Abstract: The present disclosure pertains to an automatic desludging and cleaning system. The system includes a first set of sensors to sense impurities inside a water source and a second set of sensors to sense water level, a set of motors configured with one or more fins, a controller, a set of sprayers, a set of inlets and a set of outlets, and a thermoelectric regulator. The controller is configured to actuate the set of motors upon identification of the impurities and accordingly activates the set of outlets and the set of inlets to drain impure water and refill fresh water. The controller is configured to activate the thermoelectric regulator to regulate temperature inside the water source and helps in avoiding accumulation of algae or similar biological contaminants.. Further, the controller is configured to transmit status of the impurities inside the water source to mobile computing devices, where the set of motors is controlled through the mobile computing devices.
The present disclosure relates generally to field of cleansing system. More particularly, the present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning system for water sources like tank, overhead container, and the like.
BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art. [0003] Cleaning of overhead tanks manually to remove sludge, sediments and dirt is a tedious and time-consuming job. Every day the tank water is used for various purposes. Gaining access and working inside a water tank can be difficult and dangerous. There can be often only a small access hatch on top of the tanker to climb in and out. With passage of time, sediments and scales get deposited in the water tank and these accumulated sediments can be a source of chemical contamination and off-tastes and odors. Every day we use the tank water for brushing and bathing, for cleaning and moping, for washing clothes and in other household chores. Sediments, scales and algae can get deposited on walls, ceiling and floor of the water tank. This deposition can contaminate the water and can make the water unfit for use. With time, algae and bacteria can grow and breed in this water, thereby infecting the water and can become a cause of various disease upon consumption of such water. Hence water tank cleaning is important. Likewise, the water tank can also be cleaned by using chemicals to remove dirt and sediments which are more likely to affect human health due to harmful and hazardous chemicals. Problem of excessive hot water from taps can be due to fact that water tanks are situated at a greater height and can be exposed to high heat from sun as a result water inside water tanks tend to get very hot in summer seasons.
[0004] A few of other possible solutions which can be implemented includes a mechanical system which clean the tank mechanically using brush, rack and
pinion, bar linkage and motor, a vacuum-based tanker cleaning mechanism. However, these solutions can be less effective and can be bit expensive from an operational perspective and are also time consuming. Another solution can include Sedimclean water tank cleaning machine which can clean sediments in the tank. It is a vacuum cleaner type system which can clean the tank without removing the water from the tank. Sedimclean water tank cleaning machine can clean sediments in the tank. However, such solution can only clean the sediments in the tank and not the scale and algae inside the tank. Another solution for regulating temperature inside the water tank can include making the water tank of light color to avoid accumulation of algae and similar biological contaminants. However, such solutions are not ideal.
[0005] There is a need to overcome above mentioned problems of prior art by bringing a solution that facilitates in providing an automatic cleaning and desludging of the water tank without causing harm on health of user and can remove sediments, algae, scales, and other impurities effectively and in less time. Also, the solution can be energy efficient and can help in regulating temperature of water inside the water tank.
OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0006] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one
embodiment herein satisfies are as listed herein below.
[0007] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system for a water source that is effective, safe, and cost
effective.
[0008] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system that requires less time and reduced human efforts
thus making operation user friendly.
[0009] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system that is promising both in terms of imparting
cleanliness and avoiding excess manpower and in temperature regulation of water
inside the tank.
[0010] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system that facilitates in prevention of algae production
by regulating temperature.[0011] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system that provides high safety, low risk, high
efficiency, less time for cleaning and avoids environmental pollution problems
while cleaning overhead tanks.
[0012] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system that is controlled by mobile computing devices
and a user initiates operation of the system through the mobile computing devices
for cleaning.
[0013] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an automatic
desludging and cleaning system where impurity parameters are monitored by a
user through the mobile computing device and accordingly steps are taken for
cleaning and desludging.
