An assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings and a method thereof

The electro-mechanical assembly for false ceilings addresses the challenge of static designs by allowing real-time switching between multiple designs, enhancing flexibility and reducing resource consumption.

WO2025046277A1PCT designated stage expired Publication Date: 2025-03-06RAJ C KANIKYA
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Application Number
PCT/IB2023/060672
Authority / Receiving Office
WO · WO
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Priority Date
2023-09-01
Filing Date
2023-10-23
Publication Date
2025-03-06

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Technical Problem

Traditional false ceilings are static and require significant effort, time, and resources to change designs, limiting the ability to switch between different ceiling designs in a timely and efficient manner.

Method used

An electro-mechanical assembly that includes gear wheels, a gear motor operated by a remote sensor, a shaft rod, pinion gear, piston rod, bearing wheels, and metal strips, allowing for real-time switching between multiple false ceilings by rotating the gear wheels to lift and lower the ceilings in a predetermined sequence.

Benefits of technology

Enables real-time switching between different false ceiling designs, reducing the need for frequent reconstruction and allowing users to easily change the appearance of interior spaces based on various aesthetics, moods, or occasions, while saving time, effort, and resources.

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Abstract

An assembly (100) to switch between multiple false ceilings is provided One or more gear wheels (110) rotate a shaft rod (116) using a gear motor (112). A pinion gear (118) converts the rotation to a vertical movement, transferred to a piston rod (120). A plurality of bearing wheels (122) is positioned on a plurality of trays. A plurality of metal strips (134) covers one or more gaps when a first false ceiling (124) moves downwards, operated by a slider (130). The piston rod moves the plurality of bearing wheels, lifting the first false ceiling. After a predetermined time period, a second false ceiling (126) takes the place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating in a clockwise direction. Similarly, a third false ceiling (128) takes the place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating in a clockwise direction.
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Description

[0001] AN ASSEMBLY TO SWITCH BETWEEN MULTIPLE FALSE CEILINGS AND A METHOD THEREOF

[0002] EARLIEST PRIORITY DATE

[0003] This Application claims priority from a Complete patent application filed in India having Patent Application No. 202341058633, filed on September 01, 2023, and titled “AN ASSEMBLY TO SWITCH BETWEEN MULTIPLE FALSE CEILINGS AND A METHOD THEREOF”.

[0004] FIELD OF INVENTION

[0005] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to the field of home improvement technology, and more particularly, an assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings and a method thereof.

[0006] BACKGROUND

[0007] False ceiling is an artificial ceiling installed below the original ceiling of a room. The false ceiling serves as a secondary ceiling, suspended below the main ceiling using supportive frameworks. The false ceiling offers not only aesthetic benefits but also functional advantages. The advantages of false ceiling include enhancing the aesthetic of the interior of the room, conceal electrical wirings, plumbing ducts and other fittings, provide sound and thermal insulation, manage the height of too high ceiling and the like.

[0008] However, traditionally, false ceilings have been static and unchanging once they are installed. Often, if a new ceiling design is desired, the old one must be taken down and a new design must be constructed from scratch. Changing the design involves a lot of effort, time, and resources.

[0009] Hence, there is a need for an improved assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings and a method thereof which addresses the aforementioned issue(s).

[0010] OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION An objective of the invention is to introduce an electro-mechanical assembly that allows to switch between different ceiling designs in real-time.

[0011] Another objective of the invention is to provide a time-based design change, allowing users to modify the false ceiling design over designated time intervals, ranging from hourly, daily, monthly and yearly basis.

