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WO2023096603A1
WO2023096603A1 PCT/TR2022/050163 TR2022050163W WO2023096603A1 WO 2023096603 A1 WO2023096603 A1 WO 2023096603A1 TR 2022050163 W TR2022050163 W TR 2022050163W WO 2023096603 A1 WO2023096603 A1 WO 2023096603A1
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Muhammed Ali ORNEK
Suat Batuhan ESIRGER
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  • the present invention relates to an outdoor air quality monitoring and warning system which enables to continuously measure the values that affect the air quality in open areas such as parks, gardens, forests, etc. and to warn the concerned people when the values exceed normal level.
  • SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) changes continuously and to notify the authorities of the values outside the threshold limits with instant measurements.
  • the objective of the present invention is to provide a warning system for continuously measuring the air quality of open areas such as parks, gardens, forests, etc., and notifying the authorities in case of abnormal values.
  • the objective of the present invention is to provide a warning system for continuously measuring multiple values in open areas and monitoring these values.
  • Figure 1 is a schematic view of the warning system according to the present invention.
  • a warning system (1) for measuring the air quality in open areas and warning authorized personnel in case of abnormal values essentially comprises, at least one housing (2), at least one air quality sensor (3) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to measure different values in the air, at least one LoRaWAN module (4) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to process data coming from the sensor (3) using the Internet of Things, at least one antenna (5) which is integrated onto the housing (2) and configured to transmit the processed data to other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range, at least one communication port (6) which is located inside the housing (2) for transmitting the measured values to the external medium, at least one data processing and storage unit (7) which is integrated in the server for processing and storing the data coming from the sensor (3), at least one battery (8).
  • the warning system (1) of the present invention relates to measuring the air quality in open areas such as parks, gardens, forests, groves, etc., and warning the authorities upon detection of an abnormal value and early diagnosis.
  • Said warning system comprises at least one housing (2).
  • the housing (2) is a protective structure in order to protect the system parts from external factors.
  • the housing (2) can be attached to tree trunks or poles with the help of straps. It protects the electronic circuitry equipment it accommodates against weather conditions. It is preferably manufactured from antistatic material. It is water and dust resistant.
  • At least one air quality sensor (3) is placed inside the housing (2) to measure the air quality.
  • the air quality sensor (3) is configured to measure the number of organic/inorganic particles in the air.
  • the air quality sensor (3) is configured to measure the carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide levels in the air.
  • the air quality sensor (3) is configured to measure the amount of smoke in the air.
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one meteorological measurement sensor configured to measure temperature, pressure and humidity values.
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one sensor configured to measure the orientation and movement of the housing (2) relative to the ground plane.
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one sound measurement sensor configured to measure the ambient noise level.
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one LoRaWAN module (4) for collecting and processing information coming from the sensors.
  • the Internet of Things management platform is used in the LoRaWAN module (4).
  • LoRaWAN module (4) is a long-range wide area network module.
  • At least one antenna (5) is arranged on the housing (2).
  • the antenna (5) reaches other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range and transmits the processed data to the data storage unit (7).
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one communication port (6) for transmitting the processed data to the external medium.
  • Ethernet is used as the communication port (6).
  • GSM is used as the communication port (6).
  • WiFi is used as the communication port (6).
  • the processed data is transferred to other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range via the antenna (5) and transmitted to the data processing and storage unit (7) via Ethemet/WiFi/GSM communication ports (6).
  • notifications are sent to the police, fire brigade, local governments, park management and similar authorities via GSM networks and the web, in case non- nominal levels are detected. All values coming from the sensors are stored and backed up in the data processing and storage unit (7), allowing reporting on the operation of the system and planning for future predictions. In this way, the ecological balance of life in the artificial and natural environment will be protected; fires and similar disasters that can negatively affect air quality and cause public damage will be prevented.
  • At least one screen (9) is arranged on the housing (2). Meteorological and air quality values, energy level and operating status of the device can be displayed via the screen (9).
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one battery (8) to supply the energy needed by the system.
  • a battery (8) that can be powered by renewable energy sources such as photovoltaic panels and wind wheels is preferred without requiring an energy infrastructure.
