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Title:
A WIRELESS INTELLIGENT REMOTE INSPECTION DEVICE FOR PRESSURIZED SYSTEMS
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO/2024/018380
Kind Code:
A1
Abstract:
The present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems, comprising of, a housing (2), at least one transmitter (3), at least one receiver (4), at least one connector, a plurality of sensor (5), at least one battery unit (6); and at least one cover (7). The housing (2) encloses said transmitter (3), receiver (4), plurality of sensor (5), battery unit (6) along with a near field communication module (8), and a LED indicator (9). The near field communication module (8) is configured to transfer said set of parameters to a remote server via a wireless mode. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to an additional IoT module via a wireless sensor network for monitoring, transferring said set of parameters to said remote server (11) for remote inspection.

Inventors:
MITTAL DEEPALI (IN)
Application Number:
PCT/IB2023/057318
Publication Date:
January 25, 2024
Filing Date:
July 18, 2023
Export Citation:
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Assignee:
MITTAL DEEPALI (IN)
International Classes:
G01M3/40; G08B25/10; G08C17/02
Domestic Patent References:
WO2022148973A12022-07-14
Attorney, Agent or Firm:
AMBASTHA, Lalit et al. (IN)
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Claims:
CLAIMS : A wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems, comprising of: a housing (2); at least one transmitter (3); at least one receiver (4); at least one connector; a plurality of sensor (5); at least one battery unit (6); and at least one cover (7); wherein: said housing (2) encloses said transmitter (3), receiver (4), plurality of sensor (5), battery unit (6) along with a near field communication module (8), and a LED indicator (9); said plurality of sensors (5) are configured for sensing a set of parameters of a pressurized system (10); said near field communication module (8) is configured to transfer said set of parameters to a remote server via a wireless mode; said wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to an additional loT module via a wireless sensor network for monitoring, transferring said set of parameters to said remote server (11); said remote server (11) is connected to said near field communication module (8) via said wireless mode and configured to analyse said set of parameters to determine whether said pressurized systems (10) has a normal status or abnormal status and said remote server (11) sends said status to a mobile device (12) for monitoring purposes; said remote server (11) is configured to activate an alert mechanism in said mobile device (12) and wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) in case of detection of an abnormal status, whereby said alert mechanism sends notification to said mobile device (12) and activates said LED indicator (9) to alert an operator aware about said abnormal status and said remote server (11) is configured to maintain a log of said set of parameters and status; and said wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to a monitoring system (13) for collecting said log and performing a set of functions based on said log.

2. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said pressurized system (5) is selected but not limited to fire extinguisher, hose reel, pumps, and pipes.

3. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said housing (2) and cover (7) are made up of materials that include but are not limited to steel, stainless steel, plastic, metal.

4. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to a hub module for pressurized systems (10).

5. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said plurality of sensor (5) include an accelerometer, pressure sensor, temperature sensor, battery health sensor, gyro sensor, weight sensor, gas/liquid composition sensor.

6. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said set of parameters include but not limited to pressure, temperature, orientation, geo-coordinates, battery health level, orientation, weight. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said remote server (11) is connected with a microcontroller that compares said set of parameters with a set of pre-stored values. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said remote server (11) is preferably a cloud based platform for storage and analysis which assist in real time monitoring and alerting as well as historical data analysis for enhancing maintenance and ensuring compliance with a pre-defined safety regulations. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said notification include but not limited to electronic mail, short message service. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said set of functions include but are not limited to authentication, monitoring, maintenance, alarm panel and rectification status, centralized facilities, instant notification alerts, calendar maintenance and field inspection report. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) has weight in range from 90g to 110g and dimension. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said connector is preferably a T connector. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems as claimed in claim 1, wherein said cover (7) is made up of material like tempered glass or polycarbonate.

Description:
“A WIRELESS INTELLIGENT REMOTE INSPECTION DEVICE FOR PRESSURIZED SYSTEMS”

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

The present invention generally relates to a wireless inspection device. More particularly, the present invention relates to a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems to distantly supervise parameters for identifying the operation readiness of the equipment like fire extinguisher, hose reel, pumps, pipes and alike in a quick, secured and economical manner.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

A pressurized system is a framework or setup of components where the air /liquid pressure is either high or lower as compared to the surrounding air pressure. Few examples of pressurized systems are gas pipelines, fire extinguishers, petrol pump sector, water network system.

