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This Application claims priority from a Provisional patent application filed in India having Patent Application No. 201941015897, filed on April 22, 2019, and titled “A SYSTEM FOR REDUCTION OF ORGANIC WASTE MATERIAL AND A METHOD THEREOF”.
FIELD OF INVENTION
[0001] Embodiments of a present disclosure relates to an organic waste management device, more particularly it relates to modular apparatus for composting organic waste.
BACKGROUND
[0002] The process of decomposition involves breakdown of raw organic materials to obtain compost. The decomposition comprises a plurality of complex steps, where both chemical and biological processes must occur in order for the organic matter to convert into compost.
[0003] Various microbial processes have been used in multiple applications to work on waste. For example, use of microbe assisted process for converting waste to compost, and subsequently extract energy from the waste. The microbial processes are also the best approach to deal with the waste, compared to other solutions which use high level of energy consumption, as the microbial processes are environment friendly.
[0004] The modern cities, more specifically in developing nations and underdeveloped nations, are literally sitting on piles of waste and garbage. Waste management is one of the most crucial issues affecting the environment and health of human beings and animals alike. The kitchen waste makes a significant part of the organic waste generated by cities. Due to current nature of waste disposal and collection in cities, typical microbial processes are ineffective. Further, the composting of organic waste occupies too much space and consumers face issues during the process of composting such as smell, rodents, flies and the like. The biogas plants can only be established far away from the city and the cost to transport the waste is too expensive. Moreover, the biogas plant takes a lot of space and has high capital investment, there is also a slurry that needs to be collected and treated after the process. Distribution of gas may also be a challenge. It is also difficult to manage high acidic food waste in biogas plants.
[0005] Hence, there is a need for an improved modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture and therefore address the aforementioned issues.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION
[0006] In accordance with one embodiment of the disclosure, a modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture is disclosed. The modular apparatus includes one or more digesters. Furthermore, each of the one or more digesters is configured to be stackable on top of each other and adapted to hold organic waste mixture of predefined quantity for composting. Each of the one or more digesters comprises support framework configured with pre-designed moment frames.
[0007] Each of the one or more digesters also comprises at least one detachable perforated wall. The at least one detachable perforated wall is enveloped on all sides with the support framework. Simultaneously, top side of each digester is open. The at least one detachable perforated wall are configured to enable inflow and outflow of air, water and water vapour during composting of the organic waste mixture. Furthermore, the detachable perforated wall on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters enables percolation of leachate during composting from the one or more digesters (20) placed on top to bottom stacked digester.
[0008] The modular apparatus also includes a perforated central pipe module. The perforated central pipe module comprises a main body with perforations, an opening at bottom side of the main body, and a central protruded fitting section with a hole. The perforated central pipe module is being axially disposed and inserted via the centre hole of the detachable perforated wall on bottom side of the digester.
[0009] The perforated central pipe module corresponding to one digester is adapted to be fitted with into the opening at bottom side of the perforated central pipe module of adjacent top stacked digester via central protruded fitting section while maintaining continuity of central opening.
[0010] In accordance with one embodiment of the disclosure, a method for composting organic waste mixture via a modular apparatus is disclosed. The method includes mixing organic waste with microbial powder in a predefined ratio to obtain composting mixture. The method also includes storing the compost mixture for a duration of 2 to 4 days. The method also includes transferring stored composting mixture in alternating layers in a digester to obtain organic waste mixture. Here, alternating layers are formed by spreading the composting mixture, the microbial powder and filler material in an alternating sequence.
[0011] The method also includes storing organic waste mixture undisturbed for a duration minimum of 12-15 days while maintaining aeration, temperature and pH to obtain a decomposed mixture. The method also includes sieving the decomposed mixture to obtain fine powder and coarse material.. The method also includes gathering leachate as collected via a detachable bottom tray of the modular apparatus due to perforated detachable wall on bottom side of the digesters.
