EP0923055A1 - Automatical system with charging function for reusable current sources - Google Patents
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- the present invention relates to a method and an automated one System for pulling and unloading objects, especially rechargeable Power sources, such as batteries and battery packs.
- the chargers for individual elements currently offered in a wide variety and battery packs are each separately in special according to the state of the art Workshops or in private households individually by the users electronic Devices operated. In any case, availability is available for the duration of the charging cycle of the rechargeable batteries to be charged. Remedy here, according to State of the art, to a small extent quick chargers or precautionary Storage of charged batteries. This storage loaded, ready for use However, batteries are due to the not negligible self-discharge only possible for a limited time.
- a significant deficit is the free availability of chargers in everyday use, especially if the operator has electronic devices in the mobile Use used and must carry the charger for the used batteries with them. This unsatisfactory condition can be achieved by constantly accessible exchange stations remedy for rechargeable power sources.
- the invention has for its object a method and the associated automated To create a system with the ready, charged at all times Objects, in particular individual batteries or battery packs, are provided for each user can be.
- the focus of the invention is on the manufacture an automated system with small dimensions, in which the return, Charging, storage and delivery of rechargeable power sources characterized by ease of use and high operational reliability.
- the invention makes the use of accumulators an advantage for the environment promoted and lowered by batteries.
- the accumulated battery waste is reduced.
- Another advantage is the constant time of day and location availability of operational, charged power sources through the comprehensive arrangement of the systems. Possible locations are e.g. B. with all commercial facilities, kiosks, petrol stations and public spaces high public traffic.
- the object is achieved by a method and an automated one System for exchanging the power supply sources according to claims 1 to 4 solved. Another important advantage is that it is used to maintain functionality of the system required energy primarily through the use of solar cells provided. A normal mains connection is available to supplement this.
- a front plate 1 Input openings 2 and output openings 3, an immediate return opening 4, one Control unit 5, a display unit (monitor) 6 and money inlets and outlets 7 arranged.
- the automated system also includes a pre-test unit 8, a pre-distributor 9, a container 10 for non-rechargeable batteries, a charge detection unit 11 with subsequent charging station 12, various type-appropriate collection containers 13 for the rechargeable batteries and input channels 14, forwarding channels 15 and 16 and output channels 17 and 18. Serve for power supply Solar cells 19.
- This information can optionally also be contained on transponders 23 be, which are also on objects 20 and of the type read-only or are read-write.
- Recognition means 24 are used for the recognition of the codes 22, which a conventional laser marking, bar codes or similar or the on the Can read the information contained in the transponder.
- the pre-test unit 8 sends a signal to the pre-distributor 9, after which the decision on the forwarding in channels 15, 16 or 18 he follows. If the object is not recognized or is not rechargeable, you can do the following Query of the customer via display unit 6 and control unit 5 of channel 18 Immediate return opening 4 or channel 16 to the container 10 for the purpose of proper Disposal can be selected. In case of rechargeability the objects 20 are routed via the channel 15 to the charge detection unit 11. This checks the state of charge and sends the corresponding signals to the charging station 12 further. The charged objects 20 enter the by type for storage orderly collection container 13. After receiving appropriate signals from the Control unit 5 (customer's purchase request via control unit and payment made by entering money into the opening 7), the objects 20 pass through the output channel 17 to the dispensing opening 3 for removal by the customer.
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Die vorliegende Erfindung bezieht sich auf ein Verfahren und ein automatisiertes System zum Einziehen und Ausgeben von Objekten, insbesondere aufladbare Stromversorgungsquellen, wie Akkus und Akku-Packs.The present invention relates to a method and an automated one System for pulling and unloading objects, especially rechargeable Power sources, such as batteries and battery packs.
