System for structure condition monitoring with crisis management capability

Abstract

Disclosed herein is a system comprised of two components: a plurality of sensors and a controller. This plurality of sensors, which can be installed in a variety of locations, are capable of measuring parameters such as temperature, humidity, pressure, vibration, angle, vertical and horizontal magnetic orientation, inclination, and displacement and acceleration of displacement across coordinate axes. The controller is designed to read the data from these sensors and connect to other devices for control during crisis situations (like controlling elevators, gas and water outlets, etc.). The controller can autonomously manage conditions as needed. Furthermore, the controller, equipped with various ports like Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and USB, can connect to a computer. The sensors, which are packaged in a coin-like form, can be embedded in concrete and other materials or connected adjacently. They can measure parameters and transmit them to the controller.

Description

SYSTEM FOR STRUCTURE CONDITION MONITORING WITH CRISIS MANAGEMENT CAPABILITYTECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present disclosure, generally, pertains to the field of crisis management and, specifically, relates to monitoring systems. This invention, more specifically, aims to manage before, during and after the crisis by measuring the parameters affecting the health of the structures at the moment using accurate and appropriate information.BACKGROUND ART

[0002] The present invention is situated within the context of smart monitoring systems for structures, a field that has seen significant advancements yet also faces considerable challenges. Traditionally, smarting has been primarily applied to devices within structures, such as lighting and temperature regulation systems. However, the monitoring of the health of the structures themselves, particularly in the face of phenomena such as floods, earthquakes, fires, landslides, and other natural or man-made accidents, has been largely overlooked.

[0003] Existing methods for crisis management during such incidents often rely on individual creativity, experience, and guesswork, with observations typically being superficial and inaccurate due to the time constraints imposed by the crisis situation. The present invention aims to address this gap by providing a system that measures parameters affecting the health of structures in real-time, thereby enabling accurate and appropriate information to be used for crisis management before, during, and after an incident.

[0004] In terms of assessing the health of structures, the work done to date has been limited, with most methods focusing on individual components of a structure, such as concrete. Common techniques include the use of ultrasonics to monitor concrete surfaces and examine cracks, the addition of various additives to concrete to enhance its resistance to corrosion or freezing, and the application of coatings such as primer and anti-rust to increase its resistance against corrosion.

[0005] Fire extinguishing and alarm systems are also prevalent in buildings, with central devices that trigger an audio alarm or initiate water spraying from ceiling nozzles upon detection of the smell of burning smoke. More recently, the use of quadcopters or unmannedaerial vehicles (UAVs) for aerial imaging and subsequent processing of surveillance images has been observed.

[0006] However, these methods are often isolated in their approach and do not provide a comprehensive solution for monitoring the health of structures, especially in the face of various potential crises. The present invention seeks to address this need by providing a holistic, smart monitoring system for structures, thereby contributing to the advancement of the field and enhancing the safety and resilience of structures.SUMMARY OF THE DISCLOSURE

[0007] This summary is intended to provide an overview of the subject matter of the present disclosure, and is not intended to identify essential elements or key elements of the subject matter, nor is it intended to be used to determine the scope of the claimed implementations. The proper scope of the present disclosure may be ascertained from the claims set forth below in view of the detailed description below and the drawings.

[0008] According to one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, a system for monitoring condition of a structure is disclosed. In an exemplary embodiment, the system may include a sensor assembly and a controller unit. In an exemplary embodiment, the sensor assembly may be configured to be utilized either by embedding it in mediums such as soil, concrete, or water, or by establishing a contact connection with a desired location for analysis and monitoring purposes.

[0009] In an exemplary embodiment, the sensor assembly may include a cylindrical body and a plurality of sensors. In an exemplary embodiment, the cylindrical body may include a protective cap. In an exemplary embodiment, the cylindrical body may be made of resins with fireproof characteristics and slow erosion rate. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of sensors may be embedded in the cylindrical body.

[0010] In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of sensors may include a displacement sensor, a displacement acceleration sensor, a magnetic orientation sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a knocking sensor, an angle, and slope detection sensor, a three-axis compass module, a gyroscope module, a gas sensor, a microwave sensor, a pressure sensor, and an odor sensor. In an exemplary embodiment, the sensor assembly may further include aWi-Fi and Bluetooth module, a connector, a sensor battery, a sensor charging port, and a charging circuit.

[0011] In an exemplary embodiment, the controller unit may be in data communication with the plurality of sensors through a wireless connection, wired connection, or a combination thereof. In an exemplary embodiment, the controller unit may be configured to establish a network with computers and similar systems via its embedded wired and wireless ports and, to thereby, allow for scalability and the dissemination of information across large urban and suburban areas.

