JP3101891U - Automatic umbrella custody system and automatic umbrella rental system using umbrella exclusive coin locker - Google Patents

Abstract

PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide an umbrella to a station when going out on a train, but to bring an umbrella to the station when it rains, but when the umbrella becomes unnecessary afterwards due to weather recovery or when an umbrella is required for rainfall forecast when returning home In order to eliminate the trouble of carrying an umbrella during that time, an umbrella locker, an umbrella storage system, and an umbrella rental system that can safely and inexpensively store umbrellas at the nearest station are provided.
SOLUTION: An umbrella storage layer with a key and into which an umbrella can enter obliquely, an operation panel capable of managing and operating the umbrella by a computer, a display screen, a price storage related device, and the like are incorporated in a housing, and a storage designated by the display screen. Umbrellas can be taken in and out of the place for a fee, so when weather changes suddenly, users can safely and easily deposit or receive umbrellas at the nearest station premises, etc. You are released from the hassle.
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Description

Detailed description of the invention

  The present invention relates to an umbrella dedicated coin locker, an umbrella automatic custody system and an umbrella rental system using the same.

  In the past, the rain that had fallen when heading for the station stopped when it arrived at the station, and the subsequent weather forecast required that people take the train with an umbrella even if they knew that it would not rain. In addition, when going out, even if it is not raining, when the weather forecast at the time of returning home becomes rainy, etc., the user has moved with an umbrella from the time of going out.

Issues that the device is trying to solve

  However, when moving with an unused umbrella, the umbrella was obstructive and troublesome. Therefore, an object is to provide an umbrella-dedicated coin locker, an umbrella automatic depositing system, and an umbrella rental system that can be deposited at the nearest station or the like at low cost.

Means to solve the problem

  An assembly of umbrella storage units combined with a lock device equivalent to an umbrella removal prevention key is inserted into the main body as an umbrella storage layer at the insertion port of an elongated container into which one folded umbrella can be inserted, and also integrated into the main body An umbrella-dedicated coin locker that can manage and operate this system with a dedicated display screen device and dedicated computer will be installed.

  In addition, when depositing an umbrella, cash or a dedicated prepaid card (hereinafter referred to as a card) is used. When cash or a card is inserted, the unit number of the designated umbrella insertion destination is displayed on the screen, and the umbrella storage unit of that number is displayed. If an umbrella is inserted and locked, it functions as an automatic umbrella custody.

  On the other hand, if the user who deposits the umbrella inserts the card or enters the user number, the unit number of the depository of the umbrella is displayed, the unit is unlocked and the user can receive the umbrella. In the event of sudden weather change, unnecessary or necessary umbrellas can be safely and easily stored and received at the nearest station premises or rented, and the inconvenience of carrying unnecessary umbrellas can be eliminated.

  Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. FIG. 1 is a front view of a main body forming a box-shaped housing of the present invention. An elongated rectangular container (22) into which one folding umbrella (2) shown in FIG. 4 can be inserted diagonally downward is mounted in the main body (1). Then, in order to make the upper, lower, left, and right umbrellas easy to put in and out, respectively, the layers are umbrella storage layers in which the layers are alternately and orderly arranged. Although the insertion port in FIG. 1 has a square shape (3), this insertion port has a diamond-shaped shape (4) as shown in the example of FIG. It may be circular.

  Further, a display screen (6), an operation panel (7), and a charge collection unit (8) are incorporated on both sides of the main body. Then, the umbrella storage unit at the intersection of the algebraic numbers seen at the top of the body and the alphabets seen on both sides indicate the unit number, and the uppercase alphabet on the display screen (6) represents the identification number character of the body itself. .

  In actual operation, when a plurality of the main units (1) are installed, they are connected with a communication cable, and the card is inserted into the card insertion slot (9) of any main unit and the user number is entered. The main body number and its unit number are displayed on the screen (6) so that the umbrella depository can be identified. Of course, it can also be implemented by itself.

  FIG. 3 is a side view showing a state in which the umbrella storage unit (5) is mounted on the unit mounting frame (10), the umbrella (2) is inserted therein, and locked by a lock bar. The material of the unit (5) is made of metal, synthetic resin, or the like, and the insertion port is combined with an umbrella removal prevention lock device (11), which is a key, so that the entire unit (5) can be easily attached to and detached from the main body. . Then, it is inserted into the unit mounting frame (10) of the main body made of a material such as metal. When an umbrella is inserted into the unit, the handle (12) of the umbrella fits out of the unit, so that the umbrella can be smoothly taken in and out.

  On the other hand, even if a third party tries to pull out the umbrella, even if the lock bar (13) is hooked on the handle of the umbrella and the umbrella is pulled, the umbrella may be pulled out by being hooked on the swelling cloth portion (19) of the folded umbrella. Can not. To pull out the umbrella, the lock operation lever (14) shown in FIG. 5 is slid in the opening direction, and in conjunction with this, the lock bar (13) rotates upward to move the lock bar (13), which is an obstacle. ) Can be pulled out. The operation lever (14) is an example of a simple structure stopped at the operation lever fulcrum (15), and may be a lock plate type as shown in FIG. 4, but the details are omitted. The locking method is not limited to these methods as long as umbrella theft can be prevented.

