VEHICLE SECURITY SYSTEM FACILITATING INTRUDER DETECTION AND MULTI-STAGE DETERRENCE AND THE METHOD THEREOF

Abstract

Present invention discloses a vehicle security system (100) facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and the method thereof. The vehicle security system (100) includes sensors (104) strategically installed at a plurality of locations of a vehicle (102). The sensors (104) detect the presence of an object within a pre-defined range of the vehicle (102). A control unit (118) coupled to the sensors identifies the presence of an intruder (134) within the pre-defined range of the vehicle (102) by processing real-time data. Control unit (118) activates image capturing units (106) to capture real-time video of the intruder (134) and send an alert to a concerned person (136) in real-time. Control unit (118) activates the deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder (134) based on the proximity of the intruder. Control unit (118) activates a safety technique (122) to protect the concerned person (136) from the deterrence techniques once the intruder is intimidated.

Specification

Description:TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The present invention relates to the field of vehicle security systems. In particular, it relates to a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and the method thereof.

BACKGROUND
[0002] Background description includes information that may be useful in understanding the present disclosure. It is not an admission that any of the information provided herein is prior art or relevant to the presently claimed disclosure, or that any publication specifically or implicitly referenced is prior art.
[0003] Vehicles are frequently the target of thieves and other criminals. Attackers use a variety of tactics to carry out attacks on vehicles to break in and steal goods from within. Such a forced entry with hand tools, lock picking, keyless hacking, peel and steal, and the like are highly causing damage to the vehicle. It is desirable to prevent attacks on vehicles before irreversible damages occur. Vehicle intrusion detection and prevention systems are already existing in the prior art. The existing vehicle security systems include several technologies intended to deter theft and unauthorized access. The traditional systems include alarm systems, GPS tracking systems, immobilizers, security films and reinforcements, and the like. One of the US patent publications US6100792A, entitled "Car security apparatus and car security system", discloses a car security apparatus and a car security system for protecting a vehicle from car theft and tampering which notifies a user of the details regarding an abnormal condition that takes place during the activation of a security function of the apparatus. Another existing British patent publication, GB2581331A, entitled "A method and system for vehicle protection", discloses a method and system for the protection of a vehicle.
[0004] However, the existing systems do not prevent theft or damage in real-time. Also, the existing systems face limitations mainly stemming from vulnerabilities to technological workarounds, false alarms, limited coverage areas, and gaps in real-time deterrence. Hence, there exists a need for a system that provides comprehensive security for vehicles, significantly improving upon the limitations of existing technologies.

OBJECTS OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[0005] Some of the objects of the present disclosure, which at least one embodiment herein satisfies are as listed herein below.
[0006] It is an object of the present disclosure to provide a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof.
[0007] It is another object of the present disclosure relates to a vehicle security system and method that provides vehicle security through real-time monitoring and responsive deterrence mechanisms.
[0008] It is another object of the present disclosure that relates to a vehicle security system and method which integrates sensors, low-light night vision cameras, and different deterrence mechanisms to detect, record, and deter intrusions effectively from vehicles.
[0009] It is another object of the present disclosure that relates to a vehicle security system and method which employs a mobile app interface that enables real-time monitoring of security alerts and remote activation of deterrents like directional speakers and strobe lights, allowing immediate response to threats.

