ADJUSTABLE SLIDING WINDOW LOCKING DEVICE

Abstract

An adjustable sliding window locking device, comprises of a body 1 developed to be installed on vertical rail of a window panel present inside an enclosure, plurality of suction units 2 for affixing the over bottom portion of the vertical rail of the window, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 for capturing and processing multiple images of surroundings, a drawer arrangement 4 to modulate shape of the body 1 in view of accommodating the body 1, a U-shaped member 5 attached with the body 1 via a supporting link 6 initially in stowed position in proximity to sil of the window panel, a stepper motor to rotate for deploying the member 5 over bottom horizontal rail of the window panel in order to halt movement of the window glass, a vacuum based cleaning unit 7 for cleaning the dust particles, a receptacle 8 for storing dust particles.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an adjustable sliding window locking device that is capable of precisely effectively locking sliding window in an automated manner, thus prevent chances of collision of the window. Additionally, the proposed device is also capable of to halt movement of the window glass, thereby facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Users generally use sliding windows in homes and buildings because they are easy to open and close by sliding them sideways. They provide good ventilation and are easy to operate, especially in areas where space is limited or where traditional swinging windows might not be suitable. Additionally, sliding windows come in various sizes and styles, fitting them to different architectural designs and preferences.

[0003] Traditional some ways were used by the people for sliding windows. However, these sliding windows may not provide as tight of a seal as other types of windows, which may lead to drafts and energy loss. Moreover, sliding windows may sometimes be difficult to clean, especially the exterior surfaces that are harder to reach. Additionally, the tracks or rollers on which the windows slide get dirty or damaged over time, causing the windows to stick or become difficult to open and close. This may be frustrating for users and may require maintenance or repairs.

[0004] CN203462861U includes an invention that is a kind of the utility model provides a sliding window locking device. The sliding window locking device comprises an inner sliding window and an outer sliding window, wherein a lock pin holder is arranged in the middle of the side wall of the outer sliding window, a bolt which is matched with the lock pin holder is arranged in the middle of the side wall of the inner sliding window, a through hole through which the bolt penetrates is formed in the lock pin holder, and a locking device which is matched with the lock pin holder is arranged on the bolt. The sliding window locking device has the advantages that the structure is simple and damage cannot be easily caused, the sliding window can be safely locked through the fitting of the lock pin holder and the bolt, and glass cannot be scratched when the sliding window is in an open state; meanwhile, the lock pin holder and the bolt do not have sharp edges or corners and cannot scratch the fingers of a person.

[0005] CN215565184U discloses about an invention that is a kind of the utility model discloses a sliding window locking device, belongs to the technical field of structural design and manufacturing of house sliding windows, and is applied to locking of a whole window with a fixed window sash and a sliding window sash structure. The device comprises a fixed window frame, a sliding window edge, a fixed plug, a movable slot, a slideway, a lock plate, a lock cylinder and a lock wrench. The sliding window is characterized in that a boss for embedding and sealing the sliding window sash is arranged on the fixed window frame, and a fixed plug is fixed on the boss; a fixed slideway and a movable slot are arranged in the sliding window edge; one end of the lock plate is connected into the lock cylinder, the other end of the lock plate extends to the position between the two sliding plates of the movable inserting groove, the lock plate can push the movable inserting groove to slide up and down in the sliding way by rotating the lock wrench, and the movable inserting groove and the fixed inserting head are locked or separated. The device is convenient to open and close, compact in structure and tight in window closing, and can be matched with a corresponding lock, so that the safety performance is guaranteed.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices have been developed for adjustable sliding window locking. However, these devices are incapable of securely locking the sliding window in an automated manner, thereby increasing the risk of window collision. In addition, theses existing device are inefficient in halting the movement of the window glass, thereby fails to facilitate in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that precisely and effectively locks sliding window in an automated manner, thus preventing the chances of window collision. Additionally, the device halts the movement of the window glass, thus facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

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 precisely effectively locking sliding window in an automated manner, thus prevent chances of collision of the window.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of to halt movement of the window glass, thereby facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

