TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of farming. More specifically, the
present invention relates to a management system for farms that automatically
sprays desired pesticides (i.e. quality and quantity) in the farming areas for
promoting growth of crops/plants.

BACKGROUND ART
[0002] To increase the crop yield, additional nutrients and chemical substances
are added to the soil or crops. These nutrients are provided in the form of
fertilizers that are sprayed to enhance growth of the crops. Various other
chemicals such as pesticides are required to kill any pests that are found in the
crops at all stages of their growth. Pesticides are chemical substances that help in
better growth of plants or crops by removing the pests that directly affect the
crops and restrict the nutrients from being consumed by the crops. Specific
pesticide is needed for different type of crops in order to terminate the pests that
hinder growth and cause diseases in the crops.
[0003] The diseases infecting the crops affect their productivity, nutritional values
and can even destroy an entire crop produce. To prevent spreading of diseases and
to improve their growth, pesticides are sprinkled or sprayed in the farming area(s).
The conventional methods used to eliminate the pests are in the form of hand-held
sprayers or are performed by tractor booms. However, in such tools only one type
of pesticide is used at a time for the entire farming area(s). Other disadvantages of
such conventional methods are overdosing of pesticides during application, using
pesticides in concentrated amounts, the coverage area per volume by the
pesticides is uneven, poses health risks to the applicator, etc.
[0004] Later, with advancement of technology many new systems have been
developed to overcome the challenges faced while manually spraying the

pesticides. These systems are used for surveying the soil and crops to know about
the required pesticides. Such systems include granule application, dust application
and aerial application in which the pesticides are applied in form of solids, dust,
and sprayed from agricultural aircrafts respectively. However, in these systems
the farmer identifies the diseases or pests along with the required pesticides on
their own. Also, the pesticides are sprayed according to weather conditions since
larger amount of water is needed to dissolve the pesticidesfor better results.
[0005] US6779489B2 discloses about an automated pesticide spraying system, a
container to hold a carrier-based mixture of pesticides ingredients which are
discharged by the automated sprayer, a discharge control unit which is used for
discharging the mixture at any animal at any time.
[0006] CN208554678U disclosesspray equipment of the utility model, including
mounting base and the driving mechanism that several spray tubes in tubular
construction and control spray tube move in mounting base is set, spray tube
includes inner passage and several spray head mounting holes being conducted
with inner passage, spray head is set at spray head mounting hole, it is
characterized by: the spray head and spray tube are in 45° of settings, and two
neighboring spray head is oppositely arranged, and the two, in 90° of settings, the
utility model spray equipment reaches uniform jetting effect by the way that the
spray channels in head body are divided into four parts.
[0007] Conventionally, there exists various systems and tools that are used to
manage growth of the crops. However, these systems require more time and
manual efforts to survey the crops/plants in the farming areas.
[0008] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need
for a system that eliminates physically managing the crops/plants growth that is
hindered by pests and related diseases.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION
[0009] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the
disadvantages of the prior art by providing systems and methods for monitoring a
remotely located dam, using several sensors that are configured to relay values of
the environmental, structural, and operational parameters to a remote interface
device.
[0010] An object of the present invention is to provide a system that automatically
determines the type of pesticides required in the farming area(s).
[0011] Another object of the present invention is to uniformly spray the
pesticides/fertilizers while eliminating the need of any manual efforts (such as
hands, spraying tools, etc.).
[0012] Another object of the present invention is to maintain the required
moisture of the soil for efficient decomposition of the pesticides/fertilizers.
[0013] Another object of the present invention is to eliminate any health issues
(respiratory problems, allergic reactions, etc.) caused to an individual while
spraying the pesticides/fertilizers.
[0014] Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a system that
helps in promoting crops/plants growth irrespective of the environmental
conditions.
[0015] The foregoing and other objects of the present invention will become
readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the
embodiments as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0016] The present invention relates to a management system for farms used for
spraying pesticides on the crops/plants without manual efforts (such as hands,
spraying tools, etc.), thereby eliminating any health issues caused to a human
being.
[0017] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a management
system for farms, comprising a set of primary sensors associated with the system
to identify pests in a farming area(s) based on parameters such as odor, size or
color, a microcontroller connected to the primary sensors that processes data
received from the sensors to determine type of pesticides according to the
identified pests, a GSM module linked with the microcontroller that transmits
information signal to a user related to the pesticide(s), a relay coupled with the
microcontroller that is actuated after a pre-defined time interval i.e. waiting time
of user’s reply in order to spray the pesticide(s) via a pump, multiple secondary
sensors connected to the microcontroller that retrieves a set of values in relation to
soil specifications( pH, moisture, soil nutrients, temperature and humidity) and a
water pump connected to the microcontroller that is actuated upon comparing the
values with pre-stored values, wherein the pump supplies required amount of
water for appropriate decomposition of the pesticide(s) in the soil to kill the pests.
[0018] While the invention has been described and shown with particular
reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be
possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS

[0019] So that the manner in which the above-recited features of the present invention can be understood in detail, a more particular description of the invention, briefly summarized above, may have been referred by embodiments, some of which are illustrated in the appended drawings. It is to be noted, however, that the appended drawings illustrate only typical embodiments of this invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope, for the invention may admit to other equally effective embodiments.

