Description:FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE
The present disclosure generally relates to vehicles. More specifically, the present disclosure relates to methods for recovering stolen vehicles.
BACKGROUND
The background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present invention. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed invention, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
With increasing number of vehicles on the road, there has been rise in stealing thereto from public or private places. When the vehicle gets stolen, it becomes difficult to track such vehicles. There have been many conventional arts associated with tracking stolen vehicles.
One of the US patent publications discloses a system and method for identifying, tracking and locating stolen bicycles (missing chattels) in an urban area from a plurality of stations. A passive RFID memory-based transponder is manufactured into the hollow metal frame of a bicycle (missing chattel) during manufacture. The passive memory-based transponder is engaged and powered up by a tag initiation process which emanates from a cellular telephone tower using microwave frequencies. This process is initiated upon a report of the bicycle (missing chattel) being stolen. It is then powered from an internal generator driven by the rotation of the axle of the bicycle, or similar conveyance, with chargeable battery assist. Missing chattel is defined herein as a bicycle, motorcycle, car, truck, bus, tractor trailer or other similar conveyance.
Another US patent publication discloses a comprehensive vehicle anti-theft and alarm system that immediately notifies a vehicle owner when a vehicle is being tampered with. Notification is accomplished via wireless signal to the owners' cell phone, personal digital assistant (PDA), laptop or desktop computer, or other electronic device, or to the police. The signal can be used to provide an audible, inaudible (e.g., vibratory), or visual alert, depending upon the mode the owner has chosen. In addition, the system transmits a photograph or image of the person tampering with the vehicle. The transmitted image(s) may be periodically refreshed. In alternate embodiments of the system, real time streaming video may be transmitted. The anti-theft system typically includes a GPS receiver that tracks the movements of the vehicle in the event it is actually stolen. Finally, the system includes a communications link that allows the owner to speak directly to the unauthorized occupant of the vehicle. Yet another patent publication discloses a monitoring system and method, particularly applicable to vehicle monitoring, detects theft of a vehicle or other object and automatically transmits its current position to the proper authorities. For vehicle monitoring, a vehicle monitoring unit mounted on the vehicle determines the initial position of the vehicle and thereafter periodically determines the current position of the vehicle via a position detector. Preferably, the position detector consists of a satellite receiver, such as a GPS receiver, for receiving satellite signals from a plurality of satellites. A controller circuit determines the position of the vehicle from the satellite signals. A range of movement of the vehicle is then determined by comparing the initial position and the current position. When the detected range equals or exceeds a selected range limit, the controller circuit activates a transmitter which transmits position signals representative of the current position of the vehicle. The range limit may be permanently set during manufacture of the unit or may be selectable by an operator. The position signals are received by a remote dispatch center which relays the position of the vehicle to appropriate law enforcement officials or a security service.
Therefore, there exists a need for advancement in tracking and recovering stolen vehicles.
OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
An object of the present disclosure is to overcome one or more drawbacks associated with conventional mechanisms.
An object of the present disclosure is to provide a stolen vehicle’s recovery method.
An object of the present disclosure is to provide the method which is environment friendly.
An object of the present disclosure is to provide the method which is more reliable.
SUMMARY
Various objects, features, aspects and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.
In one aspect of the present disclosure, a stolen vehicle’s recovery system (100) is disclosed. The system (100) includes a camera (102) attached to the vehicle; a GPS tracker (104) to track location of the stolen vehicle; a microcontroller (104A) coupled with a non-transient memory to include a plurality of modules.
