Method and device for tracking and exploiting at least one environmental parameter

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing systems for detecting and managing cleanliness in urban environments are inefficient, costly, and lack the ability to adapt to real-time environmental conditions, leading to unnecessary resource allocation and environmental impact.

Innovation Solution

A camera-based system mounted on vehicles or fixed objects that analyzes environmental parameters, classifies waste, and adjusts operations based on real-time data processing, allowing for adaptive cleaning strategies and resource optimization.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Productivity

If traditional fixed-schedule cleaning systems are used, then resource allocation is simplified, but resource consumption increases and efficiency decreases

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecleaning efficiencyVSAvoidresource consumption

Core Design Contradiction:

ProductivityVSUse of energy by moving object

Solution Approach 1:

The cleaning system transitions from fixed schedules to dynamic, real-time adjustment based on environmental sensor data. Cleaning operations are activated only when sensors detect conditions requiring intervention, optimizing resource usage while maintaining effectiveness.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #15Dynamics

Solution Approach 2:

The system incorporates environmental sensors that continuously monitor conditions and provide feedback to the control unit. This feedback loop enables the system to adapt cleaning operations to actual environmental conditions, reducing unnecessary resource consumption.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #23Feedback

2Measurement precision

If manual monitoring methods are used, then system complexity is reduced, but measurement precision and response time deteriorate

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveenvironmental parameter detection accuracyVSAvoidsystem complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Measurement precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

Manual monitoring is replaced with automated electronic sensor systems that continuously detect environmental parameters. This substitution significantly improves measurement precision and response time while the modular architecture manages system complexity.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #28Mechanics substitution (Replace mechanical system)

Solution Approach 2:

The control unit serves multiple functions: processing sensor data, making decisions, activating cleaning mechanisms, and coordinating operations. This multi-functionality consolidates complexity into a single intelligent unit rather than distributing it across multiple specialized components.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If continuous cleaning operations are performed, then cleanliness level is maintained, but energy consumption and equipment wear increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improvecleanliness maintenanceVSAvoidequipment lifespan

Core Design Contradiction:

ReliabilityVSDuration of action of moving object

Solution Approach 1:

Instead of continuous operation, the cleaning system performs periodic actions triggered by sensor detections. Cleaning operations are activated only when environmental parameters indicate contamination or specific conditions are met, reducing equipment runtime while maintaining cleanliness standards.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #19Periodic action

Solution Approach 2:

The system autonomously monitors environmental conditions and activates cleaning only when needed, eliminating the need for continuous manual operation. This self-service approach extends equipment lifespan by minimizing unnecessary operation while maintaining reliability through automated environmental response.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #25Self-service

4Loss of information

If comprehensive environmental monitoring is implemented, then decision accuracy is improved, but device complexity and cost increase

Engineering Contradiction:

Improveenvironmental data completenessVSAvoidmonitoring system complexity

Core Design Contradiction:

Loss of informationVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The monitoring system is segmented into multiple independent sensor modules, each detecting specific environmental parameters. This modular approach provides comprehensive monitoring coverage while managing complexity through standardized, interchangeable sensor units that can be selectively deployed.

Inventive Principle:

Principle #1Segmentation

Data Source

PatentEP3853766B1Method and device for tracking and exploiting at least one environmental parameter

Publication Date: 2026.04.01 CORTEXIA SA

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AI summary

Method for tracking and exploiting at least one environmental parameter such as cleanness in an urban setting; method comprising the following successive steps: - Planning measurements of at least one environmental parameter; - Tracking in real-time said parameter by means of a camera located on-board a vehicle or fastened to a static holder; - Geo-positioning the parameter; - Classifying the parameter depending on the characteristics thereof, such as category, danger or typology; - Improving the environmental parameter based on the data obtained in the 2 preceding steps. The invention also relates to a device using said method.