KR102735973B1 - Counting system including portable counting apparatus using artificial intelligence and counting method using the same - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to a counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence and a counting method using the same, capable of determining the number of objects located in a region of interest even when power is not supplied. According to the present invention, the counting system including the portable counting device using artificial intelligence comprises: at least one counter extracting information on the number of objects preset in response to a preset region of interest in a counting mode; a server receiving information on the number of the objects from the at least one counter; and a host terminal corresponding to a host user. The at least one counter transmits a setting image photographed in a setting mode to the server, and the server can transmit the setting image to the host terminal.

Description

COUNTING SYSTEM INCLUDING PORTABLE COUNTING APPARATUS USING ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND COUNTING METHOD USING THE SAME

The present invention relates to a counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence and a counting method using the same.

More specifically, the present invention relates to a counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence capable of determining the number of objects located in a region of interest even in a situation where power is not supplied, and a counting method using the same.

These days, disasters occur frequently due to typhoons, floods, earthquakes, and large-scale forest fires.

In case of a disaster, you can take refuge in a designated shelter.

In order to manage shelters efficiently, it is necessary to accurately determine the number of people, vehicles, etc. currently staying at the shelter.

In the past, statistical methods were used to infer the total number of people by counting the number of people directly or extracting a sample from a gathered crowd and counting the number of people in that sample.

This method has the problem that it requires a lot of labor cost when using manpower and it takes an excessively long time to detect the number of people in the crowd.

As a prior art for solving these problems, Korean Patent Publication No. 10-1377394 [Document 1] (Title of invention: Store visitor customer counting system using stereo cameras) (Registration date: March 17, 2014) discloses a technical configuration for counting the number of people in a store using stereo cameras installed in the store.

However, the technology according to Document 1 has the problem that it is difficult to apply in disaster situations where power is not supplied or in outdoor environments rather than indoors.

[Document 1] Republic of Korea Patent Publication No. 10-1377394

The purpose of the present invention is to provide a portable counting device using artificial intelligence for determining the number of objects located in an area of interest in a disaster situation where power is not supplied, a counting system including the same, and a counting method using the same.

Another purpose of the present invention is to provide a portable counting device using artificial intelligence for determining the number of objects located in a region of interest in an outdoor environment with insufficient infrastructure, a counting system including the same, and a counting method using the same.

Another purpose of the present invention is to provide a portable counting device using artificial intelligence for determining the number of objects corresponding to a shelter in a disaster situation, a counting system including the same, and a counting method using the same.

A portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention comprises: a tripod; a camera module disposed on the tripod and capturing an image for a preset region of interest; a driving unit analyzing the image captured by the camera module and counting the number of objects located in the region of interest; a wireless communication module transmitting information on the number of counted objects to a server; and a power supply unit supplying power required to drive the camera module, the driving unit, and the wireless communication module; wherein the total height of the tripod is higher than or equal to a preset reference height, and the power supply unit may include a solar cell part for generating power using solar energy; and a battery part for storing power generated by the solar cell part.

The above wireless communication module can be placed on the tripod.

The case part may further include a battery part, and the case part may include a portable carrier.

The case may be equipped with a waterproof function. In this case, the normal counting function can be performed even in situations such as rain.

The above driving unit can be placed within the case. In this case, the weight of the camera module can be reduced.

The driving unit can be integrated with the camera module. In this case, the configuration can be simplified.

The case portion further includes at least one hole, and a first power line electrically connecting the battery portion and the solar cell portion and a second power line electrically connecting the battery portion and the camera module can pass through the hole.

The case portion may include a main body portion and a cover portion covering the main body portion.

At least one hole can be formed in a side wall of the main body.

Normal operation is possible even when the case is closed. In this case, contamination by water or foreign substances and malfunction can be prevented.

The above tripod part may include a vertical column part including a portion extending in a vertical direction; a plurality of leg parts supporting the vertical column part; a mounting part located at an upper end of the vertical column part and on which the camera module is placed; an angle adjusting part that swings the mounting part in the vertical direction to adjust a vertical angle of the mounting part; and a rotating part that rotates the mounting part in a horizontal direction to adjust a horizontal angle of the mounting part.

The camera module can be firmly and stably connected to the stand.

The above tripod part may further include a horizontal reinforcing part that connects and reinforces adjacent leg parts.

The above vertical column portion may include a plurality of sub-columns including a portion extending in the vertical direction; and at least one reinforcing plate portion including a plurality of column holes through which each of the sub-columns passes.

