DESC:INTERNET OF THINGS (IOT) BASED TEMPERATURE CONTROLLED ULTRA PORTABLE TRACKED CARRIER WITH LIVE MONITORING AND ITS METHOD THEREOF

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present disclosure relates to a mobile carrier of temperature sensitive goods, and more specifically, to an Internet of Things (IOT) Based Temperature Controlled ultra-portable tracked Carrier with Live Monitoring (hereinafter interchangeably referred as “tracked carrier”) to maintain the required temperature of the goods being transported in the carrier using a combination of cooling and heating technologies such as but not limited to compressor based refrigeration and thermoelectric couple and also monitor in real time, various parameters, such as but not limited to temperature, humidity, pressure, real time GPS location derived with the help of an embedded processor and various sensors and transmitted using various communication protocols such as but not limited to GSM, Bluetooth Low Energy and NB-IOT to a web server. The parameters are processed in the web server and any deviation is reported to the tracking authority. Data analysis of these parameters helps in better inventory and transit management and avoid losses during transit.

BACKGROUND

[0002] For a variety of goods being transported in the carrier, various parameters are of paramount importance to ensure their quality and usability, for example temperature in the case of medicines and temperature and humidity in the case of perishables. There are certain parameters that are always important irrespective of type of goods such as the GPS location which allows the goods to be accurately tracked during transit to prevent pilferage and arrival time.

[0003] There are portable carriers that only provide cooling, but cannot provide heating to maintain the required temperature. Even the available coolers only maintain an approximate temperature range (measured at the wall of the cooler) but not an accurate temperature range required for certain high value, sensitive goods such as vaccines. Also, none of the portable temperature controlling carriers provide GPS location that can be used to track the goods in transit. The currently available portable carriers that employ active temperature control mechanisms are arduous, heavy and have larger dimensions.

[0004] Therefore, there is a need of an internet of things (IOT) based temperature controlled ultra-portable carrier with live location tracking that allows a monitoring authority (Eg; The health department) to not only ensure the safety of the goods being carried based on parameters such as temperature and humidity, but also track their location to prevent pilferage and estimate accurate arrival time. There is a need for an internet of things (IOT) based tracked carrier that is compact, light-weight, ultra-portable, inexpensive and does not require any technical expertise for its operations. Furthermore, there is a need of a tracked carrier that is battery operated with better optimization and battery life, with efficient power management, and include a communication means or protocol (Wi-Fi or GSM module) to connect with web server to ensure continued tracking.

[0005] There is also a need for an ultra-portable tracked carrier that is configured to send an alert message and/or updates to a registered destination and/or a user equipment in the event of a deviation from the target setting of parameter such as temperature.

[0006] Currently, there is no portable carrier that can strictly maintain environment parameters such as temperature (either by cooling or heating as required) and humidity of the goods being transported while also being able to track this data and associated GPS location in a server to track environment parameter compliance and plan estimated time of arrival for such carrier at a destination in addition to an alert message being sent to the registered destination or a user equipment upon deviation from the target temperature setting or the target parameter setting of the user.

[0007] To solve the above problem, the present disclosure describes an IOT based tracked carrier that is lightweight, ultra-portable, battery operated with better optimization and battery life, leverages active cooling and/or heating mechanisms that are controlled using an embedded processor and onboard sensors. The carrier also leverages different communication mechanisms to communicate data to a web server for parameter compliance and transit planning.

[0008] As used in the description herein, 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.

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0009] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable tracked carrier to maintain required temperature of the goods inside the carrier using a combination of heating and cooling mechanisms such as but not limited to compressor, thermo-electric couple or other heat transfer method.

[0010] It is another object of the present disclosure to provide an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable carrier that is compact, light-weight, portable (battery operated) and inexpensive that does not require much technical expertise for its operation.