In another aspect of the present disclosure, a method (200) for recovering stolen vehicles is disclosed. The method (200) involves inputting user-input secret password on an application configured in a mobile phone of owner of the vehicle, followed by processing the received user-input secret password and storing the images of the stolen vehicle on the cloud. The method (200) further involves fetching the images of the stolen vehicle and determining position coordinates of the stolen vehicle; and notifying the subject by generating high-volume sirens. The method (200) also includes stopping the vehicle engine within 4 minutes.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Other objects, features, and advantages of the embodiment will be apparent from the following description when read with reference to the accompanying drawings. In the drawings, wherein like reference numerals denote corresponding parts throughout the several views:
Referring to Figure 1, shows a system (100) for recovering stolen vehicles, in accordance with an embodiment of a present invention; and
Referring to Figures 2A and 2B, show a method (200) for recovering stolen vehicles, in accordance with another embodiment of the present invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
The following discussion provides many example embodiments of the inventive subject matter. Although each embodiment represents a single combination of inventive elements, the inventive subject matter is considered to include all possible combinations of the disclosed elements. Thus, if one embodiment comprises elements A, B, and C, and a second embodiment comprises elements B and D, then the inventive subject matter is also considered to include other remaining combinations of A, B, C, or D, even if not explicitly disclosed. The embodiments herein and the various features and advantageous details thereof are explained more fully with reference to the non-limiting embodiments that are illustrated in the accompanying drawings and detailed in the following description. Descriptions of well-known components and processing techniques are omitted so as to not unnecessarily obscure the embodiments herein. The examples used herein are intended merely to facilitate an understanding of ways in which the embodiments herein may be practiced and to further enable those of skill in the art to practice the embodiments herein. Accordingly, the examples should not be construed as limiting the scope of the embodiments herein.
Many modifications will be apparent to those skilled in the art without departing from the scope of the present invention as hereinbefore described with reference to the accompanying drawings.
Where a definition or use of a term in an incorporated reference is inconsistent or contrary to the definition of that term provided herein, the definition of that term provided herein applies and the definition of that term in the reference does not apply.
Throughout this specification and the claims which follow, unless the context requires otherwise, the word “comprise”, and variations such as “comprises” and “comprising”, will be understood to imply the inclusion of a stated integer or step or group of integers or steps but not the exclusion of any other integer or step or group of integers or steps.
As used herein, the singular forms “a”, “an”, “the” include plural referents unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Further, the terms “like”, “as such”, “for example”, “including” are meant to introduce examples which further clarify more general subject matter, and should be contemplated for the persons skilled in the art to understand the subject matter.
In some embodiments, the numbers expressing quantities of ingredients, properties such as concentration, reaction conditions, and so forth, used to describe and claim certain embodiments of the invention are to be understood as being modified in some instances by the term “about.” Accordingly, in some embodiments, the numerical parameters set forth in the written description and attached claims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desired properties sought to be obtained by a particular embodiment. In some embodiments, the numerical parameters should be construed in light of the number of reported significant digits and by applying ordinary rounding techniques. Notwithstanding that the numerical ranges and parameters setting forth the broad scope of some embodiments of the invention are approximations, the numerical values set forth in the specific examples are reported as precisely as practicable. The numerical values presented in some embodiments of the invention may contain certain errors necessarily resulting from the standard deviation found in their respective testing measurements.
The recitation of ranges of values herein is merely intended to serve as a shorthand method of referring individually to each separate value falling within the range. Unless otherwise indicated herein, each individual value is incorporated into the specification as if it were individually recited herein. All methods described herein can be performed in any suitable order unless otherwise indicated herein or otherwise clearly contradicted by context. The use of any and all examples, or exemplary language (e.g. “such as”) provided with respect to certain embodiments herein is intended merely to better illuminate the invention and does not pose a limitation on the scope of the invention otherwise claimed. No language in the specification should be construed as indicating any non-claimed element essential to the practice of the invention.
Figure 1 shows a stolen vehicle’s recovery system (100). The system (100) includes a camera (102) attached to the vehicle; a GPS tracker (104) to track location of the stolen vehicle; a microcontroller (104A) coupled with a non-transient memory to include a plurality of modules.
An input receiving module (104B1) is configured to receive a user-input secret password.