[0012] In an exemplary embodiment, the controller unit may be equipped with a plurality of onboard relays and various connectors. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of onboard relays and various connectors may allow the controller unit to be positioned in optimal locations for establishing connections with other devices, such as elevators, gas meters, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, the controller unit may be configured to interface with other relay boards, enabling it to control any electrical device, regardless of its power, in crisis management scenarios through disconnecting, connecting, or limiting the power.

[0013] In an exemplary embodiment, the controller unit may include a main frame, an electronic board, a relay, a plurality of signal transmission ports for connectivity to additional relays, a plurality of ports for connecting to the sensor assembly, an industrial port for networking and connecting to computers and other boards, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless ports a CAN bus port, a USB port, a controller charging port, and a controller battery.

[0014] In an exemplary embodiment, the controller unit may further include a display screen to display a schematic of the structure and parameters received from the plurality of sensors graphically and numerically, a plurality of buttons for navigation and data communication between menus to monitor the status and data transmitted by each sensor from the plurality of sensors, a plurality of indicator lights for displaying status, an internal warning buzzer, a memory for storing neural networks and artificial intelligence algorithms, and a processor associated with the memory. In an exemplary embodiment, the processor may be configured to analyze input data from the plurality of sensors and execute operations. In an exemplary embodiment, the processor configured to generate and execute operations and recommendations before, during, and after a crisis utilizing various techniques such as machine learning and deep learning.BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0015] The drawing figures depict one or more implementations in accord with the present teachings, by way of example only, not by way of limitation. In the figures, like reference numerals refer to the same or similar elements.

[0016] FIG. 1 illustrates a view of a system for structure condition monitoring with crisis management capability, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0017] FIG. 2 illustrates a view of a controller unit, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.

[0018] FIG. 3 illustrates an example computer system in which an embodiment of the present invention, or portions thereof, may be implemented as computer-readable code, consistent with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure.DESCRIPTION OF EMBODIMENTS

[0019] In the following detailed description, numerous specific details are set forth by way of examples in order to provide a thorough understanding of the relevant teachings. However, it should be apparent that the present teachings may be practiced without such details. In other instances, well known methods, procedures, components, and / or circuitry have been described at a relatively high-level, without detail, in order to avoid unnecessarily obscuring aspects of the present teachings.

[0020] The following detailed description is presented to enable a person skilled in the art to make and use the methods and devices disclosed in exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. For purposes of explanation, specific nomenclature is set forth to provide a thorough understanding of the present disclosure. However, it will be apparent to one skilled in the art that these specific details are not required to practice the disclosed exemplary embodiments. Descriptions of specific exemplary embodiments are provided only as representative examples. Various modifications to the exemplary implementations will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other implementations and applications without departing from the scope of the present disclosure. The present disclosure is not intended to be limited to the implementations shown, but is to be accorded the widest possible scope consistent with the principles and features disclosed herein.

[0021] FIG. 1 shows a view of a system 100 for structure condition monitoring with crisis management capability, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. FIG. 2 shows a view of controller unit 102, consistent with one or more exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. As shown in FIG. 1, in an exemplary embodiment, system 100 may include a sensor assembly 101 and a controller unit 102. In an exemplary embodiment, sensor assembly 101 may be configured to be utilized either by embedding it in mediums such as soil, concrete, or water, or by establishing a contact connection with a desired location for analysis and monitoring purposes. As further shown in FIG. 1, in an exemplary embodiment, sensor assembly 101 may include a cylindrical body 111. In an exemplary embodiment, cylindrical body 111 may be made of resins with fireproof characteristics and slow erosion rate. In an exemplary embodiment, sensor assembly 101 may further include a plurality of sensors. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may be in data communication with the plurality of sensors. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 is in data communication with the plurality of sensors through a wireless connection, wiredconnection, or a combination thereof. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of sensors may be embedded in cylindrical body 111. In an exemplary embodiment, cylindrical body 111 comprises a protective cap 112. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of sensors may include a displacement sensor, a displacement acceleration sensor, a magnetic orientation sensor, a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a knocking sensor, an angle and slope detection sensor, a three-axis compass module, a gyroscope module, a gas sensor, a microwave sensor, a pressure sensor, and an odor sensor. In an exemplary embodiment, sensor assembly 111 may further include a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module, a connector, a sensor battery, a sensor charging port, and a charging circuit.

[0022] Regarding the knocking sensor, it is an analog sensor that is sensitive to shock or vibration, and its signal pin changes when it receives a shock or vibration. Its physical operation is such that a thin coil and a smooth core are located in the middle of the coil, which is made of dry and springy wire. In case of vibration, the coil collides with the core and this movement is amplified and measured by the circuit. The intensity of the vibration is displayed spectrally by the output pin, and a higher voltage means more severe vibration. The digital vibration sensor also has an inductive trigger key that stimulates its spring vibration and converts the output pin from zero to one in case of vibration detection. In the sensor assembly of the invention, both digital and analog types are used, the outputs of each are sent to the main microcontroller and the analyses are performed there.

