AUTOMATED BOULDERS/ ROCKS CRUSHING AND SORTING DEVICE

Abstract

An automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device, comprises of a housing 101 configured with plurality of motorized wheels 102 for maneuvering the housing 101, an ultrasonic sensor detect level of the ground surface, a telescopic bar 103 configured between each of the wheels 102 and housing 101 for positioning the housing 101 at an optimum height, a pair of telescopically operated rod 106 positioning a pair of motorized rollers, an inductive capacitive sensor detect presence of metals, plurality of electromagnets configured on the hopper 108 for removing the metal, a pair of inclined plates 201 configured within the housing 101 carved with multiple pneumatic pins 202 for receiving the boulders/rocks, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 203 detect dimensions of the boulders/rocks, a scotch yoke mechanism configured with the housing 101 for crushing the boulders/rocks, multiple cavities integrated with motorized iris lids for storing the crushed boulder/ rocks.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to an automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device that is capable of crushing and sorting boulders/ rocks in a self-sufficient manner without any requirement of skilled labors in least time consumption. In addition, the device is capable of detecting dimensions of the boulders/ rocks in view of facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks accordingly apply pressure in order to effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] In mining and quarrying operations, large boulders or rocks are often encountered during excavation. These boulders or rocks need to be broken down into smaller pieces to extract valuable minerals or to produce construction aggregates. Crushing tools such as crushers or rock breakers are used to reduce the size of boulders and rocks into smaller fragments. Crushers utilize mechanical force to break down the rocks by applying pressure or impact.

[0003] Traditionally, manual methods such as using hammers or mallets were employed to crush rocks and boulders into smaller pieces. Workers used to strike the rocks repeatedly until they were broken down to a manageable size. While effective for smaller-scale operations, this method was labor-intensive and time-consuming. Another traditional method involved using a mortar and pestle, typically made of stone or wood. Rocks or boulders would be placed in the mortar, and workers would use the pestle to grind and crush them into smaller fragments.

[0004] CN211651403U discloses utility model belongs to the technical field of blasting construction, and discloses a plateau area large boulder static blasting device which is provided with a vertical blast hole, a heat preservation felt, a horizontal blast hole and a charging steel pipe inserted into the horizontal blast hole. The static blasting key technical problems that the blasting efficiency is low and even an expected boulder cracking effect cannot be obtained due to special weather conditions in plateau areas are well solved. Under the adverse air temperature conditions that the day and night temperature difference is large and the air temperature is rapidly reduced at night, the sufficient hydration reaction of the cracking agent in the blast hole and the stable increase of the expansion pressure can still be realized, so that the static blasting efficiency and the rock mass cracking effect of boulders are ensured; according to the method, the direction of the fracture surface of the rock mass can be well controlled, and the isolated rock mass needing to be reserved can be well protected in the static blasting process and is prevented from being obviously burst and damaged; and the particle size of the fractured rock mass after large boulder static blasting disintegration can be effectively controlled, so that secondary utilization of the fractured rock mass is facilitated. Though CN'403 relates to static blasting device for large boulders in plateau areas, however the device lacks in detecting dimensions of the boulders/ rocks for facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks by applying pressure accordingly in order to effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0005] US3959897A discloses a cutter head, or excavating bucket; having a forward edge formed for penetrating earth formations, and which may be in the form of teeth; for earth working operations, especially for dredging operations, and the like, and having a vibrator mechanism associated therewith for enhancing the penetrating action of the forward edge of the cutter into an earth formation. Associated with the cutter is a crushing structure which crushes large boulders taken by the cutter down to smaller sizes. The material taken by the cutter, including the crushed boulders, can be removed from the cutter and crusher by water which is drawn therethrough with the material being delivered to a refuse place or to a further processing station. Though US'897 relates to combination vibrating cutter head and crusher, however the device lacks in detecting dimensions of the boulders/ rocks for facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks by applying pressure accordingly in order to effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices many devices many devices have been developed in order to blasts boulders/rocks, however the devices mentioned in the prior arts have limitations pertaining to effectively crushing and sorting the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of determining dimensions of boulders/ rocks, thereby crushing and sorting the boulders/rocks into smaller pieces effectively.

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 crushing and sorting boulders/ rocks in a self-sufficient manner without any requirement of skilled labors in least time consumption.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of detecting dimensions of the boulders/ rocks in view of facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks accordingly apply pressure in order to effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is capable of storing crushed pieces of the boulders/ rocks.

