MUMBAI, India, Nov. 14 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202441036350 A) filed by K. Ramakrishnan College Of Engineering, Trichy, Tamil Nadu, on May 8, 2024, for 'a system for guiding fisherman in ocean.'
Inventor(s) include Mrs. L. Amudha; Mr. P. Kasthuri Rengan; Mrs. S. Saranya; S. Noor Rahman; R. Yuvaraj; and S. Natanesh.
The application for the patent was published on Nov. 14, under issue no. 46/2025.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention discloses a device to comprehensive navigation and safety system designed to address the challenges faced by fishermen operating in coastal areas. The system comprises a compact device equipped with multiple features aimed at enhancing navigation, border monitoring, distress signalling, and legal protection for fishermen. The device incorporates a GPS (Global Positioning System) module to track the real-time location of fishermen and provides warnings when approaching maritime borders. This system further includes an alarm system to alert authorities and send distress signals to family members in case of potential border violations or emergencies. Additionally, the system features a log manager to record and store location data, serving as evidence to support fishermen in legal proceedings. Furthermore, the device includes a health monitoring system, enabling fishermen to send distress signals in case of health emergencies. This system automatically notifies emergency responders and family members, ensuring timely assistance. The invention offers a comprehensive solution to enhance the safety, security, and legal protection of fishermen, thereby contributing to the well-being of coastal communities."
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