The fire extinguishers are generally installed in all the commercial establishments, homes, warehouses, public places and vehicles in order to comply with the fire and safety guidelines of the government. A fire extinguisher is defined as an external fire safety system, which is used for extinguishing and/ or controlling minor fires in emergency situations. Commonly, a fire extinguisher consists of a hand-held cylindrical pressure vessel, which carries an agent for extinguishing the fire.

The fire extinguisher works by releasing the fire extinguishing material at high pressure when a lever at the top of the fire extinguisher cylinder is pressed. The fire extinguishers include a plastic siphon tube, which leads from the bottom of the fire-suppressant reservoir to the top of the fire extinguisher. A spring-mounted valve is provided to block the passageway from the siphon to the nozzle. A smaller cylinder filled with compressed gas including extinguishing material is provided at the top of the fire extinguishing cylinder. The compressed gas remains captured in the fire extinguisher with the help of a release valve.

The safety pin is pulled out and the operating lever is depressed to use the fire extinguisher.

Like any other mechanical device, the fire extinguishers must be checked and/ or inspected at an interval of every 30 days to ensure their proper operation. The owner and/ or occupant of the property where the fire extinguishers are installed are responsible for arranging for the maintenance of the fire extinguishers. Currently, many automatic fire extinguishers have been developed to ensure the proper maintenance of the fire extinguishers by providing the information automatically through a web based user interface. However, such system cannot be incorporated into the already installed fire extinguishers, which requires the owner and/or occupant of the building to completely replace the already installed fire extinguishers, thereby making the incorporation of such fire extinguishing system highly expensive and impractical as the owners and/ or occupant of the building will not want to spend so much on the fire extinguishing systems.

Traditionally, fire extinguishers were checked by technicians on a regular basis. However, with the advent of technology various monitoring devices have been developed, which enables the users to check the readiness of a fire extinguisher in case of an emergency by regularly inspecting and updating the user with the status of the fire extinguishers so installed.

One of the monitoring device used for checking the status of the fire extinguisher is an electronic monitoring system, which is paired with each fire extinguisher and uses a pressure gauge to continuously check for any fluctuations in the fire extinguishers. Another monitoring device for checking the status of the fire extinguisher is a bar code tablet system, which enables the users to accurately inspect fire extinguishers by scanning the bar code.

Further, a wireless sensor network is another monitoring device, which enables the users to check the fire extinguishers in large facilities and/ or on large campuses, thereby allowing the facilities managers to continuously ensure that the fire extinguishers are operational, present and unobstructed without relying on a manual inspection. The fire extinguishers can be monitored on a real-time basis with a properly installed wireless sensor network. However, installation of these monitoring devices in the already installed fire extinguishers or other pressurized systems is highly expensive process as these monitoring devices cannot be applied to the already existing system, thus these monitoring devices comes already installed with the system, therefore in order to use these monitoring systems, the entire system or component or device needs to be replaced, which makes installation of such monitoring devices costly for the users.

US9074950B2 discloses a pipeline inspection gauge (PIG) alert system that provides a method and apparatus for effectively locating a pipeline inspection gauge (PIG) as it traverses a pipeline. The method and apparatus incorporates hollow, empty tubes spaced along the length of the pipeline. The tubes are provided with lower ends that extend into the pipeline. The tubes are closed at their lower ends and connectable to respective pressure detection devices or the like at their upper ends. When a PIG passes through the pipeline, it contacts the lower end of the tube that extends into the pipeline, causing the tube to break, and thus opening the interior of the tube to the pressurized flow of the product flowing in the pipeline. The change in pressure is registered by the pressure detection device to indicate the passage of the PIG. However, the main drawbacks of this invention is that the user needs to manually inspect the gauge which makes this manual inspection process tedious, further this involves a lot of human interaction which increases the error rate while manual inspection.