The wireless communication module can be placed on the reinforcing plate.

The solar cell part includes a plurality of solar plates including a plurality of solar cells; and a bag part including individual receiving portions for receiving each of the solar plates; the plurality of individual receiving portions are connected to each other, the plurality of individual receiving portions have one side open, the individual receiving portions include a front part; and a rear part opposite to the front part; the light transmittance of the front part is greater than the light transmittance of the rear part, and the solar plate can be positioned between the front part and the rear part.

The above front part may include a transparent resin material.

The bag section includes a first individual receiving section, a second individual receiving section, a third individual receiving section, and a fourth individual receiving section, wherein first and second sides of the first, second, third, and fourth individual receiving sections are opposite to each other, the second side of the first individual receiving section is foldably connected to the first side of the second individual receiving section, the second side of the second individual receiving section is foldably connected to the first side of the third individual receiving section, and the second side of the third individual receiving section is foldably connected to the first side of the fourth individual receiving section.

A pocket portion for accommodating a first power line (PL1) is arranged on the rear surface of the second individual receiving portion or the third individual receiving portion, and a first hole (First Hole) is formed on the rear surface of the second individual receiving portion or the third individual receiving portion at a position corresponding to the pocket portion, and the first power line can electrically connect the battery portion and the solar cell portion by penetrating the first hole.

A first disconnecting unit may be arranged at the rear end of the second individual receiving unit, and a second disconnecting unit coupled to the first disconnecting unit may be arranged at the rear end of the third individual receiving unit.

In a state where the first and second restraint units are combined, the first individual receiving unit, the second individual receiving unit, the third individual receiving unit, and the fourth individual receiving unit may be folded so as to overlap.

A pedestal may be arranged on the rear surface of at least one of the first individual receiving portion, the second individual receiving portion, the third individual receiving portion and the fourth individual receiving portion.

A counting system using a portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention comprises: at least one counter extracting information on the number of preset objects corresponding to a preset region of interest in a counting mode; a server receiving information on the number of objects from at least one counter; and a host terminal corresponding to a host user; wherein at least one counter transmits a setting image captured in a setting mode to the server, and the server can transmit the setting image to the host terminal.

The above counter may include a tripod; a camera module disposed on the tripod and configured to capture an image of the region of interest; a driving unit configured to analyze the image captured by the camera module and count the number of objects located in the region of interest; a wireless communication module configured to transmit information on the number of counted objects to the server; and a power supply unit configured to supply power required to drive the camera module, the driving unit, and the wireless communication module; wherein the total height of the tripod may be higher than or equal to a preset reference height, and the power supply unit may include a solar cell part configured to generate power using solar energy; and a battery part configured to store power generated by the solar cell part.

The host terminal may transmit setting completion information on the shooting angle of the camera module to the server in response to the setting image received from the server, and the server may terminate the setting mode and enter the counting mode in response to the setting completion information received from the host terminal.

The system further includes a guest terminal corresponding to a guest user, and in the counting mode, the server can transmit information on the number of targets received from at least one counter to at least one guest terminal.

A counting method using a portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention may include the steps of: transmitting a setting image captured by at least one counter to a server in a setting mode; transmitting the setting image to a host terminal corresponding to a host user; transmitting, by the host terminal, setting completion information on a shooting angle of a camera module included in the counter to the server in response to the setting image; terminating the setting mode and entering a counting mode in response to the setting completion information; extracting information on the number of objects preset in response to a preset region of interest by the counter in the counting mode; and transmitting information on the number of objects extracted by the counter to the server.

A portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention, a counting system including the same, and a counting method using the same have the effect of easily and precisely determining the number of objects located in a region of interest even in a situation where power is not supplied.

A portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention, a counting system including the same, and a counting method using the same have the effect of easily and precisely determining the number of objects located in an area of interest even in an outdoor environment where infrastructure is insufficient.

FIG. 1 is a drawing for explaining the configuration of a counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention.
FIGS. 2 and 3 are drawings for schematically explaining the configuration of a portable counting device using artificial intelligence of the present invention.
Figures 4 to 18 are drawings for explaining a tripod and its related parts.
Figures 19 to 29 are drawings for explaining the power supply unit and its related parts.
Figures 30 to 45 are drawings for explaining the case portion and its related parts.
Figures 46 to 52 are drawings for explaining the setting mode and its related parts.
Figures 53 to 60 are drawings for explaining the counting mode and its related parts.

Hereinafter, with reference to the attached drawings, a portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention, a counting system including the same, and a counting method using the same will be described in detail.

