JPH0291347A - Awning device - Google Patents

Abstract

PURPOSE:To enable a plurality of awning parts to be driven by providing a controller part for outputting a control signal by means of a manual signal and a sensor signal, and a transmission part for controlling awning parts by means of manual switches of a control signal. CONSTITUTION:A plurality of awning parts 1a to 1c are provided, and the first awning part 1a is directly connected to a controller part 2. In addition, these awning parts 1 (1a to 1c) are operated so as to be opened or closed by a manual switch 3 in the controller part 2 or by manual switches 46 in respective transmission parts 40, 41. Further, a sensor part 4 is provided with an independent power supply, and can transmit a sensor signal via a radio to the controller part 2. And the control signal being output by the controller part 2 is simultaneously transmitted to the transmission parts 40, 41 to control a plurality of awning parts 1a to 1c. Thus, not only the entire awning parts 1 (1a to 1c) can be simultaneously operated, out also the opening or closing operation of individual awning part can be freely selected.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION (Field of Industrial Application) The present invention relates to an awning device installed on the outer wall of a building such as a store, building, or residence for the purpose of shade, etc. This invention relates to an awning device that can simultaneously control the opening and closing of a plurality of awnings in response to changes in environmental conditions.

(Prior Art) First, the configuration of a numerical awning will be explained with reference to FIGS. 6 and 7. A base pipe 102 is horizontally fixed to an outer wall 100 of a building via mounting brackets 101, 101.

End brackets 10 are attached to both ends of the base pipe 102.
3 and 103 are fixedly installed, respectively, and a winding pipe 104 is rotatably provided between the two end brackets 103 and 103. Although not shown, one end bracket 103 has a built-in motor M as a driving means, and this motor M is interlocked and connected to the winding pipe 104. A canvas 105 as a day covering material is fixed to one end of the winding pipe 104 and wound around the winding pipe 104. Next, the end bracket 103
, 103, a pair of arms 107,
107 is installed. The arm 107 has a structure that can be bent and extended at its joints, and is urged in the direction of extension by a built-in urging member (not shown). Further, a front frame 108 is connected to the tips of the arms 107, 107, and the other end edge of the campus 105 is attached to this front frame 108.

In the above configuration, when winding up the canvas 105, if the motor M is driven to rotate the winding pipe 104 in the winding direction, the front frame 108 moves backward as the canvas 105 is rolled up, and both arms 107, 107 are bent at the joints. Winding up the campus 105 in this way is called a closing operation, and the rolled up state is called a closed state.Also, when extending the campus 105, if the motor M is reversed, it will move forward as both arms 107, 107 extend. Frame 1
08 moves forward, the campus 105 is stretched between the front frame 108 and the winding pipe 104. Such an overhang of the canvas 105 is called an opening operation, and the overhanging state is called an open state.

By the way, the awning is not strong against wind due to its structure, so it is better to keep it closed when the wind is strong.Also, it would be convenient if it could be opened and closed automatically depending on the strength or weakness of the sunlight. Good. In order to meet these demands, an awning device that includes a sensor that detects environmental conditions and a control device has already been proposed. FIG. 8 is a schematic configuration diagram showing such a conventional awning device. In the figure, numeral 111 is a sensor device having a wind sensor, a light sensor, etc. that detects the environmental conditions in which the awning 110 is placed. This sensor device 111 is connected to the awning 11
It is installed at a predetermined position near 0, and is connected to a power source 112 to be supplied with electricity. Also, 113 in the figure is the awning 1
This controller controls the driving of the 10 motors M.

This controller 113 is installed, for example, at a predetermined location indoors, and is connected to the power source 112 and supplied with electricity. Then, the sensor device 111 and the controller 113
is connected to the controller 113 via wiring.
controls the motor M in response to signals from the sensor device 111.

[Problem to be solved by the invention]

According to the conventional device, upon installation, the sensor device 11
1, the controller 113, and the power supply 112 must be connected by wiring. Therefore, there is a problem in that the sensor device 111 and the controller 113 can be installed in limited locations, and once installed, they cannot be easily moved. Further, in wiring work, there is a problem in that it is difficult to completely eliminate wiring errors.

