ADAPTABLE CABLE SPOOL MANAGEMENT DEVICE

Abstract

An adaptable cable spool management device, comprises a frame 1 positioned on a ground surface, a touch interactive display panel 2 accessed by the user to enter details, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 captures images of the vicinity of the frame 1, a motorized sliding unit 6 translates curved members 4, plurality of motorized rollers 5 rotates in predefined speed to wrap/unwrap the cable of the spool, plurality of motorized hinges tilts the member, a laser measurement sensor monitors distance between members 4.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an adaptable cable spool management device that is capable of assisting a user in wrapping and unwrapping the cable over the spool in an effective manner thereby eliminating time and efforts of the user while wrapping and unwrapping the cable.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] With the increasing reliance on technology and connectivity in modern society, the demand for effective cable management solutions has surged. Proper cable organization not only improves efficiency and productivity but also enhances safety and reduces the risk of accidents caused by tangled or disorganized cables. Traditional methods of cable storage, such as coiling cables manually or using makeshift racks or shelves, often lead to tangled wires, cluttered workspaces, and difficulties in locating specific cables when needed.

[0003] Although the traditional method of manually managing cable spoon has proven effective to some extent, but it comes with inherent limitations.They may not be compatible with all types or sizes of cables. Compatibility issues can arise if the device is not designed to accommodate the diameter, weight, or material composition of the cables being used, leading to inefficiencies or potential damage to the cables. Thus, there is a need to develop an innovative tool that provide a consistent way of managing cable spoon where traditional methods may fall short and to meet the evolving demands of modern requirements.

[0004] US20150187460A1 discloses a wire and cable management device is disclosed which facilitates the organization of multiple electrical instruments. The device comprises two connected shell-like halves that clamp onto the wire and cables which are oriented and separated within the device. Apertures in opposing sides of the device are aligned to permit easy orientation and identification of the cords as they enter and exit the device. The device optionally includes adhesive strips which can be used to adhere the device to a fixed surface (table, desk, etc.) to further assist in the orderly placement of wires and cables passing through the device.

[0005] US7651047B2 relates to an improved cable storage device. Stored cables may be of any type, form electrically conductive wires to curtain drawstrings. The cable management device includes first and second expanded regions, a medial region, and at least one channel with a resealable slit. The first and second expanded regions are respectively wider than the medial region. The at least one channel includes an opening on the first region, an opening on the medial region, and an internal cavity there between. The internal cavity may be intentionally exposed via a resealable slit to allow a cable to be routed between the openings. Upon release, slit automatically reseals, thereby reliably supporting the cable in the internal cavity. A second embodiment includes two such channels, one in each expanded region.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices exist that are capable of managing cable spoon however these devices fail in assisting the user in wrapping and unwrapping the cable over the spool in an automatic manner without requiring any manual efforts from user.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of assisting a user in wrapping and unwrapping the cable over the spool and further systematically performing the task of wrapping and unwrapping of the cable.

OBJECTS OF THE INVENTION

[0008] The principal object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0009] An object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of assisting the user in wrapping and unwrapping the cable over the spool.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of systematically performing the task of wrapping and unwrapping of the cable.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is reliable in nature.

[0012] The foregoing and other objects, features, and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon further review of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0013] The present invention relates to an adaptable cable spool management device that is capable of assisting the user in wrapping and unwrapping the cable over the spool in an effective manner thereby eliminating time and efforts of the user while wrapping and unwrapping the cable.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an adaptable cable spool management device comprises of a frame developed to be positioned on a ground surface, wherein the frame is arranged with a touch interactive display panel that is accessed by a user for providing input regarding an operation to be performed on a cable spool, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the frame and integrated with a processor to determine dimensions of a cable spool present in proximity to the frame, a pair of curved members are mounted on lateral sides of the frame by means of a motorized sliding unit that is actuated by an inbuilt microcontroller to translate the curved members towards/apart from each other in view of maintaining an appropriate distance in between the members in order to allow the user to mount the spool on the members.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of plurality of motorized rollers integrated in the members that are aligned in contact with the accommodated spool, the rollers to rotate in a pre-defined direction for allowing the accommodated spool to rotate in the direction in view of wrapping/unwrapping a cable coiled on the spool, in case the user-specified operation corresponds to wrapping/unwrapping of the cable, plurality of motorized hinges integrated in between the frame and members that are actuated by the microcontroller to tilt the members along the frame in view of allowing storage of the spool in a horizontal manner for allowing the user to accommodate more spools on the accommodated spool in order to stack multiple spools on the frame, in case the user-specified operation corresponds to stacking of spools, wherein a laser measurement sensor is integrated on the frame and synced with the imaging unit for monitoring distance in between the members, in accordance to which the microcontroller directs actuation of the sliding unit for maintaining the appropriate distance in between the members, wherein a battery is configured with the frame for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with the device.

