provides a railing system that includes a water channel with attachable pipes to serve as a dripping system for automating a watering process for a user.
, Claims:1. A railing system (1000) comprising:
a top-rail assembly (100) comprising:
a running base-section (124) with a plurality of intermittent holes (132) along a length of the top-rail assembly (100),
a primary water pipe (126) formed of a plurality of branches (128) extended downwards through the plurality of intermittent holes (132), and
a removable cap-section (122) configured over the running base-section (124) to conceal the primary water pipe (126); and
a plurality of balusters (110) extended between the top-rail assembly (100) and a ground platform, wherein the plurality of balusters (110) comprises:
a central-tube region (138) with a vertical-cavity to accommodate roots of a vegetation,
one or more entry points on a surface of the central-tube region (138) to allow the vegetation to be inserted in a net-pot (140),
a hollow top-neck portion (118) affixed below the plurality of intermittent holes (132), wherein the hollow top-neck portion (118) comprises a primary hole to allow the plurality of branches (128) of the primary water pipe (126) to enter into the vertical-cavity, such that plurality of branches (128) provide at least one of: water and nutrients to the roots of the vegetation in the vertical-cavity, and
a bottom-neck portion (120) fixed to the ground platform.
2. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of intermittent holes (132) is provided to allow the plurality of branches (128) to exit the top-rail assembly (100) and enter the plurality of balusters (110).

3. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a bottom-rail assembly (104) comprising a secondary water pipe to allow irrigation to the roots of the vegetation in the vertical-cavity.
4. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 3, wherein a lower portion of each of the plurality of balusters (110) or the bottom-neck portion (120) is fixed to the bottom-rail assembly (104).
5. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 3, wherein the bottom-rail assembly (104) comprises a running hollow section (152), such that the water drained from each of the plurality of balusters (110) through a drainage channel 150, after passing through the roots of the vegetation, is collected and stored in the running hollow section (152).
6. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein each of the plurality of balusters (110) comprises at least one of: a joint at the top-neck portion (118) (118) and the bottom-neck portion (120) to allow free rotation of each of the plurality of balusters (110), and a rotatable-central region (182) with one or more junctions (184) to allow mutual rotation of each of the plurality of balusters (110).
7. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the primary hole continues vertically to form a root-cavity (136) in a central-tube region (138) of each of the plurality of balusters (110).
8. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 7, wherein an external surface of the central-tube region (138) comprises one or more openings to form one or more plant-insertion areas (112), wherein the one or more plant-insertion areas (112) are covered with a lid (116).
9. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 8, wherein the one or more plant-insertion areas (112) are formed to hold the vegetation (114) in the net-pot (140), such that the roots of the vegetation (114) are provided in the root-cavity (136).
10. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 8, the one or more plant-insertion areas (112) are divided into one or more hinged-units (144), wherein the one or more hinged-units (144) open or close rotating on pivots to expose or conceal the net-pot (140) inserted in the one or more plant-insertion areas (112).
11. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, comprising one or more intermediate members (102) affixed between the top-rail assembly (100) and the bottom-rail assembly (104), wherein the one or more intermediate members (102) comprises any or a combination of: one or more hollow pipes (106), rods, glass panels (108), or the plurality of balusters (110).
12. The railing system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the primary water pipe (126) comprises at least two ends, wherein a first end (158) is connected to at least one of: a water source (154) and a bottom-reservoir (156), and a second end is closed or terminated in at least one branch of the plurality of branches (128) connected to a last baluster of the plurality of balusters (110).
13. The railing system (100) as claimed in claim 12, wherein water from at least one of: the water source (154) and the bottom-reservoir (156) is channelized through the primary water pipe (126) and distributed downwards to each of the plurality of balusters (110).