[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 automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device that is capable of crushing and sorting boulders/ rocks in an automatic manner without any requirement of skilled labors in least time consumption. In addition, the device is capable of detecting dimensions of the boulders/ rocks for facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks accordingly apply pressure in order to effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, an automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device comprises of a housing developed to be positioned on a ground surface and configured with plurality of motorized wheels for maneuvering the housing over the surface, wherein an ultrasonic sensor is embedded with the housing to detect level of the ground surface, based on which the microcontroller actuates a telescopic bar configured between each of the wheels and housing for positioning the housing at an optimum height from the surface, the microcontroller is wirelessly linked with the computing unit via a communication module which includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module, a pair of motorized rollers arranged installed on the platform, each by means of a pair of telescopically operated rod that are actuated by the microcontroller to extend for positioning the roller at a required height for orientating a conveyor belt coupled with the rollers at an inclined angle with respect to the housing and the conveyor belt is accessed by a user for accommodating boulders/ rocks, wherein a hopper is configured with upper portion of the housing for receiving the boulders/ rocks, an inductive capacitive sensor positioned on each of the hopper to detect presence of metals with the boulders/ rocks, and in case any metal is detected the microcontroller energizes plurality of electromagnets configured on the hopper to activate for removing the metal, and synchronously the microcontroller sends an alert on a computing unit accessed by the user to notify the user to take out the metal from hopper in view of preventing any chances of mechanical damage of the device, a pair of inclined plates configured within the housing and carved with multiple pneumatic pins for receiving the boulders/ rocks, arranged in a manner to form a V-shaped structure, and an artificial intelligence based imaging unit is configured with the housing and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of inner portion of the housing, respectively to detect dimensions of the accumulated boulders/ rocks, based on which the microcontroller actuates the pins to extend for facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed invention further comprises of a scotch yoke mechanism is configured between one of the plate and inner wall of the housing in a manner rotatory motion of crank configured with the scotch yoke mechanism is converted into linear motion in a reciprocatory manner, which is imparted to the plate via a sliding yoke configured within the mechanism, and the linear motion is utilized in vibratory motion of the plate and pins, for providing a smooth and predictable motion for crushing the accommodated boulders/ rocks into multiple smaller pieces, a tactile sensor is positioned on the pins for detecting hardness of the boulders/ rocks, in accordance to which the microcontroller decodes a pressure to be applied by the members on the boulders/ rocks, a pressure sensor is configured with each of the pins for detecting pressure applied by the pins on the boulders/ rocks, and in case the detected pressure mismatches the decoded pressure, the microcontroller regulates operation of the scotch yoke mechanism for maintaining the pressure, thus effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces, an ultrasonic sensor is positioned on a body for monitoring dimensions of the crushed pieces of boulder/ rock and in accordance to which the microcontroller regulates opening of the lids, a cuboidal body configured underneath the structure, wherein plurality of cavities of varying diameters are fabricated on the body, each integrated with a motorized iris lid, wherein based on the size of boulder/rocks pieces crushes by the structure, the microcontroller actuates a lid of a particular cavity having a diameter corresponding to the determined size of boulder/ rock pieces to get opened up, thereby storing the pieces into multiple boxes configured with each of the lids for storing the crushed boulder/ rocks 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 a perspective view of an automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device; and
Figure 2 illustrates an internal view of a housing associated with the proposed invention.

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 automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device that is capable of crushing and sorting boulders/ rocks in an automatic manner without any requirement of skilled labors in least time consumption. In addition, the device is capable of detecting dimensions of the boulders/ rocks for facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks accordingly apply pressure in order to effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, a perspective view of an automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device is illustrated comprises of a housing 101 configured with plurality of motorized wheels 102, a telescopic bar 103 configured between each of the wheels 102 and housing 101, a pair of motorized rollers 104 arranged installed on a platform 105, each by means of a pair of telescopically operated rod 106 for orientating a conveyor belt 107 coupled with the rollers, a hopper 108 configured with upper portion of the housing 101.

[0023] Referring to Figure 2, an internal view of a housing associated with the proposed device is illustrated, comprising a pair of inclined plates 201 configured within the housing 101 and carved with multiple pneumatic pins 202 arranged in a manner to form a V-shaped structure, an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 203 configured with the housing 101, a cuboidal body 204 configured underneath the structure, plurality of cavities of varying diameters are fabricated on the body, each integrated with a motorized iris lid 205.

[0024] The proposed invention includes a housing 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface. The housing 101 is configured with plurality of motorized wheels 102 (ranging in between from 4 to 6 in numbers) for maneuvering the housing 101 over the surface. Further, the housing 101 is embedded with an ultrasonic sensor that is activated by a linked microcontroller to detect level of the ground surface.

