EP2345466B1 - Eclairage pour roues porteuses - Google Patents

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EP2345466B1
EP2345466B1 EP11150162A EP11150162A EP2345466B1 EP 2345466 B1 EP2345466 B1 EP 2345466B1 EP 11150162 A EP11150162 A EP 11150162A EP 11150162 A EP11150162 A EP 11150162A EP 2345466 B1 EP2345466 B1 EP 2345466B1
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Jörg Beutler
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    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63GMERRY-GO-ROUNDS; SWINGS; ROCKING-HORSES; CHUTES; SWITCHBACKS; SIMILAR DEVICES FOR PUBLIC AMUSEMENT
    • A63G7/00Up-and-down hill tracks; Switchbacks
    • AHUMAN NECESSITIES
    • A63SPORTS; GAMES; AMUSEMENTS
    • A63GMERRY-GO-ROUNDS; SWINGS; ROCKING-HORSES; CHUTES; SWITCHBACKS; SIMILAR DEVICES FOR PUBLIC AMUSEMENT
    • A63G21/00Chutes; Helter-skelters

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  • the invention relates to a vehicle for amusement devices, which essentially comprises a frame and a person receiving device.
  • the acoustic means and optical means such.
  • the bulbs are attached, inter alia, on the frame or on the vehicles of the rides.
  • the impeller according to the invention for a rail-bound vehicle for amusement devices comprises a lighting device with at least one light source and a circuit board with a base body, wherein the illumination device and the board are arranged on the at least one impeller, and wherein the main body of the board Plastic is shed.
  • An inventive rail-bound vehicle for amusement facilities, in particular roller coaster, with a frame and a person receiving device comprises an inventive impeller.
  • the light source is arranged on the impeller.
  • the light sources move on the one hand linearly in the direction of travel, on the other hand, they rotate (as the linear movement superimposed movement) along a circular path around the axis of rotation of the impeller.
  • the light source is an LED.
  • LEDs are characterized in particular by low energy consumption, several possible light colors and short on and off times and can be controlled in a simple manner.
  • the "pixel density" (with each LED being able to represent one pixel) can be varied, and differently sized and differently shaped LEDs can be used.
  • a corresponding control circuit or by a corresponding control.
  • one or more LEDs form independent switching groups that are controlled separately.
  • sensors such as, for example, speed sensors, brightness sensors, acoustic sensors, acceleration sensors or position sensors can be used to generate a defined To achieve control of the lighting elements.
  • the position sensors can, for example, the current angle of rotation of the impeller relative to the chassis and / or relative to a certain plane, for. B. the earth's surface, and / or the position of the vehicle relative to a certain plane, z. B. the earth's surface, determine.
  • light panels are used in addition to or as an alternative to the LEDs. These can be arranged flat on the visible surface of the wheels.
  • a power generation unit with an inductance can be arranged on the vehicle.
  • the at least one inductance may be arranged on the impeller and correspondingly at least one magnet (eg permanent magnet) may be arranged on the running gear, on the frame or on the running rail (stationary).
  • the magnet is arranged in particular stationary on the chassis, so that current is induced in the inductance by the rotational movement of the impeller.
  • the electrical energy can thus be provided internally in the wheels, which simplifies the supply of power.
  • a tapping of electrical energy for example by an abrasive body or transport of electricity in the impeller is not necessary.
  • a connection to the chassis eg by a sliding contact
  • any generator principle can be used, which converts kinetic energy of the vehicle into electrical energy.
  • the kinetic energy can be used, which has the rotation of the impeller relative to the frame or the person receiving device.
  • the movement of the impeller can be used to induce electricity.
  • a rotor (provided with electric or permanent magnets) is present, which is rotated relative to a fixed stator housing.
  • electrical voltage is induced in the inductance (eg conductor coils) provided on the stator.
  • the impeller can be viewed schematically as a rotor.
  • the principle of a generator is used in the first place, in which the current in the rotor (impeller) is induced.
  • the field coil or the permanent magnet is stationary mounted on the frame or the person receiving device.
  • the generated electricity is available directly in the impeller.
  • the induced voltage can be controlled by the size of the exciter field.
  • a control of the magnetic field and thus the induced voltage in the induction coil is possible.
  • the magnetic field of the field coil (s) can be controlled by a controller in dependence on the speed of the impeller so that, at least after exceeding a minimum speed, approximately a constant voltage or current or power is induced.
  • switching elements for limiting the voltage or the voltage lowering or also lifting components can be provided (independently of or in addition to a provision of an activation of the field coils).
