Description:DEBRIS EVACUATION SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to evacuation system. Specifically, the present invention relates to a debris evacuation system. More particularly, the present invention relates to a debris evacuation system for efficiently and quietly evacuate debris from construction sites or similar environments.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
From the emergence of sorting facility for parcels, various parcels are unloaded from trucks or other vehicles at unloading locations, sorted, and then loaded onto trucks or other vehicles at loading locations for delivery to the intended recipients. Thus, within the sorting facility, there is often a complex system of conveyors and equipment that facilitates transport and sorting of the parcels within the facility. One such piece of equipment useful for sorting the various parcels is a robot singulator including a robotic framework (comprised of one or more arms) and an end effector, such as a vacuum-based end effector, that is mounted to the distal end of the robotic framework and configured to engage parcels.
To engage and transport parcels, vacuum-based end effectors commonly include one or more vacuum cups that provide a suction force sufficient to grasp and hold a target parcel when placed in fluid communication with a vacuum source. To detect pneumatic engagement with a parcel, each vacuum cup of the end effector can be operably connected to a vacuum sensor that is configured to provide vacuum pressure feedback indicative of whether the vacuum cup has pneumatically engaged with the parcel, as disclosed. To operably connect the vacuum cups of the end effector and corresponding vacuum sensors, the end effector will typically include one or more ports, with each port corresponding to one of the vacuum cups of the end effector. A vacuum sensor line is then provided for each port to connect the port with a vacuum sensor, thereby placing the vacuum sensor in fluid communication with the vacuum cup corresponding to the port. As a flow of air is drawn through a vacuum cup, a certain degree of air is also drawn through the vacuum sensor line connecting the vacuum cup to the vacuum sensor, which is subsequently measured by the vacuum sensor. Such inflow of air can, however, also draw in and introduce dust and other debris into the vacuum sensor line and/or vacuum sensor. Over time, a buildup of dust or other debris can adversely affect the accuracy of the feedback provided by the vacuum sensor.
There are few of the prior arts available in the state of art about the existence of debris evacuation system.
US11839970B2 discloses the System and method for preventing debris buildup in vacuum sensor lines, the invention also includes system for preventing debris buildup in vacuum sensor lines includes: a manifold, including a positive air pressure source and a controller; and one or more positive air pressure lines. Each positive air pressure line is in fluid communication with the manifold and can be placed in fluid communication with a vacuum sensor line. The controller is operably connected to and selectively activates the positive air pressure source to emit a positive flow of air, which can be directed into the one or more positive air pressure lines, and then into and through the associated vacuum sensor lines to evacuate debris. In some embodiments, a positive flow of air can also be directed through one or more vacuum lines of the end effector to promote the release of a parcel engaged with the end effector and/or clear the vacuum lines of debris.
US8984708B2 discloses the Evacuation station system, the invention also discloses a cleaning system includes a robotic cleaner and an evacuation station. The robotic cleaner can dock with the evacuation station to have debris evacuated by the evacuation station. The robotic cleaner includes a bin to store debris, and the bin includes a port door through which the debris can be evacuated into the evacuation station. The evacuation station includes a vacuum motor to evacuate the bin of the robotic cleaner.
US20160166126A1 discloses the Debris evacuation for cleaning robots, the invention also includes a robot floor cleaning system features a mobile floor cleaning robot and an evacuation station. The robot includes: a chassis with at least one drive wheel operable to propel the robot across a floor surface; a cleaning bin disposed within the robot and arranged to receive debris ingested by the robot during cleaning; and a robot vacuum configured to pull debris into the cleaning bin from an opening on an underside of the robot. The evacuation station is configured to evacuate debris from the cleaning bin of the robot, and includes: a housing defining a platform arranged to receive the cleaning robot in a position in which the opening on the underside of the robot aligns with a suction opening defined in the platform; and an evacuation vacuum in fluid communication with the suction opening and operable to draw air into the evacuation station housing through the suction opening.
This invention relates to the traditional knowledge of mechanical engineering and structural engineering. Although the existing patents have their own advantages, few of them lack in clear evacuation, effluent treatment, cumbersome in regular maintenance is required to ensure the system remains functional. This includes clearing blockages, repairing wear and tear, also this leads to installation and maintenance of debris evacuation systems can be costly.
The construction and building industry face significant challenges in the safe, healthy, and environmentally friendly disposal of debris. Traditional debris chute systems, which often use metal or diesel barrels welded together or plastic molded chutes, have several drawbacks. Metal barrel chutes generate noise levels above the industry safety limit of 70dB and require heavy equipment for erection. Plastic molded chutes, while effective, become problematic to dispose of after use, as they cannot be repurposed and must be transported to recycling centers.
A need therefore existed for an apparatus and method that will evacuate debris from the space that is between the plunger and the barrel; to extend the operating life, the present invention addresses this need and provides other, related, advantages. Hence, there exists an urgent need in the state of art to develop a novel debris evacuation system to overcome the existing drawbacks and issues.

OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION
The principal objective of the present invention is to provide an eco-friendly debris evacuation system.
Another objective of the present inventio is to provide an ecofriendly debris evacuation system by reusing of material already available at construction sites.
Another objective of the present invention is to provide a novel debris evacuation system to efficiently and quietly evacuate debris from construction sites or similar environments.
Another objective of the present invention is to provide a debris evacuation system comprising barrels, U- bolts, threaded rods washers and fasteners.
Yet another objective of the present invention is to provides a noise-reducing and space-saving solution for debris evacuation system.
Further objective of the present invention is to utilize the developed debris evacuation system for construction sites or similar environments.

SUMMARY OF THE PRESENT INVENTION

The present invention discloses the debris evacuation system (1000) comprises L-ring barrels (1), plurality of U-bolts (2) secured with fasteners (6), threaded rods (3), supporting panel (4) consisting of hot dip galvanized L - angles (4a), washers (5), and rawl plugs/anchor fasteners (6).
The debris evacuation system of the present invention is characterized in that the L-ring barrels (1) securely configured to form a hollow cylinder with a predetermined diameter of at least 540mm, the chute unit comprises a top barrel (1a) and a bottom barrel (1b), in which base of the top barrel (1a) is interfaced at the rim of the second bottom barrel (1b), in which the U-bolts or U-clamp (2) comprises a first U bolt (2a) of the top barrel (1a) and the second U bolt (2b) of the bottom barrel (1b) are secured by threaded rods (3) securely connected the U-bolt (2) is affixed to a top barrel (1a) and a second barrel (1b) in the chute, the barrels (1) are connected in in a vertical configuration, by the threaded rod (3) securing the first U-bolt (2a) and the second U-bolt (2b), forming a chute unit, and multiple chute units in vertical configuration form the debris evacuation system (1000) and provides a noise-reducing and space-saving solution for debris evacuation.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

Figure 1: illustrates the overview of the debris evacuation system (1000) of the present invention.
Figure 2: illustrates the (3) configuration of the debris evacuation system of the present invention.
Figure 3: illustrates the configuration of washer (5) of the debris evacuation system (1000) of the present invention.
Figure 4: illustrates the configuration of raw plug and anchor fasteners (6) of the evacuation system (1000) of the present invention.
Figure 5: illustrates the representation of debris evacuation system (1000) of the present invention.
Figure 6: illustrates the reinforcing unit (7) assembly of debris evacuation system (1000) of the present invention.
Figure 7: illustrates the U – Bolts (2) of debris evacuation system (1000) of the present invention.

REFERENCE NUMERALS:
Table 1: Reference numerals for “DEBRIS EVACUATION SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF” of the present invention:

S.NO PART NAME PART NUMBER
1 Debris evacuation system 1000
2 L-ring barrels 1
3 U-Bolts 2
4 Threaded rods 3
5 Supporting panel 4
6 Washers 5
7 Raw plugs and anchor fasteners 6
8 Reinforcing unit 7