The present invention can have various modifications and various embodiments, and specific embodiments are illustrated in the drawings and described in detail in the detailed description. This is not intended to limit the present invention to specific embodiments, but can be understood to include all modifications, equivalents, or substitutes included in the spirit and technical scope of the present invention.

In describing the present invention, the terms first, second, etc. may be used to describe various components, but the components may not be limited by the terms. The terms may only be used for the purpose of distinguishing one component from another. For example, without departing from the scope of the present invention, the first component may be referred to as the second component, and similarly, the second component may also be referred to as the first component.

The term "and/or" may include any combination of multiple related listed items or any one of multiple related listed items.

When a component is referred to as being "connected" or "connected" to another component, it can be understood that it may be directly connected or connected to that other component, but there may also be other components in between. On the other hand, when a component is referred to as being "directly connected" or "directly connected" to another component, it can be understood that there are no other components in between.

The terminology used in this document is only used to describe specific embodiments and is not intended to limit the present invention. Singular expressions may include plural expressions unless the context clearly indicates otherwise.

In this document, the terms "include" or "have" and the like are intended to specify the presence of a feature, number, step, operation, component, part or combination thereof described in the specification, but can be understood to not exclude in advance the possibility of the presence or addition of one or more other features, numbers, steps, operations, components, parts or combinations thereof.

Unless otherwise defined, all terms used herein, including technical or scientific terms, have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which the present invention belongs. Terms defined in commonly used dictionaries, such as those defined in common dictionaries, may be interpreted as having a meaning consistent with the meaning they have in the context of the relevant art, and may not be interpreted in an idealized or overly formal sense, unless explicitly defined in this application.

In addition, the embodiments disclosed in this document are provided to more completely explain to a person having average knowledge in the art, and the shapes and sizes of elements in the drawings may be exaggerated for a clearer explanation.

In describing the present invention in this document, if it is determined that a detailed description of a related known function or configuration may unnecessarily obscure the gist of the present invention, the detailed description may be omitted.

The various embodiments described in this document may be implemented in a recording medium readable by a computer or similar device using software, hardware, or a combination thereof.

In terms of hardware implementation, embodiments of the present invention can be implemented using at least one of ASICs (application specific integrated circuits), DSPs (digital signal processors), DSPDs (digital signal processing devices), PLDs (programmable logic devices), FPGAs (field programmable gate arrays), processors, controllers, micro-controllers, microprocessors, and electrical units for performing functions.

Meanwhile, in a software implementation, embodiments such as procedures or functions in the present invention may be implemented together with a separate software module that performs at least one function or operation.

FIG. 1 is a drawing for explaining the configuration of a counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention.

Referring to FIG. 1, a counting system (10S) including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence according to the present invention (hereinafter, referred to as a “counting system”) may include at least one counter (1) (or portable counting device), a server (Server, 2), and a terminal corresponding to at least one host user, i.e., a host terminal (Host Terminal, 3).

Here, the host user may include a user who installs or manages the counter (1). Considering this, the host user can be said to be a user corresponding to the counter (1).

The counting system (10S) according to the present invention may include a terminal corresponding to at least one guest user, i.e., a guest terminal (Guest Terminal, 4).

Here, a guest user can be said to be a user who wants to use the information collected by the counter (1).

Alternatively, a guest user may also be referred to as a user connected to the server (3).

The number of guest terminals (4) corresponding to the server (3) may be greater than the number of host terminals (3).

The counter (1) can extract information on the number of preset objects corresponding to a preset region of interest (ROI) in counting mode.

Here, the subject may include at least one of a person or a vehicle.

For example, subjects can be divided into adults and children, and into passenger vehicles and large vehicles.

The region of interest (ROI) may correspond to a shelter (refuge) where people and/or vehicles can take refuge in a disaster situation.

The counter (1) can transmit extracted information, for example, information on the number of objects located in a region of interest (ROI), to the server (2).

The counter (1) can transmit the setting image captured in the setting mode before the counting mode to the server (3).

The server (3) can transmit a setting image received from at least one counter (1) to the host terminal (3).

The server (3) can collect, classify and store information on the number of objects located in a region of interest (ROI) transmitted from at least one counter (1).

In addition, the server (3) can transmit the collected and classified information to at least one guest terminal (4).

The counter (1) can produce the necessary power by using the power supply unit (50, not shown) that it contains without being supplied with power from an external source. In detail, the power supply unit (50, not shown) of the counter (1) can produce power by using solar energy.

