A SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PREVENTING SWELLING IN WOODEN DOORS

Abstract

Present invention discloses a system (100) and method for preventing swelling in wooden doors. The system (100) includes an insulating strip (104) installed within a rabbet cut (202) along the perimeter of a wooden door (102). The insulating strip (104) holds heating elements (114) and moisture-absorbing agents (116) employing tube-like structures (106) and are fitted into the holes (204) carved on the edges of the door (102). System (100) includes a control unit (110) configured to receive real-time data from sensors (118) integrated into the hinge side of the door. Control unit (110) activates the heating elements (114) based on the real-time data to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the door. Control unit (110) deactivates the heating elements (114) once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the door and the sensors (118) detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door (102).

Specification

Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of weather-resisting wooden doors. In particular, it relates to a system and method for preventing swelling in wooden doors.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed disclosure, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] A swollen wooden door is an unpleasant and annoying issue both in a household and in a commercial building. The swelling makes the door difficult to open and close and the security and functioning of the door can be jeopardized. The swelling of the wooden door is caused by moisture absorption by the wooden material. The common method that is employed to prevent moisture absorption is applying varnishes or sealants to create a protective layer on the wood surface. Weather stripping is employed to seal the gaps around doors and windows to prevent moisture ingress. Also, moisture barriers and laminates are applied to wood to prevent moisture ingress. Some existing systems incorporate heating elements into door frames to reduce moisture and prevent freezing. One of the Japanese patent publications, JP6841778B2, entitled "Swelling suppression structure at the center of the lattice in a wooden lattice door", discloses a structure for suppressing swelling of a central portion of a lattice in a wooden lattice door. Another existing US patent application publication, US2015258761A1, entitled "Moisture resistant wooden doors and methods of manufacturing the same", discloses a weather resistant wooden door and methods for manufacturing and assembling the weather resistant wooden door. Another existing Korean patent publication, KR101693777B1, entitled "Door preventing warping and bending", discloses a door to prevent warping and bending.
[0004] However, the existing systems are limited in many ways. The use of varnishes or sealant treatments needs regular maintenance and reapplication. Also, the use of varnishes or sealants does not eliminate moisture that has already penetrated the wood. Employing the moisture barriers and laminates on the door can alter the appearance and texture of the wood. Moreover, they do not address internal moisture content and can be prone to wear and tear over time. Weather stripping also does not address the internal moisture content of the wood, which can still lead to swelling. The systems employing heating elements are often expensive, complex to install, and typically designed for preventing ice build-up rather than addressing swelling from humidity. Most existing solutions do not specifically target the areas of the door that are most prone to swelling, such as the left edge. Continuous operation of dehumidifiers and heated systems can be costly in terms of energy consumption. Hence, there exists a need for a system that provides continuous, and localized moisture control to prevent swelling of wooden doors without altering the appearance of the door and requiring complex installations.

OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0005] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies are as listed herein below.
[0006] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a system and method for preventing swelling in wooden doors.
[0007] It is another object of the present disclosure that relates to a system and method that prevents wooden doors from swelling in high-humidity environments.
[0008] It is another object of the present disclosure that relates to a system and method that integrates heating elements and moisture-absorbing agents into the door to provide localized, efficient moisture control.
[0009] It is another object of the present disclosure that relates to a system and method that employs sensors to detect moisture and humidity levels for targeted activation of heating.
[00010] It is another object of the present disclosure that relates to a system and method that is integrated into the door during manufacturing or can be retrofitted.

SUMMARY
[00011] The present invention relates to the field of weather-resisting wooden doors. In particular, it relates to a system and method for facilitating the prevention of swelling of wooden doors. In specific, it relates to a system and method that prevents wooden doors from swelling in high-humidity environments.