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The present invention as embodied by “DEBRIS EVACUATION SYSTEM AND METHOD THEREOF” succinctly fulfils the above-mentioned need[s] in the art. The present invention has objective[s] arising as a result of the above-mentioned need[s], said objective[s] being enumerated hereinabove. In as much as the objective[s] of the present invention are enumerated, it will be obvious to a person skilled in the art that, the enumerated objective[s] are not exhaustive of the present invention in its entirety and are enclosed solely for the purpose of illustration. Further, the present invention encloses within its scope and preview, any structural alternative[s] and/or any functional equivalent[s] even though, such structural alternative[s] and/or any functional equivalent[s] are not mentioned explicitly herein or elsewhere, in the present disclosure. The present invention therefore encompasses also, any improvisation[s]/modification[s] applied to the structural alternative[s]/functional alternative[s] within its scope and purview. The present invention may be embodied in other specific form[s] without departing from the essential attributes thereof.
Throughout this specification, the use of the word "comprises" and variations such as "comprises" and "comprising" may imply the inclusion of an element or elements not specifically recited.
In general, the present invention relates to the debris evacuation ecochute system these issues by repurposing standard chemical L ring plastic barrels, commonly used for packaging and storing chemicals and various fluids. These barrels, typically blue and with a diameter of around 600mm, can be modified to create an effective debris chute system.

Components and Assembly
The debris evacuation system of the present invention consists of the following components:
1. Plastic L Ring Barrels: Ranging from 150 to 400 liters in capacity, with a minimum inside diameter of 540mm and a minimum height of 1000mm.
2. U Bolts with Fasteners: Including 5/16-inch nuts, bolts, and flat washers.
3. Double-Ended Threaded MS Bright Bar Rods : 8mm in diameter, with washers, 5/16-inch nuts, and bolts, is reinforcement TMT rods.
4. Reinforcement is based on using 8 mm rods. Reinforcing unit is a barrel shaped structure comprising a top and a bottom MS circular strip, connected by vertical rods. Circular strip with 8 mm rods. The reinforcement ring is inserted into the barrel, to serve dual purposes such that the Cut in the bottom. Fix the U clamp. The reinforcement ring Is configured to sit on the U clamp. The securing of the reinforcement unit is done by the U clamp that protrudes inside and hold the reinforcement unit. Barrel the bottom portion U clamp and threaded rod with a washer at the top and the bottom. Top portion ring is removed, and the bottom is removed such that it inserts into the barrel.
5. Universal Support Structure: Made of standard MS hot-dip galvanized ISA65 x 6mm L angles, with holes for anchoring to RCC floors, walls, or scaffolding.

Process of assembling of the debris evacuation system of the present invention:
1. Making a debris evacuation system (1000):
o Cut the top and bottom closed faces of the barrel to create a hollow cylinder with an inner diameter of 540mm.
o Ensure the bottom face ring sits flat on the top of another barrel.
o Drill two 12mm holes in the barrel and fix threaded U bolts with flat washers and 5/16-inch bolts at a distance of 60mm from the top and bottom face of the barrel.
o Insert threaded rods through the U bolts and secure with flat MS washers and 5/16 inch nuts and bolts.
o Repeat these steps for all barrels.
2. Joining debris evacuation system (1000) components:
o Connect the required number of evacuation components using the threaded rods to form a continuous pipe or duct.
3. Fixing the Support Structure:
o Anchor the support structure to the RCC floor, beam, or wall using standard rawl plugs or anchor fasteners.
4. Fixing the Joined evacuation system (1000) components:
o Attach the joined evacuation components to the support structure and secure with bolts and washers.
5. Repetition:
o Repeat the above steps to install the system for the entire building.
The present invention not only ensures safe and efficient debris disposal but also promotes sustainability by reusing existing materials. Additionally, it addresses the issue of scrap materials occupying valuable space at construction sites, thereby freeing up storage space and reducing the movement required for manpower, materials, and equipment.
Thereby the present invention approach not only ensures safe and efficient debris disposal but also promotes sustainability by reusing existing materials.
Moreover, available mainly as scrap in construction sites occupying valuable space for other material that can be stored and brings down the storage space and movement for manpower/material/equipment accordingly .

