BR202019007839U2 - signaling device for fuel pumps - Google Patents

Abstract

This is a product to be used in driver training centers. The present refers to a signaling device that is applied to fuel pumps to signal and inform, both the driver and the attendant / professional, that the supply has been completed. It can be used to monitor the supply with any type of fuel, mainly CNG, which usually takes time and is dangerous, requiring people to keep a certain distance during the supply. The device has audible and / or light signals, which are installed in the fuel pump and emit signals when the supply is finished.

Description

SIGNALING DEVICE FOR FUEL PUMPS

1. This refers to a signaling device that is applied to fuel pumps to signal and inform, both the driver and the attendant / professional, that the supply has been completed. It can be used to monitor the supply with any type of fuel, mainly CNG, which usually takes time and is dangerous, requiring people to keep a certain distance during the supply. The device has audible and / or light signals, which are installed in the fuel pump and emit signals when the supply is finished.

2. The device has control software, connected with an electronic board / relay and a server, which manage the system, to offer greater precision and prevent fraud. The device can be connected to applications, upon prior registration, and can inform users on the smartphone itself, about the completion of supply.

3. The present device is intended to offer more security, technology and transparency for users, who will be able to refuel their vehicles with much more tranquility, making sure that they will be receiving the amount of gas / fuel that has been paid for. The device significantly reduces the number of scams / frauds, as the flag is only activated when the selected amount is reached.

4. The instant the vehicle starts filling a pump, the signal from the pump contactor is received by the pump concentrator module, which processes and transmits this signal to a server, where software that controls the automation board of relay. Then the signal the plate sends the signal to turn on / activate the respective lamp and / or audible signal of the pump that will be in use at the moment. When the supply is complete, the lamp will change color, informing that it has been completed.

• • Conforme procedimento de segurança dos postos de combustível, durante o abastecimento do veículo com GNV, é necessário que o usuário saia do veículo;
• • As bombas dos postos de gasolina só oferecem visualização do abastecimento pelo frentista/cliente no contador local da bomba, portanto a pessoa precisa estar bem próxima para conseguir visualizar;
• • O processo de abastecimento de GNV é um pouco demorado, então tanto os frentistas como alguns proprietários dos veículos, de vez em quando, têm que se aproximar da bomba para visualizar se o abastecimento foi concluído, isso quando não ficam ao lado da bomba acompanhando o abastecimento;
• • Este fato acarreta certa “preocupação” para verificar se concluiu o abastecimento, sem dizer no risco que a pessoa fica exposta, pois caso ocorra algum acidente são mais de 200BAR de pressão;
• • Não é conhecido nenhum dispositivo que permita tal verificação à distância.

5. In addition to being able to have an application connection, it will be possible for the user to make the payment through the system itself, receiving, in this case, a link with the payment information and options. In this case it will only be released after the payment is proven.
Currently observed drawbacks:

• • According to the gas station safety procedure, when filling the vehicle with CNG, it is necessary for the user to leave the vehicle;
• • Pumps at gas stations only offer visualization of supply by the attendant / customer at the local pump counter, so the person needs to be very close to be able to visualize;
• • The CNG supply process takes a little time, so both gas station attendants and some vehicle owners, from time to time, have to approach the pump to see if the supply has been completed, this when they are not next to the pump following the supply;
• • This fact leads to a certain “concern” to verify that the supply has been completed, without saying that there is a risk that the person will be exposed, since in the event of an accident there are more than 200BAR of pressure;
• • No device is known to allow such remote verification.

Solution:

• • Baixo custo;
• • Segurança para todos os envolvidos;
• • Permite que a verificação do abastecimento seja feita à distância;
• • Pode ser instalado em qualquer tipo de bomba de combustível;
• • Praticidade;
• • Mobilidade;
• • Fácil aplicação e utilização;
• • Não agride o meio ambiente;
• • Grande durabilidade e eficiência;
• • Tecnologia;
• • Excelente relação custo-benefício;
• • Elevado potencial de comercialização;
• • Produto de necessidade comum;
• • Exequibilidade industrial;
• • Inovações merecedoras deste privilégio de patente.

6. Therefore, thinking about solving these inconveniences and offering a practical, safe and efficient solution, the device in question was developed. Also presenting several benefits, which can be highlighted in:

• • Low cost;
• • Security for all involved;
• • It allows the verification of supply to be done remotely;
• • Can be installed on any type of fuel pump;
• • Practicality;
• • Mobility;
• • Easy application and use;
• • Do not harm the environment;
• • Great durability and efficiency;
• • Technology;
• • Excellent cost-benefit ratio;
• • High commercialization potential;
• • Product of common need;
• • Industrial feasibility;
• • Innovations worthy of this patent privilege.