  • An intermediate storage of electrical energy and a release of the energy from the buffer, with suitable power and voltage, would also be conceivable.
  • At least part of the electrical energy supplied can be used by the control circuit for controlling the lighting elements, so that, for example, the light color changes with a change in the movement speed or the rotational speed of the wheels.
  • a mobile lighting is possible, being used as a lighting support the wheels of the moving vehicle.
  • the power source can supply different circuits that drive the light sources differently (eg, a circuit generates at lower speeds already sufficient power, the colored LEDs to light up brings, while a second circuit activated at higher speeds differently colored LEDs).
  • the controller eg microcontroller or circuit for controlling the LEDs and possibly additional sensors (for measuring the rotational speed of an impeller or the position of the vehicle) can be used to generate special lighting effects, in particular standing patterns etc.
  • the controller eg microcontroller or circuit for controlling the LEDs can be arranged on the impeller.
  • the illumination device has a circuit board for attaching the light source to the circuit board.
  • the power source is mounted on the board.
  • the inductance / coil is arranged on the circuit board.
  • the illumination device may have a circuit board for attaching the power source to the circuit board.
  • the inductance / coil is arranged on the circuit board.
  • the board is preferably attached to a wheel rim of the impeller.
  • the board may be potted in the wheel rim (with plastic or the like) to prevent corrosion or other damage.
  • the encapsulation also assumes the function of damping with respect to the impact-sensitive components. In addition, it is necessary to fix all parts (inter alia by pouring) so that a detachment is excluded from the wheel and thus accidents and other damage caused by detached components.
  • the vehicle is a rail vehicle for amusement, especially a roller coaster vehicle. Due to the high loads of the vehicles in this application, a robust construction of the lighting device is necessary. The lighting device must also operate at high speeds, heavy impact (which are transmitted directly by the use of low-damping wheel coverings), moisture, dirt, etc., trouble-free. In addition, by the Invention ensures that the personal safety is granted, ie it can in particular no components of the board or the board to come off the wheel. The attachment between the impeller and the board is in particular positive and / or cohesive.
  • An inventive wheel for an amusement vehicle in particular for a roller coaster, comprises at least one light source, and an inductive power supply.
  • the impeller may include at least one inductor attached thereto.
  • the impeller comprises at least one inductance attached thereto for interaction with at least one magnet arranged stationarily on the vehicle.
  • At least one light source is attached to the impeller.
  • FIGS. 1 and 2 an embodiment of the invention is shown schematically.
  • a vehicle 1 for amusement facilities in particular for roller coasters or
  • Rides includes a frame (not shown) connected to a personal reception device 10.
  • the person receiving device 10 is oriented upwards relative to the frame.
  • the person receiving device 10 may include, for example, a seat or a seat shell and additionally has a backrest 11 and side stabilization elements 12, so that a passenger is guaranteed a secure hold despite any acceleration moments.
  • the person receiving device 10 and the frame are at least partially surrounded by a housing 20.
  • the housing 20 may be formed in the form of, for example, a car, a rocket or an airplane.
  • landing gear 30 On the frame is still directed downward landing gear 30 is arranged.
  • rotatable wheels 31 On the chassis 30 spaced from the frame and the person receiving device 10 rotatable wheels 31 are arranged. As is usual with many rides the wheels 31 are provided in a double, superposed design. A running rail can run between the wheels 31, so that the vehicle can be guided stably and safely on the rail.
  • At least one permanent magnet 32 is arranged in each case.
  • In the corresponding wheels 31 at least one coil is arranged or integrated.
  • the induced current is supplied to a circuit 31 integrated in the impeller.
  • the circuit comprises a control circuit for controlling and regulating the lighting elements 33.
  • the control circuit may be equipped with a microcontroller and various sensors, so that different lighting elements 33 are operated, for example, at measured different speeds.
  • Coils and lighting elements 33 are integrated in the rotatable wheels 31.
  • At least one magnet (permanent magnet or electromagnet) 32 is arranged between the running wheels 31 and the running gear 30, so that current is induced in the coil by rotating the running wheels 31, which feeds the lighting elements 33.
  • FIG. 3 is an impeller 50 according to an embodiment of the invention in the side view, parallel to the tread 51 shown.
  • the impeller 50 has an axis 52 (shown in dashed lines), via which the impeller 50 is rotatably connected to the vehicle.
  • a plurality of lighting elements 54 are arranged on the side surface 53 of the impeller 50.
  • the lighting elements 54 are designed as LEDs.
