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WO2025181792A1 - Electronic system for remote monitoring of the gas containers - Google Patents

Electronic system for remote monitoring of the gas containers

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WO2025181792A1
WO2025181792A1 PCT/IL2024/051018 IL2024051018W WO2025181792A1 WO 2025181792 A1 WO2025181792 A1 WO 2025181792A1 IL 2024051018 W IL2024051018 W IL 2024051018W WO 2025181792 A1 WO2025181792 A1 WO 2025181792A1
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Oran YONA
Kamal ABO JDANN
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Kimo Top Patent Ltd
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F17—STORING OR DISTRIBUTING GASES OR LIQUIDS
    • F17C—VESSELS FOR CONTAINING OR STORING COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED OR SOLIDIFIED GASES; FIXED-CAPACITY GAS-HOLDERS; FILLING VESSELS WITH, OR DISCHARGING FROM VESSELS, COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED, OR SOLIDIFIED GASES
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
    • F17—STORING OR DISTRIBUTING GASES OR LIQUIDS
    • F17C—VESSELS FOR CONTAINING OR STORING COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED OR SOLIDIFIED GASES; FIXED-CAPACITY GAS-HOLDERS; FILLING VESSELS WITH, OR DISCHARGING FROM VESSELS, COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED, OR SOLIDIFIED GASES
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    • F17—STORING OR DISTRIBUTING GASES OR LIQUIDS
    • F17C—VESSELS FOR CONTAINING OR STORING COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED OR SOLIDIFIED GASES; FIXED-CAPACITY GAS-HOLDERS; FILLING VESSELS WITH, OR DISCHARGING FROM VESSELS, COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED, OR SOLIDIFIED GASES
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    • F—MECHANICAL ENGINEERING; LIGHTING; HEATING; WEAPONS; BLASTING
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    • F17C—VESSELS FOR CONTAINING OR STORING COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED OR SOLIDIFIED GASES; FIXED-CAPACITY GAS-HOLDERS; FILLING VESSELS WITH, OR DISCHARGING FROM VESSELS, COMPRESSED, LIQUEFIED, OR SOLIDIFIED GASES
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  • the present application relates to a system and method for electronically remote monitoring of the use of gas containers, (hereinafter “container” or “containers”), indicating the container's volume of gas, adjusting the temperature of the container, and electronically transmitting data to and from control center and personal application. Furthermore, the present invention also relates to a system and method of remotely managing the use of the containers from the application on a mobile device.
  • container gas containers
  • the system comprises a control unit being a separate unit using batteries and/or electricity for connecting with the system, comprising an electronic chip connected by a SIM card or by Wi-Fi network and being electrically connected to electric split valve.
  • the system comprises an electric split enabling, controls the automatic opening and closing of the control system of the Containers;
  • the system comprises an application for a mobile device to which all components of the containers are connected to and operated by the application that transmits all the information to the control panel which is located at the service provider's center.
  • the application displays statistics and reports enabling the user to track gas consumption, reports showing gas consumption by time, gas consumption comparison by day/week/month, gas consumption comparison by period, and comparison between containers.
  • FIG. 1 - is a split imaging of the Container and its components.
  • FIG. 2 - is a front view of the assembled Containers.
  • FIG. 4 - is a side view of the Containers before assembling.
  • Fig. 5 - is a block diagram of the system.
  • FIG. 6 - is a block diagram of the control panel.
  • Fig. 7 - is a block diagram of the control.
  • FIG. 8 - is a flowchart of the opening screen - displaying screen 1 of the application on the mobile device.
  • FIG. 9 - is a block diagram displaying screen 2 of the application on the mobile device.
  • Fig. 10 - is a flowchart of the containers’ management - displaying screen 3 of the application on the mobile device.
  • Fig. 1 1 - is a block diagram displaying the controlling of the containers - displaying screen 4 of the application on the mobile device.
  • Fig. 1 2 - is a block diagram displaying the alerts management - displaying screen 5 of the application on the mobile device.
  • Fig. 1 3 - is a flowchart displaying the control of external heating - displaying screen 5 of the application on the mobile device.