[0012] BRIEF DESCRIPTION

[0013] In accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure, an assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings is provided. The assembly includes one or more gear wheels adapted to rotate clockwise or anticlockwise by means of gear motor. The gear motor is operated by a remote sensor. The assembly includes a shaft rod coupled to the one or more gear wheels. The shaft rod is adapted to rotate by cause of the one or more gear wheels. The shaft rod includes a pinion gear to convert the rotation of the shaft rod to a vertical movement. The shaft rod includes a piston rod coupled to the pinion gear. The piston rod is adapted to receive the vertical movement. The assembly includes a plurality of bearing wheels positioned on a plurality of trays wherein the plurality of bearing wheels is operated by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels. The assembly includes a plurality of metal strips positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling. The metal strip is adapted to cover one or more gaps when the first false ceiling moves downwards. The plurality of metal strips includes a slider with a slider bearing. The slider is coupled to the plurality of metal strips by means of a fastening mechanism. The slider is adapted to open and close the plurality of metal strips. The piston rod moves the plurality of bearing wheels thereby lifting a first false ceiling upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction. The first false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the first false ceiling moving upwards thereby pushing a second false ceiling to take the place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The second false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the second false ceiling moving upwards thereby pushing a third false ceiling to take the place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. In accordance with another embodiment of the present disclosure, a method to switch between multiple false ceilings is provided. The method includes receiving, by a remote sensor, a signal to switch between the multiple false ceilings from at least one of a remote operated by a user and a switch mechanism mounted on a wall. The method includes rotating, by the gear motor, one or more gear wheels in a clockwise or anticlockwise direction. The gear motor is operated by the remote sensor. The method includes rotating, by the cause of the one or more gear wheels, a shaft rod. The method includes converting, by a pinion gear, the rotation of the shaft rod to a vertical movement. The method includes receiving, by the piston rod, the vertical movement. The method includes operating, by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels, a plurality of bearing wheels positioned on a plurality of trays. The method includes covering, by a plurality of metal strips positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling, one or more gaps when the first false ceiling moves downwards. The method includes opening and closing, by a slider with a slider bearing, of the plurality of metal strips by means of a fastening mechanism. The method includes lifting, by the piston rod, a first false ceiling upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction. The method includes pushing, by the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the first false ceiling moving upwards, a second false ceiling to take place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The first false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period. The method includes pushing, by the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the second false ceiling moving upwards, a third false ceiling to take place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The second false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period.

[0014] To further clarify the advantages and features of the present disclosure, a more particular description of the disclosure will follow by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which are illustrated in the appended figures. It is to be appreciated that these figures depict only typical embodiments of the disclosure and are therefore not to be considered limiting in scope. The disclosure will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the appended figures.

[0015] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS The disclosure will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying figures in which:

[0016] FIG. 1 is a block diagram representation of an assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0017] FIG. 2(a) illustrates a flow chart representing the steps involved in a method to switch between multiple false ceilings in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and

[0018] FIG. 2(b) illustrates continued steps of the method of FIG. 2(a) in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0019] Further, those skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and may not have necessarily been drawn to scale. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the device, one or more components of the device may have been represented in the figures by conventional symbols, and the figures may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the figures with details that will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art having the benefit of the description herein.

[0020] DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0021] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the disclosure, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the figures and specific language will be used to describe them. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the disclosure is thereby intended. Such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated system, and such further applications of the principles of the disclosure as would normally occur to those skilled in the art are to be construed as being within the scope of the present disclosure.

[0022] The terms “comprises”, “comprising”, or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a nonexclusive inclusion, such that a process or method that comprises a list of steps does not include only those steps but may include other steps not expressly listed or inherent to such a process or method. Similarly, one or more devices or subsystems or elements or structures or components preceded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other devices, sub-systems, elements, structures, components, additional devices, additional subsystems, additional elements, additional structures or additional components. Appearances of the phrase "in an embodiment", "in another embodiment" and similar language throughout this specification may, but not necessarily do, all refer to the same embodiment.

[0023] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this disclosure belongs. The system, methods, and examples provided herein are only illustrative and not intended to be limiting.

[0024] In the following specification and the claims, reference will be made to a number of terms, which shall be defined to have the following meanings. The singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.

[0025] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to an assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings. The assembly includes one or more gear wheels adapted to rotate clockwise or anticlockwise by means of gear motor. The gear motor is operated by a remote sensor. The assembly includes a shaft rod coupled to the one or more gear wheels. The shaft rod is adapted to rotate by cause of the one or more gear wheels. The shaft rod includes a pinion gear to convert the rotation of the shaft rod to a vertical movement. The shaft rod includes a piston rod coupled to the pinion gear. The piston rod is adapted to receive the vertical movement. The assembly includes a plurality of bearing wheels positioned on a plurality of trays wherein the plurality of bearing wheels is operated by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels. The assembly includes a plurality of metal strips positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling. The metal strip is adapted to cover one or more gaps when the first false ceiling moves downwards. The plurality of metal strips includes a slider with a slider bearing. The slider is coupled to the plurality of metal strips by means of a fastening mechanism. The slider is adapted to open and close the plurality of metal strips. The piston rod moves the plurality of bearing wheels thereby lifting a first false ceiling upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction. The first false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the first false ceiling moving upwards thereby pushing a second false ceiling to take the place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The second false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the second false ceiling moving upwards thereby pushing a third false ceiling to take the place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction.