[00012] An aspect of the present disclosure provides a system for preventing swelling in wooden doors. The system includes an insulating strip installed within a rabbet cut along the perimeter of a wooden door. The insulating strip is configured to hold one or more heating elements and one or more moisture-absorbing agents employing a plurality of tube-like structures integrated into the insulating strip. The one or more heating elements and the one or more moisture-absorbing agents are fitted into a plurality of holes carved on the edges of the wooden door employing the plurality of tube-like structures. Further, the system includes a control unit coupled to the one or more heating elements through an end side of the insulating strip. The control unit is configured to receive real-time data from one or more sensors integrated into the vicinity of the hinge side of the wooden door. The real-time data includes any or a combination of a humidity level of the environment, a moisture level of the environment, and a moisture level of the wooden door. Further, the control unit is configured to activate the one or more heating elements based on the real-time data received to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the wooden door by employing the one or more heating elements to provide moisture control in the wooden door. Furthermore, the control unit is configured to deactivate the one or more heating elements once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the wooden door and the one or more sensors detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door, thereby preventing swelling in the wooden door.
[00013] In an aspect, the one or more moisture-absorbing agents are configured to facilitate moisture absorption in the wooden door to effectively control humidity levels by continuously absorbing the moisture in an open state of the wooden door and a closed state of the wooden door. The one or more moisture-absorbing agents are filled within the plurality of tube-like structures. The one or more moisture-absorbing agents are a desiccant including at least one of a silica gel, and an activated alumina. The plurality of tube-like structures filled with the one or more moisture-absorbing agents are strategically positioned along a left edge of the wooden door to provide localized and effective moisture control.
[00014] In an aspect, the one or more heating elements are positioned along a top edge and a bottom edge of the wooden door to provide a localized heating to prevent moisture absorption and subsequent swelling of the wooden door. The one or more heating elements are heated up to a predefined safe temperature once the one or more sensors detect a rise in the humidity level and the moisture level. The one or more heating elements are configured to remain inactive once the one or more sensors detect the normal humidity level.
[00015] In an aspect, the plurality of tube-like structures employed to encase the one or more heating elements are a flexible and a heat-resistant tube that withstand high temperatures and provides electrical insulation. The plurality of tube-like structures is made from materials including at least one of a silicone rubber and a Kapton.
[00016] In an aspect, the insulating strip is configured to accommodate the swelling of the wooden door by flexibly adjusting the shape of the black insulating strip and maintaining a flush fit within the rabbet cut.
[00017] In an aspect, the normal moisture level pertains to the moisture level at which the wooden door neither gains nor loses moisture once exposed to the environment. The excess moisture level pertains to the moisture level above the normal moisture level.
[00018] In an aspect, the system includes one or more safety features coupled to the control unit, and the one or more safety features are configured to prevent overheating of the one or more heating elements. The one or more safety features comprise any or a combination of a thermal cutoff, and an insulation layer. Further, the system includes a temperature monitoring element coupled to the control unit, and the temperature monitoring element is configured to monitor that the one or more heating elements maintain a constant temperature, preventing overheating and reducing the risk of fire and damage to the wooden door.
[00019] In an aspect, the end side of the insulating strip includes one or more connectors configured to connect to the control unit and a power supply to activate the system once the wooden door is closed by at least one user.
[00020] In an aspect, the system is configured to retrofit within the wooden door employed in a building employing drilling of plurality of holes without a prerequisite for extensive modification.
[00021] In an aspect, a method for preventing swelling in wooden doors by a system. The method includes step of activating, by at least one user, the system by closing a wooden door installed with the system to connect a control unit and a power supply to one or more connectors coupled to an insulating strip. Further, the method includes step of receiving, by the control unit, real-time data from one or more sensors integrated into the vicinity of the hinge side of the wooden door. The real-time data includes any or a combination of a humidity level of the environment, a moisture level of the environment, and a moisture level of the wooden door. Further, the method includes step of activating, by the control unit, one or more heating elements integrated within the wooden door based on the real-time data received to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the wooden door by employing the one or more heating elements to provide moisture control in the wooden door. Further, the method includes steps of deactivating, by the control unit, the one or more heating elements once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the wooden door and the one or more sensors detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door. Furthermore, the method includes steps of monitoring, the moisture level continuously by the control unit by employing the one or more sensors to maintain the normal moisture level in the wooden door employing heating through the one or more heating elements and absorbing the moisture employing one or more moisture-absorbing agents, thereby preventing swelling in the wooden door.
[00022] Various objects, features, aspects, and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[00023] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in, and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, and together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.
