JP2010121392A - Door mechanism with electronic display using light transmission raw material - Google Patents

Abstract

<P>PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a door mechanism with an electronic display which uses a light transmission raw material with high safety, particularly, has a light emitting device and a control unit, can easily confirm the use state, and has superior aesthetic appearance. <P>SOLUTION: This door mechanism includes door panels and side panels. Each door panel or side panel comprises thin sheets joined to the front and rear surfaces of a frame body serving as a core, respectively. A surface material is formed of a semi-transparent or opaque light transmission raw material. The door mechanism with an electronic display using a light transmission raw material includes light emitting devices installed on the rear side of the surface thin sheet of the door panel or the side panel at intervals allowing the light transmitted from the outside of the door panel or the side panel thereto to be visible, a display panel which is inserted between the surface thin sheet made of an artificial marble and the light transmission device and in which graphic and/or character holes are formed and the control unit for controlling the light emitting device. <P>COPYRIGHT: (C)2010,JPO&INPIT

Description

  The present invention relates to a door mechanism with an electric display using a light transmissive material, and in particular, the surface of a door panel and / or a sleeve panel used in a private room such as a toilet is formed of a thin plate of a light transmissive material. The present invention relates to a door mechanism with an electric display that displays characters or figures on the surface of a door panel and / or a sleeve panel by a light emitting device installed inside the room.

Normally, in a toilet, it is determined by using a door lock structure provided in the vicinity of a doorknob whether or not it is in use. In this structure, even when standing in front of the door, it is usually displayed below the line of sight, so it is difficult to check the toilet usage, and it is difficult to see at other angles. Use and non-use are often confirmed depending on the state.
When it is crowded, it is not only difficult to check the usage state, but it also makes the user feel uncomfortable because nothing can be done even if the waiting time is long.
In addition, since anyone can use it, attention has been paid more than ever for safety in recent years, and there is a need for an improved toilet that can be used with confidence even during times of congestion.

In public toilets, a heavy door with a certain amount of weight is required because it is frequently used. Since doors are frequently opened and closed, it is also required to give strength to the door so as to prevent rattling due to long-term use by stabilizing the center of gravity by giving the door a weight. The use of a heavy door panel is preferable because it has an effect of giving a high-class appearance, but there is a problem that the cost increases as the weight increases.
In the design considering the cost, the wooden door has an advantage that it is inexpensive and easy to process, but there is a problem in terms of durability, and there is a problem that the decorativeness is poor and it is difficult to obtain a high-class feeling. In addition, although a door made of metal such as aluminum can also reduce the cost, it lacks heavyness and has a problem in durability such as rattling.

  Furthermore, since there are many users, it is easy to get dirty, hygienic problems such as easy cleaning and a structure that is easy to keep clean are also important issues.

  Therefore, it is easy to check the use state of the toilet, and it is possible not only to use the toilet but also to make the waiting state comfortable, and there is a need for a high-quality toilet booth with enhanced security functions. It was.

  In recent years, buildings and services that place emphasis on the space of private rooms are increasing in addition to toilet booths. Even in such facilities, it is important to enhance the safety as well as the durability of the door structure, and it is easy to check the occupancy status of a room even in a private room, and a structure that can provide a space that can be used with confidence is desired. It was rare.

  Therefore, there is a demand for the development of a door that has a certain amount of weight and durability, can be produced at low cost, and has a beautiful appearance, and has a door structure that is easy to clean while having excellent hygiene such as antibacterial properties. Development was desired.

JP 2001-234680 A JP 2006-257699 A

  In order to solve the above problems, the present invention relates to a door mechanism with an electric display using a light-transmitting material, and in particular, a door mechanism including a light emitting device and a control device, and the usage state can be easily confirmed. Another object of the present invention is to provide a door mechanism with an electric light display using a light-transmitting material having an aesthetic appearance and high safety and excellent hygiene.