[0011] It is another object of the present disclosure to provide an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable carrier that communicates the live GPS location and environment parameters of the carrier with the help of an embedded processor and communicates the parameters and GPS location to the web server by leveraging communication protocol such as but not limited to Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low Energy, GPRS or NBIOT. This data is further used to provide easy to use and insightful analytics that help the authorities to manage their internal processes more efficiently.

SUMMARY

[0012] The present disclosure relates to ultra-portable tracked carrier, and more specifically, to an Internet of Things (IOT) Based Temperature Controlled Mobile Carrier with Live Monitoring to maintain required temperature of goods in carrier using a combination of active cooling and heating technologies such as but not limited to compressor based refrigeration and thermoelectric couple that is battery operable and rechargeable and to monitor various parameters of the goods during transit and storage, such as but not limited to temperature, humidity, pressure, real time GPS location derived with the help of an embedded processor and various sensors and transmitted using various communication protocols such as but not limited to GSM, Bluetooth Low Energy and NB-IOT. The ultra-portable carrier is configured to send an alert message and/or updates to a registered destination and/or a user equipment.

[0013] In an aspect of the disclosure, an ultra-portable tracked carrier for monitoring and maintaining the environmental parameters of goods comprises a carrier having a cargo space enclosed by an insulated lid on top of the carrier, a goods compartment defined by the cargo space for storing temperature sensitive goods, a base compartment with control system in communication with a plurality of sensors processor for accurately controlling the environmental parameters of the goods in the carrier, a compartment comprising an active temperature control mechanism that is operable by a rechargeable battery, an Internet of Things (IoT) platform configured to establish data communication between the plurality of sensors and a server and wherein the carrier is configured to send an alert message and/or updates to a registered destination and a user equipment.

[0014] In another aspect of the disclosure, a method for monitoring and maintaining the environmental parameters of goods in an ultra-portable tracked carrier comprises a carrier having a cargo space enclosed by an insulated lid on top of the carrier wherein the method comprises the steps of: storing temperature sensitive goods in a goods compartment defined by the cargo space, accurately controlling the environmental parameters of the goods in the carrier by a base compartment with control system, in communication with plurality of sensors, an active temperature control mechanism that is operable by a rechargeable battery, for controlling the environmental parameters of goods in the carrier, establishing data communication between the plurality of sensors and a server by an Internet of Things (IoT) platform and sending an alert message and/or updates by the carrier to a registered destination and a user equipment when the temperature of goods exceeds a target temperature setting or a target parameter setting.

[0015] Detailed features of embodiment of the present disclosure will be apparent from accompanying drawings and from detailed description that follows.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] 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.

[0017] In the figures, similar system components and/or method steps may have the same reference label.

[0018] FIG. 1 illustrates exemplary proposed tracked carrier and its high level representation, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] FIG. 2 illustrates exemplary component diagram of the proposed tracked carrier, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0020] FIG. 3 illustrates exemplary network architecture of the proposed tracked carrier, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] FIG. 4 illustrates a method for monitoring and maintaining the environmental parameters of goods in an ultra-portable tracked carrier.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0022] Various implementation inter alia like system, methods and devices within the scope of the appended claims have several aspects, no single one of which is solely responsible for the desirable attributes described herein. Without limiting the scope of the appended claims, some prominent features are described herein. Note that the relative dimensions of the following figures may not be necessarily drawn to scale.

[0023] The detailed description set forth below in connection with the appended drawings is intended to be the description of exemplary embodiments of the invention and is not intended to represent the only embodiments in which the invention is put to use. Hence, it may be evident that such embodiment(s) may be practiced without these specific details. The word “exemplary” described herein throughout the specification refers to as an “example”, “instance”, or “illustration” and should not be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. The detailed description provides a complete understanding of the exemplary embodiments and in some instances some devices are shown in block diagram form. Moreover, all statements herein reciting embodiments of the disclosure, as well as specific examples thereof, are intended to encompass both structural and functional equivalents thereof. Additionally, it is intended that such equivalents include both currently known equivalents as well as equivalents developed in the future (i.e., any elements developed that perform the same function, regardless of structure).