[00024] In the figures, similar components, and/or features may have the same reference label. Further, various components of the same type may be distinguished by following the reference label with a second label that distinguishes among the similar components. If only the first reference label is used in the specification, the description is applicable to any one of the similar components having the same first reference label irrespective of the second reference label.
[00025] FIG. 1 illustrates (a) an exemplary architecture, and (b) an exemplary block diagram of the proposed system 100 preventing swelling in wooden doors, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00026] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary diagram 200 showcasing (a) a side view, (b) a left edge view, (c) a side view after installation, (d) a front view after installation, and (e) a top view of the wooden door with the system 100 preventing swelling in wooden doors, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00027] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary flow diagram 300 of the method for preventing swelling in wooden doors by a system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[00028] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered 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 spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[00029] Various aspects of the present disclosure are described with respect to FIG 1-3.
[00030] Embodiments of the present invention relate to a system and method for preventing swelling in wooden doors. In specific, it relates to a system and method that prevents wooden doors from swelling in high-humidity environments.
[00031] FIG. 1 illustrates (a) an exemplary architecture, and (b) an exemplary block diagram of the proposed system 100 for preventing swelling in wooden doors, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00032] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, (a) the exemplary architecture, and (b) the exemplary block diagram of the proposed system 100 facilitating the prevention of swelling of wooden doors. The system 100 may include an insulating strip 104 installed within a rabbet cut 202 along the perimeter of a wooden door 102. The insulating strip 104 can be configured to hold one or more heating elements 114 and one or more moisture-absorbing agents 116 employing a plurality of tube-like structures 106 integrated into the insulating strip 104. Further, the insulating strip 104 can be configured to accommodate the swelling of the wooden door 102 by flexibly adjusting the shape of the black insulating strip 104 and maintaining a flush fit within the rabbet cut 202.
[00033] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, (b), the system 100 may include a control unit 110 coupled to the heating elements 114 through an end side of the insulating strip 104. The control unit 110 can be configured to receive real-time data from one or more sensors 118 integrated into the vicinity of the hinge side of the wooden door 102. The real-time data can include, but not limited to: a humidity level of the environment, a moisture level of the environment, a moisture level of the wooden door, and the like. The one or more sensors 118 can include, but not limited to: a humidity sensor, a moisture sensor, and the like.
[00034] In an embodiment, the end side of the insulating strip 104 may include one or more connectors 108 configured to connect to the control unit 110 and a power supply 112 to activate the system 100 once the wooden door 102 is closed by at least one user 124.
[00035] In an exemplary embodiment, the insulating strip 104 is a black insulating strip 104 made from a flexible, durable, and heat-resistant material. The flexible nature of the strip allows the insulating strip 104 to expand or contract slightly along with the movement of the door 102 once the door 102 swells. The end of insulating strip may include connector 1, 108-1 and connector 2, 108-2.
[00036] In an embodiment, the control unit 110 can be configured to activate the heating elements 114 based on the real-time data received to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the wooden door 102 by employing the heating elements 114 to provide moisture control in the wooden door 102.
[00037] In an embodiment, the control unit 110 can be configured to deactivate the heating elements 114 once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the wooden door 102 and the one or more sensors 118 detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door 102.
[00038] In an embodiment, the normal moisture level pertains to the moisture level at which the wooden door 102 neither gains nor loses moisture once exposed to the environment. The excess moisture level pertains to the moisture level above the normal moisture level.
[00039] In an embodiment, the moisture-absorbing agents 116 can be configured to facilitate moisture absorption in the wooden door 102 to effectively control humidity levels by continuously absorbing the moisture in an open state of the wooden door 102 and a closed state of the wooden door 102. The moisture-absorbing agents 116 are filled within the tube-like structures 106. The moisture-absorbing agents 116 can be a desiccant, that can include, but not limited to: a silica gel, an activated alumina, and the like. The tube-like structures 106 filled with the moisture-absorbing agents 116 may be strategically positioned along a left edge of the wooden door 102 to provide localized and effective moisture control.
[00040] In an exemplary embodiment, the tube-like structures 106 are filled with silica gel for moisture absorption. The silica gel in the tube-like structures 106 enables trapping and holds water molecules from the surrounding air.
