The following specification particularly describes the invention and the manner in which it is to be performed.

TECHNICAL FIELD

Present disclosure generally relates to a system and a mechanism for traversing an accessory. Particularly, but not exclusively, the present disclosure relates to a hoisted system for maneuvering the accessory in a given area.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Generally, maneuvering systems are used in agricultural fields, warehouses, ponds, lakes, open and closed aquariums etc. The maneuvering systems may be coupled with accessories such as nozzles, harvesters etc. The nozzles in the traversing system may be used for spraying pesticides onto crops in the agricultural fields whereas, the harvesters in the maneuvering systems may be used to harvest/cut and collect fruits or other crops from the agricultural fields. Maneuvering systems in warehouses may be configured with barcode scanners for tracking or maintaining inventory of any given material in the warehouse. The maneuvering systems may also be configured with cameras for monitoring any given area.

Conventional maneuvering systems are generally configured to be traversed on the ground. The conventional maneuvering systems are configured with wheels or tracks for being maneuvered in a defined area. Conventional systems are often limited to be maneuvered in a fixed path since, the systems are only operable on the ground. Consequently, the distance traversed by the system for conducting a given task increases significantly. Therefore, the energy consumed for maneuvering the system and for conducting the given task also increases. Since, the conventional maneuvering systems are restricted to be traversed only along a fixed or pre-defined path, the time required to conduct the given task also increases. For instance, the maneuvering systems in agricultural fields are limited to be operated in paths that are defined between crops. Consequently, the process of spraying pesticides or harvesting crops occurs when the system is being operated along the path between the crops. The system may have to be individually traversed along each path defined between the crops for spraying pesticides onto all the plants in the agricultural field. Consequently, the accessibility of the conventional maneuvering systems is severely limited.

With advancements in technologies, aerial maneuvering systems such as fixed wing aircrafts and drones are being used in agricultural fields for spraying pesticides. However, maneuverability of fixed wing aircrafts is limited, and these aircrafts are not suitable for harvesting crops due to the high operational speeds of the aircrafts. Further, the overall operational time of the drones are also limited due to the power source/battery capacity restrictions. Therefore, drones are not a viable option for prolonged usage and must be continuously recharged which further increases the time required to conclude the given task of inventory monitoring or pesticide spewing. Similar to aircrafts, the procuring and maintenance cost of drones are high and are generally not accessible to the public at large.

The present disclosure is directed to overcome one or more limitations stated above.

SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

One or more shortcomings of the conventional system or method are overcome, and additional advantages are provided through the provision of the method as claimed in the present disclosure.

Additional features and advantages are realized through the techniques of the present disclosure. Other embodiments and aspects of the disclosure are described in detail and are considered a part of the claimed disclosure.

In a non-limiting embodiment of the disclosure, a system for traversing an accessory is disclosed. The system may include at least one first structure and at least one second structure that is positioned diagonally adjacent and away from the first structure at a predetermined location. A first cable may be removably coupled to the at least one first structure and the at least one second structure. At least one third structure may be positioned perpendicular and away from position of the at least one second structure and is diagonally away from the at least one first structure. A second cable is removably coupled to the first structure at one end and an opposite end of the second cable is traversable throughout the length of the first cable. Further, a traversing mechanism is movably coupled to the second cable where, the accessory is connected to the traversing mechanism. The accessory is traversed by displacing the second cable over the first cable and displacing the traversing mechanism on the second cable. In an embodiment of the disclosure, a tensioner unit is mounted on the at least one third structure and is connected to one end of the second cable for adjusting the tension in the second cable.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, a connector linking the second cable to the first cable is provided.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, at least one second mount is defined on at least one of the ends of the connector where, the second cable is accommodated by the at least one second mount of the connector.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, at least one gear is coupled to a motor provided within the connector where, the at least one gear engages with the first cable.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, the first structure, the second structure and the third structure are telescopic members. The telescopic members include at least one first member concentrically and movably defined within at least one second member for adjusting height.