[0025] The ultrasonic sensor disclosed herein, consists of an emitter and a receiver that acts as a transducer. On activation of ultrasonic sensor by the microcontroller, the emitter emits ultrasonic sound waves towards the ground surface. Further, the radiation strike to the ground surface and reflect back which are captured by the receiver. The signal is sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received signal from the ultrasonic sensor and on the basis of time lapse in between the sent and received radiations, the microcontroller detects level of the ground surface.

[0026] The microcontroller, mentioned herein, is preferably an Arduino microcontroller. The Arduino microcontroller used herein controls the overall functionality of the components linked to it. The Arduino microcontroller is an open-source programming platform.

[0027] The microcontroller is wirelessly linked with the computing unit via a communication module which includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module.

[0028] Post detection of the level of the ground surface, the microcontroller actuates a telescopic bar 103 configured between each of the wheels 102 and housing 101 for positioning the housing 101 at an optimum height from the surface. The bar 103 is powered by a pneumatic unit.

[0029] The pneumatic unit (not shown in figure) includes an air compressor, air cylinders, air valves and piston which works in collaboration to aid in extension and retraction of the bar. The air valve allows entry/exit of compressed air from the compressor. Furthermore, the valve opens and the compressed air enters inside the cylinder thereby increasing the air pressure of the cylinder. The piston is connected to the bar 103 and due to the increase in the air pressure, the piston extends. For the retraction of the piston, air is released from the cylinder to the air compressor via the valve. Thus, providing the required extension/retraction of the bar, for positioning the housing 101 at an optimum height from the surface.

[0030] Further, a pair of motorized rollers 104 are installed on the platform. Each pair of rollers 104 are connected with the platform 105 by means of a pair of telescopically operated rods that are actuated by the microcontroller to extend for positioning the roller at a required height.

[0031] The rods are powered by the pneumatic unit and works similar to the working of the bar 103 as mentioned above, in order to position the rollers 104 at the required height for orientating a conveyor belt 107 coupled with the rollers 104 at an inclined angle with respect to the housing 101. Thereafter, the user accesses the conveyor belt 107 for accommodating boulders/ rocks.

[0032] Further, the upper portion of the housing 101 is configured with a hopper 108 for receiving the boulders/ rocks. Then, the microcontroller activates an inductive capacitive sensor positioned on each of the hopper 108 to detect presence of metals with the boulders/ rocks. Now, in case any metal is detected, the microcontroller energizes plurality of electromagnets configured on the hopper 108 to activate for removing the metal.

[0033] The electromagnets consist of wire wound into a coil and a current through the wire creates a magnetic field which is concentrated in the hole, denoting the center of the coil. The magnetic field disappears when the current is turned off. The wire turns are wound around a magnetic core made from a ferromagnetic or ferromagnetic material such as iron; the magnetic core concentrates the magnetic flux and makes a more powerful magnet

[0034] Synchronously to the removal of the metal, the microcontroller sends an alert on a computing unit accessed by the user to notify the user to take out the metal from hopper 108 in view of preventing any chances of mechanical damage of the device.

[0035] Furthermore, a pair of inclined plates 201 are configured within the housing 101 and carved with multiple pneumatic pins 202 (ranging in between from 5 to 8 in numbers) for receiving the boulders/ rocks. The pins 202 are arranged in such a manner that forms a V-shaped structure. The pins 202 are powered by the pneumatic unit and works similar to the working of the bar 103 as mentioned above.

[0036] Then, the microcontroller activates an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 203 configured with the housing 101 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of inner portion of the housing 101, respectively. The artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 203 comprises of a processor that is encrypted with an artificial intelligence protocol and a camera which upon actuation captures multiple images of inner portion of the housing 101 for detecting dimensions of the accumulated boulders/ rocks.

[0037] The camera of the imaging unit 203 comprised of a lens and a digital camera sensor of the imaging unit, wherein the camera lens takes all the light rays rebounding around and utilizes the lenses to transmit them to a single point for creating a sharp image. When all of those light rays rebound back and meet together on the digital camera sensor, creates a digital image and the processor performs various operations like pre-processing, feature extraction and classification which are then transmitted to the microcontroller for further processing.

[0038] The microcontroller processes the received signal from the imaging unit 203 in order to detect dimensions of the accumulated boulders/ rocks. Then, based upon the detected dimensions of the accumulated boulders/ rocks, the microcontroller actuates the pins 202 to extend in view of facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks.

[0039] Further, a scotch yoke mechanism is configured between one of the plate and inner wall of the housing 101 in such a manner that rotatory motion of crank configured with the scotch yoke mechanism is converted into linear motion in a reciprocatory manner, consequently imparted to the plate via a sliding yoke configured within the mechanism. Further, the linear motion is utilized in vibratory motion of the plate and pins 202 in view of providing a smooth and predictable motion for crushing the accommodated boulders/ rocks into multiple smaller pieces.