[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 adjustable sliding window locking device that is capable of precisely and effectively locks sliding window in an automated manner, thus preventing the chances of window collision. Additionally, the device halts the movement of the window glass, thus facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an adjustable sliding window locking device comprises of a body developed to be installed on vertical rail of a window panel present inside an enclosure, plurality of suction units are configured on outer peripheral portion of body for affixing the over bottom portion of the vertical rail of the window, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the body to detect dimensions of the vertical rail, a drawer arrangement integrated within the body to modulate shape of the body in view of accommodating the body securely within the vertical rail, an ultrasonic sensor integrated on the body for monitoring distance of a window glass with respect to the body and a velocity sensor is integrated on the body for monitoring velocity of the window glass based on combined signals of both sensors the microcontroller evaluates probability of collision of the window with the body.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises of a U-shaped member attached with the body via a supporting link initially in stowed position in proximity to sil of the window panel, a stepper motor coupled with the member that is actuated by the microcontroller to rotate for deploying the member over bottom horizontal rail of the window panel to halt movement of the window glass, a dust sensor installed on the body for detecting the presence of dust particles in vicinity to the body and within the rails, a vacuum based cleaning unit installed on the body for cleaning the dust particles and a battery is associated with the device for powering up electrical and electronically operated 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 adjustable sliding window locking 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 adjustable sliding window locking device that is capable of precisely and effectively locks sliding window in an automated manner, thus preventing the chances of window collision. Additionally, the device halts the movement of the window glass, thus facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, an isometric view of an adjustable sliding window locking device illustrated, comprising a body 1 developed to be installed on vertical rail of a window panel present inside an enclosure, plurality of suction units 2 are configured on outer peripheral portion of body 1, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 installed on the body 1, a drawer arrangement 4 integrated within the body 1, a U-shaped member 5 attached with the body 1 via a supporting link 6, a vacuum based cleaning unit 7 installed on the body 1, a receptacle 8 integrated with the cleaning unit 7.

[0023] The proposed device includes a body 1 developed to be installed on vertical rail of a window panel present inside an enclosure. The body 1 as disclosed herein is made up of any material selected from but not limited to metallic material alike utilize to position over a fixed surface. Further, plurality of suction units 2 are configured on outer peripheral portion of body 1 for affixing the over bottom portion of the vertical rail of the window. The plurality of suction units 2 create partial vacuum within the units upon pressing over the surface by squeezing out air from the units due to a negative pressure is generated inside suction area. Herein, atmospheric pressure outside the units presses down low-pressure area inside the units to generate suction for affixing the over bottom portion of the vertical rail of the window.

[0024] An artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 is installed on the body 1 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of surroundings. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 is equipped with AI (Artificial Intelligent) protocols encrypted in the microcontroller are used to process and analyses the images captured by the camera enabling it to perform various tasks beyond traditional image capturing. The AI analysis is performed locally on the camera itself and the real-time processing on the camera enables immediate responses and faster decision-making.

[0025] The camera, herein captures images of the surroundings with the help of specialized lenses designed to capture high-quality visuals. The captured data is now pre-processed via the processor to enhance its quality and prepare it for AI analysis. This pre-processing involves tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, or color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis which utilizes machine learning techniques, such as deep learning neural networks, to extract meaningful information present in the images. Based on extraction of the data from the captured images, the microcontroller detect dimensions of the vertical rail. Based on detected dimensions of the vertical rail the microcontroller actuates a drawer arrangement 4 integrated within the body 1 to modulate shape of the body 1 in view of accommodating the body 1 securely within the vertical rail.

[0026] The drawer arrangement 4 integrated within the body 1 to modulate shape of the body 1 in view of accommodating the body 1 securely within the vertical rail. The drawer arrangement 4 comprises of a carriage assembly and a DC (direct current) motor that works in collaboration to extend and retract the platform. The carriage assembly fitted with two rails that are used for sliding the block up and down. The block opening located at the end of the rail and have two clips that are used to secure the ring with the barrel. To extend the drawer, the drawer is pushed to open and the carriage assembly slide outward. This creates an opening to allow extension and retraction in order to body 1 to modulate shape of the body 1 in view of accommodating the body 1 securely within the vertical rail.

[0027] Furthermore, an ultrasonic sensor integrated on the body 1 and synced with the imaging unit 3 for monitoring distance of a window glass with respect to the body 1. The ultrasonic sensor works by emitting ultrasonic waves and then measuring the time taken by these waves to bounce back after hitting the surface of the window glass with respect to the body 1. The ultrasonic sensor includes two main parts viz. transmitter, and a receiver. The transmitter sends a short ultrasonic pulse towards the surface of window glass with respect to the body 1 which propagates through the air at the speed of sound and reflects back as an echo to the transmitter as the pulse hits the window glass with respect to the body 1. The transmitter then detects the reflected eco from the surface of the window glass and calculations is performed by the sensor based on the time interval between the sending signal and receiving echo to determine the distance of the window glass with respect to the body 1. The determined data is sent to the microcontroller in a signal form, based on which the microcontroller further process the signal to distance of a window glass with respect to the body 1.

[0028] Consequently, velocity sensor is integrated on the body 1 for monitoring velocity of the window glass. The velocity sensor comprises of a spring which is activated by the microcontroller to produce magnetic field in a coil of the spring due to which the coil moves in the presence of magnetic field. After that the sensor calibrates that movement into a voltage which is proportional to the vibration. The vibration is further converted into velocity of the window glass. Based on combined signals of both sensors the microcontroller evaluates probability of collision of the window with the body 1.

[0029] Furthermore, a U-shaped member 5 attached with the body 1 via a supporting link 6, initially in stowed position in proximity to sil of the window panel. Followed by actuation of a stepper motor coupled with the member 5 that is actuated by the microcontroller to rotate for deploying the member 5 over bottom horizontal rail of the window panel in order to halt movement of the window glass. The basic working principle of the stepper motor is energizing one or more of the stator phases, a magnetic field is generated by the current flowing in the coil and the rotor aligns with this field that facilitates to rotate for deploying the member 5 over bottom horizontal rail of the window panel in order to halt movement of the window glass, thereby facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user.