  In order to achieve the above object, a door with an electric display using a light-transmitting material according to the present invention is a door mechanism comprising a door panel and a sleeve panel, wherein the door panel or the sleeve panel is a frame serving as a core material. It consists of a structure in which thin plates are attached to the front and back surfaces of the body, the surface material is formed of a translucent or opaque light-transmitting material, and the outside of the door panel or sleeve panel on the back side of the surface thin plate of the door panel or sleeve panel A light emitting device installed at an interval at which light transmitted from the surface becomes visible, a display plate on which a surface thin plate made of artificial marble and a figure and / or character-shaped hole inserted between the light emitting devices are formed And a control device for controlling the light emitting device.

  Moreover, the door mechanism with an electric light display has a structure in which a switch that also serves as a lock mechanism is provided between the sleeve panel and the door panel. Moreover, the said door mechanism is a structure where the human body detection sensor is provided in the said sleeve panel or the said door panel. Furthermore, the light source of the light emitting device is a door mechanism with an electric display which is an LED.

The thin plate of the light transmissive material is artificial marble, and the artificial marble has a thickness of 4 mm or more and 6 mm or less. Moreover, the said display board is also a door mechanism with an electric light display whose thickness is 10 mm or more and 12 mm or less.
Further, the door mechanism may have a structure including a speaker that generates a sound having a switch mechanism.

Since the door mechanism with an electric light display using the light transmissive material according to the present invention has the configuration as described in detail above, the following effects are obtained.
1. There is no display of characters and figures in the normal state, but when the power is turned on and the power is turned on, the light emitting device displays the usage state on the surface so that it is easy to recognize, and the light emitting device is controlled by controlling the light emission by the control device. It is also possible to change the display by, and the unpleasant feeling due to the waiting time can be relieved. In addition, by using a light-transmitting material for the door mechanism, the decorativeness is improved, and a door rich in change can be provided.
2. With the switches mounted on the door panel and the sleeve panel, light emission and / or electronic sound can be controlled as the door is opened and closed, and switching can be performed appropriately.
3. The switch can be switched by easily distinguishing the occupancy state in the private room by the sensor.

4). By using LEDs, power consumption can be reduced, and appropriate light transmission can be given to the surface of the thin panel, and the expression method can be diversified, and the aesthetics can be dramatically improved.
5). By using artificial marble for the light-transmitting thin plate, the durability is improved, and it is possible to provide a door mechanism having a sense of weight and an aesthetic appearance while suppressing costs. Moreover, it can be set as the door mechanism with an electric light display which is highly antibacterial, excellent in hygiene, and easy to clean.
6). By setting the thickness of the artificial marble to 6 mm or less, it is possible to display the display figure on the door with appropriate light emission intensity.
7). Since the display board has an appropriate thickness, the light is gentle and the decorative pattern can be beautifully displayed on the surface of the door panel or the sleeve panel.
8). By generating sound from the speaker, it is possible to generate a warning sound in an emergency and improve safety. In addition, by controlling the speaker sound and changing the sound that is normally used, the comfort during normal use can be improved, and the uncomfortable feeling of waiting for use can be alleviated.

Hereinafter, a door mechanism with an electric light display using a light-transmitting material according to the present invention will be described in detail based on an embodiment shown in the drawings. FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing an embodiment of a door mechanism with an electric display according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a sectional view of the door mechanism with an electric display according to the present invention, and FIG. 3 is a display board according to the present invention. 4 is a perspective view showing a lock mechanism switch and a speaker of the door mechanism with an electric light display according to the present invention, and FIG. 5 is an example of a display pattern and a light emission pattern of the door mechanism with an electric light display according to the present invention. FIG.
The door mechanism 10 with an electric display using the light transmissive material of the present invention has a configuration including a door panel 20, a sleeve panel 30, and a hinge part 40.

As shown in FIG. 1, the door panel 20 is pivotally attached to the sleeve panel 30 by a hinge portion 40 so as to be freely opened and closed.
The door panel 20 has a configuration in which a thin plate is attached to the front surface 52 and the back surface 54 of the frame body serving as a core material, and the front surface 52 and / or the back surface 54 is formed by a thin plate 50 of a light-transmitting material whose surface material is translucent or opaque. Has been. In addition, as shown in the cross-sectional view of FIG. 2, the display panel 60, the light emitting device 70, and the inside of the door panel 20, particularly the back side of the surface 52 of the light-transmitting thin plate, within the range of the thickness of the door panel 20, This is a structure in which a control device 80 is installed.
In this embodiment, the door panel 20 and the sleeve panel 30 are pivotally attached by the hinge portion 40, but it is not necessary to provide the hinge portion, and a door structure in which the door panel slides and opens may be used.

