Well rescue and support system
12467237 ยท 2025-11-11
Assignee
Inventors
- Aissa Rezzoug (Riyadh, SA)
- Omar Eid Almutairi (Riyadh, SA)
- Nadir Murtaza (Rawalpindi, PK)
- Diyar Khan (Rawalpindi, PK)
Cpc classification
International classification
Abstract
A well rescue and support system includes a controller having a processor with program instructions, a compressed gas output valve and a dashboard having a screen and a keypad. A compressed air tank with a regulator connects to the output valve, and a well cap fills a well opening. An extendable tube fluidly connects to the compressed air tank through the output valve. At least one retaining balloon disposed around the extendable tube inflates within the well to apply wall pressure. A communication head with a microphone, a camera, a control wire, and a speaker attach to a balloon end of the extendable tube, connecting to the processor and dashboard through a coaxial cable inside the extendable tube. The processor delivers inflation/deflation signals to balloon valves to control target volumes of the retaining balloons for preventing well collapse during rescue operations.
Claims
1. A well rescue and support system, comprising: a controller having a processor with program instructions, a compressed gas output valve and a dashboard having a screen and a keypad; a compressed air tank having a regulator, the regulator connected to the compressed gas output valve of the controller by a first tube; a well cap configured to fill an opening of a well, the well cap having a solid conical body with an axial passage; an extendable tube passing from the dashboard through the axial passage of the solid conical body of the well cap, the extendable tube fluidly connected to the compressed air tank through the output valve, wherein the extendable tube is connected to the controller at a controller end of the extendable tube; at least one retaining balloon disposed around the extendable tube and along an axis of the extendable tube, wherein the retaining balloon is proximal to a well end of the extendable tube; and a communication head having a microphone, a camera, a control wire, and a speaker, the communication head attached to a balloon end of the extendable tube, wherein the control wire is electrically connected to the processor and the dashboard of the controller by a coaxial cable disposed inside the extendable tube, wherein the program instructions of the processor in the controller include instructions for lowering the extendable tube into the well and delivering an inflation signal or a deflation signal to a balloon valve located on each retaining balloon, the balloon valve configured to inflate or deflate the retaining balloon within the well structure to a target volume and thereby apply a pressure on a wall of the well to prevent the well from collapsing; wherein the support system is configured to rescue and provide life support for individuals trapped within the well.
2. The system of claim 1, wherein each retaining balloon is formed from at least one elastomeric material selected from the group consisting of a rubber, a polyurethane, a polybutadiene, a polychloroprene, and a silicone, and wherein each retaining balloon has a channel on an outer surface, the channel having a depth measured from the axis of the balloon of 90% or less a radius of the balloon, and wherein the balloons are staggered along the extendable tube such that the channels for neighboring balloons are not linearly aligned.
3. The system of claim 1, wherein each retaining balloon has a pressure sensor configured to detect a pressure within the retaining balloon and communicate pressure data to the controller.
4. The system of claim 1, wherein the coaxial cable is configured to carry a visual and an audio signal received from the communication head to the control dashboard, and wherein the dashboard is configured to display the visual signal on the screen.
5. The system of claim 1, wherein the screen is at least one selected from the group consisting of a liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen, a light-emitting diode (LED) screen, and an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screen.
6. The system of claim 1, wherein each retaining balloon is formed of a polyurethane.
7. The system of claim 1, wherein the controller further comprises at least three legs disposed at a bottom end of the controller being attached to configured to stabilize the controller, wherein each leg comprises a flexible joint configured to collapse when the system is not in use.
8. The system of claim 3, wherein the controller further comprises a pressure monitor in communication with the pressure sensor of each retaining balloon.
9. The system of claim 1, wherein the screen is an LCD screen.
10. The system of claim 1, wherein the system further comprises a gas delivery tube fluidly connected to the compressed gas tank through the controller, and wherein the processor comprises instructions to provide a continuous flow of gas from the compressed gas tank to a nozzle located at a distal end of the communication head, and wherein the continuous flow of gas passes through the gas delivery tube.