SUMMARY
[0014] The present disclosure relates generally to field of cleansing system. More particularly, the present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning system for water sources like tank, overhead container, and the like. [0015] An aspect of the present disclosure pertains a desludging and cleaning system for a water source. The system may include a first set of sensors, a second set of sensors, a set of motors, a thermoelectric regulator, a set of inlets with a first set of valves and a set of outlets with a second set of valves, and a controller. The first set of sensors may be configured to sense impurities inside the water source, where the water source may include a set of inlets to receive water and a set of outlets to drain the water out, where the set of inlets may be configured with the first set of valves and the set of outlets configured with the second set of valves. [0016] In an aspect, the second set of sensors may be configured to sense water level inside the water source and the set of motors may be configured with one or more fins.
[0017] In an aspect, the thermoelectric regulator may be configured to sense temperature within a pre-determined area of the water stored inside the water source and accordingly regulate the sensed temperature.
[0018] In an aspect, the controller may be operatively coupled to the first set of sensors, the second set of sensors, the set of motors, the thermoelectric regulator, the first set of valves and the second set of valves, wherein the controller is operatively coupled to a memory storing a set of instructions executable by the controller. The controller is configured to extract impurity parameters, and water level from a first set of signals and a second set of signals received from the first set of sensors, and the second set of sensors. The controller may be configured to compare the impurity parameters with a pre-stored impurities limit stored in a database, where the impurity parameters may include turbidity level, sediment level, total dissolved solids, pH level, total suspended solids, and biological contaminant level.
[0019] In an aspect, the controller may be configured to transmit a set of actuation signals to the set of motors upon identification of the impurity parameters above the impurities limit, where the set of actuation signals may enable in actuating the set of motors configured with the one or more fins to drain the water with impurities from the set of outlets by activating the second set of valves to open.
[0020] In an aspect, the controller may be configured to transmit a second set of actuation signals to close the second set of valves when the water with impurities is drained out from the set of outlets, and where the second set of actuation signals may facilitate in opening the first set of valves to enable in filling of the water source through the set of inlets after cleaning and desludging. [0021] In an aspect, the controller may be configured to regulate the temperature through the temperature regulator upon detection of a temperature above a pre-determined temperature limit for water stored in the water source, and may facilitate in avoiding accumulation of the impurities and biological containments caused due to increased temperature by actuating the set of motors configured with the fins to stir the water with set of valves in closed position.
[0022] In an aspect, the first set of sensors may include any or a combination
of turbidity sensor, potential of hydrogen (pH) sensor, water quality sensor,
oxygen reduction potential sensor, water contamination sensor, and algal bloom
sensor.
[0023] In an aspect, the second set of sensors may include any or a
combination of water level sensor, ultrasonic sensor, hydrostatic pressure level
sensor, temperature sensor, and distance sensor.
[0024] In an aspect, the system may include a pump operatively coupled to the
set of motors and the controller, where the pump may facilitate in draining the
impure water from the water source through the set of outlets.
[0025] In an aspect, the system may include a power source operatively
coupled to the controller, where the power source may facilitate in supplying
electric power to the system and may enable in operation of the set of motors,
thermoelectric regulator and the pump for cleaning and desludging the water
source, where the power source may include any or a combination of a solar
battery, and solar cell.
[0026] In an aspect the thermoelectric regulator may include a series of
thermoelectric cells configured with peltier module, wherein the thermoelectric
regulator enables in regulating the increased temperature of water inside the water
source.
[0027] In an aspect, the set of sprayers may be configured inside the water
source, where the set of sprayers may be coupled with the set of inlets and
operatively coupled to the controller, where the controller may be configured to
actuate the set of sprayers when the second set of valves associated with the set of
outlets are closed, where the set of sprayers may enable in cleaning the water
source from inside after removal of the impure water.
[0028] In an aspect, the system may include a container filled with biological
contaminant removal solution, where a pre-determined quantity of the biological
contaminant solution may be transferred to the water source to avoid
accumulation of the biological contaminant.
[0029] In an aspect, the pre-determined quantity may be determined by the controller based on water level inside the water source, where the water level may be determined through the second set of sensors.