Accordingly, the counter (1) can determine the number of objects located in the area of interest even when no power is supplied.

In addition, the counter (1) can determine the number of objects located in the area of interest even in an outdoor environment with insufficient infrastructure.

In addition, the counter (1) can be easily portable. Accordingly, the counter (1) can be called a portable counting device (1).

The counting system (10S) according to the present invention may be preferably applied to disaster situations such as typhoons, floods, large-scale fires, and earthquakes.

In the event of a disaster such as a typhoon, flood, large-scale fire, or earthquake, there is a high possibility that normal power supply may not be possible.

Additionally, in disaster situations, there may be a high possibility of infrastructure loss.

Considering this, in disaster situations such as typhoons, floods, large-scale fires, and earthquakes, it may be desirable to use a counting system (10S) including a counter (1) that is easy to carry, can supply necessary power using a battery even when power is not supplied, and can also charge the battery using solar energy.

Each part of the counting system (10S) according to the present invention will be described in detail below.

Figures 2 and 3 are drawings for schematically explaining the configuration of a portable counting device using artificial intelligence of the present invention. In the following, a description of parts described in detail above may be omitted.

Referring to FIG. 2, a portable counting device (1) using artificial intelligence according to the present invention (hereinafter referred to as a 'counter' or 'counting device') may include a tripod (10), a camera module (20), a driving unit (30), a wireless communication module (40), and a power supply unit (50).

Since the components illustrated in Fig. 2 are not essential, it is also possible to implement a counter (1) having more or fewer components.

The tripod (10) can support the camera module (20).

The tripod (10) may be height-adjustable.

In addition, the tripod part (10) can be reduced to a sufficiently small height and volume. Accordingly, it may be possible to easily carry the tripod part (10).

As its name suggests, it is preferable that the tripod part (10) has three legs. However, in the present invention, the tripod part (10) may not be limited to three legs. For example, the tripod part (10) may have various legs, such as four or five. In the present invention, the tripod part (10) may have any shape as long as it can support the camera module (20).

The camera module (20) can capture images for a preset region of interest (ROI).

Preferably, the camera module (20) can capture an image of the region of interest (ROI) from a sufficiently high position.

For this purpose, the camera module (20) can be placed at the upper end of the tripod (10).

The driving unit (30) can receive the image captured by the camera module (20) from the camera module (20).

The driving unit (30) can analyze the image captured by the camera module (20) and count the number of objects located in the region of interest (ROI).

Preferably, the driving unit (30) can use artificial intelligence to analyze the image captured by the camera module (20) to determine the type of object located in the region of interest (ROI) and count the number of determined objects. Here, the type of object can include a person and/or a vehicle.

In addition, the driving unit (30) can count the number of objects entering or leaving a preset shelter in a disaster situation.

In addition, the driving unit (30) can determine the number of objects currently located in the shelter based on the counted information.

The wireless communication module (40) can transmit information about the number of counted objects to the server (2).

The power supply unit (50) can supply power required to drive at least one of the camera module (20), the driving unit (30), the tripod (10), or the wireless communication module (40).

The power supply unit (50) is not shown, but can produce and supply electricity using solar energy.

In Fig. 2, the power supply line (power line) supplied by the power supply unit (50) is indicated by a dotted line.

In Fig. 2, the driving unit (30) and the wireless communication module (40) are shown as being separate from the camera module (20), but the present invention may not be limited to this.

For example, at least one of the driving unit (30) or the wireless communication module (40) may be incorporated into the camera module (20). In this case, at least one of the driving unit (30) or the wireless communication module (40) may be located at the upper end of the tripod unit (10).

The logical configuration of the counter (1) and the driving unit (30) can be as shown in Fig. 3.

Looking at Figure 3, the driving unit (30) may include a control unit (300), an image analysis unit (310), a target determination unit (320), a counting unit (330), a first interface unit (340), and a memory unit (350).

The control unit (300) can control the overall function of the driving unit (30) and/or the counter (1).

For example, the control unit (300) can control power production and power supply of the power supply unit (40).

The control unit (300) can control wireless communication of the wireless communication module (40).

The control unit (300) can control video recording of the camera module (20).

The control unit (300) can control the shooting angle adjustment of the tripod unit (10).

The image analysis unit (310) can analyze the image captured by the camera module (20) using artificial intelligence under the control of the control unit (300).

The target determination unit (320) can determine objects such as people and vehicles from images captured by the camera module (20) using artificial intelligence under the control of the control unit (300).