[0012] To further clarify the advantages and features of the present disclosure, a more particular description of the disclosure will follow by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which are illustrated in the appended figures. It is to be appreciated that these figures depict only typical embodiments of the disclosure and are therefore not to be considered limiting in scope. The disclosure will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the appended figures.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0013] The disclosure will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying figures in which:
[0014] FIG. 1 is a schematic front view representation of a modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0015] FIG. 2 is a schematic top view representation of the modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0016] FIG. 3 is a schematic side view representation of perforated central pipe of the modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0017] FIG. 4 is a schematic section view representation of the modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0018] FIG. 5 is a block representation of an IoT enabled processing unit corresponding to the modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0019] FIG. 6 is a block diagram of a computer or a server in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and
[0020] FIG. 7 is a flowchart representing the steps of a method for composting organic waste mixture via a modular apparatus in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0021] Further, those skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and may not have necessarily been drawn to scale. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the device, one or more components of the device may have been represented in the figures by conventional symbols, and the figures may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the figures with details that will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art having the benefit of the description herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0022] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the disclosure, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the figures and specific language will be used to describe them. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the disclosure is thereby intended. Such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated online platform, and such further applications of the principles of the disclosure as would normally occur to those skilled in the art are to be construed as being within the scope of the present disclosure.
[0023] The terms "comprises", "comprising", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process or method that comprises a list of steps does not include only those steps but may include other steps not expressly listed or inherent to such a process or method. Similarly, one or more devices or subsystems or elements or structures or components preceded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other devices, subsystems, elements, structures, components, additional devices, additional subsystems, additional elements, additional structures or additional components. Appearances of the phrase "in an embodiment", "in another embodiment" and similar language throughout this specification may, but not necessarily do, all refer to the same embodiment.
[0024] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this disclosure belongs. The system, methods, and examples provided herein are only illustrative and not intended to be limiting.
[0025] In the following specification and the claims, reference will be made to a number of terms, which shall be defined to have the following meanings. The singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0026] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture is disclosed. The modular apparatus includes one or more digesters. Furthermore, each of the one or more digesters is configured to be stackable on top of each other and adapted to hold organic waste mixture of predefined quantity for composting. Each of the one or more digesters comprises support framework configured with pre-designed moment frames.
[0027] Each of the one or more digesters also comprises at least one detachable perforated wall. The at least one detachable perforated wall is enveloped on all sides with the support framework. Simultaneously, top side of each digester is open. The at least one detachable perforated wall are configured to enable inflow and outflow of air, water and water vapour during composting of the organic waste mixture. Furthermore, the detachable perforated wall on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters enables percolation of leachate during composting from the one or more digesters (20) placed on top to bottom stacked digester.
[0028] The modular apparatus also includes a perforated central pipe module. The perforated central pipe module comprises a main body with perforations, an opening at bottom side of the main body, and a central protruded fitting section with a hole. The perforated central pipe module is being axially disposed and inserted via the centre hole of the detachable perforated wall on bottom side of the digester.
[0029] The perforated central pipe module corresponding to one digester is adapted to be fitted with into the opening at bottom side of the perforated central pipe module of adjacent top stacked digester via central protruded fitting section while maintaining continuity of central opening.
[0030] FIG. 1 is a schematic front view representation of a modular apparatus (10) for composting organic waste mixture in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. As used herein, the term “organic waste” refers to any material that is biodegradable and comes from either a plant or an animal, particularly that may be broken into carbon dioxide, methane or simple organic molecules. In one embodiment, the stated apparatus (10) is designed with standardized digester units that may be fit together in a variety of ways. In such embodiment, the organic waste mixture comprises organic waste and predefined quantity of microbial powder.
[0031] The modular apparatus (10) includes one or more digesters (20). As used herein, the term “digester” (20) refers to a huge vessel where chemical or biological reactions are carried out over organic waste. Each of the one or more digesters (20) is configured to be stackable on top of each other. Each of the one or more digesters (20) are adapted to hold organic waste mixture of predefined quantity for composting. In one embodiment, the one or more digesters (20) are fabricated with plastic material, stainless steel or carbon steel.
