KR102620267B1 - Object storage device with improved temperature maintenance - Google Patents

Abstract

A storage device for storing and managing objects according to various embodiments of the present invention for realizing the above-described problems is disclosed. The storage device includes a storage unit that forms an internal space in which objects are stored, an opening and closing member that can be coupled to the storage unit, a fastening part that fastens the storage unit and the opening and closing member, and a handle that the user can hold. and a moving part provided on one side of the storage unit, wherein the opening and closing member includes a cover part that opens and closes the storage part and a sensor part that acquires sensing information corresponding to an object stored in the storage part, and the cover part includes the A seating portion provided in the shape of a groove of a certain depth so that the sensor portion is seated, an insertion portion through which at least a portion of the sensor portion penetrates when the sensor portion is seated in the seating portion, and an insertion portion having elastic force and provided along the circumference of the cover portion. It includes a rubber part, wherein the sensor part includes a sensor body part, a display part provided on one surface of the sensor body part to display the sensing information, a lighting part provided in one area of the sensor body part, and extending in one direction from the sensor body part. A sensor electrode unit provided with a predetermined length, a control unit that generates environmental information based on sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit, and controls the display unit and the lighting unit based on the environmental information, and the sensor body It is provided to extend in one direction from the unit and may include a blocking film provided to surround an outer circumference of the sensor electrode unit.

Description

Object storage device with improved temperature maintenance {OBJECT STORAGE DEVICE WITH IMPROVED TEMPERATURE MAINTENANCE}

The present invention relates to a storage device for storing objects, and more specifically, when collecting/transporting objects related to food by-products, preventing quality deterioration of the objects that occurs due to environmental changes, and continuously monitoring and managing the objects. It is about a storage device for

Today, as recycling to reduce environmental pollution and resource waste has become a hot topic, upcycling is attracting attention. Upcycling is a word created through a combination of upgrading and recycling. It means going beyond simply recycling useless products and creating new added value, such as adding design, to create new products.

Such upcycling has recently been attempted in various fields thanks to eco-friendly policies. Examples of upcycling include producing new clothes or bags using recycled clothing, recycling discarded banners to make shopping carts, or using food waste as food for earthworms and using earthworm excrement as fertilizer.

In addition, as upcycling has recently been added to cutting-edge technology, upcycling products that go beyond simple physical processing and use chemical changes are being produced. For example, research and development is being conducted on upcycling, which uses discarded vinyl or waste plastic to produce carbon nanotubes, which are highly useful for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries. In other words, it is possible to reduce the amount of discarded plastic waste and at the same time produce carbon nanotubes, which are essential for lithium-ion batteries.

Meanwhile, the amount of food by-products generated as a necessary evil for food processing in Korea amounts to 30 million tons annually, and 70% of these are classified or disposed of as “garbage,” placing a significant burden not only on business activities but also on the environment. This is the situation, and accordingly, the production of upcycling products using food processing is being actively researched.

Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-1997-0005132 discloses a processing system for recycling food waste. In addition, Republic of Korea Patent No. 10-1874987 discloses a method of drying and fermenting waste resources such as farm by-products, food by-products, and industrial wastes as high value-added new and renewable resources. In other words, various attempts are continuing to upcycle various food by-products into high value-added resources.

However, by-products subject to upcycling may be vulnerable to various bacterial growth and decay as they are waste resources (e.g., trash, sake lees, bread crumbs, etc.). In the case of by-products, transport and management are very important as they can spoil easily. If some of the by-products spoil due to poor management, the upcycled products created through the processing of those by-products may also not provide the intended health functions and taste. In particular, if the by-product contains bacteria, the upcycling product produced from the by-product may be fatal to the user's health and may lose its value as a product, causing enormous human or material damage.

Therefore, in the process of upcycling by-products into high value-added products, there is a demand for research and development for devices to prevent spoilage and bacterial growth of by-products while identifying the status of the by-products through continuous monitoring during the transport process. It can exist.

The problem to be solved by the present invention is to solve the above-mentioned problems, to prevent quality deterioration of objects that occur due to environmental changes, and to provide a storage device for continuously monitoring and managing objects.

The problems to be solved by the present invention are not limited to the problems mentioned above, and other problems not mentioned can be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

A storage device for storing and managing objects according to various embodiments of the present invention to solve the above-mentioned problems is disclosed. The storage device includes a storage unit that forms an internal space in which objects are stored, an opening and closing member that can be coupled to the storage unit, a fastening part that fastens the storage unit and the opening and closing member, and a handle that the user can hold. and a moving part provided on one side of the storage unit, wherein the opening and closing member includes a cover part that opens and closes the storage part and a sensor part that acquires sensing information corresponding to an object stored in the storage part, and the cover part includes the A seating portion provided in the shape of a groove of a certain depth so that the sensor portion is seated, an insertion portion through which at least a portion of the sensor portion penetrates when the sensor portion is seated in the seating portion, and an insertion portion having elastic force and provided along the circumference of the cover portion. It includes a rubber part, wherein the sensor part includes a sensor body part, a display part provided on one surface of the sensor body part to display the sensing information, a lighting part provided in one area of the sensor body part, and extending in one direction from the sensor body part. A sensor electrode unit provided with a predetermined length, a control unit that generates environmental information based on sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit, and controls the display unit and the lighting unit based on the environmental information, and the sensor body It is provided to extend in one direction from the unit and may include a blocking film provided to surround an outer circumference of the sensor electrode unit.

In an alternative embodiment, the cover part further includes a guide part mounted on the lower surface of the cover part and provided with a guide hole of a predetermined diameter, and the guide part includes a sensor part inserted into the interior through the insertion part. It can be characterized as supporting at least some of it.

In an alternative embodiment, the insertion part is characterized in that it is provided through a material having elastic force, and the gas inside the storage part is discharged to the outside through pressure applied as at least a portion of the sensor part is inserted. You can do this.

In an alternative embodiment, the insertion part includes a through hole through which at least a portion of the sensor part passes, a plurality of cut grooves provided on an outer peripheral surface of the through hole and formed in a direction away from the center of the through hole, and a part into which the sensor part is inserted. It may include a rear protrusion formed on one side opposite to the direction.

In an alternative embodiment, the handle portion includes a first handle portion provided on one side of the storage portion and a second handle portion provided on the other side of the storage portion, and at least one of the first handle portion and the second handle portion One may be characterized in that it is provided to be extendable from the storage unit.

Other specific details of the invention are included in the detailed description and drawings.

According to various embodiments of the present invention, it is possible to provide the effect of preventing quality deterioration of the object that occurs due to environmental changes when collecting/transporting objects related to food by-products.

In addition, convenience can be provided in the transfer and management of the object by continuously monitoring the object being transported (i.e., the object stored inside the device) and providing various information related to the disposal and receipt of the object.

The effects of the present invention are not limited to the effects mentioned above, and other effects not mentioned will be clearly understood by those skilled in the art from the description below.

Various aspects will now be described with reference to the drawings, where like reference numerals are used to collectively refer to like elements. In the following examples, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to provide a comprehensive understanding of one or more aspects. However, it will be clear that such aspect(s) may be practiced without these specific details.
Figure 1 shows an exemplary view of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to an embodiment of the present invention viewed from various directions.
Figure 2 is an exemplary diagram for explaining a transfer process of a storage device for storage and management of an object related to an embodiment of the present invention.
3 shows an exemplary exploded view of a storage device for storage and management of objects related to one embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 4 shows a side perspective view of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 5 is an exemplary diagram illustrating the upper surface of a cover portion related to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 6 is an exemplary diagram illustrating the lower surface of a cover portion related to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 7 is an exemplary diagram for explaining the mounting form of the cover portion related to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 8 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a sensor unit related to an embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 9 shows a side perspective view of a storage device for storage and management of objects related to a further embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 10 is an exemplary diagram for explaining an opening and closing member related to an additional embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 11 is an exemplary diagram of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to another embodiment of the present invention.
Figure 12 shows a side perspective view of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to another embodiment of the present invention.