The counting unit (330) can count the number of targets determined by the target determination unit (320) under the control of the control unit (300).

The first interface unit (340) can provide a passage for connection between the driving unit (30) and another device.

For example, a user can install a predetermined program into the driving unit (30) through the first interface unit (340).

The memory unit (350) can store various programs and data required for driving the driving unit (30) and/or the counter (1) under the control of the control unit (300).

Below, the tripod part (10) will be described in more detail.

Figures 4 to 18 are drawings for explaining the tripod and its related parts. Hereinafter, a description of the parts described in detail above may be omitted.

Hereinafter, the first direction (DR1) may intersect (be perpendicular to) the second direction (DR2) and the third direction (DR3), and the second direction (DR2) may intersect (be perpendicular to) the third direction (DR3).

Here, the first direction (DR1) and the second direction (DR2) can be collectively referred to as the horizontal direction (DRH).

Additionally, the third direction (DR3) can be called the vertical direction (DRV).

Looking at Figure 4, the tripod part (10) may include a vertical column part (100), a plurality of leg parts (110), a support part (120), an angle adjustment part (130), and a rotation part (140).

The vertical column portion (100) may include a portion extending in the vertical direction (DRV).

A plurality of bridge members (110) can support a vertical column member (100).

It can be located at the bottom of the vertical column (100) of the plurality of bridge parts (110).

According to the expression 'triangle' in the tripod part (10), it may be desirable to have three leg parts (110).

However, under the condition that the leg portion (110) can stably support the vertical column portion (100), the number of leg portions (110) can be changed to various values such as 4 or 5.

The tripod part (10) may further include a horizontal reinforcement part (112).

The horizontal reinforcement member (112) can be reinforced by connecting adjacent leg members (110).

The tripod part (10) may further include a joint part (111).

At least one leg portion (110) can be connected to a joint portion (111).

The joint part (111) can be located at the bottom of the mounting part (120).

From another perspective, the joint portion (111) may be located between the upper end and the lower end of the vertical column portion (100).

The joint portion (111) can be connected to the vertical column portion (100).

Considering this, it can also be seen that the leg part (110) and the vertical column part (100) are connected at the joint part (111).

The support member (120) may be located at the upper end of the vertical column member (100).

The camera module (20) can be firmly and stably placed on the stand (120). For this purpose, the camera module (20) can be connected to the stand (120).

The mounting portion (120) can be said to be a part for mounting the camera module (20).

The mounting portion (120) may include a flat surface to support the camera module (20).

When the camera module (20) is placed on the mounting portion (120) at the upper end of the vertical column (100), the camera module (20) can capture images over a sufficiently wide range. Accordingly, the counting efficiency can be improved.

It may be desirable to set the overall height (D1) of the tripod part (10) sufficiently high to sufficiently secure the shooting range of the camera module (20). Preferably, the overall height (D1) of the tripod part (10) may be higher than or equal to a preset reference height.

Here, the reference height can be approximately 2 to 3 meters (meters).

Preferably, the total height (D1) of the tripod part (10) is 2 m (meters) or more, and more preferably, the total height (D1) of the tripod part (10) can be 3 m (meters) or more.

The angle adjustment unit (130) can adjust the vertical angle of the mounting unit (120) by swinging the mounting unit (120) in the vertical direction (DRV), as shown in FIG. 5.

Considering that the camera module (20) is placed on the mounting part (120), the angle adjustment part (130) can be seen as adjusting the vertical shooting angle of the camera module (20).

The angle adjustment part (130) may include a first handle part (131) for manually adjusting the vertical angle of the mounting part (120).

As shown in Fig. 6, the rotating part (140) can adjust the horizontal angle of the mounting part (120) by rotating the mounting part (120) in the horizontal direction (DRH).

Considering that the camera module (20) is placed on the mounting part (120), the rotating part (140) can be seen as adjusting the horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20).

The rotating part (140) may include a second handle part (141) for manually adjusting the horizontal angle of the mounting part (120).

Meanwhile, the angle adjustment unit (130) and the rotation unit (140) can be automatically driven.

To this end, as shown in FIGS. 7 and 8, the angle adjustment unit (130) may include an angle adjustment motor (132), and the rotation unit (140) may include a rotation motor (142).

The angle adjustment motor (132) can automatically adjust the vertical angle of the mounting part (120) by rotating under the control of the control part (300) of the driving part (30).

The rotary motor (142) can automatically adjust the horizontal angle of the mounting part (120) by rotating under the control of the control part (300) of the driving part (30).