11. The system of claim 1, wherein the extendable tube is formed from at least one selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel.
12. The system of claim 1, wherein the extendable tube is formed from aluminum.
13. The system of claim 10, wherein the continuous flow of the gas is delivered to the nozzle at a flow rate of 0.5 to 10 L/min.
14. The system of claim 1, wherein the well cap comprises at least one flexible material selected from the group consisting of a silicone, rubber, cork, and polyurethane.
15. The system of claim 1, wherein the well cap comprises cork.
16. The system of claim 1, further comprising: at least one shore protection structure located along the extendable tube, the shore protection structure configured to strengthen soil located along at least one wall of the well structure.
17. The system of claim 1, wherein the camera is an infrared camera configured to capture images inside the well.
18. The system of claim 1, wherein each retaining balloon is configured to receive a separate amount of oxygen through each inflation valve to inflate each retaining balloon to the target volume, and wherein each retaining balloon is configured to individually inflate to a different target volume.
19. The system of claim 1, wherein the communication head further comprises a pressure sensor configured to detect a change in pressure within the well.
Description
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
(1) A more complete appreciation of this disclosure and many of the attendant advantages thereof will be readily obtained as the same becomes better understood by reference to the following detailed description when considered in connection with the accompanying drawings.
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(18) In the drawings, like reference numerals designate identical or corresponding parts throughout the several views. Further, as used herein, the words a, an and the like generally carry a meaning of one or more, unless stated otherwise.
(19) Furthermore, the terms approximately, approximate, about, and similar terms generally refer to ranges that include the identified value within a margin of 20%, 10%, or preferably 5%, and any values therebetween.
(20) As used herein, physical screen refers to a traditional display device that responds to interaction from a user through an input device, preferably separate from the screen, like a mouse or keyboard.
(21) As used herein, touch screen refers to a display device which allows the user to interact with a computer device by touching areas on the display device.
(22) As used herein, elastomeric material refers to a rubber-like material that can be deformed, e.g., stretched, and return to an original shape. Elastomeric materials are preferably made of cross-linked polymers, which may be natural or synthetic.
(23) Aspects of this disclosure are directed to a well rescue and support system for rescuing individuals trapped in well structures while simultaneously providing life support and ensuring structural integrity throughout the rescue operation.
(24) The well rescue and support system 100 of the present disclosure is designed for deployment across a range of emergency scenarios, providing an adaptable approach to well rescue operations while maintaining the safety of the individual being rescued and the structural integrity of the well. Examples of emergency scenarios, or emergency response situations, where the disclosed well rescue and support system is utilized may include an individual being stuck in any type of well, such as water wells, drillings and oil and gas wells, or geological formation, such as sinkholes, caves, crevasses, and the like. The well rescue and support system incorporates multiple coordinated subsystems working in conjunction to stabilize the rescue environment, maintain communication with trapped individuals, and facilitate safe extraction procedures. The well rescue and support system of the present disclosure enables rescue teams to respond more effectively to emergency situations involving individuals trapped in wells or other geological formations, while minimizing risks to both the trapped individuals and rescue personnel.
(25) The well rescue and support system 100 of the present disclosure is configured for emergency response situations by integrating multiple functions into a unified rescue platform, enabling synchronized operation of well stabilization mechanisms, life support systems, and communication capabilities, allowing rescue teams to maintain optimal control throughout the operation. Referring to
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(29) In an embodiment, the dashboard 114 of the controller 110 is configured to enable operators of the system to monitor and manage operations through an interface, with such interface being provided by the screen 116. The processor of the controller 110 is configured to record both qualitative and quantitative data through the dashboard 114, which can be utilized for determining effectiveness of services provided during current and future rescue operations. The dashboard 114 may incorporate pressure gauges for monitoring oxygen supply levels and pressure readings from multiple sensors throughout the well rescue and support system 100. The screen 116 of the dashboard 114 is configured to display real-time pressure readings, oxygen flow rates, and video feed received from the communication head. The screen may be a physical screen or a touch screen. In an embodiment, the screen 116 is at least one selected from the group consisting of a liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen, a light-emitting diode (LED) screen, and an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screen. The exact screen type may be selected based on the operational requirements. In a preferred embodiment, the screen 116 is an LCD screen. The keypad 118 of the dashboard 114 may comprise physical buttons (e.g. a keyboard) or touch screen buttons enabling operation for the well rescue and support system 100. The interface of the dashboard 114 is designed for intuitive operation during high-pressure rescue scenarios. For purposes of the well rescue and support system 100, the keypad 118 may be provided with override capabilities for emergency situations.
