JP3027285U - Parking lot management equipment - Google Patents

Abstract

(57) [Abstract] [Problem] In a parking lot such as a supermarket, it is difficult to confirm an empty space, which causes confusion and is not functioning sufficiently. Therefore, it is desired to provide a simple management device. SOLUTION: The vehicle is installed on the floor surface of each divided space of the parking lot in a strip shape orthogonal to the approaching direction of the vehicle, and receives the weight pressure when the vehicle passes and the positive electrode and the negative electrode come into contact with each other to operate. It is characterized in that the pressure sensitive switch 1 is provided and a circuit for transmitting an electric signal from the vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1 to a desired display means is connected. When a vehicle enters a certain space, the tire steps on and presses the belt-shaped vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1, and the pressing force causes the positive electrode and the negative electrode to come into contact with each other to switch on. Since the signal is immediately transmitted to the display means and switched to the required display, both the manager and the user know the current distribution state of the empty space in the parking lot and solve the above problem.

Description

[Detailed description of the device]

[0001]

[Technical field to which the device belongs]

 The present invention relates to a parking lot management device that provides information that enables both the manager and the user to immediately understand the usage situation of a parking lot.

[0002]

[Prior art]

 Large-scale retail stores such as supermarkets operating in various areas have established relatively large outdoor parking lots, and a form has been established in which shoppers concentrated in suburban residential areas are concentrated to lead to large sales activities. ing. Therefore, a large parking lot is an important factor that governs the success or failure of business, and the skill of its operation is also an important requirement that is directly linked to the ability to attract customers. Needless to say, it is essential to install parking lots not only at supermarkets but also at facilities such as discount shops, family restaurants, amusement parks, civic centers, hospitals, city halls, and schools where many vehicles come and go.

Generally, in a parking lot of a supermarket or the like, a concrete-paved parking lot is set up in a large outdoor space adjacent to the building or on the rooftop of a store, and a manager is stationed at the entrance of the parking lot. In addition to checking the entry of vehicles, a guard man is installed in the hall to check the position of the empty space and inform the driver so that the vehicle can be accommodated without confusion. On the other hand, in small-scale family restaurants, hospitals, city halls, etc., where the number of cars accommodated is relatively small, it is not possible to assign a full-time manager, and each space is displayed by partitioning the outdoor concrete surface around the building. It is a normal mode for the driver who came to the area to search for an empty space that can enter while slowing down around himself.

[0004]

[Problems to be solved by the device]

 In large-scale parking lots such as supermarkets, when the peak of the number of visitors arrives, a large number of vehicles are flooded in a line in an attempt to enter, which causes congestion on the surrounding roads. Moreover, the state of the parking lot that started to get confused cannot be grasped because it does not reach the eyes of the administrator stationed at the approach road, and it is not possible to tell where the empty space remains on the spot because it is impossible to tell the destination to the vehicle . On the other hand, there are a number of vehicles leaving the parking lot that are already in use, but there is no way to immediately know the location of the new empty space created there, so it is sporadic from guides running around in a large space. There is a problem that the space cannot be efficiently rotated only by the information.

In addition, when the administrator is not stationed, the driver himself has to go slowly to the parking lot to search for an empty space, and it turns out that the car is completely full after one round. It is left in an unfavorable state.

Generally, covering the management system for displaying the presence or absence of an empty space in a large parking lot is not so difficult from the present technical level. For example, providing sensors such as ultrasonic sensors and infrared sensors on each side of each space and radiating them to the sides of the approaching vehicle to detect their presence is a technology that is commonly used in other fields. It is possible enough if diverted. However, this sensor system does not work unless all the waves to be detected are projected to the side of the vehicle, so the projection equipment must be constructed in a forest that matches the height of the vehicle. It is a major obstacle to the movement of vehicles and is difficult to install. Moreover, the wave projection method is not limited to detecting only the target vehicle, but also reacts to pedestrians crossing in the same way, leaving unreliable resentment.

Since parking lots such as supermarkets often occupy an outdoor concrete surface, installing a number of relatively delicate detection sensors can prevent adverse conditions such as dust, noise, vibration, high heat, and extremely cold weather. Since it is hit directly, there are many factors that cause failures, and maintenance to protect and manage the equipment from these factors is not normal. Moreover, even if the failure does not occur, there is a high possibility that the external adverse conditions may damage the equipment and cause a malfunction, and in many cases, the control cannot be completely guaranteed in terms of detection reliability. Isn't it?