Various embodiments and/or aspects are now disclosed with reference to the drawings. In the following description, for purposes of explanation, numerous specific details are set forth to facilitate a general understanding of one or more aspects. However, it will be appreciated by those skilled in the art that this aspect(s) may be practiced without these specific details. The following description and accompanying drawings set forth in detail certain example aspects of one or more aspects. However, these aspects are illustrative and some of the various methods in the principles of the various aspects may be utilized, and the written description is intended to encompass all such aspects and their equivalents. Specifically, as used herein, “embodiment,” “example,” “aspect,” “example,” etc. are not to be construed as indicating that any aspect or design described is better or advantageous over other aspects or designs. Maybe not.

Hereinafter, regardless of the reference numerals, identical or similar components will be assigned the same reference numbers and duplicate descriptions thereof will be omitted. Additionally, in describing the embodiments disclosed in this specification, if it is determined that detailed descriptions of related known technologies may obscure the gist of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, the detailed descriptions will be omitted. In addition, the attached drawings are only intended to facilitate understanding of the embodiments disclosed in this specification, and the technical idea disclosed in this specification is not limited by the attached drawings.

Although first, second, etc. are used to describe various elements or components, these elements or components are of course not limited by these terms. These terms are merely used to distinguish one device or component from another device or component. Therefore, it goes without saying that the first element or component mentioned below may also be a second element or component within the technical spirit of the present invention.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms (including technical and scientific terms) used in this specification may be used with meanings that can be commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains. Additionally, terms defined in commonly used dictionaries are not interpreted ideally or excessively unless clearly specifically defined.

Additionally, the term “or” is intended to mean an inclusive “or” and not an exclusive “or.” That is, unless otherwise specified or clear from context, “X utilizes A or B” is intended to mean one of the natural implicit substitutions. That is, either X uses A; X uses B; Or, if X uses both A and B, “X uses A or B” can apply to either of these cases. Additionally, the term “and/or” as used herein should be understood to refer to and include all possible combinations of one or more of the related listed items.

Additionally, the terms “comprise” and/or “comprising” mean that the feature and/or element is present, but exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, elements and/or groups thereof. It should be understood as not doing so. Additionally, unless otherwise specified or the context is clear to indicate a singular form, the singular terms herein and in the claims should generally be construed to mean “one or more.”

When a component is said to be “connected” or “connected” to another component, it is understood that it may be directly connected to or connected to that other component, but that other components may also exist in between. It should be. On the other hand, when a component is said to be “directly connected” or “directly connected” to another component, it should be understood that there are no other components in between.

The suffixes “module” and “part” for the components used in the following description are given or used interchangeably only for the ease of preparing the specification, and do not have distinct meanings or roles in and of themselves.

When an element or layer is referred to as “on” or “on” another element or layer, it means that it is not only directly on top of, but also intervening with, the other element or layer. Includes all intervening cases. On the other hand, when a component is referred to as “directly on” or “directly on,” it indicates that there is no intervening other component or layer.

Spatially relative terms such as “below”, “beneath”, “lower”, “above”, “upper”, etc. are used as a single term as shown in the drawing. It can be used to easily describe a component or its correlation with other components. Spatially relative terms should be understood as terms that include different directions of the element during use or operation in addition to the direction shown in the drawings.

For example, if a component shown in a drawing is turned over, a component described as “below” or “beneath” another component would be placed “above” the other component. You can. Accordingly, the illustrative term “down” may include both downward and upward directions. Components can also be oriented in different directions, so spatially relative terms can be interpreted according to orientation.

The purpose and effects of the present invention, and technical configurations for achieving them, will become clear by referring to the embodiments described in detail below along with the accompanying drawings. In explaining the present invention, if it is determined that a detailed description of a known function or configuration may unnecessarily obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description will be omitted. In addition, the terms described below are terms defined in consideration of the functions in the present invention, and may vary depending on the intention or custom of the user or operator.

However, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments disclosed below and may be implemented in various different forms. These embodiments are merely provided to ensure that the present invention is complete and to fully inform those skilled in the art of the scope of the disclosure to which the present invention pertains, and that the present invention is only defined by the scope of the claims. . Therefore, the definition should be made based on the contents throughout this specification.

The object of the present invention may refer to residual products incidentally generated in the process of producing food, that is, food by-products. According to an embodiment, the object of the present invention may be a residual product incidentally generated as food is produced through a fermentation process. For example, the by-product may be 'malt' (or malt residue, beer spent) generated during the beer production process or sikhye production process. According to an embodiment, beer and sikhye are processed using the same raw materials and processes up to pretreatment, so the by-products are the same, so food upcycling may be possible through the same process.

As these objects (or by-products) are produced through a fermentation process, microorganisms (or bacteria) may remain in the by-products. By-products may continue to react (e.g., decay) due to remaining microorganisms. For example, malt used in the production of beer or sikhye may continuously react with residues, so if it is stored or processed as is, it may rot, generate bad odors, and multiply harmful microorganisms, making it unsuitable for consumption. there is. This can act as a factor that hinders the upcycling process that seeks to create high value-added raw materials through by-products. In addition, malt contains foreign substances such as outer skin, so it is important to remove them. To this end, various pretreatment processes such as washing, drying, grinding, and foreign matter inspection of by-products can be performed.

However, in the case of these by-products, even if a pretreatment process is performed to remove bacteria and foreign substances, microorganisms may be generated due to exposure to the air during collection/transportation for upcycling, and may be particularly vulnerable to changes in external temperature. For example, in the case of brewer's spent water, the moisture content is high, so the possibility of microbial growth is high, and the storage life is also not long.

In other words, many quality issues arise during the collection and transportation of by-products for use as food, and temperature and humidity management are important to resolve these quality issues. If temperature and humidity are properly managed, food poisoning can be prevented as bacteria and viruses can be managed.

In an embodiment, the growth conditions of microorganisms may be different for each type of by-product and storage temperature, and accordingly, the appropriate distribution temperature, storage temperature, expiration date, etc. may be different. The purpose of the present invention is to provide a storage device that can be used to transport and store by-products in the process of upcycling them.

That is, the storage device 1000 (hereinafter referred to as 'storage device') for storing and managing objects of the present invention can store and transport the objects. For this purpose, the storage device 1000 may be provided with a storage space inside which an object can be stored, and may be provided with a moving part for easy movement while the object is stored.

In particular, the storage device 1000 of the present invention can monitor the status of objects stored in the internal storage space in real time and provide management information for managing the objects to the user (or administrator). For example, the storage device 1000 of the present invention can provide the user with information related to the temperature, humidity, capacity, and storage period of objects stored in the device. This information can be obtained by tracking at each point in time (eg, collection point, transfer point, storage point, input point, etc.).

Also, for example, the storage device 1000 of the present invention can provide the user with information regarding the receipt or disposal of objects stored inside the device. For another example, the storage device 1000 of the present invention may provide the user with notification information notifying that an abnormal situation or failure situation has occurred among the object storage status information. The detailed description of the information on the above-mentioned object is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto. As described above, the storage device 1000 can provide various management information for managing objects stored therein, and thus the user's convenience in managing objects can be improved.

Additionally, in an embodiment, the storage device 1000 may evaluate the storage suitability of the object by monitoring the status of the object stored therein in real time. Here, storage adequacy may be information related to whether the current storage state of the object is appropriate or not. In an embodiment, storage suitability may be related to determining microbial growth.

For example, in the case of malt (or beer spent), a by-product generated during the production process of beer, if the temperature falls below a certain critical temperature (eg, 60°C), the proliferation of microorganisms may become active. In addition, in the case of malt, the growth of microorganisms becomes active even when the humidity is too high. Accordingly, the storage device 1000 can acquire various environmental information such as temperature and humidity of the object stored therein, and evaluate the storage suitability of the object through the obtained environmental information.

For example, the storage device 1000 calculates the risk of microbial growth by comparing the predetermined critical temperature for microbial growth with the current temperature of the object, and provides a notification to the user when the risk of microbial growth is greater than a set standard value. .

Additionally, in an embodiment, the storage device 1000 may change the storage environment of the object based on real-time environment information of the object stored therein. For a specific example, if the temperature of the object measured in real time does not fall within a predetermined critical range, the storage space may be heated to increase the storage temperature of the object. The detailed description of changes in the storage environment of the above-mentioned object is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

According to an embodiment, the storage device 1000 may be equipped with various means for adjusting the storage environment of objects stored therein. For example, the storage device 1000 may include a cooling means and a heating means for adjusting the temperature of the storage space, and may further include a humidifying means and a dehumidifying means for adjusting the humidity of the storage space. .