[0016] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations might be possible that would fall within the scope of the present invention.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0017] These and other features, aspects, and advantages of the present invention will become better understood with regard to the following description, appended claims, and accompanying drawings where:
Figure 1 illustrates an isometric view of an adaptable cable spool management device.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0018] The following description includes the preferred best mode of one embodiment of the present invention. It will be clear from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to these illustrated embodiments but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be seen as illustrative and not limiting. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood, that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but, on the contrary, the invention is to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0019] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms "comprising," "comprises," and the like (which are synonymous with "including," "having" and "characterized by") may be replaced by the respective partially closed phrases "consisting essentially of," consists essentially of," and the like or the respective closed phrases "consisting of," "consists of, the like.

[0020] As used herein, the singular forms "a," "an," and "the" designate both the singular and the plural, unless expressly stated to designate the singular only.

[0021] The present invention relates to an adaptable cable spool management device that is capable of assisting a user in wrapping and unwrapping the cable over the spool in an effective manner thereby eliminating time and efforts of the user while wrapping and unwrapping the cable.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an adaptable cable spool management device is illustrated, comprising a frame 1 developed to be positioned on a ground surface, a touch interactive display panel 2 arranged on the frame 1, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 installed on the frame 1, a pair of curved members 4 are mounted on lateral sides of the frame 1, plurality of motorized rollers 5 integrated in the members 4, sliding unit 6.

[0023] The proposed device includes a frame 1 developed to be positioned on a ground surface, wherein the frame 1 is arranged with a touch interactive display panel 2 that is accessed by a user for providing input regarding an operation to be performed on a cable spool. The display panel 2 as mentioned herein is typically an LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) screen that presents output in a visible form. The screen is equipped with touch-sensitive protocol, allowing the user to interact directly with the display using their fingers. A touch controller IC (Integrated Circuit) is responsible for processing the analog signals generated when the user inputs details regarding an operation to be performed on a cable spool.

[0024] On the basis of the user given inputs, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 installed on the frame 1 multiple images in vicinity of the frame 1. The imaging unit 3 comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the vicinity of the frame 1, and the captured images are stored within memory of the imaging unit 3 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 3 also comprises of a processor that is encrypted with artificial intelligence protocols, such that the processor processes the optical data and extracts the required data from the captured images.

[0025] The extracted data is further converted into digital pulses and bits and are further transmitted to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received data and determines dimensions of a cable spool present in proximity to the frame 1. Upon determining the dimensions of the dimensions of the cable spool, the microcontroller actuates a motorized sliding unit 6 attached with a pair of curved members 4 are mounted on lateral sides of the frame 1.

[0026] The sliding unit 6 consists of a pair of sliding rails fabricated with grooves in which the wheel of a slider is positioned that is further connected with a bi-directional motor via a shaft. The microcontroller actuates the bi-directional motor to rotate in a clockwise and anti-clockwise direction that aids in the rotation of the shaft, wherein the shaft converts the electrical energy into rotational energy for allowing movement of the wheel to translate over the sliding rail by a firm grip on the grooves. The movement of the sliding unit 6 results in the translation of the curved member towards/apart from each other in view of maintaining an appropriate distance in between the members 4 in order to allow the user to mount the spool on the members 4.

[0027] Thereafter, the microcontroller actuates plurality of motorized rollers 5 integrated in the members 4 that are aligned in contact with the accommodated spool to rotate in a pre-defined direction. The roller comprises a disc coupled with a motor via a shaft wherein upon receiving the command from the microcontroller by the motor, the motor starts to rotate in clockwise or anti-clockwise direction in order to provide movement to the roller via the shaft. The roller thus provides direction in view of wrapping/unwrapping a cable coiled on the spool.

