CA3048582A1 - Modular water protection system - Google Patents
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- A—HUMAN NECESSITIES
- A47—FURNITURE; DOMESTIC ARTICLES OR APPLIANCES; COFFEE MILLS; SPICE MILLS; SUCTION CLEANERS IN GENERAL
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Abstract
A water detection system for a dwelling or office that passively detects water within a unit to prevent catastrophic damage by closing the main water supply. Centralized around a wireless network, a Communication Hub acts as a data message intermediary for the Water Shutoff and Water Sensors on the network.
Multiple wireless Water Sensors are placed around the unit near potential leak points such as a dishwasher, washing machine, sink, or overhead pipe. Should water be present at a Water Sensor an arm message is published on the network for the Communication Hub, which in turn publishes a close message to the Water Shutoff preventing further damage. The Communication Hub sends a text message and email notifying the user water was detected and which sensor was tripped. The system is fully scalable and can be used in a residential home, office building, or apartment complex.
Multiple wireless Water Sensors are placed around the unit near potential leak points such as a dishwasher, washing machine, sink, or overhead pipe. Should water be present at a Water Sensor an arm message is published on the network for the Communication Hub, which in turn publishes a close message to the Water Shutoff preventing further damage. The Communication Hub sends a text message and email notifying the user water was detected and which sensor was tripped. The system is fully scalable and can be used in a residential home, office building, or apartment complex.
Description
MODULAR WATER PROTECTION SYSTEM
FIELD OF INVENTION
The presented system relates to home and office water protection. The system allows for homeowners or landlords to significantly reduce water damage in the event of over-flows, leaks, or bursts from water sources within a dwelling.
Typically, when a homeowner leaves the house for a workday or vacation issues that arise are not found until they return home; potentially allowing water to pool and seep through walls or floors for days. The system allows for landlords who have relinquish control a proverbial property-insurance on tenant negligence or faulty appliances. The Modular Water Protection System provides remote water shutoff preventing catastrophic flood damage without someone's presence and includes direct notifications to an invested party such as the homeowner, landlord, or maintenance manager.
PRIOR ART
Patent Number Owner CA 2823576 CLEVERGAS HOLDING S.A. (Belgium) CA 2672255 COMMISSARIAT A L'ENERGIE ATOMIQUE (France) US 2008266124 (Al) WOFFORD EDWARD C
US 6025788 (A) FIRST SMART SENSOR CORP
CN 203250400 (U) XI AN CHINASTAR M & C LTD
1. CA 2823576 ¨ FLUID LEAKAGE DETECTION SYSTEM is similar as it includes a cutoff valve on the main supply and a leak detection device. The method of leak detection is different as patent CA 2823576 internally monitors out-going and in-going flow through the water pipes. However, the Modular Water Protection System detects water externally, in the dwelling environment.
FIELD OF INVENTION
The presented system relates to home and office water protection. The system allows for homeowners or landlords to significantly reduce water damage in the event of over-flows, leaks, or bursts from water sources within a dwelling.
Typically, when a homeowner leaves the house for a workday or vacation issues that arise are not found until they return home; potentially allowing water to pool and seep through walls or floors for days. The system allows for landlords who have relinquish control a proverbial property-insurance on tenant negligence or faulty appliances. The Modular Water Protection System provides remote water shutoff preventing catastrophic flood damage without someone's presence and includes direct notifications to an invested party such as the homeowner, landlord, or maintenance manager.
PRIOR ART
Patent Number Owner CA 2823576 CLEVERGAS HOLDING S.A. (Belgium) CA 2672255 COMMISSARIAT A L'ENERGIE ATOMIQUE (France) US 2008266124 (Al) WOFFORD EDWARD C
US 6025788 (A) FIRST SMART SENSOR CORP
CN 203250400 (U) XI AN CHINASTAR M & C LTD
1. CA 2823576 ¨ FLUID LEAKAGE DETECTION SYSTEM is similar as it includes a cutoff valve on the main supply and a leak detection device. The method of leak detection is different as patent CA 2823576 internally monitors out-going and in-going flow through the water pipes. However, the Modular Water Protection System detects water externally, in the dwelling environment.
2. US 2008266124 (Al) ¨ DOMESTIC WATER LEAK AUTOMATIC DETECTION AND
CONTROL discloses a similar application of moisture detection within a home.
It uses a similar method of sensors and hub for displaying sensor information, the system devices are all hard wired together and display the information only through LED visuals.
