DEVICE FOR MAKING A CURVED RIDGE OF CEMENT ON A WALL

Abstract

A device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall, comprising a rectangular base 1 positioned on a ground surface, a storage container 2 provided on the base 1 for storing cement mixture, a speaker 3 provided on the base 1 to generate an audio alert for the user, a telescopic arm 4 having nozzle provided on the base 1 for dispensing the cement mixture onto the wall, an elongated curved flap 5 attached on the base 1 for providing a rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture on the wall, an imaging unit 6 installed on the base 1 to determine position of dispensed cement mixture, a robotic link 7 provided on the base 1 having a rectangular tray to assume various shapes for providing a finish on the wall and a microphone 8 provided on the base 1 for receiving an audio command from the user.

Specification

Description:FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall that is capable of efficiently and precisely dispensing cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy, as per the requirement of a user.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] A curved ridge of cement on a wall serve both functional and aesthetic purposes. Functionally, it may act as a barrier preventing water from seeping into the structure and causing damage. This curvature also enhance the structural integrity of the wall distributing weight and stress more evenly. The curved ridge adds visual interest breaking up the monotony of a flat surface and creating shadows that play with light. Depending on the architectural style it evoke a sense of fluidity and movement or convey a more modern and sleek appearance. Additionally, the curvature might be deliberately designed to mimic natural forms such as waves or organic contours contributing to a harmonious integration with the surrounding environment.

[0003] Traditional methods of crafting a curved ridge of cement on a wall involve manual shaping relying on skilled labor. While these techniques offer a bespoke finish they are time-consuming and labor-intensive demanding expertise. Quality may vary due to human error leading to inconsistencies or imperfections. Complex designs are challenging limiting creative possibilities. Moreover, handcrafted cement features are prone to weathering, cracking, and structural weakening overtime compromising durability. So, there is need for such device that is capable of efficiently and precisely dispensing cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy, as per the requirement of a user.

[0004] JPH01207058A discloses a seal equipment to allow greatly improved penetration of cement into bone cavities by its main body member with a central passage for cement and a circular wall member extending from the main member defining a chamber connected to the central passage and a bone tube. A seal is composed of a main body member and a wall member extending from the main body member. The seal has the outer surface with a shape conforming to the exposed bone inner surface at the near end of surgically prepared medullary canal of a thighbone. The outer surface is defined by a soft wall part, expandable towards the inner surface of the exposed bone of the medullary canal under pressure, to form a pressure seal. The seal is inserted into the near end of the medullary canal, and can be made in various sizes to match the inner surface of the exposed bone. The seal has an inside chamber defined by the inside surface of the soft part of the circular wall part and the inside surface of the main body member, and the far end of a cement nozzle introduction port is connected to the inside chamber.

[0005] CN100393944C discloses an independent construction self-walking type longitudinal tension rod embedding machine for a cement concrete pavement. Both ends of a machine frame are provided with a pedrail walking mechanism and a universal wheel of which the height is controlled by a hydraulic ram, both ends of a middle cross beam of the machine frame are connected with the machine frame through the hydraulic ram, the lower part of the cross beam is provided with a plurality of groups of pressing forks with vibrators, cross beams of the front and the back sides of the machine frame are separately connected with two vibrating flat beams of underside through the hydraulic ram, both sides of a vibrating flat plate provided with a vibrator are connected with both the two vibrating flat beams through a damping spring, both the two sides of the vibrating flat plate are provided with a retracting mechanism of a side moulding plate controlled by the hydraulic ram and communicated grooves provided with swinging valves corresponding to the pressing forks are arranged on the vibrating flat plate. The equipment can independently construct, the efficiency is high, the accuracy of the construction is high, the transportation is convenient and the construction pavement and the shape of edges can be also kept in good condition.

[0006] Conventionally, many devices are exist that are capable of making a curved ridge of cement on a wall. However, these devices fail in efficiently and precisely dispense cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy as per the requirement of a user. These devices do not detect low levels of cement mixture to alert the user for refilling, ensuring continuous operation without interruptions due to material depletion.

[0007] In order to overcome the aforementioned drawbacks, there exists a need in the art to develop a device that is capable of efficiently and precisely dispense cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy as per the requirement of a user. The device also detect low levels of cement mixture to alert the user for refilling, ensuring continuous operation without interruptions due to material depletion.

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 efficiently and precisely dispense cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy, as per the requirement of a user.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that detect low levels of cement mixture to alert the user for refilling, ensuring continuous operation without interruptions due to material depletion.

[0011] Yet another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is cost-efficient, user-friendly and easy-to-operate.

[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 a device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall that efficiently and precisely dispense cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy, as per the requirement of a user.