In this embodiment, the door panel 20 is a door with an inner cavity formed by a thin plate 50 of a translucent or opaque surface material on the front surface 52 and the back surface 54, but only the surface may be a light transmissive material. Is possible. A thin plate capable of concealing the door internal structure is used as a thin plate of a light transmissive material used for the panel. The material is not limited, and any material may be used as long as the light-emitting device 70 is concealed when the light emitting device 70 is turned off and the light-emitting display pattern is transparently displayed when the light-emitting device 70 is turned on. When the light is turned off, the internal structure of the door is not visually recognized, but only the thin plate on the surface is visually recognized, and the light transmitted when the light emitting device is turned on is displayed on the panel. In this embodiment, artificial marble is used as a thin plate of a light transmissive material. By using artificial marble, the panel has durability and antibacterial properties and can be made into a more decorative panel.
Moreover, it is also possible to provide a structure in which the outer surface is formed by a thin plate of a light-transmitting material such as artificial marble by providing wood or the like as a small edge material inside the door panel and / or the sleeve panel. In this case, a notch portion is provided in a part of the edge material, and a display plate, a light emitting device, and a control device are provided in the notch portion. By providing the edge material, it is possible to improve durability and set the door panel 20 to an appropriate weight.

The thickness of the artificial marble thin plate 50 constituting the door panel is not limited, and may be any thickness as long as the light from the light emitting device can be transmitted and projected on the surface at the time of lighting, but the thickness is 4 mm or more and 6 mm. More preferably, the following thin plate is used. At least the surface 52 of the door panel is formed of a thin artificial marble, but not only the front and back surfaces of the door panel but also the side surfaces are all formed of artificial marble so that the appearance is unified and the door panel has a more beautiful appearance. I can do it. In addition, it is possible to improve the aesthetic appearance by making the outer surface of the sleeve panel 30 together with the door panel 20 from artificial marble.
Since artificial marble is used only on the outer surface of the panel, the cost can be reduced. Moreover, since the outer surface which is easy to get dirty is made of artificial marble, it has a high antibacterial property, is easy to clean, and has excellent hygiene.

  The display plate 60 is a plate-like body in which a display pattern 62 such as a drawing, a symbol, or a character display to be displayed on the door surface is written or formed in a hole. The display board 60 is disposed between the artificial marble thin plate 52 on the surface and the light emitting device 70, and the light emitted by the light emitting device 70 is displayed on the display board 60 while being controlled by the control device 80. Is transparently displayed on the surface 52 of the artificial marble.

As shown in FIG. 3, the display plate 60 includes a cutout portion 64 and a plate portion 66, and the display pattern 62 is represented by a cutout portion 64 cut out so as to form a hole in the plate body. The display pattern 62 can be cut out and displayed with a plurality of graphics and characters. In the example shown in FIG. 3, the wrinkle pattern is cut out and displayed on the display board 60. The display board 60 is cut and displayed by forming at least one figure or character by a hole, and a plurality of figures and characters are displayed in order by the light emitting device 70 and the control device 80. It can be.
The display board 60 can be made of wood, but is not limited thereto. It is also possible to use a resin material or artificial marble. Any material can be used as long as it transmits light from the light emitting device through the cutout portion 64 and can be blocked by the plate portion 66. Further, the thickness of the display plate 60 is not limited, but it is preferable to use a display plate having a thickness of 10 mm or more and 12 mm or less. By taking a certain distance between the light source and the display surface, the light from the light source 72 is appropriately diffused and can be displayed beautifully on the surface 52 of the artificial marble. In this embodiment, the display board 60 is mounted inside the door panel near the door lock so that the display pattern is transmitted through a part of the door panel 20. However, the display board 60 has a size within the door panel. Any size that can be installed is acceptable, and a display pattern can be transmitted through the entire door panel.