However, the Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) communicates wirelessly therefore does not require new wiring to be installed. Likewise, Water Sensors do not require wall power to operate, this does not constrain the number or placement options of sensors.
The MWPS
remote user notifications through email and text allows the concerned party to correct the situation promptly and not only when they are at home.
CONTROL discloses a similar application of moisture detection within a home.
It uses a similar method of sensors and hub for displaying sensor information, the system devices are all hard wired together and display the information only through LED visuals.
However, the Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) communicates wirelessly therefore does not require new wiring to be installed. Likewise, Water Sensors do not require wall power to operate, this does not constrain the number or placement options of sensors.
The MWPS
remote user notifications through email and text allows the concerned party to correct the situation promptly and not only when they are at home.
3. US 6025788 (A) ¨ INTERGRATED LOCAL OR REMOTE CONTROL LIQUID GAS
LEAK DETECTION AND SHUT-OFF SYSTEM discloses an entire system of a liquid detection for a building. The patent covers an option of device communication through radio transmitters between the sensors and control panel. For wireless transmission of data, patent U56025788 uses frequency shift to differentiate devices. The system control panel uses light arrays for displaying liquid detection information, which is useful in large commercial setting with maintenance rooms such as a hotel but is less practical for dwellings that are often left unattended. The Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) uses a local area network found in most office or domestic buildings with internet connection wherein has DHCP and TCP through a wireless router to differentiate devices. MWPS
differentiates further when MQTT communication include device information and local conditions and remote notifications to the user through email or text.
The Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) has similarities to all aforementioned patents, but they lack domestic user practicality and modern technology. The MWPS
device communication is handled through MQTT on a wireless local network, which allows for easy integration into majority of office and domestic applications. Likewise, remote notifications through email and text allows for updates if the user is within internet or cell range, which is most of the world. The MWPS includes a water shutoff device but does not require a wired connection for communication. Similarly, the water sensors are fully wireless in terms of communication and power. This increase options for sensor placement and reduces occupant tampering since it is not using an outlet plug; where in practice that outlet might be deemed more fit for a vacuum or cellphone charger. Likewise, there is no reasonable limit to the number of sensors that can be associated in a single system. The MWPS has limited installation disruption in the dwelling or office as the only intrusion in the walls is the Water Shutoff, which would be required in almost all domestic water supply shutoff applications.
BREIF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES
Figure 1 is a labeled drawing of the Communication Hub.
Figure 2 is a labeled drawing of the Water Shutoff.
Figure 3 is a labeled drawing of the Water Sensor.
Figure 4 is an illustration of the devices in the system.
Figure 5 is an illustration of wireless data message paths.
Figure 6 is a simplistic example illustrating how a Modular Water Protection System may be used in an apartment.
DESCRIPTION
The Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) is intended for 24/7 dwelling or office water leak protection. Consider current solutions to dwelling water protection; a water alarm can be bought at most home retailers which acts like a fire alarm, only effective in notifying if someone is present. In contrast, some home security services can offer a form of remote protection. The company will notify the user and send an employee to assess the situation. A
3/4 inch household water pipe pressured at 40 psi allows for a flow of ¨87 liters/minute (23 gallons/minute). If the employee takes 15 minutes to get to the house and rectify the flow, potentially ¨1300 liters (-340 gallons) of water could have flooded into the dwelling.
The MWPS does not require someone present or an intermediate to rectify the flow; an email and text message is sent to the homeowner or landlord notifying of the water presence, which sensor was tripped, and that the water supply is shut off in less than a minute. This is accomplished through the following.
The MWPS is comprised of three parts; Water Sensor(s), Water Shutoff, and Communication Hub. A wireless router is used as a proverbial conduit for communication between each device, this allows for easy system integrated into a home or office setting.
The MWPS device connection to the wireless network are differentiated through the wireless routers Dynamic Host Configuration (DHCP). Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) is used to send data across the wireless network. MQTT works by having a device subscribe to a topic such as `water-detection'; any device who is subscribed to 'water-detection' will receive messages published to said topic. All devices in one MWPS are subscribed to a single topic for a cohesive system. Messages are tailored to differentiate commands, such as arming the system or a status update.