[0030] In an aspect, the controller may be configured to transmit the compared impurity parameters to one or more mobile computing devices through a communication unit, where the set of motors may be actuated through the one or more mobile computing devices to initiate the cleaning and desludging of the water source.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0031] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further
understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in and constitute a
part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the
present disclosure and, together with the description, serve to explain the
principles of the present disclosure.
[0032] The diagrams are for illustration only, which thus is not a limitation of
the present disclosure, and wherein:
[0033] FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of proposed automatic desludging
and cleaning system for a water source, in accordance with an embodiment of the
present disclosure.
[0034] FIG. 2A-2H illustrate exemplary views of the proposed automatic
desludging and cleaning system for a water source, in accordance with an
embodiment of the present disclosure.
DETAIL DESCRIPTION
[0035] In the following description, numerous specific details are set forth in order to provide a thorough understanding of embodiments of the present invention. It will be apparent to one skilled in the art that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without some of these specific details. [0036] Embodiments of the present invention include various steps, which will be described below. The steps may be performed by hardware components or
may be embodied in machine-executable instructions, which may be used to cause
a general-purpose or special-purpose processor programmed with the instructions
to perform the steps. Alternatively, steps may be performed by a combination of
hardware, software, firmware and/or by human operators.
[0037] If the specification states a component or feature "may", "can",
"could", or "might" be included or have a characteristic, that particular component
or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[0038] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that
follow, the meaning of "a," "an," and "the" includes plural reference unless the
context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the
meaning of "in" includes "in" and "on" unless the context clearly dictates
otherwise.
[0039] While embodiments of the present invention have been illustrated and
described, it will be clear that the invention is not limited to these embodiments
only. Numerous modifications, changes, variations, substitutions, and equivalents
will be apparent to those skilled in the art, without departing from the spirit and
scope of the invention, as described in the claim.
[0040] The present disclosure relates generally to field of cleansing system.
More particularly, the present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and
cleaning system for water sources like tank, overhead container, and the like.
[0041] FIG. 1 illustrates a block diagram of proposed automatic desludging
and cleaning system for a water source, in accordance with an embodiment of the
present disclosure.
[0042] As illustrated in FIG. 1, the proposed system (100) (also referred to as
system (100), herein) can include a first set of sensors (102), a second set of
sensors (104), a thermoelectric regulator (106), a set of motors (108), a controller
(110), inlet ports (112) or a set of inlets, outlet ports (114) or a set of outlets , set
of sprayers (116), and a set of valves (118). The system (100) can facilitate in
cleaning and desludging a water source like water tank, overhead tank, and the
likes automatically from inside. The system (100) can include solar power source
to supply electric power for operation of the system (100). The system (100) can
be configured with the water source and fitted with internal wirings and pipes for inlet and outlet for draining and filling of water inside the water source. The system (100) can enable in avoiding accumulation of algae and similar biological contaminants inside the water source caused due to increased temperature of water stored inside the water source by regulating the increased temperature of the water.
[0043] In an embodiment, the first set of sensors (102) can be configured to sense impurities inside the water source, where the water source can include a set of inlets (112) to receive water and a set of outlets (114) to drain the water out. In another embodiment, the set of inlets (112) can be configured with a first set of valves (118-1) and the set of outlets (114) can be configured with a second set of valves (118-2). In an illustrative embodiment, the first set of sensors (102) can include any or a combination of turbidity sensor, potential of hydrogen (pH) sensor, water quality sensor, oxygen reduction potential sensor, water contamination sensor, algal bloom sensor, but not limited to the mentioned first set of sensors (102).
[0044] In an illustrative embodiment, the turbidity sensor can sense the turbidity inside the water stored in the water source and can transmit a set of electrical signals to the controller (110). In another illustrative embodiment, the pH sensor can be configured to determine pH of the water stored, whether the water is more acidic, basic or neutral for usage. Information pertaining to the detected pH can be transmitted to the controller (110). The water quality sensor can be configured to identify water quality of the water stored inside the water source, and the algal bloom sensor can be configured to determine algae content inside the water source, where the first set of sensors (102) can transmit information pertaining to impurities inside the water of the water source to the controller (110).
