MUMBAI, India, Jan. 9 -- Intellectual Property India has published a patent application (202531129755 A) filed by Brainware University, Kolkata, West Bengal, on Dec. 21, 2025, for 'intelligent qr-authenticated sensor-integrated lower berth locker with alarm and database connectivity for enhanced luggage security in railway coaches.'
Inventor(s) include Ms. Sanhita Sengupta; Mr. Gaijilung Dangmei; and Mr. Kundan Das Ukil.
The application for the patent was published on Jan. 9, under issue no. 02/2026.
According to the abstract released by the Intellectual Property India: "The present invention relates to an intelligent, sensor-integrated lower berth luggage locker system designed to enhance security in Indian Railway AC coaches through QR-based passenger authentication, real-time tamper detection, and automated alarm activation. The system comprises a stainless-steel electromechanical locker controlled by a microcontroller that verifies passenger identity using a unique QR code linked to the Passenger Reservation System (PRS). A multi-sensor array-including proximity, load, vibration, and door-status sensors-continuously monitors the locker environment to detect unauthorized access or suspicious activity. Upon detecting anomalies, the system triggers a high-decibel alarm and sends wireless notifications to railway staff. The locker operates on a hybrid power architecture combining coach supply with rechargeable battery backup and maintains digital logs of access events for traceability. The modular, retrofit-compatible design allows deployment in both existing and new railway coaches, providing a comprehensive, digitally authenticated, and tamper-resistant luggage security solution."
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