[0024] 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.

[0025] Aspects of the present disclosure relate to an ultra-portable tracked carrier that weighs from about 5 to 20 Kgs to maintain the goods in the carrier at a designated target temperature setting or a target parameter setting and also provides live GPS location of the carrier as it is being transported. The tracked carrier can include a carrier, GPS location tracker, embedded processor and sensor array containing temperature and other variety of sensors. The tracked carrier can be portable, includes a GPS tracker, and configured with communication means or protocol, such as e.g. Wi- Fi or GSM for connecting the carrier with external devices or a cloud server. Sensor Array can contain wide variety of sensors monitoring variety of ambient parameters of goods in transit. Sensors can be temperature, humidity, light, pressure, motion sensors etc. Wide range of sensors can be used to tightly monitor carrier’s ambient parameters, so that real time condition of the goods can be monitored.

[0026] FIG. 1 illustrates exemplary proposed tracked carrier and its high level representation, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0027] In an embodiment, the tracked carrier (101) maintains the required temperature of the goods it is transporting. Tracked carrier (101) having a cargo space can be in a shape of a box or in another shape as deemed suitable for transporting respective goods. The carrier is sufficiently insulated between interior of the carrier and the external environment so that the temperature of the goods can be maintained efficiently.

[0028] The tracked carrier is enclosed by a lid of the carrier (102) to access the interior of the carrier to load or unload goods. It consists of sufficient insulation and can incorporate gasket or stripping to protect the contents from ambient weather. The lid can be hinged or not depending on the needs of the specific scenario. In one embodiment, it could also provide for an automated lock to restrict unauthorized opening and to further send an alert message to a registered destination or a user equipment in the event of a said unauthorized opening to ensure safety and for preventing the carried goods from being tampered.

[0029] The tracked carrier comprises a goods compartment (103) that is defined by a cargo space for storing the goods to be carried. The goods compartment is lined with a conductive material so as to easily transfer heat to the temperature controlling mechanisms. It also enables easy cleaning.

[0030] The tracked carrier is enclosed by a base compartment (106) that consists of the controlling electronics and forms the brain of the carrier. The battery (214) powers a temperature control system (205) and an embedded processor (203) which accesses ambient parameters using the sensor array (210) and makes decisions to control the temperature mechanisms and drives a display unit (204). The processor is configured to drive an active temperature control mechanism to maintain a target temperature setting of the carrier.

[0031] The tracked carrier comprises a compartment (107) that hosts a temperature control system (205). In one embodiment, the temperature control can leverage a vapour compression system using an approved coolant such as, but not limited to, R134a (non-polluting) operating based on vapour compression refrigeration cycle. In another embodiment, a thermo- electric couple could provide the heat transfer needed. In another embodiment, a combination of vapour compressor and thermo- electric couple could be used. Alternately, there could be a different mechanism to transfer heat between the goods compartment (103) and the external environment. The temperature control mechanism is switched on or off by the embedded processor based on the inputs from temperature sensors and the temperature of goods stored in the goods compartment. This ensures better optimization of battery thereby resulting in enhanced battery life and efficiency of temperature control mechanism.

[0032] In an embodiment, the temperature of the goods is measured by a temperature sensor (104) which is strategically placed in the middle of the goods compartment (103) in communication with inner walls of the compartment so as to measure the temperature of the goods accurately. There could be other temperature sensors at other locations to get a better heat map of the goods compartment (103). Location of temperature sensors is a very important design aspect in order to get the precise temperature readings. Temperature varies with location inside the controlled goods compartment. Temperature value at point of interest should be correctly recorded and used.

[0033] The battery operable embedded processor drives a display panel (105) that provides all relevant information to the user. It can display current temperature of the goods, the ambient temperature, battery status etc. This obviates the need for a user to constantly open the lid to check on the condition of the goods and reduce the efficiency of the tracked carrier in maintaining required temperature.