  • Fig. 14 - is a flowchart displaying the statistics & reports - displaying screen 6 of the application on the mobile device.
  • An embodiment is an example or implementation of the inventions.
  • the various appearances of "one embodiment,” “an embodiment” or “some embodiments” do not necessarily all refer to the same embodiments.
  • various features of the invention may be described in the context of a single embodiment, the features may also be provided separately or in any suitable combination. Conversely, although the invention may be described herein in the context of separate embodiments for clarity, the invention may also be implemented in a single embodiment.
  • the present invention also relates to a system and method of remotely managing the use of the Containers from the application on a mobile device.
  • Figures 1 -4 show the system of the Containers.
  • Figures 4-7 show the controlling system at the service provider's center.
  • Containers 100 comprise:
  • Frame 105 • a raised frame 105 on which Containers 100 are placed.
  • Frame 105 comprises hooksl 1 3 that are attached to the bottom of Container 100, thus allowing the Containerl OO to be in the center and not move even if there is an unusual vibration.
  • each Container 100 On top of each Container 100 there is valve 102 from which the gas is supplied.
  • the weight of the Container is measured by force sensor 1 1 1 attached to frame 1 1 2 that transfers the weight of each Container in real time to control unit 103.
  • control unit 103 is a separate unit using batteries and/or electricity for connecting with the system.
  • Control unitl 03 may be hang on a wall of the Containers' construction or attached to knobl 14.
  • lock bar 104 secures the Container to frame 105.
  • Frame 1 1 2 comprising swivel leveling mount 1 10; force sensor 1 1 1 .
  • the electronic system consists of several levels: gas containers 100, control panel 200, application 300 and user application 400.
  • control panel 200 comprises: control 201 , customer information 202, user setting203 and connection204 to user application400.
  • control 201 comprising the following functions: displaying the status of the app's connection to the mobile device 201 a; Controlling external heating201 b; Help desk and communication 201 c; definitions201 d.
  • Figures 8-14 show the different screens of the application on the digital device.
  • Figure 8 demonstrates the opening screen of application 400.
  • the user After registration procedure401 the user starts the Container setup404. User may choose between adding new containers for the first time 405 or, if he already has an account403, to add an additional Container. Every Container has a serial number. Once the serial number is registered, the user chooses the particulars of the entered Container406 type of gas Container: type407; size408 or volume409.
  • figure 9 displays screen 2 showing all Containers 409-41 1 , their contents in weight(kg.) and the amount of gas in % 41 2. Showing the ability for container's management414; managing of alerts41 3; controlling external heating41 5; Statistic and reports416 and help and support 41 7.
  • Figure 10 displays the ability of container's management414: list of registered Container 414a to choose the Container that needs to be managed, adding a new Container 414b, removing a container 414c or editing details of existing container 414d.
  • Figure 1 1 displays further managing of Containers: opening or closing414e gas supply or figuring the automatic opening/closing of the gas supply414f from an empty container to a full container.
  • Figure 1 2 displays screen 5 showing the alerts management41 3.
  • the real time alert41 3a may show different alerts. Users may add other alerts41 3e to the low amount of gas 41 3d, electricity problems41 3c or theft41 3b. Users may also access alert's history 41 3fb displayed by date and message.
  • Figure 1 3 displays screen 6 showing by temperature detector41 5.
  • the system comprises a temperature detector41 5 which activates the heating system 109 at the bottom of Containerl OO and thus avoids the freezing of the gas in areas that are exposed to extreme climate.
  • FIG. 44 When heating system 109 detects a predetermined drop in the gas temperature, the Container heating system 109 takes over and heats the Container, so that the normal gas consumption is not disrupted.
  • Figure 14 displays screen 7 showing statistics & reports416. Users may track the gas consumption416a comprising graphs and reports showing gas consumption by time 416b: gas consumption comparison by day/week/month416e and gas consumption comparison by period416d. Another tracking is the gas consumption comparison between containers416c.
  • the system comprises an electronic chip inside control unitl 03, which is electrically connected to electric split valvel Ol .