[0045] In an embodiment, the second set of sensors (104) can be configured to sense water level inside the water source, and correspondingly transmit information pertaining to sensed water level inside the water source to the controller (110). In an illustrative embodiment, the second set of sensors (104) can
include any or a combination of water level sensor, ultrasonic sensor, hydrostatic pressure level sensor, temperature sensor, distance sensor, and the like. In another embodiment, the set of motors (108) can be configured with one or more fins, where the set of motors (108) can facilitate in draining impure water from the water source through the set of outlets (114). The one or more fins can help in rotating the motor and whirling the water inside the water source to avoid accumulation of impurities and biological containments.
[0046] In an embodiment, the thermoelectric regulator (106) can be configured to sense temperature within a pre-determined area of the water stored inside the water source and accordingly regulate the sensed temperature. In an illustrative embodiment, the thermoelectric regulator (106) can include a series of thermoelectric cells configured with peltier module, where the thermoelectric regulator (106) can enable in regulating the increased temperature of water inside the water source. When the water inside the water source gets heated, the thermoelectric regulator (106) can help in transferring heat to other side of the water source where the temperature is normal or not increased. In another embodiment, information pertaining to the sensed temperature by the thermoelectric regulator (106) can be transmitted to the controller (110). [0047] In an embodiment, the controller (110) can be operatively coupled to the first set of sensors (102), the second set of sensors (104), the set of motors (108), the thermoelectric regulator (106), the first set of valves (118-1) and the second set of valves (118-2), where the controller (110) can be operatively coupled to a memory storing a set of instructions executable by the controller (110). The controller (110) can be configured to receive a first set of signals pertaining to impurity parameters from the first set of sensors (102) and a second set of signals pertaining to sensed water level from the second set of sensors (104) in electrical form.
[0048] In an illustrative embodiment, the controller (110) can be any or a combination of processor , microcontroller, Atmega, Arduino, and the like, where the controller (110) can be configured to analyze the impurity parameters and the water level inside the water source and accordingly enables in actuating the set of
motors (108) by transmitting a first set of actuation signals. The controller (110) can be configured to receive the sensed temperature of the water inside the water source through the thermoelectric regulator and can facilitate in transmitting a second set of actuation signals to the thermoelectric regulator to regulate the increased temperature to avoid accumulation of the biological containments like algae, and the like.
[0049] In an embodiment, the controller (110) can be configured to transmit the first set of actuation signals to the set of motors (108) upon detection of the increased temperature inside the water source, and accordingly the set of motors (108) configured with the one or more fins can rotate and stir the water to avoid accumulation of the algae, and similar substance deposited due to the increased temperature. In another embodiment, the controller (110) can be configured to actuate the thermoelectric regulator based on the received temperature information to regulate the temperature inside the water source.
[0050] In an embodiment, the controller (110) can be configured to activate the first set of valves (118-1), and the second set of valves (118-2) according to requirement for draining the impure water or refilling the water. In another embodiment, the system (100) can include a pump operatively coupled to the set of motors (108), and the controller (110), where the pump can facilitate in draining the impure water from the water source through the set of outlets (114). In another embodiment, the controller (110) can be configured to measure water level inside the water source and actuates the set of motors (108) for cleaning or desludging only when the water inside the water source is at pre-determined level. [0051] In an embodiment, the system (100) can include a power source operatively coupled to the controller (110), where the power source (110) can facilitate in supplying electric power to the system (100), and can enable in operation of the set of motors (108), the thermoelectric regulator (106), and the pump for cleaning and desludging the water source. In another embodiment, the power source can include any or a combination of a solar battery, solar cell, and the like. In an illustrative embodiment, the power source can include one or more solar panels or solar plates configured with top cover of the water source, where
the one or more solar panels or solar plates can facilitate in receiving solar rays and helps in charging the solar battery for supplying electric power to the system (100).