[0034] FIG. 2 illustrates exemplary component diagram of the proposed tracked carrier, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0035] At the heart of the tracked carrier is a system in package (SiP) (203) which serves as its brain. This system in package (203) can contain microprocessor (208), IO controllers (206), Memory (209) and Sensor Data Processors (207). The system in package (203) can be interfaced with the sensor array (210) with sensors measuring ambient parameters such as but not limited to temperature (104), humidity, light, acceleration etc. The system in package (203) uses the data from temperature and other sensors to drive the temperature control mechanisms (205) to maintain the required temperature of the goods. The system in package (203) also connects with the display unit to provide information to be displayed to the user. The system in package (203) uses a GPS module (201) to get the GPS coordinates of the tracked carrier and also provides an accurate estimated arrival time of goods to the registered destination. The system in package (203) leverages a network communication module (202) in order to send collected data to the web server (303).

[0036] The system in package comprises a microprocessor (208) that consists of an ARM cortex core with supported CPU frequency greater than 500MHz. It can support LSIO peripherals such as multiple SPI, 12C, UART, GPIO, PWM, Audio codec (PCM) and more to support various sensors, actuators and any device using an LSIO interface. It can also support HSIO peripherals such as Ethernet and USB along with support for analog signals with inbuilt ADC convertors.

[0037] A GPS module (201) can be used to track to device location in real time. It can also use alternate positioning systems such as GNSS, IRNSS-NavIC and also use technologies such as Assisted GPS to improve location accuracy.

[0038] A Network communication module (202) in communication with the system in package can be used for communication to the cloud server. The network communication module (202) can leverage a combination of one or more communication technologies such as but not limited to, GPRS, WiFi, Bluetooth (or its variants), LoraWan etc. It can also leverage other tracked carriers as a conduit for communicating data with the web server (303).

[0039] In an embodiment, the tracked carrier comprises a battery management system (213) that manages the charging of the battery (214) using different sources such as grid power (212), solar power etc. and also monitors the power consumption by various components such as temperature control system (205), system in package (203) and other components.

[0040] Battery (214) can be of various types like Lithium polymer batteries or Lithium-ion batteries etc. Battery's power supply capacity, size, form factor, voltage output and charging-discharging profile can be the parameters for choosing the desirable battery type for tracked carrier. As the tracked carrier can be used in remote locations where power availability is patchy, power efficiency is an important consideration. Power optimization can be achieved by choosing the right set of sensors, GPS module and communication protocols. Another consideration is to use various modules for just the right time interval. Battery's power profile is also very important. The temperature control system (205) might require a different input voltage (e.g. 12V) and draw specific current while in operation. Most of the other electronic components operate at 3.3V. Hence, appropriate battery needs to be chosen with an appropriate voltage converter (211). Larger battery capacity comes with drawback of bigger size and weight but can support longer off-grid performance. So, a balance must be achieved based on tracking carrier’s need.

[0041] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary network architecture of the proposed tracked carrier, in accordance with an exemplary embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0042] In an embodiment, multiple tracked carriers (101) can connect to a web server (303), database (304) and a mobile application (302) over a network (301). Tracked carrier (101) after collecting all the sensor data transmits the data to the web server (303) over the network (301) using various communication protocols like GSM, NBIoT etc. The web server (303) is connected to database (304), where all the data is stored. The Mobile application (302) also communicates to the web server (303) and the database (304) over the network (301). All the data processing and analytics takes place at the web server (303). After processing data, alerts and updates are sent to registered destination and the mobile application (302).