[0026] FIG. 1 is a block diagram representation of an assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The assembly (100) includes one or more gear wheels (110) adapted to rotate clockwise or anticlockwise by means of gear motor (112). The gear wheels (110) are cylindrical components having cut teeth around outer circumference. Further, the gear wheels (110) operate in pairs, allowing the transfer of rotational motion and torque. The gear motor (112) is a type of electric motor specifically designed to drive mechanical components using one of more gear wheels (110). The gear motor (112) is used for providing the necessary rotational motion to one or more gear wheels (110). The gear motor (112) is operated by a remote sensor (114). The remote sensor (114) is located at a proximity to the assembly (100) and serves as a means of controlling the gear motor (112) without direct physical interaction. The remote sensor (114) is configured to receive a signal to switch between the multiple false ceilings from at least one of a remote operated by a user and a switch mechanism mounted on a wall. Further, the gear motor (112) is coupled to a timer that causes the switch between the multiple false ceilings at predetermined time periods. In one embodiment, the user may set the timer interval to determine how long a displayed design will persist.

[0027] In an embodiment, the user may control the switching between multiple false ceilings using a user device. A dedicated mobile application allows users to connect to the assembly (100) via wireless communication. It is to be noted that the user device may comprise, but is not limited to, a mobile phone, desktop computer, portable digital assistant (PDA), smart phone, tablet, ultra-book, netbook, laptop, multi-processor system, microprocessor -based or programmable consumer electronic system, or any other communication device that a user may use. In some embodiments, the user device may comprise a display module (not shown) to display information (for example, in the form of user interfaces). In further embodiments, the user device may comprise one or more of touch screens, accelerometers, gyroscopes, cameras, microphones, global positioning system (GPS) devices, and so forth. In another embodiment, the user may trigger the switching between multiple false ceilings by issuing voice commands to a voice assistant. Examples of voice assistants include Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant and the like.

[0028] The assembly (100) includes a shaft rod (116) coupled to the one or more gear wheels (110). The shaft rod (116) is a long, slender component integrated into the assembly (100). The shaft rod (116) is adapted to rotate by cause of the one or more gear wheels (110). The shaft rod (116) includes a pinion gear ( 118) to convert the rotation of the shaft rod ( 116) to a vertical movement. The pinion gear (118) is a specialized gear located on the shaft rod (116). The shaft rod (116) includes a piston rod (120) coupled to the pinion gear (118). The piston rod (120) is adapted to receive vertical movement. The vertical movement conversion refers to a process by which the rotational motion of the shaft rod (116) is transformed into linear motion along a vertical axis. Further, allowing controlled upward or downward movement. The pinion gear (118) includes a slider and a vertical rod fixed to the ceiling.

[0029] The assembly (100) includes a plurality of bearing wheels (122) positioned on a plurality of trays wherein the plurality of bearing wheels is operated by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels (110). The plurality of bearing wheels (122) is coupled to a plurality of aluminum composite panel (ACP) sheets (also referred to as the plurality of trays) used to exhibit the multiple false ceilings. The plurality of aluminum composite panel sheets are versatile building material that consists of two thin aluminum sheets bonded to a non-aluminum core material. The core material is usually made of a lightweight and non-reactive substance, such as polyethylene, mineral-filled fire-resistant material and the like. It will be appreciated to those skilled in the art that, although ACP sheets are used to exhibit the multiple false ceilings, any other suitable material can be used to achieve the same purpose.

[0030] The assembly (100) includes a plurality of metal strips (134) positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling. The plurality of metal strips (134) is adapted to cover one or more gaps when the first false ceiling (124) moves downwards. The plurality of metal strips (134) includes a slider (130) with a slider bearing (132). The slider (130) is coupled to the plurality of metal strips (134) by means of a fastening mechanism. The slider ( 130) is adapted to open and close the plurality of metal strips (134). The fastening mechanism is a hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism is a type of mechanical device that enables rotational movement between two objects around a fixed axis. The hinge mechanism serves as the fastening mechanism that couples the slider (130) to the plurality of metal strips (134) positioned along the edges of the ceiling. The hinge mechanism allows the slider ( 130) to open and close the plurality of metal strips ( 134) as needed.

[0031] The piston rod (120) moves the plurality of bearing wheels (122) thereby lifting a first false ceiling (124) upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction. The first false ceiling (124) acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the first false ceiling (124) moving upwards thereby pushing a second false ceiling (126) to take the place of the first false ceiling (124), in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The second false ceiling (126) acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the second false ceiling (126) moving upwards thereby pushing a third false ceiling (128) to take the place of the second false ceiling (126), in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. This results in the transition or switch between multiple false ceilings. It must be noted that the said assembly (100) is capable of switching between any required number of false ceilings and should not be limited to the said three false ceilings.