[0052] In an embodiment, the set of sprayers (116) can be configured inside the water source, where the set of sprayers (116) can be coupled with the set of inlets (112) and operatively coupled to the controller (110), where the controller (110) can be configured to actuate the set of sprayers (116) when the second set of valves (118-2) associated with the set of outlets (114) are closed. The set of sprayers (116) can enable in cleaning the water source from inside after removal of the impure water. The set of sprayers (116) can be water jets configured inside the water source at each corner to clean the water source after the impure water is drained out and before the water source is refilled with fresh water. [0053] In an embodiment, the system (100) can include a container filled with biological contaminant removal solution, where a pre-determined quantity of the biological contaminant solution can be transferred to the water source to avoid accumulation of the biological contaminant. The pre-determined quantity of the biological contaminant can be determined by the controller (110) based on water level inside the water source, where the water level can be determined through the second set of sensors (104).
[0054] In an embodiment, the temperature of water inside the water source or tank can be regulated utilizing thermoelectric cells (106). Thermoelectric cells can be attached on the inner side of the water tank. Thermoelectric cells can operate by the peltier effect, where the peltier effect can help in preventing generation of algae caused by excessive heat. In another embodiment, the system (100) can include the container filled with algae removal liquid, for removing algae through algae removal liquid, where the container inside gets triggered based upon detection of sensors(mainly Turbidity) being attached, further controlled by the microcontroller (110). The water inside the tank can be stirred using the set of motors (108) with the ball valves (118-2) closed to prevent standing water and likewise further limiting chances of algae production.
[0055] In an embodiment, the system (100) can facilitate in cleaning the water storage sources automatically from inside. The system (100) can include the set of solar panels, the first set of sensors (102), the second set of sensors (104), the drain out ports (114), the inlet ports (112), the controller (110), the set of water jets or sprayers (116), and the set of motors (108) configured with the one or more fins. The set of solar panels can conserve energy which is stored in a rechargeable battery coupled with the water tank. The first set of sensors (102) like pH sensor, turbidity sensor, and water level sensor, and the like, can be configured to detect impurities such as dirt, fungus, filth, sediment etc. The first set of sensors (102) can sense impurities in the water tank and consequently the microcontroller (110) can facilitate in actuating the set of motors (108) attached at the bottom of the tank, where the plurality of fins can be movably coupled with the set of motors (108).
[0056] Upon actuation of the set of motors (108), and the plurality of fins, water can be thrown with pressure on inner surfaces of the tank to clean impurities from the inner surfaces. After a pre-defined time, the water can be released outside from the tank through the drain out ports (114), and when all the water is drained out, microprocessor (110) or controller (110) can transmit a set of completion signals to close all the drain out ports (114). The microprocessor (110) can transmit a set of signals to open inlet pipe (112) to fill water inside the tank partially, and the set of motors (108) can be actuated again to provide water to the set of water jets or sprayers (116) coupled at a pre-defined position in the water tank, where the water jets can throw water on the inner surface with a pre-defined pressure to clean of the water tank, and later water can be drained out again. [0057] Process of draining the impure water out through the outlet ports (114) and spraying the water inside through the set of jets or sprayers (116) can be repeated till the first set of sensors (102) senses good quality of water inside the tank. When the water tank is clean from inside, the microcontroller (110) can enable the inlet pipe (112) to receive water, upon reaching to a certain level the water supply can be terminated automatically, where water level can be sensed by the second set of sensors (104). Further, cleaning procedure can be controlled by
one or more mobile computing devices associated with a user. The user can receive water tank information such as alkalinity, haziness, and depth, from the controller (110) through a communication unit, and the user can actuate the set of motors (108) through the one or more mobile computing devices to initiate cleaning process.