[00041] In an embodiment, the tube-like structures 106-1 employed to encase the moisture-absorbing agents 116 can be made from a breathable, durable material that allows moisture to pass through while containing the desiccant inside.
[00042] In an exemplary embodiment, the desiccant materials in the tube-like structures 106-1 may be designed to have a long lifespan. Once the desiccant materials reach the moisture absorption capacity, the tube-like structures 106-1 can be regenerated by gently heating them to release the absorbed moisture, allowing them to be reused.
[00043] In an embodiment, the heating elements 114 can be positioned along a top edge and a bottom edge of the wooden door 102 to provide a localized heating to prevent moisture absorption and subsequent swelling of the wooden door 102. The heating elements 114 are heated up to a predefined safe temperature once the one or more sensors 118 detect a rise in the humidity level and the moisture level. The heating elements 114 can be configured to remain inactive once the one or more sensors 118 detect the normal humidity level. The heating elements 114 can be made from high-quality, flexible materials with excellent thermal conductivity. The heating elements 114 can be made from materials including, but not limited to: a nichrome (nickel-chromium alloy), a kanthal (iron-chromium-aluminum alloy), and the like.
[00044] In an embodiment, the tube-like structures 106-2 employed to encase the heating elements 114 is a flexible and heat-resistant tube that withstands high temperatures and provides electrical insulation. The tube-like structures 106-2 can be made from materials including but not limited to: a silicone rubber, a Kapton, and the like.
[00045] In an exemplary embodiment, the heating elements 114 may be inserted into the longer tube-like structures 106-2 situated at a top edge, a bottom edge, and a left edge of the wooden door 102. The moisture-absorbing agents may be inserted into shorter tube-like structures 106-1 situated along the left edge of the door 102.
[00046] In an exemplary embodiment, the heating elements 114 can be integrated into the door 102 during the manufacturing process or can be retrofitted to existing door 102. The heating elements 114 can be connected to the control unit 110 and the power supply 112 located near the hinge side of the door 102. Once, the door 102 is closed, the connectors engage with the control unit 110, allowing the heating elements 114 to receive power and operate as needed.
[00047] In another exemplary embodiment, the heating elements 114 can be positioned along the top and bottom edges of the door 102 with the areas most susceptible to moisture absorption to receive direct and efficient heat. The localized heating evaporates moisture trapped within the wood, effectively preventing swelling of the wooden door 102.
[00048] In an embodiment, the system 100 may include one or more safety features 122 coupled to the control unit 110. The safety features 122 can be configured to prevent overheating of the heating elements 114. The safety features 122 can include, but not limited to: a thermal cutoff, an insulation layer, and the like.
[00049] In an embodiment, the system 100 may include a temperature monitoring element 120 coupled to the control unit 110. The temperature monitoring element 120 can be configured to monitor that the heating elements 114 maintain a constant temperature, preventing overheating and reducing the risk of fire and damage to the wooden door 102.
[00050] In an exemplary embodiment, the temperature monitoring element 120 can include, but not limited to: a thermostat, a thermistor, and the like. In an instance, the thermostat coupled within the control unit 110 ensures that the heating elements 114 maintain a constant temperature, preventing overheating and reducing the risk of fire. In another instance, the thermistor coupled within the control unit 110 ensures that the heating elements 114 maintain a constant temperature, preventing overheating and reducing the damage to the wood.
[00051] In an embodiment, the system 100 can be configured to retrofit within the wooden door 102 employed in a building employing drilling of plurality of holes without a prerequisite for extensive modification.
[00052] In an embodiment, the combination of heating elements 114 and moisture-absorbing agents in the system 100 can provide a comprehensive approach to moisture control. The heating elements 114 actively eliminate moisture through evaporation, and the desiccants continuously absorb any residual moisture, providing a dry and stable environment for the wooden door 102.
[00053] As can be understood by those ordinary skill in the art, although FIG. 1 shows exemplary components of the system 100, in different embodiments, the system 100 may include fewer components, different components, differently arranged components, or additional functional components than depicted in FIG. 1. Additionally, or alternatively, one or more components of the system 100 may perform functions described as being performed by one or more other components of the system 100.