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(31) The compressed gas output valve 112 or any other such similar device of the controller 110 is configured to regulate gas flow to various components of the well rescue and support system 100. The controller 110 manages gas distribution through multiple channels, enabling simultaneous supply of gas for balloon inflation and oxygen delivery to trapped individual. The execution module 800 of the controller 110 contains instructions to monitor and adjust gas flow rates through the compressed gas output valve 112 based on real-time pressure readings and oxygen requirements. The gas flow regulation through the compressed gas output valve 112 is controlled to maintain optimal pressure levels throughout the rescue operation.
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(39) In a preferable embodiment, the balloons are configured with a channel permitting passage of gas or fluid around the bone balloons. For example, gas (air) may be injected below the lowest balloon, for example gas injected through the extendable tube, and pass upwards through the well passing around the balloons through the channels and exit through the well cap. The retaining balloons may be configured to permit air passage by including a longitudinal groove (channel) such as a longitudinal depression along the entire axial length of the outer surface of the balloon that is in contact with a wall of the well. The groove or depression is preferably shallow and has a depth of less than 20% of the radius, preferably less than 15%, of the radius of the balloon. Further, the groove or depression preferably has a narrow width, preferably representing a widest width at the outermost surface of the balloon that is 10 or less, and preferably less than 5 but greater than 1 of arc radius.
(40) Further, the modular configuration of the retaining balloons 160a-c allows for individual control and monitoring of pressure levels at different depths within the well structure. Each retaining balloon 160a-c can be individually inflated to different target volumes based on local well conditions and structural requirements which are obtained from sensors 172 installed on the communication head of the extendable tule through communication medium 145. The positioning of multiple retaining balloons along the well end 154 of the extendable tube 150 enables the well rescue and support system 100 to maintain stable wall support even if individual balloons experience pressure changes. The retaining balloons 160a-c are securely attached to the extendable tube 150 through reinforced mounting points that prevent displacement during inflation and deflation cycles. In present embodiments, each retaining balloon 160a-c has a pressure sensor (not shown in accompanied drawings) configured to detect a pressure within the retaining balloon and communicate pressure data to the controller 110. The pressure sensors are integrated into the valve assembly of each retaining balloon 160a-c, generating continuous pressure data measurements from within each balloon volume. The pressure sensors are designed to detect pressure variations across the full operational range required for well wall stabilization, transmitting this data to the controller 110 through electrical connections housed within the extendable tube 150. Further, the controller 110 comprises a pressure monitor that receives and processes pressure data from the pressure sensors of each retaining balloon 160a-c. The pressure monitor in the controller 110 is configured to display real-time pressure readings on the screen 116 of the dashboard 114, enabling rescue personnel to continuously monitor the status of each retaining balloon. In some examples, the pressure monitor may be configured with threshold detection capabilities for identifying pressure variations that require adjustment during rescue operations. During operation of the well rescue and support system 100, the pressure sensors in the retaining balloons 160a-c work in conjunction with the pressure monitor and pressure control devices in the control module 600 of the controller 110 to maintain optimal wall support pressure. When the pressure sensors detect pressure changes within any retaining balloon, this data is immediately communicated to the pressure monitor, which processes the information and displays relevant alerts on the dashboard 114. The controller 110 utilizes this pressure data to automatically adjust gas flow through the compressed gas output valve 112, maintaining target pressure levels in each retaining balloon 160a-c throughout rescue operations.