In other words, the storage device 1000 of the present invention serves to store, transport, and store objects related to by-products internally, and monitors the storage environment of the objects in real time to continuously determine whether the storage condition of the objects is appropriate to provide various Information can be provided. In addition, when the storage device 1000 determines that the storage condition of the object is not appropriate, it can change the storage environment of the object to an appropriate environment (for example, an environment in which microorganisms do not proliferate). Accordingly, easy storage and transportation of objects becomes possible, and objects for use in upcycling can be maintained in optimal storage conditions.

Hereinafter, specific structural features of the storage device 1000 and effects generated accordingly will be described in detail with reference to FIGS. 1 to 12.

Figure 1 shows an exemplary view of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to an embodiment of the present invention viewed from various directions. Figure 2 is an exemplary diagram for explaining a transfer process of a storage device for storage and management of an object related to an embodiment of the present invention. 3 shows an exemplary exploded view of a storage device for storage and management of objects related to one embodiment of the present invention. Figure 4 shows a side perspective view of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 5 is an exemplary diagram illustrating the upper surface of a cover portion related to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 is an exemplary diagram illustrating the lower surface of a cover portion related to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 7 is an exemplary diagram for explaining the mounting form of the cover portion related to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 8 is an exemplary diagram illustrating a sensor unit related to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 9 shows a side perspective view of a storage device for storage and management of objects related to a further embodiment of the present invention. Figure 10 is an exemplary diagram for explaining an opening and closing member related to an additional embodiment of the present invention. Figure 11 is an exemplary diagram of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to another embodiment of the present invention. Figure 12 shows a side perspective view of a storage device for storing and managing objects related to another embodiment of the present invention.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the storage device 1000 includes a storage unit 200, an opening and closing member 100, a fastening unit 300, a handle unit 400, and a moving unit. It may include part 500. The above-described components are exemplary, and the storage device 1000 of the present invention is not limited to the above-described components. That is, depending on the implementation aspect of the embodiments of the present invention, additional components may be included or at least some of the above-described components may be omitted.

As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the storage device 1000 may be provided in the shape of a carrier that a user can guide by holding a handle. According to an embodiment, objects corresponding to by-products of beer or sikhye production may be stored and transported in the internal space of the storage device 1000.

According to one embodiment, the storage device 1000 may include a fastening part 300 that fastens the storage part 200 and the opening and closing member 100. The fastening part 300 may have a detachment mechanism for fixing and separating the opening and closing member 100 from the storage part 200. As shown in FIG. 2, the fastening part 300 may serve to secure and separate the opening and closing member 100 from the storage unit 200. In various embodiments, the detachment mechanism may further include at least one of a clip detachment method, a magnetic attachment method, a band attachment and detachment method, or an adsorption and detachment method.

According to one embodiment, the storage device 1000 may include a handle 400 that a user can hold. The handle portion 400 may refer to an area that the user holds to move the storage device 1000. The user may move the storage device 1000 by applying an external force while holding the handle 400 with his or her hand. As an example, the handle portion 400 may be provided in a handle shape that a user can grip, and the user may manipulate the strength and direction of force while holding the handle portion 400 to control the storage device 1000. You can control the movement speed and direction of movement. Additionally, in an embodiment, the user lifts the storage device 1000 using the handle portion 400 to discharge an object stored inside the storage device 1000 to another area, or to move the object stored inside the storage device 1000 to another area. Washing may also be performed.

In a specific embodiment, the handle portion 400 may include a first handle portion 410 provided on one side of the storage portion 200 and a second handle portion 420 provided on the other side of the storage portion 200. You can. As shown in FIG. 2, the handle portion 400 may include a first handle portion 410 provided in the first area and a second handle portion 420 provided in the second area.

In various embodiments, at least one of the first handle portion 410 and the second handle portion 420 may be extended from the storage portion 200. For a specific example, as shown in (a) and (b) of FIGS. 2, the second handle portion 420 may extend from the storage portion 200 through a sliding method. The second handle 420 may be provided to be extendable from the storage unit 200 to facilitate transportation of the storage device 1000. For example, the user can easily move the storage device 1000 by dragging the storage device 1000 while tilting the storage device 1000 at a certain angle while extending the second handle portion 420 from the storage unit 200 . In addition, when the destination is arrived with the object stored, the second handle 420 can be returned to its original position (e.g., a position corresponding to the first handle), and the user can move the first handle 410 and the second handle portion 420 are gripped to discharge the object stored inside to the outside. In the above description, it is explained that the second handle portion 420 is provided to be slidable and can be extended from the storage portion 200. However, the first handle portion 410 also has a storage portion in the same manner as the second handle portion 420. It may also be provided to be extendable from (200).

That is, the present invention is provided to include two handle parts for easy ejection of stored contents (i.e., objects), and at least one of the two handle parts can be extended by a certain length from the storage part 200 for convenience of movement. It can be characterized as being provided. Through this configuration of the handle portion 400, convenience in discharging and moving objects can be improved.

According to one embodiment, the storage device 1000 may include a moving unit 500 provided on one side of the storage unit 200. The moving unit 500 may allow the storage device 1000 to move. For example, the user can move the storage device 1000 through the moving unit 500 to transfer an object to one area. In an embodiment, the storage device 1000 internally stores by-products that have undergone various pretreatment processes such as washing, drying, grinding, and foreign matter inspection as objects, and stores and transports the objects for upcycling. You can do it.

In various embodiments, the storage device 1000 may be a motorized device that can be moved assisted by electricity to reduce the force for movement, that is, the user's labor. In detail, the storage device 1000 may further include a driving unit that applies driving force to the moving unit 500. In this case, the handle portion 400 may be equipped with a sensor module that detects pressure caused by contact with the user's body. The sensor module is a sensor for measuring pressure and may include, for example, a load cell, a multi-axis force sensor, and a piezo sensor.

The storage device 1000 may apply driving force to the moving unit 500 by controlling the driving unit based on the amount of pressure applied through the sensor module. For example, when detecting that a large pressure is applied from the user through the sensor module provided in the handle unit 400, the drive unit can apply a large driving force to the moving unit 500, and when detecting that a relatively small pressure is applied , the driving unit may apply a relatively small driving force to the moving unit 500. The greater the driving force applied to the moving unit 500, the faster the transfer speed of the storage device 1000 can be. According to an embodiment, the object of the present invention may be a by-product containing a lot of moisture, so when the by-product is to be transported while stored in the storage device 1000, the user may apply a lot of force. . In particular, when the movement path of the storage device 1000 includes an uphill road, a downhill road, or a bump, a lot of force from the user may be required to control the movement of the storage device 1000. As described above, the storage device 1000 can be motorized through the configuration of the sensor module and the driving part provided in the handle, thereby improving user convenience when transporting an object.

In a further embodiment, the moving unit 500 may include a first moving unit and a second moving unit for movement relative to the left and right areas of the storage unit 200, respectively. In an embodiment, the moving direction of the storage device 1000 may be controlled as different driving forces or rotational forces are transmitted to each of the first moving part and the second moving part. For a specific example, more driving force is applied to the second moving part than to the first moving part, so that the second moving part can rotate more than the first moving part, and as a result, the moving distance in the right area is greater than the left, so that the storage device (1000) can be moved to rotate to the left. The detailed description of the driving force and rotation speed applied to each moving part described above is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto. In an embodiment, rotation in the left and right axes directions may be caused by a difference in the force applied to each of the sensor modules provided on the left and right axes, respectively, of a specific handle portion (e.g., a second handle portion extendable from a storage portion). there is.

According to one embodiment, the storage device 1000 forms an internal space and may include a storage unit 200 in which objects are stored in the formed internal space. The storage unit 200 may form an internal storage space and store objects in the internal space. The storage unit 200 may be provided with an open upper surface, and an opening and closing member 100 may be coupled to the open upper surface. When the opening and closing member 100 is coupled to the upper surface of the storage unit 200, the internal space of the storage unit 200 can be opened and closed through the opening and closing member 100. For example, an object may be inserted into the storage unit 200 while the opening and closing member 100 is open, and as the object is closed after being introduced, the object is stored in the internal space.