[00054] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary diagram 200 showcasing (a) a side view, (b) a left edge view, (c) a side view after installation, (d) a front view after installation, and (e) a top view of the wooden door with the system 100 preventing swelling in wooden doors, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00055] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 2, the exemplary diagram 200 showcases (a) the side view, (b) the left edge view, (c) the side view after installation, (d) the front view after installation, and (e) a top view of the wooden door 102 with the system 100 facilitating the prevention of swelling of wooden doors. The plurality of holes 204 may be drilled and uniformly distributed along the top side, the bottom side, and the left sides of the door 102. The rabbet cut 202 or a groove cut along the perimeter of the door 102 may be employed to accommodate the insulating strip 104. The insulating strip 104 may include the tube-like structures that can be fitted into the drilled holes 204 along the edges of the wooden door 102. The heating elements 114 and the moisture-absorbing agents 116 may be fitted into the holes 204 carved on the edges of the wooden door 102 employing the tube-like structures.
[00056] In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 can be installed along the side edges of the wooden door 102. In an instance, the installation of the system 100 may be achieved by drilling holes 204 along the top edge, the bottom edge, and the left edges of the door 102 to fit the tube-like structures. Further, the installation of the system 100 may be achieved through the accommodation of the insulating strip 104 along the rabbet cut 202 made along the perimeter of the door 102 with the tube-like structures, inserted into the rabbet cut 202, aligning the tube-like structures 106 with the drilled holes 204. Further, the connectors on the right end of the strip can be linked to the control unit 110 and power supply 112 to activate the system 100. The system 100 can be designed to be discreet, with the heating elements 114 and the tube-like structures fitting seamlessly into the rabbet cut 202 and the drilled holes 204, maintaining the aesthetic appearance of the door 102.
[00057] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary flow diagram 300 of the method for preventing swelling in wooden doors by a system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00058] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 3, the method 300 for facilitating the prevention of swelling of wooden doors by the system 100. The method includes step 302 of activating, by at least one user 124, the system 100 by closing a wooden door 102 installed with the system 100 to connect a control unit 110 and a power supply 112 to one or more connectors 108 coupled to an insulating strip 104. Further, the method includes step 304 of receiving, by the control unit 110, real-time data from one or more sensors 118 integrated into the vicinity of the hinge side of the wooden door 102. The real-time data can include, but not limited to: a humidity level of the environment, a moisture level of the environment, a moisture level of the wooden door 102, and the like. Further, the method includes step 306 of activating, by the control unit 110, heating elements integrated within the wooden door 102 based on the real-time data received to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the wooden door 102 by employing the heating elements 114 to provide moisture control in the wooden door 102. Further, the method includes step 308 of deactivating, by the control unit 110, the heating elements 114 once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the wooden door 102 and the one or more sensors 118 detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door 102. Furthermore, the method includes step 310 of monitoring, the moisture level continuously by the control unit 110 by employing the one or more sensors 118 to maintain the normal moisture level in the wooden door 102 employing heating through the heating elements 114 and absorbing the moisture employing moisture-absorbing agents 116.
[00059] In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 may be activated once the door 102 is closed to engage the connectors with the control unit and the power supply. The control unit continuously monitors the humidity level and the moisture level using the sensors. Once, a high humidity level or high moisture level is detected, the control unit activates the heating elements within the tube-like structures on the top and bottom edges of the door. The heating elements warm up to a safe temperature, eliminating excess moisture and preventing swelling. Further, the moisture-absorbing agents within the tubes on the left edge of the door absorb the moisture continuously, even after the door is open. The control unit automatically shuts off the heating elements if the temperature exceeds a predetermined safe limit, preventing any risk of fire.
[00060] In an exemplary embodiment, the system 100 may be employed in a high humidity situation like a rainy season. Once the user 124 closes the door and the sensor connected to the control unit detects high humidity levels around the door. Heating elements integrated into the insulating strip 104 along the top and bottom edges of the door get activated by the control unit. The heating elements gently heat the area around the top and bottom edges of the door to prevent moisture absorption and subsequent swelling of the wooden door. The moisture-absorbing agents housed in the tubes along the left edge of the door continue to absorb moisture even after the door is closed. The control unit prevents the overheating of the heating elements by monitoring temperatures and activating thermal cutoffs if necessary.
