Smart fender

Abstract

This invention is about a smart fender that can be used to prevent collisions for marine vessels of all widths and lengths and its characterized by; a fender body (1), which is airtight, high pressure and friction resistant PVC fabric, chrome and a 360° rotatable fixing ring (9), positioned at the bottom and top of the fender body (1), a control unit (2), which is screwed into the fender body (1) in an airtight manner by means of the teeth on it and fixed by safety pins, an air compressor (3) inside the control unit (2) that inflates the fender body (1) when necessary, a vacuum pump (6), located inside the control unit (2), which absorbs the air in the fender body (1) when necessary and dampens the body, a manual control (5) with a control screen (4) positioned on the upper surface of the control unit (2), a shock absorber (10), which absorbs the pressure that may come to the control unit (2) and allows the parts inside to be protected, a safety valve (7) that discharges excess pressurized air to prevent explosion at high shock pressures, a waterproof rechargeable power source (8) and it consists of a special software and / or an artificial intelligence-supported smart circuit within the control unit (2) that allows the system to be controlled by connecting via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

Description

[0001] SMART FENDER

[0002] Technical Field:

[0003] This invention is about a smart fender that can be used to prevent collisions for marine vessels of all widths and lengths.

[0004] State of the Art:

[0005] Fender; It is a cushion-like material used to prevent possible collisions when marine vehicles dock at the dock.

[0006] Fenders, which should be on large and small marine vehicles such as boats, ships and yachts, are a means of protection for all types of marine vehicles. Fenders hung on the sides of marine vessels are important in preventing possible collisions and damage when docking in areas such as docks and piers.

[0007] Especially on boats of 15 meters and above, since the number of fenders, diameters and lengths are large and numerous, there is a problem of places to place these fenders at the marina - port exits during sailing. In current systems, fender sizes for 30, 40, 50, 60 and 100 meter motor yachts (moteryachts) and mega yachts are between 1-2 meters in diameter and 1.5-3 meters in length. These fenders, which are quite heavy and large in diameter, take up a lot of space while sailing and are very difficult to put in place. Since it cannot be collected easily, cruises are often taken without being collected, creating an ugly appearance.

[0008] In the application numbered TR200802604, “Cylinder rotating rubber fender” is described. The invention relates to devices with fenders that prevent the vehicles from being damaged while docking, so that sea transport vehicles can easily dock at the port; The support body, which is used to prevent the lateral contact surfaces of all kinds of marine vessels from abrasion and impact, is positioned on the pier support element, and has support elements with slots to which the fenders are connected; fender shaft, which connects the fenders to the support elements and prevents impacts caused by friction on the marine vessels; It is related to the shaft bearing containing shaft bearing cavities formed in the said fender, which provides the connection of the shaft with the fender and the support element.

[0009] In the application numbered TR200604402, “Fender with increased strength” is described. Fenders are flexible materials used to reduce the harmful effects of impacts that may occur, especially on marine vessels and piers, during docking and similar movements. Improvements have been made to the fender due to rusting, wear, security, maintenance and repair, and shock absorption problems. With the innovation made in the metal circle placed inside the fender and its design, its strength has been increased, its installation has been facilitated, and its economic life has been extended. Safer use is ensured by preventing severe friction of metal materials for connection purposes.

[0010] The above-mentioned applications discussed fenders currently available on the market. Collecting the fenders mentioned is both a difficult and time-consuming process. Additionally, they are not high-cost products in terms of the materials used and do not offer any extra functional features.

[0011] The above-mentioned applications discussed fenders currently available on the market. Collecting the fenders mentioned is both a difficult and time-consuming process. Additionally, they are not high-cost products in terms of the materials used and do not offer any extra functional features.

[0012] As a result, there is a need for a new technology that can overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages, takes up little space, is safe to use, can be controlled via a mobile application or software, is lightweight, and has low cost.

[0013] Description of the Invention: This invention is a smart fender that can overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages, and its characterized by; It is a new technology that takes up little space, is safe to use, can be controlled via a mobile application or software, is lightweight and low-cost.

[0014] The smart fender takes up minimal space and is lightweight. It is safe and healthy to use. It can be used both vertically and horizontally. It can be stored. One of its most important features is that it can be easily connected to the desired location, and that the internal pressure can be adjusted as desired. In case of explosion, it gives a light and audible warning, and since the control unit is removable, it can be replaced easily. With the invention, all creeping problems in existing systems have been prevented.

[0015] It gives a light / audio warning in case of any explosion or rupture. It works with remote access. It maintains the same pressure automatically during weather changes (day / night).

[0016] Thanks to the easy fixing of the parts that make up the invention, it is easy to install and costs are low thanks to the short assembly time. Additionally, the invention has a solid structure.

[0017] Description of the Figures:

[0018] The invention will be described with reference to the accompanying figures, so that the features of the invention will be more clearly understood and appreciated, but the purpose of this is not to limit the invention to these certain regulations. On the contrary, it is intended to cover all alternatives, changes and equivalences that can be included in the area of the invention defined by the accompanying claims. The details shown should be understood that they are shown only for the purpose of describing the preferred embodiments of the present invention and are presented in order to provide the most convenient and easily understandable description of both the shaping of methods and the rules and conceptual features of the invention. In these drawings.

[0019] Figure 1 It is the general view of the system..

[0020] Figure 2 It is a perspective view of the fender body. Figure 3 This is the front view of the fender body.

[0021] Figure 4 It is a perspective view of the fixing ring.

[0022] Figure 5 This is the internal view of the control unit.

[0023] Figure 6 It is the view of the fender body in an upright position.

[0024] Figure 7 It is the view of the fender body in horizontal position.