US20030029246A1 discloses a digital pressure gauge comprises a power supply, an input button unit, a pressure sensor, a display unit, a warming unit, and a control unit. The control unit counts an operation times and/or operation duration of the digital pressure gauge and generates alarm through the display unit and the warming unit when the counted operation times and/ or operation duration of the digital pressure gauge exceeds a threshold. However, this invention is limited to pressure monitoring and this digital pressure gauge cannot be installed in conventional systems as there is no provision of connector in this gauge.

IN202027049615 discloses a fire extinguisher having an inspection device which: determines the inner pressure state of a corrosion-resistant, heat- and cold-resistant and vibration-resistant pressure vessel that is made of material on which information can be directly printed; and compares, by means of a comparison unit, multiple measured values with each other and/ or with set point values and displays the operating state. The display of the internal pressure state allows anyone, even a layperson, to readily determine whether the fire extinguisher is ready for operation and whether all the components of the fire extinguisher function properly.

However, this invention does not have a provision of indicating real time movement of the device or equipment over which the inspection device is fixed and this invention does not have a battery health reporting mechanism and any provision of server connection for data collection, mining and reporting. Hence, this invention does not provide a complete solution to remotely monitor the parameters like temperature, pressure in a pressurized system like fire extinguisher.

Therefore, due to aforementioned drawbacks, there is a need to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized system that indicates the operational readiness of the equipment like fire extinguisher, hose reel, pumps, pipes and alike in a quick, secured and economical manner therein, provides movement alert, inspection/ maintenance of the device in real time or periodically.

OBJECT OF THE INVENTION

The main object of the present invention is to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems to monitor operational readiness of system or equipment like fire extinguisher, hose reel, pumps, pipes and alike.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems with a near field communication module that eliminates the need of manual paper based inspection.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems that helps in detecting real-time or periodic movements of the equipment or system. Another object of the present invention is to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems that is connected with a remote server unit for periodically reporting/ recording of data/information, schedule maintenance, generate alerts and notify the alerts.

Another object of the present invention is to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems having an alerting module such as LED light which gets activated in case the measured temperature or pressure is more or less than a threshold value.

Yet another object of the present invention is to provide a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems with or without a T-connector which helps in connecting the device with equipment or system.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

The present invention relates to a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems for scrutiny operational readiness of system and component therein.

In an embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems, comprising of, a housing, at least one transmitter, at least one receiver, at least one connector, a plurality of sensor, at least one battery unit, and at least one cover, wherein the housing encloses said transmitter, receiver, plurality of sensor, battery unit along with a near field communication module, and a LED indicator, said plurality of sensor are for sensing a set of parameters of a pressurized system, said near field communication module transfers said set of parameters to a remote server, said remote server is connected to near field communication module via a wireless mode and analyses said set of parameters to detect whether said pressurized systems has a normal status or abnormal status and said server sends said status to a mobile device for monitoring purpose, said remote server activates an alert mechanism in said mobile device and wireless intelligent remote inspection device in case of detection of an abnormal status and said alert mechanism sends notification to said mobile device and activates said LED indicator to make an operator aware about said abnormal status and said remote server is configured to maintain a log of said set of parameters and status; and said wireless intelligent remote inspection device is connected to a monitoring system that collects said log and performs a set of functions. The set of functions include but are not limited to authentication, monitoring, maintenance, alarm panel and rectification status, centralized facilities, instant notification alerts.

In another embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems comprising of a housing encompassing a digital pressure sensor, a temperature sensor, an accelerometer, a digital display unit, a near field communication (NFC) module, and a battery unit wherein said housing is optionally provided with a T-connector for fastening said device to an existing equipment or system, said digital pressure sensor is for sensing real-time or periodic pressure inside the fire extinguisher, said temperature sensor is for real-time periodic monitoring temperature, said accelerometer indicates the real-time or periodic movement of the system, an internal battery health sensor is configured within the device for indicating a battery level of device, the digital display unit is for representing pressure in a digital format. The sensors are wirelessly connected with a hub module that works on radio frequency. The hub module sends the information received from the sensor to a monitoring computer via Ethernet, WiFi or GPRS. The near field communication (NFC) module enables a wireless transmission between said intelligent remote inspection device and a mobile device. The device additionally comprises of an alerting module such as FED light which gets active in case the measured temperature or pressure is more or less than a threshold value, the alerting module also comprise of a microprocessor that compares the measured value of temperature or pressure with a threshold value that is stored in memory unit of the processor.