  • an LED can form a separate lighting group A.
  • one or more radially aligned lighting groups B and / or one or more annularly aligned lighting groups C are formed.
  • the LEDs can be controlled separately different, so that, for example, depending on the speed or the current orientation of the vehicle different patterns arise.
  • the above-mentioned LEDs can also by other illumination means or optical display means, such as. B. light panels, replaced and / or supplemented.
  • the arrangement of coils, LEDs and associated circuit can be mounted on a circuit board (eg., Plastic board), which is then rotatably connected to the impeller with this.
  • the board may for example be annular. It may have slots for the LEDs and anchor-like inwardly or outwardly projecting projections for winding the coils on the projections. This arrangement is compact and important components are integrated into the PCB.
  • the board can be provided, mounted on the impeller, replaced or disassembled for maintenance without the need to disconnect electrical connections to the chassis.
  • the LEDs may not be electrically connected directly to the board but through cables.
  • the coils may be glued or soldered to the board.
  • the coils can be glued to the surface of the board so that, with the board mounted on the impeller, they are received in cavities of the impeller.
  • the board can be bolted to the impeller, for example.
  • a magnetic holding plate may be provided, are arranged on the permanent magnets or electromagnets, which cooperate with rotating impeller to generate electricity with the induction coils.
  • the magnetic retaining plate can be made of plastic. It is attached to the support frame of the vehicle so that it is stationary relative to the rotational movements of the impeller.
  • FIG. 4 shows an embodiment in which a lighting device is mounted on a circuit board 6, which is cast in the rim 51 of an impeller 50.
  • the circuit board 6 has a main body 60 and a lighting device.
  • the main body 60 is made of plastic and is potted with ù! Plastic.
  • the board 6 is shown separated from the impeller 50. The attachment is indicated by an arrow.
  • the components of the illumination device are a plurality of LEDs 61, which are arranged on the front side of the main body 60. At the back of the main body 60 coils 62 are arranged, which rotate with the impeller 50. They cooperate with magnets (not shown) attached to the frame in such a way that current is induced in the coils 62 when the rotor 50 rotates.
  • the lighting device also has a controller 63. This regulates the power supply to the LEDs 61 via lines 64.
  • the components 61, 62, 63, 64 of the lighting device form a circuit.

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  1. Roue porteuse (31) pour un véhicule sur rails (1) pour des dispositifs de divertissement, en particulier pour un véhicule de montagnes russes, caractérisée en ce que la roue porteuse (31) comporte une platine (6) avec un corps de base et un dispositif d'éclairage avec au moins une source de lumière (33), la platine (6) avec le corps de base et le dispositif d'éclairage étant disposée sur l'au moins une roue porteuse (31) et le corps de base de la platine étant moulé en plastique.
  2. Roue porteuse (31) selon la revendication 1, caractérisée en ce que la source de lumière (33) est une DEL et/ou un panneau lumineux.
  3. Véhicule sur rails (1) pour des dispositifs de divertissement, en particulier pour un véhicule de montagnes russes, avec un châssis et un dispositif de réception de personne (10), caractérisé en ce qu'au moins une roue porteuse (31) selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes est disposée sur le châssis.
  4. Véhicule (1) selon la revendication 3, caractérisé en ce que le véhicule (1) présente au moins une source de courant.
  5. Véhicule (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 3 ou 4, caractérisé en ce que la roue porteuse (33) présente au moins une source de courant.
  6. Véhicule (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 3 à 5, caractérisé en ce que la source de courant comporte une bobine de sorte que lors de la rotation des roues porteuses (31), du courant soit induit dans la bobine.
  7. Véhicule (1) selon la revendication 6, caractérisé en ce que la bobine est disposée sur la roue porteuse (31) et en complément de la bobine, un élément magnétique, en particulier un aimant permanent (32) ou un électroaimant est fixement relié au châssis, en particulier à un châssis de roulement (30).
  8. Véhicule (1) selon la revendication 6, caractérisé en ce que la bobine est disposée sur la roue porteuse (31) et en complément de la bobine, une seconde bobine est fixement reliée au châssis, en particulier à un châssis de roulement (30).
  9. Véhicule (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications 7 ou 8, caractérisé en ce que la bobine est intégrée dans la roue porteuse (31).
  10. Véhicule (1) selon la revendication 5, caractérisé en ce que la source de courant est montée sur la platine.
  11. Véhicule (1) selon l'une quelconque des revendications précédentes 3 à 10, caractérisé en ce que la platine est fixée sur une jante de la roue porteuse (33).
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