  • the warning system (1) comprises at least one buzzer module configured to give an audible warning in case the measured sensor values are higher than the threshold values.

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Abstract

The present invention relates to a warning system (1) for measuring the air quality in open areas and warning authorized personnel in case of abnormal values, characterized by at least one housing (2), at least one air quality sensor (3) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to measure different values in the air, at least one LoRaWAN module (4) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to process data coming from the sensor (3) using the Internet of Things, at least one antenna (5) which is integrated onto the housing (2) and configured to transmit the processed data to other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range, at least one communication port (6) which is located inside the housing (2) for transmitting the measured values to the external medium, at least one data processing and storage unit (7) which is integrated in the server for processing and storing the data coming from the sensor (3), and at least one battery (8).

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AN OUTDOOR AIR QUALITY MONITORING AND WARNING
SYSTEM
Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to an outdoor air quality monitoring and warning system which enables to continuously measure the values that affect the air quality in open areas such as parks, gardens, forests, etc. and to warn the concerned people when the values exceed normal level.
Background of the Invention
Today, with the increasing urbanization, people's need for parks, gardens and forests has also increased. People relaxing in open areas such as parks, gardens and forests get away from the stress of daily life. It is also very important to protect these open areas, which are visited by many people. With the protection of open areas, the flora and fauna therein are also protected.
Although it is so important to protect areas such as parks, gardens, forests, groves; emergencies such as fire, smoke, etc. that may occur in these areas are only detected when they are reported by the visitors or officials who are present there. For this reason, necessary emergency responses are delayed. As a result, open areas such as parks, gardens and forests suffer ecological and public damage.
Today, instant measurements are carried out in accordance with the determination and needs of local governments and there is no continuity in the measurements. Traffic density, disasters, events performed at these areas such as concerts, lighting fires in recreational areas, and the number of visitors exceeding the capacity are factors that affect the quality of air. It is not possible to measure these
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) changes continuously and to notify the authorities of the values outside the threshold limits with instant measurements.
The Problems Solved with the Invention
The objective of the present invention is to provide a warning system for continuously measuring the air quality of open areas such as parks, gardens, forests, etc., and notifying the authorities in case of abnormal values.
The objective of the present invention is to provide a warning system for continuously measuring multiple values in open areas and monitoring these values.
Detailed Description of the Invention
A warning system developed to fulfill the objective of the present invention is illustrated in the accompanying figure, in which,
Figure 1 is a schematic view of the warning system according to the present invention.
The components shown in the figures are each given reference numbers as follows:
1. Warning system
2. Housing
3. Air quality sensor
4. LoRaWAN module
5. Antenna
6. Communication port
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) 7. Data processing and storage unit
8. Battery
9. Screen
A warning system (1) for measuring the air quality in open areas and warning authorized personnel in case of abnormal values essentially comprises, at least one housing (2), at least one air quality sensor (3) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to measure different values in the air, at least one LoRaWAN module (4) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to process data coming from the sensor (3) using the Internet of Things, at least one antenna (5) which is integrated onto the housing (2) and configured to transmit the processed data to other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range, at least one communication port (6) which is located inside the housing (2) for transmitting the measured values to the external medium, at least one data processing and storage unit (7) which is integrated in the server for processing and storing the data coming from the sensor (3), at least one battery (8).
The warning system (1) of the present invention relates to measuring the air quality in open areas such as parks, gardens, forests, groves, etc., and warning the authorities upon detection of an abnormal value and early diagnosis. Said warning system comprises at least one housing (2). The housing (2) is a protective structure in order to protect the system parts from external factors. The housing (2) can be attached to tree trunks or poles with the help of straps. It protects the electronic circuitry equipment it accommodates against weather conditions. It is preferably manufactured from antistatic material. It is water and dust resistant.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) At least one air quality sensor (3) is placed inside the housing (2) to measure the air quality. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the air quality sensor (3) is configured to measure the number of organic/inorganic particles in the air.
In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the air quality sensor (3) is configured to measure the carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide levels in the air.
In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the air quality sensor (3) is configured to measure the amount of smoke in the air.