[0028] Simultaneously, in case the user-specified operation corresponds to stacking of spools the microcontroller actuates plurality of motorized hinges integrated in between the frame 1 and members 4 to tilt the members 4 along the frame 1. The hinges comprises of a pair of leaf that is screwed with the surfaces of the member. The leaf are connected with each other by means of a cylindrical member integrated with a shaft coupled with a DC (Direct Current) motor to provide required movement to the hinge. The rotation of the shaft in clockwise and anti-clockwise aids in opening and closing of the hinge respectively. Hence the microcontroller actuates the hinge that in turn provides movement to the member for allowing storage of the spool in a horizontal manner for allowing the user to accommodate more spools on the accommodated spool in order to stack multiple spools on the frame 1.

[0029] In addition, a laser sensor is installed on the frame 1 and synced with the imaging unit 3 monitors the distance in between the members 4. The laser sensor consists of an emitter and receiver, and works on the principle of measuring the time delay between the laser beam to travel to the members 4 and back. The laser sensor emits a light towards the surface of members 4 and when the laser beam hits the surface of the member, the beam reflects back towards the receiver of the sensor. Upon detection of reflected beam by the sensor, the sensor precisely measures the time taken for the laser beam to travel to and back from the surface of the member. The sensor then calculates the distance in between the members 4 and the calculated distance is then converted into electrical signal, in the form of current, and send to a microcontroller. Upon receiving the signals, the microcontroller actuates sliding unit 6 for maintaining the appropriate distance in between the member.

[0030] A battery is associated with the device to supply power to electrically powered components which are employed herein. The battery is comprised of a pair of electrodes named as a cathode and an anode. The battery uses a chemical reaction of oxidation/reduction to do work on charge and produce a voltage between their anode and cathode and thus produces electrical energy that is used to do work in the device.

[0031] The proposed device works the best in the following manner, where the frame 1 is positioned on the ground surface and arranged with the touch interactive display panel 2 that is accessed by the user for providing input regarding the operation to be performed on the cable spool. Now the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 captures multiple images in vicinity of the frame 1 and based on the captured images the microcontroller determines the dimensions of the cable spool present in proximity to the frame 1. Further motorized sliding unit 6 translate the curved members 4 towards/apart from each other in view of maintaining the appropriate distance in between the members 4 in order to allow the user to mount the spool on the members 4. Thereafter the plurality of motorized rollers 5 rotates in the pre-defined direction for allowing the accommodated spool to rotate in the direction in view of wrapping/unwrapping the cable coiled on the spool, in case the user-specified operation corresponds to wrapping/unwrapping of the cable. Now the plurality of motorized hinges tilt the members 4 along the frame 1 in view of allowing storage of the spool in the horizontal manner for allowing the user to accommodate more spools on the accommodated spool in order to stack multiple spools on the frame 1.

[0032] Although the field of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not meant to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternate embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to persons skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) An adaptable cable spool management device, comprising:

i) a frame 1 developed to be positioned on a ground surface, wherein said frame 1 is arranged with a touch interactive display panel 2 that is accessed by a user for providing input regarding an operation to be performed on a cable spool;
ii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 installed on said frame 1 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images in vicinity of said frame 1, respectively to determine dimensions of a cable spool present in proximity to said frame 1;
iii) a pair of curved members 4 are mounted on lateral sides of said frame 1 by means of a motorized sliding unit 6 that is actuated by an inbuilt microcontroller to translate said curved members 4 towards/apart from each other in view of maintaining an appropriate distance in between said members 4 in order to allow said user to mount said spool on said members 4;
iv) plurality of motorized rollers 5 integrated in said members 4 that are aligned in contact with said accommodated spool, wherein said microcontroller actuates said rollers 5 to rotate in a pre-defined direction for allowing said accommodated spool to rotate in said direction in view of wrapping/unwrapping a cable coiled on said spool, in case said user-specified operation corresponds to wrapping/unwrapping of said cable; and
v) plurality of motorized hinges integrated in between said frame 1 and members 4 that are actuated by said microcontroller to tilt said members 4 along said frame 1 in view of allowing storage of said spool in a horizontal manner for allowing said user to accommodate more spools on said accommodated spool in order to stack multiple spools on said frame 1, in case said user-specified operation corresponds to stacking of spools.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a laser measurement sensor is integrated on said frame 1 and synced with said imaging unit 3 for monitoring distance in between said members 4, in accordance to which said microcontroller directs actuation of said sliding unit 6 for maintaining said appropriate distance in between said members 4.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is configured with said frame 1 for providing a continuous power supply to electronically powered components associated with said device.

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