Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION
This invention relates to Wireless Ocean Monitoring Buoy for Comprehensive Environmental Data Collection and Research Purposes.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The suggested solution has important implications for disaster preparedness, environmental protection, and scientific research. For marine researchers, decision-makers, and environmentalists, it can collect real-time data from the ocean, send it to far-off places, and provide insights into a variety of environmental variables. This innovation has the potential to advance further as technology develops. The project's capabilities might be increased even further through the improvement of energy efficiency, complex data processing, predictive modeling, and incorporation of emerging communication technologies. This innovative idea demonstrates our ingenuity and our capacity to use technology to improve the health of our oceans and ecosystems. This innovation makes a significant contribution to efforts for environmental preservation, disaster preparedness, and scientific knowledge by bridging the accessibility and acquisition gaps for oceanic data.
The vast and complex ecosystems that make up the Earth's oceans are essential for regulating global temperature, preserving marine biodiversity, and influencing a variety of industries. However, the lack of current and comprehensive environmental data coming from these regions presents a significant challenge for scientists, policymakers, and ecological campaigners. The lack of a dependable, unified, and remotely accessible ocean monitoring system hinders our ability to understand oceanic processes, prevents effective disaster mitigation, and limits our ability to make informed decisions about efforts for marine preservation.
US10850810B2 A marine monitoring buoy with an improved structure belongs to the technical field of marine buoys. The marine monitoring buoy includes a first buoy body, a cylindrical portion and a conical portion. A vertical through hole is disposed in the first buoy body, a horizontal through hole is disposed in an upper part of the cylindrical portion, an upper end of the vertical through hole extends to the cylindrical portion and is in communication with the horizontal through hole, a lower end of the vertical through hole penetrates through the conical portion, a wind power generator is disposed in the vertical through hole, two guiding grooves are disposed on a side wall of a lower part of the vertical through hole, a metal piston rod is disposed in the vertical through hole.
RESEARCH GAP: Cloud based environmental data collection for researcher is the novelty of the system.
US10256918B2 The Adaptable Pulse Position Modulation (APPM) optical communication system and process facilitate wireless communications through turbid mediums including, but not limited to, smoke, airborne dust, mist, fog, clouds, water, seawater and water-to-air (air-to-water) interfaces by controlling the signal gain at the optical detector and controlling of the signal encoding to allow high data rate operation when the signal to noise ratio is high. The system also supports signal encoding redundancy to maintain good connectivity at the cost of the communication channel data rate as the signal to noise degrades.
RESEARCH GAP: Cloud based environmental data collection for researcher is the novelty of the system.
None of the prior art indicate above either alone or in combination with one another disclose what the present invention has disclosed. This invention relates to Wireless Ocean Monitoring Buoy for Comprehensive Environmental Data Collection and Research Purposes.
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.
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.
The initiation phase kicks off the innovation's operational flow. Initializing crucial parts like sensors, microcontrollers, and communication modules is what this phase entails. To enable reliable data collection and transmission, specific configurations are applied to sensor settings and communication parameters. After initialization is complete, the system enters a loop that continuously collects data. Data is sequentially collected from each sensor during this cycle. A bespoke salinity sensor measures salinity levels, while the waterproof DS18B20 temperature sensor logs water temperature. The unique wave sensor detects wave patterns and movement, while the Hall Effect current sensor measures ocean currents. The dissolved oxygen sensor detects the amount of oxygen present, the pH sensor quantifies pH values, and the CO2 sensor records carbon dioxide concentrations. The GPS module provides geographic coordinates, and the pressure sensor measures water pressure at various depths. For later processing, the gathered data is structured and saved in certain variables or data structures. The system provides connectivity with the cellular network to enable communication through the use of the GSM modem. To enable smooth transmission, collected data is organized into a compatible format, frequently using JSON. The prepared data is subsequently transmitted using appropriate communication protocols, like HTTP, to a specified cloud server. This data transfer is carried out by the GSM modem, and the server's confirmation signal is awaited. To avoid redundancy, local data storage is erased after a successful transmission. An additional duplicate of the transmitted data may be kept on the SD card module as a backup in case of unanticipated disruptions, which will increase dependability.
This idea includes a user interface that could take the form of a specific mobile application. The most recent data gathered is prepared for presentation and transferred to the mobile application via the established internet connection during the phase dedicated to user interface upgrades. At the same time, attention is paid to the power levels coming from the solar-powered power source. With the system capable of entering low-power modes during periods of inactivity, the implementation of energy-conservation measures becomes crucial. Continuous power monitoring maintains operating status while carefully using the resources at hand. The main effort's goal of providing actual time and comprehensive oceanic data to support scientific research, environmental preservation, and disaster response is realized as a result of this orchestration, which also includes the fields of sensor data capture, transmission logistics, user interface dynamics, power resource management, error resolution protocols, and iterative operational loops. The complexity of the algorithmic design reflects how ecological sensitivity and technical innovation can coexist, delivering a ground-breaking solution to the problems associated with the collection and accessibility of marine data.
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: SYSTEM ARCHITECTURE
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.