[0025] The figures to help understand the present invention are numbered as indicated in the attached image and are given below along with their names.

[0026] Description of Reference:

[0027] 1. Fender body

[0028] 1.1. Design and Advertising Area

[0029] 2. Control unit

[0030] 2.1. Male Thread

[0031] 3. Air compressor

[0032] 4. Screen

[0033] 5. Manual control

[0034] 6. Vacuum pump

[0035] 7. Safety valve

[0036] 8. Power source

[0037] 9. Fixing ring

[0038] 10. Shock Absorber

[0039] Description of The Invention:

[0040] The invention consists of a fender body (1), which is airtight, high pressure and friction resistant PVC fabric, a chrome and 360° rotating fixing ring (9) positioned at the bottom and top of the fender body (1), airtight inside the fender body (1), the control unit (2), which is fixed by safety pins by means of the teeth on it, is inside the control unit (2), the air compressor (3) that inflates the fender body (1) when necessary, is inside the control unit (2) and is located on the fender body (1) when necessary, vacuum pump (6) which dampens the body by taking in the air present, control screen (4) positioned on the upper surface of the control unit (2) and manual control (5), which dampens the pressure that may come to the control unit (2) and allows the parts inside to be protected, shock absorber (10), safety valve (7) that discharges excess pressurized air to prevent explosion at high shock pressures, a waterproof rechargeable power source (8) and control unit (2) by connecting via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, it consists of a special software and / or an artificial intelligence-supported smart circuit that allows the system to be controlled.

[0041] The invention has a solar panel that can create an alternative energy source to the power source (8). The invention includes a smart circuit that gives a light and audible warning in case the fender body (1) collapses.

[0042] The invention includes a design and advertising area (1.1) on the fender body (1) that can be used as a cladding or display as a result of a special printing. The invention has a shock absorber (10) positioned to surround the control unit (2).

[0043] The invention has a device connected via screen (4) and / or manual control (5) and / or Wi-Fi-Bluetooth, which allows the internal pressure to be adjusted as desired. The invention has a fixing ring (9) that allows the fender body (1) to stand in both vertical and horizontal positions.

[0044] The invention has a control unit (2) made of durable hard plastic that is waterproof from inside and outside.

[0045] Detailed Description of The Invention:

[0046] The parts that make up the invention are basically; fender body (1), control unit (2), air compressor (3), screen (4), manual control (5), vacuum pump (6), safety valve (7), power source (8), fixing ring ( 9) and shock absorber (10). There is a design and advertising area (1.1) on the fender body (1). By vacuuming the air inside the fender body (1) with the vacuum pump (6), the fender size can be reduced by up to 10% of the height. It has a fender body (1) made of high- strength puncture-proof, tear-proof, air-tight fabric. It is quite light. It is manufactured in pipe form. Thanks to the 360o rotating fixing ring (9), it can be used both vertically and horizontally. Thanks to the safety valve (7), it does not explode at high shock pressures, it discharges the excess pressurized air and again pumps air with the air compressor (3) and brings it to the set pressure level.

[0047] It gives a light / audio warning in case of any explosion or rupture. It works with remote access. It maintains the same pressure automatically during weather changes (day / night).

[0048] The upper unit, which houses the fender control unit (2) in a waterproof manner from inside and outside, is made of durable hard plastic. This control unit (2) is mounted airtight on the fender body (1) and is screwed into the part made of durable hard plastic by means of the teeth on it, and fixed with safety pins. This slot is the control unit (2) slot. During the cruise, the fender, which is pulled onto the deck, is removed from the fender body (1) and taken to the area where it can be charged and stored. It is light and small in size and the control unit (2) is stored in the dismantled fender body (1) storage area. If necessary, the control unit (2) is attached to the fender body (1) and when the start is started, the fender body (1) is instantly inflated and becomes ready for use.

Claims

CLAIMS1. The invention is about smart fenders and its characterized by; a fender body (1), which is airtight, high pressure and friction resistant PVC fabric, chrome and a 360° rotatable fixing ring (9), positioned at the bottom and top of the fender body (1), a control unit (2), which is screwed into the fender body (1) in an airtight manner by means of the teeth on it and fixed by safety pins, an air compressor (3) inside the control unit (2) that inflates the fender body (1) when necessary, a vacuum pump (6), located inside the control unit (2), which absorbs the air in the fender body (1) when necessary and dampens the body, a manual control (5) with a control screen (4) positioned on the upper surface of the control unit (2), a shock absorber (10), which absorbs the pressure that may come to the control unit (2) and allows the parts inside to be protected, a safety valve (7) that discharges excess pressurized air to prevent explosion at high shock pressures, a waterproof rechargeable power source (8) and it consists of a special software and / or an artificial intelligence-supported smart circuit within the control unit (2) that allows the system to be controlled by connecting via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth.

2. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; having a solar panel that can create an alternative energy source to the power source (8).

3. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; the fact that it contains a smart circuit that gives a light and audible warning in case the fender body (1) goes off.

4. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; the fact that it contains a design and advertising area (1.1) on the fender body (1) that can be used as a cladding or display as a result of a special printing.

5. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; having a shock absorber (10) positioned surrounding the control unit (2).

6. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; having a screen (4) and / or manual control (5) and / or a device connected via Wi-Fi-Bluetooth, which allows the internal pressure to be adjusted as desired.

7. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; the fact that the fender body (1) has a fixing ring (9) that allows it to stand in both vertical and horizontal positions.

8. As mentioned in Claim 1, It is a smart fender and its characterized by; having a control unit (2) made of durable hard plastic that is waterproof from inside and outside.

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