[0032] Further, the assembly (100) includes a plurality of light-emitting diode lights prefixed for each of the multiple false ceilings.

[0033] Consider an example, user 'X' has installed an assembly to switch between multiple false ceilings in his / her living room. Using the remote control, 'X' selects the first false ceiling option, which may be a circular pattern, for 24 hours. By operating a remote, the user 'X' selects the first false ceiling, which is a circular design from available options, prompting the gear motor to initiate movement, and the gear wheels begin to rotate clockwise. After 24 hours or upon completion of the first false ceiling moving upwards, thereby pushing a second false ceiling to take the place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The second false ceiling design is a square design for the next 24 hours because of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction. Upon completion of the second false ceiling, moving upwards pushes a third false ceiling, which is a square design with horizontal strips to take the place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. User ‘X’ customizes time intervals for each design, experiencing a changing ambiance over hours, days, weeks, months, and years.

[0034] FIG. 2(a) illustrates a flow chart representing the steps involved in a method to switch between multiple false ceilings in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. FIG. 2(b) illustrates continued steps of the method of FIG. 2(a) in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The method (200) includes receiving, by a remote sensor, a signal to switch between the multiple false ceilings from at least one of a remote operated by a user and a switch mechanism mounted on a wall in step 210. The remote sensor is located at a proximity to the assembly and serves as a means of controlling the gear motor without direct physical interaction. The remote sensor is configured to receive a signal to switch between the multiple false ceilings from at least one of a remote operated by a user and a switch mechanism mounted on a wall.

[0035] The method (200) includes rotating, by the gear motor, one or more gear wheels in a clockwise or anticlockwise direction. The gear motor is operated by the remote sensor in step 215. Gear wheels are cylindrical components having cut teeth around outer circumference. Gear wheels operate in pairs, allowing the transfer of rotational motion and torque. The gear motor is a type of electric motor specifically designed to drive mechanical components using one of more gear wheels. The gear motor is used for providing the necessary rotational motion to one or more gear wheels.

[0036] The method (200) includes rotating, by the cause of the one or more gear wheels, a shaft rod in step 220. The shaft rod is a long, slender component integrated into the assembly. The shaft rod is adapted to rotate by cause of the one or more gear wheels.

[0037] The method (200) includes converting, by a pinion gear, the rotation of the shaft rod to a vertical movement in step 225. The vertical movement conversion refers to a process by which the rotational motion of the shaft rod is transformed into linear motion along a vertical axis. Further, allowing controlled upward or downward movement.

[0038] The method (200) includes receiving, by the piston rod, the vertical movement in step 230.

[0039] The method (200) includes operating, by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels, a plurality of bearing wheels, on a plurality of trays in step 235. The plurality of bearing wheels is coupled to a plurality of aluminum composite panel sheets used to exhibit the multiple false ceilings.

[0040] The method (200) includes covering, by a plurality of metal strips positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling, one or more gaps when the first false ceiling moves downwards in step 240.

[0041] The method (200) includes opening and closing, by a slider with a slider bearing, of the plurality of metal strips by means of a fastening mechanism in step 245. The fastening mechanism is a hinge mechanism. The hinge mechanism is a type of mechanical device that enables rotational movement between two objects around a fixed axis. The hinge mechanism serves as the fastening mechanism that couples the slider to the plurality of metal strips positioned along the edges of the ceiling. The hinge mechanism allows the slider to open and close the plurality of metal strips as needed.

[0042] The method (200) includes lifting, by the piston rod, a first false ceiling upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction in step 250.

[0043] The method (200) includes pushing, by the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the first false ceiling moving upwards, a second false ceiling to take place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The first false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period in step 255.

[0044] The method (200) includes pushing, by the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the second false ceiling moving upwards, a third false ceiling to take place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction. The second false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period in step 260.

[0045] Various embodiments of the assembly switch between multiple false ceilings and a method thereof as described above provides multiple false ceilings design changes. However, the users may effortlessly alter the appearance of interior spaces, aligning them with a diverse range of aesthetics, moods, occasions and the like. Further, the assembly eliminates the need for frequent reconstruction. Users may adjust the ceiling design without the hassle of labor-intensive processes, saving time, effort, and resources. The use of a timer on the assembly helps the user to set the time at which the user wants to keep a particular design, which may reduce manual work to make changes to the multiple false ceiling designs.