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(42) In some embodiments, the communication head 170 further comprises a pressure sensor configured to detect changes in pressure within the well environment during operation of the well rescue and support system 100. The pressure sensor in the communication head 170 operates independently from the pressure sensors in the retaining balloons 160a-c, providing additional environmental monitoring capabilities at the location closest to trapped individuals. The pressure data from the communication head 170 is transmitted to the controller 110 through the control wire 176 or any other information sharing medium 8002, enabling real-time monitoring of well conditions near trapped individuals during rescue operations. In one embodiment, the pressure sensor of the communication head is configured to maintain a pressure level of at least 0.25 to 3 atmospheres (atm), preferably 0.95 to 1.05 atm in the area in which the individual is trapped.
(43) In the well rescue and support system 100, instructions from the execution module 800 controller 110 may include instructions for lowering the extendable tube 150 into the well and delivering an inflation signal or a deflation signal to a balloon valve located on each retaining balloon 160a-c. The balloon valve is configured to inflate or deflate the retaining balloon 160a-c within the well structure to a target volume and thereby apply desired level of optimal pressure on a wall of the well to prevent the well from collapsing. The optimizer 500 is further programmed to determine optimal value of the lowering of the extendable tube 150 into the well through movement commands, while simultaneously monitoring feedback from the communication head 170 and pressure sensors to ensure proper positioning. The instructions from execution module 8enable the controller 110 to coordinate the lowering speed and position of the extendable tube 150 based on real-time data received from V-data module. The processor in the controller 110 also comprises instructions for delivering inflation and deflation signals to the balloon valves located on each retaining balloon 160a-c. These signals are transmitted through the control wire 176 or any other information sharing medium 8002 and the coaxial cable 122 to the respective balloon valves, enabling precise control of gas flow into and out of each retaining balloon 160a-c. The instructions incorporate pressure monitoring data from the pressure sensors to determine appropriate inflation levels for each retaining balloon 160a-c, adjusting gas flow through the compressed gas output valve 112 to achieve target volumes. The instructions from execution module 800 ensure that each retaining balloon 160a-c applies appropriate pressure against the well walls to prevent collapse during rescue operations. The optimizer 110 continuously monitors pressure readings and adjusts inflation levels through the balloon valves to maintain optimal wall support. When pressure variations are detected by the pressure sensors, the optimizer 500 determine optimal pressure and send this to output module 700 and control module 600 from where control module 600 initiate automatic adjustments to inflation or deflation rates by execution module 800, ensuring consistent pressure application throughout the rescue operation. The controller 110 maintains records of all pressure adjustments and system responses, enabling analysis of system performance for future rescue operations.
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(45) In some embodiments, the well rescue and support system 100 comprises a gas delivery tube 134 fluidly connected to the compressed air tank 130 through the controller 110. The gas delivery tube 134 is configured separately from the inflation channels for the retaining balloons 160a-c, dedicated specifically for delivering oxygen gas to trapped individuals. The execution module 800 of the controller 110 comprises instructions to provide a continuous flow of gas from the compressed gas tank 130 to a nozzle located at a distal end of the communication head 170. That is, optimizer 500 in the controller 110 comprises programmed instructions to calculate optimal values of the gas flow required in the bore well for trapped individual and send this information to the control module 600 and output module from where it is executed by execution module 800 to regulate and provide a continuous flow of gas from the compressed air tank 130 through the gas delivery tube to a nozzle located at the distal end of the communication head 170. The gas delivery tube runs through the interior of the extendable tube 150 alongside the coaxial cable 122, maintaining separation from balloon inflation channels while enabling consistent gas delivery throughout rescue operations. The continuous flow of gas passes through the gas delivery tube to the nozzle located at the distal end of the communication head, providing the oxygen gas to the trapped individual. In an embodiment, the continuous flow of the gas is delivered to the nozzle at a flow rate of 5 to 12 L/min air or 0.5 to 1 L/min oxygen. The continuous flow of gas through the gas delivery tube to the nozzle of the communication head 170 is controlled by the control module 600 in the controller 110 to maintain the desired controlled flow rate. This controlled flow rate ensures adequate oxygen supply for trapped individuals while preventing excessive pressure buildup within the well environment. The flow rate is monitored through sensors in the gas delivery tube and can be adjusted through the compressed gas output valve 112 based on environmental conditions and requirements detected by the sensor in the communication head 170. In another embodiment, the regulator of the compressed air tank is configured to maintain an oxygen supply of 15 to 25%, preferably 20 to 22%, in an area in which the individual is trapped.