[0023] Regarding the angle and slope detection sensor, angle and slope detection sensors can have an output voltage proportional to the measured rotation angle. Any change in the rotation angle leads to a change in the resistance value in the sensor. In addition to this mechanism, another method has been used. It’s a vertical or horizontal detection mechanism that uses a metal ball to connect and disconnect two pins in a closed compartment. If the sensor goes beyond a certain angle, it changes the two device pins from CLOSED to OPEN, and vice versa. Only when the tilt sensor is in its vertical position, the metal balls inside the tilt sensor bridge the two contacts and complete the circuit. When the sensor tilts beyond the sensitivity range, the contacts move away and as a result, the circuit opens. The measurement results of both methods are sent to the microcontroller and compared with each other.

[0024] Regarding the three-axis compass module, separate measurements are made for each of the X, Y, Z coordinate axes using a specific mechanism. Using the Earth’s magnetic field and comparing the S, N ends of it and the degree of match with each end, the compass number isdetermined in degrees 0-360. To record, measure, and display the amount of magnetism with an accuracy of 0.1 micro-Tesla (unit of magnetic flux measurement), it is used and has a measurement capability in the range of -1000 micro-Tesla to +1000 micro-Tesla, and its output is digital with a working frequency of 80 hertz. The basis of sensor manufacturing technology is based on PNI. High accuracy, low power consumption, low hysteresis (residue or “hysteresis”, a phenomenon that shows the dependence of the current state of a system on its previous states (path of changes). The hysteresis phenomenon, considering the previous history of control systems, can filter signals in such a way that the reaction speed of the output is slower than other times. For example, the thermostat controller of a heating system may be set in such a way that when the ambient temperature reaches a value less than A, the system turns on and turns off after the temperature reaches a value greater than B.), a wide range of measurement and high measurement rate are the most important positive points of this magnetometer module.

[0025] Regarding the gyroscope module, the 6-axis gyroscope module is based on the 6050MPU and has a three-axis accelerometer and a three-axis MEMS gyroscope. The accuracy of the analog-to-digital converter module is 12 bits and can have the Y, X, and Z axes at one time. The 6050MPU 6-axis gyroscope module, model P61JY, using a digital processor, provides 4 outputs for achieving high accuracy in slow and fast movements in the sensor so that the user can change the measurement range proportional to acceleration or speed. For this purpose, in the gyroscope part of the sensor, four ranges, +250, +500, +1000, and +2000 degrees per second, and in the accelerometer part of the sensor, four ranges of G+16, G+8, G+4, G+2 will be selectable for the user. In addition, it provides the possibility that by measuring the coordinates of the three axes Z Y X and changing the values of Y X, the direction and movement can be determined and it can be used like a pedometer. Combining this mechanism with a compass and performing calculations can simulate the output of motion detection without using GPS, which is especially useful for the application of the invention in detecting mountain collapse, avalanche, mine, network displacement, pipes, towers, etc. Also, the Kalman filter is used to purify the data in the method.

[0026] Regarding the gas sensor, it may be a metal oxide semiconductor (MOS) gas sensor that Under specific conditions (temperature), after the gas in the air comes into contact with the semiconductor materials, a chemical compound is formed. These compounds have a direct relationship with the oxidation reaction of the sensor, and thus the gas detection process iscarried out. An increase in the target gas causes a change in the semiconductor resistance, and by measuring the change in semiconductor resistance, one can determine the concentration of the gas.

[0027] As further shown in FIG. 1, in an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may include a main frame 121, an electronic board, a relay, a plurality of signal transmission ports for connectivity to additional relays, a plurality of ports 122 for connecting to the sensor assembly, an industrial port 123 for networking and connecting to computers and other boards, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless ports, a CAN bus port, a USB port 126, a controller charging port, a controller battery, and a display screen 124 to display a schematic of the structure and parameters received from the plurality of sensors graphically and numerically. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may further include a plurality of hooks 127. In an exemplary embodiment, plurality of hooks 127 may be configured to be screwed or closed with a belt fastener to connect to different substrates. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may further include a plurality of buttons 125 for navigation and data communication between menus to monitor the status and data transmitted by each sensor from the plurality of sensors. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may further include a plurality of indicator lights for displaying status and an internal warning buzzer. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may further include a memory and a processor 128 associated with the memory. In an exemplary embodiment, the memory may be configured for storing neural networks and artificial intelligence algorithms. In an exemplary embodiment, processor 128 may be configured to analyze input data from the plurality of sensors and execute operations. In an exemplary embodiment, processor 128 may be configured to generate and execute operations and recommendations before, during, and after a crisis utilizing various techniques such as machine learning and deep learning. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may be configured to establish a network with computers and similar systems via its embedded wired and wireless ports and, to thereby, allow for scalability and the dissemination of information across large urban and suburban areas. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may be equipped with a plurality of onboard relays and various connectors. In an exemplary embodiment, the plurality of onboard relays and various connectors may allow controller unit 102 to be positioned in optimal locations for establishing connections with other devices, such as elevators, gas meters, etc. In an exemplary embodiment, controller unit 102 may further be configured to interface with other relay boards, enabling it to control anyelectrical device, regardless of its power, in crisis management scenarios through disconnecting, connecting, or limiting the power.