Moreover, the width of the awning cannot be made extremely large due to its structure. Therefore, for example, if an awning is to be installed on one side of a building from end to end, a plurality of awnings must be installed side by side. In such a case, according to the conventional apparatus, it was necessary to provide a sensor device 111 and a controller 113 for each awning and perform wiring connection work.

(Means for Solving the Problems) The awning device of the present invention includes a plurality of awning parts that open and close awning materials by a driving means, a sensor part that is equipped with an independent power source and wirelessly transmits a sensor signal, and a manual switch. a controller section that outputs a control signal for controlling the awning section by using the signal from the manual switch and the sensor signal wirelessly transmitted from the sensor section according to priority; and the manual switch. and a transmission section that controls the awning section using the signal from the manual switch and the control signal.

Alternatively, a plurality of transmission sections may each control different awning sections, and each transmission section and the controller section may be connected by wire in a straight line.

[For production]

A controller unit receives a wireless signal from a sensor unit installed at an arbitrary position. The controller section processes the signal from the manual switch and the received sensor signal in a predetermined priority order, and outputs a control signal for the awning section. A control signal from the controller section is given as a simultaneous signal to a plurality of transmission sections sequentially connected by wire from the controller section. The transmission section controls the awning section using a signal from the manual switch and a control signal from the controller section.

(Example) An embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 5.

FIG. 1 is a diagram schematically showing the overall structure of the awning device of this embodiment, and also showing a part of the structure in blocks. The awning part l of this embodiment has the same structure as the conventional awning, so a description of the structure will be omitted. In this example,
A plurality of sets (three sets in the figure) of awning parts 1 (la, lb, lc) are provided, and the first awning part 1a is directly connected to the controller part 2. Awning part 1
The control signal is transmitted to the two transmission terminals 30 of the controller section 2.
．． 31 to the outside. As illustrated, a first transmission section 40 is connected to one transmission terminal 30, and the transmission section 40 controls the second awning section 1b. Next, the first transmission section 40 has a second transmission section 41.
are sequentially connected, and the transmission section 41 receives the control signal of the awning section 1 from the previous stage and transmits it to the third awning section IC.
is designed to be controlled. Further, these awning parts 1 can be opened and closed by manual switches 3 of the controller part 2 to manual switches 46 of each transmission part 40, 41. Next, the sensor section 4 is equipped with an independent power source and can transmit sensor signals to the controller section 2 wirelessly, and since no wiring is required, it can be installed at any position. The remote control operation unit 5 is equipped with an independent power source and can wirelessly transmit operation signals for the awning unit 1 using the push button switch 6 to the controller unit 2.

Each part will be explained below.

FIG. 2 is a block diagram of the sensor section 4, and FIG. 5 is a driving timing chart thereof. Sensor section 4 of this embodiment
is shared by a plurality of awning parts 1. This sensor section 4 includes a wind sensor 7 that detects wind speed or wind pressure, and an optical sensor 8. Physical quantities such as wind force and illuminance to be detected are converted into electrical signals via these sensors 7.8 and each conversion circuit 9.10. Further, each of the setting circuits 11 and 12 outputs a reference signal according to the set reference wind force and illuminance. The electrical signals and reference signals from each of the conversion circuits 9 and 10 are compared and calculated in comparison circuits 13 and 14, respectively, and the transmission control circuits 15 and 16 output predetermined operation signals to the transmission circuit 17. It has become.

For example, in FIG. 5, when the signal AO from the wind sensor 7 side exceeds the set wind force, a close signal A1 for winding up the awning is output. Then, when the wind weakens and falls below the set wind force, a stop signal A2 is issued, the wind sensor 7 is released, and the awning section 1 can be operated manually or by a signal from the optical sensor 8.

Similarly, in FIG. 5, when the signal BO on the optical sensor 8 side detects sunlight exceeding a set value due to strong sunlight, for example, an open signal B1 for extending the awning is output. When the sunlight weakens and falls below the set value, a close signal B2 is output and the awning is rolled up.