WORKING:
Initially, the Plastic L Ring Barrels with a 150–400-liter capacity, a minimum inside diameter of 540 mm, and a minimum height of 1000 mm are assembled using U Bolts and fasteners that include flat washers, 5inch/16inch nuts, and bolts. These are then fastened to Double-Ended Threaded MS Bright Bar Rods with an 8 mm diameter, washers, 5/16 inch nuts, and bolts. Additionally, the Universal Support Structure functions as a supporting panel with holes for attaching to RCC floors, walls, or scaffolding. It is composed of standard MS hot-dip galvanized ISA65 x 6mm L angles. Second, the barrels are prepared by cutting their top and bottom closed sides, resulting in a hollow cylinder with an inner diameter of 540 mm, which is used to build the debris evacuation system (1000). Drill holes and install U bolts after that. Drill the barrel with two 12mm holes at a distance of 60mm from the top and bottom faces of the barrel. Barrels are connected through reinforcing elements or units (7) in a vertical configuration, thereby threaded rods are inserted through the threaded U bolts after the bolts are fixed with flat washers and 5/16-inch bolts through these holes. Using 5/16-inch nuts and bolts and flat MS washers, fasten the rods firmly. Thirdly, repeat the process for every barrel to get several hollow cylinders ready. Connecting the Parts of the Debris Evacuation System (1000) Connect Evacuation Components: By joining the barrels end to end, the threaded rods can be used to connect the necessary number of evacuation components, creating a continuous pipe or duct. Using common rawl plugs or anchor fasteners, attach the support structure and anchor it to the RCC floor, beam, or wall, wherein the as mentioned threaded rods are in diameter – 120mm, U – Bolt is in diameter of 540mm, the section A-A,18 – 18 in , 870 mm in height. Using bolts and washers, secure the parts to create a debris evacuation system, also known as an ecochute debris evacuation system. Furthermore, When positioned horizontally or laid flat on the ground, it can be utilized for laying electrical conduit cables. Additionally, with proper sealing or plastic welding at the mating regions of the barrels, it can be used to convey pressurized liquids. However, tests must be conducted to ensure there is no leakage or rupture due to hydrostatic pressure. If the sealing and hydrostatic pressure resistance are confirmed, it can serve as a replacement for PVC pipes of the same wall thickness.

In one of the preferred embodiments, the present invention discloses the debris evacuation system (1000), comprising:
a) L-ring barrels (1);
b) plurality of U-bolts (2) secured with fasteners (6);
c) threaded rods (3);
d) supporting panel (4);
e) washers (5);
f) rawl plugs/anchor fasteners (6), and
g) reinforcing unit (7), the L-ring barrels (1) securely configured to form a hollow cylinder with a predetermined diameter, of at least 540mm, the chute unit comprises a top barrel (1a) and a bottom barrel (1b), in which base of the top barrel (1a) is coupled to the rim of the second bottom barrel (1b),
in which the U-bolts or U-clamp (2) comprises a first U bolt (2a) of the top barrel (1a) and the second U bolt (2b) of the bottom barrel (1b) the barrels (1) are connected to the reinforcing unit (7) in a vertical configuration and multiple chute units in vertical configuration form the debris evacuation system (1000) and provides a noise-reducing and space-saving solution for debris evacuation.
In accordance with the present invention, the L-ring barrels (1) is standard chemical L-ring chemical barrels (1) having specific capacity is in a range of 150 L to 400 L capacity with minimum inside 540mm diameter with minimum height 1000mm.
As per the present invention, the base of the top barrel (1a) is coupled to the rim of the second bottom barrel (1b), coupling comprises interfacing or inserting.
As per the present invention, the supporting panel (4) consisting of hot dip galvanized L - angles (4a); L-ring barrels (1) is made up of plastic material. The L-ring barrels (1) are secured by threaded rods (3) securely connected the U-bolt (2) is affixed to a top barrel (1a) and a second barrel (1b) in the chute.
In accordance with the present invention, the fasteners (6) is 5/16 inch nuts, 5/16 inch bolts and flat washers.

As per the present invention, the Ms bright bar is a double-ended threaded rods (3) having diameter of 8mm in 200 mm length.

In accordance with the present invention, in the debris evacuation system (1000) as Ms hot dip galvanized L - angles is measures ISA65 x 6mm.

In accordance with the present invention, in the debris evacuation system (1000), in the flat Ms washers (5) having predetermined outside diameter which is in the range of 25mm – 40 mm 37mm, inside diameter is in the range of 05mm - 20mm, thickness is the range of 1 mm - 3mm.