The light emitting device 70 is a device that is mounted on the back of the artificial marble 50 and displays the display drawing, display symbols, characters, and the like of the display board 60 through the artificial marble 50 with light. The light emitting device 70 is installed in the door panel at a distance from the artificial marble on the surface 52. By adjusting the width of the display panel 60, the light is emitted from the light emitting device 70 so as to be visible from outside the door panel.
The light emitting device 70 includes a substrate 74 and a light source 72. The substrate 74 is formed to be approximately the same size as the display plate 60, and a light source 72 is arranged in accordance with the cutout pattern of the display plate 60 as shown in FIG. Further, the light source 72 may be uniformly arranged on the substrate and may be configured to emit light according to the cutout pattern. The light generated from the light source 72 of the light emitting device 70 is transmitted through the artificial marble 50 and indirectly displays the design on the smooth artificial marble surface 52. For this reason, since the character figure which is not normally expressed on the outer surface is displayed in an electric display, there is an effect of greatly improving the aesthetic appearance.

  In this embodiment, an LED is used for the light source 72 that is the light emitting device 70. By using the LED, it is possible to obtain a large amount of light energy with low cost, low power consumption and long life. Since a variety of colors are transparently displayed on the artificial marble thin sheet from the back, it can be displayed beautifully. Further, a light source that emits a plurality of colors in accordance with the design of the display board 60 can be used. The light source 72 is not limited to an LED, and a light source with high output and good directivity, such as a small light bulb, an organic EL light source, or a semiconductor laser, can be used in addition to the LED, as long as it emits light. Various design changes can be made without changing the gist of the present invention.

Further, the color, light intensity, illuminance, and the like of the light source 72 are not limited, and can be appropriately selected according to the display pattern 62 displayed on the artificial marble on the surface. For example, when the display pattern 62 is clearly displayed, it is possible to use a light source having a high luminous intensity, and it is possible to suppress the illuminance and make the display pattern 62 obscured, or a combination thereof.
In the display example shown in FIG. 3, the cutout portion 64 a emits light in purple, blue, or the like, and the cutout portion 64 b emits light in green or the like, thereby displaying the wrinkle pattern beautifully. It is also possible to change the color and luminance with time.

  The control device 80 is a device that controls light emission of the light emitting device 70. The light source 70 is mounted near the substrate 74 and controls the turn-on / off sequence, turn-on / off time, luminous intensity, etc. of each light source 72 mounted on the substrate 74. The control device 80 may be configured to be mounted on the substrate 74 of the light emitting device. The control device 80 changes the design pattern including characters / symbols transmitted and displayed on the door panel surface 52 with time by turning on, blinking, or turning off the light of the light emitting device or using various light emission colors. It is a configuration that can do things.

  The light emitting device 70 and the control device 80 have a structure that is operated by an external power source or a secondary battery. The installation position of the secondary battery or the external power supply is not limited, and for example, a structure provided near the control device or the substrate can be used. By using an LED as a light source, it can be used for a long time while using a secondary battery.

FIG. 5 shows an example of the light emission pattern of the display pattern 62 in use. In the embodiment shown in FIG. 5, a flower graphic and “in use” characters are cut out on the display board 60.
At the time of use, first, as shown in FIG. 5A, the light source 72 of the petal portion of the flower figure shown on the display board emits light and is displayed on the door panel surface 52. Next, as shown in FIG. 5B, the light source 72 that hits the stem and leaf portions of the flower figure emits light. Thereafter, all the light sources 72 on the back side of the flower figure blink. In addition, during (a) to (c), the light source 72 corresponding to the character portion “in use” is kept on.