[0040] The scotch yoke mechanism is kind of an arrangement which converts the rotation motion into a linear motion. The arrangement comprises of a rotating disc consisting a pin, and an extendable yoke with a slot. The pin is engaged within the slot of the yoke. After getting actuation command from the microcontroller the disc rotates by means of a motor continuously in such a manner that continuous rotation of the disc results in translation of yoke in to and fro manner for crushing the accommodated boulders/ rocks into multiple smaller pieces.

[0041] Now, the microcontroller activates a tactile sensor positioned on the pins 202 for detecting hardness of the boulders/ rocks. The tactile sensor detects the hardness of the boulders/ rocks. by measuring the force of contact between the sensor and the boulders/ rocks. The sensor is typically a small, flat component that is placed against the boulders/ rocks and then pressed down. As the force of contact increases, the sensor measures the amount of pressure being applied and sends a signal to the microcontroller. The microcontroller then interprets the signal and determines the hardness of the boulders/ rocks. Then, in accordance to the detected hardness of the boulders/ rocks, the microcontroller decodes a pressure to be applied by the members on the boulders/ rocks.

[0042] Furthermore, the microcontroller activates a pressure sensor is configured with each of the pins 202 for detecting pressure applied by the pins 202 on the boulders/ rocks. The pressure sensor comprises of a sensing element known as diaphragm that experiences a force exerted by the pins. This force leads to deflection in the diaphragm that is measured and converted into an electrical signal which is sent to the microcontroller for detecting pressure applied by the pins 202 on the boulders/ rocks.

[0043] Now, the microcontroller compares the detected pressure with a threshold pressure pre-fed in a linked database. Then, in case the detected pressure mismatches the decoded pressure, the microcontroller regulates operation of the scotch yoke mechanism for maintaining the pressure, thus effectively crushing the boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

[0044] Further, a cuboidal body 204 is configured underneath the structure. Moreover, plurality of cavities of varying diameters are fabricated on the body 204 and each of cavities are integrated with a motorized iris lid, according to the size of boulder/rocks pieces crushes by the structure.

[0045] Then, the microcontroller activates a lid 205 of a particular cavity having a diameter corresponding to the determined size of boulder/ rock pieces to get opened up, thereby storing the pieces into multiple boxes configured with each of the lids for storing the crushed boulder/ rocks.

[0046] The motorized iris lid, mentioned herein, consists of a ring in bottom configured with multiple slots along periphery, multiple number of blades and blade actuating ring on the top. The blades are pivotally jointed with blade actuating ring and the base plate are hooked over the blade. The blade actuating ring is rotated clock and antilock wise by a DC motor embedded in ball actuating ring which results in opening of the hole for storing the crushed boulder/ rocks.

[0047] Moreover, the microcontroller activates an ultrasonic sensor that is positioned on a body 204 for monitoring dimensions of the crushed pieces of boulder/ rock. The ultrasonic sensor disclosed herein, consists of an emitter and a receiver that acts as a transducer. On activation of ultrasonic sensor by the microcontroller, the emitter emits ultrasonic sound waves towards crushed pieces of boulder/ rock. Further, the radiation strike to the crushed pieces of boulder/ rock and reflect back which are captured by the receiver. The signal is sent to the microcontroller. The microcontroller processes the received signal from the ultrasonic sensor and on the basis of time lapse in between the sent and received radiations, the microcontroller monitors dimensions of the crushed pieces of boulder/ rock, accordingly the microcontroller regulates opening of the lids.

[0048] A battery (not shown in figure) 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.