The mounting portion (120) may include at least one first fastening hole (FH1) for connecting the camera module (20).

In this way, when the angle adjustment unit (130) includes an angle adjustment motor (132) and the rotation unit (140) includes a rotation motor (142), as shown in FIG. 8, the tripod unit (10) may further include a second interface unit (150) that provides a passage for transmitting a control signal to the angle adjustment motor (132) and/or the rotation motor (142).

Referring to FIG. 9, the camera module (20) may include a camera body part (Camera Body Part, 21) and a camera cover part (Camera Cover Part, 22).

The camera cover part (22) can cover and protect the camera body part (21).

The camera cover part (22) can prevent or suppress water, such as snow or rain, from penetrating into the camera body part (21).

The camera cover part (22) may include at least one second fastening hole (FH2) corresponding to the first fastening hole (FH1) of the mounting part (120).

Here, a fastening means (FM) such as a screw or bolt can pass through the first fastening hole (FH1) and the second fastening hole (FH2) to connect the camera module (20) to the mounting part (120).

The camera cover part (22) may include a resin material or a plastic material. In this case, the overall weight of the camera module (20) can be reduced.

The camera body part (21) may include a camera part (Camera Part, 200), a middle connector part (Middle Connector Part, 210), a third interface part (220), and a first power port (230).

The camera unit (200) can capture video.

The middle connector part (210) can electrically connect the camera body part (21) and the tripod part (10).

In detail, the intermediate connector portion (210) can be electrically connected to the camera body portion (21) by the intermediate cable portion (211).

In addition, the middle connector part (210) can be connected to the second interface part (150) of the tripod part (10).

Power can be supplied from the camera body (21) to the tripod (10) by the intermediate cable portion (211) and the intermediate connector portion (210).

In addition, the camera body part (21) can transmit a vertical control signal to automatically adjust the vertical angle of the stand part (120) to the angle adjustment motor (132) of the angle adjustment part (130) of the tripod part (10) through the middle cable part (211) and the middle connector part (210).

In addition, the camera body part (21) can transmit a horizontal control signal to automatically adjust the horizontal angle of the stand part (120) to the rotation motor (142) of the rotation part (140) of the tripod part (10) through the middle cable part (211) and the middle connector part (210).

The process of adjusting the vertical angle of the mounting portion (120) by the angle adjustment motor (132) and the process of adjusting the horizontal angle of the mounting portion (120) by the rotation motor (142) can be initially performed in the setting mode. The setting mode will be described in detail later.

In addition, the data amount of the vertical control signal for adjusting the vertical angle of the mounting part (120) and the horizontal control signal for adjusting the horizontal angle of the mounting part (120) may be relatively small.

In addition, it may be desirable for the angle adjustment motor (132) and the rotation motor (142) to be driven while the camera module (20) is mounted on the mounting portion (120).

Considering this, it may be desirable for the angle adjustment motor (132) and the rotation motor (142) of the tripod part (10) to receive the necessary power, vertical control signal, and horizontal control signal from the camera module (20) rather than directly from the driving part (30). In this case, it may be advantageous to simplify the configuration of the counter (1) according to the present invention.

The third interface unit (220) of the camera body unit (200) can provide a passage for receiving a camera control signal for driving the camera body unit (200) from the driving unit (30).

In addition, the camera body (200) can transmit the captured image to the driving unit (30) through the third interface unit (220).

The camera body (200) can receive a vertical control signal for adjusting the vertical angle of the mounting unit (120) and a horizontal control signal for adjusting the horizontal angle of the mounting unit (120) from the driving unit (30) through the third interface unit (220).

In addition, the camera body (200) can transmit a vertical control signal for adjusting the vertical angle of the mounting unit (120) and/or a horizontal control signal for adjusting the horizontal angle of the mounting unit (120) received from the driving unit (30) to the angle adjustment motor (132) and/or the rotation motor (142) through the intermediate cable unit (211) and the intermediate connector unit (210).

The camera body (200) can receive power required to drive the camera body (200), angle adjustment motor (132), and rotation motor (142) from the power supply unit (50) through the first power port (230).

In addition, the camera body (200) can transmit power supplied from the power supply unit (50) to the angle adjustment motor (132) and/or the rotation motor (142) through the intermediate cable unit (211) and the intermediate connector unit (210).

The camera module (20), preferably the camera body (200), can capture images for a sufficiently long time in counting mode. The counting mode will be described in detail later.

Accordingly, it may be desirable for the camera module (20) to receive power stably from the power supply unit (50).