In an embodiment, the storage unit 200 may be made of stainless steel for hygiene purposes. As the storage unit 200 is provided through a dual structure of stainless steel, it may be characterized as having an improved heat rejection rate. Additionally, when the storage unit 200 is made of stainless steel, it has the advantage of being easy to clean.

In one embodiment, the outer surface of the inner wall of the storage unit 200 may be provided with metal foil. Specifically, metal foil may be provided in the area between the inner and outer walls of the storage unit 200 (i.e., to surround the inner wall), and heat in the internal space can be preserved for a long period of time through the metal foil. Even if the internal heat tries to escape, the temperature can be maintained by being reflected inward through the metal foil covering the outside (i.e., surrounding the inner wall). That is, the storage unit 200 has a double structure having an inner wall and an outer wall, and metal foil is provided to surround the inner wall, so that heat dissipation due to radiation can be blocked. This has the advantage of enabling long-term storage and storage, such as minimizing temperature changes and preventing bacteria from multiplying or spoiling objects stored inside (e.g., food by-products).

According to various embodiments, the storage unit 200 has a double structure formed of an outer wall 200b and an inner wall 200a, and an insulating layer 210 is formed in the space between the outer wall 200b and the inner wall 200a. can do.

Specifically, referring to Figure 4, the storage unit 200 is provided to surround the inner wall 200a forming a storage space and the inner wall 200a, and is configured to include an outer wall 200b forming the exterior. It can be provided through a middle structure. Additionally, an insulating layer 210 may be formed in the space between the inner wall 200a and the outer wall 200b.

In an embodiment, the insulation layer 210 may be made of vacuum. When the insulation layer 210 is provided in a vacuum state, insulation performance can be improved, and even if an impact (eg, falling, etc.) occurs, it can be minimized. The air present in the insulation layer 210 may be maintained in a vacuum state as it is compressed through the compression portion 220. The compression portion 220 may include a compression hole 221 and a sealing portion 222.

In detail, the storage unit 200 may include a compression hole 221 that allows the inflow and outflow of gas in a space (i.e., an insulating layer) formed between the outer wall 200b and the inner wall 200a. Air can be sucked into the insulation layer through the compression hole 221 and maintained in a vacuum state.

Additionally, the storage unit 200 may include a sealing portion 222 that is coupled to the compression hole 221 and blocks the movement of gas through the compression hole 221. In an embodiment, the sealing material may be composed of a metal brazing material made of Sn, an alloy of Sn and Ag, Cu, Ni, Bi, or Zn, or a glass brazing material.

That is, the gap between the outer wall 200b and the inner wall 200a of the storage unit 200 is evacuated, and the compression hole 221 is sealed through the sealing part 222 to form the vacuum insulation layer 210. . Additionally, in an embodiment, the sealing portion 222 may be treated with a material or treated (eg, coated, etc.) to prevent air particles from entering the insulating layer 210 .

In a further embodiment, the insulation layer 210 may be provided with an absorbent that can absorb moisture or other gas particles to maintain the interior in a vacuum state. Through this configuration, the vacuum state inside the insulation layer 210 can be maintained for a long time, and the insulation efficiency can be improved. Accordingly, the temperature change of the object can be minimized and rot can be prevented.

Additionally, in an embodiment, the insulation layer 210 may be provided with an insulation material inserted therein. For example, insulation through one of the following materials: bead insulation (EPS), extruded insulation board (isopink), E-board, heat reflective insulation, glass wool, vacuum insulation board (VIP), cellulose insulation, or polyurethane foam. may be provided in the insulation layer. Bead insulation (EPS) can refer to an insulation material made by compressing and molding polystyrene granules. Extruded thermal insulation board (isopink) is an insulating material made by compressing polystyrene into a plate shape. It can be insulated by filling fluorescent carbon, which has the lowest thermal conductivity among gases, into a fine independent structure. E-board is a product that combines isopink and PP board and can be an insulating material that prevents condensation. At this time, PP board is a plastic hollow plate manufactured through extrusion molding of raw materials mixed with polypropylene and admixtures such as inorganic fillers and flame retardants under optimal conditions, and can be impregnated with non-woven fabric on both sides. Heat reflective insulation is a product that can be used as both interior and exterior materials. The surface is made of an aluminum layer, so it has strong durability, heat resistance, earthquake resistance, and sound insulation, and can be an insulation material that blocks radiant heat. Glass wool can be an inorganic mineral fiber insulation material made by melting glass at high temperature, forming it into fibers using high-speed rotation force, and then molding it to a certain size. A vacuum insulating plate (VIP) can be constructed on the principle of blocking the movement of heat by conduction and convection by creating a vacuum inside the insulating plate and blocking radiant heat by wrapping the surface of the insulating plate with a heat-reflecting insulating material. Cellulose insulation may be a sound-absorbing insulation material produced by recycling paper such as newspaper. The structure of the above-described heat insulating layer is only an example, and the present disclosure is not limited thereto.

According to one embodiment, the storage device 1000 may include an opening and closing member 100 that can be coupled to the storage unit 200. The opening and closing member 100 may be provided to be coupled to the upper side of the storage unit 200 and may open and close the internal space of the storage unit 200. For example, an object may be inserted into the storage unit 200 while the opening and closing member 100 is open, and as the upper surface opened through the opening and closing member 100 is closed after the object is inserted, the object may be placed in the storage device. It will be stored in

In one embodiment, the opening and closing member 100 may be provided through the cover part 120 and the sensor part 110, as shown in FIG. 3. The cover unit 120 is in direct contact with the storage unit 200, and the sensor unit 110 is indirectly connected to the storage unit 200 through the cover unit 120. That is, as shown in FIG. 3, the sensor unit 110 may be coupled and positioned on the upper side of the cover unit 120.

In one embodiment, the cover part 120 can open and close the upper surface of the storage part 200. The storage unit 200 may be provided in a hexahedral shape with an open upper surface, and the cover unit 120 may be provided to be coupled to the open upper surface of the storage unit 200. When the cover part 120 is fitted and coupled to the upper surface of the storage part 200, the upper surface of the storage part 200 is closed, and the cover part 120 is separated from the upper surface of the storage part 200. , the upper surface of the storage unit 200 is opened.

In an embodiment, the cover part 120 may include a seating part 121 provided in the shape of a groove of a certain depth so that the sensor unit 110 is seated. As shown in FIGS. 3 and 5, the seating portion 121 is formed on the upper surface of the cover portion 120 and is provided in the shape of a groove of a certain depth so that the sensor portion 110 can be seated. You can. In an embodiment, the seating unit 121 may be provided in a shape corresponding to the sensor unit 110, and thus the sensor unit 110 can be easily seated on the seating unit 121. For example, when the shape of the sensor unit 110 is square, the seating unit 121 may be provided through a square groove having a size corresponding to the corresponding sensor unit 110, and accordingly, the sensor unit 110 It can be easily seated on the seating portion 121. By providing a groove shape of a certain depth, the sensor unit 110 can be prevented from being easily separated from the seating unit 121.

Additionally, when the sensor unit 110 is seated on the seating unit 121, the cover unit 120 may include an insertion unit 122 through which at least a portion of the sensor unit 110 penetrates. The insertion unit 122 may be characterized in that at least a portion of the sensor unit 110 is inserted. Specifically, the sensor unit 110 includes a sensor electrode unit 113 extending in one direction, and when the sensor unit 110 is seated on the seating unit 121, the sensor electrode unit 113 is inserted. It may be provided through the portion 122.

In an embodiment, the insertion portion 122 may be made of a material with elasticity. At least a portion of the sensor unit 110 (i.e., sensor electrode unit) may be provided to penetrate the insertion unit 122. However, since the sensor electrode unit 113 is provided with a relatively thin thickness and long length, it may be vulnerable to damage when an impact occurs on the device. Accordingly, the insertion part 122 into which the thin sensor part 110 is inserted is provided to have elastic force, thereby minimizing the impact applied to the sensor electrode part 113 when an impact occurs in the device, and the sensor part ( 110) can prevent damage.