The initiation phase kicks off the innovation's operational flow. Initializing crucial parts like sensors, microcontrollers, and communication modules is what this phase entails. To enable reliable data collection and transmission, specific configurations are applied to sensor settings and communication parameters. After initialization is complete, the system enters a loop that continuously collects data. Data is sequentially collected from each sensor during this cycle. A bespoke salinity sensor measures salinity levels, while the waterproof DS18B20 temperature sensor logs water temperature. The unique wave sensor detects wave patterns and movement, while the Hall Effect current sensor measures ocean currents. The dissolved oxygen sensor detects the amount of oxygen present, the pH sensor quantifies pH values, and the CO2 sensor records carbon dioxide concentrations. The GPS module provides geographic coordinates, and the pressure sensor measures water pressure at various depths. For later processing, the gathered data is structured and saved in certain variables or data structures. The system provides connectivity with the cellular network to enable communication through the use of the GSM modem. To enable smooth transmission, collected data is organized into a compatible format, frequently using JSON. The prepared data is subsequently transmitted using appropriate communication protocols, like HTTP, to a specified cloud server. This data transfer is carried out by the GSM modem, and the server's confirmation signal is awaited. To avoid redundancy, local data storage is erased after a successful transmission. An additional duplicate of the transmitted data may be kept on the SD card module as a backup in case of unanticipated disruptions, which will increase dependability.
This idea includes a user interface that could take the form of a specific mobile application. The most recent data gathered is prepared for presentation and transferred to the mobile application via the established internet connection during the phase dedicated to user interface upgrades. At the same time, attention is paid to the power levels coming from the solar-powered power source. With the system capable of entering low-power modes during periods of inactivity, the implementation of energy-conservation measures becomes crucial. Continuous power monitoring maintains operating status while carefully using the resources at hand. The main effort's goal of providing actual time and comprehensive oceanic data to support scientific research, environmental preservation, and disaster response is realized as a result of this orchestration, which also includes the fields of sensor data capture, transmission logistics, user interface dynamics, power resource management, error resolution protocols, and iterative operational loops. The complexity of the algorithmic design reflects how ecological sensitivity and technical innovation can coexist, delivering a ground-breaking solution to the problems associated with the collection and accessibility of marine data.
ADVANTAGES OF THE INVENTION
1. The Wireless Ocean Monitoring Buoy is outfitted with a variety of parts, such as the DS18B20 Waterproof Temperature Sensor, Custom Wave Sensor, Custom Salinity Sensor, Hall Effect Current Sensor, pH Sensor, Dissolve Oxygen Sensor, CO2 Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Atmega2560 Board, GSM Modem, GPS Modem, SD card, and Solar-powered power supply.
2. The system provides current information on a wide range of environmental characteristics. These include air and water pressure, pH, dissolved oxygen, CO2 concentrations, temperature, salinity, ocean currents, wave patterns, and geographic coordinates. This real-time information is crucial for disaster preparedness, environmental monitoring, and scientific research. The presence of an SD card ensures data redundancy, acting as a safeguard against unanticipated disruptions.
3. The system efficiently achieves real-time data collecting and transmission and meets the urgent data needs of scientific research, environmental monitoring, and effective catastrophe management.
4. Because the buoy has wireless capabilities, it makes it easier to remotely monitor oceanic conditions. This functionality is especially helpful in distant or dangerous locations where traditional data collection methods could be difficult or dangerous.
5. The need for frequent manual intervention is drastically reduced by the automated data collection technique. This reduces the possibility of human error throughout the data collecting process and also results in cost-efficiency.
6. The system's capacity to deliver real-time data quickly makes a significant contribution to disaster response scenarios. When dealing with oil spills, tsunamis, or other natural disasters, authorities can make educated judgments and precisely allocate resources thanks to the quick availability to accurate environmental data.
, Claims:1. A Wireless Ocean Monitoring Buoy for Comprehensive Environmental Data Collection and Research Purposes comprises of ATmega2560 Board (10), GSM Modem (11), GPS Module (12), SD Card (12), Solar-Based Power Supply (13), Dissolved Oxygen Sensor (14), pH Sensor (15), Hall Effect Current Sensor (16), Custom Salinity Sensor (17), Custom Wave Sensor (18), DS18B20 Waterproof Temperature Sensor (19), CO2 Sensor (20) and Pressure Sensor (21).
2. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the Wireless Ocean Monitoring Buoy has a variety of components, including the DS18B20 Waterproof Temperature Sensor, Custom Wave Sensor, Custom Salinity Sensor, Hall Effect Current Sensor, pH Sensor, Dissolve Oxygen Sensor, CO2 Sensor, Pressure Sensor, Atmega2560 Board, GSM Modem, GPS Modem, SD card, and Solar-based power supply.
3. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein in order to establish connectivity with the cellular network and provide seamless data transmission, the GSM Modem is crucial; and it makes it easier for all acquired data to be sent to the cloud, which makes analytical procedures easier.
4. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the SD card's presence offers a backup storage option for the transferred data, acting as a failsafe safeguard; and this redundancy guarantees continuity and provides protection from unanticipated disturbances.
5. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the buoy's various components and sensors are powered by the solar-based power supply, which is the buoy's main energy source.
6. The system as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system demonstrates the ability to switch into low-power modes during periods of inactivity; and this calculated energy conservation complements the solar-powered power source and encourages effective energy use.