  FIG. 5 is a front view of the umbrella storage unit (5) of FIG. The position on the closed side of the lock operation lever (14) indicated by the solid line indicates the locked state, and the position on the open side of the lock operation lever (14) indicated by the broken line indicates the unlocked position. The lock bar (13) is fixed so as to rotate about the lock bar fulcrum (15), supported by the lock bar support (16) below the lever (14), and the lever (14) is slid left and right to interlock. Then, the lock bar (13) moves up and down.

  A lock holding electromagnetic unit (18) is incorporated between the open side and the closed side of the lock lever, and a movable projection bar (20) operated by an electromagnet interlocked with a computer is provided, so that a third party is not required to lock. Prevents operation of the operating lever. When opening and closing, the movable lever (20) operated by the electromagnet does not operate unless the electromagnetic unit (18) receives an operation signal from the management computer each time. Therefore, the lock lever (13) is in the open or closed position. Do not move while fixed with.

  FIG. 6 is a side view of the unit (5) with the umbrella storage unit (5) attached to the umbrella locker main body (1), the unit (5) with a part of it pulled out, and the state of storing the umbrella (2). is there. By mounting the umbrella storage unit (5) diagonally as shown in the figure, the width of the housing can be reduced, and water droplets can be collected along the storage frame (10) so that water droplets and the like do not fall on the lower umbrella. To

  The lower umbrella outlet is designed to be used by low-height persons, and to be used by high taller persons at high positions. Therefore, if the height of the user is registered as the data to be judged by the computer when creating the card for the first time use, the next time the card is inserted, it will be possible to determine the position where the computer inserts the umbrella at the same time as reading the card. it can. The procedure and flow will be described below with reference to the flowchart.

  FIG. 7 is a flowchart illustrating a procedure for depositing an umbrella. Press the deposit button (101) no card button (102) new button (103) in order on the operation panel, input the height and telephone number (104), deposit (105), check the card creation data screen (106) OK Press the button (107). Then, the computer searches for an empty place according to the height (109), receives the card after confirming the display of the place (110), inserts the umbrella into the specified unit (113), and closes the lever (114). (115) The computer stores the unit number and the card number in a linked state (117), and the depositing operation ends. Next, an example of use of the card holder will be described.

  When the card holder deposits, the deposit button (101) is pressed and the card is inserted (119), and the computer determines the balance amount and the registered height from the card (108), and determines a free space suitable for the height. Is retrieved (109) and displayed (110). When the OK button (111) is pressed, one charge is collected (112) and the remaining amount is displayed. After confirming the received amount, the card is received (113) and the card is moved to the vicinity of the designated unit number, and the umbrella is placed in the unit. (114) and slide the lock lever in the closing direction (115). Then, the electromagnetic device linked to the computer is activated (116) and fixed, and the computer receives the activation signal, and links (117) the unit number and the card number to store and use the card as in use.

  FIG. 8 is a flowchart when the member comes to receive the deposited umbrella. First, if the user presses the receiving button (201) and inserts the card (202), the computer searches for the unit number linked to the card based on the card information (203), setstle the fee (205), and stores the stored umbrella storage unit. Is displayed (208). The user operates the screen based on the display and pays the fee, or reduces the fee by using a card with a balance, and receives the card.

  In the meantime, the computer sends an activation signal to the electromagnetic unit (210) to release the lock lever. The user pulls out the umbrella if the user slides (212) the lock operation lever of the unit into which the deposited umbrella is inserted. Since the computer sends an operation signal to the electromagnetic unit, the movable projection bar operated by the electromagnet of the electromagnetic unit operates and the unit is locked in an empty state. Then, the unit information is stored and held as an empty unit having no link partner (214), and the receiving operation ends. If there is no card, it is possible to respond by inputting a registration number.

  FIG. 9 is a flowchart in the case of renting a rental umbrella. When renting a rental umbrella for the first time, press the rental button (301) on the operation panel, press the no card button (302), and press the new button (303), register the height and telephone number (304), and include the set guarantee fee. (305), the computer creates a card. Thereafter, the computer determines the height and an available umbrella that can be lent (307), displays the unit number in which the lent umbrella is stored (309), and presses the OK button to issue a card. If the card is received and the umbrella of the displayed number is removed, the computer stores it as an empty place (314) and the lending is completed. The operation of the computer and the lock device during this period is the same as (210) to (216) in FIG. 8, and thus is partially omitted in FIG.

  FIG. 10 is a flowchart for returning a rental umbrella. When the user presses the rental umbrella return button (401) and inserts the card (402), the computer cancels out the usage period and the security deposit to calculate (403) and displays the calculated card balance (404). If there is a shortage in the amount displayed for the usage fee of the rental umbrella and the remaining amount of the card, if cash is inserted and liquidated, the umbrella return unit number is displayed (411), and if the umbrella is returned there, the card is returned. And wait for the system to lend again. During that time, the computer sends a signal to the electromagnetic unit to perform operations such as operating the lock mechanism.