[0058] FIG. 2A-2H illustrate exemplary views of the proposed automatic desludging and cleaning system for a water source, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0059] As illustrated in FIG. 2A-2H, the system (100) can include one or more solar panels (202), a top cover (204) of a water source or a tank ,an outer tank (210), housing for circuit (206), outer structure (208), a set of inlets (112), and a set of outlets (114). The system (100) can include battery (216), a set of motors (108), a pump (212), set of wirings (214), a thermoelectric regulator or a thermoelectric cells (106), a controller (110), a set of sprayers (116), a first set of sensors (102), and a second set of sensors (104). The system (100) can facilitate in cleaning overhead tanks, and similar water source automatically without any manual intervention, and can provide high safety, high efficiency, and requires less time for cleaning and helps in avoiding environmental pollution problems. [0060] In an embodiment, the system (100) can include the solar panel (202) setup along with a mechatronics system including a spin motor (108) attached at base and high-pressure water jets (116))along sides of the tank . The solar panel setup (202) can provide required energy to control working of the set of motors (108). The set of motors (108) along with the one or more fins can make the inner drum rotate back and forth so that clean water flowing through water streams cleans the tank and the sediments or impurities can get drained from a second set of valves. Once the tank is clean the second set of valves can be closed so that the water can be filled into the tank. The system (100) along with the set of motors (108) can be controlled by an Internet of Things (IoT) on demand smart application including certain features which can details about water levels, alert for tank cleanup.
[0061] Furthermore, with the first set of sensors (102), and the second set of sensors (104) being installed, a user can at a time from smart app can check upon many parameters - alkalinity, haziness, depth and also can wash the tank by just one-click after setting up connection with an app. In an embodiment, temperature of water inside the water tank can be regulated using thermoelectric cells (106) which can also prevent generation of algae as excessive heat can be one of reasons for algae production. Moreover the water inside the tank can be stirred using the water drainage motor (108) with ball valves closed to prevent standing water and likewise further limiting chances of algae production. Externally a small tank or an outer tank (210) can be attached containing algae removal liquid which can also be automatically adequately poured every time according to filled capacity of the water tank, where the capacity of the water tank can be determined by distance sensor driven by the microcontroller (110).
[0062] In an embodiment, the system (100) can help in solving problem of occasional and conventional cleaning of water tanks and can also reduce risk factor for an entity cleaning the tank as the water tanks can be situated very high from ground. In an embodiment, three solar panels (202) can be placed on consecutive three slanted edges of the water tank where one of the slanted edges can house brain for smart operation of the first set of sensors (102), and the second set of sensors (104) attached and likewise can use solar energy for power generation, where the solar energy can be then stored inside a rechargeable battery for later use. The power stored in the rechargeable battery can be further used as a power to drive the microcontroller (110) which can control the set of motors (108) attached at bottom surface of the outer tank (210) which can help in draining out the water with the use of angled fins (generally ranging between 30-45°) for cleaning.
[0063] Further, the water pump (214) can facilitate in working of four inter-connected angled jet Sprays (116) attached inside the upper part of the water tank for self-cleaning of the tank. Likewise, the water levels and water purity involving the parameters of haziness and alkalinity can be measured using the first set of sensors (102) such as pH sensor, Turbidity sensor, and the like, operatively
coupled to the microcontroller (110). Internal water temperature can be measured by a temperature sensor attached alongside the pH, Turbidity sensor. The internal temperature of the water tank can be regulated by the thermoelectric cells (106) which can be triggered by the microcontroller (110) when the temperature inside the water tank rises above a set temperature. The temperature regulation can also prevent production of algae. Moreover the water inside the tank can be stirred using the water drainage motor (108) with the ball valves closed to prevent standing water and likewise further limiting chances of algae production. Thermoelectric cells (106) can be attached on inner side of the water tank. [0064] In an embodiment, Thermoelectric cells (106) can be operated by peltier effect. The thermoelectric cells (106) can have two sides, and when a DC electric current flows through the thermoelectric cells (106), it brings heat from one side to the other, so that one side gets cooler while the other gets hotter. With the thermoelectric cells (106), the water tank can be made up of light color and can be completely wrapped with a light coloured woolen jacket such that most of the outer tank (210) plastic area can be covered for additional cooling. The outer tank (210) can have a water inlet valve close to the top cover plate (204) and four drain out points (114) on bottom which can be inter-connected at a certain angle and open at a single outlet.