In this embodiment, the display panel, the light emitting device, and the control device are provided inside the door panel. Similarly, the surface can be provided inside a sleeve panel formed of a transparent material such as artificial marble. is there. Similarly to the door panel, the sleeve panel is a thin plate having an artificial marble thickness of 4 mm or more and 6 mm or less, so that light from the light emitting device can be transmitted beautifully. By providing the door mechanism on the fixed sleeve panel 30, there is no fear of failure due to opening and closing, and durability can be improved. In addition, there is an advantage that the mounting work is easy. In addition, the door mechanism of the present invention can be easily used in existing toilet facilities and general households by replacing the door panel by mounting the door mechanism on the door panel side.
In the present embodiment, the same panel is used for the door panel 20 and the sleeve panel 30, but a structure using panels having different thicknesses may be used.

  Furthermore, it is also possible to have a structure in which both the door panel 20 and the sleeve panel 30 are provided with a display board, a light emitting device, and a control device. In this case, the control device 80 may be installed on one of the door panel 20 or the sleeve panel 30 and the control of the door panel and the sleeve panel may be performed in conjunction with one control device.

The present invention is characterized by a structure in which graphics and characters are suddenly displayed on the door panel 20 and / or the sleeve panel 30 made of a smooth thin plate on which nothing is displayed, and the displayed pattern is changed. It is a structure in which the use state of the toilet can be easily seen by change. For example, the user can clearly define the figure by changing the color and lighting state of the decorative pattern and the configuration in which the figure and characters displayed on the door panel change between the used state and the unused state. Even if it cannot be recognized, the usage state can be easily understood.
In the present embodiment, when the toilet is being used, the pattern displayed on the display board 60 is turned on and blinked and displayed on the artificial marble surface 52, and is turned off when the use is finished. Because the display pattern displayed on the door panel and / or sleeve panel changes, it not only ensures the visibility of the state of use, but can also be expected to change the mood and relax the toilet user, and the waiting time is long when crowded Can also be expected to relieve dissatisfaction and discomfort.

Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 4, it can be set as the structure equipped with the locking mechanism combined use switch 90 which served as the locking mechanism between the door panel 20 and the sleeve panel 30. FIG. The lock mechanism switch 90 is interlocked with the control device 80 and is configured to operate and stop the control device 80 by turning on and off the switch by locking and unlocking the door lock provided on the door panel 20. The switch does not necessarily need to be configured to work with the door locking mechanism.
In this embodiment, when the door panel 20 is locked when the toilet is used, the lock mechanism combined switch 90 is turned on, the control device is activated, the respective light sources 72 of the light emitting device 70 are turned on in turn, and the surface of the door panel At 52, the display pattern of the display board 60 is displayed. When the door lock is unlocked, the lock mechanism combined switch 90 is turned off, the operation of the control device is terminated, and the light of the light emitting device is turned off.

  Moreover, it can also be set as the structure which turns ON / OFF a switch with a sensor. By providing a human body detection sensor (not shown) as a sensor in the door mechanism, it is possible to reliably and easily determine the occupancy state by detecting the presence or absence of a human body in the room regardless of the lock mechanism. The sensor is provided on the back side of the door mechanism so as to be interlocked with the control device, and the control device is activated when a human body is detected and a detection signal is input.

  In addition, even when the door panel 20 is not locked by the control device 80, the lighting state of the light emitting device 70 can be maintained by changing the display design of the door panel 20 and the display pattern. In this case, the light emitting device 70 is switched between lighting, blinking, and extinguishing patterns by the lock mechanism switch 90.

  Furthermore, a door structure in which a sound generation device such as a speaker 94 is separately provided on the door panel 20 may be employed. In this embodiment, the speaker 94 is installed on the back surface 54 of the door panel 20, but the position of the speaker is not limited to the back surface 54. It can also be set as the structure installed in the surface 52 of a door panel, or the sleeve panel 30. FIG. For example, it can be installed so as to be integrated with the control device 80 or the substrate 72, and as shown in FIG. 2, it is also possible to adopt a structure in which the speaker unit is installed on the back side of the artificial marble of the sleeve panel. . A baffle effect can also be expected by providing a space behind the speaker and providing the speaker on a flat panel surface.

