Field of the Invention
This invention relates to IoT enabled smart dryer for minor forest produce (zanthoxylum armatum) to strengthen the tribal community.
Background of the Invention
US7748137B2 A method of drying comprises placing a moist material inside a substantially enclosed solar greenhouse. The greenhouse comprises at least one light transmission roof and/or wall panel that is substantially transparent to solar radiation, but resistant to convective and conductive heat transfer. The interior temperature and humidity of the greenhouse are maintained within their pre-determined ranges while the interior moisture of the greenhouse is effectively reduced to allow a controlled drying of the material. A solar greenhouse for the drying process is also disclosed.
Research Gap: 1. This invention the heater is assisted with solar panel used to raise the temperature of platform.
2. It will help to reduce the natural drying time of drug.
3. Will be ease for extraction method.
CN103673520A The invention discloses solar timber drying equipment, and relates to the technical field of mechanical equipment. An electrical box is arranged on the upper side of a drying oven of the solar timber drying equipment. The electrical box is connected with a solar panel assembly. A fan is arranged in the middle of the drying oven, a detecting device is arranged on one side of the fan, and an ultraviolet lamp is arranged on the other side of the fan. Spraying devices are both arranged on the two sides of the upper portion of the drying oven, the two side edges of the drying oven are respectively provided with a heating device, and a heat exchange device is arranged on the upper side of each heating device. A dust removal device is arranged at the bottom of the inner side of the drying oven, and a reinforcing plate is arranged on the upper side of the dust removal device.
Research Gap: 1. Solar panels are used along ith heater to dry the crude drug without effecting the chemical compounds present in it.
2. Digital display, along with sensor will helps us to know about elevated temparature with respect to time.
3.All the date will be managed throught app parallelly.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
Zanthozylum armatum plant is categorized under the category of Minor Forest Produce (MFP’s). It is also known as winged prickly ash or Timur. The various parts of plants: stem, bark, seeds, leaves, fruits are used for several medicinal purposes like as carminative, antipyretic, antiviral, antimicrobial, hepato-protective, anti-oxidants, protective in toothache, acts as an appetizer.
It contains wide array of chemical compounds including terpenoids, alkaloids, flavonoids, coumarins, lignins, phenols, which can be used for exploration of other medicinal properties. This invention will help to dry the crude drug with the help of IOT enabled smart dryer to convert the course form into fine powdered form. It can be further used by community to assist their financial load or can be used by the researcher for extraction process.
Discloses herein an IOT Enabled Dryer system for Minor Forest comprises dryer chamber (100) having a tray (400) attached with heater (30); and the drying chamber is supported with drying stand (120); wherein the chamber has an inlet fan (300), air filter (501), hot air collecting duct (500) and exhaust fan (302) in it; Wherein the drying chamber is attached with Small computing Unit (200); and a solar panel (700) are attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger (70) which is connected with AC input (50).
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
Fig. 1 reflects that the dryer chamber (100) having a tray (400) attached with heater (30). The drying chamber is supported with drying stand (120). The chamber have a inlet fan (300) , air filter (501), hot air collecting duct (500) and exhaust fan (302) in it. The drying chamber is attached with Small computing Unit (200). The solar panel (700) are attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger(70) which is connected with AC input (50).
Fig. 2. the smart computing unit (200), consist of heater (30) attached with heater controller (31) in it. The fan driver (300) is attached with Inlet-Fan (301) and Exhaust Fan (302). The solar panel (700) is attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger(70) which is connected with AC input (50). The sensor is attached inside in it to detect the temperature (600). The display (10) is attachéd to reflect the temperature. The smart computing unit (200) can be connected with Wi-fi and assisted with the help of App (650).
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
These and other advantages of the present subject matter would be described in greater detail with reference to the following figures. It should be noted that the description merely illustrates the principles of the present subject matter. It will thus be appreciated that those skilled in the art will be able to devise various arrangements that, although not explicitly described herein, embody the principles of the present subject matter and are included within its scope.
Minor Forest Produce (MFP’s) are the good source of income for tribal communities for their livelihood. The MFP’s are categorized in three parts i.e Forest (F), Agriculture (A) and Processed (P). The list of MFP’s include number of items which are centrally assisted by Government. In this invention, IoT and solar assisted Dryer for MFP’s is suggeted to reduce the workload for tribals and will strengthen their financial condition.
Best Method of working:
The smart IOT enabled solar assisted dryer is designed for Minor Forest Produce (MFP) to provide the assistance to the tribal community. The Fig. 1 reflects that the dryer chamber (100) having a tray (400) attached with heater (30). The drying chamber is supported with drying stand (120). The chamber have a inlet fan (300), air filter (501), hot air collecting duct (500) and exhaust fan (302) in it. The drying chamber is attached with Small computing Unit (200). The solar panel (700) are attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger(70) which is connected with AC input (50).
In Fig. 2, the smart computing unit (200), consist of heater (30) attached with heater controller (31) in it. The fan driver (300) is attached with Inlet-Fan (301) and Exhaust Fan (302). The solar panel (700) is attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger(70) which is connected with AC input (50). The sensor is attached inside in it to detect the temperature (600). The display (10) is attached to reflect the temperature. The smart computing unit (200) can be connected with Wi-fi and assisted with the help of App (650).
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. It will help to tribal community to reduce there natural drying time of drug for commercialization.
2. It will helps them to empower their economical status.
3. It can be used for research purpose to minimize the extraction time.
4. The Minor forest Produce can be easily dried without consuming to much time..
5. The temperature with respect to time can be monitored.
6. It can be applicable for all types of Minor Forest produce.
7. The chemical compounds remains as it and can be used for further investigation.
8. The exploration of other medicinal properties of MFP can be done.
9. Complete drying will increase the life of Minor Forest Produce and can be used for commercialization purpose for longer duration of time.

Claims:

1. An IOT Enabled Dryer system for Minor Forest comprises dryer chamber (100) having a tray (400) attached with heater (30); and the drying chamber is supported with drying stand (120); wherein the chamber has an inlet fan (300), air filter (501), hot air collecting duct (500) and exhaust fan (302) in it;
Wherein the drying chamber is attached with Small computing Unit (200); and a solar panel (700) are attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger (70) which is connected with AC input (50).
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the smart computing unit (200), consist of heater (30) attached with heater controller (31) in it; and the fan driver (300) is attached with Inlet-Fan (301) and Exhaust Fan (302).
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the solar panel (700) is attached with battery (60) in heat exchanger (70) which is connected with AC input (50).
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the sensor is attached inside in it to detect the temperature (600).
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the display (10) is attached to reflect the temperature.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the smart computing unit (200) is connected with Wi-fi and assisted with the help of App (650).