Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention generally relates to marine buoys and, more particularly, to a satellite-based buoy monitoring system utilizing Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) and multi-GNSS signal to ensure robust and accurate positioning of buoys and to facilitate real-time management of buoys deployed in a maritime environment.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Buoys are floating objects anchored in a particular location in a water body and provide essential information for navigation and safety to a mariner. Further, the buoy aids in marking navigational channels, indicating hazards, providing mooring points, and collecting weather data from the water body. The buoys are found in various shapes, sizes, and colors. Each buoy having a specific color, shape, and mark has a specific meaning. The bright colors and reflective markings enhance the visibility of buoys. Further, the buoys are constructed using a quarter steel plate, with a variable diameter that ranges from one meter to two meters, and the weight of the buoys could be up to eight tons. Various types of buoys are available, for example, a navigational buoy, which is used to alert ships about high-risk areas and includes a floating marker to indicate safe navigation zones. Another type is a weather buoy, which is equipped with advanced sensors to monitor parameters such as temperature, wind speed, wave height, and salinity. The weather buoys assist meteorologists in predicting storms and tracking climate change.

[0003] Thus, buoys deployed at sea play a crucial role in ensuring maritime safety by marking navigational routes, detecting environmental conditions, and providing critical data for navigation and weather forecasting. However, effectively monitoring these buoys presents significant challenges, particularly for those located far from the shore. Further, a few patent references related to the buoy monitoring system are discussed as follows.

[0004] KR101911756 of Lee Byung-gul et al. entitled “The system for real-time remote monitoring buoys on the sea” discloses a real time remote monitoring system. The system comprises a buoy collision detection and accident image recording device and a remote buoy detection and monitoring server for receiving real time accident images and management status monitoring information from the buoy collision detection and accident image recording device, and displaying the information on a manager monitoring screen. The device comprises a collision detecting unit that measures separation distance, changes in bearings, and slope to detect nearby vessels or objects and potential collisions. The device also includes a photographing and recording unit to capture real-time images of the buoy’s surroundings and vessel movements. The device further comprises a main control unit that manages image capturing, predicts collisions based on collision detection data, and collects and transmits monitoring and image information to a remote server. The wireless communication unit facilitates the transmission of this data to the remote monitoring server.

[0005] US20210364635 of Adam Scott Reynolds et al. entitled “Real-time autonomous weather and space weather monitoring” discloses a method of calculating ionospheric scintillation. The method uses orbital navigation satellite such as GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, IRNASS, or BeiDou system. The method calculates the tilt angle between the antenna and the GNSS satellite and adjusts the antenna gain. This method provides scintillation parameters or ionospheric weather reports in near real-time, which enhances maritime navigation and monitoring.

[0006] However, the existing system lacks to provide reliable and comprehensive data of buoys. Further, the reliance on conventional communication methods, such as phones, which are often unreliable and inadequate for maintaining consistent contact with buoys in remote maritime areas. The limitations of existing communication systems also hinder the ability to collect real-time data, assess environmental parameters, and monitor buoy operations. Further, some system uses radar-based technology, which limits the capability to provide real-time monitoring and send location data to distant users.

[0007] Therefore, there is a need for a buoy monitoring system that enables robust and accurate positioning of buoys and facilitates real-time management of buoys deployed in maritime environment. The buoy monitoring system needs to provide a communication module that enables collection of real-time data of buoys, and real-time monitoring of the operation of buoys. The system further needs to provide a comprehensive and user-friendly user interface.

SUMMARY

[0008] The present invention discloses a NavIC satellite-based buoy monitoring system. The system comprises one or more buoy devices and a plurality of buoys. Each buoy comprises at least one buoy device. The system further comprises a server in communication with the buoy device via global navigation satellite system and a network. The server is configured for data collection, processing, and communication, facilitating real-time monitoring and management of buoys deployed in a maritime environment. The system further comprises a user device in communication with the server. The user device is associated with a user. The user device enables the user to perform one or more operations and access one or more information provided by the server. The user device comprises one or more displays.