SUMMARY
[00010] The present invention relates to the field of vehicle security systems. In particular, it relates to a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof. In specific, it relates to a vehicle security system and method that provides vehicle security through real-time monitoring and responsive deterrence mechanisms.
[00011] An aspect of the present disclosure provides a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence. The vehicle security system includes a plurality of sensors strategically installed at a plurality of locations of a vehicle. The plurality of sensors is configured to detect the presence of an object within a pre-defined range of the vehicles by scanning the surroundings of the vehicle. Further, the vehicle security system includes a control unit coupled to the plurality of sensors and a plurality of image capturing units. The control unit is configured to identify the presence of an intruder within the pre-defined range of the vehicle by processing real-time data from the plurality of sensors by employing a machine learning technique pre-stored in the control unit. Further, the control unit is configured to activate the plurality of image-capturing units to capture real-time video of the intruder and send an alert to a concerned person in real-time by employing a user interface once the presence of the intruder is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle. Further, the control unit is configured to activate a plurality of deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder based on the proximity of the intruder from the vicinity of the vehicle. Furthermore, the control unit is configured to activate a safety technique to protect the concerned person from the plurality of deterrence techniques once the concerned person reaches the vicinity of the vehicle once the intruder is intimidated.
[00012] In an aspect, the vehicle security system includes a cloud computing system. The cloud computing system is configured to securely store the real-time video received from the plurality of image-capturing units together with the real-time data received from the plurality of sensors by employing a security option. The security option includes at least one of a data encryption and an immutable storage technique. Further, the cloud computing system is configured to allow a concerned person to access the real-time video and the real-time data securely stored in the cloud computing system through a multi-factor authentication (MFA) control and perform system logs, and diagnostics.
[00013] In an aspect, the user interface is configured to enable the concerned person to remotely activate and deactivate the vehicle security systems by employing a mobile app. Further, the user interface is configured to provide a live-streaming of the real-time video from the plurality of image-capturing units for continuous monitoring and assessment. Furthermore, the user interface is configured to allow the concerned person to optimize and adjust any or a combination of a radius of the pre-defined range depending on the parked surroundings of the vehicle, a volume control of a plurality of speakers in the vehicle, and a flashing speed of light of the vehicle.
[00014] In an aspect, the plurality of deterrence techniques includes any or a combination of a sound alarm system, a light alarm system, and a gas deterrent system. The sound alarm system is configured to emit a loud and directional sound towards the intruder detected within the vicinity of the vehicle in a first pre-defined range, to deter the intruder away from the vehicle by employing the plurality of speakers installed in the plurality of locations inside the vehicle. The light alarm system is configured to flash a light in a bright and intermittent way in synchronization with the sound alarm system towards the intruder detected within the vicinity of the vehicle in a second pre-defined range to draw attention and scare off the intruder. The gas deterrent system is configured to release a gas automatically towards the intruder detected within the vicinity of the vehicle in a third pre-defined range to discourage the intruder.
[00015] In an aspect, the pre-defined range is the preferred distance of the intruder from the vicinity of the vehicle to confirm no harm from the intruder to the vehicle. The first pre-defined range is at least 1 meter from the vehicle, the second pre-defined range is at least 50 cm from the vehicle, and the third pre-defined range is at least 25 cm from the vehicle. The plurality of sensors, the plurality of image capturing units, and the alert to the concerned person are activated within the first pre-defined range.
[00016] In an aspect, the vehicle security system includes a panic button integrated within the mobile app and the panic button is configured to activate the plurality of deterrence techniques simultaneously in an emergency. The mobile app is configured to alert the concerned person with a detail of the intruder detected and provide an option for a response to the concerned person.
[00017] In an aspect, the vehicle security system is configured to activate the safety technique automatically within a fourth pre-defined range. The fourth pre-defined range is at least 10 meters. Further, the vehicle security system is configured to allow the concerned person to activate the safety technique manually by employing the user interface. The safety technique includes a neutralizing agent system that activates manually or automatically to clear gas released.
[00018] In an aspect, the vehicle security system is configured to reduce false alarms of the intruder by differentiating between a stationary object and a moving object by analysing a behaviour pattern of the intruder captured by the sensors employing the machine learning technique. Further, the vehicle security system is configured to allow the concerned person to deactivate the plurality of deterrence techniques manually once the intruder is identified as at least one of a stationary object or an animal.
[00019] In an aspect, the plurality of sensors is configured to provide at least 360-degree coverage of detection around the vehicle. The plurality of sensors includes a Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) sensor, a Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) sensor, and an Infra-Red (IR) sensor. The plurality of image-capturing units is a low-light night vision camera configured to capture the real-time video in high resolution in low-light conditions.
[00020] In an aspect, a method for facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence by a vehicle security system. The method includes steps of identifying, the presence of an intruder within the pre-defined range of the vehicle by processing real-time data from the plurality of sensors by employing a machine learning technique pre-stored in the control unit. Further, the method includes the step of activating, the plurality of image-capturing units to capture a real-time video of the intruder and send an alert to a concerned person in real-time by employing a user interface once the presence of an intruder is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle. Further, the method includes steps of activating, a plurality of deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder based on the proximity of the intruder from the vicinity of the vehicle. Further, the method includes steps of activating, a safety technique to protect the concerned person from the plurality of deterrence techniques once the concerned person reaches the vicinity of the vehicle once the intruder is intimidated. Furthermore, the method includes steps of monitoring, persistently the presence of the intruder by analysing the presence and a behaviour pattern of the intruder captured by the plurality of sensors and the plurality of image-capturing units and adapting responses to optimize the plurality of deterrence techniques and provide protection for the vehicle.
[00021] Various objects, features, aspects, and advantages of the inventive subject matter will become more apparent from the following detailed description of preferred embodiments, along with the accompanying drawing figures in which like numerals represent like components.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[00022] The accompanying drawings are included to provide a further understanding of the present disclosure, and are incorporated in, and constitute a part of this specification. The drawings illustrate exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, and together with the description, serve to explain the principles of the present disclosure.
[00023] In the figures, similar components, and/or features may have the same reference label. Further, various components of the same type may be distinguished by following the reference label with a second label that distinguishes among the similar components. If only the first reference label is used in the specification, the description is applicable to any one of the similar components having the same first reference label irrespective of the second reference label.
[00024] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary architecture with (a) a top view and (b) a side view, and (c) an exemplary block diagram of the proposed vehicle security system 100 facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00025] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary flow diagram 200 of the method for facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence by a vehicle security system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00026] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary process diagram 300 showcasing the intruder detection and deterrence techniques employed in the proposed vehicle security system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.


DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[00027] The following is a detailed description of embodiments of the disclosure depicted in the accompanying drawings. The embodiments are in such detail as to clearly communicate the disclosure. However, the amount of detail offered is not intended to limit the anticipated variations of embodiments; on the contrary, the intention is to cover all modifications, equivalents, and alternatives falling within the spirit and scope of the present disclosure as defined by the appended claims.
[00028] Various aspects of the present disclosure are described with respect to FIGs. 1-3.
[00029] Embodiments of the present invention relates to a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof. In specific, it relates to a vehicle security system and method that provides vehicle security through real-time monitoring and responsive deterrence mechanisms.
[00030] FIG. 1 illustrates an exemplary architecture with (a) a top view and (b) a side view, and (c) an exemplary block diagram of the proposed vehicle security system 100 facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00031] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 1, (a) the exemplary architecture with (a) a top view and (b) a side view, and (c) an exemplary block diagram of the proposed vehicle security system 100 facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence. The vehicle security system 100 may include a plurality of sensors 104 strategically installed at a plurality of locations of a vehicle 102. The plurality of sensors can be configured to detect the presence of an object within a pre-defined range of the vehicle 102 by scanning the surroundings of the vehicle 102. Further, the vehicle security system 100 may include a control unit 118 coupled to the sensors 104 and a plurality of image capturing units 106. The control unit 118 can be configured to identify the presence of an intruder 134 within the pre-defined range of the vehicle 102 by processing real-time data from the sensors 104 by employing a machine learning technique 120 pre-stored in the control unit 118.
[00032] In an embodiment, the sensors 104 can be configured to provide at least 360-degree coverage of detection around the vehicle 102. The sensors 104 can include, but not limited to: a Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) sensor, a Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) sensor, an Infra-Red (IR) sensor, and the like. The image capturing unit 106 is a low-light night vision camera configured to capture the real-time video in high resolution in low-light conditions.
[00033] In an exemplary embodiment, the system may employ lidar sensors 104-1, 104-2, and 104-3, to detect the presence of the intruder 134 in a 360-degree coverage up to the pre-defined range. The system may employ two lidar sensors to detect an object, a person and the like within a range up to 1 meter.
[00034] In another exemplary embodiment, the system may employ the low-light night vision camera for capturing the real-time video of the detected object and the intruder 134. In an instance, the system may employ 4 number of night vision cameras 106-1, 106-2, 106-3, and 106-4, strategically placed in different locations on the vehicle 102. In an instance, one of the night vision cameras may be placed centrally behind the rear-view mirror for front monitoring. One of the night vision cameras may be placed near the rear windshield for rear monitoring. Two of the night vision cameras may be centrally positioned, facing each side of the interior of the vehicle 102 to eliminate blind spots.
[00035] In an embodiment, the control unit 118 can be configured to activate the image capturing units 106 to capture real-time video of the intruder 134 and send an alert to a concerned person 136 in real-time by employing a user interface 128 once the presence of the intruder 134 is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle 102.
[00036] In an exemplary embodiment, the night vision camera may be triggered once the Lidar sensor detects an intruder 134 within 1 meter. For an instance, the night vision camera may record and store live video of the intruder 134 detected locally and in the cloud.
[00037] In an embodiment, the user interface 128 can be configured to enable the concerned person 136 to remotely activate and deactivate the vehicle security system 100 by employing a mobile app 130. Further, the user interface 128 can be configured to provide a live-streaming of the real-time video from the image capturing units 106 for continuous monitoring and assessment. Furthermore, the user interface 128 can be configured to allow the concerned person 136 to optimize and adjust any or a combination of a radius of the pre-defined range depending on the parked surroundings of the vehicle 102, a volume control of a plurality of speakers 116 in the vehicle 102, and a flashing speed of light 108 of the vehicle 102.
[00038] In an embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may include a cloud computing system 126. The cloud computing system 126 can be configured to securely store the real-time video received from the image capturing units 106 together with the real-time data received from the sensors 104 by employing a security option. The security option can include, but not limited to: a data encryption, an immutable storage technique, and the like. Further, the cloud computing system 126 can be configured to allow the concerned person 136 to access the real-time video and the real-time data securely stored in the cloud computing system 126 through a multi-factor authentication (MFA) control and perform system logs, and diagnostics.
[00039] In an exemplary embodiment, the immutable storage technique can include, but not limited to: a blockchain technology, a centralized ledger, and the like. The immutable storage mechanisms can create a verifiable record of all recorded events, preventing unauthorized alterations.
[00040] In an embodiment, the control unit 118 can be configured to activate a plurality of deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder 134 based on the proximity of the intruder 134 from the vicinity of the vehicle 102. Furthermore, the control unit 118 can be configured to activate a safety technique 122 to protect the concerned person 136 from the plurality of deterrence techniques once the concerned person 136 reaches the vicinity of the vehicle 102 once the intruder 134 is intimidated.
[00041] In an embodiment, the plurality of deterrence techniques can include, but not limited to: a sound alarm system 110, a light alarm system 114, a gas deterrent system 112, and the like. The sound alarm system 110 can be configured to emit a loud and directional sound towards the intruder 134 detected within the vicinity of the vehicle 102 in a first pre-defined range, to deter the intruder 134 away from the vehicle 102 by employing the plurality of speakers 116 installed in the plurality of locations inside the vehicle 102. The light alarm system 114 can be configured to flash a light 108 in a bright and intermittently way in synchronization with the sound alarm system 110 towards the intruder 134 detected within the vicinity of the vehicle 102 in a second pre-defined range to draw attention and scare off the intruder 134. The gas deterrent system 112 can be configured to release a gas automatically towards the intruder 134 detected within the vicinity of the vehicle 102 in a third pre-defined range to discourage the intruder 134.
