JP7279420B2 - Air conditioner inspection report creation support system - Google Patents

Description

The present invention relates to an inspection report creation support system for air conditioners.

Commercial air conditioners installed in office buildings and the like are inspected by, for example, a facility management company. In this case, the inspector submits an inspection report to the customer after completing the inspection of the air conditioner. For example, Japanese Unexamined Patent Application Publication No. 2002-100000 discloses a technique related to a report on equipment maintenance work.

JP 2006-301936 A

For example, as a simple inspection of an air conditioner based on the Fluorocarbons Emissions Control Law, a "visual visual inspection" is carried out. In this case, it may be difficult for the customer to know whether or not the inspection work has been performed correctly. In particular, when no abnormality is found in the air conditioner to be inspected, it is difficult to realize that the inspection work has been carried out.

The present invention was made to solve the above problems. It is an object of the present invention to provide an air conditioner inspection report creation support system capable of creating an inspection report that clearly indicates that the air conditioner inspection work has been correctly performed.

An air conditioner inspection report creation support system according to the present invention includes a database pre-stored with videos showing abnormalities that have appeared on the appearance of air conditioners, Creating an inspection report with a layout in which a video of the site shot according to the inspection item and a video showing an abnormality example corresponding to the same inspection item acquired from the database are arranged side by side so that they can be played back. and
In addition, the air conditioner inspection report creation support system according to the present invention includes a database pre-stored with videos showing abnormalities that appear in the appearance of air conditioners, and visual inspection of air conditioners. A character string or code for accessing the video of the site taken according to the inspection item and a character string or code for accessing the video showing the abnormal case corresponding to the same inspection item acquired from the database. a creating unit for creating an inspection report in a layout arranged side by side.

According to the present invention, a layout in which a site photograph taken according to an inspection item during visual inspection of an air conditioner and an abnormality example photograph corresponding to the same inspection item obtained from a database are arranged side by side. An inspection report is prepared. Therefore, it is possible to create an inspection report that clearly shows that the inspection work of the air conditioner has been correctly performed.

1 is a schematic diagram showing an overview of an inspection report creation support system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 1 is an overall configuration diagram of an inspection report creation support system according to Embodiment 1. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of an inspection report created by the inspection report creation support system according to Embodiment 1; FIG. 2 is a hardware configuration diagram of a mobile terminal; FIG.

Embodiments will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. In each figure, the same reference numerals are given to the same or corresponding parts. Duplicate descriptions are simplified or omitted as appropriate.

Embodiment 1.
FIG. 1 is a schematic diagram showing an outline of an inspection report creation support system according to Embodiment 1. FIG.

The air conditioner has an outdoor unit 1 and an indoor unit 2 . The outdoor unit 1 is connected to the indoor unit 2 through refrigerant pipes 3 . FIG. 1 illustrates a ceiling-embedded indoor unit 2 .

The air conditioner inspection report creation support system includes, for example, a mobile terminal 4 and a database 5 . The mobile terminal 4 is used, for example, by an inspector. The mobile terminal 4 may be, for example, a dedicated device. The mobile terminal 4 may be, for example, a tablet terminal, a smartphone, or a notebook computer.

The mobile terminal 4 has, for example, a wireless communication function. The mobile terminal 4 refers to the database 5 via a network 6 such as the Internet, for example.

The database 5 stores in advance information indicating cases of abnormalities in air conditioners. The information indicating cases of abnormal conditions in air conditioners includes, for example, "abnormality case photographs" that are photographs of abnormalities that have appeared on the exterior of other outdoor units 1 or indoor units 2 in the past. The abnormality case photograph is, for example, a still image.

The mobile terminal 4 has, for example, a photographing function. Images that can be captured by the mobile terminal 4 include at least still images.

A person in charge of inspection takes an image of the appearance of the outdoor unit 1 and the appearance of the indoor unit 2 when visually inspecting the appearance of the air conditioner. Regarding the indoor unit 2, for example, the external appearance includes a part such as a heat exchanger that can be visually recognized with the ceiling panel or grill removed. Hereinafter, still images of the appearance of the outdoor unit 1 and the indoor unit 2 of the air conditioner subject to inspection are also referred to as "field photographs".

The person in charge of inspection takes a picture of the site using the portable terminal 4, for example. On-site photographs are taken according to equipment inspection items. When multiple inspection items are performed for one piece of equipment, multiple site photographs may be taken for the same piece of equipment.