[0009] The buoy device comprises a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) antenna configured to receive GNSS signals from one or more global navigation satellite systems. The GNSS antenna is a triband antenna covered with Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) radome. In one embodiment, the global navigation satellite system includes, but not limited to, Global Positioning System (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) and Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC).

[0010] The buoy device further comprises a GNSS processor in communication with the GNSS antenna. The GNSS processor is configured to receive and process the GNSS signals and generate NMEA data. In one embodiment, the signals include L1 and L5 band signals.

[0011] The buoy device further comprises a microcontroller unit in communication with the GNSS processor. The microcontroller unit is configured to receive and process the NMEA data. The buoy device comprises one or more light sources configured to emit light. The buoy device further comprises one or more sensors in communication with the microcontroller unit. The sensors are configured to collect and send sensor data to the microcontroller unit. The sensor data comprises light data, temperature data and humidity data. The sensors include a light sensor configured to measure light data including measurement of intensity of light and data related flashing status of light, a temperature sensor configured to measure temperature data and a humidity sensor configured to measure humidity data of the environment and the buoy device.

[0012] The buoy device further comprises a communication module in communication with the microcontroller unit. The communication module comprises a satellite communication module to establish communication between the buoy device, the server, and the user device. In another embodiment, the buoy device and the server communicate using L-band satellites and a cloud network.

[0013] The buoy device further comprises a solar power module to provide power to the buoy device. The buoy device further comprises a power source comprising at least one of rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries to store electrical energy and to provide backup power to maintain operation in the buoy device.

[0014] The server is configured to provide location data of each buoy of the plurality of buoys at regular time intervals. In one embodiment, the location data of the buoy device is obtained using GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) satellites. The server is further configured to provide buoy data of each buoy. The buoy data includes status of light source, power level of buoy, maintenance date, battery service date, and battery change date.

[0015] The server is further configured to provide environmental data of one or more buoys. The environmental data includes measurement of light intensity proximal to respective buoy, weather data, wind data, temperature data, pressure data, humidity data, and data related to sunrise and sunset. The server is further configured to enable a user to input geofence data for each buoy. The geofence data includes the geofence zone. The server further enables a user to record the location data of each buoy for a predefined period and play the recorded location data.

[0016] The server is further configured to provide real-time buoy data and environmental data. The server is further configured to provide real-time buoy data and environmental data using a graphical representation. The graphical representation includes a circular chart. The server is further configured to provide a report of buoy data and environmental data of one or more buoys and buoy devices of a predefined time at regular time intervals. The server is further configured to enable a user to generate a report of buoy data and environmental data of one or more buoys and buoy devices of a predefined time. The server is further configured to enable to map location of buoy and geofence of the respective buoy. The server is further configured to provide alerts and notifications on malfunction of buoys using the user device.

[0017] The server is further configured to provide a password-protected hierarchical access to control and monitor the buoy device. The server is further configured to provide the status of one or more buoys using a graphical representation. The server further enables to change the regular time interval when the buoy drifts from a predefined position. The server further enables to change one or more buoy parameters including buoy identity (ID), location data including latitude, longitude and altitude, battery threshold, and geofence radius and zone.

[0018] The server is further configured to provide live status of plurality of geographic zones and the plurality of buoys in respective geographic zones. The status includes buoy data and environmental data. The server is further configured to provide a map view including the plurality of buoys and enables to zoom in and out to view each buoy, individually. The server is further configured to provide a dashboard of buoy including the buoy data and environmental data. The server is further configured to provide a weather report including the environmental data.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0019] FIG. 1 exemplarily illustrates a block diagram of a NavIC satellite-based buoy monitoring system, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0020] FIG. 2 is a table of parameters and technical specifications of the buoy device, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0021] FIG. 3 is a table of parameters and technical specifications of the GNSS antenna, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0022] FIG. 4 is a table of specifications of the solar panel, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0023] FIG. 5 is a table of specifications of a power pack, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] FIG. 6 is a table of parameters and technical specifications of a satellite communication module, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0025] FIG. 7 is a table of specifications of a server, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0026] FIG. 8 is a table of specifications of a display of user device, according to an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF EXAMPLE EMBODIMENTS