[0020] These and other features, benefits, and advantages of the present invention will become apparent by reference to the following text figure, with like reference numbers referring to like structures across the views, wherein:

Figure 1 illustrates a block diagram of a management system for farms.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0021] While the present invention is described herein by way of example using embodiments and illustrative drawings, those skilled in the art will recognize that the invention is not limited to the embodiments of drawing or drawings described and are not intended to represent the scale of the various components. Further, some components that may form a part of the invention may not be illustrated in certain figures, for ease of illustration, and such omissions do not limit the embodiments outlined in any way. It should be understood that the drawings and the detailed description thereto are not intended to limit the invention to the particular form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present invention as defined by the appended claim.

[0022] As used throughout this description, the word "may" is used in a permissive sense (i.e. meaning having the potential to), rather than the mandatory sense, (i.e. meaning must). Further, the words "a" or "an" mean "at least one” and the word “plurality” means “one or more” unless otherwise mentioned. Furthermore, the terminology and phraseology used herein are solely used for descriptive purposes and should not be construed as limiting in scope. Language such as "including," "comprising," "having," "containing," or "involving," and variations thereof, is intended to be broad and encompass the subject matter listed thereafter, equivalents, and additional subject matter not recited, and is not intended to exclude other additives, components, integers, or steps. Likewise, the term "comprising" is considered synonymous with the terms "including" or "containing" for applicable legal purposes. Any discussion of documents, acts, materials, devices, articles, and the like are included in the specification solely for the purpose of providing a context for the present invention. It is not suggested or represented that any or all these matters form part of the prior art base or were common general knowledge in the field relevant to the present invention.

[0023] In this disclosure, whenever a composition or an element or a group of elements is preceded with the transitional phrase “comprising”, it is understood that we also contemplate the same composition, element, or group of elements with transitional phrases “consisting of”, “consisting”, “selected from the group of consisting of, “including”, or “is” preceding the recitation of the composition, element or group of elements and vice versa.

[0024] The present invention relates to a management system for farms that is used to maintain quality growth of the crops by automatically providing adequate amount of water and pesticides/fertilizers to the crops.

[0025] Referring to Figure 1, a block diagram of the management system for farms is illustrated. The system, comprises multiple primary sensors that are used to identify the type of pests in the farming area(s). The sensors used herein are odor, measurement and color sensor(s). These sensors detect pests on the basis of certain parameters such as odor, size and color.

[0026] The primary sensors used to distinguish the pests according to their odor can be selected from various sensors such as electronic nose. The electronic nose is programmed to detect different odors and then convert the detected odors to electric signals. The measurement sensor that can be utilized for determining the size can be a displacement sensor. The purpose of a displacement sensor is to measure the change in the physical parameters of an object i.e. pests by measuring the changes in height, width, and thickness. The sensor that may be used to detect the pests with respect to their color can be the Fauna Photonics sensor. This sensor uses infrared and visible lights which can be projected on the pest(s) and upon detecting the reflected light, the sensor can successfully detect the color of the pest(s).

[0027] A microcontroller is connected to the primary sensors. The microcontroller is used to process the data received from the sensors. The data is processed to determine the pests and further determine the relevant pesticide(s) required according to the pests. The details of pesticide(s) is pre-stored in the microcontroller and is utilized when the type of pests are identified.

[0028] A communication module is connected with the microcontroller that retrieves information related to the pesticide(s).The information generated by the microcontroller determines about the pesticide(s) to be used and this information is transmitted to a user by the communication module. The communication module acts as a communicating interface between the microcontroller and the user. The communication module used herein is a Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) module.

[0029] The GSM module is a platform that provides wireless communication between the microcontroller and user via a mobile phone over a network. The module can be connected to the microcontroller by Universal Serial Bus (USB) connection or Bluetooth. The radio frequencies in which the GSM module operates are generally found to be 800MHz, 900MHz, 1800MHz and 1900MHz.

[0030] A relay is connected to the microcontroller and functions according to the signals generated by the microcontroller. The relay is actuated after a pre-defined time interval and is used to spray the pesticide(s) in the farming area(s). The pesticide(s) spray is performed via a pump that is controlled by the relay. The GSM module waits for the user’s response to actuate the relay and in case no response is received, the microcontroller actuates the relay after the waiting time is over i.e. the pre-defined time interval. Thus, the relay gets automatically switched on and the selected pesticide gets automatically sprayed in the farming area(s).

[0031] The relay is a switch that requires electrical signals for its operation and is used to connect or disconnect two circuits. The principle on which the relay works is electromagnetic induction and can operate on AC or DC. There are different types of relays like latching relay, reed relay, polarized relay, overload protection relay, solid state relay etc.