[00042] In an exemplary embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may employ the sound deterrence system 110-1 and 110-2 to deter the intruder 134. In an instance, the vehicle security system 100 may employ a four number of high-intensity strobe lights 108-1, 108-2, 108-3, and 108-4, installed at each corner of the vehicle 102 to scare off intruder 134 once the light alarm system 114 is activated. In another instance, the vehicle security system 100 may employ the gas deterrence systems 112-1 and 112-2 to deter the intruder 134. The gas deterrence system may utilize a pressurized canister with a deterrent gas to deter the intruder 134. The deterrent gas may be automatically released once the intruder 134 is detected within a distance of 25 cm from the vehicle 102.
[00043] In an embodiment, the pre-defined range is a preferred distance of the intruder 134 from the vicinity of the vehicle 102 to confirm no harm from the intruder 134 to the vehicle 102. The first pre-defined range is at least 1 meter from the vehicle 102, the second pre-defined range is at least 50 cm from the vehicle 102, and the third pre-defined range is at least 25 cm from the vehicle 102. The sensors 104, the image capturing units 106, and the alert to the concerned person 136 are activated within the first pre-defined range.
[00044] In an exemplary embodiment, the sensors detect an intruder 134 approaching within 1 meter of the vehicle 102. The system activates the camera to capture the real-time video of the intruder 134. The mobile app 130 alerts the concerned person 136 with details of the detected intruder 134 and provides options for response. Once, the intruder 134 is detected within a distance of 50 cm from the vehicle 102, the light alarm system 114 may automatically be activated by flashing strobe light 108 to startle and deter the intruder 134. At this point the concerned person 136 can choose to activate the sound alarm system 110, the gas deterrent system 112, or both, employing the mobile app 130. Further, if the system detects the intruder 134 within a distance of 25 cm from the vehicle 102, the gas deterrent system 112 automatically releases a deterrent gas to further discourage the intruder 134 from approaching closer.
[00045] In an embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may include a panic button 132 integrated within the mobile app 130 and the panic button 132 can be configured to activate the plurality of deterrence techniques simultaneously in an emergency. The mobile app 130 can be configured to alert the concerned person 136 with a detail of the intruder 134 detected and provide an option for a response to the concerned person 136.
[00046] In an embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may include a power supply system 124. The power supply system 124 may include a primary battery, and a Battery Management System (BMS). The primary battery can include, but not limited to: a High-capacity rechargeable battery, a solar power battery, and the like. The primary battery can be configured to power the plurality of components present in the system. The BMS can be configured to manage various functions, including but not limited to charging the primary battery, discharging the primary battery, maintaining optimal battery health, and the like. Further, the power supply system 124 can include, but not limited to: a solar power charging segment, an external charging segment, and the like to supplement onboard power to the vehicle security system 100.
[00047] In an embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 can be configured to activate the safety technique 122 automatically within a fourth pre-defined range. The fourth pre-defined range is at least 10 meters. Further, the vehicle security system 100 can be configured to allow the concerned person 136 to activate the safety technique 122 manually by employing the user interface 128. The safety technique 122 may include a neutralizing agent system to clear the gas released.
[00048] In an exemplary embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may activate the neutralizing agent system to clear the gas released for safe entry as the concerned person 136 approaches within 10 meters of the vehicle 102 either automatically or upon manual activation by employing the mobile app 130.
[00049] In an embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 can be configured to reduce false alarms of the intruder 134 by differentiating between a stationary object and a moving object by analysing a behaviour pattern of the intruder 134 captured by the sensors employing the machine learning technique 120. Further, the vehicle security system 100 can be configured to allow the concerned person 136 to deactivate the plurality of deterrence techniques manually once the intruder 134 is identified as at least one of a stationary object and an animal.
[00050] As can be understood by those ordinary skill in the art, although FIG. 1 shows exemplary components of the vehicle security system 100, in different embodiments, the system 100 may include fewer components, different components, differently arranged components, or additional functional components than depicted in FIG. 1. Additionally, or alternatively, one or more components of the system 100 may perform functions described as being performed by one or more other components of the system 100.
[00051] FIG. 2 illustrates an exemplary flow diagram 200 of the method for facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence by a vehicle security system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00052] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 2, the method 200 for facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence by the vehicle security system 100. The method includes step 202 of identifying, the presence of the intruder 134 within the pre-defined range of the vehicle 102 by processing real-time data from the sensors 104 by employing a machine learning technique 120 pre-stored in the control unit 118. Further, the method includes step 204 of activating, the image capturing units 106 to capture a real-time video of the intruder 134 and send an alert to a concerned person 136 in real-time by employing a user interface 128 once the presence of the intruder 134 is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle 102. Further, the method includes step 206 of activating, a plurality of deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder 134 based on the proximity of the intruder 134 from the vicinity of the vehicle 102. Further, the method includes step 208 of activating, a safety technique 122 to protect the concerned person 136 from the plurality of deterrence techniques once the concerned person 136 reaches the vicinity of the vehicle 102 once the intruder 134 is intimidated. Furthermore, the method includes step 210 of monitoring, persistently the presence of the intruder 134 by analysing the presence and a behaviour pattern of the intruder 134 captured by the sensors 104 and the image capturing units 106 and adapting responses to optimize the plurality of deterrence techniques and provide protection for the vehicle 102.