In a non-limiting embodiment of the disclosure, a traversing mechanism for traversing an accessory is disclosed. The traversing mechanism includes a housing. A frame is accommodated in the housing. At least one first pulley and at least one second pulley are configured on the frame and extend along a first axis. At least one third pulley is rotatably coupled to the frame and is driven by a motor. At least one fourth pulley is meshigly coupled to the first pulley and is mounted on the frame. Further, the at least one first pulley, the at least one second pulley, the at least one third pulley and the at least one fourth pulley engage with a second cable of the system and rotation of the at least one third pulley by the motor, displaces the traversing mechanism on the second cable.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, the at least one pulley includes a first pulley and a second pulley positioned opposite to each other on the frame and extend along the first axis.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, the first pulley and the second pulley are defined by a central section for accommodating the second cable and for traversing over the second cable. In an embodiment of the disclosure, at least one drum rotatably coupled to the frame and driven by a second drive member.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, a third cable is wound onto the at least one drum wherein, rotation of the at least one drum in a one direction winds the third cable onto the at least one drum and rotation of the at least one drum in the opposite direction unwinds the third cable from the at least one drum.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, the accessory is mounted to one end of the third cable.

In an embodiment of the disclosure, a fifth pulley for bearing the load of the accessory suspended from the third cable is provided.

The foregoing summary is illustrative only and is not intended to be in any way limiting. In addition to the illustrative aspects, embodiments, and features described above, further aspects, embodiments, and features will become apparent by reference to the drawings and the following detailed description.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE ACCOMPANYING FIGURES

The novel features and characteristic of the disclosure are set forth in the appended claims. The disclosure itself, however, as well as a preferred mode of use, further objectives, and advantages thereof, will best be understood by reference to the following detailed description of an illustrative embodiment when read in conjunction with the accompanying figures. One or more embodiments are now described, by way of example only, with reference to the accompanying figures wherein like reference numerals represent like elements and in which:

Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of a system for traversing an accessory, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 2 illustrates a perspective view of a third structure of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 3 illustrates a front view of the third structure of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Figure 4 illustrates a top view of the third structure of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 5 illustrates a top perspective view of a tensioner unit of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 6 illustrates a top view of the tensioner unit of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 7 illustrates a rear view of the tensioner unit of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 8 illustrates a top perspective view of a connector of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 9 illustrates a side view of the connector of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 10 illustrates a top view of the connector without a casing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 11 illustrates another perspective view of the connector of the system without a casing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 12 illustrates a perspective view of traversing mechanism of the system, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 13 illustrates a front view of the traversing mechanism without a housing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 14 illustrates a top view of the traversing mechanism without the housing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 15 illustrates a central cut sectional view of the traversing mechanism, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure. Figure 16 illustrates a front view of the traversing mechanism without the housing, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 17 illustrates a schematic view of the system with an exemplary embodiment, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

Figure 18 and Figure 19 illustrates a schematic view of the system in different another exemplary embodiment, in accordance with an embodiment of the disclosure.

The figure depicts embodiments of the disclosure for purposes of illustration only. One skilled in the art will readily recognize from the following description that alternative embodiments of the system for traversing an accessory without departing from the principles of the disclosure described.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The foregoing has broadly outlined the features and technical advantages of the present disclosure in order that the description of the disclosure that follows may be better understood. Additional features and advantages of the disclosure will be described after which form the subject of the disclosure. It should be appreciated by those skilled in the art that the conception and specific embodiments disclosed may be readily utilized as a basis for modifying or designing other system for carrying out the same purposes of the present disclosure. It should also be realized by those skilled in the art that such equivalent constructions do not depart from the spirit and scope of the disclosure. The novel features which are believed to be characteristic of the disclosure, as to its organization, together with further objects and advantages will be better understood from the following description when considered in connection with the accompanying figures. It is to be expressly understood, however, that each of the figures is provided for the purpose of illustration and description only and is not intended as a definition of the limits of the present disclosure.

In the present document, the word “exemplary” is used to mean “serving as an example, instance, or illustration.” Any embodiment or implementation of the present subject matter described as “exemplary” is not necessarily to be construed as preferred or advantageous over other embodiments. While the disclosure is susceptible to various modifications and alternative forms, specific embodiments thereof have been shown by way of example in the drawings and will be described below. It should be understood, however that it is not intended to limit the disclosure to the particular forms disclosed, but on the contrary, the disclosure is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternative falling within the scope of the disclosure.