(46) Further, in some embodiments, the well rescue and support system 100 comprises at least one shore protection structure located along the extendable tube 150. The shore protection structure is configured to strengthen soil located along the new wall of the excavated well structure. The shore protection structure works to enhance well stability. The shore protection structure is positioned at strategic points along the extendable tube 150 to provide additional reinforcement to soil structures along the well walls. The shore protection structure is configured to strengthen potentially weak or unstable soil sections encountered during rescue operations, complementing the stabilization provided by the retaining balloons 160a-c. The shore protection structure functions as a supplementary support mechanism, working alongside the primary stabilization systems of the well rescue and support system 100 to ensure complete well wall reinforcement during rescue operations.
(47) During operation of the well rescue and support system 100, deployment begins with positioning the controller 110 and compressed air tank 130 at the well site. The legs 120 of the controller 110 are extended and locked to provide stable support on the ground surface. The well cap 140 is installed over the well opening, with the solid conical body 142 creating a secure seal while the axial passage 144 enables passage of rescue equipment. The extendable tube 150 is passed through the axial passage 144 of the well cap 140 and gradually lowered into the well under control of the processor in the controller 110. The retaining balloons 160a-c enter the well in a deflated state, positioned at predetermined intervals along the well end 154 of the extendable tube 150. The communication head 170 at the balloon end 156 of the extendable tube 150 is positioned to establish visual and audio contact with trapped individuals. Once the extendable tube 150 reaches the required depth, the processor in the controller 110 initiates inflation of the retaining balloons 160a-c through the balloon valves. In some embodiments, the deflated retaining balloons are shifted once the extendable tube reaches the required depth. The deflated retaining balloons may be shifted to along irregular distances along the extendable tubes to provide support at specific portions of the wall along the depth of the well formation, depending on the stability of each well the system is used in. Once the retaining balloons are at a desired position along the extendable tube, each retaining balloon 160a-c is inflated to a target volume based on well conditions at different depths. The pressure sensors in each retaining balloon 160a-c continuously transmit pressure data to the pressure monitor in the controller 110, enabling real-time adjustment of inflation levels to maintain optimal wall support. A deployed well rescue and support system is depicted in
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EMBODIMENTS
(56) A well rescue and support system, comprising: an excavation device for performing vertical excavation around the bore well, comprises of excavator arm, excavator rod and excavator sensors, a controller having an optimizer, output module, control module and execution module; wherein the optimizer comprises of an input module and a process module; wherein the input module receives the real time data from excavation process and real time data of all variables which can influence on the life and comfort of the trapped victim; wherein the process module comprises models to calculate feasible values of variables which can affect on the excavation process and which can influence on the comfort of the trapped victim in bore well; wherein the output module shows the optimal values of the variables which can influence on the comfort of the trapped victim and shows optimal values optimal operating conditions of the excavator device; wherein the control module controls the devices and actuators installed in the well rescue system and operates the devices at the optimal operating conditions; wherein the execution module comprises of instructions for excavation process and instructions to actuators for protecting and providing comfort to the victim in bore well; a controller with program instructions, a compressed gas output valve and a dashboard having a screen and a keypad; a compressed air tank having a regulator, the regulator connected to the compressed gas output valve of the controller by a first tube; a well cap configured to fill an opening of a well, the well cap having a solid conical body with an axial passage; an extendable tube passing from the dashboard through the axial passage of the solid conical body, the extendable tube fluidly connected to the compressed air tank through the output valve, wherein the extendable tube is connected to the controller at a controller end of the extendable tube; at least three retaining balloons disposed around the extendable tube and along an axis of the extendable tube, wherein one of the retaining