[0030] Moreover, a dust sensor installed on the body 1 for detecting the presence of dust particles in vicinity to the body 1 and within the rails. The dust sensor used herein is based on an optical sensing method to detect dust. The dust sensor consists of a photo sensor and an infrared light-emitting diode (IR LED). The IR- LED emits the IR rays on the in vicinity to the body 1 and the photo-sensor receive the reflected IR LED rays from the in vicinity to the body 1. The reflected rays are processed by the microcontroller to detect the presence of the dust in vicinity to the body 1. Based on the detected dust, the microcontroller actuates a vacuum based cleaning unit 7 installed on the body 1 for cleaning the dust particles.

[0031] The vacuum based cleaning unit 7 installed on the body 1 for cleaning the dust particles that are further stored inside a receptacle 8 integrated with the cleaning unit 7. The vacuum based cleaning unit 7 herein disclosed is works on the principle of flow of air from area of high pressure to area of low pressure. An electric motor is attached to a fan that spins the fan at high velocities. The fast-spinning fan creates a region of low pressure inside the cleaning unit 7. Air, along with dust particles sucked into the receptacle 8 because of the pressure difference between the exterior and the interior of the vacuum based cleaning unit 7 and thus storing the dust particles within the receptacle 8 thereby cleaning the dust particles in vicinity to the body 1 and within the rails.

[0032] Lastly, a battery (not shown in figure) is associated with the device to offer power to all electrical and electronic components necessary for their correct operation. The battery is linked to the microcontroller and provides (DC) Direct Current to the microcontroller. And then, based on the order of operations, the microcontroller sends that current to those specific electrical or electronic components so they effectively carry out their appropriate functions.

[0033] The proposed device works best in the following manner, where the body 1 as disclosed in the present invention is developed to be installed on vertical rail of a window panel present inside an enclosure, herein plurality of suction units 2 that affix the over bottom portion of the vertical rail of the window. Further, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 that captures and processes multiple images of surroundings in order to detect dimensions of the vertical rail, in accordance to which an inbuilt microcontroller actuates a drawer arrangement 4 that modulates shape of the body 1 in view of accommodating the body 1 securely within the vertical rail. Afterwards, the ultrasonic sensor monitors distance of the window glass with respect to the body 1. Moreover, the velocity sensor monitors velocity of the window glass. Based on combined signals of both sensors the microcontroller evaluates probability of collision of the window with the body 1. further, the U-shaped member 5 attached with the body 1 via a supporting link 6, initially in stowed position in proximity to sil of the window panel, herein the microcontroller actuates a stepper motor coupled with the member 5 for deploying the member 5 over bottom horizontal rail of the window panel in order to halt movement of the window glass, thereby facilitating in partial opening of the window glass as required by the user. Moreover, the dust sensor detect the presence of dust particles in vicinity to the body 1 and within the rails. Based on which the microcontroller actuates the vacuum based cleaning unit 7 for cleaning the dust particles that are further stored inside a receptacle 8 integrated with the cleaning unit 7.

[0034] 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 individuals skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. , Claims:1) An adjustable sliding window locking device, comprising:

i) a body 1 developed to be installed on vertical rail of a window panel present inside an enclosure, wherein plurality of suction units 2 are configured on outer peripheral portion of body 1 for affixing said over bottom portion of said vertical rail of said window;
ii) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 3 installed on said body 1 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of surroundings, respectively, to detect dimensions of said vertical rail, in accordance to which an inbuilt microcontroller actuates a drawer arrangement 4 integrated within said body 1 to modulate shape of said body 1 in view of accommodating said body 1 securely within said vertical rail;
iii) an ultrasonic sensor integrated on said body 1 and synced with said imaging unit 3 for monitoring distance of a window glass with respect to said body 1, wherein a velocity sensor is integrated on said body 1 for monitoring velocity of said window glass based on combined signals of both sensors said microcontroller evaluates probability of collision of said window with said body 1;
iv) a U-shaped member 5 attached with said body 1 via a supporting link 6, initially in stowed position in proximity to sil of said window panel, wherein said microcontroller actuates a stepper motor coupled with said member 5 that is actuated by said microcontroller to rotate for deploying said member 5 over bottom horizontal rail of said window panel in order to halt movement of said window glass, thereby facilitating in partial opening of said window glass as required by said user; and
v) a dust sensor installed on said body 1 for detecting said presence of dust particles in vicinity to said body 1 and within said rails, wherein based on which said microcontroller actuates a vacuum based cleaning unit 7 installed on said body 1 for cleaning said dust particles that are further stored inside a receptacle 8 integrated with said cleaning unit 7.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a battery is associated with said device for powering up electrical and electronically operated components associated with said device.

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