In another preferred embodiment, the method of mounting of debris evacuation system (1000), comprising:
i. building an ecochute unit by cutting the top and bottom closed faces of a plastic barrel to form a hollow cylinder, cutting the ring portion of the bottom face to sit flat on another barrel top, drilling holes and fixing U-bolts with flat washers and threaded rods, ;
ii. joining and securing the ecochute unit by connecting the required number of barrels with threaded rods to form a pipe/duct;
iii. fixing the supporting panel by connecting the supporting panel to the RCC floor/beam/wall using rawl plugs/anchor fasteners,
iv. fixing the joined ecochute unit with the support structure, securing the joined elements and threaded rod to the support structure,
v. repeating process steps, i to iv to fix the system for the entire building.
vi. wherein the ecochute elements and the threaded rod on the topmost element on to the holes provided in the support structure and fix the bolts along with washers on both sides.

As per the present invention, the hollow cylinder with a diameter of 540 mm.
Advantages of the present invention:
1. The present invention not only reduces investment costs and storage space but also promotes the reuse of materials, aligning with the 3R (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) concept of green building requirements/guidelines/standards sand mitigating the environmental footprint of the system accordingly.
2. The debris evacuation system of the present invention provides a noise-reducing and space-saving solution for debris evacuation.

The foregoing description and drawings merely explain and illustrate the invention, and the invention is not limited thereto except insofar as the amended claims are so limited, as those skilled in the art who have the disclosure before them will be able to make modifications and variations therein without departing from the scope of the invention.

, Claims:
WE CLAIM:
1. A debris evacuation system (1000), comprising:
a) L-ring barrels (1);
b) plurality of U-bolts (2) secured with fasteners (6);
c) threaded rods (3);
d) supporting panel (4);
e) washers (5);
f) rawl plugs/anchor fasteners (6), and
g) reinforcing unit (7),
h) reinforcing unit (7), characterized in that the L-ring barrels (1) securely configured to form a hollow cylinder with a predetermined diameter, of at least 540mm, the chute unit comprises a top barrel (1a) and a bottom barrel (1b),
wherein base of the top barrel (1a) is coupled to the rim of the second bottom barrel (1b),
wherein the U-bolts or U-clamp (2) comprises a first U bolt (2a) of the top barrel (1a) and the second U bolt (2b) of the bottom barrel (1b) the barrels (1) are connected to the reinforcing unit (7) in a vertical configuration and multiple chute units in vertical configuration form the debris evacuation system (1000) and provides a noise-reducing and space-saving solution for debris evacuation.
2. The debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the L-ring barrels (1) is standard chemical L-ring chemical barrels (1) having specific capacity is in a range of 150 L to 400 L capacity with minimum inside 540mm diameter with minimum height 1000mm.

3. The debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the L-ring barrels (1) is made up of material comprising plastic.

4. The debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the fasteners (6) is 5/16-inch nuts, 5/16-inch bolts and flat washers.

5. The debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Ms bright bar is a double-ended threaded rods (3) having diameter of 8mm in 200 mm length.

6. The debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the reinforcing unit is a barrel shaped structure comprising a top and a bottom circular strip, connected by vertical rods, and the Ms hot dip galvanized L - angles is measures ISA65 x 6mm.sss

7. The debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the flat Ms washers (5) having predetermined outside diameter which is in the range of 25mm – 40 mm 37mm, inside diameter is in the range of 05mm - 20mm, thickness is the range of 1 mm - 3mm.

8. The method of mounting of debris evacuation system (1000) as claimed in claim 1, comprising:
i. building an ecochute unit by cutting the top and bottom closed faces of a plastic barrel to form a hollow cylinder, cutting the ring portion of the bottom face to sit flat on another barrel top, drilling holes and fixing U-bolts with flat washers and threaded rods,
ii. joining and securing the ecochute unit by connecting the required number of barrels with threaded rods to form a pipe/duct,
iii. fixing the supporting panel by connecting the supporting panel to the RCC floor/beam/wall using rawl plugs/anchor fasteners,
iv. fixing the joined ecochute unit with the support structure, securing the joined elements and threaded rod to the support structure,
v. repeating process steps, i to iv to fix the system for the entire building.

9. The method of mounting of debris evacuation system (1000), as claimed in claim 8, wherein the hollow cylinder with a diameter of 540 mm.

10. The method of mounting of debris evacuation system (1000), as claimed in claim 8, wherein the ecochute elements and the threaded rod on the topmost element on to the holes provided in the support structure and fix the bolts along with washers on both sides.

Dated this 07th day of October 2024

Kalyanchand Jhabakh (IN/PA-830)
Agent for Applicant