[0028] As discussed above, typical systems and solutions rely on a feedback approach. This implies that an event must first take place, after which the system triggers the corresponding alarm and issues a warning. This reveals a deficiency in the lack of preventative control and online monitoring. Moreover, none of the systems have direct, real-time access to the structural framework. However, this shortfall is effectively addressed in the current invention.

[0029] The disclosed system comprises two main components: a plurality of sensors and a controller for these sensors. The sensor assembly is affixed to the concrete or metallic framework of the structure, continuously measuring a variety of parameters. These include vertical, horizontal, and inclined angles, temperature and humidity, vibration, acceleration of vibration and displacement, magnetic orientation, surface and weight pressure measurements, liquid pressure measurements, gas detection, gyroscope, IMU, and microwave. The controller component maintains real-time communication with the deployed sensors and is tasked with analyzing the collected measurement data.

[0030] The disclosed system utilizes hazard thresholds, which are adjustable and vary for each type of structure, to instantaneously measure and analyze parameters such as the temperature and humidity of the connected substrate, geographical and magnetic orientation, horizontal, vertical, and inclined angles, its pressure (and if liquid, the pressure of the substrate), substrate vibrations, acceleration of vibration, displacement, acceleration of displacement, and odor. If any of the parameters recorded by the system are repeatedly observed, the system does not take any action. However, if any of these parameters change in a way that approaches the pre-set danger limit, or if the system, using artificial intelligence algorithms and neural networks, determines that a significant and potentially hazardous change may occur (preventive) or is occurring (online), it begins to notify through various methods set for each structure (such as automatic alarms, message sending, connecting to other points via intemet / intranet, sirens, and danger flashers). It also initiates predefined actions based on the severity of the incident (such as cutting off gas, electricity, disabling the elevator, opening and closing valves or doors or windows, turning devices on or off, etc.). This system can disconnect, connect, limit, and control these actions. This invention allows for the measurement of the aforementioned parameters and the addition of new parameters based on user needs due to the system’sscalability and its ability to connect to various modules and other sensors, offering full customization.

[0031] The controller component of the sensors is equipped with various communication channels, including Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, GSM, USB port, and CAN bus. Depending on the installation environment and requirements, it can establish communication with similar or dissimilar devices using any of these channels. Following the installation of the sensors, the system stores a general layout and schema of the structure within its memory. Much like a graph, it continuously assesses the impact of changes in each sensor on the overall structure and executes different operations and scenarios under varying conditions. The power source for activating and operating the sensor array and the sensor controller array comes from electricity and batteries.

[0032] This system is designed for use in a variety of structures, with the most significant ones being:• Various Types of Buildings: The sensor can be positioned within (or mounted onto) a pillar or embedded in the ceiling. The controller can establish a wired connection with the sensor located within the pillar, and the installation site for the controller can be on the pillar or at another location.• Dam: Sensors can be installed within (or on) the dam wall. This allows for the issuance of necessary alarms in the event of incidents, prior to any damage or rupture of the dam wall.• Grade-Level and Non- Grade-Level Bridges: Sensors can be installed in the foundations and on the surface of the bridge.• Various Types of Tunnels: All kinds of tunnels, such as automobile tunnels, metros, and conduits, etc., can be outfitted with these sensors. This allows for the issuance of alarms in the event of changes and prior to any system collapse.• Mine: Much like a tunnel, a mine can also be outfitted with these sensors. This allows for the prevention of collapses and explosions, and the identification of the explosion site prior to an accident.• Towers: The use of these sensors in towers is particularly beneficial due to the challenging access and high maintenance costs. It offers a suitable solution and can preemptively prevent accidents from occurring.• Transmission Networks: Various types of transmission networks, particularly those involving pipes, are always susceptible to damage, especially under conditions of earthquakes and explosions. By utilizing these sensors, it is possible to ensure the stability of the pipes and also monitor for any leaks in real time.• Railways and Metro: By utilizing these sensors in railway lines, it is possible to ensure the integrity of the line and the absence of any displacements or fractures. In the event of an accident, it can provide precise information about the location of the incident.• Excavation: By integrating the sensors into a mesh configuration, the mesh array can be positioned on the sidewalls of the excavation site. This allows for the detection and reporting of any potential collapses, eliminating the need for a resident surveyor and intermittent surveying.• Refinery: The application of these sensors on the pipes within refineries, which are characterized by an abundance of pipes, can facilitate the early detection of damage, fractures, and wear and tear in the pipes. This is particularly useful in situations involving fires and explosions.• Mountain Collapse and Road Safety: One of the primary concerns associated with mountain roads is the potential for rockfalls due to various factors, as well as avalanches. By deploying these sensors in various configurations, both in mesh form and individually, and with cross-sectional areas in coin-like and circular shapes, it is possible to generate a comprehensive report detailing the extent and volume of any collapses at sensor-equipped locations.• Security: These sensors can be utilized in all locations where access is critical and safeguarded. At borders, whether delineated by fences or barbed wire, the presence of these sensors can prevent unauthorized displacement and cutting, as they are capable of detecting vibrations and changes. Consequently, it becomes impossible to dig a tunnel or to inflict damage on the wall and create a hole due to the detected vibrations.• Landslides: In regions susceptible to landslides or prone to subsidence, these sensors can be utilized to instantly detect such events.