The terms “comprises”, “comprising”, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a system that comprises a list of components does not include only those components but may include other components not expressly listed or inherent to such mechanism. In other words, one or more elements in the device or mechanism proceeded by “comprises... a” does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other elements or additional elements in the mechanism.

The following paragraphs describe the present disclosure with reference to Figures. 1 to 17. In the figures, the same element or elements which have same functions are indicated by the same reference signs.

Figure 1 illustrates a perspective view of a system (100) for traversing an accessory (D). The system (100) may include at least one first structure (Al) [hereinafter referred to as the first structure]. The system (100) may also include at least one second structure (A2) [hereinafter referred to as the second structure] and at least one third structure (A3) [hereinafter referred to as the third structure]. The second structure (A2) may be positioned diagonally adjacent and away from the first structure (Al) at a predetermined location. Further, the third structure (A3) may be positioned perpendicularly away from the position of the second structure (A2). The third structure (A3) is also positioned diagonally away from the at least one first structure (Al). Further, each of the first structure (Al), the second structure (A2) and the third structure (A3) may be positioned to extend along a vertical direction. In an embodiment, the first structure (Al), the second structure (A2) and the third structure (A3) may be positioned at an angular inclination. In this embodiment, the second structure (A2) is positioned opposite or perpendicular to the third structure (A3). The first structure (Al), the second structure (A2) and the third structure (A3) may provide structural stability to the system (100). The structural configuration of the first structure (Al), the second structure (A2) and the third structure (A3) is explained with greater detail below. Reference is made to the Figure 2, Figure 3, and Figure 4. The first structure (Al), the second structure (A2) and the third structure (A3) may herein be referred to as the structures (Al, A2, A3). One of the ends of the structures (Al, A2, A3) may be defined with a conical end (9). The conical end (9) may be configured to be inserted into the ground or surface and the conical end (9) may ensure a firm foundation of the structure (Al, A2, A3) in the ground. In an embodiment, the structures (Al, A2, A3) may be configured as a telescopic member. The structure may include at least one first member (3) and at least one second member (8). The at least one first member (3) may be concentrically and movably positioned within the at least one second member (8) for adjusting the overall height of the structure (Al, A2, A3). Further, the first member (3) may be defined with at least one first protrusion (2). In an embodiment, the at least one first protrusion (2) may extend perpendicularly from the first member (3). Further, the at least one first protrusion (2) may herein be defined proximal to a top end of the first member (3). The first protrusion (2) may act as a stopper and may prevent the first member

(3) from collapsing into the second member (8). The first protrusion (2) of the first member (3) may be come in contact with a top end of the second member (8) and the first protrusion (2) may prevent the first member (3) from sliding into the second member (8). Further, the second member (8) may also be defined with at least one second protrusion (7). In an embodiment, the at least one second protrusion (7) may extend perpendicularly from the second member (8). Further, the at least one second protrusion (7) may herein be defined proximal to a substantially bottom end of the second member (8). The second protrusion (7) may act as a reference/indication which specifies the depth at which the support structure (Al, A2, A3) is to be inserted into the ground. The support structure (Al, A2, A3) may be inserted into the ground until the second protrusion (7) comes in contact with the ground and the second protrusion (7) may act as an indication to prevent the structure (Al, A2, A3) from being inserted disproportionately into the ground. Further, the second member (8) may be defined with a plurality of provision (5) and the first member (3) may also be defined with a plurality of provisions (4). The first member (3) may be guided into the second member (8) and the first member (3) may be positioned at a suitable height within the second member (8). Further, a pin [not shown] may be used to secure the height of the structure (Al, A2, A3). The provisions

(4) of the first member (3) may be aligned with the provisions (5) of the second member (8) and the pin may be inserted to pass through the provisions (4, 5) of the first member (3) and the second member (8) for securing or fixing the height of the structure (Al, A2, A3). The structure (Al, A2, A3) may be provided with a first mount (1). The first mount (1) may be positioned at a top end of the first member (3). The first mount (1) may be positioned to extend in a direction perpendicular to the first member (3). Further, the first mount (1) may be rotatably connected to the top end of the first member (3).