[0065] In an embodiment, the four drain out points (114) can have electrically controlled ball valves which can open by instructions of the microcontroller (110) provided by the user. The bottom area of the tank can include the set of motors (108) with angled fins, the water pump (212), and battery which can be properly insulated. Externally a small tank can be attached containing the algae removal liquid which can also be automatically adequately poured every time according to the filled capacity of the water tank, where the capacity of the water tank can be determined by the distance sensor driven by the microcontroller (110). The angled fins of the set of motors (108) can help in draining out water quickly. After all water is drained out 5-10% tank can be refilled with water for supply to the water pump (212), which can be connected to water sprays (116) which clean out inside walls of the water tank.
[0066] Cycle of draining water can be continued until it reaches an adequate pH and Turbidity level. The jet sprays (116) can spray in a spiral motion covering maximum area for cleaning. After successful cleaning of the tank water, the water tank can again be drained out and refilled with fresh water from the water inlet valve . Other than self-cleaning the water tank can include an auto-power cut by determining the water level using the water level sensor to prevent overflow of water.
[0067] In an embodiment, the controller (110) can be configured to extract impurity parameters, and water level from a first set of signals and a second set of signals received from the first set of sensors, and the second set of sensors. The controller (110) can be configured to Compare the impurity parameters with a pre-stored impurities limit stored in a database, where the impurity parameters can include turbidity level, sediment level, total dissolved solids, pH level, total suspended solids, and biological contaminants level. The controller (110) can be configured to transmit a set of actuation signals to the set of motors upon identification of the impurity parameters above the impurities limit, where the set of actuation signals can enable in actuating the set of motors (108) configured with the one or more fins to drain the water with impurities from the set of outlets (114) by activating the second set of valves to open.
[0068] In an embodiment, the controller (110) can be configured to transmit a second set of actuation signals to close the second set of valves when the water with impurities is drained out from the set of outlets (114), and where the second set of actuation signals can facilitate in opening the first set of valves to enable in filling of the water source through the set of inlets (112) after cleaning and desludging. The controller (110) can be configured to regulate temperature through the temperature regulator upon detection of a temperature above a pre-determined temperature limit for water stored in the water source, and facilitates in avoiding accumulation of the impurities and biological containments caused due to increased temperature by actuating the set of motors (108) configured with the fins to stir the water with set of valves in closed position.
[0069] It should be apparent to those skilled in the art that many more modifications besides those already described are possible without departing from the inventive concepts herein. The inventive subject matter, therefore, is not to be restricted except in the spirit of the appended claims. Moreover, in interpreting both the specification and the claims, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms "comprises" and "comprising" should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements,' components, or steps that are not expressly referenced. [0070] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the invention, other and further embodiments of the invention may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the invention is determined by the claims that follow. The invention is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the invention when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.
ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0071] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning
system for a water source that is effective, safe, and cost effective.
[0072] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning
system that requires less time and reduced human efforts thus making operation
user friendly.
[0073] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning
system that is promising both in terms of imparting cleanliness and avoiding
excess manpower and in temperature regulation of water inside the tank.
[0074] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning
system that facilitates in prevention of algae production by regulating temperature.
[0075] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning system that provides high safety, low risk, high efficiency, less time for cleaning and avoids environmental pollution problems while cleaning overhead tanks. [0076] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning system that is controlled by mobile computing devices and a user initiates operation of the system through the mobile computing devices for cleaning. [0077] The present disclosure provides an automatic desludging and cleaning system where impurity parameters are monitored by a user through the mobile computing device and accordingly steps are taken for cleaning and desludging.