Inspection items for the outdoor unit 1 include, for example, "abnormal vibration and abnormal operation noise of the equipment", "oil bleeding in and around the equipment", and "scratches, corrosion and rust of the equipment". As an inspection item for the indoor unit 2, for example, "frosted heat exchanger" is set.

After the appearance inspection is completed, the person in charge of inspection creates an inspection report 7 using the mobile terminal 4, for example. The contents of the inspection report 7 include, for example, site photographs taken during the inspection and abnormality case photographs acquired from the database 5 .

FIG. 2 is an overall configuration diagram of an inspection report creation support system according to Embodiment 1. As shown in FIG.

The database 5 is provided on the server 8, for example. The server 8 is installed, for example, in a facility management company that maintains air conditioners. The server 8 can communicate with the mobile terminal 4 via the network 6, for example.

The database 5 stores, for example, information indicating abnormal cases for each model of air conditioner and each inspection item. The database 5 stores, for example, the identification information of air conditioners installed in each building in association with the models of the air conditioners. The identification information of a device is, for example, information obtained by combining a building number specifying a building in which the device is installed and a machine number of the device.

The mobile terminal 4 is provided with, for example, a display unit 9, an operation unit 10, an imaging unit 11, a data acquisition unit 12, a creation unit 13, and an output unit 14. FIG.

The display unit 9 displays visual information. The operation unit 10 receives an input operation by a person. The display unit 9 is, for example, a liquid crystal display or a touch panel. The operation unit 10 is, for example, a push button, a keyboard, a touch panel, or the like. The touch panel can serve as both the display unit 9 and the operation unit 10 .

The photographing unit 11 photographs an image. A photographing function of the mobile terminal 4 is realized by the photographing unit 11 . The imaging unit 11 is, for example, a visible light camera built into the mobile terminal 4 .

The data acquisition unit 12 acquires data stored in the database 5 .

The data acquisition unit 12 displays, for example, a message requesting input of the identification information of the photographed outdoor unit 1 or the indoor unit 2, inspection items, and inspection results when the photographing unit 11 takes a site photograph. Display on 9. In response to this request, the person in charge of performing the appearance inspection uses the operation unit 10 to input identification information, inspection items, and inspection results. The data acquisition unit 12 acquires from the database 5 an abnormality case photograph corresponding to the input inspection item among the abnormality case photograph of the model associated with the input identification information.

Note that, for example, when a plurality of inspection items are input for the same site photograph, the data acquisition unit 12 may acquire a plurality of abnormality case photographs corresponding to each inspection item from the database 5 .

The preparation unit 13 prepares the inspection report 7 . The preparation unit 13 prepares electronic data of the inspection report 7 containing, for example, the site photograph taken by the photographing unit 11 and the abnormality case photograph acquired by the data acquisition unit 12 .

The output unit 14 has a function of displaying the inspection report 7 created by the creation unit 13 on the display unit 9, for example. The output unit 14 has, for example, a function of printing the inspection report 7 created by the creation unit 13 on paper or the like. The output unit 14 has, for example, a function of moving or copying the inspection report 7 created by the creating unit 13 to another terminal device or recording medium.

FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of an inspection report created by the inspection report creation support system according to the first embodiment.

For example, as shown in FIG. 3, the creation unit 13 creates the inspection report 7 in a layout in which the site photo 16 and the abnormality case photo 17 corresponding to the same inspection item 15 are arranged side by side. Site photos 16 and abnormal case photos 17 are posted for each inspection item 15, for example. The field photograph 16 is attached with, for example, a caption indicating the inspection result input by the person in charge of inspection. The anomaly case photograph 17 is attached with, for example, a caption indicating that it is an example of an anomaly. Incidentally, the site photograph 16 and the abnormality case photograph 17 corresponding to the same inspection item 15 may be arranged horizontally or vertically.

According to the first embodiment described above, the database 5 pre-stores abnormality case photographs of abnormalities appearing on the exterior of the outdoor unit 1 or the indoor unit 2 of the air conditioner. The creating unit 13 creates a field photo of the outdoor unit 1 or the indoor unit 2 taken according to the inspection item during visual inspection of the appearance of the air conditioner and an abnormality example photo corresponding to the same inspection item acquired from the database 5. are arranged side by side to create an inspection report 7. Therefore, it is possible to create an inspection report 7 in which the inspection results are visually easy to understand. In particular, even if no abnormalities are found in the air conditioners to be inspected, since the photographs of abnormal cases are arranged in a layout that facilitates comparison with the site photographs, the customer can feel that the inspection work has been carried out. can be done. As a result, it is possible to create an inspection report 7 that clearly indicates that the inspection work of the air conditioner has been properly performed.