[00053] FIG. 3 illustrates an exemplary process diagram 300 showcasing the intruder detection and deterrence techniques employed in the proposed vehicle security system 100, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[00054] In an embodiment, referring to FIG. 3, the process diagram 300 showcasing the intruder detection and deterrence techniques employed in the proposed vehicle security system 100. At step 302 of even if the vehicle 102 is turned off the vehicle security system 100 can be active. At step 304, an intruder 134 approaches the vehicle 102 and once the intruder 134 approaches the vehicle 102 within 1 m the sensors detect the presence of the intruder 134 at step 304-1. At step 306 once the presence of the intruder 134 is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle 102 the image-capturing units may be turned on to capture real-time video of the intruder 134 and an alert may be sent to the concerned person 136 in real-time by employing a user interface 128. The movement of the intruder 134 may be tracked by the image capturing unit. At step 308, the real-time video of the intruder 134 captured at each instance may be stored in the cloud computing system 126. Once the intruder 134 is 50 cm away from the vehicle 102, the light alarm system 114 may be activated at step 310. The concerned person 136 may activate the sound alarm once receiving the alert at step 314. Once the intruder 134 reaches a distance of 25 cm from the vehicle 102 the light alarm may stay in the ON state at step 312. If concerned person 136 doesn't respond the deterrent system may automatically get activated at step 316.
[00055] In an exemplary embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may be employed in a situation in which an intruder approaches a car to scratch the car: In the detection phase the lidar sensors continuously scan the surroundings of the parked vehicle. Once an individual approaches the vehicle within 1 meter, the sensors get triggered. In the detection phase, the high-definition night vision cameras inside and outside the vehicle activate upon detecting the intruder. The mobile app alerts the owner in real-time, displaying the intruder's location and actions. In the deterrence activation phase, once the intruder moves closer to the car within 50 cm, the light alarm system activates automatically, flashing high-intensity strobe lights to startle the intruder. The owner, alerted using the mobile app, can choose to activate the sound alarm system to direct loud and directional sound towards the intruder using the directional speakers. Further, if the intruder persists and approaches within a distance of 25 cm from the car, the gas deterrent system automatically releases a deterrent gas to discourage further approach. Further, once the owner approaches the car within 10 meters from the car, the neutralizing agent system activates to clear the gas providing a safe entry for the owner of the car. Throughout the detection and deterrence actions the cameras record high-resolution footage, which is stored securely in the cloud. Further, the owner can access and review the footage remotely by employing the mobile app for evidence or insurance purposes.
[00056] In another exemplary embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 may be employed in a situation in which an animal approaches the vehicle without causing damage. In the detection phase the lidar sensors continuously scan the surroundings of the parked vehicle. An animal approaches the vehicle within 1 meter, triggering the sensors. In the detection phase, the high-definition night vision cameras inside and outside the vehicle activate to capture clear footage of the animal's movements. The mobile app notifies the owner of the animal's presence, without activating alarm systems. In the deterrence activation phase, since the animal poses no threat, the light alarm will only be activated, the deterrent systems activate when it reaches 25cm within the car distance. The owner can monitor the behaviour of the animal through the live video feed on the mobile app, ensuring the vehicle remains undisturbed. If needed the owner can activate the required alarm system, or the process will be automated. Further, the system continues a passive surveillance. The system continues to record the presence of the animal in the vicinity of the vehicle.
[00057] In still another exemplary embodiment, the vehicle security system 100 can be configured to respond dynamically to different stimuli, providing effective deterrence against human intruders while allowing for passive monitoring and documentation in non-threatening situations involving animals.
[00058] If the specification states a component or feature "may", "can", "could", or "might" be included or have a characteristic, that particular component or feature is not required to be included or have the characteristic.
[00059] As used in the description herein and throughout the claims that follow, the meaning of "a," "an," and "the" may include plural reference unless the context clearly dictates otherwise. Also, as used in the description herein, the meaning of "in" may include "in" and "on" unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[00060] It is to be appreciated by a person skilled in the art that while various embodiments of the present disclosure have been elaborated for a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof. However, the teachings of the present disclosure are also applicable for other types of applications as well, and all such embodiments are well within the scope of the present disclosure. However, the vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof is also equally implementable in other industries as well, and all such embodiments are well within the scope of the present disclosure without any limitation.
[00061] Accordingly, the present disclosure is a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof.
[00062] Moreover, in interpreting the specification, all terms should be interpreted in the broadest possible manner consistent with the context. In particular, the terms "comprises" and "comprising" should be interpreted as referring to elements, components, or steps in a non-exclusive manner, indicating that the referenced elements, components, or steps may be present, or utilized, or combined with other elements, components, or steps that are not expressly referenced. Where the specification claims refer to at least one of something selected from the group consisting of A, B, C….and N, the text should be interpreted as requiring only one element from the group, not A plus N, or B plus N, etc.
[00063] While the foregoing describes various embodiments of the disclosure, other and further embodiments of the disclosure may be devised without departing from the basic scope thereof. The scope of the disclosure is determined by the claims that follow. The disclosure is not limited to the described embodiments, versions or examples, which are included to enable a person having ordinary skill in the art to make and use the disclosure when combined with information and knowledge available to the person having ordinary skill in the art.