Closing signal A1 for operating the awning part 1. The stop signal A2, the open signal B1, and the close signal B2 are sent to the transmission circuit 17, placed on a carrier wave at a predetermined timing, and transmitted wirelessly.

During wireless transmission, the address signal set by the address setting circuit 19 is also transmitted at the same time, making it possible to identify the recipient and prevent interference. Further, the sensor section 4 has a solar cell 20 as an independent power source and a secondary battery 21 charged by the solar cell 20, and can operate without receiving electricity from the outside.

FIG. 3 is a block diagram of the remote control operation section 5. The remote control operation unit 5 is a device that an operator can freely carry and operate the awning unit 1 wirelessly from any location. In the figure, reference numeral 6 denotes a pushbutton switch as a manual switch that outputs an opening/closing signal for the awning, and this opening/closing signal is wirelessly transmitted by the transmitting circuit 22. In this case, like the sensor section 4, the address signal set by the address setting circuit 23 is also transmitted at the same time. This remote control operation section 5 also has an independent power source 24 (for example, a battery).

FIG. 4 is a block diagram of the controller section 2. As shown in FIG. 2 in the diagram
Reference numeral 5 denotes a receiving circuit that receives wireless transmission from the sensor section 4 and the remote control operation section 5.

An address setting circuit 26 is connected to this receiving circuit 25, so that the address information contained in the transmitted signal can be identified. The light sensor signal/wind sensor signal received by the receiving circuit 25 is prioritized by the timer circuit 18 along with the remote control signal when the signal indicating the open/close/stop state continues for a predetermined period of time (when no reverse signal is received). The signal is inputted to an arithmetic circuit 27. For example, even if the wind sensor signal becomes a stop signal, the timer circuit 18 outputs the stop signal only when there is no open signal for a predetermined period of time. Further, the controller section 2 has a manual switch 3 that outputs a manual signal for opening and closing the awning, and the manual signal is also input to the priority calculation circuit 2f.

Then, the priority calculation circuit 27 processes each of these input signals according to the priority order, and outputs a control signal for the awning section 1 to the motor drive circuit 28.

This priority calculation circuit 27 is provided with a selection switch 29 for changing the combination of signals to be used.

The names of the selected positions of the selection switch 29, the signals used at each selected position, and their priorities are as shown in the following table.

Although the remote control signal and the manual signal have the same priority, the motor M is designed to stop when the remote control signal open and the manual signal close are input at the same time.

Next, this controller section 2 is provided with two transmission terminals 30 and 31 on the output side of the priority calculation circuit 27 via insulation circuits 32 and 33, respectively, to control the awning section 1 described above. The signal can be output externally.

Next, as shown in FIG. 1, a plurality of transmission sections 40 and 41 are sequentially connected to the transmission terminals 30 and 31 of the controller section 2. (In FIG. 1, two transmission sections 40 and 41 are shown for one transmission terminal 30.) The transmission sections 40 and 41 are input terminals for receiving control signals from the controller section 2 or the preceding transmission section. 42, and a transmission terminal 43 for isolating and transmitting the same control signal to the next stage transmission section. Both terminals 42 and 43 are connected to a priority calculating circuit 45 via an insulating circuit 44. The priority calculation circuit 45 also includes a manual switch 46.
A signal from the machine (called a manual signal) is input. Then, the manual signal and the control signal are processed according to a predetermined priority order, and the motors M of the awning parts lb and lc are controlled via the motor drive circuit 47. This priority is
This is the same as "automatic" in the table above, but between the manual signal from the controller section 2 and the manual signal from the transmission section 40.41, the controller section 2 (or the remote control operation section 5) has priority.

In this embodiment, the controller section 2 and the transmission section 40.4
The insulating circuits 32, 33 and 44 provided in 1 can be constructed by, for example, photocouplers or the like. In addition, in this example,
Both the controller section 2 and the transmission section 40.41 were provided with an insulation circuit, but each transmission section 40.41
4, the insulation circuit 32.3 of the controller section 2
3 can be omitted.

Next, we will explain the operation and operation of the awning device configured as above.
Explain the effects along with how to use them.