[0046] It will be understood by those skilled in the art that the foregoing general description and the following detailed description are exemplary and explanatory of the disclosure and are not intended to be restrictive thereof.

[0047] While specific language has been used to describe the disclosure, any limitations arising on account of the same are not intended. As would be apparent to a person skilled in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein. The figures and the foregoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment. For example, the order of processes described herein may be changed and are not limited to the manner described herein. Moreover, the actions of any flow diagram need not be implemented in the order shown; nor do all of the acts need to be necessarily performed. Also, those acts that are not dependent on other acts may be performed in parallel with the other acts. The scope of embodiments is by no means limited by these specific examples.

Claims

I CLAIM:

1. An assembly (100) to switch between multiple false ceilings, comprising: one or more gear wheels (110) adapted to rotate clockwise or anticlockwise by means of gear motor (112), wherein the gear motor (112) is operated by a remote sensor (114); a shaft rod (116) coupled to the one or more gear wheels (110) wherein the shaft rod (116) is adapted to rotate by cause of the one or more gear wheels (110) and wherein the shaft rod (116) comprises: a pinion gear (118) to convert the rotation of the shaft rod (116) to a vertical movement; and a piston rod (120) coupled to the pinion gear (118) wherein the piston rod (120) is adapted to receive the vertical movement; a plurality of bearing wheels (122) positioned on a plurality of trays wherein the plurality of bearing wheels (122) is operated by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels (110); a plurality of metal strips ( 134) positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling wherein the plurality of metal strips (134) is adapted to cover one or more gaps when the first false ceiling (124) moves downwards, wherein the plurality of metal strips (134) comprises: a slider (130) with a slider bearing (132), wherein the slider (130) is coupled to the plurality of metal strips (134) by means of a fastening mechanism and wherein the slider (130) is adapted to open and close the plurality of metal strips (134); wherein the piston rod (120) moves the plurality of bearing wheels (122) thereby lifting a first false ceiling (124) upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction; wherein the first false ceiling (124) acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the first false ceiling (124) moving upwards thereby pushing a second false ceiling (126) to take the placeof the first false ceiling (124), in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction; and wherein the second false ceiling (126) acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period by cause of the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the second false ceiling (126) moving upwards thereby pushing a third false ceiling (128) to take the place of the second false ceiling (126), in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction.

2. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the remote sensor (114) is configured to receive a signal to switch between the multiple false ceilings from at least one of a remote operated by a user and a switch mechanism mounted on a wall.

3. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the gear motor (112) is coupled to a timer that causes the switch between the multiple false ceilings at predetermined time periods.

4. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the pinion gear (118) comprises a slider and a vertical rod fixed to a ceiling.

5. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the fastening mechanism is a hinge mechanism.

6. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein a plurality of light-emitting diode lights are prefixed for each of the multiple false ceilings.

7. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of bearing wheels (122) is coupled to a plurality of aluminum composite panel sheets used to exhibit the multiple false ceilings.

8. The assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the piston rod (120) is mounted to a first false ceiling (124) at a first end and is fixed to the ceiling at a second end.

9. A method (200) to switch between multiple false ceilings, comprising:receiving, by a remote sensor, a signal to switch between the multiple false ceilings from at least one of a remote operated by a user and a switch mechanism mounted on a wall; (210) rotating, by the gear motor, one or more gear wheels in a clockwise or anticlockwise direction, wherein the gear motor is operated by the remote sensor; (215) rotating, by the cause of the one or more gear wheels, a shaft rod; (220) converting, by a pinion gear, the rotation of the shaft rod to a vertical movement; (225) receiving, by the piston rod, the vertical movement; (230) operating, by cause of the rotation of the one or more gear wheels, a plurality of bearing wheels positioned on a plurality of trays; (235) covering, by a plurality of metal strips positioned along a plurality of edges of the ceiling, one or more gaps when the first false ceiling moves downwards; (240) opening and closing, by a slider with a slider bearing, of the plurality of metal strips by means of a fastening mechanism; (245) lifting, by the piston rod, a first false ceiling upwards, in response to the gear wheel rotating in the clockwise direction; (250) pushing, by the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the first false ceiling moving upwards, a second false ceiling to take place of the first false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction, wherein the first false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period; (255) and pushing, by the gear wheel rotating in the anti-clockwise direction upon completion of the second false ceiling moving upwards, a third false ceiling to take place of the second false ceiling, in response to the gear wheel rotating subsequently in a clockwise direction, wherein the second false ceiling acts as a plan ceiling for a predetermined time period. (260)

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