In an embodiment, the system (100) may include a first cable (G). The first cable (G) may be removably coupled to the first mount (1) of the first structure (Al) and the second structure (A2). In an embodiment, the system (100) may also include a second cable (F). The second cable (F) at one end may be coupled to the third structure (A3). Further, the opposite end of the second cable (F) may be connected to the first cable (G). In an embodiment, the system (100) may include a connector (E) and the connector (E) may facilitate the connection between the second cable (F) and the first cable (G). Further, the connector (E) may be operable to traverse throughout the length of the first cable (G). The end of the second cable (F) that is coupled to the third structure (A3) may be connected to a tensioner unit (B).

Reference is made to Figures 5 to 7. The tensioner unit (B) may include a motor (11). Further, a holder (12) may be configured adjacent to the motor (11). The tensioner unit (B) may include a winch (14) for winding or accommodating the second cable (F). The tensioner unit (B) may also be included on a support member (13). The support member (13) may be configured to extend parallel to the motor (11) and the support member (13) may be positioned adjacent to the holder (12). The winch (14) may be rotatably coupled to the motor (11) at one end and the opposite end of the winch (14) may be rotatably coupled to the support member (13). The motor (11) may be selectively operated to rotate the winch (14). The motor (11) may be configured to rotate the winch (14) in a clockwise direction or in an anti-clockwise direction. Accordingly, the second cable (F) may be wound or unwound from the winch (14). The tensioner unit (B) may thus be configured to maintain adequate tension or sag in the second cable (F). The motor (11) may be operated wind or unwind the second cable (F) so as to provide adequate sagging or tension in the second cable (F).

As seen from Figure 1, one end of the second cable (F) is fixedly connected to the winch (14) of the tensioner unit (B) and the second cable (F) may extend in a direction that is parallel to the third structure (A3). The second cable (F) may extend through the first mount (1) at the top end of the third structure (A3). The second cable (F) may further be configured to extend from the first mount (1) in a direction perpendicular to the third structure (A3). Further the opposite end of the second (F) cable from the end of second cable (F) that is connected to the tensioner unit (B) may herein be coupled to the connector (E). The configuration of the connector (E) is explained with greater detail below. Reference is made to Figures 8 to 11. The connector (E) may include a casing (22). The casing

(22) in this preferable embodiment may be of a rectangular shape. Further, two opposite sides of the casing (22) may be defined with a provision. Each of the provision on the two opposite sides may be defined to lie along the same axis. These provisions on the two opposite sides of the casing (22) may be defined to accommodate first cable (G). The first cable (G) may enter through one of the provisions on the side of the casing (22) and the first cable (G) may exit the casing (22) through the provision on the opposite side of the casing (22). The casing (22) may also include at least one second mount (23) [hereinafter referred to as the mount]. The second mount (23) may herein be configured to the sides of the casing (22). Particularly, the second mount (23) may be configured to the sides of the casing (22) which lie adjacent to the sides of the casing (22) where the provisions are defined. The connector (E) may herein be configured to receive the second cable (F). The second cable (F) may be configured to extend through the second mounts (23) and the second cable (F) may be fixedly connected to the second mounts

(23). The connector (E) may further accommodate a first gear (24). The first gear (24) may be rotatably mounted within the casing (22). The connector (E) may also include a second gear (25) and a third gear (26). The second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may be rotatably mounted in the casing (22). The second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may be mounted to extend along the same axis. Further, the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may be configured to extend at an angle ranging from 40 degrees to 50 degrees and preferably at 45 degrees from the first gear (24). The first gear (24), the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may herein be configured as pulleys. The second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may be configured to mesh with the first gear (24). The rotation of the first gear (24) may this cause the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) to rotate. The first gear (24), the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may be defined with a central section for accommodating the first cable (G). The first cable (G) may initially enter the casing (22) through one of the provisions defined on the sides of the casing (22). Further, the first cable (G) may extend over the second gear (25). The first cable (G) may further be configured to extend below the first gear (24) and the cable may extend over the third gear (26). The central section of the first gear (24), the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may be configured with a frictional profile to receive the first cable (G) and to traverse over the first cable (G). The connector (E) may further include a motor (21). The motor (21) may be coupled to the first gear (24). The motor (21) may be selectively actuated to rotate the first gear (24). Consequently, the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) may also rotate along with the first gear (24). The rotation of the first gear (24), the second gear (25) and the third gear (26) over the first cable (G) may cause the connector (E) to traverse over the first cable (G). The rotational direction of the shaft in the motor (21) may be varied to vary the direction in which the first gear (24) rotates. Thus, the forward or rearward movement of the connector (E) along the first cable (G) may be varied by varying the direction of rotation of the motor (21). Further, the movement of the connector (E) over the first cable (G) may cause the second cable (G) coupled to the connector (E), to pivot with regards to the first mount (1) on the third structure (A3). The angular orientation of the second cable (F) may thus be varied by operating the connector (E).