We Claim:
1. An automatic desludging and cleaning system for a water source, the system comprising:
a first set of sensors configured to sense impurities inside the water source, wherein the water source includes a set of inlets to receive water and a set of outlets to drain the water out, wherein the set of inlets are configured with first set of valves and the set of outlets are configured with a second set of valves;
a second set of sensors configured to sense water level inside the water source;
a set of motors configured with one or more fins;
a thermoelectric regulator configured to sense temperature within a pre-determined area of the water stored inside the water source and accordingly regulate the sensed temperature;
a controller operatively coupled to the first set of sensors, the second set of sensors, the set of motors, the thermoelectric regulator, the first set of valves and the second set of valves, wherein the controller includes a memory, wherein the memory stores a set of instructions executable by the controller, wherein the controller is configured to:
extract impurity parameters, and water level from a first set
of signals and a second set of signals received from the first set of
sensors, and the second set of sensors;
compare the impurity parameters with a pre-stored
impurities limit stored in a database, wherein the impurity
parameters include turbidity level, sediment level, total dissolved
solids, pH level, total suspended solids, and biological
contaminants level;
transmit a set of actuation signals to the set of motors upon
identification of the impurity parameters above the impurities limit,
wherein the set of actuation signals enables in actuating the set of
motors configured with the one or more fins to drain the water with impurities from the set of outlets by activating the second set of valves to open;
transmit a second set of actuation signals to close the second set of valves when the water with impurities is drained out from the set of outlets, and wherein the second set of actuation signals facilitate in opening the first set of valves to enable in filling of the water source through the set of inlets after cleaning and desludging,
wherein the controller is configured to regulate the temperature through the temperature regulator upon detection of a temperature above a pre-determined temperature limit for water stored in the water source, and facilitates in avoiding accumulation of the impurities and biological containments caused due to increased temperature by actuating the set of motors configured with the fins to stir the water with set of valves in closed position.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the first set of sensors include any or a combination of turbidity sensor, potential of hydrogen (pH) sensor, water quality sensor, oxygen reduction potential sensor, water contamination sensor, algal bloom sensor,
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the second set of sensors include any or a combination of water level sensor, ultrasonic sensor, hydrostatic pressure level sensor, temperature sensor, distance sensor,
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system includes a pump operatively coupled to the set of motors and the controller, wherein the pump facilitates in draining the impure water from the water source through the set of outlets.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system includes a power source operatively coupled to the controller, wherein the power source facilitates in supplying electric power to the system and enables in operation of the set of motors, thermoelectric regulator and the pump for
cleaning and desludging the water source, wherein the power source includes any or a combination of a solar battery, and solar cell
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the thermoelectric regulator includes a series of thermoelectric cells configured with peltier module, wherein the thermoelectric regulator enables in regulating the increased temperature of water inside the water source.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the set of sprayers are configured inside the water source, wherein the set of sprayers are coupled with the set of inlets and operatively coupled to the controller, wherein the controller is configured to actuate the set of sprayers when the second set of valves associated with the set of outlets are closed, wherein the set of sprayers enables in cleaning the water source from inside after removal of the impure water.
8. The system as claimed in clam 1, wherein the system includes a container filled with biological contaminant removal solution, wherein a pre-determined quantity of the biological contaminant solution is transferred to the water source to avoid accumulation of the biological contaminant.
9. The system as claimed in claim 8, wherein the pre-determined quantity is determined by the controller based on water level inside the water source, wherein the water level is determined through the second set of sensors.
10. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the controller is configured to transmit the compared impurity parameters to one or more mobile computing devices through a communication unit, wherein the set of motors is actuated through the one or more mobile computing devices to initiate the cleaning and desludging of the water source.
| # | Name | Date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 202111031678-STATEMENT OF UNDERTAKING (FORM 3) [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 2 | 202111031678-POWER OF AUTHORITY [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 3 | 202111031678-FORM FOR STARTUP [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 4 | 202111031678-FORM FOR SMALL ENTITY(FORM-28) [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 5 | 202111031678-FORM 1 [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 6 | 202111031678-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI(FORM-28) [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 7 | 202111031678-EVIDENCE FOR REGISTRATION UNDER SSI [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 8 | 202111031678-DRAWINGS [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 9 | 202111031678-DECLARATION OF INVENTORSHIP (FORM 5) [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 10 | 202111031678-COMPLETE SPECIFICATION [14-07-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-07-14 |
| 11 | 202111031678-Proof of Right [17-09-2021(online)].pdf | 2021-09-17 |
| 12 | 202111031678-FORM 18 [09-05-2023(online)].pdf | 2023-05-09 |