balloons is proximal to a well end of the extendable tube; and a communication head wherein; multiple sensors are installed on the communication head to measure real time values of variables which can influence on the comfort of the trapped victim including but not limited to light sensor, microphone, air pressure sensor, oxygen measuring sensor etc and similar type of other kind of sensors which can detect the real time value of the variable influencing comfort of the trapped victim; wherein multiple actuators are installed on the communication head to provide comfort to the trapped individual in the bore well including but not limited to oxygen supply valve, light, air flow valves, speaker, or any other type of actuators which can provide comfort to the trapped victim wherein a microphone, a camera, a control wire, and a speaker, the communication head attached to a balloon end of the extendable tube, wherein the control wire is electrically connected to the processor and the dashboard of the controller by a coaxial cable disposed inside the extendable tube, wherein the program instructions from execution module of the controller in the controller include instructions for optimally performing excavation operation through optimal movement of the excavation device as per instructions of the execution module; wherein the execution module in the controller passes optimal instructions to all the actuators installed in the well rescue system including but not limited to oxygen supply, air supply, pressure controllers, light intensity controlling devices; wherein the instructions from execution module deliver instructions for lowering the extendable tube into the well and delivering an inflation signal or a deflation signal to a balloon valve located on each retaining balloon, the balloon valve configured to inflate or deflate the retaining balloon within the well structure to a target volume and thereby apply a pressure on a wall of the well to prevent the well from collapsing.
(57) The well rescue and support system wherein each retaining balloon is formed from at least one elastomeric material selected from the group consisting of a rubber, a polyurethane, a polybutadiene, a polychloroprene, and a silicone, and wherein each retaining balloon has a channel on an outer surface, the channel having a depth measured from the axis of the balloon of 80% or less a radius of the balloon, and wherein the balloons are staggered along the extendable tube such that the channels for neighboring balloons are not linearly aligned.
(58) The well rescue and support system wherein each retaining balloon has a pressure sensor configured to detect a pressure within the retaining balloon and communicate pressure data to the controller.
(59) The well rescue and support system wherein the coaxial cable is configured to carry a visual and an audio signal received from the communication head to the control dashboard, and wherein the dashboard is configured to display the visual signal on the screen.
(60) The well rescue and support system wherein the screen is at least one selected from the group consisting of a liquid-crystal display (LCD) screen, a light-emitting diode (LED) screen, and an organic light-emitting diode (OLED) screen.
(61) The well rescue and support system wherein each retaining balloon is formed of a polyurethane.
(62) The well rescue and support system wherein the controller further comprises at least three legs disposed at a bottom end of the controller being attached to configured to stabilize the controller, wherein each leg comprises a flexible joint configured to collapse when the system is not in use.
(63) The well rescue and support system wherein the controller further comprises a pressure monitor in communication with the pressure sensor of each retaining balloon.
(64) The well rescue and support system wherein the screen is an LCD screen.
(65) The well rescue and support system wherein the system further comprises a gas delivery tube fluidly connected to the compressed gas tank through the controller, and wherein the processor comprises instructions to provide a continuous flow of gas from the compressed gas tank to a nozzle located at a distal end of the communication head, and wherein the continuous flow of gas passes through the gas delivery tube.
(66) The well rescue and support system wherein the extendable tube is formed from at least one selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl chloride (PVC), stainless steel, aluminum, and carbon steel.
(67) The well rescue and support system wherein the extendable tube is formed from aluminum.
(68) The well rescue and support system wherein the continuous flow of the gas is delivered to the nozzle at a flow rate of 5 to 12 L/min air or 0.5 to 1 L/min oxygen.
(69) The well rescue and support system wherein the well cap comprises at least one flexible material selected from the group consisting of a silicone, rubber, cork, and polyurethane.
(70) The well rescue and support system wherein the well cap comprises cork.