The system may further include a traversing mechanism (C) [hereinafter referred to as the mechanism]. Reference is made from Figures 12 to 16. The mechanism (C) may include a housing (41). The housing (41) may be defined with two provisions on the sides. These provisions on the sides of the housing (41) may facilitate or accommodate the first cable (F). the first cable (F) may enter and exit the housing (41) of the mechanism (C) through the provisions on the sides of the housing (41). Further, a bottom surface of the housing (41) may also be defined with provisions. The provisions on the bottom surface of the housing (41) may also facilitate or accommodate a third cable (42). The housing (41) may accommodate a frame (45). In this preferable but not limiting embodiment, the frame (45) may be defined in the shape of the alphabet “I”. A top section of the frame (45) may accommodate a plurality of pulleys (43, 44, 46, 47, 50). At least one first pulley (43) [hereinafter referred to as the first pulley] and at least one second pulley (44) [hereinafter referred to as the second pulley] may be rotatably coupled to the frame (45). The first pulley (43) and the second pulley (44) may be coupled to an upper section of the frame (45). Further, the first pulley (43) and the second pulley (44) may be configured at opposite ends on the upper section of the frame (45). The first pulley (43) and the second pulley (44) may be configured to extend along a same first axis (Z-Z). The first pulley (43) and the second pulley (44) may be load bearing pulleys. The mechanism (C) may also include at least one third pulley (46) [hereinafter referred to as the third pulley] and at least one fourth pulley (47) [hereinafter referred to as the fourth pulley]. The third pulley (46) may be rotatably mounted at the center on the upper section of the frame (45). The mechanism (C) may include a motor (48) and the motor (48) may be accommodated on a bottom section of the frame (45). The motor (48) may be coupled to the third pulley (46). The motor (48) may be selectively engaged to rotate the third pulley (46). Further, the third pulley (46) may be connected to the frame (45) through a first shaft (46a) at one end and a second shaft (46b) at the opposite end. The first shaft (46a) may be fixedly connected to the frame (45) and the third pulley (46). The second shaft (46b) may be rotatably connected to the frame (45) and the third pulley (46). Further, a snap ring may be provided at the juncture where the second shaft (46b) is connected to the frame (45) for preventing the sliding of the third pulley (46) and for retaining the third pulley (46) at the central position. Further, the fourth pulley (47) may also be rotatably coupled to the frame (45) and the fourth pulley (47) may be configured or positioned to mesh with the third pulley (46) which is driven by the motor (48). The rotation of the shaft in the motor (48) may be transferred to rotate the third pulley (46) through any known means including but not limited to bevel gears (53). The third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47) may be configured as gears and as pulleys. The third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47) may be defined with a central section (49). The central section (49) of the third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47) may be defined to accommodate the second cable (F). The central section (49) in the third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47) may be a depression or a cut out that accommodates the second cable (F). The mechanism (C) may include a fifth pulley (50). The fifth pulley (50) may be configured or may be positioned between the third pulley (46) and the first pulley (43). The mechanism (C) may include at least one winch (51) [hereinafter referred to as the winch]. The mechanism (C) may in this preferable but not limiting embodiment, may include two winches (51) that are positioned opposite to each other and are rotatably coupled to the frame (45). The two winches (51) are positioned to lie on the same axis. Further, one end of the third cable (42) may herein be connected to the two winches (51) whereas the opposite end of the third cable (42) may be connected to the accessory (D). The mechanism (C) may include another motor (52) that is mounted or positioned on the bottom section frame (45). The shaft of the second motor (52) may be coupled to the two winches (51) through any known means including but not limited to bevel gears (53). The motor may be selectively actuated to induce a clockwise or anti-clockwise rotation of the winch (51). At least one of the clockwise rotation or the anti-clockwise rotation of the winch (51) may wind or unwind the third cable (42) from the winch (51). Consequently, the height of the accessory (D) at the end of the third cable (42) may be varied by operating the motor (52). Thus, operating the motor (52) in one direction may cause the winch (51) to rotate in one direction and the third cable (42) may be un-wound form the winch (51). Consequently, the accessory (D) attached at one of the ends of the winch (51) travels vertically and the accessory (D) may be lowered closer to the ground. Similarly, operating the motor (52) in the opposite direction may cause the winch (51) to rotate in an opposite direction and the third cable (42) may be wound onto the winch (51). Consequently, the accessory (D) attached at one of the ends of the winch (51) travels vertically and the accessory (D) may be traversed away from the ground and closer to the mechanism (C). Further, the mechanism (C) may include at least one guide member (54) [hereinafter referred to as the guide member]. The guide member (54) may be positioned at either ends on the upper section of the frame (45). The guide member (54) may be provided with a friction resistant material.