[0032] Each of the one or more digesters (20) comprises support framework configured with pre-designed moment frames (40). In one particular embodiment, the support framework may be of a particular shape such as cylindrical, cuboidal (as shown in FIG. 1) and the like. In such embodiment, each of the one or more digesters (20) may be shaped accordingly and placed at a particular level in the modular apparatus by special type of frames (40) that uses rigid connections between each of constituent casing parts. It is pertinent to note that, the moment frames (40) provide bending moment and shear strength that is inherent in frame parts and the connecting joints.
[0033] The one or more digesters (20) also includes at least one detachable perforated wall (30). The at least one detachable perforated wall (30) is enveloped on all sides with the support framework. Specifically, top side of each of the one or more digesters (20) is open. In such embodiment, all surrounding sides of cuboidal shaped digester (20) include top side, bottom side and four surrounding walls (as shown in FIG. 1).
[0034] In one particular embodiment, as the digesters (20) are stacked over one another, the top of first level digester (20) is covered by the detachable perforated wall (30) on bottom side of the above level placed digester (20). In such embodiment, the digesters (20) are stacked one over another with the help of compact moment frames (40). In one embodiment, the perforated hole may be of dimension in range of 8 mm to 10 mm.
[0035] It is pertinent to note that the at least one detachable perforated wall (30) on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters (20) enables percolation of leachate during composting from the one or more digesters (20) placed on top to bottom stacked digester (20). As used herein, the term “leachate” is any liquid that, in the course of passing through matter, extracts soluble or suspended solids, or any other component of the material through which it has passed. Additionally, the at least one detachable perforated wall (30) are configured to enable inflow and outflow of air, water and water vapour during composting of the organic waste mixture.
[0036] During composting process, the digesters (20) are sealed and kept undisturbed. Sealed waste filled digester (20) below the stacked digester (20) creates a natural repository for the leachate. As the leachate drips into next below digester (20), it also pushes air which is within the digester (20) into the below digester (20), thereby increasing the air circulation inside the composting digester (20).
[0037] The detachable perforated wall on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters (20) is configured with a centre hole of pre-defined. The at least one detachable perforated wall (30) enveloping the surrounding sides of each of the one or more digesters (20) is latched (50) with the moment frames (40) to function as a shutter during opening and closing. In one specific embodiment, the latch (50) may be substituted by any fastening means such as, but not limited to, hinge or a stopper. In one specific embodiment, the shutter may be completely detachable or lockable. FIG. 2 is a schematic top view representation of the modular apparatus for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure. In one embodiment, special hinge frames such L-shaped frames are being used to hold the shutter in conjunction with respective moment frames (40).
[0038] The modular apparatus (10) also includes a perforated central pipe module (90). FIG. 3 is a schematic side view representation of perforated central pipe module (90) of the modular apparatus (10) for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0039] The perforated central pipe module comprises a main body (70) with perforations, an opening at bottom side (100) of the main body (70), and a central protruded fitting section with a hole (110). The perforated central pipe module is being axially disposed and inserted via the centre hole of the detachable perforated wall on bottom side of the digester.
[0040] The perforated central pipe module (90) corresponding to one digester (20) is fitted with top stacked digester (20). The perforated central pipe module (90) corresponding to one digester (20) is adapted to be fitted with into the opening at bottom side (100) of the perforated central pipe module (90) of adjacent top stacked digester (20) via central protruded fitting section (110) while maintaining continuity of central opening.
[0041] In such embodiment, the digester (20), a main body (70) with perforations and a central protruded fitting section with a hole (110) are fabricated with similar material. The perforated central pipe module (90) is configured to provide inflow and outflow of air to the each of the corresponding stacked digesters during composting. In one particular embodiment, the perforated central pipe may pump air into each of the corresponding staked digesters via a compressor.
[0042] In an alternative embodiment, modular apparatus units may of smaller size such as 2.5 feet length, 4 feet breadth and 5 feet height. Such units may be fabricated without any perforated central pipe.
