Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
The present invention relates to the field of water tank cleaning and maintenance, particularly addressing the challenges associated with manual cleaning and ensuring the hygiene of stored water.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Overhead water tanks generally get sediments and dust, which enters alongwith the water. The dust entry is somewhat restricted from the ambience using a lid for the tank. Sediments, dust, mud particles settle in the bottom of the tank, which requires manual cleaning at some frequency. Otherwise the dust particles entre valves, taps and water lines and block the flow or reduce the output. The manual cleaning of tanks is very difficult and tedious.
Water tanks are susceptible to the accumulation of sediments, algae, and other contaminants, which can compromise water quality and pose health risks. Traditionally, water tanks are cleaned manually, which is a labor-intensive, time-consuming, and often infrequent process. There is a need for an automated system that can clean water tanks efficiently and at regular intervals, ensuring the continuous availability of clean and safe water.
Some system and method need to be developed to get the sediments removed at some pre-set frequency without the manual intervention.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
This summary is provided to introduce a selection of concepts, in a simplified format, that are further described in the detailed description of the invention.
This summary is neither intended to identify key or essential inventive concepts of the invention and nor is it intended for determining the scope of the invention.
Present invention discloses an automated water tank cleaning system comprising: A circular wiper with a rubber pad, attached to a motor and mounted on the tank lid for scrubbing the tank walls; A control system for managing the cleaning process, including the operation of the wiper motor, an electrically operated drain valve, and a doser for chlorine; An electrically operated drain valve positioned near the bottom of the tank for draining dirty water; A doser configured to add chlorine to the water during the cleaning process, wherein the control system regulates the amount of chlorine dosed; wherein the control system is manually initiated and operates in sequence to: Ensure that 10 to 20% of water remains in the tank during cleaning; Cut off power to the motor responsible for filling the tank when cleaning starts.
In further embodiment, the circular wiper is rotated by the wiper motor at a speed of approximately 50 rpm, allowing the wiper to scrub the tank walls and dislodge contaminants.
In further embodiment, the doser is configured to add chlorine to the water in the range of 20 to 50 ppm under the control system’s command for disinfection purposes.
In further embodiment, the control system is programmed to automatically open the drain valve after a preset time interval of 2 to 4 minutes, depending on tank size and capacity, to release the dirty water.
In further embodiment, the cleaning process, including wiper rotation, chlorine dosing, and draining, is repeated twice or more as per a preset cycle based on the contamination level.
In further embodiment, the control system includes a manual override function allowing the cleaning process to be interrupted or terminated at any stage.
In further embodiment, the control system allows for the adjustment of cleaning parameters, including wiper speed, chlorine dosage, and the number of cleaning cycles, based on the tank size and the level of contamination.
In further embodiment, the cleaning process is completed by manually turning off the control system after the preset cycles are finished.
To further clarify advantages and features of the present invention, a more particular description of the invention will be rendered by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which is illustrated in the appended drawings. It is appreciated that these drawings depict only typical embodiments of the invention and are therefore not to be considered limiting of its scope. The invention will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying drawings.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
The illustrated embodiments of the subject matter will be understood by reference to the drawings, wherein like parts are designated by like numerals throughout. The following description is intended only by way of example, and simply illustrates certain selected embodiments of devices, systems, and methods that are consistent with the subject matter as claimed herein, wherein:
FIGURE 1: LID WITH MOTOR AND WIPER ASSEMBLY
FIGURE 2: TANK FITTED WITH CONTROL SYSTEM AND ELECTRICALLY OPERATED DRAIN VALVE
The figures depict embodiments of the present subject matter for the purposes of illustration only. A person skilled in the art will easily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the structures and methods illustrated herein may be employed without departing from the principles of the disclosure described herein.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
The detailed description of various exemplary embodiments of the disclosure is described herein with reference to the accompanying drawings. It should be noted that the embodiments are described herein in such details as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of details provided herein is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
It is also to be understood that various arrangements may be devised that, although not explicitly described or shown herein, embody the principles of the present disclosure. Moreover, all statements herein reciting principles, aspects, and embodiments of the present disclosure, as well as specific examples, are intended to encompass equivalents thereof.
The terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting of example embodiments. As used herein, the singular forms “a",” “an” and “the” are intended to include the plural forms as well, unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. It will be further understood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes” and/or “including,” when used herein, specify the presence of stated features, integers, steps, operations, elements and/or components, but do not preclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integers, steps, operations, elements, components and/or groups thereof.
It should also be noted that in some alternative implementations, the functions/acts noted may occur out of the order noted in the figures. For example, two figures shown in succession may, in fact, be executed concurrently or may sometimes be executed in the reverse order, depending upon the functionality/acts involved.
In addition, the descriptions of "first", "second", “third”, and the like in the present invention are used for the purpose of description only, and are not to be construed as indicating or implying their relative importance or implicitly indicating the number of technical features indicated. Thus, features defining "first" and "second" may include at least one of the features, either explicitly or implicitly.
Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which example embodiments belong. It will be further understood that terms, e.g., those defined in commonly used dictionaries, should be interpreted as having a meaning that is consistent with their meaning in the context of the relevant art and will not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense unless expressly so defined herein.
There is a need to develop a system and method to avoid manual cleaning of water tanks.
The present invention provides an automated water tank cleaning system comprising:
1. Circular Wiper: A circular wiper with a rubber pad attached to a motor, mounted on the tank lid for scrubbing the tank walls.
2. Control System: An electronic system for controlling the cleaning process, including the wiper motor, drain valve, and doser.
3. Electrically Operated Drain Valve: Located near the bottom of the tank for draining the dirty water.
4. Doser: A mechanism for adding chlorine to the water during the cleaning process.
1. Initiation of Cleaning Process:
o The electronic switch on the control system is manually turned on to start the automatic cleaning process. It is ensured that 10 to 20% of water remains in the tank.
o The control system cuts off the power supply to the motor responsible for filling the tank.
2. Wiper Operation and Disinfection:
o The wiper motor is activated and rotates the circular wiper at a low speed (approximately 50 rpm) to scrub the tank walls and dislodge contaminants.
o Simultaneously, the doser, under the command of the control system, adds 20 to 50 ppm of chlorine to the water for disinfection.
3. Draining and Repetition:
o After a preset duration (typically 2 to 4 minutes, depending on tank size and capacity), the control system automatically opens the drain valve to release the dirty water.
o The cleaning process, including wiper rotation, chlorine dosing, and draining, is repeated twice or more based on the preset program cycle and the level of contamination.
4. Completion and Manual Override:
o Once the cleaning cycles are completed, the control system is manually turned off.
o The system allows for manual override at any stage of the cleaning process if required.
By setting the following method and system , the tanks can be cleaned automatically at the pre-set time interval.
1. A circular wiper with rubber pad is fixed to a motor in the water tank fixing to the lid.
2. A control system is installed outside the water tank for controlling the self-cleaning process and steps
3. An electrically operated drain valve near the bottom of the tank.
4. A doser is fixed to add chlorine to the water under cleaning
5. An electronic system to operate the motor of the wiper, to operate the drain valve and to control the feed motor of the tank.
Sequence of operation:
1.first, the electronic switch will be put-on manually for the automatic cleaning process to start (ensuring 10 to 20% of water is left in the tank)
2.The electronic system will putoff the motor which fills the tank
3.The wiper motor is rotated at a low speed (about 50 rpm)
4. Doser having chlorine will add 20 to 50ppm of chlorine in the water as per the command from the control system.
5. After preset time of rotation of wiper blade ( about 2 to 4 minutes depending on the tank size and capacity), the drain valve will get opened automatically as per control system command
6. This process is repeated twice (as per the program cycle pre-set in the control system), or more depending on the sediments a dust content.
7. The control system will be put off manually after complete cleaning process.
Advantages of the Invention:
1. Automation: Eliminates the need for manual cleaning, saving time and labor.
2. Regular Cleaning: Enables cleaning at preset intervals, ensuring consistent water quality and hygiene.
3. Disinfection: Utilizes chlorine dosing to disinfect the tank and water, reducing the risk of contamination.
4. Efficiency: The circular wiper effectively scrubs the tank walls, removing sediments and other contaminants.
5. Customization: The control system allows for adjusting cleaning parameters based on tank size and contamination levels.
, Claims:1. An automated water tank cleaning system comprising:
A circular wiper with a rubber pad, attached to a motor and mounted on the tank lid for scrubbing the tank walls;
A control system for managing the cleaning process, including the operation of the wiper motor, an electrically operated drain valve, and a doser for chlorine;
An electrically operated drain valve positioned near the bottom of the tank for draining dirty water;
A doser configured to add chlorine to the water during the cleaning process, wherein the control system regulates the amount of chlorine dosed;
wherein the control system is manually initiated and operates in sequence to: Ensure that 10 to 20% of water remains in the tank during cleaning; Cut off power to the motor responsible for filling the tank when cleaning starts.
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the circular wiper is rotated by the wiper motor at a speed of approximately 50 rpm, allowing the wiper to scrub the tank walls and dislodge contaminants.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the doser is configured to add chlorine to the water in the range of 20 to 50 ppm under the control system’s command for disinfection purposes.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control system is programmed to automatically open the drain valve after a preset time interval of 2 to 4 minutes, depending on tank size and capacity, to release the dirty water.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cleaning process, including wiper rotation, chlorine dosing, and draining, is repeated twice or more as per a preset cycle based on the contamination level.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control system includes a manual override function allowing the cleaning process to be interrupted or terminated at any stage.
7. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the control system allows for the adjustment of cleaning parameters, including wiper speed, chlorine dosage, and the number of cleaning cycles, based on the tank size and the level of contamination.
8. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the cleaning process is completed by manually turning off the control system after the preset cycles are finished.