ADVANTAGES OF THE PRESENT DISCLOSURE
[00064] The present disclosure provides a vehicle security system facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence and method thereof.
[00065] The present disclosure provides a vehicle security system and method that provides vehicle security through real-time monitoring and responsive deterrence mechanisms.
[00066] The present disclosure provides a vehicle security system and method which integrates sensors, low-light night vision cameras, and different deterrence mechanisms to detect, record, and deter intrusions effectively from vehicles.
[00067] The present disclosure provides a vehicle security system and method which employs a mobile app interface that enables real-time monitoring of security alerts and remote activation of deterrents like directional speakers and strobe lights, allowing immediate response to threats.
[00068] The present disclosure provides a vehicle security system and method that utilizes cloud computing to store video evidence securely off-site to ensure that even if the onboard storage is tampered with, evidence remains accessible for legal purposes or insurance claims.
[00069] The present disclosure provides a vehicle security system and method that analyses movement patterns and behavioural patterns of the intruder to minimize false alarms, enhancing the reliability and responsiveness of the system.
, Claims:1. A vehicle security system (100) facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence, the vehicle security system (100) comprising:
a plurality of sensors (104) strategically installed at a plurality of locations of a vehicle (102), and the plurality of sensors (104) is configured to detect the presence of an object within a pre-defined range of the vehicle (102) by scanning the surroundings of the vehicle (102); and
a control unit (118) coupled to the plurality of sensors (104), and a plurality of image capturing units (106), wherein the control unit (118) is configured to:
identify the presence of an intruder (134) within the pre-defined range of the vehicle (102) by processing real-time data from the plurality of sensors (104) by employing a machine learning technique (120) pre-stored in the control unit (118);
activate the plurality of image capturing units (106) to capture real-time video of the intruder (134) and send an alert to a concerned person (136) in real-time by employing a user interface (128) once the presence of the intruder (134) is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle (102);
activate a plurality of deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder (134) based on the proximity of the intruder (134) from the vicinity of the vehicle (102); and
activate a safety technique (122) to protect the concerned person (136) from the plurality of deterrence techniques once the concerned person (136) reaches the vicinity of the vehicle (102) once the intruder (134) is intimidated.