In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the warning system (1) comprises at least one meteorological measurement sensor configured to measure temperature, pressure and humidity values.
In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the warning system (1) comprises at least one sensor configured to measure the orientation and movement of the housing (2) relative to the ground plane.
In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the warning system (1) comprises at least one sound measurement sensor configured to measure the ambient noise level.
The warning system (1) comprises at least one LoRaWAN module (4) for collecting and processing information coming from the sensors. The Internet of Things management platform is used in the LoRaWAN module (4). LoRaWAN module (4) is a long-range wide area network module.
In the warning system (1), at least one antenna (5) is arranged on the housing (2). The antenna (5) reaches other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range and transmits the processed data to the data storage unit (7).
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) The warning system (1) comprises at least one communication port (6) for transmitting the processed data to the external medium. In a preferred embodiment of the invention, Ethernet is used as the communication port (6). In another preferred embodiment of the invention, GSM is used as the communication port (6). In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, WiFi is used as the communication port (6).
The processed data is transferred to other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range via the antenna (5) and transmitted to the data processing and storage unit (7) via Ethemet/WiFi/GSM communication ports (6).
Upon evaluating the data processed in the data processing and storage unit (7), notifications are sent to the police, fire brigade, local governments, park management and similar authorities via GSM networks and the web, in case non- nominal levels are detected. All values coming from the sensors are stored and backed up in the data processing and storage unit (7), allowing reporting on the operation of the system and planning for future predictions. In this way, the ecological balance of life in the artificial and natural environment will be protected; fires and similar disasters that can negatively affect air quality and cause public damage will be prevented.
In a preferred embodiment of the invention, at least one screen (9) is arranged on the housing (2). Meteorological and air quality values, energy level and operating status of the device can be displayed via the screen (9).
The warning system (1) comprises at least one battery (8) to supply the energy needed by the system. As the battery (8), a battery (8) that can be powered by renewable energy sources such as photovoltaic panels and wind wheels is preferred without requiring an energy infrastructure.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) In a preferred embodiment of the invention, the warning system (1) comprises at least one buzzer module configured to give an audible warning in case the measured sensor values are higher than the threshold values.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26)

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1. A warning system (1) for measuring the air quality in open areas and warning authorized personnel in case of abnormal values, characterized by
- at least one housing (2),
- at least one air quality sensor (3) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to measure different values in the air,
- at least one LoRaWAN module (4) which is located inside the housing (2) and configured to process data coming from the sensor (3) using the Internet of Things,
- at least one antenna (5) which is integrated onto the housing (2) and configured to transmit the processed data to other LoRaWAN modules (4) within range,
- at least one communication port (6) which is located inside the housing (2) for transmitting the measured values to the external medium,
- at least one data processing and storage unit (7) which is integrated in the server for processing and storing the data coming from the sensor (3),
- at least one battery (8).
2. A warning system (1) according to claim 1, characterized by an air quality sensor (3) which is configured to measure the number of organic/inorganic particles in the air.
3. A warning system (1) according to claim 1 or 2, characterized by the air quality sensor (3) which is configured to measure the carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide levels in the air.
4. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by the air quality sensor (3) which is configured to measure the smoke level in the air.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26)
5. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by the air quality sensor (3) which is configured to measure the temperature value of the air.
6. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one sensor which is configured to measure the pressure value of the air.
7. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one sensor which is configured to measure the humidity value of the air.
8. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one sensor which is configured to measure the orientation and movement of the housing (2) relative to the ground plane.
9. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one sensor which is configured to measure the ambient noise level.
10. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by a communication port (6) which is Ethernet.
11. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by a communication port (6) which is GSM.
12. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by a communication port (6) which is WiFi.
13. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one screen (9) which is arranged on the housing (2).
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26) 9 A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by a battery (8) which is powered by photovoltaic panel. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by a battery (8) which is powered by wind wheel. A warning system (1) according to any one of the preceding claims, characterized by at least one buzzer module which is configured to give an audible warning in case the sensor values are higher than the threshold value.
SUBSTITUTE SHEET (RULE 26)
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