The operation unit 10 also receives input of information indicating identification information and inspection items of the outdoor unit 1 or the indoor unit 2 of the air conditioner subject to the appearance inspection. The data acquisition unit 12 acquires from the database 5 an abnormality case photograph corresponding to the identification information and inspection item input using the operation unit 10 . The creation unit 13 arranges the abnormality case photographs acquired by the data acquisition unit 12 side by side with the site photographs. In other words, an abnormality case photograph suitable for each device to be inspected is automatically selected and posted on the inspection report 7 . Therefore, it is possible to easily create the inspection report 7 in which the inspection results are visually easy to understand.

Also, the creation unit 13, the operation unit 10, the data acquisition unit 12, and the photographing unit 11 for photographing a still image are provided in one mobile terminal 4, for example. For example, when the photographing unit 11 takes a site photograph, the data acquisition unit 12 requests the inspector to input the identification information and inspection items of the photographed outdoor unit 1 or indoor unit 2 of the air conditioner, In response to a request, an abnormality case photograph corresponding to the identification information and inspection items input using the operation unit 10 is acquired from the database 5 via the network 6 . In this case, the person in charge of inspection who has the portable terminal 4 can create the inspection report 7 on site while performing the inspection work.

Further, the mobile terminal 4 is provided with, for example, a display unit 9 and an output unit 14 . The output unit 14 has a function of displaying the inspection report 7 created by the creation unit 13 on the display unit 9 . In this case, the person in charge of inspection who has the mobile terminal 4 can allow the customer to view the inspection report 7 on the spot after the inspection work is completed.

Further, the database 5 may store a plurality of images as abnormality case photographs corresponding to the same inspection item of the same model, for example. The data acquisition unit 12 may selectively acquire one of the plurality of images, for example, based on the operator's operation on the operation unit 10 . The data acquisition unit 12 may acquire, for example, an image different from the one published in the inspection report 7 of the previous appearance inspection among the plurality of images. In this case, an inspection report 7 containing more appropriate photographs of abnormal cases can be created depending on the situation.

In addition, the creating unit 13 may arrange, for example, an image specified by the inspection person's operation on the operation unit 10 on the inspection report 7 . For example, if an inspector not only inspects the appearance of the device but also repairs it, the inspection report 7 may include a photo of the site before repair and a photo of the site after repair. In this case, it is possible to create an inspection report 7 that makes it easy to understand the changes before and after the repair work.

Also, the mobile terminal 4 may be capable of shooting moving images, for example. The database 5 may store, for example, a moving image of the appearance of the outdoor unit 1 or the indoor unit 2 as information indicating abnormal cases of air conditioners. The creation unit 13 may create, for example, electronic data of the inspection report 7 in which a video shot at the site of the appearance inspection and a video showing an abnormality case are posted. The inspection report 7 on which the moving image is posted may be, for example, one created so that the moving image can be reproduced while the inspection report 7 is being displayed on the display unit 9 . The inspection report 7 in which the video is posted may be one in which a URL character string or QR code (registered trademark) for accessing the video is described, for example, assuming that it is printed on paper or the like. . In this case, it is possible to create an easy-to-understand inspection report 7 for abnormal vibration of the equipment.

Also, the mobile terminal 4 may be capable of shooting or recording moving images with sound, for example. For example, the database 5 may store moving images with sound or recorded data including abnormal operation sounds of the outdoor unit 1 or the indoor unit 2 as information indicating abnormal cases of air conditioners. The creation unit 13 may create, for example, electronic data of the inspection report 7 containing moving images or recorded data with sounds recorded at the site of the appearance inspection and moving images or recorded data with sounds indicating abnormal cases. The inspection report 7 in which the video with sound or the recorded data is posted is, for example, created so that the video with sound or the recorded data can be reproduced while the inspection report 7 is displayed on the display unit 9. Anything is fine. The inspection report 7 in which the video with sound or recorded data is posted is, for example, a URL character string or QR code (registered Trademark) etc. may be described. In this case, it is possible to create an easy-to-understand inspection report 7 even for the abnormal operation sound of the equipment.

FIG. 4 is a hardware configuration diagram of the mobile terminal.