Further, the wireless intelligent remote inspection device is connected to a remote server that maintains a log of said measured parameters that helps in remote monitoring of parameters and the remote sever sends alerts in real time.

In another embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems in which the near field communication module enables communication between a plurality of devices such as mobile phone, electronic tablet and alike when said plurality of devices are touched together and/ or brought within a range of few centimeters range, said near filed communication module maintains logs and sends notification regularly.

In another embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized system that delivers an instant notification via an e-mail and/or an SMS if variations in pressure or movement or batter health or ambient temperature and/ or security elements are observed, said intelligent remote inspection device (through remote server) keeps record and control of field work technicians.

The above objects and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the hereinafter set forth brief description of the drawings, detailed description of the invention, and claims appended herewith.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

Figure 1 is a block diagram of working of wireless intelligent remote inspection device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 2 is a perspective view of wireless intelligent remote inspection device connected to the pressurized system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 3 is an isometric view of wireless intelligent remote inspection device according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 4 is a block diagram of wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems according to an embodiment of the present invention.

Figure 5 is another block diagram of working of wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention will now be described hereinafter with reference to the accompanying drawings in which a preferred embodiment of the invention is shown. This invention may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed as being limited to the embodiment set forth herein. Rather, the embodiment is provided so that this disclosure will be thorough, and will fully convey the scope of the invention to those skilled in the art.

Many aspects of the invention can be better understood with references made to the drawings below. The components in the drawings are not necessarily drawn to scale. Instead, emphasis is placed upon clearly illustrating the components of the present invention. Moreover, like reference numerals designate corresponding parts through the several views in the drawings. Before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention, it is to be understood that the embodiments of the invention are not limited in their application to the details of construction and to the arrangement of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The embodiments of the invention are capable of being practiced and carried out in various ways. In addition, the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of description and should not be regarded as limiting.

The present invention provides wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems for testing operational readiness of equipment and system like fire extinguisher, pipeline, that eliminates the need of manual inspection (i.e. paper based) for achieving maintenance of equipment or system.

According to an embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems, comprising of, a housing, at least one transmitter, at least one receiver, at least one connector, a plurality of sensor, at least one battery unit, and at least one cover, wherein the housing encloses said transmitter, receiver, plurality of sensor, battery unit along with a near field communication module, and a TED indicator, said plurality of sensor are for sensing a set of parameters of a pressurized system, said near field communication module transfers said set of parameters to a remote server, said remote server is connected to near field communication module via a wireless mode and analyses said set of parameters to detect whether said pressurized systems has a normal status or abnormal status and said server sends said status to a mobile device for monitoring purpose, said remote server activates an alert mechanism in said mobile device and wireless intelligent remote inspection device in case of detection of an abnormal status and said alert mechanism sends notification to said mobile device and activates said LED indicator to make an operator aware about said abnormal status and said remote server is configured to maintain a log of said set of parameters and status; and said wireless intelligent remote inspection device is connected to a monitoring system that collects said log and performs a set of functions. The set of functions include but are not limited to authentication, monitoring, maintenance, alarm panel and rectification status, centralized facilities, instant notification alerts.

According to another embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems comprising of a housing encompassing a digital pressure sensor, a temperature sensor, an accelerometer, a digital display unit, a near field communication (NFC) module, and a battery unit wherein said housing is optionally provided with a T-connector for fastening said device to an existing equipment or system, said digital pressure sensor is for sensing real-time or periodic pressure inside the fire extinguisher, said temperature sensor is for real-time periodic monitoring temperature, said accelerometer indicates the real-time or periodic movement of the system, an internal battery health sensor is configured within the device for indicating a battery level of device, the digital display unit is for representing all the measured parameters including pressure, temperature, battery life in a digital format. The sensors are wirelessly connected with a hub module that works on radio frequency. The hub module sends the information received from the sensor to a monitoring computer (server) via Ethernet, Wi-Fi or GPRS. The near field communication (NFC) module enables a wireless transmission between said intelligent remote inspection device and a mobile device. Further, the wireless intelligent remote inspection device is connected to a remote server that maintains a log of said measured parameters that helps in remote monitoring of parameters and the remote sever sends alerts in real time and wireless intelligent remote inspection device uses a radio frequency based communication module to communicate with the hub, which communicates with the remote server for reporting alerts. The device additionally comprises of an alerting module such as LED light which gets active in case the measured temperature or pressure is more or less than a threshold value, the alerting module also comprise of a microprocessor that compares the measured value of temperature or pressure with a threshold value that is stored in memory unit of the processor.