[0033] The application of this system in crisis management involves real-time and continuous monitoring of all measurable parameters and reporting the instantaneous status to external stations (such as municipalities, fire departments, etc.). It also estimates and warns of collapses and landslides based on artificial intelligence algorithms and neural networks within thecontroller. The controller is connected to the computer by wire or wirelessly and shows all points of the graph and the general schema instantaneously. Also, if a TFT color monitor or similar is connected, this graphical chart can be displayed on the controller itself. Depending on the place of use, this invention can be used by being buried or connected.

[0034] The sensor assembly is protected inside an insulator, and the temperature and humidity sensor are outside the insulator. The shape of the insulator is like a coin. If this invention is used for a column in a concrete skeleton, it is used during concrete pouring inside the columns and slab or arch or shear wall, and the temperature / humidity sensor is also connected to the rebar, and the sensor set is buried in the concrete. For each type of concrete structure (including tunnel, dam, silo, base, etc.), this type of placement can be used, or it can be attached to the external surface of the concrete that has been previously built by demolition and internalization or without demolition and surface connection, and for iron columns and any kind of iron in the same way, surface connection, put to work.

[0035] This system measures any displacement in the three axes of coordinates along with displacement acceleration, angle changes, magnetic orientation and its changes, temperature, humidity, and smell, and if any of the types of structures have a change in one of these parameters, it can be a sign of an event and with the help of the system, the exact location of it and the time and acceleration of the change process can be examined and remedied before the disaster occurs. Also, in many cases during and after the accident, it is very important. For example, after an earthquake, it can conclude how much damage has occurred and whether it is repairable or needs to be rebuilt with the help of the system and examining the changes that have occurred.

[0036] By using this system in places like mines or excavations, this system can be a very good example for the surveillance system and by monitoring every moment, it can prevent any changes before the accident occurs and prevent loss of life. In mountain roads, the use of sensors of this invention can predict the displacement of large rock masses and even avalanches and in necessary cases, the necessary warnings for closing the road and securing it can be done. In transmission lines where access to pipes is difficult due to being underground, this system can examine the pressures applied to the pipe that cause it to break and warn before breaking. These pressures can have various factors such as land subsidence, earthquake, land subsidence, etc., and by finding the location or locations of damage, it can report the best accuracy with the least time and easily. This application is only for underground transmission networks, but alsofor oil towers and marine installations and also for ground transmission networks such as electricity network and towers, and can report any damage before it occurs, and this can be a significant help to control costs for maintenance and also not to lose and disrupt the transmission. In aerial tanks and refinery facilities, all pipes can also be equipped with these sensors to report any potential damage.

[0037] Burying the sensors in the building columns and setting up their controller allows the system to measure all vibrations and shocks at any moment. For instance, if a fire occurs in the building, the system can automatically open all doors, take elevators out of operation, and cut off electrical and gas controls. In the event of a fire spreading, it can examine the behavior of the structure and if the structure was heading towards collapse or breaking, it can issue its warnings and inform the rescue forces before the building collapses. This invention has multiple applications before, during, and after an incident and is completely different depending on the defined scenario. If this invention is installed on transmission pipes (water, gas, oil, sewage, etc.), it can identify the point of pipe breakage that is underground. In power transmission towers, before an incident for a tower and cutting off the transmission network, it can predict the line. In railway lines, it can confirm the correctness of the rail and its continuity, and if the rail is broken due to reasons such as land subsidence, earthquake, or other phenomena, it can give the necessary warning. It can confirm the safety of roads and has many other applications as discussed above.