[0043] Proposed solution can have support for future Low Power Wide Area Networks (LPWAN) such as NB-IoT, CAT-M1, LoRAWAN along with the support for GSM/GPRS wireless to support the existing infrastructure, LORAWAN for peer-peer communication or to gateways in warehouses and NB-IoT, CAT-M1 and GSM/GPRS for communicating with the cloud. There are various M2M protocols such as MQTT, AMQP, CoAP, HTTP and its evolved variants. Proposed solution can support protocols such as but not limited to LWM2M based on CoAP, MQTT and HTTP. HTTP functions as a request-response protocol in the client-server computing model. HTTP is easy to integrate into existing systems, whereas LWM2M is more efficient for IOT device management.

[0044] In an implementation, said system may be embedded with/incorporated with one or more Internet of Things (IOT) devices. In a typical network architecture of the present disclosure can include a plurality of network devices such as transmitter, receivers, and/or transceivers that may include one or more IOT devices. As used herein, IOT devices can be a device that includes sensing and/or control functionality as well as a WiFi transceiver radio or interface, a Bluetooth transceiver radio or interface, a Zigbee transceiver radio or interface, an Ultra-Wideband (UWB) transceiver radio or interface, a WiFi- Direct transceiver radio or interface, a Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) transceiver radio or interface, and/or any other wireless network transceiver radio or interface that allows the IOT device to communicate with a wide area network and with one or more other devices. In some embodiments, an IOT device does not include a cellular network transceiver radio or interface, and thus may not be configured to directly communicate with a cellular network. In some embodiments, an IOT device may include a cellular transceiver radio, and may be configured to communicate with a cellular network using the cellular network transceiver radio.

[0045] User may interact with the network devices using an application, a web browser, a proprietary program, or any other program executed and operated by a access device. In some embodiments, the access device may communicate directly with the network devices (e.g., communication signal). For example, the access device may communicate directly with network devices using Zigbee signals, Bluetooth signals,

WiFi signals, infrared (IR) signals, UWB signals, WiFi-Direct signals, BLE signals, sound frequency signals, or the like. In some embodiments, the access device may communicate with the network devices via the gateways and/or a cloud network.

[0046] Fig. 4 illustrates a process for monitoring and maintaining the environmental parameters of goods in an ultra-portable tracked carrier. The method comprises the steps of storing temperature sensitive goods in a goods compartment defined by the cargo space 401. A base compartment with control system in communication with plurality of sensors accurately controls the environmental parameters of the goods in the carrier 402. An active temperature control mechanism is operable by a rechargeable battery for controlling the environmental parameters of goods in the carrier 403. Data communication is established between the plurality of sensors and a server by an Internet of Things (IoT) platform 404. An alert message and/or updates is sent by the carrier to a registered destination and a user equipment when the temperature of goods exceeds a target temperature setting or a target parameter setting 405.

[0047] The method comprises estimating a real time accurate time of arrival of goods that is sent to the registered destination. The method comprises providing a battery management system for charging the battery and for monitoring the power consumed for optimized battery performance. The method comprises configuring an active temperature control mechanism comprises maintaining target temperature setting of the carrier. The method comprises configuring a display panel for providing the monitored parameters and battery status to alert the user and a monitoring authority or to a registered destination when the temperature of goods exceeds a target temperature setting or a target parameter setting. The method comprises configuring the processor to leverage an active cooling and heating mechanism based on the ambient temperature and the desired target temperature. The method wherein configuring the processor comprises intelligently operating an active temperature control mechanism based on target temperature setting for optimized battery performance. The method wherein configuring the processor further comprises configuring the active temperature control mechanism to implement a preferred cooling or heating cycle to maintain a target temperature setting. The method wherein configuring the processor to activate or deactivate the active temperature control mechanism to an ON/OFF condition based on the parameters measured by the plurality of sensors. The method comprises providing a GPS module in communication with the processor for tracking the real time location and/or accurate estimated arrival time of the carrier. The method comprises providing a portable tracked carrier that weighs from about 5 to 20 Kgs.

[0048] Tracked carrier has many applications, it can be used by consumers or small restaurant owners to transport perishable food items such as dairy products, meats and fresh produce from the grocery or farm product store to their own location to maintain their freshness during transit.