According to another embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems in which the near field communication module enables communication between a plurality of devices when said plurality of devices are touched together and/ or brought within a range of few centimeters range, said near filed communication module maintains logs and sends notification regularly.

According to another embodiment, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized system that delivers an instant notification via an e- mail and/ or an SMS if variations in pressure, movement, and ambient temperature and/ or security elements are observed, said intelligent remote inspection device keeps record and control of field work technicians.

Figure 1 is a block diagram of working of wireless intelligent remote inspection device according to an embodiment of the present invention. A wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems. The pressurized system (5) is selected but not limited to fire extinguisher, hose reel, pumps, and pipes as depicted in Figure 2. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) comprise of a housing (2), at least one transmitter (3), at least one receiver (4), at least one connector, a plurality of sensor (5), at least one battery unit (6) and at least one cover (7).

Figure 3 is an isometric view of wireless intelligent remote inspection device according to an embodiment of the present invention. The housing (2) and cover (7) are made up of materials that include but are not limited to steel, stainless steel, plastic, metal. The housing (2) encloses said transmitter (3), receiver (4), plurality of sensor (5), battery unit (6) along with a near field communication module (8), and a TED indicator (9), said plurality of sensor (5) are for sensing a set of parameters of a pressurized system (10), said near field communication module (8) transfers said set of parameters to a remote server. The set of parameters include but not limited to pressure, temperature, orientation, geo-coordinates and battery health level. The plurality of sensor (5) include an accelerometer, pressure sensor, temperature sensor, battery health sensor, gyro sensor, weight sensor, gas/ liquid composition sensor. The cover (7) is made up of material like tempered glass or polycarbonate.

Figure 4 is a block diagram of wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized systems according to an embodiment of the present invention. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to a hub module (14) for pressurized systems (10). The remote server (11) is connected to near field communication module (8) via a wireless mode and analyses said set of parameters to detect whether said pressurized systems (10) has a normal status or abnormal status and said server sends said status to a mobile device (12) for monitoring purpose. The remote server (11) is connected with a microcontroller that compares said set of parameters with a set of pre-stored values.

The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to an additional loT module via a wireless sensor network for monitoring, transferring said set of parameters to said remote server (11) which further assists in providing real time monitoring of the location, status and usage of pressurized system (10).

The loT module is connected to the pressurized system (10) via the wireless sensor network which comprise of a group of small, low-cost sensors that are distributed throughout an environment to monitor various physical and environmental conditions. The sensors measure the pressure level, temperature, and other relevant data and this collected and transmitted to a gateway device using wireless communication protocols such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or Zigbee.

The gateway device is connected to the internet, and the data is uploaded to the remote server (11) for storage and analysis. The remote server (11) is preferably a cloud-based platform that provide real-time monitoring and alerting, as well as historical data analysis, to improve maintenance, optimize inventory management, and ensure compliance with safety regulations.

The remote server (11) activates an alert mechanism in said mobile device (12) and wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) in case of detection of an abnormal status and said alert mechanism sends notification to said mobile device (12) and activates said LED indicator (9) to make an operator aware about said abnormal status and said remote server (11) is configured to maintain a log of said set of parameters and status and said wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to a monitoring system (13) that collects said log and performs a set of functions. The notification include but not limited to electronic mail, short message service. The set of functions include but are not limited to authentication, monitoring, maintenance, alarm panel and rectification status, centralized facilities, instant notification alerts, calendar maintenance and field inspection report. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) has weight in range from 90g to 110g and dimension. Further, the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected with the pressurized systems preferably through a T connector.