[0032] Multiple secondary sensors are connected to the microcontroller to detect various specifications of soil in the farming area(s). The specifications refer to pH, moisture, soil nutrients, temperature, humidity, etc. related to the soil and environment. The sensors used to detect such specifications are pH, water level, soil nutrient, temperature and humidity sensor(s). These are used to determine real time condition of the soil and weather in order to enhance the soil quality.

[0033] The pH sensor is used to detect alkalinity and acidity of the soil. The soil moisture level sensor determines water content of the soil. The soil nutrient sensor detects the parameters such as conductivity, salinity, nutrient concentration and dissolved oxygen in the soil. Similarly, the temperature and humidity sensor(s) detect temperature and humidity of environment of the soil.

[0034] The pH level of the soil is an important factor as it contributes to the decomposition of the pesticides in the soil. If the pH level of the soil decreases, then acidity of the soil increases which makes the soil unfit for cultivation, therefore maintaining the pH level becomes necessary. The temperature and humidity also impacts quality of the soil. With the increase in temperature, the humidity decreases thereby further decreasing the moisture level of the soil and making it more acidic.

[0035] A water pump is electrically connected to the microcontroller. The pump is used to supply water in the farming area(s). The pump gets actuated by command signal received from the microcontroller according to the determined soil specifications. After the soil specifications are retrieved by the microcontroller, the values of specifications are compared with pre-stored values. Upon comparison, the water pump is actuated and required amount of water is supplied in the farming area(s) for appropriate decomposition of the pesticides.

[0036] The water level of the soil allows the pesticides to decompose in the soil for better results. The water divides larger molecules of the pesticides into smaller size by the process known as hydrolysis. The hydrolysis occurs on the soil surface when the sprayed pesticides come in contact with the water or can occur in the root zone also where water level is higher than the soil surface. Hence the pesticides get mixed into the soil to remove or kill the pests present in the farming area(s).

[0037] A battery is associated with the system to enable power supply to the pumps. The battery used herein can be selected from batteries such as lithium ion battery, etc. The battery can be replaced with other similar battery or recharged using an external power supply. The system used battery as a powering source to make the system portable.

[0038] In an alternative embodiment, the farm management system as described in the present invention may be used in various buildings, processes, facilities, or area(s) either indoors or outdoors for eliminating pest(s) or insects.

[0039] Further, while one or more operations have been described as being performed by or otherwise related to certain modules, devices or entities, the operations may be performed by or otherwise related to any module, device or entity. As such, any function or operation that has been described as being performed by a module could alternatively be performed by a different server, by the cloud computing platform, or a combination thereof.

[0040] Further, while one or more operations have been described as being performed by or otherwise related to certain modules, devices or entities, the operations may be performed by or otherwise related to any module, device or entity. As such, any function or operation that has been described as being performed by a module could alternatively be performed by a different server, by the cloud computing platform, or a combination thereof.

[0041] Further, the operations need not be performed in the disclosed order, although in some examples, an order may be preferred. Also, not all functions need to be performed to achieve the desired advantages of the disclosed system and method, and therefore not all functions are required.

[0042] Various modifications to these embodiments are apparent to those skilled in the art from the description and the accompanying drawings. The principles associated with the various embodiments described herein may be applied to other embodiments. Therefore, the description is not intended to be limited to the 5 embodiments shown along with the accompanying drawings but is to be providing the broadest scope consistent with the principles and the novel and inventive features disclosed or suggested herein. Accordingly, the invention is anticipated to hold on to all other such alternatives, modifications, and variations that fall within the scope of the present invention and appended claims.

We Claim:

1) A management system for farms, comprising:

i) a set of primary sensors associated with said system adapted to identify pests in a farming area(s) based on specific parameters;
ii) a microcontroller connected to said primary sensors, wherein said microcontroller processes data received from said sensors to determine pesticides according to said identified pests;
iii) a communication module attached to said microcontroller, wherein said module transmits information signal to a user related to said pesticide(s);
iv) a relay coupled with said microcontroller that is actuated after a pre-defined time interval in order to spray said pesticide(s) via a pump;
v) plurality of secondary sensors connected to said microcontroller, wherein said sensors retrieve a set of values in relation to soil specifications of said farming area(s); and
vi) a water pump connected to said microcontroller that is actuated upon comparing said values with pre-stored values, wherein said pump supplies required amount of water for appropriate decomposition of said pesticide(s) in said soil to kill said pests.

2) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said primary sensors refers to odor, measurement and color sensor(s) that are used to detect said specific parameters including odor, size and color respectively.

3) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said communication module is preferably a GSM module that provides a communication interface between said system and user.

4) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said time interval refers to pre-determined waiting time to receive said user’s reply.

5) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said secondary sensors include pH, water level, soil nutrient, temperature and humidity sensor(s) that are employed to detect said soil specifications such as pH, moisture, soil nutrient, temperature and humidity respectively.

6) The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein said battery is associated with said system that supplies required power supply to said pump.