[0027] Referring to FIG. 1, a satellite-based buoy monitoring system 100 comprises one or more buoy devices or buoy units 102 incorporated at buoys in a maritime environment. Each buoy comprises at least one buoy device 102. The system 100 further comprises a server 114 in communication with the buoy devices 102 via global navigation satellite system and a network. The server 114 is configured for data collection, processing, and communication, facilitating real-time monitoring and management of buoys deployed across maritime environment. The system 100 further comprises a user device 116 in communication with the server 114. The user device 116 is associated with a user. The user device 116 enables the user to perform one or more operations and access one or more information provided by the server 114. The user device 116 comprises one or more displays. The user device 116 provides a comprehensive and user-friendly interface for monitoring and management of buoy devices 102.

[0028] In one embodiment, the buoy device 102 comprises a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) antenna 104 configured to receive GNSS signals from one or more global navigation satellite systems.

[0029] In one embodiment, the GNSS includes, but not limited to, Global Positioning System (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) and Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC). In one embodiment, the GNSS antenna 104 is a triband antenna. In one embodiment, the triband antenna is designed for NavIC, GLONASS, and GPS frequency bands for navigational applications. The design of the triband antenna provides an excellent passive gain, reliable end of coverage, and axial ratio across all three frequency ranges. In one embodiment, the triband antenna is covered with Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) radome. The ABS radome material provides protection to the triband antenna from harsh environmental conditions.

[0030] The buoy device 102 further comprises a GNSS processor 106 in communication with the GNSS antenna 104. The GNSS processor 106 is configured to receive and process GNSS signals and generates National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) data. The signals include L1 and L5 band signals. In one embodiment, the GNSS processor 106 is an Elena NavIC processor. The GNSS processor 106 comprises a ELNCE1A chip. The GNSS processor 106 further comprises STMicroelectronics 32-bit processor (STM32). The GNSS processor 106 is further connected to a power source 120.

[0031] The buoy device 102 further comprises a microcontroller unit 108 in communication with the GNSS processor 106. The microcontroller unit 108 is configured to receive and process the NMEA data. In one embodiment, the microcontroller unit 108 is a STMicroelectronics 32-bit microcontroller (STM32). The microcontroller unit 108 is further connected to a solar power module 118 and the power source 120.

[0032] The buoy device 102 further comprises one or more light sources configured to emit light. The buoy device 102 further comprises one or more sensors 110 in communication with the microcontroller unit 108. The sensors 110 are configured to collect and send the sensor data to the microcontroller unit 108. In one embodiment, the sensors 110 include, but not limited to, light sensor, temperature sensor and humidity sensor.

[0033] The light sensor is configured to measure light data including measurement of intensity of light and data related to flashing status of light, continuously. For example, the data related to flashing status includes flash rate of light and color of light. The temperature sensor is configured to measure temperature data. The humidity sensor is configured to measure humidity data. The temperature sensor and the humidity sensor are configured to continuously measure the temperature and humidity of the environment of the buoy and the buoy device 102.

[0034] The buoy device 102 further comprises a communication module 112 in communication with the microcontroller unit 108. The communication module 112 is configured to facilitate communication between the components of the buoy device 102. The communication module 112 comprises a satellite communication module. The satellite communication module establishes communication between the server 114 and the buoy device 102. The satellite communication module is further configured to establish communication between the buoy device 102, the server 114, and the user device 116. In another embodiment, the buoy device 102 and the server 114 communicate using L-band satellites, a cloud network or communication satellites 122. The buoy device 102 comprising the buoy device 102 and the communication module 112 defines a data acquisition unit 124.

[0035] The buoy device 102 further comprises the solar power module 118. The solar power module 118 is configured to convert solar energy into electrical energy to provide power to the buoy device 102. The solar power module 118 comprises solar panels including a plurality of photovoltaic (PV) cells for converting energy from incident solar power into electricity.

[0036] The buoy device 102 further comprises the power source 120 or power pack. In one embodiment, the power source 120 comprises one or more a rechargeable or non-rechargeable batteries to store electrical energy. The batteries provide backup power to maintain operation in the buoy device 102.