[0043] Furthermore, the modular apparatus (10) is fitted with a chemical storage compartment operated by valves. The chemical storage compartment is mechanically positioned to the top portion of the inner surface of each of the one or more digesters (20). The chemical storage compartment may be of any geometrical shaped compartment such as cylindrical, cube or cuboid. The chemical storage compartment is adapted to store a pre-defined quantity of pH neutralizing chemicals to regulate the pH value of each of the one or more digesters (20) during composting. Here, the pH neutralizing chemicals is released in each of the one or more digesters (20) to attain a desirable pH value. The desirable pH value help in decomposition process.
[0044] Additionally, the modular apparatus (10) also comprises a detachable bottom tray (60). The detachable bottom tray (60) is positioned at the bottom of the stacked digesters (20). The detachable bottom tray (60) is adapted to function as a tray to capture the leachate that flows down via the perforated walls on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters (20). It is pertinent to note that such collected leachate may be discarded after gathering. In one specific embodiment, the detachable tray (60) may be facilitated with sliding facility from sideways for usage.
[0045] FIG. 4 is a schematic section view representation of the modular apparatus (10) for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure. In operation, composting mixture, microbial powder and filler material is first stored in alternate sequence layers in a single digester (20). In one embodiment, the microbial powder includes a plurality of bacteria or a plurality of fungi. In such embodiment, the plurality of bacteria may include Rhodopseudomonas, Lactobacillus and Saccharomyces. In such embodiment, the plurality of fungi includes mould and yeast. In a specific embodiment, each of the plurality of bacteria is in a range of 20%-45%. In such operation, the digester (20) compartments are stacked one over another (as shown in FIG. 1 & FIG. 4). In an alternative embodiment, the modular apparatus (10) may be fabricated with two or three or more digesters as per the requirement.
[0046] Along with the digester (20) stacking, the perforated central pipe module (90) is stacked one over another in horizontal column orientation with help of central protruded fitting section (110). Top digester (20) is covered by a lid (80). The holes on the central pipe module and the walls enveloping the digesters enable aeration process for proper decomposition. The organic waste mixture is stored in the digester (20) for minimum of 12 to 15 days and lastly powdery decomposed material known as filler material is obtained.
[0047] A detachable tray (60) fitted at the bottom the modular apparatus (10) enables collection of fine powder along with a coarse powder by performing filtration on the filler material. The detachable tray (60) is also configured to collect leachate or any powder output matter from the above stacked digester (20). The filler material thus obtained may be reused for organic waste composting.
[0048] Additionally, a plurality of sensors positioned at inner surface of each of the one or more digesters (20). The plurality of sensors is operable by an IoT enabled processing unit (120). The plurality of sensors comprises a temperature sensor. The temperature is configured to measure real time temperature range of each of the one or more digesters (20). The plurality of sensors comprises a pH sensor. The pH sensor is configured to measure real time pH value of each of the one or more digesters (20).
[0049] FIG. 5 is a block representation of an IoT enabled processing unit corresponding to the modular apparatus (10) for composting organic waste mixture of FIG. 1 in accordance of an embodiment of the present disclosure. The IoT enabled processing unit (120) comprises a data analysing module (130). The data analysing module (130) is configured to analyse measured data by comparing the measured data corresponding to the temperature sensor with pre-stored threshold data corresponding to ideal temperature range. In one exemplary embodiment, the real time digester (20) temperature is measured by the temperature sensor and compared with ideal temperature range of 40 degree centigrade to 70 degree centigrade.
[0050] The data analysing module (130) is also configured to the measured data corresponding to the pH sensor with pre-stored threshold data corresponding to ideal pH value. In one exemplary embodiment, the real time digester (20) pH is measured by the pH sensor and compared with ideal alkaloid pH range of the digester (20). In one specific embodiment, the ideal temperature range and pH value is stored in a data storage module. The data storage module may enable local storage or remote storage.