  The speaker 94 can generate several kinds of sounds and is controlled by the control device 80. The speaker 94 can be configured to be operated by a lock mechanism combined switch 90. When the door panel 20 is locked, the switch is turned on and the sound starts automatically. It is also possible to adopt a configuration that operates by a human body detection sensor. The sound is started by the detection signal from the sensor. Furthermore, as shown in FIG. 4, it is possible to provide a switch mechanism 96 that operates separately from the lock mechanism combined switch 90 or the human body detection sensor. As an example, a switch mechanism 96 may be provided adjacent to a speaker 94 provided on the back surface 54 of the door panel, and the operation may be started manually. The user can also mute the sound by a manual switch mechanism. Further, it is possible to adopt a structure in which the sound automatically generated by the lock mechanism combined switch 90 or the human body detection sensor can be switched to another sound by manually operating the switch mechanism 96 or the sound can be stopped. .

  The sound generated from the speaker 94 can be selected from a plurality of sounds such as waterfall sounds and bird sounds, music, warning sounds, and the like. In emergency / emergency, the security function can be enhanced by using a manual switch mechanism to generate a warning sound. Moreover, the display effect can be enhanced by operating the sound of the speaker 94 and the light emitting device 70 in conjunction with the control device 80. In addition to visual recognition of the usage status due to changes in the design displayed on the door panel and sleeve panel, it is easy to check the usage status of the toilet by hearing by changing the sound, which is highly safe and comfortable for the user. An available door mechanism can be provided.

  In the embodiment, the door mechanism with an electric display according to the present invention is installed in the toilet booth, but the door mechanism is not limited to the toilet booth and can be used for a door structure of a private room. Highly decorative door mechanism that can easily check the occupancy status by operating the control device with a lock mechanism combined switch provided on the door of the private room or a human body detection sensor that detects the presence or absence of a person in the room Can be provided.

The perspective view of the door with an electric light display concerning the present invention. Sectional drawing of the door with an electric light display which concerns on this invention. The perspective view which shows an example of the display board which concerns on this invention. The perspective view which shows the locking mechanism switch and speaker of the door with an electric light display which concern on this invention. The front view which shows the example of the display pattern and light emission pattern of the door with an electric light display which concerns on this invention.

Explanation of symbols

10 Door mechanism with lightning display 20 Door panel 30 Sleeve panel 40 Hinge portion 50 Thin plate 52 Front surface 54 Back surface 60 Display plate 62 Display pattern 64 Cutout portion 66 Plate portion 70 Light emitting device 72 Light source 74 Substrate 80 Control device 90 Lock mechanism combined switch 94 Speaker 96 Switch mechanism

Claims (8)

In a door mechanism consisting of a door panel and a sleeve panel,
The door panel or the sleeve panel has a structure in which thin plates are attached to the front and back surfaces of the frame as a core material, and the surface material is formed of a translucent or opaque light-transmitting material. A light-emitting device installed on the back side of the surface thin plate at an interval at which light transmitted from the outside of the door panel or the sleeve panel becomes visible, a figure inserted between the surface thin plate made of the artificial marble and the light-emitting device, and A door mechanism with an electric light display using a light-transmitting material, comprising: a display board in which character-shaped holes are formed; and a control device that controls the light-emitting device.   2. The door with an electric light display using a light-transmitting material according to claim 1, wherein the door mechanism with an electric light display is provided with a switch also serving as a lock mechanism between the sleeve panel and the door panel. mechanism.   2. The door mechanism with an electric display using a light transmissive material according to claim 1, wherein a human body detection sensor is provided on the sleeve panel or the door panel.   The light source of the said light-emitting device is LED, The door mechanism with an electric display using the light transmissive material of any one of Claim 1 thru | or 3 characterized by the above-mentioned.   The door mechanism with an electric display using the light transmissive material according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the thin plate of the light transmissive material is an artificial marble.   The door mechanism with an electric display using the light-transmitting material according to claim 5, wherein the artificial marble has a thickness of 4 mm or more and 6 mm or less.   The door mechanism with an electric display using the light transmissive material according to any one of claims 1 to 6, wherein the display plate has a thickness of 10 mm or more and 12 mm or less. The door mechanism with an electric display using the light-transmitting material according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the door mechanism includes a speaker that generates a sound and includes a switch mechanism.

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