[0037] The server 114 is a centralized platform for real-time monitoring and management of buoys deployed across maritime environments. The server 114 is configured to provide location data of each buoy of the plurality of buoys at regular time intervals. In one embodiment, the location data of the buoy device 102 is obtained using GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) satellites. The server 114 is further configured to provide the buoy data of each buoy. The buoy data includes status of light source, power level of buoy, maintenance date, battery service date, and battery change date.

[0038] The server 114 is further configured to provide environmental data of one or more buoys. The environmental data includes measurement of light intensity proximal to respective buoy, weather data, wind data, temperature data, pressure data, humidity data, and data related to sunrise and sunset. The server 114 is further configured to enable a user to input geofence data for each buoy. The geofence data includes the geofence zone. The server 114 further enables a user to record location data of each buoy for a predefined period and play the recorded location data.

[0039] The server 114 is further configured to provide real-time buoy data and environmental data. The server 114 is further configured to provide real-time buoy data and environmental data using graphical representation. The graphical representation includes a circular chart. The server 114 is further configured to provide a report of buoy data and environmental data of one or more buoys and buoy device 102 of a predefined time at regular time intervals. The server 114 is further configured to enable a user to generate a report of buoy data and environmental data of one or more buoys and buoy device 102 of a predefined time. The server 114 is further configured to enable to map location of buoy and geofence of the respective buoy. The server 114 is further configured to provide alerts and notifications on malfunction of buoys using the user device 116.

[0040] The server 114 is further configured to provide a password-protected hierarchical access to control and monitor the buoy device 102. The server 114 is further configured to provide the status of one or more buoys using a graphical representation. The server 114 further enables to change the regular time interval when the buoy drifts from a predefined position. The server 114 further enables to change one or more buoy parameters including buoy identity (ID), location data including latitude, longitude and altitude, battery threshold, and geofence radius and Zone.

[0041] The server 114 is further configured to provide live status of plurality of geographic zones and the plurality of buoys in respective geographic zones. The status includes buoy data and environmental data. The server 114 is further configured to provide a map view including the plurality of buoys and enable to zoom in and out to view each buoy, individually. The server 114 is further configured to provide a dashboard of buoy including the buoy data and environmental data. The server 114 is further configured to provide a dashboard of buoy including the real-time buoy data and environmental data The server 114 is further configured to provide a weather report including the environmental data. The server 114 enables the user to generate monthly, weekly, and daily reports of the drifted, low battery and unlit buoys. The server 114 further generates alerts and notifications to the users.

[0042] Referring to FIG. 2, a table 200 provides various parameters and specifications of the buoy device 102. The GNSS includes Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC) (also referred as Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS)), the Global Positioning System (GPS), the Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS), and the satellite-based augmentation system (SBAS). The Satellite-Based Augmentation System (SBAS) includes GPS Aided Geo Augmented Navigation (GAGAN). The update rate of the buoy device 102 includes 1 Hz. The update rate aids to calculate the position and reports the position of the buoys. In terms of sensitivity, the buoy device 102 includes lock/ cold start sensitivity of -153 decibel milliwatts (dBm) and a tracking sensitivity of -163 decibel milliwatts (dBm). The buoy device 102 includes acquisition time. The acquisition time refers to the measure of the time required for the buoy device 102 to acquire satellite signals. The acquisition time includes Time to First Fix (TTFF), Cold Start (Open Sky), Hot Start (Open Sky), and Momentary break. The Time to First Fix (TTFF) needs less than 40 seconds, the cold start (open sky) needs less than 25 seconds, hot start (open sky) needs 1 to 2 seconds, and the momentary break needs 1 to 2sec to acquire satellite signals. The position accuracy of the system 100 at horizontal plan is 1 m circular error probable (CEP) and at vertical plane is 3 m circular error probable (CEP).

[0043] In an example, the buoy device 102 supports NMEA 0183 Ver 4.11. Further, the buoy device 102 includes one or more electrical parameters. The electrical parameter includes input voltage, current consumption, and power consumption. The buoy device 102 operates with an input voltage ranges from 7 to 36 Volts Direct Current (V DC). The current consumed during normal operations is 200 milliampere (mA) and during surge protection is 500 milliampere (mA). The power consumed during normal operations is 2 watt (W) and during full load is 3 watts (W). The buoy device 102 includes an operating temperature ranging from -10oC to + 50oC and a storage temperature ranging from -20oC to + 60oC.