[0051] The IoT enabled processing unit (120) also comprises a digester temperature regulation module (140). The digester temperature regulation module (140) is operatively coupled to the data analysing module (130). The digester temperature regulation module (140) is configured to control the temperature range of each of the one or more digesters (20) by regulating inflow of air of pre-defined temperature via the perforated central pipe module (90). In above stated exemplary embodiment, if the comparison shows that the temperature of the digester (20) is going below the particular range, hot air may be pumped into the digester (20) from perforated central pipe module (90) to attain the range of accepted temperature.
[0052] The IoT enabled processing unit (120) also comprises a digester pH regulation module (150). The digester pH regulation module (150) is operatively coupled to the data analysing module (130). The digester pH regulation module (150) is configured to control the pH value of each of the one or more digesters (20) by regulating mixing of pH neutralizing chemicals from the chemical storage compartment during composting. The valves associated with the chemical storage compartment of each of the one or more digesters (20) are controlled to achieve the desirable pH value. In above stated exemplary embodiment, if the comparison shows that the pH of the digester (20) is changing with respect to the alkaline range, the valves associated with the chemical storage compartment is activated for releasing alkaline chemicals. Alkalinity means that the mixer should having a pH higher than 7.
[0053] FIG. 6 is a block diagram of a computer or a server (160) in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The server (160) includes processor(s) (190), and memory (170) coupled to the processor(s) (190).
[0054] The processor(s) (190), as used herein, means any type of computational circuit, such as, but not limited to, a microprocessor, a microcontroller, a complex instruction set computing microprocessor, a reduced instruction set computing microprocessor, a very long instruction word microprocessor, an explicitly parallel instruction computing microprocessor, a digital signal processor, or any other type of processing circuit, or a combination thereof.
[0055] The memory (170) includes a plurality of modules stored in the form of executable program which instructs the processor (190) via BUS (180) to perform the method steps illustrated in Fig 1. The memory (170) has following modules: the data analysing module (130), the digester temperature regulation module (140) and the digester pH regulation module (150).
[0056] The data analysing module (130) is configured to analyse measured data by comparing the measured data corresponding to the temperature sensor with pre-stored threshold data corresponding to ideal temperature range. The data analysing module (130) is configured to analyse the measured data corresponding to the pH sensor with pre-stored threshold data corresponding to ideal pH value.
[0057] The digester temperature regulation module (140) is configured to control the temperature range of each of the one or more digesters by regulating inflow of air of pre-defined temperature via the perforated central pipe. The digester pH regulation module (150) is configured to control the pH value of each of the one or more digesters by regulating mixing of pH neutralizing chemicals from the chemical storage compartment during composting.
[0058] Computer memory elements may include any suitable memory device(s) for storing data and executable program, such as read only memory, random access memory, erasable programmable read only memory, electrically erasable programmable read only memory, hard drive, removable media drive for handling memory cards and the like. Embodiments of the present subject matter may be implemented in conjunction with program modules, including functions, procedures, data structures, and application programs, for performing tasks, or defining abstract data types or low-level hardware contexts. Executable program stored on any of the above-mentioned storage media may be executable by the processor(s) (190).
[0059] FIG. 7 is a flowchart representing the steps of a method (200) for composting organic waste mixture via a modular apparatus in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The method (200) includes mixing organic waste with microbial powder in a predefined ratio to obtain a composting mixture in step 210. In one embodiment, the predefined ratio of mixing organic waste with the microbial powder is 40:1. Further, mixing includes adding organic waste and microbial powder in alternating layers.
[0060] The method (200) also includes storing the composting mixture for a duration of 2 to 4 days in step 220. In one specific embodiment, the composting mixture is collected and stored in a double layer bin. Here, inner layer is perforated, and outer layer is without perforation. It is pertinent to note that the composting mixture is kept inside the double layered bin with a closed lid. The lid ensures condition for the microbes to multiply. Moreover, excess leachate drips from the inner layer of the bin to bottom of the outer layer of bin through perforations. Most of the leachate is removed in the above motioned process.