  • the chip is connected by a SIM card or by Wi-Fi network, and thus is permanently connected to the user and the service provider (gas suppliers).
  • the service provider is connected by the system to each Container in real time.
  • Application400 is not only a system of sending/receiving information, but it may also be used by users to purchase online replacement Containers or other products that the service provider offers for sale or as basic for a SmartHome connecting, monitoring, and controlling smart appliances in a home or other establishments.
  • Payment for purchased Containers or other products may be performed through the application by secure online payment, a monthly payment, or any other known payment systems.

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Abstract

The present application relates to a system and method for electronically remote monitoring of the use of gas containers, indicating the container's volume of gas, adjusting the temperature of the container, and electronically transmitting data to and from control center and personal application. Furthermore, the present invention also relates to a system and method of remotely managing the use of the containers from the application on a mobile device.

Description

ELECTRONIC SYSTEM FOR REMOTE MONITORING OF
GAS CONTAINERS
FIELD OF THE INVENTION
[Para 1 ] The present application relates to a system and method for electronically remote monitoring of the use of gas containers, (hereinafter "container" or "containers"), indicating the container's volume of gas, adjusting the temperature of the container, and electronically transmitting data to and from control center and personal application. Furthermore, the present invention also relates to a system and method of remotely managing the use of the containers from the application on a mobile device.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION AND PRIOR ART
[Para 2] The conception that is the object of many patents and applications in this field relate to ways of indicating, by means of the weight: (i) the gas volume contained in a Container; (ii) the presence of a possible leakage; (iii) the efficient supervision over the consumption of gas and (iv) resulting schedule of change, thus preventing the event of a sudden lack of gas and, (v) providing a guarantee of the correct initial weight of the Container when it is considered full. [Para 3] The solution presented by the present invention is beyond information only, giving full control of the handling of the gas service in Containers, to the user.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
[Para 4] A system for electronically remote monitoring of gas containers, including a heater system, comprising a heater system located at the bottom of the container comprising a temperature detector activating the heating system and avoiding the freezing of the gas in areas that are exposed to extreme climate.
[Para 5] The system comprises a control unit being a separate unit using batteries and/or electricity for connecting with the system, comprising an electronic chip connected by a SIM card or by Wi-Fi network and being electrically connected to electric split valve.
[Para 6] The system comprises an electric split enabling, controls the automatic opening and closing of the control system of the Containers;
[Para 7] The system comprises an application for a mobile device to which all components of the containers are connected to and operated by the application that transmits all the information to the control panel which is located at the service provider's center.
[Para 8] The application displays statistics and reports enabling the user to track gas consumption, reports showing gas consumption by time, gas consumption comparison by day/week/month, gas consumption comparison by period, and comparison between containers.
[Para 9] The application enables purchasing and paying online for replacement containers or other products that the service provider offers for sale.
[Para 10] The advantages of the present application shall become apparent from the description and figures provided herewith.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES
[Para 1 1 ] Fig. 1 - is a split imaging of the Container and its components.
[Para 12] Fig. 2 - is a front view of the assembled Containers.
[Para 1 3] Fig. 3 - is a back view of the assembled Container.
[Para 14] Fig. 4 - is a side view of the Containers before assembling.
[Para 1 5] Fig. 5 - is a block diagram of the system.
[Para 16] Fig. 6 - is a block diagram of the control panel.
[Para 1 7] Fig. 7 - is a block diagram of the control.
[Para 18] Fig. 8 - is a flowchart of the opening screen - displaying screen 1 of the application on the mobile device.
[Para 19] Fig. 9 - is a block diagram displaying screen 2 of the application on the mobile device.
[Para 20] Fig. 10 - is a flowchart of the containers’ management - displaying screen 3 of the application on the mobile device. [Para 21 ] Fig. 1 1 - is a block diagram displaying the controlling of the containers - displaying screen 4 of the application on the mobile device.
[Para 22] Fig. 1 2 - is a block diagram displaying the alerts management - displaying screen 5 of the application on the mobile device.
[Para 23] Fig. 1 3 - is a flowchart displaying the control of external heating - displaying screen 5 of the application on the mobile device.