The Communication Hub (Figure 2) acts as the MQTT Broker, the broker verifies device connections to the network allowing to subscribe and publish to topics. The Water Sensors (Figure 3) and Water Shutoff (Figure 4) are clients on the MQTT Network, they publish messages containing who they are and local conditions when required. The Water Shutoff and Communication Hub actively listen to messages published to the MQTT Network and acts locally if the contents concern them. For example, an arm system message from a Water Sensor does not actuate the Shutoff directly, the Communication Hub reads the message which contains device information and action required. In this case a close valve message is published by the Communication Hub to the network which is acted upon by the Water Shutoff.
This allows generated notifications from the Water Sensors device identity to be sent to the user.
The Communication Hub is the only device connected to the internet whereas the Water Sensor and Water Shutoff use the wireless router to connect directly to the Broker on the local network.
Through the interne the Communication Hub generates, then sends a text and email notification to the user. The notifications are based on local conditions of the Communication Hub or published data from other devices. The Communication Hub has a button for remote reset of the Water Shutoff, including visual representation of interne connectivity and Water Shutoff state updated through published status requests.
The Water Sensor (Figure 3) is a battery operated, wirelessly connected, compact device that can be placed under or behind common water-based household appliances such as a dishwasher or washing machine (Figure 6). It normally operates in a dormant state to conserve battery life
LEAK DETECTION AND SHUT-OFF SYSTEM discloses an entire system of a liquid detection for a building. The patent covers an option of device communication through radio transmitters between the sensors and control panel. For wireless transmission of data, patent U56025788 uses frequency shift to differentiate devices. The system control panel uses light arrays for displaying liquid detection information, which is useful in large commercial setting with maintenance rooms such as a hotel but is less practical for dwellings that are often left unattended. The Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) uses a local area network found in most office or domestic buildings with internet connection wherein has DHCP and TCP through a wireless router to differentiate devices. MWPS
differentiates further when MQTT communication include device information and local conditions and remote notifications to the user through email or text.
The Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) has similarities to all aforementioned patents, but they lack domestic user practicality and modern technology. The MWPS
device communication is handled through MQTT on a wireless local network, which allows for easy integration into majority of office and domestic applications. Likewise, remote notifications through email and text allows for updates if the user is within internet or cell range, which is most of the world. The MWPS includes a water shutoff device but does not require a wired connection for communication. Similarly, the water sensors are fully wireless in terms of communication and power. This increase options for sensor placement and reduces occupant tampering since it is not using an outlet plug; where in practice that outlet might be deemed more fit for a vacuum or cellphone charger. Likewise, there is no reasonable limit to the number of sensors that can be associated in a single system. The MWPS has limited installation disruption in the dwelling or office as the only intrusion in the walls is the Water Shutoff, which would be required in almost all domestic water supply shutoff applications.
BREIF DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES
Figure 1 is a labeled drawing of the Communication Hub.
Figure 2 is a labeled drawing of the Water Shutoff.
Figure 3 is a labeled drawing of the Water Sensor.
Figure 4 is an illustration of the devices in the system.
Figure 5 is an illustration of wireless data message paths.
Figure 6 is a simplistic example illustrating how a Modular Water Protection System may be used in an apartment.
DESCRIPTION
The Modular Water Protection System (MWPS) is intended for 24/7 dwelling or office water leak protection. Consider current solutions to dwelling water protection; a water alarm can be bought at most home retailers which acts like a fire alarm, only effective in notifying if someone is present. In contrast, some home security services can offer a form of remote protection. The company will notify the user and send an employee to assess the situation. A
3/4 inch household water pipe pressured at 40 psi allows for a flow of ¨87 liters/minute (23 gallons/minute). If the employee takes 15 minutes to get to the house and rectify the flow, potentially ¨1300 liters (-340 gallons) of water could have flooded into the dwelling.
The MWPS does not require someone present or an intermediate to rectify the flow; an email and text message is sent to the homeowner or landlord notifying of the water presence, which sensor was tripped, and that the water supply is shut off in less than a minute. This is accomplished through the following.
The MWPS is comprised of three parts; Water Sensor(s), Water Shutoff, and Communication Hub. A wireless router is used as a proverbial conduit for communication between each device, this allows for easy system integrated into a home or office setting.
The MWPS device connection to the wireless network are differentiated through the wireless routers Dynamic Host Configuration (DHCP). Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) is used to send data across the wireless network. MQTT works by having a device subscribe to a topic such as `water-detection'; any device who is subscribed to 'water-detection' will receive messages published to said topic. All devices in one MWPS are subscribed to a single topic for a cohesive system. Messages are tailored to differentiate commands, such as arming the system or a status update.