[0049] Another potential application for the tracked carrier is for transporting donated blood or organs from a donor to the medical center for treatment of a patient.

[0050] A very important application for the tracked carrier is to transport vaccines and temperature sensitive pharmaceuticals through a supply chain. Most of the vaccines need to be maintained within a range of 2 degrees and 8 degrees centigrade. Most of these vaccines are freeze sensitive and lose their potency if frozen even for a few minutes which is a common problem in the vaccine supply chains all over the world. These vaccines are also sensitive to excess heat and get damaged at temperatures beyond 8 degrees C. Vaccines, given their importance for population health and their high value, also require close tracking of their location as they are being transported. It also helps for downstream medical personnel to understand when the vaccines are expected to arrive. The tracked carrier will greatly help in preventing freezing and heat excursions and in also providing up to date information where it is currently at for accurate ETA estimation.

[0051] Thus, it will be appreciated by those of ordinary skill in the art that the diagrams, schematics, illustrations, and the like represent conceptual views or processes illustrating systems and methods embodying this disclosure. The functions of the various elements shown in the figures may be provided through the use of dedicated hardware as well as hardware capable of executing associated software. Those of ordinary skill in the art further understand that the exemplary hardware, software, processes, methods, and/or operating systems described herein are for illustrative purposes and, thus, are not intended to be limited to any particularly named. The description provided herein enables any person skilled in the art to practice use the various disclosed embodiments. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art and the principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments without departing from the scope of the disclosure.

ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION

[0052] The present disclosure provides an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable tracked carrier to strictly maintain ambient parameters such as temperature of goods being transported to ensure their safety and usability by leveraging a host of sensors and a combination of active cooling and
/heating mechanisms controlled by an embedded processor.

[0053] The present disclosure provides an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable tracked carrier that tracks live GPS location of the goods being transported for better transit planning and prevent pilferage.

[0054] The present disclosure provides an internet of things (IOT) based tracked carrier that is lightweight, robust, durable, ultra-portable, battery operated with improved battery efficiency that able to operate in extreme outdoor environments and easy to use without requiring any technical expertise.

[0055] The present disclosure provides an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable tracked carrier that is battery operated and efficient in energy consumption such that it provides long hours of usage without being plugged into power grid.

[0056] The present disclosure provides an internet of things (IOT) based ultra-portable tracked carrier that communicates data to a web server using various communication technologies so that it can be monitored remotely by tracking authority. Analysis of this data allows for excursion alerts and key insights into processes for improving efficiency.

[0057] The ultra-portable tracked carrier employing the combination of active heating and cooling mechanism is advantageous over the current carriers in that it is battery operable and the weight of the carrier varies from about 5 to 20 Kgs for better handling and portability and hence solves the technical problems associated with the carriers currently available.
,CLAIMS:We claim:

1. An ultra-portable tracked carrier for monitoring and maintaining the environmental parameters of goods comprising:
a carrier having a cargo space enclosed by an insulated lid;
a goods compartment defined by the cargo space for storing temperature sensitive goods;
a base compartment with control system in communication with a plurality of sensors for accurately controlling the environmental parameters of the goods in the carrier;
a compartment comprising an active temperature control mechanism that is operable by a rechargeable battery;
an Internet of Things (IoT) platform configured to establish data communication between the plurality of sensors and a server and;
wherein the carrier is configured to send an alert message and/or updates to a registered destination and a user equipment.

2. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein, the environmental parameters of goods comprises temperature, pressure, light, humidity, acceleration and real time GPS location.

3. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the tracked carrier is capable of providing a real time accurate estimated time of arrival of goods to the registered destination.

4. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the carrier is powered by a battery management system that manages the charging of battery and monitors the power consumed the IoT devices for optimized battery performance.

5. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the weight of the portable tracked carrier varies from about 5 to 20 Kgs.

6. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the active temperature control mechanism comprises a combination of active heating and cooling mechanism not limited to compressor based refrigeration and thermoelectric couple for controlling the environmental parameters of the goods in the carrier.

7. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein a processor is configured to communicate with an array of sensors preferably placed in inner walls of the goods compartment for accurate measurement of parameters of the goods compartment.

8. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor is configured to drive an active temperature control mechanism to maintain a target temperature setting of the carrier.

9. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the lid of the carrier is provided with an automatic lock to restrict unauthorized opening and is further configured to send an alert message to the user and/or the monitoring authority when the lid of the carrier is opened.

10. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the goods compartment of the carrier is preferably coated with a conductive material to effectively transfer heat to the active temperature control mechanism.

11. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the display panel is configured to provide the monitored parameters and battery status to alert the user and a monitoring authority or to a registered destination when the temperature of goods exceeds a target temperature setting or a target parameter setting.

12. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor configures the active temperature control mechanism to implement a preferred cooling or heating cycle to maintain a target temperature setting.

13. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor is configured to leverage an active cooling and heating mechanism based on the ambient temperature and the desired target temperature
14. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor is configured to intelligently operate active temperature control mechanism based on target temperature setting for optimized battery performance.

15. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the processor is configured to activate or deactivate the active temperature control mechanism to an ON/OFF condition based on parameters measured by the plurality of sensors.

16. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the carrier further comprises a GPS module in communication with the processor for tracking the real time location and/or accurate estimated arrival time of the carrier.

17. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, comprises a network communication module in communication with the processor for transmitting collected data to a web server.

18. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of IoT devices are configured to communicate with one or more IoT devices or with a wide area network.

19. The portable carrier as claimed in claim 1, wherein the goods monitored comprises any one of perishable goods, vaccines, blood, organs or other biological products.

20. A method for monitoring and maintaining the environmental parameters of goods in an ultra-portable tracked carrier comprising a carrier having a cargo space enclosed by an insulated lid on top of the carrier; wherein the method comprises the steps of:
storing temperature sensitive goods in a goods compartment defined by the cargo space;
accurately controlling the environmental parameters of the goods in the carrier by a base compartment with control system, in communication with plurality of sensors;
an active temperature control mechanism that is operable by a rechargeable battery, for controlling the environmental parameters of goods in the carrier;

establishing data communication between the plurality of sensors and a server by an Internet of Things (IoT) platform and;
sending an alert message and/or updates by the carrier to a registered destination and a user equipment when the temperature of goods exceeds a target temperature setting or a target parameter setting.

21. The method as claimed in claim 20, comprising: estimation of real time arrival of goods for transmitting the arrival data to a registered destination.

22. The method as claimed in claim 20, comprising: charging the battery by a battery management system and monitoring the power consumed for optimized battery performance.

23. The method as claimed in claim 20, comprising: maintaining a target temperature setting of the carrier by an active temperature control mechanism.

24. The method as claimed in claim 20, wherein providing, on a display panel, the monitored parameters and battery status to alert a user and a monitoring authority or to a registered destination when the temperature of goods exceeds the target temperature setting or the target parameter setting.

25. The method as claimed in claim 20, wherein an active cooling and heating mechanism is leveraged based on an ambient temperature and the desired target temperature

26. The method as claimed in claim 20, comprising: operating an active temperature control mechanism based on target temperature setting for optimized battery performance.

27. The method as claimed in claim 20, comprising: implementing a preferred cooling or heating cycle by the active temperature control mechanism to maintain the target temperature setting.

28. The method as claimed in claim 20, wherein activating or deactivating the active temperature control mechanism to an ON/OFF condition is based on the parameters measured by plurality of sensors.

29. The method as claimed in claim 20, comprising a GPS module in communication with a processor for tracking the real time location and/or accurate estimated arrival time of the carrier.

30. The method as claimed in claim 20, wherein the portable tracked carrier weighs from about 5 to 20 Kgs.

Dated this 05/02/2020