The effect of the invention

  The present invention is operated by the above-described apparatus and system, and has the following effects. The umbrella locker, which is the device of the present invention, can be inserted obliquely to reduce the lateral width, that is, the depth of the main body, and it is possible for water drops of the umbrella wet with rain to flow down, so that it is difficult for water drops to be taken out.

  By arranging the entrances and exits of the umbrella storage unit in a stepped manner or in a rhombic or round shape, the handle of the surrounding umbrella does not interfere. Therefore, the umbrella can be put in and out smoothly, it can be stored in a large amount in a small space, and it looks neat.

By attaching a lock mechanism, there is no risk of being taken out by a third party, so you can leave it safely. In addition, the lock mechanism has a simple structure, so that a failure is unlikely to occur.
With the umbrella storage unit with lock, the function of the main unit is not stopped during maintenance, and it is possible to take out only the specific unit to the front and repair it without hindrance to other units, so it is the minimum in case of failure Can be dealt with by a limited function stop.

  By attaching a management computer, an operation screen, and a charge storage unit to both sides, the convenience of being able to operate one unit at two locations is provided. The inconvenience of the user is reduced until restoration. Further, in the case where a plurality of main units are connected and installed, by connecting to each computer, the user can easily know where to place his / her umbrella regardless of the operation panel. At the same time, from a computer system perspective, a backup system can be established.

  Guide numbers and alphabets are displayed on the top and both sides of the main unit, and the unit number is assigned to each umbrella storage unit, so that users can quickly and easily store and receive items when depositing and receiving. Can be identified.

  The convenience is high because any of coins, bills, and prepaid cards can be used depending on the usage form. Also, by issuing a card in the form of a membership card, the input operation can be omitted the next time the card is used, and the provision of a prepaid card function can save the trouble of preparing coins each time the card is used.

  By registering the height, it is possible to use a place corresponding to the height of the person, and the use places can be dispersed. Also, by registering the telephone number, even if the user loses the card, the umbrella can be taken out by inputting the two registered numbers. In addition, if you keep your deposit for a long time, you can contact the user directly for management. Furthermore, registering a telephone number has an effect of suppressing unauthorized use.

  By incorporating a rental system, you can borrow even if you do not leave an umbrella, which increases convenience. Further, when the deposited umbrella cannot be taken out due to the failure of the apparatus, a rental umbrella is lent as a substitute for the umbrella, so that the user is not bothered.

It is a front view of the locker for exclusive use of an umbrella which attached the square umbrella storage unit. It is a front view of the locker for exclusive use of an umbrella which attached the rhombus umbrella storage unit. It is a side view of an umbrella storage unit including a lock bar type umbrella removal prevention device. It is a perspective view of an umbrella storage unit including a lock plate type umbrella removal prevention device. It is the figure which looked at the lock bar type umbrella removal prevention device part from the front. It is the perspective view which looked at the mode which mounts an umbrella storage unit on a main body from the side. It is a flowchart figure regarding the flow and processing of umbrella keeping. It is a flowchart figure regarding the flow and processing of umbrella return. It is a flowchart figure regarding the flow and processing of rental umbrella lending. It is a flowchart figure regarding the flow and processing of rental umbrella return.

Explanation of reference numerals

DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS 1 Locker body only for umbrellas 2 Folded western umbrella 3 Square insertion port 4 Diamond-shaped insertion port 5 Umbrella storage unit 6 Display screen 7 Operation panel 8 Charge storage unit 9 Card insertion slot 10 Unit mounting frame 11 Umbrella removal prevention device 12 Umbrella handle 13 Lock bar 14 Lock operation lever 15 Operation lever fulcrum 16 Lock lever support 17 Lock plate 18 Lock holding electromagnetic unit 19 Cloth portion of umbrella that folds and expands 20 Movable projection bar 21 operated by electromagnet 21 Protective plate 22 Slender Square container

Claims (3)

  An elongated container into which a folded western umbrella can be inserted. Its insertion port is square, diamond-shaped, or circular, with an umbrella removal prevention lock device inside, and it can be attached to and detached from the main unit. Umbrella storage layer inserted diagonally downward in a regular arrangement when viewed from the front, and the processing required for the umbrella custody system on both sides. An umbrella-dedicated coin locker characterized by combining a computer for management, a display screen, and a fee storage-related device linked to them.   Each umbrella storage unit arranged in claim 1 is assigned a unit number to identify each unit, and the computer of the present system links or unlinks the unit number and the user number to determine the use status of each unit. Utilizes an umbrella-dedicated coin locker that is characterized in that it can judge and hold it, display the number of the umbrella's depository or depository and the fee settlement amount on the screen based on it, and store the fee with the fee collection related device linked to it Umbrella custody system.   An umbrella rental system using an umbrella exclusive coin locker, wherein the umbrella owned by the practitioner is rented out as a rental umbrella by the apparatus and the method according to claim 2.

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