Looking at Figure 10, the vertical column (100) may include a plurality of sub-columns (101).

The plurality of sub-columns (101) may include a portion extending in the vertical direction (DRV).

In addition, the vertical column portion (100) may include at least one reinforcing plate portion (102).

The reinforcing plate section (102) can improve the supporting capacity of the vertical column section (100) by connecting multiple sub-columns (101).

The reinforcing plate portion (102) may include a plurality of column holes (103) through which each sub-column (101) passes.

From another perspective, the vertical column portion (100) can pass through the reinforcing plate portion (102).

The reinforcing plate portion (102) can be located between the joint portion (111) and the upper end of the vertical column portion (100).

From another perspective, the reinforcing plate portion (102) can be located between the joint portion (111) and the mounting portion (120).

The wireless communication module (40) can be located at the bottom of the mounting portion (120).

For example, as shown in Fig. 11, the wireless communication module (40) may be located in the reinforcing plate portion (102).

In this case, it is possible to avoid placing excessive weight burden on the vertical column (100). Accordingly, shaking of the camera module (20) located on the mounting portion (120) at the upper end of the vertical column (100) can be suppressed or prevented.

In addition, the wireless communication module (40) can be positioned sufficiently high on the tripod (10).

If the weight placed on the upper end of the tripod (10) is excessively large, the vertical column (100) may bend excessively. In this case, the camera module (20) may not be able to capture images smoothly.

Considering this, it is possible to suppress the bending of the vertical column part (100) while raising the vertical position of the wireless communication module (40) by placing the wireless communication module (40) on the reinforcing plate part (102).

As shown in (A) and (B) of FIG. 12, the width (D2) of the reinforcing plate (102) in the longitudinal direction (DRL) may be larger than the width (D3) in the width direction (DRW) in order to support the wireless communication module (40).

Here, the longitudinal direction (DRL) and the width direction (DRW) are arbitrarily set to help understand the reinforcing plate portion (102).

The longitudinal direction (DRL) and the width direction (DRW) can be considered as parts of the horizontal direction (DRH).

The reinforcing plate part (102) may further include a holder part (104) for fixing the wireless communication module (40).

A plurality of pillar holes (103) can be formed in the first region (AR1) of the reinforcing plate portion (102).

A holder portion (104) can be placed in a second region (AR2) adjacent to the first region (AR1) in the longitudinal direction (DRL).

The holder portion (104) may include a first sub-holder (104a) and a second sub-holder (104b).

The first sub-holder (104a) and the second sub-holder (104b) can be adjacent to each other in the longitudinal direction (DRL).

Additionally, the first sub-holder (104a) and the second sub-holder (104b) may include a portion extending in the width direction (DRW).

The first sub-holder (104a) may include a first vertical portion (104a1) and a first horizontal portion (104a2).

The first vertical portion (104a1) includes a portion extending in the vertical direction (DRV) and can be connected to the main body of the reinforcing plate portion (102).

It may include a portion extending from the end of the first horizontal portion (104a2) in the longitudinal direction (DRL) toward the second sub-holder (104b).

The second sub-holder (104b) may include a second vertical portion (104b1) and a second horizontal portion (104b2).

The second vertical portion (104b1) includes a portion extending in the vertical direction (DRV) and can be connected to the main body of the reinforcing plate portion (102).

It may include a portion extending from the end of the second horizontal portion (104b2) in the longitudinal direction (DRL) toward the first sub-holder (104a).

The first sub-holder (104a) and the second sub-holder (104b) may be of rail type.

The thickness (D4) of the main body of the reinforcing plate portion (102) in the vertical direction (DRV) may be smaller than the width (D3) of the reinforcing plate portion (102) in the width direction (DRW).

Looking at Fig. 13, the wireless communication module (40) can be connected to the holder part (104).

To this end, the wireless communication module (40) may include a first protrusion (410) and a second protrusion (411) that protrude in the longitudinal direction (DRL).

The first protrusion (410) and the second protrusion (411) can protrude in opposite directions.

Here, the first protrusion (410) may correspond to the space between the first vertical portion (104a1) and the first horizontal portion (104a2) of the first sub-holder (104a).

In addition, the second protrusion (411) may correspond to the space between the second vertical portion (104b1) and the second horizontal portion (104b2) of the second sub-holder (104b).

From another perspective, the wireless communication module (40) can be connected to the first sub-holder (104a) and the second sub-holder (104b) in a sliding manner.