[Para 24] Fig. 14 - is a flowchart displaying the statistics & reports - displaying screen 6 of the application on the mobile device.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS
[Para 25] An embodiment is an example or implementation of the inventions. The various appearances of "one embodiment," "an embodiment" or "some embodiments" do not necessarily all refer to the same embodiments. Although various features of the invention may be described in the context of a single embodiment, the features may also be provided separately or in any suitable combination. Conversely, although the invention may be described herein in the context of separate embodiments for clarity, the invention may also be implemented in a single embodiment.
[Para 26] Reference in the specification to "one embodiment", "an embodiment", "some embodiments" or "other embodiments" means that a particular feature, structure, or characteristic described in connection with the embodiments is included in at least one embodiment, but not necessarily all embodiments, of the inventions. It is understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein is not to be construed as limiting and are for descriptive purposes only.
[Para 27] The present invention discloses a system and method for electronically remote monitoring of the use of the gas containers, ("Container" /"Containers"), indicating the Container's volume of gas, adjusting the temperature of the Container, and electronically transmitting data to and from control center and personal application.
[Para 28] The present invention also relates to a system and method of remotely managing the use of the Containers from the application on a mobile device.
[Para 29] Figures 1 -4 show the system of the Containers.
[Para 30] Figures 4-7 show the controlling system at the service provider's center.
[Para 31 ] As shown in figure 1 -4 Containers 100 comprise:
• a raised frame 105 on which Containers 100 are placed. Frame 105 comprises hooksl 1 3 that are attached to the bottom of Container 100, thus allowing the Containerl OO to be in the center and not move even if there is an unusual vibration.
• There may be "n" Containers connected to one another by electric split valve 101 .
• On top of each Container 100 there is valve 102 from which the gas is supplied. The weight of the Container is measured by force sensor 1 1 1 attached to frame 1 1 2 that transfers the weight of each Container in real time to control unit 103.
• Electric split enabling! 01 controls the automatic opening and closing of control system 414f of Containers! 00.
• control unit 103 is a separate unit using batteries and/or electricity for connecting with the system. Control unitl 03 may be hang on a wall of the Containers' construction or attached to knobl 14.
• lock bar 104 secures the Container to frame 105.
• LC plate 107;
• Spacer 108;
• Heater system 109;
• Frame 1 1 2 comprising swivel leveling mount 1 10; force sensor 1 1 1 .
[Para 32] As shown in figure 5, the electronic system consists of several levels: gas containers 100, control panel 200, application 300 and user application 400.
[Para 33] As shown in figure 6, control panel 200 comprises: control 201 , customer information 202, user setting203 and connection204 to user application400.
[Para 34] As shown in figure 7, control 201 comprising the following functions: displaying the status of the app's connection to the mobile device 201 a; Controlling external heating201 b; Help desk and communication 201 c; definitions201 d. [Para 35] Figures 8-14 show the different screens of the application on the digital device.
[Para 36] Figure 8 demonstrates the opening screen of application 400.
[Para 37] After registration procedure401 the user starts the Container setup404. User may choose between adding new containers for the first time 405 or, if he already has an account403, to add an additional Container. Every Container has a serial number. Once the serial number is registered, the user chooses the particulars of the entered Container406 type of gas Container: type407; size408 or volume409.
[Para 38] figure 9 displays screen 2 showing all Containers 409-41 1 , their contents in weight(kg.) and the amount of gas in % 41 2. Showing the ability for container's management414; managing of alerts41 3; controlling external heating41 5; Statistic and reports416 and help and support 41 7.
[Para 39] Figure 10 displays the ability of container's management414: list of registered Container 414a to choose the Container that needs to be managed, adding a new Container 414b, removing a container 414c or editing details of existing container 414d.
[Para 40] Figure 1 1 displays further managing of Containers: opening or closing414e gas supply or figuring the automatic opening/closing of the gas supply414f from an empty container to a full container.
[Para 41 ] Figure 1 2 displays screen 5 showing the alerts management41 3. The real time alert41 3a may show different alerts. Users may add other alerts41 3e to the low amount of gas 41 3d, electricity problems41 3c or theft41 3b. Users may also access alert's history 41 3fb displayed by date and message.