The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected with a pressurized systems like fire extinguisher, hose reel, pumps, pipes and the device (1) sends the real time measured parameters like pressure, temperature to the hub module (14) with further sends to the monitoring system for inspection The device (1) transfers the real time measured parameters along with battery health, change in the movement of equipment and alike to the mobile device (12) through the near field communication (NFC) module (8) by which the user of the mobile device (12) is able to observe the real time parameters of the equipment.

The present invention is connected with a monitoring system (13) that collects the information from all the hub modules about all the gauges and generates intelligent real time information. The monitoring system (13) performs a set of functions that include but not limited to authentication, monitoring, maintenance, alarm panel and rectification status, centralized facilities, instant notification alerts for variation in pressure movement, ambient temperature, charts with history of each element, record and control, virtual labels to demonstrate efficient maintenance, cloud support and accessibility of multiple device.

The near field communication (NFC) module (13) acts a handset which is used to configure the device (1) and hub module (14) on the field. It is used for the task of physical maintenance and reporting maintenance data wirelessly and instantly. The near field communication (NFC) module (13) includes an electronic device and a communication unit. The device (1) additionally comprises of an alerting module such as FED light which gets active in case the measured temperature or pressure is more or less than a threshold value, the alerting module also comprise of a microprocessor that compares the measured value of temperature or pressure with a threshold value that is stored in memory unit of the processor as depicted in Figure 5.

EXAMPLE 1

Case Scenario

The present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for pressurized systems for distantly monitoring operational readiness of equipment like fire extinguisher. The intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to the fire extinguisher through the T-connector for measuring a set of parameters such as temperature, pressure which determine the operational readiness of the equipment. The device (1) comprises of near field communication module that enables quick transmission of measured parameters to a mobile device in one-tap, on which the user is able to observe the measured parameters. Further the device (1) is connected to the remote server (11) via a router or hub (14) which maintain logs of the measured parameter which helps in remote inspection of operational readiness of the fire extinguisher. The device (1) additionally comprises of an alerting module such as LED light which gets active in case the measured temperature or pressure is more or less than a threshold value, the alerting module also comprise of a microprocessor that compares the measured value of temperature or pressure with a threshold value that is stored in memory unit of the processor. As an improvement the present invention also has a provision of detection of any kind of abnormality in the measured parameters. The present invention is suitable to be used in chemical manufacturing plant which uses pressurized vessels to store and transport chemicals. The safety of the vessels is critical to the operation of the plant and the safety of the employees. To ensure the safety of these vessels, the plant installs the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) on each pressurized vessel. The housing (2) encloses a transmitter (3), a receiver (4), a plurality of sensors (5), a battery unit (6), a near field communication module (8), and a TED indicator (9). The sensors (5) are configured to sense a set of parameters of the pressurized vessel, such as temperature, pressure, and humidity. The near field communication module (8) wirelessly transfers these parameters to a remote server (11) for analysis. The remote server (11) is connected to the near field communication module (8) via a wireless mode and is responsible for analyzing the parameters to determine whether the pressurized vessel has a normal or abnormal status. The remote server (11) is connected with a microcontroller that compares said set of parameters with a set of pre-stored values. If the remote server (11) detects an abnormal status, then the remote server (11) activates an alert mechanism in the mobile device (12) of the plant operator. The alert mechanism sends a notification to the mobile device (12) and activates the TED indicator (9) on the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) to alert the operator of the abnormal status. Additionally, the remote server (11) maintains a log of the set of parameters and status to track trends and performance over time. This log is also collected by a monitoring system (13) connected to the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) for further analysis and maintenance planning. In this example, the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) provides an efficient and automated way to monitor the safety of pressurized vessels in a chemical manufacturing plant, alerting operators of any abnormal statuses and providing valuable data for maintenance planning.