[0061] The method (200) also includes transferring stored composting mixture in alternating layers in a digester to obtain organic waste mixture in step 230. Here, alternating layers are formed by spreading the composting mixture, the microbial powder and filler material in an alternating sequence.
[0062] The method (200) also includes storing organic waste mixture undisturbed for a duration minimum of 12-15 days while maintaining aeration, temperature and pH to obtain a decomposed mixture in step 240.
[0063] The method (200) also includes sieving the decomposed mixture to obtain fine powder and coarse material in step 250. The fine powder so collected is used to make fresh microbial powder and the coarse material is reused as the filler material. The sieving includes use of a fine mesh strainer or sift or sieve for separating the fine powder from coarse material present in the decomposed mixture.
[0064] The method (200) also includes gathering leachate as collected via a detachable bottom tray of the modular apparatus due to perforated detachable wall on bottom side of the digesters in step 260.
[0065] In such embodiment, the real time temperature is maintained in each of the one or more digesters by supplying inflow of air of pre-defined temperature through a perforated central pipe module. Moreover, real time pH value is maintained of each of the one or more digesters by injecting pH neutralizing chemicals as stored in chemical storage compartment corresponding to each of the one or more digesters.
[0066] Various embodiments of the modular apparatus eliminate the problem of smell during waste processing by creating a sealed natural container for a liquid below the composting container as it creates a natural repository for the leachate. Moreover, the apparatus reduces the generation of any undesired output and the desired output of the compost containing the aforementioned microbes is reused in the composting process in a cyclical manner. Also, the apparatus reduces time and space required for organic waste processing. Also, the apparatus enables better aeration by introducing a natural separator. The natural separator means a perforated central pipe module. Hence, such composting process does not attract flies, vermin and other rodents. Also, the composting process enables rapid composting through mixing and layering.
[0067] The proposed method prevents the generation of foul smell during the process of composting by mixing the microbial powder in required quantity with the organic waste. The method also reduces time duration and man-power required for completion of composting.
[0068] While specific language has been used to describe the disclosure, any limitations arising on account of the same are not intended. As would be apparent to a person skilled in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein.
[0069] The figures and the foregoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment. For example, order of processes described herein may be changed and are not limited to the manner described herein. Moreover, the actions of any flow diagram need not be implemented in the order shown; nor do all of the acts need to be necessarily performed. Also, those acts that are not dependant on other acts may be performed in parallel with the other acts. The scope of embodiments is by no means limited by these specific examples.
,CLAIMS:WE CLAIM:
1. A modular apparatus (10) for composting organic waste mixture, comprising:
one or more digesters (20), wherein each of the one or more digesters (20) is configured to be stackable on top of each other and adapted to hold organic waste mixture of predefined quantity for composting, wherein each of the one or more digesters (20) comprises:
a support framework configured with pre-designed moment frames (40),
at least one detachable perforated wall (30) enveloped on each side the support framework (20) while keeping top side of each digester (20) open,
wherein the at least one detachable perforated walls (30) are configured to enable inflow and outflow of air, water and water vapour during composting of the organic waste mixture, wherein detachable perforated wall on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters (20) enables percolation of leachate during composting from the one or more digesters (20) placed on top to bottom stacked digester (20),
wherein the detachable perforated wall on the bottom side of each of the one or more digesters is configured with a centre hole of pre-defined diameter; and
a perforated central pipe module (90) comprises a main body (70) with perforations, an opening at bottom side (100) of the main body, and a central protruded fitting section (110) with a hole, wherein the perforated central pipe module (90) being axially disposed and inserted via the centre hole of detachable perforated wall on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters (20),
wherein the perforated central pipe module (90) corresponding to one digester (20) is adapted to be fitted into the opening at bottom side (100) of the perforated central pipe module (90) of adjacent stacked digester (20) via the central protruded fitting section (110) while maintaining continuity of central opening,
wherein the perforated central pipe (90) is configured to provide inflow and outflow of air to the each of the corresponding stacked digesters (20) during the composting.
2. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a plurality of sensors positioned at inner surface of each of the one or more digesters (20), wherein the plurality of sensors is operable by an IoT enabled processing unit (120), wherein the plurality of sensors comprises:
a temperature sensor configured to measure real time temperature range of each of the one or more digesters (20); and
a pH sensor configured to measure real time pH value of each of the one or more digesters (20).
3. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 1,comprising a chemical storage compartment operated by valves, wherein the chemical storage compartment is mechanically positioned to the top portion of the inner surface of each of the one or more digesters (20), wherein the chemical storage compartment is adapted to store a pre-defined quantity of pH neutralizing chemicals to regulate the pH value of each of the one or more digesters (20) during composting, wherein the pH neutralizing chemicals is released in each of the one or more digesters (20) to attain a desirable pH value.
4. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprising a detachable bottom tray (60) positioned at the bottom of the stacked digesters (20), and adapted to function as a tray to capture the leachate or any powder that moves down via the perforated walls on bottom side of each of the one or more digesters (20).
5. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 1, comprising wherein the perforated central pipe module (90) may pump air into each of the corresponding staked digesters (90) via a compressor.
6. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 2, wherein the IoT enabled processing unit (120) comprises:
a data analysing module (130) configured to analyse measured data by comparing:
the measured data corresponding to the temperature sensor with pre-stored threshold data corresponding to ideal temperature range; and
the measured data corresponding to the pH sensor with pre-stored threshold data corresponding to ideal pH value;
a digester temperature regulation module (140) operatively coupled to the data analysing module (130), wherein the digester temperature regulation module (140) is configured to control the temperature range of each of the one or more digesters by regulating inflow of air of pre-defined temperature via the perforated central pipe module (90); and
a digester pH regulation module (150) operatively coupled to the data analysing module (130), wherein the digester pH regulation module (150) is configured to control the pH value of each of the one or more digesters by regulating mixing of pH neutralizing chemicals from the chemical storage compartment during composting, wherein the valves associated with the chemical storage compartment of each of the one or more digesters are controlled to achieve the desirable pH value.
7. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the detachable perforated wall (30) enveloping the surrounding sides of each of the one or more digesters (20) is latched (50) or hinged with the moment frames (40) to function as a shutter during opening and closing.
8. The modular apparatus (10) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the organic waste mixture comprises organic waste and predefined quantity of microbial powder.
9. A method (200) for composting organic waste mixture via a modular apparatus, comprising:
mixing organic waste with microbial powder in a predefined ratio to obtain composting mixture (210);
storing the composting mixture for a duration of 2 to 4 days (220);
transferring stored composting mixture in alternating layers in a digester to obtain organic waste mixture, wherein alternating layers are formed by spreading the composting mixture, the microbial powder and filler material in an alternating sequence (230);
storing organic waste mixture undisturbed for a duration minimum of 12-15 days while maintaining aeration, temperature and pH to obtain a decomposed mixture (240);
sieving the decomposed mixture to obtain fine powder and coarse material, wherein the fine powder collected is used to make fresh microbial powder, and the coarse material is reused as the filler material (250); and
gathering leachate as collected via a detachable bottom tray of the modular apparatus due to perforated detachable wall on bottom side of the digesters (260).
10. The method (200) as claimed in claim 9, wherein steps of mixing organic waste with microbial powder and storing the composting mixture being carried out in a double layer bin, where the double layered bin comprises an inner perforated layer and an outer layer is without perforation, and a lid.
11. The method (200) as claimed in claim 9, wherein supplying inflow of air of pre-defined temperature through a perforated central pipe module for storing the organic waste mixture while maintaining real time temperature in each of the one or more digesters.
12. The method (200) as claimed in claim 9, wherein injecting pH neutralizing chemicals as stored in chemical storage compartment corresponding to each of the one or more digesters for storing the organic waste mixture while maintaining real time pH value of each of the one or more digesters.

Dated this 09th day of July 2020

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Vidya Bhaskar Singh Nandiyal
Patent Agent (IN/PA-2912)
Agent for the Applicant