Referring to the Figure 1, the second cable (F) may be configured to extend into the traversing mechanism (C) through the provisions on the sides of the mechanism (C). The second cable (F) may initially be inserted over the guide member (54) and the second cable (F) may be configured to extend below the first pulley (43). The second cable (F) may further extend below the fourth pulley (47) and the second cable (F) may be positioned over the third pulley (46). Further, the second cable (F) may extend below the fifth pulley (50) and second pulley (44). The second cable (F) may further be positioned below the other guide member (54). The configuration and the position of the fifth pulley (50) may ensure that the contact angle of the cable on the third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47) is increased. The third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47) are configured as friction pulleys. The rotation of the third pulley (46) and fourth pulley (47) causes the second cable (F) to be traversed over the third pulley (46) and the fourth pulley (47). Consequently, the traversing mechanism (C) traverses over the second cable (F) when the motor (48) is operated. The direction in which the shaft of the motor (48) rotates may cause the traversing mechanism (C) to travel forward or backward on the second cable (F).

The working of the system (100) is explained below with an exemplary embodiment. The below exemplary embodiment and the conditions or the environment in which the system (100) is used must not be considered as a limitation. The system (100) may be adapted for monitoring or functional/operational environments. The accessory (D) in this embodiment may be connected to one end of the third cable (42) of the traversing mechanism (C). The accessory

(D) in this embodiment may be a sprayer and the system (100) in this embodiment may be implemented in an target area. In an embodiment, the accessory (D) must not be considered to be a single component and multiple components including but not limited to sensors, cameras etc. may be mounted as accessories (D) on the traversing mechanism (C). Referring to Figure 17, the target area is herein considered to be of a rectangular shape. The first structure (Al) is mounted to one of the corners of the field. Similarly, the second structure (A2) and the third structure (A3) may be mounted at the other corners that lie perpendicular to the comer where the first structure (Al) is mounted. The first cable (G) may herein extend between the first structure (Al) and the second structure (A2). The second cable (F) may extend between the third structure (A3) and the first cable (G) through the connector (E). As described above, the traversing mechanism (C) may be configured to the second cable (F). the traversing mechanism

(C) may be traversed throughout the length of the second cable (F). Similarly, the connector (E) may connect the second cable (F) to the first cable (G). The connector (E) may be operated to travel throughout the length of the first cable (G). as seen from Figure 17, the connector (E) may be operated to various positions on the first cable (G). the rhombus shapes may herein indicate the probable positions to which the connector (E) may be traversed. These positions must not be considered as limitations and the connector (E) may be operated to travel fluidly along the length of the first cable (G). As the connector (E) travels over the first cable (G), the second cable (F) that is connected to the connector (E) is also displaced. The dotted straight lines extending between the third structure (A3) and the second structure (A2) may herein indicate the probable positions along which the second cable (F) is displaced. These positions must not be considered as limitations and the second cable (F) may be operated to travel fluidly along the length of the first cable (G) with the connector (E). The traversing mechanism (C) may also be operated to travel along the length of the second cable (F). The spray er/accessory