Additionally, in an embodiment, the insertion unit 122 may discharge the gas inside the storage unit 200 to the outside through pressure applied as at least a portion of the sensor unit 110 is inserted. Specifically, since the insertion part 122 is provided with elastic force, the gas located inside the storage part 200 can be discharged to the outside through the pressure with which the sensor part 110 is inserted.

According to one embodiment, the insertion portion 122 is a through hole 122b through which at least a portion of the sensor unit 110 passes, and is provided on the outer peripheral surface of the through hole 122b, and is formed in a direction away from the center of the through hole. It may include two incision grooves 122a and a rear protruding portion 122c protruding from one surface opposite to the direction in which the sensor unit 110 is inserted.

Referring to FIG. 5, the through hole 122b may be formed in the central area of the insertion portion 122, and at least a portion of the sensor portion 110 (i.e., the sensor electrode portion) is inserted into the through hole 122b. It can be. In this case, a cut structure is formed around the through hole 122b, and through this, the through hole 122b can be kept in a closed state under normal circumstances. Here, the cut structure refers to a plurality of cut grooves 122a, and is a structure in which the through hole 122b is exposed when a certain pressure is applied through the plurality of cut grooves 122a.

As shown in FIG. 5, a plurality of cut grooves 122a may be formed extending in a direction away from the center of the through hole 122b, and at least a portion of the sensor unit 110 (i.e., sensor electrode unit) may be formed through the through hole ( Each incision is compressed by pressure to penetrate 122b, forming a through hole 122b, and the sensor electrode unit 113 can be penetrated through the through hole 122b. When the sensor electrode unit 113 is provided through the through hole 122b, the sensor electrode unit 113 can be brought into close contact in multiple directions through the elastic restoring force of each cut groove 122a. When the sensor electrode unit 113 is inserted into the through hole 122b, the movement of air between the inside and outside may be blocked through the cut structure formed in the periphery of the through hole 122b. Here, the inside and outside may mean the inside space of the storage unit 200 and the outside space of the insertion unit 122 (i.e., the outside space of the opening and closing member). In other words, the through hole 122b may not be exposed in normal times through the incision structure, and even if the sensor electrode unit 113 is inserted through the through hole 122b, the pressing force of each incision groove 122a (i.e. It is a configuration in which external gas is blocked through elastic restoring force. As the transmission of external gases is blocked, the ability to maintain temperature and humidity in the internal space can be improved.

In one embodiment, the rear protrusion 122c may be formed on the lower surface of the opening and closing member 100, as shown in FIG. 6. The rear protrusion 122c may be formed on one surface in the opposite direction to the direction in which the sensor unit 110 is inserted. The rear protrusion 122c may be provided to have a certain thickness. Accordingly, when pressure to insert the sensor electrode unit 113 into the through hole 122b is applied to the incision structure, the area of the rear protrusion 122c is It can sink downward. That is, when the sensor electrode unit 113 is to be inserted into the through hole 122b, pressure is applied to the area of the rear protrusion 122c with a certain thickness, and the insertion unit 122, which has elastic force, is compressed overall in the downward direction. It can be. As the insertion portion 122 is compressed in the downward direction (i.e., in the object storage direction), gas existing between the storage portion 200 and the opening and closing member 100 may be discharged to the outside through the through hole 122b. Accordingly, the internal space of the storage unit 200 can be maintained as a vacuum. In other words, a vacuum layer can be formed that can increase the sealing force and minimize contact with external air. In other words, the space between the object stored in the storage unit 200 and the opening and closing member 100 can be maintained in a vacuum state, so the insulation effect can be improved, and thus, the temperature change of the object is minimized to prevent microbial growth and decay. can be prevented.

In summary, the insertion portion 122 is provided to have elastic force, and the space between the object stored in the storage portion 200 and the opening and closing member 100 is maintained in a vacuum state through the configuration of the through hole 122b and the rear protruding portion 122c. It can be maintained.

Additionally, the cover part 120 has elasticity and may include a rubber part 123 provided along the circumference of the cover part 120. The rubber portion 123 may be configured to improve the sealing force between the storage portion 200 and the opening and closing member 100. For example, the rubber portion 123 may be provided using a packing material, rubber, or urethane material. As shown in FIG. 6, the rubber portion 123 may be provided along the circumference of the lower surface of the cover portion 120. When the opening and closing member 100 is inserted into the storage unit 200, the rubber unit 123 may be in direct contact with the storage unit 200. The rubber portion 123 is provided to protrude outward and is made of a material with elastic force, so that sealing force can be improved when the storage portion 200 and the opening and closing member 100 are combined. This has the advantage of improving the holding power of the object, that is, the storage performance, by improving the insulation performance.

According to one embodiment of the present invention, an inner groove 124 having the shape of a groove of a certain size may be formed on one surface of the cover portion 120. The inner groove 124 may be formed on the lower surface of the cover portion 120, as shown in FIG. 6.

In one embodiment, the inner groove 124 may be provided in a shape corresponding to the handle portion 400. In a specific embodiment, the inner groove 124 may be formed with a size corresponding to the size of the handle portion 400 so that the handle portion 400 can be inserted. Specifically, as shown in FIG. 7, when the opening and closing member 100 is separated from the storage unit 200, it may be hung over the handle unit 400 through the inner groove 124. As the storage device 1000 of the present invention stores food by-products as objects, it may be important to prevent the growth of bacteria. For example, in order to check objects stored therein or take out some of the objects, the opening and closing member 100 must be separated from the storage unit 200. In this case, when the separated opening and closing member 100 is placed on the floor, there is a risk of contamination with bacteria or foreign substances. In the present invention, in order to minimize such contamination, the opening and closing member 100 separated through the inner groove 124 can be mounted on the handle portion 400.

In various embodiments, the cover part 120 may include a guide part 130 that is mounted on the lower surface of the cover part 120 and includes a guide hole 133 of a predetermined diameter. The guide unit 130 may be characterized as supporting at least a portion of the sensor unit 110 inserted into the interior through the insertion unit 122.

Specifically, referring to FIG. 9, the guide part 130 is mounted on the lower surface of the cover part 120 and may include a guide hole 133 of a certain diameter. The guide part 130 includes a guide body 131 connected to the cover part 120, a side guide part 132 connected to the guide body 131, and a guide hole 133 formed in the center of the side guide part 132. ) may include.

In this case, the guide hole 133 may share a central axis with the through hole 122b formed in the opening and closing portion (i.e., the insertion portion). That is, the guide hole 133 and the through hole 122b may be provided to be aligned with each other.

At least a portion of the sensor unit 110 (i.e., sensor electrode unit) inserted through the through hole 122b may be inserted through the guide hole 133. In an embodiment, the sensor electrode unit 113 of the sensor unit 110 may be in contact with an object to obtain various sensing information related to the object. That is, the guide unit 130 serves to guide the sensor electrode unit 113 penetrating the cover unit 120 so that it can contact the object. In particular, the storage device 1000 of the present invention may be provided to be movable through a moving unit 500. For example, the user may move the storage device 1000 in one direction by applying pressure to the handle portion 400 while tilting the storage device 1000 at a certain angle. Since the storage device 1000 must monitor various information related to the object in real time even when moving, the sensor electrode unit 113 may be provided so as to contact the object. In an embodiment, at least a portion of the sensor electrode unit 113 may be inserted into an object. Various impacts may occur during the movement of the storage device 1000, which may cause damage to the sensor electrode portion 113, which is provided with a thin thickness so as to penetrate the through hole 122b. In particular, as described above, since at least a portion of the sensor electrode unit 113 is inserted into an object, it may be more vulnerable to impact. In other words, the sensor electrode unit 113, which is provided with a relatively thin thickness and long length, is supported at both ends through the through hole 122b and the object, so the middle area may be vulnerable to impact. Accordingly, the present invention can support the sensor electrode unit 113 by providing a guide unit 130 in the area between the through hole 122b and the object. That is, the guide unit 130 guides the sensor electrode unit 113 that has penetrated the through hole 122b so that it can be inserted in one direction (i.e., toward the object), and also guides the middle area of the sensor electrode unit 113. It supports and protects the sensor electrode unit 113 from impacts that occur when moving.