2. The vehicle (102) security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the vehicle security system (100) comprising:
a cloud computing system (126) configured to:
securely store the real-time video received from the plurality of image capturing units (106) together with the real-time data received from the plurality of sensors (104) by employing a security option, wherein the security option comprises at least one of a data encryption and an immutable storage technique; and
allow the concerned person (136) to access the real-time video and the real-time data securely stored in the cloud computing system (126) through a multi-factor authentication (MFA) control and perform system logs, and diagnostics.

3. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the user interface (128) is configured to:
enable the concerned person (136) to remotely activate and deactivate the vehicle security system (100) by employing a mobile app (130);
provide a live-streaming of the real-time video from the plurality of image capturing units (106) for continuous monitoring and assessment; and
allow the concerned person (136) to optimize and adjust any or a combination of a radius of the pre-defined range depending on the parked surroundings of the vehicle, a volume control of a plurality of speakers in the vehicle, and a flashing speed of light of the vehicle.

4. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of deterrence techniques comprises any or a combination of a sound alarm system (110), a light alarm system (114), and a gas deterrent system (112),
wherein the sound alarm system (110) is configured to emit a loud and directional sound towards the intruder (134) detected within the vicinity of the vehicle (102) in a first pre-defined range, to deter the intruder (134) away from the vehicle (102) by employing the plurality of speakers (116) installed in the plurality of locations inside the vehicle (102),
wherein the light alarm system (114) is configured to flash a light (108) in a bright and intermittently way in synchronization with the sound alarm system (110) towards the intruder (134) detected within the vicinity of the vehicle (102) in a second pre-defined range to draw attention and scare off the intruder (134),
wherein the gas deterrent system (112) is configured to release a gas automatically towards the intruder (134) detected within the vicinity of the vehicle (102) in a third pre-defined range to discourage the intruder (134).

5. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pre-defined range is a preferred distance of the intruder (134) from the vicinity of the vehicle (102) to enable no harm from the intruder (134) to the vehicle (102),
wherein the first pre-defined range is at least 1 meter from the vehicle (102), the second pre-defined range is at least 50 cm from the vehicle (102), and the third pre-defined range is at least 25 cm from the vehicle (102),
wherein the plurality of sensors (104), the plurality of image capturing units (106), and the alert to the concerned person (136) are activated within the first pre-defined range.

6. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the vehicle security system (100) comprising:
a panic button (132) integrated within the mobile app (130) and the panic button (132) is configured to activate the plurality of deterrence techniques simultaneously in an emergency,
wherein the mobile app (130) is configured to alert the concerned person (136) with a detail of the intruder (134) detected and provide an option for a response to the concerned person (136).

7. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the vehicle security system (100) is configured to:
activate the safety technique (122) automatically within a fourth pre-defined range, wherein the fourth pre-defined range is at least 10 meters; and
allow the concerned person (136) to activate the safety technique (122) manually by employing the user interface (128),
wherein the safety technique (122) comprises a neutralizing agent system which activates manually or automatically to clear the gas released.

8. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the vehicle security system (100) is configured to:
reduce false alarms of the intruder (134) by differentiating between a stationary object and a moving object by analysing a behaviour pattern of the intruder (134) captured by the sensors (104) employing the machine learning technique (120);
allow the concerned person (136) to deactivate the plurality of deterrence techniques manually once the intruder (134) is identified as at least one of a stationary object and an animal.

9. The vehicle security system (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of sensors (104) is configured to provide at least 360-degree coverage of detection around the vehicle (102),
wherein the plurality of sensors (104) comprises a Light Detection and Ranging (LIDAR) sensor, a Radio Detection and Ranging (RADAR) sensor, and an Infra-Red (IR) sensor,
wherein the plurality of image capturing units (106) is a low-light night vision camera configured to capture the real-time video in high resolution in low-light conditions.

10. A method (200) for facilitating intruder detection and multi-stage deterrence by a vehicle security system (100), the method (200) comprising:
identifying (202), the presence of an intruder (134) within the pre-defined range of the vehicle (102) by processing real-time data from the plurality of sensors (104) by employing a machine learning technique (120) pre-stored in the control unit (118);
activating (204), the plurality of image capturing units (106) to capture a real-time video of the intruder (134) and send an alert to a concerned person (136) in real-time by employing a user interface (128) once the presence of an intruder (134) is identified in the vicinity of the vehicle (102);
activating (206), a plurality of deterrence techniques to intimidate the intruder (134) based on the proximity of the intruder (134) from the vicinity of the vehicle (102);
activating (208), a safety technique (122) to protect the concerned person (136) from the plurality of deterrence techniques once the concerned person (136) reaches the vicinity of the vehicle (102) once the intruder (134) is intimidated; and
monitoring (210), persistently the presence of the intruder (134) by analysing the presence and a behaviour pattern of the intruder (134) captured by the plurality of sensors (104) and the plurality of image capturing units (106) and adapting responses to optimize the plurality of deterrence techniques and provide protection for the vehicle (102).

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