First, in the awning device of this embodiment, the sensor section 4 is separated from other components. That is, the sensor section 4
Since it is equipped with a solar cell 20 and a secondary battery 21, there is no need for connection to an external power source, and since the sensor signal is transmitted wirelessly, there is no need for a wired connection to the controller unit 2. Therefore, the sensor unit 4 can be installed at any position without having to worry about wiring or connection work.
Moreover, changing the installation position is easy. The sensor section 4 is connected to the awning section 1 (la) arranged in parallel.

lb, lc, -), or may be attached to a specific awning; in either case, a position can be selected where the physical quantity to be detected can be detected most accurately.

Next, as explained with reference to FIGS. 2 and 5, the sensor section 4 includes a transmission control circuit 15.1 for each sensor 7.8.
6. Therefore, only when the wind force or illuminance exceeds a set value or falls below a set value, the sensor section 4 wirelessly transmits a sensor signal such as open/close to the controller section 2. At other times, no wireless signal is transmitted from the sensor section 4. Note that without providing the transmission control circuits 15 and 16 in the sensor section 4, the signals AO and BO after comparison shown in FIG. It is also conceivable to make it occur. However, if the transmission control circuits 15 and 16 are provided on the sensor unit 4 side as in this embodiment, the sensor signal does not need to be transmitted all the time, which reduces power consumption and prevents interference. . Note that the timer circuit 18
may be provided on the sensor section 4 side.

Next, the sensor signal wirelessly transmitted from the sensor section 4 is received by the controller section 2. In addition, a remote control signal wirelessly transmitted as necessary from the remote control operation unit 5 by operating the pushbutton switch 6 is also received by the controller unit 2. In this embodiment, the sensor unit 4 on the transmitting side and the remote control operation unit 5 and the controller unit 2ρ on the receiving side
Each has address setting circuits 19, 23, and 26, and since the combination of the transmitting side and the receiving side is determined, there is no risk of interference.

When the selection switch 29 of the controller unit 2 is set to "auto", the wind sensor signal is given top priority, and if the wind blows at the set value or higher for more than the set time (for example, about 3 seconds), the wind sensor signal close signal is activated. The awning is immediately closed. After that, when the wind weakens and remains lower than the set wind force for more than a set time (for example, 10 minutes), the close signal is canceled by the stop signal of the wind sensor signal, and the operation by the manual signal, remote control signal, or optical sensor signal is canceled. It becomes possible. Note that in this selected position, the manual signal (
Since the awning (or remote control signal) has priority, the awning can be opened or closed by the manual switch 3 of the controller section 2 or the push button switch 6 of the remote control operation section 5, regardless of the state of solar radiation.

When the selection switch is set to "manual", the signal from the sensor section 4 is not used at all, and the awning can be operated freely by operating the manual switch 3 of the controller section 2 or the push button switch 6 of the remote control operation section 5. Can be opened and closed.

When the selection switch is set to "night", the light sensor 8 is in a released state, and the awning is controlled by the wind sensor signal, manual signal, and remote control signal.

This selection position is mainly used when leaving the awning open at night.If the selection position is "Auto", the awning will be raised at night, but if you switch to the "Night" position. By doing so, the awning can be extended even at night while making full use of the wind sensor 7. Since it is nighttime, the awning is not used as a sunshade, but rather as a fashionable item.

As explained above, the controller section 2 uses a plurality of sensor signals and manual signals according to the priority order, and the signals to be used can be switched depending on the purpose of use of the awning. Also, during maintenance inspection, select switch 29
By performing inspection while switching as appropriate, it is possible to check the functions of each sensor, manual switch, etc.

Next, the control signal output from the controller section 2 is simultaneously transmitted to each transmission section 40, 41, and the awning section 1a
Similarly, other awning parts lb, lc, etc. are also opened and closed. That is, in this embodiment, one controller section 2 emits a simultaneous signal based on a sensor signal etc. outputted by one sensor section 4 to control a plurality of awning sections 1a, lb, and lc.