Additionally, since the object of the present invention is related to food by-products containing moisture, when the sensor electrode unit 113 is inserted into the object and then separated, the object is adsorbed to the outer surface of the sensor electrode unit 113. There may be. Additionally, as the object is maintained at a relatively high temperature during the storage process, part of the object melts and remains as residue in the sensor electrode unit 113. If such residue accumulates on the surface of the sensor electrode unit 113, errors may occur in obtaining real-time monitoring information related to the object during use of the continuous storage device 1000. Accordingly, the surface of the sensor electrode unit 113 must be maintained in a clean state. In particular, during the process of separation from the object as described above, it is important that the object adhering to the surface is removed. The guide unit 130 of the present invention serves to remove foreign substances attached to the surface of the sensor electrode unit 113 when the sensor electrode unit 113 is separated from the object. If the sensor electrode unit 113 is taken out without the guide unit 130 present, foreign matter may accumulate around the through hole (122b), through which the sensor electrode unit 113 and the insertion unit ( 122) The adsorption capacity of the liver may decrease. This may maintain the internal space as a vacuum or deteriorate the heat-insulating properties. Accordingly, by providing the guide portion 130 in the area between the object and the through hole 122b, foreign substances flowing up into the through hole 122b can be filtered. Accordingly, failure of the sensor and accumulation of foreign substances in the through hole 122b can be prevented, thereby improving the operating efficiency of the device.

In one embodiment, the sensor unit 110 may obtain sensing information corresponding to an object stored in the storage unit 200. The sensor unit 110 may be equipped with various sensor modules to obtain various sensing information related to an object. For example, the sensor unit 110 may be equipped with a temperature sensor module and a humidity sensor module to obtain sensing information about the temperature and humidity of an object. However, it is not limited to this, and may further include various sensor modules for detecting the environment of the object (eg, a thermal imaging module for detecting foreign substances, pressure sensors, gas sensors, etc.).

According to an embodiment, the sensor unit 110 may include a sensor body unit 111, a display unit 112, a lighting unit 114, a sensor electrode unit 113, and a control unit.

The sensor body unit 111 can form the overall appearance of the sensor unit 110. This sensor body unit 111 may be provided with a display unit 112, a lighting unit 114, a sensor electrode unit 113, and a control unit.

The display unit 112 is provided on one side of the sensor body unit 111 and can display sensing information. The display unit 112 may be provided on the upper surface of the sensor unit 110 so that the user can easily identify the displayed information. In an embodiment, the display unit 112 may be provided to be detachable from the sensor unit 110. That is, the display unit 112 can be separated from and combined with the sensor unit 110 depending on the user's needs. Accordingly, the user can easily check the information displayed on the display unit 112 regardless of the location of the sensor unit 110. The display unit 112 may display various environmental information related to the object (eg, storage start time, current storage temperature, current storage humidity, etc.). For a specific example, as shown in FIG. 8, the display unit 112 may display information about the storage period and information about the current temperature for each area of the object. The detailed description of the information displayed on the display unit is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

The display unit 112 includes a liquid crystal display (LCD), a thin film transistor-liquid crystal display (TFT LCD), an organic light-emitting diode (OLED), and a flexible display. It may include at least one of a display, a 3D display, and an e-ink display.

Additionally, there may be two or more display units 112 depending on the implementation type of the sensor unit 110. In this case, in the sensor unit 110, a plurality of display units may be spaced apart or arranged integrally on one side, or may be arranged on different sides.

In various embodiments, the display unit 112 may include a touch sensor that detects a touch on the display unit 112 so that control commands can be input by a touch method. Using this, when a touch is made to the display unit 112, the touch sensor can detect the touch, and the control unit can generate a control command corresponding to the touch based on this. Content input by the touch method may be letters or numbers, instructions in various modes, or designable menu items.

The lighting unit 114 may be provided in one area of the sensor body unit 111 to provide light. Specifically, the lighting unit 114 may be provided on the lower surface of the sensor body unit 111, as shown in FIG. 8. The lighting unit 114 is provided on the lower surface of the sensor body unit 111, and accordingly, when the sensor unit 110 is seated on the upper surface of the cover unit 120, the cover is attached to the lower surface of the sensor body unit 111. Light is emitted in the direction of the upper surface of the unit 120. In other words, rather than emitting light directly to the user, soft light can be displayed through the upper surface of the cover. This has the advantage of improving aesthetics through an indirect lighting display method.

The lighting unit 114 may include, for example, an LED (Light Emission Diode), allowing the operating state of the storage device 1000 or the storage state of an object to be visually confirmed through blinking of the LED.

In an embodiment, the lighting unit 114 may be characterized as providing visual recognition information based on environmental information. Specifically, the sensor unit may turn on the lighting unit 114 in different ways based on sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit 113. For a specific example, when the temperature sensing information obtained in response to an object through the sensor electrode unit 113 is less than a predetermined reference threshold corresponding to the object, the sensor unit 110 displays a red light through the lighting unit 114. The light can be turned on. In addition, for example, when the temperature sensing information obtained in response to an object through the sensor electrode unit 113 is greater than or equal to a predetermined reference threshold corresponding to the object, the sensor unit 110 emits a green color through the lighting unit 114. The light can be turned on. For another example, when the temperature change rate of the object through the sensor electrode unit 113 exceeds a predetermined standard threshold change rate, the sensor unit 110 turns on the orange light repeatedly at 1 second intervals through the lighting unit 114. You may. The detailed description of the lighting color and method of the lighting unit described above is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

That is, the sensor unit 110 provides lighting methods of different colors or different patterns according to the sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit 113 and the reference threshold corresponding to each sensing information, allowing the user to store the object. It can provide visual cognitive information related to the environment. For example, the user can receive a variety of objects related to the object through visual information displayed through the lighting unit 114, and accordingly, decide whether to receive and process or dispose of the object stored in the storage device 1000. You can. For a specific example, the user can discard the object stored in the storage device 1000 by confirming that the red color is turned on in the lighting unit 114. That is, through visual information displayed through the lighting unit 114, it is possible to identify that the storage temperature of an object has fallen below a set critical storage temperature and discard the object without using it for upcycling. The detailed description of the color of the lighting unit and the method of processing the object described above are merely examples, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

The sensor electrode unit 113 may extend in one direction from the sensor body unit 111 and have a predetermined length. The sensor electrode unit 113 may include a probe-type sensor module that acquires sensing information related to the object by being inserted into the object. In an embodiment, the sensor electrode unit 113 may include a temperature sensor module and a humidity sensor module, and thus may obtain sensing information about the temperature and humidity of the object. In one embodiment, sensing information may be obtained by subdividing each area of the object.

In various embodiments, the sensor electrode unit 113 of the present invention may be characterized as capable of multi-sensing. Here, multi-sensing may mean acquiring a plurality of sensing information corresponding to each of a plurality of areas at one point in time. For example, the sensor electrode unit 113 of the present invention can acquire a plurality of sensing information corresponding to various areas such as the center area, side area, and surface area of the object.

Specifically, the sensor electrode unit 113 may be characterized in that it acquires a plurality of sensing information about humidity and temperature based on a plurality of points corresponding to each length region.

In detail, the sensor electrode unit 113 is provided to obtain sensing information for each of a plurality of points, so when the sensor electrode unit 113 is inserted into an object, a plurality of sensing information is generated corresponding to various areas of the object. is obtained. The reason why the sensor electrode unit 113 of the present invention is equipped to perform multi-sensing corresponding to various areas of the object is to more accurately evaluate whether the storage of the object is appropriate. The object of the present invention may be a food by-product (eg, malt) obtained during the production of beer or sikhye. In the case of such malt, the moisture content is high and as it is a residue obtained during the fermentation process, there is a high possibility of microbial growth and the storage life may not be long. For a specific example, the initial temperature of malt obtained as a by-product may be about 75°C. However, if the temperature of such an object falls below the standard threshold (e.g., 60°C) during storage and transportation, microbial growth may become active, so if it falls below the standard threshold, the object must be disposed of. do.

Meanwhile, these objects may have different temperatures depending on the area. For example, because the temperature of a stored object drops from the surface, the temperature may be higher toward the center area and lower toward the outer surface. For example, the measured temperature of the center may be 70°C, which is an appropriate storage temperature, but the surface may be 59°C, which is not an appropriate storage temperature. Accordingly, the present invention can sense the temperature of each area in detail at the same time and more accurately determine the storage suitability of the object by utilizing a plurality of sensed information.