On the other hand, covering the power distribution equipment as a drive source required for the detection sensor in each of a large number of spaces that divide the vast concrete surface outdoors has a large economical burden, and has the merit obtained by the improved management. It is often too hesitant to spend too much money for comparison, and it is thought that there are many cases that are an obstacle to making decisions.

In order to solve the problems described above, the present invention instantly grasps the presence or absence of a vehicle in each space of a wide-area parking lot, and promptly informs the manager and users that the parking lot is the best. The purpose of the invention is to provide a parking lot management device that can maintain the efficiency of use, the installation cost is low, and the daily maintenance burden is minimal.

[0010]

[Means for Solving the Problems]

 The parking lot management device according to the present invention is laid in a strip shape on the floor surface F 1 of each divided space of the parking lot at right angles to the approaching direction of the vehicle C, and receives the weight pressure when the vehicle is passing through it. It is characterized in that it comprises a vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 which is operated by contact between a pole and a negative electrode, and is connected with a circuit for transmitting an electric signal from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 to a desired display means. Based on this configuration, when the vehicle enters a certain space, the tire steps on and presses the belt-shaped vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1, and the pressing force causes the positive electrode and the negative electrode to come into contact with each other to switch on. In this state, when the tire passes through the vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1, it is switched off immediately, but the signal is immediately transmitted to the display means and switched to the required display, so that both the manager and the customer are parked. Knowing the current distribution of empty space in the parking lot, when the vehicle exits, the tire again steps on the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 to contact both poles to switch on and a signal is transmitted to the display means to switch. The above problems are solved.

In this configuration, a specific mode of the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 is a positive electrode made of a highly conductive metal plate 11 that faces a positive electrode at a vertical interval from the positive electrode and has both ends locked and an intermediate portion. An insulating sheet that covers the surface of the non-contact portion of the metal plate 12 and a negative electrode made of a flexible and highly conductive metal plate 12 that can be bent by the pressing force of passing a vehicle and contact the metal plate 11. 13, a soft vinyl chloride coating 14 integrally surrounding the metal plates 11 and 12 and the insulating sheet 13 over the entire circumference, and an elastic rubber 15 further covering the soft vinyl chloride coating 14 from the whole. Is most preferable. Due to this configuration, unlike the delicate detection sensor of the prior art, it is exposed to wind and rain outdoors, and it is sufficiently resistant even in the face of natural or artificial adverse conditions such as vibration, dust, heat, and cold. However, it does not easily break down, and loss of reliability due to deterioration of function is unlikely to occur, so it is a decisive factor in solving problems. In addition, due to the nature of the configuration, the amount of energy required to blink the switch is extremely small, so light electricity such as dry batteries can be applied in some places, which is a great advantage when wiring work is difficult.

The method of converting and displaying the information transmitted from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 cannot be specified depending on the standing conditions, the size of the parking lot, the shape of the entrance and exit, etc. To enumerate the modes of the embodiment, the electric signal from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 is received to turn on or off the signal lamp 2 provided for each space, and the electric signal from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 is received to receive the entire space. An empty space display plate 3 for collectively displaying the presence or absence of parking at a parking lot is provided at a key location such as an approach road I, and a vehicle pressure-sensitive switch is provided to each floor surface crossing the approach road I and the exit road O of the parking lot. 4 is installed, and an electric signal from the vehicle pressure sensitive switch 4 is input to perform calculation, and is connected to a counter 5 which outputs in comparison with an initial condition stored in advance. Further, the output of the counter 5 is received and displayed. Switch The main thing is that the empty car information bulletin board 6 is provided in a key place. Needless to say, it is possible to further solve the problem by appropriately adopting a preferable mode according to the special conditions of the parking lot.

[0013]

[Embodiment of device]

 FIG. 1 is a vertical sectional front view showing a form of a vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 which is the subject matter of the present invention, and FIG. 2 shows a vehicle tire T passing over the upper surface of the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 which is a belt-shaped body. The state pressed by the vehicle weight is shown. The structure of the vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1 is composed of highly conductive metal plates 11 and 12, as shown in the figure. Preferred forms are copper and copper-based alloys such as copper-magazine alloys and copper-nickel- alloys. Appropriately selected from materials such as silicon alloy, beryllium copper, titanium copper, and chromium copper. It is a matter of course that it is preferable that these materials have high electrical conductivity and high material strength, and also have high fatigue strength capable of sufficiently withstanding repeated bending stress.

The vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 is a requirement that two metal plates 11 and 12 are horizontally opposed to each other with a constant distance therebetween and elastically deformed as shown in FIG. 2 only when the weight of the vehicle is applied. Even if a pedestrian passes by and steps on the upper surface, the entire body is covered with elastic rubber 15 to the extent that it does not deform, and the parts where both metal plates do not come into contact always maintain an insulating state. Therefore, the insulating sheet 13 is interposed. The material of the insulating sheet does not have to be particularly limited, but polyethylene, vinyl chloride, or the like is a target for selection. Further, the insulating sheet 13 is covered with a soft vinyl chloride coating 14 having a drum-shaped cross section from the outside, to ensure insulation in rainy weather, and the whole is covered with an elastic rubber 15.

3 (A) and 3 (B) are a plan view and a front view showing a part of a mode in which information effective for parking lot management is displayed in response to information from the arranged vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1. It is a schematic diagram of (B). When the vehicle C enters a certain space, a belt-shaped vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 is laid on the concrete floor surface F in a direction orthogonal to the traveling direction of the vehicle. As soon as the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 senses the vehicle C, a signal is immediately transmitted to the signal lamp 2 standing at the end of the space, and the signal lamp that has been lit up to that time to indicate the empty space is turned off. To do. Alternatively, a method of lighting and extinguishing the light may be reversed. Since the position of the signal light is standing at the end of the space, there is no possibility that it will interfere with the running of vehicle C or the walking of pedestrians. The state of the space can be clearly recognized from the driver's seat of the vehicle.

When laying the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1, a portion farther from the center of the front and rear when viewed from a unit of space is selected so that only one of the front wheel T1 or the rear wheel T2 of the vehicle C senses the parking position. Even if the vehicle C repeatedly moves forward, backward, leftward, and rightward to correct the above, the signal light 2 is set to be finally turned off. It is a requirement that the illuminance of the signal lamp 2 be easy to identify even from a distance, and it may be effective to shield the light with a hood. It is not impossible to turn on or off the lights for an unintended reason due to a mistake in the traveling vehicle C, so it is convenient to provide a separate switch so that it can be corrected manually at that time. In addition, it should be taken into account that energy costs can be saved by switching off during unnecessary hours such as holidays and after work.

A signal line is wired from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 laid in each of all spaces partitioning the entire parking lot, and an empty space display plate 3 is collectively installed on the entrance I of the parking lot. It is 4. In the figure, the full and empty vehicle guide display plate 6 is placed facing the general road outside the entrance for convenience of users. Of course, such an arrangement is only an example, and it goes without saying that it will be installed in an optimal state according to the shape of the parking lot and the arrangement of spaces.

In order to operate the full / empty vehicle guide display plate 6, as shown in FIG. 4, the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 4 is installed in the approach path I and the exit path O of the vehicle separately from the space, and the calculation function is provided. Then, the circuit is wired to the counter 5 in which the initial condition (full) is stored. On approach road I, the entry of a vehicle is detected and the switch is turned on to add to count 5, and on the exit road O, the exit of the vehicle is detected and switched off to subtract from count 5, and both counts are constantly adjusted. It is recommended that a mechanism to switch the display of the display board is transmitted when the counted number is transmitted to the display board and the count reaches the stored initial condition, but it is needless to say that other various modes can be applied.

[0019]

【Example】

Producing the metal plate 11 in FIG. 1 with beryllium copper has produced desirable results. Be contains practically up to 2.5%, is excellent in wear resistance, spring characteristics, and conductivity, and does not cause sparks to fly at the time of contact, so it is just suitable as a material for the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1. The metal plate 11 had a plate thickness of 0.1 mm, and the metal plate 12 had a plate thickness of 0.2 mm. The elastic rubber 15 which covers the metal plate from the entire circumference is a synthetic rubber having a strength of a pressure resistance of 10 kgf / cm ² , and the layer thickness in the undeformed state is 15 to 18 mm.