[0038] The disclosed system provides significant benefits including, but not limited to, the capability to monitor the behavior of the structure and obtain precise information about changes that occur before, during, and after an incident, the capability to anticipate and issue warnings prior to, during, and following an incident, the capability to detect even the most minute changes and understand the cause of their occurrence, the capability to execute a variety of operations to prevent accidents. It can do this automatically, following diverse scenarios, thereby reducing demolition costs and preventing the escalation of the incident, and Networking and Linking Capability. The last feature implies that the sensor controller, following the modification of the sensor driver, can establish communication with each other. For instance, this could be across several buildings or within a complex of towers. Additionally, the data from these drivers is transmitted to municipal bodies and city crisis management centers, as well as to the personal mobile devices and computers of the property owner and the individual responsible for the complex (such as the supervising engineer or surveyor, etc.).

[0039] FIG. 3 shows an example computer system 300 in which an embodiment of the present invention, or portions thereof, may be implemented as computer-readable code, consistent with exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure. For example, system 100 may utilize computer system 300 using hardware, software, firmware, tangible computer readable media having instructions stored thereon, or a combination thereof and may be implemented in one or more computer systems or other processing systems. In an exemplary embodiment, system 300 may be analogous to processor 128.

[0040] If programmable logic is used, such logic may execute on a commercially available processing platform or a special purpose device. One ordinary skill in the art may appreciate that an embodiment of the disclosed subject matter can be practiced with various computer system configurations, including multi-core multiprocessor systems, minicomputers, mainframe computers, computers linked or clustered with distributed functions, as well as pervasive or miniature computers that may be embedded into virtually any device.

[0041] For instance, a computing device having at least one processor device and a memory may be used to implement the above-described embodiments. A processor device may be a single processor, a plurality of processors, or combinations thereof. Processor devices may have one or more processor “cores.”

[0042] An embodiment of the invention is described in terms of this example computer system 300. After reading this description, it will become apparent to a person skilled in the relevant art how to implement the invention using other computer systems and / or computer architectures. Although operations may be described as a sequential process, some of the operations may in fact be performed in parallel, concurrently, and / or in a distributed environment, and with program code stored locally or remotely for access by single or multiprocessor machines. In addition, in some embodiments the order of operations may be rearranged without departing from the spirit of the disclosed subject matter.

[0043] Processor device 304 may be a special purpose or a general-purpose processor device. As will be appreciated by persons skilled in the relevant art, processor device 304 may also be a single processor in a multi-core / multiprocessor system, such system operating alone, or in a cluster of computing devices operating in a cluster or server farm. Processor device 304 may be connected to a communication infrastructure 306, for example, a bus, message queue, network, or multi-core message-passing scheme.

[0044] In an exemplary embodiment, computer system 300 may include a display interface 302, for example a video connector, to transfer data to a display unit 330, for example, a monitor. Computer system 300 may also include a main memory 308, for example, random access memory (RAM), and may also include a secondary memory 310. Secondary memory 310 may include, for example, a hard disk drive 312, and a removable storage drive 314. Removable storage drive 314 may include a floppy disk drive, a magnetic tape drive, an optical disk drive, a flash memory, or the like. Removable storage drive 314 may read from and / or write to a removable storage unit 318 in a well-known manner. Removable storage unit 318 may include a floppy disk, a magnetic tape, an optical disk, etc., which may be read by and written to by removable storage drive 314. As will be appreciated by persons skilled in the relevant art, removable storage unit 318 may include a computer usable storage medium having stored therein computer software and / or data.

[0045] In alternative implementations, secondary memory 310 may include other similar means for allowing computer programs or other instructions to be loaded into computer system 300. Such means may include, for example, a removable storage unit 322 and an interface 320. Examples of such means may include a program cartridge and cartridge interface (such as that found in video game devices), a removable memory chip (such as an EPROM, or PROM) and associated socket, and other removable storage units 322 and interfaces 320 which allow software and data to be transferred from removable storage unit 322 to computer system 300.

[0046] Computer system 300 may also include a communications interface 324. Communications interface 324 allows software and data to be transferred between computer system 300 and external devices. Communications interface 324 may include a modem, a network interface (such as an Ethernet card), a communications port, a PCMCIA slot and card, or the like. Software and data transferred via communications interface 324 may be in the form of signals, which may be electronic, electromagnetic, optical, or other signals capable of being received by communications interface 324. These signals may be provided to communications interface 324 via a communications path 326. Communications path 326 carries signals and may be implemented using wire or cable, fiber optics, a phone line, a cellular phone link, an RF link or other communications channels.

[0047] In this document, the terms “computer program medium” and “computer usable medium” are used to generally refer to media such as removable storage unit 318, removable storage unit 322, and a hard disk installed in hard disk drive 312. Computer program mediumand computer usable medium may also refer to memories, such as main memory 308 and secondary memory 310, which may be memory semiconductors (e.g. DRAMs, etc.).