In an embodiment, the sensor unit 110 may specify each area based on a plurality of sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit 113.

In various embodiments, the sensor unit 110 may perform a comparison between a plurality of pieces of sensing information, and as a result of the comparison, the area corresponding to the highest temperature is specified as the central area, and the area corresponding to the lowest temperature is designated as the surface area. It can be specified as:

In an embodiment, the sensor unit 110 may determine the suitability of storage of an object based on comparison of the temperature of the surface area and a reference threshold. If the temperature of the surface area is below the standard threshold, the sensor unit 110 determines that storage of the object at that point is not appropriate, and if the temperature of the surface area is above the standard threshold, storage of the object is not appropriate at that point in time. It can be judged to be appropriate.

That is, the present invention is capable of measuring the temperature of each area of the object by providing a sensor electrode unit 113 with a multi-sensing function that performs sensing for each of a plurality of points, and based on the temperature measured for each area, the current It is possible to determine whether the storage of the object is appropriate. For example, if the average temperature in the storage space or the temperature of a specific area is simply measured and storage suitability is determined based on this, the accuracy of the determination may be reduced. The average temperature or the temperature of the central area may be above the standard threshold, but the temperature of the surface area may be below the standard threshold, which may be an environment in which microorganisms can proliferate. In other words, the storage device 1000 of the present invention serves to manage objects more accurately by more clearly understanding the microbial growth environment. For example, if even part of the object grows bacteria, the upcycled product (e.g., alternative flour) produced through the object may be fatal to the user's health and loses its value as a product, causing enormous human or material damage. can occur. As described above, the present invention can sense the temperature of various areas by utilizing a sensor electrode unit that performs multi-sensing, and by using this, the possibility of microbial growth or fungus development can be more accurately determined.

According to one embodiment, the sensor unit 110 may include a control unit that controls the functions of the sensor unit 110. The control unit can typically process the overall operation of the sensor unit 110. The control unit can provide or process appropriate information or functions to the user or user terminal by processing signals, data, and information input or output through the components discussed above, or by running an application program stored in the memory.

In various embodiments, the control unit may generate environmental information based on sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit 113 and control the display unit 112 and the lighting unit 114 based on the generated environmental information. .

In an embodiment, the control unit acquires surface sensing information of an object based on comparison between sensing information corresponding to each of a plurality of points, and obtains disposal information related to disposal of the object based on the point in time when the surface sensing information becomes less than a reference threshold. It can be characterized as generating.

Specifically, the control unit may obtain surface sensing information through comparison between a plurality of sensing information related to a plurality of areas of the object. For a specific example, as a result of comparison between a plurality of pieces of sensing information, the area corresponding to the highest temperature may be determined as the central area, and the area corresponding to the lowest temperature may be determined as the surface area. In this case, the control unit may generate disposal information related to disposal of the object based on whether sensing information corresponding to the surface area (i.e., surface sensing information) is less than a predetermined reference threshold. In an embodiment, the subject matter of the present invention may be malt, and the predetermined reference threshold may be 60°C. That is, if the surface sensing information is less than 60°C, the control unit may generate disposal information to discard the object because the temperature is not appropriate for storage of the object. In this case, the lighting unit 114 may turn on a red light based on the corresponding disposal information.

According to one embodiment, the reference threshold may vary depending on the type of object, capacity and humidity of the object. Accordingly, the control unit can set the initial threshold based on object type information corresponding to the stored object, and determine the reference threshold by assigning weight to the initial threshold based on the object's capacity information and humidity sensing information. there is.

For example, the control unit may identify the object as malt and set the initial threshold to 60°C. Here, the control unit may determine the standard threshold value to be 62°C by assigning weight to the initial threshold value as the capacity increases. As another example, the control unit may identify the object as malt and set the initial threshold to 60°C. Here, the control unit may identify that the humidity is less than the reference humidity (eg, 50%) and determine the reference threshold as 58°C by assigning an inverse weight to the initial threshold. The control unit may determine a reference threshold by setting different initial thresholds depending on the type of object and assigning different weights to each volume and humidity of the object. In other words, the accuracy of determining storage adequacy can be improved by more accurately calculating the standard threshold value that serves as the standard for determining storage adequacy using various variables. The specific numerical description of the capacity, humidity, and corresponding reference threshold of the above-mentioned object is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

In an additional embodiment, the controller may determine the surface area and the central area based on the change rate of each of the plurality of sensing information. For example, if the center and surface areas are simply specified through sensing information of each area measured at one point in time, there is a risk of errors occurring. For a specific example, immediately after an object is put into the storage unit 200, the temperature difference between the center and the surface may be small, and the temperature of the surface may actually be high. Additionally, the temperature for each region can be maintained for a certain period of time. Depending on this situation, errors may occur in the specification of the center and surface areas, and the obtained surface sensing information may be inaccurate. If surface sensing information is not accurately obtained, accuracy in the storage suitability judgment process will eventually decrease.

The present invention can determine the surface area and center area based on the temperature change rate for each area. Specifically, the controller may determine that the greater the temperature change rate, the closer to the surface area, and the smaller the temperature change rate, the closer to the center area. That is, the area showing the largest temperature change rate can be determined as the surface area, and the area showing the smallest temperature change rate can be determined as the central area. When the surface and central areas are determined in this way, errors that may occur for a certain period of time after the object is inserted into the storage unit 200 are prevented, and thus accuracy in determining storage suitability can be further improved.

In an embodiment, the control unit generates disposal prediction information related to the disposal point of the object based on sensing information about humidity and temperature for each point and the amount of change in each sensing information at each point, and determines whether to transmit the disposal prediction information to the user terminal. You can.

Specifically, the control unit may calculate prediction reference information based on surface sensing information and a reference threshold for each predetermined time point. Additionally, the control unit may generate discard prediction information based on the change rate of prediction reference information.

According to an embodiment, as the temperature of the object decreases over time, the surface sensing information of the object and the reference threshold may become closer to each other. In other words, the difference between surface sensing information and the threshold may gradually become smaller. For example, the surface temperature was 68°C at the first time point, but at the second time point after the first time point, the surface temperature may be 65°C, gradually getting closer to the reference threshold (eg, 60°C). A large rate of change in the difference between surface sensing information and the reference threshold (i.e., prediction reference information) may mean that the cooling speed is fast.

The control unit can generate disposal prediction information by predicting the time when the surface temperature of the object reaches the reference threshold (i.e., the time when the surface sensing information falls below the reference threshold) through the change rate of the prediction reference information. In a specific embodiment, disposal prediction information indicating that disposal of the object must be performed after 24 hours may be generated considering the rate of change in temperature up to the current point. The detailed numerical description of the above-mentioned disposal prediction time is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

The control unit can display the generated disposal prediction information on the display unit 112, and the user can check this to confirm the appropriate time for transport and storage of the object and determine the time of receipt. In other words, the arrival time of objects stored in each storage device can be determined through the disposal prediction information displayed on the display unit of each storage device, thereby improving user convenience in managing multiple objects.

In various embodiments, the sensor unit 110 is provided to extend in one direction from the sensor body unit 111, and is provided along the outer circumference of the sensor electrode unit 113, and the sensor unit 110 and the cover unit 120 ) When combined, it may include a blocking film 113a that is supported and compressed on one surface of the cover portion 120.

The blocking film 113a may be provided to surround the outer periphery of the sensor electrode unit 113, as shown in (a) of FIG. 10. In one embodiment, the blocking film 113a may be made of a material with elasticity and serves to protect the sensor electrode unit 113 in normal times. As the sensor electrode unit 113 of the present invention is provided to perform multi-sensing, it can be provided over a certain length. In addition, the sensor electrode unit 113 is provided with a thin thickness and inserted into the through hole 122b in order to minimize the movement of air between the inside and outside of the storage device 1000. That is, the sensor electrode unit 113 of the present invention may be thin and long, and may be vulnerable to damage due to impact. In particular, when the sensor unit 110 is not coupled to the cover unit 120, the sensor electrode unit 113 is exposed to the outside, and there is a risk that it may be damaged even by a small impact. Accordingly, the blocking film 113a made of an elastic material is provided to surround the outer peripheral surface of the sensor electrode unit 113, so that the blocking film 113a can be protected from external shocks that may occur in normal times.