FIG. 5 is a wiring diagram showing an embodiment of a signal lamp 2 which is turned on or off in response to a signal from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1. A plurality of small-sized rotating from a base 21 connected to the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 is used. In addition to wiring to the lamp 22, four single alkaline batteries 23 are connected in series as a power source to supply electric power, and a total of 6 small lamps 22 are rotated in a direction of an arrow while blinking a total of 6 small lamps 22. It was configured. In extreme heat or cold areas, several types of capacitors (capacitors) 24 are placed in the printed circuit board to adjust the sensitivity of the pressure sensitive switch due to changes in the hardness of rubber and plastic, and the sensitivity adjustment switch can be set in several stages. It is desirable to support this. When implemented with this configuration, it was confirmed that it could be continuously used for 510 hours, and even without using electrical wiring, it would continue to exhibit an extremely impressive display function for a few weeks, making it practically effective. Proven to work.

[0021]

[Effect of device]

 As described above, the present invention is a device that strongly backs up a parking lot management system regardless of size, and the installation cost is extremely low, and the maintenance cost is also comparable to other detection sensors. The economic merit is immeasurable because it can be kept very low. In particular, if you simply partition a concrete floor at a supermarket, golf course, hospital, school, amusement park, city hall, or any other place with a vast outdoor parking lot, you can use batteries without wiring. It is guaranteed to be used continuously for a long period of time, and the economic burden of installation is extremely light and sufficient. Since the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch has few failures and has sufficient resistance to external conditions such as vibration, dust, severe cold, wind and snow, it is not susceptible to external conditions, so other delicate sensors can be used. Then, it is hard to overlook the effect that even in a harsh place where the use is extremely limited, it can never be implemented.

[Brief description of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a vertical sectional front view showing a vehicle switch according to an embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 2 is a vertical sectional front view showing a state during operation of the same.

FIG. 3 is a plan view (A) and a front view (B) showing the entire space of the embodiment of the present invention.

FIG. 4 is a partially omitted plan view illustrating a management system for an entire parking lot.

FIG. 5 is a wiring diagram showing an example of a signal lamp.

[Explanation of symbols]

 1 Vehicle Pressure Sensitive Switch 2 Signal Light 3 Empty Space Indicator 4 Vehicle Pressure Sensitive Switch 5 Counter 6 Empty Car Information Bulletin Board 11 Metal Plate 12 Metal Plate 13 Insulation Sheet 14 Soft Vinyl Chloride Cover 15 Elastic Rubber 21 Base 22 Small Lamp 23 Single 1 Alkaline battery F Floor (space) C Vehicle I Entry route O Exit route

Claims (5)

[Scope of utility model registration request] 1. A strip F is laid on a floor surface F of each divided space of a parking lot in a direction orthogonal to the approaching direction of the vehicle C, and the positive electrode and the negative electrode are brought into contact with each other under the weight pressure when the vehicle passes. A parking lot management device comprising a vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 to be operated, and a circuit for transmitting an electric signal from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 1 to a desired display means connected thereto. 2. The vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1 according to claim 1.
And a positive electrode made of a high-conductivity metal plate 11 are horizontally opposed to the positive electrode at a distance from the positive electrode, both ends are locked, and an intermediate portion is bent by a pressing force of a vehicle passing and can contact the metal plate 11. A negative electrode made of a flexible and highly conductive metal plate 12 and an insulating sheet 1 for covering the surface of the non-contact part of the metal plate 12.
3, a soft vinyl chloride coating 14 integrally surrounding the metal plates 11 and 12 and the insulating sheet 13 over the entire circumference, and an elastic rubber 15 further covering the soft vinyl chloride coating 14 from the whole. A parking lot management device comprising: 3. The parking lot management device according to claim 1, wherein an electric signal from the vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1 is received to turn on or off a signal lamp 2 provided for each space. 4. The empty space display plate 3 according to claim 1, which receives an electric signal from the vehicle pressure sensitive switch 1 and collectively posts the presence or absence of parking in all spaces.
A parking lot management device characterized in that a parking lot is provided at an important place such as an approach road I. 5. The vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 4 according to any one of claims 1 to 4, wherein the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 4 is laid on each floor surface that crosses the approach road I and the exit road O of the parking lot, and the electricity from the vehicle pressure-sensitive switch 4 is applied. An empty car information bulletin board 6 was provided at a key point, which was connected to a counter 5 for inputting and calculating a signal, and comparing it with an initial condition stored in advance and outputting it, and switching the display upon receiving the output of the counter 5. Parking lot management device characterized by.