[0048] Computer programs (also called computer control logic) are stored in main memory 308 and / or secondary memory 310. Computer programs may also be received via communications interface 324. Such computer programs, when executed, enable computer system 300 to implement different embodiments of the present disclosure as discussed herein. In particular, the computer programs, when executed, enable processor device 304 to implement the processes of the present disclosure. Accordingly, such computer programs represent controllers of computer system 300.

[0049] Embodiments of the present disclosure also may be directed to computer program products including software stored on any computer useable medium. Such software, when executed in one or more data processing device, causes a data processing device to operate as described herein. An embodiment of the present disclosure may employ any computer useable or readable medium. Examples of computer useable mediums include, but are not limited to, primary storage devices (e.g., any type of random-access memory), secondary storage devices (e.g., hard drives, floppy disks, CD ROMS, ZIP disks, tapes, magnetic storage devices, and optical storage devices, MEMS, nanotechnological storage device, etc.).The embodiments have been described above with the aid of functional building blocks illustrating the implementation of specified functions and relationships thereof. The boundaries of these functional building blocks have been arbitrarily defined herein for the convenience of the description. Alternate boundaries can be defined so long as the specified functions and relationships thereof are appropriately performed.

[0050] While the foregoing has described what may be considered to be the best mode and / or other examples, it is understood that various modifications may be made therein and that the subject matter disclosed herein may be implemented in various forms and examples, and that the teachings may be applied in numerous applications, only some of which have been described herein. It is intended by the following claims to claim any and all applications, modifications and variations that fall within the true scope of the present teachings.

[0051] Unless otherwise stated, all measurements, values, ratings, positions, magnitudes, sizes, and other specifications that are set forth in this specification, including in the claims that follow, are approximate, not exact. They are intended to have a reasonable range that isconsistent with the functions to which they relate and with what is customary in the art to which they pertain.

[0052] The scope of protection is limited solely by the claims that now follow. That scope is intended and should be interpreted to be as broad as is consistent with the ordinary meaning of the language that is used in the claims when interpreted in light of this specification and the prosecution history that follows and to encompass all structural and functional equivalents. Notwithstanding, none of the claims are intended to embrace subject matter that fails to satisfy the requirement of Sections 101, 102, or 103 of the Patent Act, nor should they be interpreted in such a way. Any unintended embracement of such subject matter is hereby disclaimed.

[0053] Except as stated immediately above, nothing that has been stated or illustrated is intended or should be interpreted to cause a dedication of any component, step, feature, object, benefit, advantage, or equivalent to the public, regardless of whether it is or is not recited in the claims.

[0054] It will be understood that the terms and expressions used herein have the ordinary meaning as is accorded to such terms and expressions with respect to their corresponding respective spaces of inquiry and study except where specific meanings have otherwise been set forth herein. Relational terms such as first and second and the like may be used solely to distinguish one entity or action from another without necessarily requiring or implying any actual such relationship or order between such entities or actions. The terms “comprises,” “comprising,” or any other variation thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements does not include only those elements but may include other elements not expressly listed or inherent to such process, method, article, or apparatus. An element proceeded by “a” or “an” does not, without further constraints, preclude the existence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises the element.

[0055] The Abstract of the Disclosure is provided to allow the reader to quickly ascertain the nature of the technical disclosure. It is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims. In addition, in the foregoing Detailed Description, it can be seen that various features are grouped together in various implementations. This is for purposes of streamlining the disclosure, and is not to be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed implementations require more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as the following claims reflect, inventive subject matterlies in less than all features of a single disclosed implementation. Thus, the following claims are hereby incorporated into the Detailed Description, with each claim standing on its own as a separately claimed subject matter.

[0056] While various implementations have been described, the description is intended to be exemplary, rather than limiting and it will be apparent to those of ordinary skill in the art that many more implementations are possible that are within the scope of the implementations. Although many possible combinations of features are shown in the accompanying figures and discussed in this detailed description, many other combinations of the disclosed features are possible. Any feature of any implementation may be used in combination with or substituted for any other feature or element in any other implementation unless specifically restricted.Therefore, it will be understood that any of the features shown and / or discussed in the present disclosure may be implemented together in any suitable combination. Accordingly, the implementations are not to be restricted except in light of the attached claims and their equivalents. Also, various modifications and changes may be made within the scope of the attached claims.