The Communication Hub (Figure 2) acts as the MQTT Broker, the broker verifies device connections to the network allowing to subscribe and publish to topics. The Water Sensors (Figure 3) and Water Shutoff (Figure 4) are clients on the MQTT Network, they publish messages containing who they are and local conditions when required. The Water Shutoff and Communication Hub actively listen to messages published to the MQTT Network and acts locally if the contents concern them. For example, an arm system message from a Water Sensor does not actuate the Shutoff directly, the Communication Hub reads the message which contains device information and action required. In this case a close valve message is published by the Communication Hub to the network which is acted upon by the Water Shutoff.
This allows generated notifications from the Water Sensors device identity to be sent to the user.
The Communication Hub is the only device connected to the internet whereas the Water Sensor and Water Shutoff use the wireless router to connect directly to the Broker on the local network.
Through the interne the Communication Hub generates, then sends a text and email notification to the user. The notifications are based on local conditions of the Communication Hub or published data from other devices. The Communication Hub has a button for remote reset of the Water Shutoff, including visual representation of interne connectivity and Water Shutoff state updated through published status requests.
The Water Sensor (Figure 3) is a battery operated, wirelessly connected, compact device that can be placed under or behind common water-based household appliances such as a dishwasher or washing machine (Figure 6). It normally operates in a dormant state to conserve battery life
4 waking when water is bridged across its sensor (Figure 3) or a manually set low battery threshold is met. This makes the device not actively listen to the MQTT network. When the Water Sensor wakes, it assesses the local conditions, then connects to the Communication Hub through the local wireless network publishing a data message containing device identity and said local conditions. Disconnecting from both the broker and local wireless network after the message is published.
The Water Shutoff (Figure 2) is a device that contains a shutoff in line with the water supply to inhibit flow. The Water Shutoff is actively listening to the network, it waits for valve actuation messages published by the Communication Hub. For example, if the Water Shutoff receives a close message from the Communication Hub, which was triggered by a Water Sensor being tripped. The valve is closed preventing further damage. The Communication Hub periodically publishes a status request to the network to mirror the Shutoff valves state.
The Water Shutoff (Figure 2) is a device that contains a shutoff in line with the water supply to inhibit flow. The Water Shutoff is actively listening to the network, it waits for valve actuation messages published by the Communication Hub. For example, if the Water Shutoff receives a close message from the Communication Hub, which was triggered by a Water Sensor being tripped. The valve is closed preventing further damage. The Communication Hub periodically publishes a status request to the network to mirror the Shutoff valves state.
Claims (12)
1. A domestic water leak protection system comprised of multiple devices, Water Sensor, Water Shutoff, and Communication Hub (Figure 4).
2. From Claim 1, system where all communication between devices is accomplished through Message Queuing Telemetry Transport (MQTT) wherein is sent by Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) or Internet Protocol (IP) over a local wireless network /
wireless router which includes Dynamic Host Configuration (DHCP).
wireless router which includes Dynamic Host Configuration (DHCP).
3. From Claim 2, system devices communicate with simple MQTT data strings (data messages) wherein contain individual device identity number, address where the system is installed, location of device inside dwelling or office, including the local conditions of the device.
4. From Claim 1, a Water Sensor (Figure 3) comprised of [4-1] A small form factor to be placed behind or under domestic water-based appliances such as a dishwasher or washing machine (Figure 6). [4-2] Battery powered to easily operate anywhere within a dwelling. [4-3] Circuitry for power regulation to microprocessor, water detection, and low battery threshold. [4-4] Microprocessor that can connect to a local wireless network.
[4-5]
Microprocessor with simple GPIO. [4-6] Microprocessor with ability to enter deep-sleep/dormant state to conserve battery life. [4-7] Circuitry to wake-up microprocessor from dormant state when (a) water is present at sensor bridge (b) manually set low battery threshold is met. [4-8] Binary water detection through a wire gap or sensor bridge (Figure 3) wherein one wire is an anode and the other a cathode. When water bridges said gap a detection signal is formed. [4-9] Flanged base for securing sensor bridge to a detection surface such as floor, wall, or ceiling.
[4-5]
Microprocessor with simple GPIO. [4-6] Microprocessor with ability to enter deep-sleep/dormant state to conserve battery life. [4-7] Circuitry to wake-up microprocessor from dormant state when (a) water is present at sensor bridge (b) manually set low battery threshold is met. [4-8] Binary water detection through a wire gap or sensor bridge (Figure 3) wherein one wire is an anode and the other a cathode. When water bridges said gap a detection signal is formed. [4-9] Flanged base for securing sensor bridge to a detection surface such as floor, wall, or ceiling.