[0044] Referring to FIG. 3, a table 300 provides various parameters and specifications of the GNSS antenna 104. The GNSS antenna 104 receives signal on S band, L1 band and L5 band. The frequency range of signals received on S band ranges from 2484 Megahertz (MHz) to 2492 Megahertz (MHz). The frequency range of signals received on L1 band ranges from 1570 Megahertz (MHz) to 1607 Megahertz (MHz). The frequency range of signals received on L5 band ranges from 1176 Megahertz (MHz) to 1188 Megahertz (MHz). Further, the GNSS antenna 104 has a hemispherical coverage pattern. The GNSS antenna 104 includes a gain which is more than or equal to 3 Decibels (dBi), a beamwidth of ±45°, and right-hand circular polarization (RHCP). The GNSS antenna 104 has an impedance of 50 O and operates at ±5.0 volt (V) using DC power system. Further, the GNSS antenna 104 has an interface connector. The interface connector includes a Sub-miniature Version A (SMA).

[0045] Referring to FIG. 4, a table 400 provides specifications of solar panels of solar power module 118. The solar panel dimension is 1.6 feet (ft) x 1.2 feet (ft) and weight is 3 kilograms (kg). The power out of the solar panel is 20 watts (w). Further, the open circuit voltage is measured at 21.17 V. The maximum load voltage is 17.08 volts (V) and maximum load current is 1.17 ampere (A).

[0046] Referring to FIG. 5, a table 500 provides specifications of a power pack or power source 120. The power pack dimension is 0.6ft x 0.5ft x 0.25ft. The weight of the power pack is 2 kilograms (kg). The nominal voltage of the power pack is 12.8 voltage (V). The current capacity of the power pack is 21.17 volt (V).

[0047] Referring to FIG. 6, a table 600 provides parameters and technical specifications of a satellite communication (SATCOM) module. The satellite service of satellite communication module includes two-way, global, and IsatData Pro. The typical latency of SATCOM module uses less than 15 seconds, up to 1000 bytes to load an application. Further, the SATCOM module operates at an elevation angle. The elevation angle ranges from -5° to +90°. In one embodiment, the frequency of transmitted signals ranges from 1626.0 Megahertz (MHz) to 1660.5 Megahertz (MHz). In another embodiment, the frequency of transmitted signals ranges from 1668.0 Megahertz (MHz) to 1675.0 Megahertz (MHz). The frequency of received signals ranges from 1518.0 Megahertz (MHz) to 1559.0 Megahertz (MHz). Further, the SATCOM module has an effective isotropic radiated power. The effective isotropic radiated power could be less than 7.0 decibel (dBW). The environmental condition of satellite communication module includes an operating temperature and an ingress protection. The satellite communication module operates at temperature ranges from -40oC to + 80oC. The satellite communication module has ingress protection of IP68. The Ingress Protection ensures that the satellite communication module is protected against the effects of temporary immersion in water or dust.

[0048] Referring to FIG. 7, a table 700 provides specifications of the server 114. The make and model of the server 114 is DELL R250. The server 114 further comprises a processor. The processor is an Intel Xeon E-2314 series processor with up to 8 cores. Further, the server 114 comprises an operating system, a memory, and a power backup. The operating system is a Microsoft windows. The memory includes 16 gigabyte (GB) of RAM and 2 terabyte (TB) of storage. Further, the RAM could be expanded up to 128 GB and the storage could be expanded up to 80 terabyte (TB). The power backup of server 114 is up to 30 minutes on online UPS backup. Referring to FIG. 8, a table 800 provides specifications of a display of user device 116. The display size of the display is more than 36-inch.