[Para 42] Figure 1 3 displays screen 6 showing by temperature detector41 5.
[Para 43] The system comprises a temperature detector41 5 which activates the heating system 109 at the bottom of Containerl OO and thus avoids the freezing of the gas in areas that are exposed to extreme climate.
[Para 44] When heating system 109 detects a predetermined drop in the gas temperature, the Container heating system 109 takes over and heats the Container, so that the normal gas consumption is not disrupted. [Para 45] Figure 14 displays screen 7 showing statistics & reports416. Users may track the gas consumption416a comprising graphs and reports showing gas consumption by time 416b: gas consumption comparison by day/week/month416e and gas consumption comparison by period416d. Another tracking is the gas consumption comparison between containers416c.
[Para 46] The electronic system for remote monitoring of gas containers consists of several stages, the first of which is adjusting the Container's weight to the general system, thus giving precise information that monitors the accurate quantity of gas.
[Para 47] The system comprises an electronic chip inside control unitl 03, which is electrically connected to electric split valvel Ol . The chip is connected by a SIM card or by Wi-Fi network, and thus is permanently connected to the user and the service provider (gas suppliers). The service provider is connected by the system to each Container in real time.
[Para 48] The system detects unusual vibration or disconnection of the Container from frame 105, giving precise information as to whether the replaced Container is normal and full.
[Para 49] All components of the Containers system are connected to and operated by application400 that transmits all the information to control panel 200 located at the service provider's center.
[Para 50] Application400 is not only a system of sending/receiving information, but it may also be used by users to purchase online replacement Containers or other products that the service provider offers for sale or as basic for a SmartHome connecting, monitoring, and controlling smart appliances in a home or other establishments.
[Para 51 ] Payment for purchased Containers or other products may be performed through the application by secure online payment, a monthly payment, or any other known payment systems.

Claims

What is claimed:
1 . A system for electronically remote monitoring of gas containers ("container" or "containers"), including a heater system, comprising:
• A heater system located at the bottom of the container comprising a temperature detector activating the heating system and avoiding the freezing of the gas in areas that are exposed to extreme climate;
• a raised frame on which containers are placed comprising hooks attached to the bottom of container allowing the container to be in the center and prevent its moving;
• a control unit being a separate unit using batteries and/or electricity for connecting with the system, comprising an electronic chip connected by a SIM card or by Wi-Fi network and being electrically connected to electric split valve;
• a valve from which the gas is supplied;
• a force sensor attached to the frame transferring the weight of each Container in real time to control unit;
• an electric split enabling, that controls the automatic opening and closing of the control system of the Containers;
• a lock bar securing the Container to the frame;
• an LC plate; a spacer; a frame comprising a swivel leveling mount; and • an application for a mobile device to which all components of the containers are connected to and operated by the application that transmits all the information to control panel, located at the service provider's center;
Wherein the management of the system is performed by the control panel comprising the following tools: the control, the customer information, the user setting connected to a user application; and
Wherein the control panel comprises the following functions: displaying the status of the application's connection to the mobile device; the controlling of the heating system; a help desk and method of communications; and
Wherein the application on the mobile device controls the following functions of the system:
• managing the particulars of each container;
• adding and removing containers from the system;
• displaying weight in kg. and amount of gas in percentage;
• managing alerts of low amounts of gas, electricity problems or theft;
• controlling the heating system, showing the temperature of the temperature detector, and activating the heating system;
• opening or closing gas supply;
• figuring the automatic opening/closing of gas supply from an empty container to a full container;
• displaying statistics and reports enabling the user to track the gas consumption, reports showing gas consumption by time, gas consumption comparison by day/week/month and gas consumption comparison by period, and comparison between containers.
• purchasing and paying online for replacement containers or other products that the service provider offers for sale.
2. The system of claim 1 wherein the heating system detects a predetermined drop in the gas temperature, the heating system takes over and heats the container, so that the normal gas consumption is not disrupted
3. The application of claim 1 serves also as a SmartHome, connecting, monitoring, and controlling smart appliances in a home or other establishments.
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