Each function of the display unit 9, the operation unit 10, the photographing unit 11, the data acquisition unit 12, the creation unit 13, and the output unit 14 in the portable terminal 4 is realized by a processing circuit. The processing circuitry may be dedicated hardware 50 . The processing circuitry may comprise a processor 51 and memory 52 . The processing circuitry may be formed in part as dedicated hardware 50 and further comprise a processor 51 and a memory 52 . FIG. 4 shows an example where the processing circuit is partly formed as dedicated hardware 50 and comprises a processor 51 and a memory 52 .

If at least part of the processing circuitry is at least one piece of dedicated hardware 50, the processing circuitry may be, for example, a single circuit, multiple circuits, a programmed processor, a parallel programmed processor, an ASIC, an FPGA, or any combination thereof. A combination is applicable.

When the processing circuit comprises at least one processor 51 and at least one memory 52, each function of the mobile terminal 4 is implemented by software, firmware, or a combination of software and firmware. Software and firmware are written as programs and stored in memory 52 . The processor 51 implements the function of each part by reading and executing the program stored in the memory 52 . The processor 51 is also called a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a central processing unit, a processing unit, an arithmetic unit, a microprocessor, a microcomputer, or a DSP. The memory 52 corresponds to, for example, nonvolatile or volatile semiconductor memory such as RAM, ROM, flash memory, EPROM, EEPROM, magnetic disk, flexible disk, optical disk, compact disk, mini disk, DVD, and the like.

Thus, the processing circuit can realize each function of the mobile terminal 4 by hardware, software, firmware, or a combination thereof. The function of the database 5 is also implemented by a processing circuit similar to the processing circuit shown in FIG.

1 Outdoor unit 2 Indoor unit 3 Refrigerant pipe 4 Mobile terminal 5 Database 6 Network 7 Inspection report 8 Server 9 Display unit 10 Operation unit 11 Photographing unit 12 Data acquisition unit 13 Creation unit 14 Output unit 15 Inspection item 16 Site photograph 17 Abnormal case Photo 50 Dedicated hardware 51 Processor 52 Memory

Claims (6)

a database pre-stored with videos showing examples of anomalies that appear on the appearance of air conditioners;
A video of the site shot according to the inspection item during visual inspection of the appearance of the air conditioner and a video showing an abnormality case corresponding to the same inspection item acquired from the database are arranged side by side so that they can be reproduced. a creation unit that creates an inspection report in a layout that
An air conditioner inspection report creation support system. a database pre-stored with videos showing examples of anomalies that appear on the appearance of air conditioners;
Accessing a character string or code for accessing a video of the site taken according to an inspection item during visual inspection of air conditioners and a video showing anomaly cases corresponding to the same inspection item acquired from the database a creation unit that creates an inspection report in a layout in which character strings or codes for
An air conditioner inspection report creation support system. an operation unit that receives input of information indicating the identification information and inspection items of the air conditioner that is the object of the appearance inspection;
a data acquisition unit for acquiring, from the database , a video showing an abnormality case corresponding to the identification information and inspection items input using the operation unit;
further comprising
2. The air conditioner inspection report creation support system according to claim 1, wherein said creation unit arranges a moving image showing an anomaly case acquired by said data acquiring unit side by side with a moving image of the site. an operation unit that receives input of information indicating the identification information and inspection items of the air conditioner that is the object of the appearance inspection;
a data acquisition unit for acquiring, from the database, a video showing an abnormality case corresponding to the identification information and inspection items input using the operation unit;
further comprising
3. The creation unit according to claim 2, wherein the character string or code for accessing the video showing the abnormal case acquired by the data acquisition unit is arranged side by side with the character string or code for accessing the video of the scene. A support system for creating inspection reports for air conditioners. A shooting unit that shoots video ,
further comprising
The creation unit, the operation unit, the data acquisition unit, and the imaging unit are provided in a mobile terminal,
The data acquisition unit requests input of identification information and inspection items of the imaged air conditioner when a moving image of the site is captured by the image capturing unit, and the input is performed using the operation unit in response to the request. 5. An air conditioner inspection report creation support system according to claim 3, wherein a moving image showing anomaly cases corresponding to identification information and inspection items is obtained from said database via a network. a display unit provided in the mobile terminal;
an output unit provided in the mobile terminal;
further comprising
6. The air conditioner inspection report creation support system according to claim 5 , wherein the output unit has a function of displaying the inspection report created by the creation unit on the display unit.

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