(D) may be operated to travel throughout the length of second cable (F). The sprayer may include a nozzle for spewing pressurized fluid through a hose. Further, the connector (E) may be operated to traverse the second cable (F) along the first cable (G). The second cable (F) may be adjusted through the tensioner unit (B) to provide adequate sagging or tension in second cable (F) as the cable (F) length increases or decreases while being traversed through the length of the first cable (G) through the connector (E). Thus, the above-described system (100) may ensure that the accessory (D) is traversed to cover the overall upper triangular area of the rectangular target area. The lower triangular area of the rectangular shaped field may also be configured with the above-described system (100). In an embodiment, the rectangular shaped field may be provided with a fourth structure (A4). This fourth structure (A4) may be interlinked to the third structure (A3) and the second structure (A2) in a manner that is similar to the configuration between the second structure (A2), the third structure (A3) and the first structure (Al). Further, the height of the accessory (D) from the traversing mechanism (C) and from the ground may be varied by operating the motor (52) as described above. The above system (100) may include a control unit, the control unit may selectively operate the connector

(E), the tensioner unit (B) and the traversing mechanism (C) so as to cover the area in the rectangular shaped field without overlapping of any given area. For instance, the traversing mechanism (C) may be configured to travel throughout the length of the second cable (F). Subsequently, the connector (E) may be operated to marginally travel over the first cable (G) so as to displace the second cable (F). The traversing mechanism (C) may again be configured to travel throughout the length of the second cable (F). The operation of the system (100) may be partially or completely automated in an embodiment. The above process may be repeated till the overall area of the rectangular shaped field is covered. As described above, the system (100) is operable in three directions i.e., Z-axis, X-axis, and Y-axis.

In an embodiment, the accessory (D) must not be limited to the sprayer and other sensing systems like camera, temperature sensors, pressure sensors or sensors for measuring various parameters in a defined area may be used or mounted to the traversing mechanism (C). In an embodiment, sprinkler for irrigation or feeder for suppling feed into large fish tanks may be accommodated. In an embodiment, the accessory (D) may be a robotic hand and the same may be used to harvest crops, fruits, pollen or other produce in target area. The accessory (D) may accommodate a camera and the same may be coupled to the control unit of the system (100). The camera may be used to detect and recognize the required produce that is to be harvested and the same may be harvested by other tools such but limited to cutters in the accessory (D). Further, in an embodiment, the accessory (D) and the traversing mechanism (C) may be operated through remote or wireless systems. In an embodiment, the accessory (D) may be a platform for carrying a given object. In an embodiment, the structures (Al, A2, A3) may be solid structures like wall, pillars, poles, beams, truss, tower, trees, or any structure where the first cable (G) and the second cable (F) can be mounted. In an embodiment, the structures (Al, A2, A3) may be attached or mounted on a mobile ground-based vehicle. In an embodiment, the structures (Al, A2, A3) may be supported by cables or wires that extend from the ground. In an embodiment, the accessory (D) may include several nozzles for painting a given surface. In an embodiment, the accessory (D) may be configured with a camera or other detection systems for scanning/ analyzing a surface before painting the surface. In an embodiment, the first cable (G) and the second cable (F) may be made of any flexible material. In an embodiment, the first cable (G) and the second cable (F) may be of steel or any type of metal. In an embodiment, the first cable (G) and the second cable (F) may be of different metals with the core wire of one material and the strands surrounding the core might of different material. In an embodiment, the first cable (G) and the second cable (F) may be made of rope or other synthetically manufactured materials including but not limited to nylon, polyester, aramid etc. In an embodiment, material of the first cable (G) and the second cable (F) must not be considered as a limitation. Referring to Figure 18 and in an embodiment, the system (100) may include only the first structure (Al) and the second structure (A2) with the traversing mechanism (C) being directly mounted on the first cable (G) extending between the first structure (Al) and the second structure (A2). In another variation, the accessory (D) may be a nozzle where a jet of liquid may be used to displace soil making hole in the soil bed, and the same liquid jet or a different mechanism may be used to simultaneously or subsequently deliver one or more seeds into the hole in the soil bed. In an embodiment, the system (100) may include indication units such as but not limited to audio and visual indication unit, the accessory (D) may be configured to detect crop fires or cattle infestation and the same may be indicated to the user through the indication units. In an embodiment, the accessory (D) of the system (100) may be configured in a warehouse and the accessory (D) may be a scanner. The scanner may be configured to scan a barcode or other relevant information of the components in the warehouse. The system (100) may herein be configured to detect or locate a required component in the warehouse and the system (100) may also be configured to maintain inventory of the components in the warehouse. Referring to Figure 19 and in an embodiment, the above-described system (100) may be implemented in areas in the shape of a hexagon and not limited to rectangular or square in shape. The system (100) may be implemented in any area of any given shape. The system (100) in the embodiment of Figure 19 may include a first structure (Al) positioned at the center of the hexagonal shaped area. Further, a structure (AH) may be positioned at each corner of the hexagonal shaped target area. Each of the structures (AH) may be interconnected by a first cable (G). Further, the connector (E) may be movably positioned on the first cable (G) and multiple second cables (F) may be configured to extend from the first structure (Al) to the connector (E). Further, the traversing mechanism (C) may be provided on each of the multiple second cables (F). The connector (E) may be operated to traverse the first cable (G) between the structures (AH) and the traversing mechanism (C) may be operated on the second cable (F) to cover the overall hexagonal shaped area.