[0014] According to an embodiment of the present invention, a device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall comprises a rectangular base having four telescopic rods with motorized omnidirectional wheels underneath the base, a storage container with a pump provided on the base, the container for storing a cement mixture, a weight sensor provided in the container for detecting a weight of the cement mixture in the container to trigger a speaker provided on the base and linked with a microcontroller to generate an audio alert for a user regarding a refilling of the container, an L-shaped telescopic arm having nozzle provided on the base, the nozzle connected to the container via a conduit for dispensing the cement mixture onto the wall in a linear ridge arrangement, a pair of rigid vertical members provided on an edge of the base, each the member provided on a sliding unit and each the member having a hydraulic actuator at the upper end attached by a ball and socket joint, an elongated curved flap is attached on the hydraulic actuator for providing a rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture on the wall.

[0015] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device also comprises a an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the base to determine a position of the dispensed cement mixture on the wall to trigger the microcontroller to accordingly actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture, a robotic link provided on the base, the robotic link having a rectangular tray at the end, the plate having multiple rectangular plates attached by hinges for enabling the tray to assume various shapes for providing a finish on the wall as per the shape, a microphone linked with the microcontroller provided on the base for receiving an audio command from the user regarding making of the ridge on the wall to trigger the microcontroller to actuate the arm with the nozzle to dispense the cement mixture on the wall and actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture, a wireless communication module linked with the microcontroller is provided on the base for enabling the user to remotely trigger the microcontroller by connecting with a computing unit to actuate the arm with the nozzle to dispense the cement mixture on the wall and actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture for making the ridge on the wall.

[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 a device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall.

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 a device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall that is capable of efficiently and precisely dispensing cement mixtures on a vertical surfaces for enabling the creation of curved ridges on the vertical surfaces with consistency and accuracy, as per the requirement of a user.

[0022] Referring to Figure 1, a perspective view of a device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall is illustrated, comprising a rectangular base 1 positioned on a ground surface, a storage container 2 provided on the base 1, a speaker 3 provided on the base 1, an L-shaped telescopic arm 4 having nozzle provided on the base 1, an elongated curved flap 5 attached on the base 1, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 6 installed on the base 1, a robotic link 7 provided on the base 1 having a rectangular tray and a microphone 8 provided on the base 1.

[0023] The proposed device herein comprises of a rectangular base 1 having four telescopic rods with motorized omnidirectional wheels underneath the base 1. A storage container 2, with a pump, provided on the base 1, the container 2 for storing a cement mixture.

[0024] A weight sensor is provided in the container 2 for detecting a weight of the cement mixture in the container 2. The weight sensor consists of a load cell typically comprises a metallic body to which strain gauges are affixed. Strain gauges are conductive elements that undergo deformation when subjected to force or weight. As an object is placed on the load cell, the strain gauges experience either stretching or compression, altering their electrical resistance. This change in resistance is then measured and converted into an electrical signal proportional to the applied weight. The sensor then send signal to an inbuilt microcontroller associated with the device for detecting the weight of the cement mixture in the container 2 based on which the microcontroller trigger a speaker 3 that is provided on the base 1 and linked with the microcontroller to generate an audio alert for a user regarding a refilling of the container 2, if the detected weight is lower than a threshold weight.

[0025] A L-shaped telescopic arm 4 having nozzle is provided on the base 1, the nozzle connected to the container 2 via a conduit, for dispensing the cement mixture onto the wall, in a linear ridge arrangement. A pair of rigid vertical members is provided on an edge of the base 1, each the member provided on a sliding unit and each the member having a hydraulic actuator at the upper end, attached by a ball and socket joint, wherein an elongated curved flap 5 is attached on the hydraulic actuator for providing a rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture on the wall.

[0026] An artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 6 is installed on the base 1 to determine a position of the dispensed cement mixture on the wall. The imaging unit 6 comprises of an image capturing arrangement including a set of lenses that captures multiple images of the surroundings, and the captured images are stored within a memory of the imaging unit 6 in form of an optical data. The imaging unit 6 also comprises of a processor that is integrated with artificial intelligence protocols, such that the processor processes the optical data and extracts the required data from the captured images. 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 position of the dispensed cement mixture on the wall based on which the microcontroller actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture.

[0027] A robotic link 7 is provided on the base 1 and the robotic link 7 having a rectangular tray at the end, the plate having plurality of rectangular plates attached by hinges for enabling the tray to assume various shapes for providing a finish on the wall as per the shape.

[0028] A microphone 8 is linked with the microcontroller, provided on the base 1 for receiving an audio command from the user regarding making of the ridge on the wall. The microphone 8 works as a transducer that converts sound waves into audio signal. The microphone 8 on receiving the input from the user converts the input signal into electrical signal and sends it to the microcontroller. The microcontroller on receiving the signals actuate the arm 4 with the nozzle to dispense the cement mixture on the wall and actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture.