A processing module (104B2) is configured to process the received user-input secret password such that communication of the vehicle with that of the user or police initiates;
A GPS module (104B3) is configured to determine position coordinates of the stolen vehicle; and
A notification module (104B4) is configured to notify the subject by generating high-volume sirens.
The images of the stolen vehicle are stored on the cloud. The police fetch the stored images. In some embodiments, the vehicle gear automatically stops.
The microcontroller (104A) includes a non-transitory storage unit coupled with one or more processors. For example, Arduino Uno based on the ATmega328. It has 14 digital input/output pins (of which 6 can be used as PWM outputs), 6 analog inputs, a 16 MHz crystal oscillator, a USB connection, a power jack, an ICSP header, and a reset button. The ATmega328 provides UART TTL (5V) serial communication, which is available on digital pins 0 (RX) and 1 (TX). An ATmega16U2 on the board channels this serial communication over USB and appears as a virtual com port to software on the computer. The '16U2 firmware uses the standard USB COM drivers, and no external driver is needed. However, on Windows, a.inf file is required. The Arduino software includes a serial monitor which allows simple textual data to be sent to and from the Arduino board. The RX and TX LEDs on the board flash when data is being transmitted via the USB-to-serial chip and USB connection to the computer (but not for serial communication on pins 0 and 1).
The non-transitory storage unit (e.g. semiconductor memories, such as ROMs, PROMs, random access memories (RAMs), etc.) to store various software or firmware or executable instructions and/or data, one or more processors, a battery (i.e. a rechargeable Li-ion battery, a solid-state battery, etc.) to provide electric energy to one or more components of the system (100), a charging system to charge the battery, other electronic components, data transceiver/data transmission means which can be arranged to receive and transmit data to one or more other components of the system (100). All the aforementioned elements/components of the system (100) can be operatively coupled with each other.
As shown in Figures 2A and 2B, a method (200) for recovering stolen vehicles is disclosed. The method (200) involves inputting user-input secret password on an application configured in a mobile phone of owner of the vehicle, followed by processing the received user-input secret password and storing the images of the stolen vehicle on the cloud. The method (200) further involves fetching the images of the stolen vehicle and determining position coordinates of the stolen vehicle; and notifying the subject by generating high-volume sirens. The method (200) also includes stopping the vehicle engine within 4 minutes.
The foregoing descriptions of exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure have been presented for purposes of illustration and description. They are not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the disclosure to the precise forms disclosed, and obviously many modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teaching. The exemplary embodiments were chosen and described in order to best explain the principles of the disclosure and its practical application, to thereby enable others skilled in the art to best utilize the disclosure and various embodiments with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated. It is understood that various omissions, substitutions of equivalents are contemplated as circumstance may suggest or render expedient but is intended to cover the application or implementation without departing from the spirit or scope of the claims of the present disclosure.
, Claims:We Claim
1. A stolen vehicle’s recovery system (100) comprising:
a camera (102) attached to the vehicle;
a GPS tracker (104) to track location of the stolen vehicle;
a microcontroller (104A) coupled with a non-transient memory to include a plurality of modules:
an input receiving module (104B1) to receive a user-input secret password;
a processing module (104B2) to process the received user-input secret password such that communication of the vehicle with that of the user or police initiates;
a GPS module (104B3) to determine position coordinates of the stolen vehicle; and
a notification module (104B4) to notify the subject by generating high-volume sirens.
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the images of the stolen vehicle are stored on the cloud.
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the police fetch the stored images.
4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the vehicle gear automatically stops.
5. A method (200) for recovering stolen vehicles, the method (200) comprising:
inputting user-input secret password on an application configured in a mobile phone of owner of the vehicle;
processing the received user-input secret password;
storing the images of the stolen vehicle on the cloud;
fetching the images of the stolen vehicle and determining position coordinates of the stolen vehicle; and
notifying the subject by generating high-volume sirens.
6. The method (200) as claimed in claim 5, wherein the method (200) comprising stopping the vehicle engine within 4 minutes.