In an embodiment, the above-described system (100) provides a cost efficient and economical configuration of the traversing systems. In an embodiment, the above-described system (100) may be configured to conclude the tasks in a shorter time frame since, the system in not limited to be operated on the pre-defined paths of the ground and is an ariel system.

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With respect to the use of substantially any plural and/or singular terms, those having skill in the art can translate from the plural to the singular and/or from the singular to the plural as is appropriate to the context and/or application. The various singular/plural permutations may be expressly set forth for sake of clarity.

It will be understood by those within the art that, in general, terms used, are generally intended as "open" terms (e.g., the term "including" should be interpreted as "including but not limited to," the term "having" should be interpreted as "having at least," the term "includes" should be interpreted as "includes but is not limited to," etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is intended, such an intent will be explicitly recited in the claim, and in the absence of such recitation no such intent is present. For example, as an aid to understanding the description may contain usage of the introductory phrases "at least one" and "one or more" to introduce claim recitations. However, the use of such phrases should not be construed to imply that the introduction of a claim recitation by the indefinite articles "a" or "an" limits any particular claim containing such introduced claim recitation to inventions containing only one such recitation, even when the same claim includes the introductory phrases "one or more" or "at least one" and indefinite articles such as "a" or "an" (e.g., "a" and/or "an" should typically be interpreted to mean "at least one" or "one or more"); the same holds true for the use of definite articles used to introduce claim recitations. In addition, even if a specific number of an introduced claim recitation is explicitly recited, those skilled in the art will recognize that such recitation should typically be interpreted to mean at least the recited number (e.g., the bare recitation of "two recitations," without other modifiers, typically means at least two recitations, or two or more recitations). Furthermore, in those instances where a convention analogous to "at least one of A, B, and C, etc." is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., "a system having at least one of A, B, and C" would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and/or A, B, and C together, etc.). In those instances where a convention analogous to "at least one of A, B, or C, etc." is used, in general such a construction is intended in the sense one having skill in the art would understand the convention (e.g., "a system having at least one of A, B, or C" would include but not be limited to systems that have A alone, B alone, C alone, A and B together, A and C together, B and C together, and/or A, B, and C together, etc.). It will be further understood by those within the art that virtually any disjunctive word and/or phrase presenting two or more alternative terms, whether in the description, or drawings, should be understood to contemplate the possibilities of including one of the terms, either of the terms, or both terms. For example, the phrase "A or B" will be understood to include the possibilities of "A" or "B" or "A and B."

While various aspects and embodiments have been disclosed, other aspects and embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art. The various aspects and embodiments disclosed are for purposes of illustration and are not intended to be limiting, with the true scope and spirit being indicated in the description.

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