5. From Claim 4, a Water Sensor that when woken from a dormant state (4-7) assesses the local conditions such as low battery or water detected and publishes a data message to the Communication Hub (3) (Figure 5).
6. From Claim 1, multiple Water Sensors per Modular Water Protection System (MWPS). The dormant mode of the Water Sensor prevents constant connection to the network.
If a dormant Sensor (4-6) is woken (4-7), it briefly connects to the local network, then to the Communication Hub / MQTT Broker. Disconnecting from the network and entering dormant mode again after the required data message is published (3). The brief connection and simple data messages prevent network congestion and allows for dozens of water sensors to be associated with a single Communication Hub.
If a dormant Sensor (4-6) is woken (4-7), it briefly connects to the local network, then to the Communication Hub / MQTT Broker. Disconnecting from the network and entering dormant mode again after the required data message is published (3). The brief connection and simple data messages prevent network congestion and allows for dozens of water sensors to be associated with a single Communication Hub.
7. From Claim 1, Water Supply Shutoff (Figure 3) comprised of; [7-1] Wall outlet powered.
[7-2] Battery Backup. [7-3] Circuitry for power regulation to relay coil, relay contact, and microprocessor. [7-4] Electronically controlled shutoff valve attached to the dwellings main water supply (Figure 6). [7-5] Shutoff valve operated by relay coil. [7-6]
Relay coil operated by microprocessor. [7-7] Microprocessor that can connect to a local wireless network. [7-8]
Microprocessor with simple GPIO. [7-9] Visual representation of device being powered. [7-10] Visual representation of valve state.
[7-2] Battery Backup. [7-3] Circuitry for power regulation to relay coil, relay contact, and microprocessor. [7-4] Electronically controlled shutoff valve attached to the dwellings main water supply (Figure 6). [7-5] Shutoff valve operated by relay coil. [7-6]
Relay coil operated by microprocessor. [7-7] Microprocessor that can connect to a local wireless network. [7-8]
Microprocessor with simple GPIO. [7-9] Visual representation of device being powered. [7-10] Visual representation of valve state.
8. From Claim 7, the water supply is automatically shut off. When an arm system message is published from a Water Sensor (5), the Communication Hub publishes a close command for the Water Shutoff (2) which closes its valve inhibiting the flow of water to the dwelling.
9. From Claim 1, Communication Hub (Figure 1) comprised of [9-1] Wall outlet powered. [9-2] Uninterruptable rechargeable battery backup. [9-3] Circuitry for recharging the battery backup. [9-4] Circuitry for regulating power to microprocessor. [9-5]
Microprocessor with simple GPIO. [9-6] Microprocessor that can connect to a local wireless network. [10-7]
Microprocessor that can send emails and text messages through the internet. [9-8] Circuitry for detecting wall power presence. [9-9] Circuitry for a pushbutton that sends an open command to the Water Shutoff to allow water to flow again. [9-10] Flanged base for mounting the device. [9-11] Visual representation of the Water Shutoff valve status (7-10).
[9-12] Visual representation of microprocessors connection to the internet.
Microprocessor with simple GPIO. [9-6] Microprocessor that can connect to a local wireless network. [10-7]
Microprocessor that can send emails and text messages through the internet. [9-8] Circuitry for detecting wall power presence. [9-9] Circuitry for a pushbutton that sends an open command to the Water Shutoff to allow water to flow again. [9-10] Flanged base for mounting the device. [9-11] Visual representation of the Water Shutoff valve status (7-10).
[9-12] Visual representation of microprocessors connection to the internet.
10. From Claim 9, the Communication Hub periodically publishes status update requests for the Water Shutoff. The reply allows the Communication Hub to mirror the valve status of the Water Shutoff (7-10).
11. From Claim 9, automatic system notifications are sent to a user. Email and/or text notifications are pushed to the user (10-7) when conditions in the system are met. A
notification is generated from received data messages (3) or local conditions of the Communication Hub.
notification is generated from received data messages (3) or local conditions of the Communication Hub.
12. From Claim 11, a notification is generated when an abnormality is present in the system such as, (a) water is present at a sensor (b) low battery threshold of a Water Sensor is met (c) wall power is lost to the Communication Hub (d) Water Shutoff not responding to status requests from the Communication Hub.
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