Further, the present invention is also suitable to be used in fire suppression systems over which the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) are installed. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is configured is to monitor the pressure, temperature, orientation, geo-coordinates, and battery health level of the fire extinguishers. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) also includes a near field communication module (8) and a LED indicator (9). The accelerometer used herein detects motion and vibrations in the pressurized system, even at a micro-scale level. By sensing these vibrations, the accelerometer converts them into the piezoelectric effect, which generates energy through pressure and stress. The generated energy is then converted into an electrical voltage, which provides information or value of the velocity and orientation of the for pressurized system. Additionally, the accelerometer is able to measure both static forces like gravity and dynamic forces.

The pressure sensor in the fire extinguisher works by measuring the pressure inside the extinguisher container. The pressure inside the container is directly related to the amount of extinguishing agent (such as foam, powder, or gas) inside and as the agent is expelled from the container during use, the pressure decreases. The pressure sensor includes a diaphragm that flexes with changes in pressure, and a transducer that converts the mechanical movement of the diaphragm into an electrical signal. The transducer utilizes technologies such as strain gauges, piezoresistive elements, or capacitive elements to detect the diaphragm's movement and convert it into a voltage signal. The voltage signal is then sent to the microcontroller that compares it with pre-stored values to determine whether the fire extinguisher is in normal or abnormal status. If the pressure falls outside or below the predetermined range i.e. pre-stored values, it is considered abnormal and an alert mechanism is activated to notify the user of the issue. This include visual or audible alarms, or alerts sent to a remote monitoring system.

The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) weighs between 90g to 110g and the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to a hub module (14) is configured to transfer the set of parameters to a remote server (11) via a wireless mode.

The remote server (11) is connected to a microcontroller that compares the set of parameters with a set of pre-stored values to determine whether the fire extinguishers are in normal or abnormal status. In case of detection of an abnormal status, the remote server (11) activates an alert mechanism in the mobile device (12) and the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1). The alert mechanism sends notification to the mobile device (12) and activates the TED indicator (9) to alert the operator about the abnormal status. The remote server (11) is configured to maintain a log of the set of parameters and status. The wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is connected to a monitoring system (13) for collecting the log and performing a set of functions, including authentication, monitoring, maintenance, alarm panel and rectification status, centralized facilities, instant notification alerts, calendar maintenance, and field inspection report.

Furthermore, the remote server (11) is connected to the microcontroller that is programmed with a set of pre-stored values for the fire extinguisher's parameters, which represent normal operating conditions. The microcontroller constantly compares the real-time parameters measured by the sensors (5) with the pre-stored values. If any parameter goes beyond the pre-stored value range, the microcontroller considers it as an abnormal status, and the remote server (11) is notified. In response, the remote server (11) activates an alert mechanism in the mobile device (12) and the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1). The alert mechanism sends a notification to the mobile device (12) to inform the operator about the abnormal status. Simultaneously, the FED indicator (9) on the wireless intelligent remote inspection device (1) is activated to alert the operator visually. The operator may then take appropriate action to rectify the abnormal status, such as refilling or replacing the fire extinguisher, before it is needed in an emergency. The remote server (11) also maintains a log of the set of parameters and status for future reference and analysis.

Hence, the present invention is suitable for remotely monitoring of the status of the pressured system like fire extinguishers and take necessary actions when needed. The present invention helps them ensure that their fire suppression systems are always in good working condition, reducing the risk of fire incidents and property damage.

Therefore, the present invention provides a wireless intelligent remote inspection device for pressurized system for rapid checking operational readiness of equipment and system and further has significant applications in various industries where pressurized systems are in use and particularly useful in fire safety systems, where the timely detection of abnormalities can save lives and property. The present invention is suitable to be used in industrial settings, such as pipelines and pumps, to detect leaks and other malfunctions. Additionally, the wireless and remote capabilities make it convenient for monitoring and maintenance, reducing the need for manual inspections. Overall, the wireless intelligent remote inspection device offers a reliable, efficient, and cost-effective solution for ensuring the safety and performance of pressurized systems in various industries.

The foregoing description of embodiments of the invention has been presented for purposes of illustration and description. It is not intended to be exhaustive or to limit the invention to the precise form disclosed, and modifications and variations are possible in light of the above teachings or may be acquired from practice of the invention. The embodiments were chosen and described in order to explain the principals of the invention and its practical application to enable one skilled in the art to utilize the invention in various embodiments and with various modifications as are suited to the particular use contemplated.