State of the art:

7. In researching the INPI database, the following processes were found:

8. PI0302642-6, deposited on 7/2/2013, under the title "IMPROVEMENT AT THE FUEL SUPPLY AND AUTO TRANSPORTED LUBRICATION SERVICES". It consists of an off-road truck (100), with a main oil reservoir (10) with large storage capacity and auxiliary tanks (20) for the storage of lubricating oils and coolants. The truck (100) holds and holds a closed tank called the main (10), with an internal wave breaker, with a capacity of about 130,000 liters of fuel, with a lower fuel outlet and at least three manholes (11) in the upper part, being that on the main tank (10) ultrasonic sensors (12) of diesel level are provided, which are used as safety devices acting at the time of filling of this tank (10) and acting next to the electrical system that controls the supply pump, switching off the latter; a remote electrical system controlled by a PLC (programmable logic controller) is also provided which, via a communication network called Device Net, activates the pumps, lamps, the motor generator group, the compressor group, among others, which are controlled through a control panel (13) with touch screen controls mounted on a cabinet (14) in the truck structure (100), with an electronic dispatch device with audible signal; an automatic hose reel; by diesel and lubricating oil flow recording devices, by compressed air control device and generator motor (15).

9. BR112018074266-0, deposited on 03/31/2017, under the title "TRANSPARENT PUMP FOR FUEL STORAGE". The present invention relates in general to transparent fueling pumps, and in particular to methods and devices for increasing visibility in a fueling device. In one embodiment, a fuel supply pump is provided having a display that is at least partially transparent, at least during certain modes of operation. The display can show information about parts of it during certain modes of operation as well.

10. BR112018068256-0, deposited on 3/8/2017, under the title “UNIVERSAL LINE FUEL PUMP”. An apparatus and method are provided for an in-line fuel pump to transport liquid fuel from a fuel source to an internal combustion engine inlet. The in-line fuel pump operates with various fuels, such as gasoline, diesel, biodiesel, mixtures of gasoline and ethanol, as well as commonly used fuel additives. The inline fuel pump comprises an input placed in fluid communication with the fuel source. An in-line fuel pump outlet is placed in fluid communication with the inlet. An electric motor coupled to an internal liquid pump transports liquid fuel from the inlet to the outlet. The electric motor and the internal liquid pump are housed within a sealed box configured to protect the electric motor and the liquid pump from an external environment. The power cables transmit electrical energy from an electrical system in the vehicle to the electric motor.

11. For a perfect visualization and understanding of the “FUEL PUMPS SIGNALING DEVICE", in question, follow the illustrative drawings, where:

12. Fig. 1 - Shows an illustrative view of the device, with a close-up on the electronic control board, in contact with the server;

13. Fig. 2 - Shows an illustrative view of the system connected to an application.

14. According to the illustration and in its details, the “FUEL PUMPS SIGNALING DEVICE", consists of a signaling device applied to fuel pumps to signal and inform that the supply has been completed (1), offering more convenience and safety, characterized by an electronic device attached to the pump (2) that receives a visual LED indicator (3) that rises and changes color according to the supply status (3A), having a contactor (4) connected to a pump concentrating module (5) which processes and transmits signals to a server (6), where software (7) runs that controls the device's relay automation board (8).

15. For the advantages it offers and for having truly innovative features, the “FUEL PUMPS SIGNALING DEVICE", meets the necessary conditions to deserve the Utility Model Patent.

Claims (3)

"SIGNALING DEVICE FOR FUEL PUMPS" consists of a signaling device applied to fuel pumps to signal and inform that the supply has been completed (1), offering more practicality and safety, characterized by an electronic device attached to the pump (2) which receives a visual LED indicator (3) that ascends and changes color according to the supply status (3A), having a contactor (4) connected to a pump concentrating module (5) that processes and transmits a signal to a server (6 ), where software (7) runs that controls the device's relay automation card (8). "SIGNALING DEVICE FOR FUEL PUMPS", according to claim one, is characterized by the device (1) being able to have audible signals (9) that emit audible alerts informing the status of the supply. "SIGNALING DEVICE FOR FUEL PUMPS", according to claim one, is characterized by the device (1) being able to have connection with applications (10), upon prior registration, being able to inform users on the smartphone itself about the completion of the supply, being possible to make payment through the system itself.

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