Es sind heute in vielen Bereichen elektronische Geräte im Einsatz, die mit Batterien oder Akkumulatoren betrieben werden. Dabei werden nach einer von dem jeweiligen Gerät abhängigen Nutzungsdauer die Batterien gegen neue Batterien gewechselt bzw. bei Akkumulatoren verbrauchte gegen neu geladene ausgetauscht. Im Falle der Verwendung von Batterien stellen die verbrauchten Elemente eine Belastung für die Umwelt dar. Die Verwendung von Akkumulatoren hingegen verbessert die Umweltbelastung dahingehend, daß eine Entsorgung erst nach einer großen Anzahl von Ladezyklen notwendig wird, vorausgesetzt, die Akkumulatoren werden ihrem Typ und Ladezustand entsprechend sachgemäß aufgeladen.Today electronic devices are used in many areas, those with batteries or batteries are operated. This will be done according to one of the respective Device-dependent service life, the batteries are replaced by new batteries or, in the case of accumulators, exchanged ones for new ones. In the event of The use of batteries puts a strain on the used elements the environment. The use of accumulators, however, improves the environmental impact in that a disposal only after a large number charging cycles is necessary, provided the batteries are yours Type and state of charge properly charged.
Die gegenwärtig in einer großen Vielfalt angebotenen Ladegeräte für Einzelelemente und Akku-Packs werden nach dem Stand der Technik jeweils separat in speziellen Werkstätten oder im privaten Haushalt individuell von den Benutzern elektronischer Geräte betrieben. In jedem Fall ist für die Dauer des Ladezyklus die Verfügbarkeit der aufzuladenden Akkus nicht gegeben. Abhilfe schaffen hier, nach dem Stand der Technik, zu einem geringen Maße Schnelladegeräte oder aber eine vorsorgliche Bevorratung von geladenen Akkus. Diese Lagerung geladener, betriebsbereiter Akkus ist allerdings aufgrund der nicht zu vernachlässigenden Selbstentladung zeitlich nur begrenzt möglich.The chargers for individual elements currently offered in a wide variety and battery packs are each separately in special according to the state of the art Workshops or in private households individually by the users electronic Devices operated. In any case, availability is available for the duration of the charging cycle of the rechargeable batteries to be charged. Remedy here, according to State of the art, to a small extent quick chargers or precautionary Storage of charged batteries. This storage loaded, ready for use However, batteries are due to the not negligible self-discharge only possible for a limited time.
Ein erhebliches Defizit ist die freie Verfügbarkeit von Ladegeräten im täglichen Umgang, insbesondere dann, wenn der Betreiber elektronische Geräte im mobilen Einsatz verwendet und die Ladegeräte für die benutzten Akkus mit sich führen muß. Diesem nicht befriedigenden Zustand kann durch ständig erreichbare Austauschstationen für aufladbare Stromqellen Abhilfe geschaffen werden .A significant deficit is the free availability of chargers in everyday use, especially if the operator has electronic devices in the mobile Use used and must carry the charger for the used batteries with them. This unsatisfactory condition can be achieved by constantly accessible exchange stations remedy for rechargeable power sources.
Der Erfindung liegt die Aufgabe zugrunde, ein Verfahren und das zugehörige automatisierte System zu schaffen, mit dem zu jeder Zeit betriebsbereite, aufgeladene Objekte, insbesondere einzelne Akkus oder Akkupacks, für jeden Nutzer bereitgestellt werden können. Dabei liegt der Schwerpunkt der Erfindung in der Herstellung eines automatisierten Systems mit geringen Abmessungen, bei dem sich die Rücknahme, Aufladung, Lagerung und Abgabe der wiederaufladbaren Stromversorgungsquellen durch einfache Bedienbarkeit und hohe Betriebssicherheit auszeichnen.The invention has for its object a method and the associated automated To create a system with the ready, charged at all times Objects, in particular individual batteries or battery packs, are provided for each user can be. The focus of the invention is on the manufacture an automated system with small dimensions, in which the return, Charging, storage and delivery of rechargeable power sources characterized by ease of use and high operational reliability.
Durch die Erfindung wird zum Vorteil der Umwelt die Verwendung von Akkumulatoren gefördert und die von Batterien gesenkt. Der anfallende Batterie-Sondermüll wird reduziert. Ein weiterer Vorteil besteht in der tageszeitlich und örtlich ständig vorhandenen Verfügbarkeit betriebsbereiter, aufgeladener Stromversorgungsquellen durch flächendeckende Anordnung der Systeme. Mögliche Aufstellungsorte sind z. B. alle Handelseinrichtungen, Kioske, Tankstellen sowie öffentliche Plätze mit hohem Publikumsverkehr.The invention makes the use of accumulators an advantage for the environment promoted and lowered by batteries. The accumulated battery waste is reduced. Another advantage is the constant time of day and location availability of operational, charged power sources through the comprehensive arrangement of the systems. Possible locations are e.g. B. with all commercial facilities, kiosks, petrol stations and public spaces high public traffic.