(71) The well rescue and support system wherein further comprising: at least one shore protection structure located along the extendable tube, the shore protection structure configured to strengthen soil located along the newly excavated wall of the well structure.
(72) The well rescue and support system wherein the camera is an infrared camera configured to capture images inside the well.
(73) The well rescue and support system wherein each retaining balloon is configured to receive a separate amount of air or oxygen through each inflation valve to inflate each retaining balloon to the target volume, and wherein each retaining balloon is configured to individually inflate to a different target volume.
(74) The well rescue and support system wherein the communication head further comprises a pressure sensor configured to detect a change in pressure within the well.
(75) A well rescue and support system is disclosed to protect trapped victims. A well rescue and support system includes a controller having a processor with program instructions, a compressed gas output valve and a dashboard having a screen and a keypad. A compressed air tank with a regulator connects to the output valve, and a well cap fills a well opening. An extendable tube fluidly connects to the compressed air tank through the output valves. At least three retaining balloons disposed around the extendable tube inflates within the well to apply wall pressure. A communication head with a microphone, a camera, a control wire, and a speaker attach to a balloon end of the extendable tube, connecting to the processor and dashboard through a coaxial cable inside the extendable tube. The processor delivers inflation/deflation signals to balloon valves to control target volumes of the retaining balloons for preventing well collapse during rescue operations.
(76) The disclosed system comprises of an excavator device, an E-data module, V-data module, extendable tube, a controller having an optimizer, control module, output module, execution module and a screen and keypad. Excavator device is utilized to perform vertical excavation operation around the well opening and shares real time data of variable which can influence on the performance of the excavation operation including but not limited to land data, loading data and tool data with the optimizer from E-data module through information sharing medium. V-data module is utilized to receive real time data of variables which can influence the life and comfort of victim using sensors installed on the communication head of the extendable tube through data transfer medium. Extendable tube comprises of data transfer medium, air flow mechanism, duality of retaining balloons, sensors, actuator devices, and communication head of the extendable tube. The extendable tube contains duality of retaining balloons which can change their size as per need in the well during excavation operation to control target volumes of the retaining balloons for prevent collapse during rescue operations. The data transfer medium transfers real time data of variables which can influence the life and comfort of the victim using sensors to V-data module. V-data module is utilized to transfer real time data of variables which can influence the life and comfort of the victim through information sharing medium with optimizer of the controller. An optimizer comprises of an input module and process module. The input module in the optimizer filters E-data and V-data and transfers it to process module to get optimal values of the variables which can influence the performance of excavator device and which can influence on the life and comfort of the victim including but not limited to air, water, oxygen, light, food, temperature, communication and other factors on excavation device. An optimizer shares optimal values of the variables which can influence the performance of the excavator device and optimal values of the variables which can influence the life and comfort of the victim with the execution module and control module of the controller. The control module in the controller is utilized to share the real time information of all variables which can influence on the performance of excavation utilizing excavator and its auxiliary devices to control the performance of excavation process through excavator device. Moreover, the control module in the disclosed system is utilized to share real time information from duality of sensors and actuator devices of the extendable tube which can influence on the life and comfort of the victim including but not limited to air supply device, water supply device, oxygen supply device, light supply device, food supply device other supply devices, temperature control devices, balloon air pressure devices etc. An output module shares an optimal value of all variables with the execution module. The execution module converts the optimal values of all variables which can influence on the performance on the excavation process including optimal operating conditions of excavator and its auxiliary devices and convent them into instructions and shares them with the excavation device through information sharing medium to control the excavation process through excavation device. Moreover, the execution module converts optimal values of all variables which can influence on the life and comfort of the victim including but not limited to optimal air supply, optimal water supply, optimal oxygen supply, optimal light supply, optimal food supply, optimal other supplies, optimal temperature, optimal balloon air pressure and optimal communication with the execution module which converts them into instructions and shares them with actuator device of the protecting rod through information sharing medium.
(77) Numerous modifications and variations of the present disclosure are possible in light of the above teachings. It is therefore to be understood that within the scope of the appended claims, the invention may be practiced otherwise than as specifically described herein.