Claims

What is claimed is:1- A system for monitoring condition of a structure, the system comprising: a sensor assembly, the sensor assembly configured to be utilized either by embedding it in mediums such as soil, concrete, or water, or by establishing a contact connection with a desired location for analysis and monitoring purposes, the sensor assembly comprising: a cylindrical body, the cylindrical body comprising a protective cap, the cylindrical body made of resins with fireproof characteristics and slow erosion rate; a plurality of sensors, the plurality of sensors embedded in the cylindrical body, the plurality of sensors comprising: a displacement sensor; a displacement acceleration sensor; a magnetic orientation sensor; a temperature sensor; a humidity sensor; a knocking sensor; an angle, and slope detection sensor; a three-axis compass module; a gyroscope module; a gas sensor; a microwave sensor; a pressure sensor; and an odor sensor;a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module; a connector; a sensor battery; a sensor charging port; and a charging circuit; and a controller unit, the controller unit being in data communication with the plurality of sensors through a wireless connection, wired connection, or a combination thereof, the controller unit being configured to establish a network with computers and similar systems via its embedded wired and wireless ports and, to thereby, allow for scalability and the dissemination of information across large urban and suburban areas, the controller unit being equipped with a plurality of onboard relays and various connectors, the plurality of onboard relays and various connectors allowing the controller unit to be positioned in optimal locations for establishing connections with other devices, such as elevators, gas meters, etc, the controller unit being configured to interface with other relay boards, enabling it to control any electrical device, regardless of its power, in crisis management scenarios through disconnecting, connecting, or limiting the power, the controller unit comprising: a main frame; an electronic board; a relay; a plurality of signal transmission ports for connectivity to additional relays; a plurality of ports for connecting to the sensor assembly;an industrial port for networking and connecting to computers and other boards;Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless ports; a CAN bus port; a USB port; a controller charging port; a controller battery; a display screen to display a schematic of the structure and parameters received from the plurality of sensors graphically and numerically; a plurality of buttons for navigation and data communication between menus to monitor the status and data transmitted by each sensor from the plurality of sensors; a plurality of indicator lights for displaying status; an internal warning buzzer; a memory for storing neural networks and artificial intelligence algorithms; and a processor associated with the memory, the processor configured to analyze input data from the plurality of sensors and execute operations, the processor configured to generate and execute operations and recommendations before, during, and after a crisis utilizing various techniques such as machine learning and deep learning.2- A system for monitoring condition of a structure, the system comprising:a sensor assembly, the sensor assembly comprising: a cylindrical body; a plurality of sensors, the plurality of sensors embedded in the cylindrical body, the plurality of sensors comprising: a displacement sensor; a displacement acceleration sensor; a magnetic orientation sensor; a temperature sensor; a humidity sensor; a knocking sensor; an angle, and slope detection sensor; a three-axis compass module; a gyroscope module; a gas sensor; a microwave sensor; a pressure sensor; and an odor sensor; a Wi-Fi and Bluetooth module; a connector; a sensor battery; a sensor charging port; and a charging circuit; anda controller unit, the controller unit in data communication with the plurality of sensors, the controller unit comprising: a main frame; an electronic board; a relay; a plurality of signal transmission ports for connectivity to additional relays; a plurality of ports for connecting to the sensor assembly; an industrial port for networking and connecting to computers and other boards;Wi-Fi and Bluetooth wireless ports; a CAN bus port; a USB port; a controller charging port; a controller battery; and a display screen to display a schematic of the structure and parameters received from the plurality of sensors graphically and numerically;3- The system of claim 2, wherein the cylindrical body is made of resins with fireproof characteristics and slow erosion rate.4- The system of claim 3, wherein the controller unit comprises:a plurality of buttons for navigation and data communication between menus to monitor the status and data transmitted by each sensor from the plurality of sensors; a plurality of indicator lights for displaying status; and an internal warning buzzer.5- The system of claim 4, wherein the controller unit is in data communication with the plurality of sensors through a wireless connection, wired connection, or a combination thereof.6- The system of claim 5, wherein the sensor assembly configured to be utilized either by embedding it in mediums such as soil, concrete, or water, or by establishing a contact connection with a desired location for analysis and monitoring purposes.7- The system of claim 6, wherein the controller unit further comprises: a memory for storing neural networks and artificial intelligence algorithms; and a processor associated with the memory, the processor configured to analyze input data from the plurality of sensors and execute operations, the processor configured to generate and execute operations and recommendations before, during, and after a crisis utilizing various techniques such as machine learning and deep learning.8- The system of claim 7, wherein the controller unit is configured to establish a network with computers and similar systems via its embedded wired and wireless ports and, to thereby, allow for scalability and the dissemination of information across large urban and suburban areas.- The system of claim 8, wherein the controller unit is equipped with a plurality of onboard relays and various connectors, the plurality of onboard relays and various connectors allowing the controller unit to be positioned in optimal locations for establishing connections with other devices, such as elevators, gas meters, etc.10- The system of claim 9, wherein the controller unit is configured to interface with other relay boards, enabling it to control any electrical device, regardless of its power, in crisis management scenarios through disconnecting, connecting, or limiting the power.11- The system of claim 10, wherein the cylindrical body comprises a protective cap.12- The system of claim 11, herein the controller unit further comprises a plurality of hooks, the plurality of hooks configured to be screwed or closed with a belt fastener to connect to different substrates.

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