[00061] In another exemplary embodiment, the system 100 may be employed in a high humidity situation like the rainy season even after the door is open. Although the door is open, the control unit continues to monitor the humidity level. If humidity remains high and sensors detect a risk of swelling, the heating elements activate to prevent moisture absorption when the door is closed again. The moisture-absorbing agents along the left edge of the door remain active, absorbing moisture from the door and maintain the stability of the door even after exposed to high humidity conditions.
[00062] In still another exemplary embodiment, the system 100 may be employed in a situation of dry weather or humidity levels are normal. The heating elements 114 remain inactive as sensors 118 detect no high humidity levels requiring intervention. The moisture-absorbing agents 116 may continue to be ready for any potential moisture absorption, but with normal humidity, the activation remains unnecessary.
[00063] If the specification states a component or feature "may", "can", "could", or "might" be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[00064] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of "a," "an," and "the" may include plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of "in" may include "in" and "on" unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[00065] It is to be appreciated by a person skilled in the art that while various embodiments of the present disclosure have been elaborated for a system and method for facilitating the prevention of swelling of wooden doors. However, the teachings of the present disclosure are also applicable for other types of applications as well, and all such embodiments are well within the scope of the present disclosure. However, the system and method for facilitating the prevention of swelling of wooden doors is also equally implementable in other industries as well, and all such embodiments are well within the scope of the present disclosure without any limitation.
[00066] Accordingly, the present disclosure is a system and method for preventing swelling in wooden doors.
[00067] Moreover, in interpreting the specification, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms "comprises" and "comprising" should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced. Where the specification claims refer to at least one of something selected from the group consisting of A, B, C….and N, the text should be interpreted as requiring only one element from the group, not A plus N, or B plus N, etc.
[00068] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the disclosure, other and further embodiments of the disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the disclosure is determined by the claims that follow. The disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the disclosure when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[00069] The present disclosure provides a system and method for preventing swelling in wooden doors.
[00070] The present disclosure provides a system and method that prevents wooden doors from swelling in high-humidity environments.
[00071] The present disclosure provides a system and method which integrates heating elements and moisture-absorbing agents into the door to provide localized, efficient moisture control.
[00072] The present disclosure provides a system and method which employs sensors to detect moisture and humidity levels for targeted activation of heating.
[00073] The present disclosure provides a system and method which is integrated into the door during manufacturing or can be retrofitted.
[00074] The present disclosure provides a system and method which employs control system and power supply that are discreetly positioned near the hinge side of the door, avoiding complex installation processes.
[00075] The present disclosure provides a system and method which integrates the heating elements and moisture-absorbing agents hidden within the door's structure to maintain the natural appearance and texture of the wooden door.
[00076] The present disclosure provides a system and method which is equipped with multiple safety features, including thermal cutoffs and insulation layers, to prevent overheating and ensure safe operation.
[00077] The present disclosure provides a system and method which continuously monitors the temperature and will automatically shut off the heating elements if they exceed a safe threshold.
[00078] The present disclosure provides a system and method in which heating elements actively eliminate moisture through evaporation, and the desiccants continuously absorb any residual moisture, ensuring a dry and stable environment for the wooden door.
[00079] The present disclosure provides a system and method which employs an insulating strip designed to accommodate door swelling by flexibly adjusting its shape and maintaining a flush fit within the door.
[00080] The present disclosure provides a system and method in which heating elements and moisture-absorbing agents are designed to function over long periods without frequent maintenance.
, Claims:1. A system (100) preventing swelling in wooden doors, the system (100) comprising:
an insulating strip (104) installed within a rabbet cut (202) along the perimeter of a wooden door (102), and the insulating strip (104) is configured to hold one or more heating elements (114) and one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116) employing a plurality of tube-like structures (106) integrated into the insulating strip (104), wherein the one or more heating elements (114) and the one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116) are fitted into a plurality of holes (204) carved on the edges of the wooden door (102) employing the plurality of tube-like structures (106); and
a control unit (110) coupled to the one or more heating elements (114) through an end side of the insulating strip (104), wherein the control unit (110) is configured to:
receive real-time data from one or more sensors (118) integrated into the vicinity of the hinge side of the wooden door (102), wherein the real-time data comprises any or a combination of a humidity level of the environment, a moisture level of the environment, and a moisture level of the wooden door (102);
activate the one or more heating elements (114) based on the real-time data received to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the wooden door (102) by employing the one or more heating elements (114) to provide moisture control in the wooden door (102); and
deactivate the one or more heating elements (114) once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the wooden door (102) and the one or more sensors (118) detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door (102), thereby preventing swelling in the wooden door (102).
2. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116) are configured to:
facilitate moisture absorption in the wooden door (102) to effectively control humidity levels by continuously absorbing the moisture in an open state of the wooden door (102) and a closed state of the wooden door (102),
wherein the one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116) are filled within the plurality of tube-like structures,
wherein the one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116) are a desiccant comprising at least one of a silica gel, and an activated alumina,
wherein the plurality of tube-like structures (106) filled with the one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116) are strategically positioned along a left edge of the wooden door (102) to provide localized and effective moisture control.
3. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the one or more heating elements (114) are positioned along a top edge and a bottom edge of the wooden door (102) to provide a localized heating to prevent moisture absorption and subsequent swelling of the wooden door (102),
wherein the one or more heating elements (114) are heated up to a predefined safe temperature once the one or more sensors (118) detect a rise in the humidity level and the moisture level,
wherein the one or more heating elements (114) are configured to remain inactive once the one or more sensors (118) detect the normal humidity level.
4. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of tube-like structures (106-2) employed to encase the one or more heating elements (114) are a flexible and a heat-resistant tube that withstand high temperatures and provides electrical insulation,
wherein the plurality of tube-like structures (106-2) is made from materials comprising at least one of a silicone rubber and a Kapton.
5. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the insulating strip (104) is configured to:
accommodate the swelling of the wooden door (102) by flexibly adjusting the shape of the insulating strip (104) and maintaining a flush fit within the rabbet cut (202).

6. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the normal moisture level pertains to the moisture level at which the wooden door (102) neither gains nor loses moisture once exposed to the environment,
wherein the excess moisture level pertains to the moisture level above the normal moisture level.
7. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system (100) comprising:
one or more safety features (122) coupled to the control unit (110), and the one or more safety features (122) are configured to prevent overheating of the one or more heating elements (114), wherein the one or more safety features (122) comprise any or a combination of a thermal cutoff, and an insulation layer; and
a temperature monitoring element (120) coupled to the control unit (110), and the temperature monitoring element (120) is configured to monitor that the one or more heating elements (114) maintain a constant temperature, preventing overheating and reducing the risk of fire and damage to the wooden door (102).
8. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the end side of the insulating strip (104) comprising:
one or more connectors (108) configured to connect to the control unit (110) and a power supply (112) to activate the system (100) once the wooden door (102) is closed by at least one user (124).
9. The system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the system (100) is configured to:
retrofit within the wooden door (102) employed in a building employing drilling of plurality of holes (204) without a prerequisite for extensive modification.
10. A method (300) for preventing swelling in wooden doors by a system (100), the method (300) comprising:
activating (302), by at least one user (124), the system (100) by closing a wooden door (102) installed with the system (100) to connect a control unit (110) and a power supply (112) to one or more connectors (108) coupled to an insulating strip (104);
receiving (304), by the control unit (110), real-time data from one or more sensors (118) integrated into the vicinity of the hinge side of the wooden door (102), wherein the real-time data comprises any or a combination of a humidity level of the environment, a moisture level of the environment, and a moisture level of the wooden door (102);
activating (306), by the control unit (110), one or more heating elements (114) integrated within the wooden door (102) based on the real-time data received to facilitate a targeted and a controlled heating of the wooden door (102) by employing the one or more heating elements (114) to provide moisture control in the wooden door (102);
deactivating (308), by the control unit (110), the one or more heating elements (114) once the heating eliminates an excess moisture level in the wooden door (102) and the one or more sensors (118) detect a normal moisture level in the wooden door (102); and
monitoring (310), the moisture level continuously by the control unit (110) by employing the one or more sensors (118) to maintain the normal moisture level in the wooden door (102) employing heating through the one or more heating elements (114) and absorbing the moisture employing one or more moisture-absorbing agents (116), thereby preventing swelling in the wooden door (102).

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