...can be controlled. In addition, particularly in the case of manual operation, all the awning parts 1 can be operated at once using the manual switch 3 of the controller part 2, so that a large number of awning parts 1 can be opened and closed in a short time. Furthermore, the awning parts 1b, lc of each transmission part 40.41 can be operated not only by the controller part 2 but also by a manual switch 46 provided individually in each transmission part 40.41. Therefore, not only can all the awning parts be operated at once, but also the opening and closing of each awning part can be freely selected.

In addition, the controller section 2 and each transmission section 40.4 of this embodiment
1 is a transmission terminal 30.31.43 for connection with the outside
and input terminals 42 have insulation circuits 32, 33, and 44. Therefore, only information signals are transmitted between the various parts, and accidents such as the drive current of the motor M flowing in and destroying the internal circuits are prevented.

Furthermore, in this embodiment, since the plurality of transmission sections 40, 41 are sequentially connected to the controller section 2 in series, all the transmission sections 40, 41. There is less wasted wiring than when connecting each of the -... directly to the controller section 2.
Duplicate wiring can be eliminated. Further, since the controller section 2 is provided with two transmission terminals, wiring work with each transmission section is even easier when the controller is placed in the center and there are awning sections on the left and right sides.

In the embodiment described above, the controller section 2 and each transmission section 40, 41 are connected by wire, but control signals may be sent wirelessly.

(Effects of the Invention) The awning device of the present invention that controls a plurality of awning parts includes a wireless sensor part equipped with an independent power source, a controller part that outputs a control signal for the awning part from a manual signal and a sensor signal, and a manual and a transmission section that controls each awning section from the signal and the control signal.

Therefore, according to the present invention, there are no restrictions on the installation location of the sensor section, and wiring work between the sensor section and the controller section is no longer necessary. In addition to operating signals from the manual switch in the controller, signals from sensors are also used to control the opening and closing of the awning, making the awning highly safe.

Furthermore, since a plurality of awning parts can be driven by one sensor part and controller part, the overall cost can be kept low. In addition, all the awning parts can be opened and closed simultaneously by a simultaneous signal from the controller part, and each awning part can be operated individually using a manual switch for each transmission part, providing a high degree of freedom in operability and excellent usability. There is.

Furthermore, in the awning device, if a plurality of transmission sections and a controller section are wired in series in sequence, unnecessary wiring can be eliminated and redundant wiring can be eliminated, making wiring work easier.

[Brief explanation of drawings]

FIG. 1 is a block diagram of a transmission section that also serves as a schematic configuration diagram showing an overview of an embodiment of the present invention, FIG. 2 is a block diagram of a sensor section in the same embodiment, and FIG. 3 is a block diagram of a sensor section in the same embodiment. 4 is a block diagram of the controller section in the same embodiment, FIG. 5 is a drive timing chart of the sensor section in the same embodiment, and FIG. 6 is a plan view of a conventional general awning. Figure 7 shows ■-■ of Figure 6.
FIG. 8, an enlarged sectional view taken along a cutting line, is a schematic configuration diagram showing an example of a conventional awning device. M...Motor as a driving means. 105・-Campus as a day covering material. 1 (la, lb, lc, -)--Awning part. 2...controller section, 3-manual switch. 4.-Sensor section, 7.-Wind sensor. 8.-light sensor. 20.-Solar cell as an independent power source. 21 - Secondary battery as an independent power source. 40--first transmission section, 41.--second transmission section. 46.-Manual switch. Patent applicant Bunka Shutter Co., Ltd. Chino Co., Ltd. Agent/patent attorney Norihitsu Nishimura/

Claims (2)

[Claims] (1) It has a plurality of awning parts that open and close the awning materials by a driving means, a sensor part that is equipped with an independent power source and wirelessly transmits a sensor signal, and a manual switch, and the signal from the manual switch and the sensor part a controller unit that outputs a control signal for controlling the awning unit by using sensor signals wirelessly transmitted from the awning unit according to the priority order; and a manual switch; An awning device comprising: a transmission section that controls the awning section. (2) The awning device according to claim 1, wherein a plurality of transmitting units that respectively control different awning units and the controller unit are sequentially connected by wire.