[0029] A wireless communication module is linked with the microcontroller that is provided on the base 1 for enabling the user to remotely trigger the microcontroller, by connecting with a computing unit. The computing unit is linked with the microcontroller via an integrated communication module that includes but is not limited to a GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) module which is capable of establishing a wireless network between the microcontroller and the computing unit and based on the user's input commands, the microcontroller actuate the arm 4 with the nozzle to dispense the cement mixture on the wall and actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture, for making the ridge on the wall.

[0030] The device is associated with a battery for providing the required power to the electronically and electrically operated components including the microcontroller, electrically powered sensors, motorized components and alike of the device. The battery within the device is preferably a lithium-ion-battery which is a rechargeable battery and recharges by deriving the required power from an external power source. The derived power is further stored in form of chemical energy within the battery, which when required by the components of the device derive the required energy in the form of electric current for ensuring smooth and proper functioning of the device.

[0031] The present invention works best in the following manner, where the rectangular base 1 having four telescopic rods with motorized omnidirectional wheels underneath the base 1. The weight sensor is provided in the container 2 for detecting a weight of the cement mixture in the container 2 based on which the microcontroller trigger the speaker 3 to generate an audio alert for the user regarding a refilling of the container 2, if the detected weight is lower than a threshold weight. The L-shaped telescopic arm 4 having nozzle is provided on the base 1, the nozzle connected to the container 2 via a conduit, for dispensing the cement mixture onto the wall, in a linear ridge arrangement. The imaging unit 6 determine a position of the dispensed cement mixture on the wall based on which the microcontroller actuate the sliding units, the hydraulic actuators and the ball and socket joints to provide the rounded finish to the dispensed cement mixture. The robotic link 7 is provided on the base 1 and the robotic link 7 having a rectangular tray at the end, the plate having plurality of rectangular plates attached by hinges for enabling the tray to assume various shapes for providing a finish on the wall as per the shape. The microphone 8 is linked with the microcontroller, provided on the base 1 for receiving an audio command from the user regarding making of the ridge on the wall. The wireless communication module is linked with the microcontroller that is provided on the base 1 for enabling the user to remotely trigger the microcontroller, by connecting with a computing unit.

[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) A device for making a curved ridge of cement on a wall, comprising:

i) a rectangular base 1 having four telescopic rods with motorized omnidirectional wheels underneath said base 1;
ii) a storage container 2, with a pump, provided on said base 1, said container 2 for storing a cement mixture;
iii) a weight sensor provided in said container 2, for detecting a weight of said cement mixture in said container 2, to trigger a speaker 3, provided on said base 1 and linked with a microcontroller, to generate an audio alert for a user regarding a refilling of said container 2, if said detected weight is lower than a threshold weight;
iv) an L-shaped telescopic arm 4, having nozzle, provided on said base 1, said nozzle connected to said container 2 via a conduit, for dispensing said cement mixture onto said wall, in a linear ridge arrangement;
v) a pair of rigid vertical members provided on an edge of said base 1, each said member provided on a sliding unit and each said member having a hydraulic actuator at the upper end, attached by a ball and socket joint, wherein an elongated curved flap 5 is attached on said hydraulic actuator for providing a rounded finish to said dispensed cement mixture on said wall;
vi) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 6 installed on said base 1 and integrated with a processor for recording and processing images in a vicinity of said base 1, to determine a position of said dispensed cement mixture on said wall, to trigger said microcontroller to accordingly actuate said sliding units, said hydraulic actuators and said ball and socket joints to provide said rounded finish to said dispensed cement mixture; and
vii) a robotic link 7 provided on said base 1, said robotic link 7 having a rectangular tray at the end, said plate having plurality of rectangular plates attached by hinges for enabling said tray to assume various shapes for providing a finish on said wall as per said shape.

2) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a microphone 8, linked with said microcontroller, provided on said base 1 for receiving an audio command from said user regarding making of said ridge on said wall to trigger said microcontroller to actuate said arm 4 with said nozzle to dispense said cement mixture on said wall and actuate said sliding units, said hydraulic actuators and said ball and socket joints to provide said rounded finish to said dispensed cement mixture.

3) The device as claimed in claim 1, wherein a wireless communication module, linked with said microcontroller, is provided on said base 1 for enabling said user to remotely trigger said microcontroller, by connecting with a computing unit, to actuate said arm 4 with said nozzle to dispense said cement mixture on said wall and actuate said sliding units, said hydraulic actuators and said ball and socket joints to provide said rounded finish to said dispensed cement mixture, for making said ridge on said wall.

4) 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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