In addition, as shown in (b) of FIG. 10, the blocking film 113a is formed when the sensor unit 110 is seated on the cover unit 120 (i.e., when the sensor electrode unit is inserted into the through hole). It may be supported and compressed on one surface of the cover part 120, that is, the upper surface of the through hole 122b. When the blocking film 113a is placed in the space between the sensor body 111 and the cover 120 in a compressed form, gas that may flow in through the through hole 122b can be blocked. In other words, it serves to block the movement of gas in the blocking film 113a so that the interior can be maintained in a vacuum state.

That is, the blocking film 113a normally serves to protect the outer surface of the sensor electrode unit 113, and when the sensor electrode unit 113 is provided to penetrate the through hole 122b, the through hole 122b is formed in a compressed form. The sealing force can be improved by wrapping the part (i.e., through hole). By improving the sealing ability using the barrier film 113a, contact with external air is minimized, and through this, insulation performance can be improved. Accordingly, microbial growth and decay can be prevented by minimizing temperature changes in objects stored therein.

In various embodiments, the storage device 1000 may perform an environmental control operation based on sensing information. In a specific embodiment, the storage device 1000 may change the temperature of the storage space based on whether the temperature of the object measured in real time is within a predetermined threshold range. For example, if the predetermined critical range is 62°C to 65°C, but the surface temperature sensed in real time corresponding to the object is 60°C, the storage space can be heated to increase the storage temperature of the object. The detailed description of changes in the storage environment of the above-mentioned object is only an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

Additionally, in an embodiment, when the storage device 1000 performs an environment control operation in response to the storage environment of an object, visual information for recognition may be output through the lighting unit 114. For example, when heating (i.e., temperature rise) is performed through the storage device 1000 in response to the storage environment, a red light (e.g., a color related to heating) may be turned on in the lighting unit 114. Additionally, for example, when cooling (i.e., temperature reduction) is performed through the storage device 1000 in response to the storage environment, blue lighting (e.g., a color related to cooling) may be turned on in the lighting unit 114. The detailed description of the lighting colors described above is merely an example, and the present invention is not limited thereto.

That is, environmental control operations for storing objects in optimal storage conditions can be automated through the storage device 1000, and visual recognition information is provided to the user through the lighting unit 114, thereby increasing user convenience. It can be.

According to various embodiments, the storage device 1000 may further include a heating unit that applies heat energy to the storage unit 200. Additionally, the storage device 1000 may further include a cooling unit that cools the storage unit 200. The heating unit and the cooling unit serve to change the temperature of the storage device as described above.

In additional embodiments, the storage device 1000 of the present invention may further include various means for adjusting the storage environment of the object as well as the temperature. For example, the storage device 1000 may further include a humidifying means and a dehumidifying means for adjusting the humidity of the storage space.

In another embodiment of the present invention, as shown in FIGS. 11 and 12, the insertion portion 122 may be provided in a diagonal direction rather than the upper surface of the cover portion 120, and accordingly, the sensor portion 110a Can be coupled in the diagonal direction of the cover portion 120. The sensor electrode unit 113 may be inserted in a diagonal direction obliquely with respect to the object stored therein. In this case, the end of the plurality of points corresponding to the length area of the sensor electrode part 113 (i.e., the end furthest from the sensor body part) senses the temperature related to the central area and is close to the sensor body part 111. As the temperature increases, the temperature closer to the surface area is sensed.

That is, the sensor unit 110a may be inserted in the diagonal direction of the cover unit 120 to measure parameters for a plurality of point areas. In other words, the sensor unit may be coupled to the storage unit 200 not only in a vertical direction but also in a diagonal direction. In an additional embodiment, the sensor unit may be coupled so that it can be inserted into the storage unit 200 in the horizontal direction. It is possible to obtain sensing information related to various areas of the object according to various coupling directions of the sensor unit.

Above, embodiments of the present invention have been described with reference to the attached drawings, but those skilled in the art will understand that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without changing its technical idea or essential features. You will be able to understand it. Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood in all respects as illustrative and not restrictive.

The specific implementations described in the present invention are examples and do not limit the scope of the present invention in any way. For the sake of brevity of the specification, descriptions of conventional electronic components, control systems, software, and other functional aspects of the systems may be omitted. In addition, the connections or connection members of lines between components shown in the drawings exemplify functional connections and/or physical or circuit connections, and in actual devices, various functional connections or physical connections may be replaced or added. Can be represented as connections, or circuit connections. Additionally, if there is no specific mention such as “essential,” “important,” etc., it may not be a necessary component for the application of the present invention.

It is to be understood that the specific order or hierarchy of steps in the processes presented is an example of illustrative approaches. It is to be understood that the specific order or hierarchy of steps in processes may be rearranged within the scope of the present invention, based on design priorities. The appended method claims present elements of the various steps in a sample order but are not meant to be limited to the particular order or hierarchy presented.

The description of the presented embodiments is provided to enable any person skilled in the art to make or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be applied to other embodiments without departing from the scope of the invention. Thus, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments presented herein, but is to be construed in the broadest scope consistent with the principles and novel features presented herein.

1000: storage device
100: Opening and closing member
110: sensor unit
111: Sensor body part
112: display unit
113: Sensor electrode unit
113a: barrier
114: lighting unit
120: cover part
121: Seating part
122: Insertion part
122a: Cut groove
122b: Through hole
122c: rear protrusion
123: Rubber part
124: inner groove
130: Guide unit
131: Guide body
132: Side guide part
133: Guide hole
200: storage unit
200a: inner wall
200b: exterior wall
210: insulation layer
220: Compression part
221: Compression hole
222: sealing part
300: fastening part
400: handle part
410: First handle part
420: Second handle part
500: moving part

Claims (5)

a storage unit forming an internal space where objects are stored;
An opening and closing member provided to be coupled to the storage unit;
A fastening part that fastens the storage part and the opening and closing member;
a handle that the user can hold; and
A moving unit provided on one side of the storage unit; Includes,
The opening and closing member is,
a cover portion that opens and closes the storage portion; and
A sensor unit that acquires sensing information corresponding to the object stored in the storage unit; Includes,
The cover part,
A seating portion provided in the shape of a groove of a certain depth so that the sensor portion is seated;
an insertion portion through which at least a portion of the sensor portion penetrates when the sensor portion is seated on the seating portion; and
a rubber portion having elastic force and provided along the circumference of the cover portion; Includes,
The sensor unit,
Sensor body part;
A display unit provided on one side of the sensor body unit to display the sensing information;
a lighting unit provided in one area of the sensor body unit;
A sensor electrode unit extending in one direction from the sensor body unit and provided through a predetermined length;
a control unit that generates environmental information based on sensing information obtained through the sensor electrode unit and controls the display unit and the lighting unit based on the environmental information; and
a blocking film extending in one direction from the sensor body and surrounding an outer circumference of the sensor electrode; Including,
An object storage device with improved temperature retention.
According to paragraph 1,
The cover part,
a guide portion mounted on the lower surface of the cover portion and including a guide hole of a predetermined diameter; It further includes,
The guide part,
Characterized in supporting at least a portion of the sensor unit inserted into the interior through the insertion unit,
An object storage device with improved temperature retention.
According to paragraph 1,
The insertion part,
It is characterized in that it is provided through a material with elastic force, and the gas inside the storage unit is discharged to the outside through pressure applied as at least a portion of the sensor unit is inserted.
An object storage device with improved temperature retention.
According to paragraph 3,
The insertion part,
a through hole through which at least a portion of the sensor unit passes;
a plurality of cut grooves provided on the outer peripheral surface of the through hole and formed in a direction away from the center of the through hole; and
A rear protrusion formed on one side opposite to the direction in which the sensor unit is inserted;
Including,
An object storage device with improved temperature retention.
According to paragraph 1,
The handle part,
A first handle provided on one side of the storage unit; and
a second handle provided on the other side of the storage unit;
Includes,
At least one of the first handle portion and the second handle portion is provided to be extendable from the storage portion,
An object storage device with improved temperature retention.

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