Die Aufgabe wird erfindungsgemäß durch ein Verfahren und ein automatisiertes
System zum Austauschen der Stromversorgungsquellen nach Anspruch 1 bis 4
gelöst. Als wesentlicher weiterer Vorteil tritt hinzu, daß die zur Funktionsaufrechterhaltung
des Systems benötigte Energie vorrangig durch den Einsatz von Solarzellen
bereitgestellt wird. Zur Ergänzung ist ein normaler Netzanschluß vorhanden.The object is achieved by a method and an automated one
System for exchanging the power supply sources according to
Während Patentanspruch 1 das erfindungsgemäße Verfahren enthält, wird in den
Ansprüchen 2 bis 4 das automatisierte System beschrieben.
Bei dem erfindungsgemäßen System sind auf einer Frontplatte 1 eine oder mehrere
Eingabeöffnungen 2 und Ausgabeöffnungen 3, eine Sofortrückgabeöffnung 4, eine
Bedieneinheit 5, eine Anzeigeeinheit (Monitor) 6 sowie Geldein- und -ausgabeöffnungen
7 angeordnet.In the system according to the invention there are one or more on a
Zum automatisierten System gehören weiterhin eine Vorprüfeinheit 8, ein Vorverteiler
9, ein Behälter 10 für nicht wiederaufladbare Akkus, eine Ladeerkennungseinheit
11 mit anschließender Ladestation 12, verschiedene typengerechte Sammelbehälter
13 für die wiederaufgeladenen Akkus sowie Eingabekanäle 14, Weiterleitungskanäle
15 und 16 und Ausgabekanäle 17 und 18. Zur Stromversorgung dienen
Solarzellen 19.The automated system also includes a pre-test unit 8, a pre-distributor
9, a
Die eingegebenen Objekte 20, vorzugsweise Akkus oder Akku-Packs, gelangen
durch die Eingabeöffnung 2 über den Eingabekanal 14 zur Vorprüfeinheit 8 zwecks
Erkennung von Typ, Ladezustand und Ladetauglichkeit der Objekte 20. Optional
sind diese Informationen ganz oder teilweise auf Informationslabels 21 mit Codierung
22, vorzugsweise Barcode, enthalten, die auf den Objekten 20 angebracht
sind. Optional können diese Informationen auch auf Transpondern 23 enthalten
sein, die sich ebenfalls auf den Objekten 20 befinden und vom Typ read-only oder
read-write sind. Für die Erkennung der Codes 22 werden Erkennungsmittel 24 verwandt,
die eine herkömmliche Laserbeschriftung, Bar-Codes o.ä. bzw. die auf dem
Transponder enthaltenen Informationen lesen können.The entered
Die Vorprüfeinheit 8 sendet im Ergebnis der Prüfung ein Signal an den Vorverteiler
9, nach dem die Entscheidung über die Weiterleitung in den Kanälen 15, 16 oder 18
erfolgt. Wird das Objekt nicht erkannt bzw. ist es nicht wiederaufladbar, kann nach
Abfrage des Kunden über Anzeigeeinheit 6 und Bedieneinheit 5 der Kanal 18 zur
Sofortrückgabeöffnung 4 oder der Kanal 16 zum Sammelbehälter 10 zwecks ordnungsgemäßer
Entsorgung gewählt werden. Im Falle der Wiederaufladbarkeit werden
die Objekte 20 über den Kanal 15 zur Ladeerkennungseinheit 11 geleitet. Diese
überprüft den Ladezustand und gibt die entsprechenden Signale zur Ladestation 12
weiter. Die aufgeladenen Objekte 20 gelangen zwecks Lagerung in die nach Typ
geordneten Sammelbehälter 13. Nach Empfang entsprechender Signale von der
Bedieneinheit 5 (Kaufwunsch des Kunden über Bedieneinheit und erfolgter Bezahlung
durch Geldeingabe in die Öffnung 7) gelangen die Objekte 20 über den Ausgabekanal
17 zur Ausgabeöffnung 3 zwecks Entnahme durch den Kunden.As a result of the test, the pre-test unit 8 sends a signal to the pre-distributor
9, after which the decision on the forwarding in
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