[0049] Advantageously, the system 100 enables robust and accurate positioning of buoys and facilitates real-time management of buoys deployed in maritime environment. The system 100 provides a satellite-based communication module 112 that provides real-time buoy data and environmental data, which enables real-time monitoring and highly accurate positioning of buoys. The system 100 further provides a comprehensive and user-friendly user interface. , Claims:We Claim:

1. A satellite-based buoy monitoring system (100), comprising:

one or more buoy devices (102) and a plurality of buoys, each buoy comprises at least one buoy device (102) comprising:

a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) antenna (104) configured to receive GNSS signals from one or more global navigation satellite systems;

a GNSS processor (106) in communication with the GNSS antenna (104) configured to receive and process the GNSS signals and generate NMEA data, wherein the signals include L1 and L5 band signals;

a microcontroller unit (108) in communication with the GNSS processor (106) configured to receive and process the NMEA data;

one or more sensors (110) in communication with the microcontroller unit (108) configured to collect and send sensor data to the microcontroller unit (108), wherein the sensor data comprises light data, temperature data and humidity data, and

a communication module (112) in communication with the microcontroller unit (108);

a server (114) in communication with the buoy device (102) via global navigation satellite system and a network configured for data collection, processing, and communication, facilitating real-time monitoring and management of buoys deployed across maritime environment, and

a user device (116) in communication with the server (114), wherein the user device (116) associated with a user, wherein the user device (116) enables the user to perform one or more operations and access one or more information provided by the server (114),

wherein the server (114) is configured to:

provide location data of each buoy of the plurality of buoys at regular time intervals;

provide buoy data of each buoy, wherein the buoy data includes status of light source, power level of buoy, maintenance date, battery service date, battery change date;

provide environmental data of one or more buoys, wherein the environmental data includes measurement of light intensity proximal to respective buoy, weather data, wind data, temperature data, pressure data, humidity data, and data related to sunrise and sunset;

enable a user to input geofence data for each buoy, wherein the geofence data includes geofence zone, and

enable to record the location data of each buoy for a predefined period and play the recorded location data.

2. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the sensors (110) include a light sensor configured to measure light data including measurement of intensity of light and data related flashing status of light, a temperature sensor configured to measure temperature data and a humidity sensor configured to measure humidity data of the environment and the buoy device (102).

3. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the communication module (112) comprises a satellite communication module to establish communication between the buoy device (102), the server (114) and the user device (116).

4. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the buoy device (102) and the server (114) communicate using L-band satellites and a cloud network, wherein the buoy device (102) comprises one or more light sources configured to emit light.

5. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the GNSS antenna (104) is a triband antenna covered with Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) radome.

6. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the location data of the buoy device (102) is obtained using GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) satellites.

7. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the global navigation satellite system includes Global Positioning System (GPS), Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) and Navigation with Indian Constellation (NavIC).

8. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the buoy device (102) further comprises a solar power module (118) to provide power the buoy device (102), and a power source (120) comprising at least one of rechargeable and non-rechargeable batteries to store electrical energy and to provide backup power to maintain operation in the buoy device (102).

9. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the user device (116) comprises one or more displays.

10. The system (100) of claim 1, wherein the server (114) is configured to:

provide real-time buoy data and environmental data;

provide real-time buoy data and environmental data using graphical representation, wherein the graphical representation includes a circular chart;

provide a report of buoy data and environmental data of one or more buoys and buoy device (102) of a predefined time at regular time intervals;

enable a user to generate a report of buoy data and environmental data of one or more buoys and buoy devices (102) of a predefined time;

enable to map location of buoy and geofence of the respective buoy;

provides alerts and notifications on malfunction of buoys using the user device (116);

provide a password-protected hierarchical access to control and monitor the buoy device (102);

provide status of one or more buoys using a graphical representation;

enable to change the regular time interval when the buoy drifts from a predefined position;

enable to change one or more buoy parameters including buoy ID, location data including latitude, longitude and altitude, battery threshold, and geofence radius and zone;

provide live status of plurality of geographic zones and the plurality of buoys in respective geographic zones, wherein the status includes buoy data and environmental data;

provide a map view including the plurality of buoys and enable to zoom in and out to view each buoy, individually;

provide a dashboard of buoy including the buoy data and environmental data;

enable the user to generate monthly, weekly, and daily reports of the drifted, low battery and unlit buoys, and

provide a weather report including the environmental data.