[0049] The present invention works best in the following manner, the housing 101 developed to be positioned on the ground surface and configured with plurality of motorized wheels 102 for maneuvering the housing 101 over the surface. Now, the ultrasonic sensor detects level of the ground surface, accordingly the microcontroller actuates the telescopic bar 103 for positioning the housing 101 at the optimum height from the surface. Then, the pair of telescopically operated rods are actuated by the microcontroller to extend for positioning the roller at the required height for orientating the conveyor belt 107 coupled with the rollers 104 at the inclined angle with respect to the housing 101 and the conveyor belt 107 is accessed by the user for accommodating boulders/ rocks, followed by the hopper 108 receiving the boulders/ rocks. Then, the inductive capacitive sensor detects presence of metals with the boulders/ rocks, and in case any metal is detected the microcontroller energizes plurality of electromagnets to activate for removing the metal, and synchronously the microcontroller sends the alert on the computing unit accessed by the user to notify the user to take out the metal from hopper 108 in view of preventing any chances of mechanical damage of the device. Then, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 203 detect dimensions of the accumulated boulders/ rocks, based on which the microcontroller actuates the pins 202 to extend for facilitating in breaking of the boulders/ rocks. Then, the scotch yoke mechanism is configured between one of the plate and inner wall of the housing 101 in the manner rotatory motion of crank configured with the scotch yoke mechanism is converted into linear motion in the reciprocatory manner, which is imparted to the plate via the sliding yoke configured within the mechanism, and the linear motion is utilized in vibratory motion of the plate and pins, for providing the smooth and predictable motion for crushing the accommodated boulders/ rocks into multiple smaller pieces. Then, based on the size of boulder/rocks pieces crushes by the structure, the microcontroller actuates the lid 205 of the particular cavity having the diameter corresponding to the determined size of boulder/ rock pieces to get opened up, thereby storing the pieces into multiple boxes configured with each of the lids for storing the crushed boulder/ rocks.

[0050] 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 automated boulders/ rocks crushing and sorting device, comprising:

i) a housing 101 developed to be positioned on a ground surface and configured with plurality of motorized wheels 102 for maneuvering said housing 101 over said surface, wherein an ultrasonic sensor is embedded with said housing 101 to detect level of said ground surface, based on which said microcontroller actuates a telescopic bar 103 configured between each of said wheels 102 and housing 101 for positioning said housing 101 at an optimum height from said surface;
ii) a pair of motorized rollers 104 arranged installed on said platform, each by means of a pair of telescopically operated rod 106 that are actuated by said microcontroller to extend for positioning said roller at a required height for orientating a conveyor belt 107 coupled with said rollers 104 at an inclined angle with respect to said housing 101 and said conveyor belt 107 is accessed by a user for accommodating boulders/ rocks, wherein a hopper 108 is configured with upper portion of said housing 101 for receiving said boulders/ rocks;
iii) an inductive capacitive sensor positioned on each of said hopper 108 to detect presence of metals with said boulders/ rocks, and in case any metal is detected said microcontroller energizes plurality of electromagnets configured on said hopper 108 to activate for removing said metal, and synchronously said microcontroller sends an alert on a computing unit accessed by said user to notify said user to take out said metal from hopper 108 in view of preventing any chances of mechanical damage of said device;
iv) a pair of inclined plates 201 configured within said housing 101 and carved with multiple pneumatic pins 202 for receiving said boulders/ rocks, arranged in a manner to form a V-shaped structure, wherein an artificial intelligence based imaging unit 203 is configured with said housing 101 and paired with a processor for capturing and processing multiple images of inner portion of said housing 101 , respectively to detect dimensions of said accumulated boulders/ rocks, based on which said microcontroller actuates said pins 202 to extend for facilitating in breaking of said boulders/ rocks;
v) a scotch yoke mechanism is configured between one of said plate and inner wall of said housing 101 in a manner rotatory motion of crank configured with said scotch yoke mechanism is converted into linear motion in a reciprocatory manner, which is imparted to said plate via a sliding yoke configured within said mechanism, and said linear motion is utilized in vibratory motion of said plate and pins, for providing a smooth and predictable motion for crushing said accommodated boulders/ rocks into multiple smaller pieces; and
vi) a cuboidal body 204 configured underneath said structure, wherein plurality of cavities of varying diameters are fabricated on said body, each integrated with a motorized iris lid, wherein based on said size of boulder/rocks pieces crushes by said structure, said microcontroller actuates a lid 205 of a particular cavity having a diameter corresponding to said determined size of boulder/ rock pieces to get opened up, thereby storing said pieces into multiple boxes configured with each of said lids for storing said crushed boulder/ rocks.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a tactile sensor is positioned on said pins 202 for detecting hardness of said boulders/ rocks, in accordance to which said microcontroller decodes a pressure to be applied by said members on said boulders/ rocks.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1 and 2, wherein a pressure sensor is configured with each of said pins 202 for detecting pressure applied by said pins 202 on said boulders/ rocks, and in case said detected pressure mismatches said decoded pressure, said microcontroller regulates operation of said scotch yoke mechanism for maintaining said pressure, thus effectively crushing said boulders/ rocks into smaller pieces.

4) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein an ultrasonic sensor is positioned on a body 204 for monitoring dimensions of said crushed pieces of boulder/ rock and in accordance to which said microcontroller regulates opening of said lids.

5) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein said microcontroller is wirelessly linked with said computing unit via a communication module which includes, but not limited to Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module, Bluetooth module, GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module.

6) 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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