Accordingly, the wireless communication module (40) can be stably placed on the reinforcing plate portion (102).

Looking at Fig. 14, the first region (AR1) and the second region (AR2) of the reinforcing plate portion (102) can intersect at a predetermined angle.

For example, the first region (AR1) and the second region (AR2) of the reinforcing plate portion (102) can be orthogonal to each other.

Preferably, the second region (AR2) of the reinforcing plate portion (102) can extend in the vertical direction (DRV) from the end of the first region (AR1).

In this case, as shown in Fig. 15, the bottom of the wireless communication module (40) can be connected to the holder part (104) in a form facing the first area (AR1) of the reinforcing plate part (102).

In this case, it is possible to prevent the horizontal direction (DRH) size of the counter (1) from increasing excessively.

From another perspective, the reinforcing plate portion (102) may have a bent ‘ㄱ’ type shape.

As shown in Fig. 16, the reinforcing plate portion (102) can be applied not only when the vertical column portion (100) includes a plurality of sub-columns (101), but also when the vertical column portion (100) is of a single column type.

In this case, an integrated pillar hole (103C) can be formed in the first region (AR1) of the reinforcing plate portion (102).

The vertical column part (100) can pass through the integrated column hole (103C).

In the case of Fig. 16, it can be seen that the reinforcing plate part (102) is installed on the vertical column part (100) to support the wireless communication module (40).

Looking at Fig. 17, it is possible for a wireless communication module (40) to be placed in the joint portion (111).

In this case, the joint portion (111) may include a second region (AR2).

In addition, a holder part (104) for supporting a wireless communication module (40) may be placed in the second area (AR2) of the joint part (111).

From another perspective, the joint portion (111) may include a base portion (111a) and an extension portion (111b).

The leg part (110) and the vertical column part (100) can be connected at the base part (111a) of the joint part (111).

At least one leg part (110) can be connected to the base part (111a).

Additionally, the vertical column portion (100) can be connected to the base portion (111a).

The extension portion (111b) can be connected to the joint portion (111a).

Here, the base portion (111a) may correspond to the first region (AR1) of the reinforcing plate portion (102), and the extension portion (111b) may correspond to the second region (AR2) of the reinforcing plate portion (102).

Looking at Figure 18, the extension portion (111b) of the joint portion (111) can intersect (or be perpendicular) to the base portion (111a).

In this case, a wireless communication module (40) can be placed in the extended portion (111b) of the joint portion (111).

Below, the power supply unit (50) will be described in detail.

Figures 19 to 29 are drawings for explaining the power supply unit and its related parts. Hereinafter, a description of the parts described in detail above may be omitted.

Looking at (A) and (B) of FIG. 19, the power supply unit (50) may include a solar cell part (500) and a battery part (510).

The solar cell unit (500) can produce electricity using solar energy.

The battery unit (510) can store electricity produced by the solar cell unit.

In addition, the battery unit (510) can supply stored power to the tripod unit (10), camera module (20), driving unit (30), and/or wireless communication module (40).

As shown in (B) of FIG. 19, the solar cell unit (500) may include a plurality of solar plates (solar plates, 501) including a plurality of solar cells.

Multiple solar panels (501) can each generate electricity using incident sunlight.

Since the technology of generating electricity using solar energy is already a widely known technology, further detailed description of the solar panel (501) will be omitted.

The solar plate (501) may include a first solar plate (501a), a second solar plate (501b), a third solar plate (501c), and a fourth solar plate (501d).

The power generated by the solar panels (501, 501a, 501b, 501c, 501d) is supplied to the battery unit (510) through the first power line (PL1), and the battery unit (510) can be charged.

Here, when the number of solar panels (501) is sufficiently large, the number of first power lines (PL1) can also increase. For example, the number of first power lines (PL1) can be plural.

Preferably, the first power line (PL1) may include a 1-1 power line (PL1a) and a 1-2 power line (PL1b).

The first-first power line (PL1a) can transmit power generated by the first solar panel (501a) and/or the second solar panel (501b) to the battery unit (510).

The 1-2 power line (PL1b) can transmit power generated by the 3rd solar plate (501c) and/or the 4th solar plate (501d) to the battery unit (510).

Of course, it is also possible to have only one power line (PL1).

The solar cell unit (500) may further include a bag unit (502) that accommodates a plurality of solar panels (501).

The bag section (502) may include individual receiving sections (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) for receiving each solar plate (501), as shown in FIGS. 20 and 21.

Each individual receptacle (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) can have one end open and the other end closed.

The solar panel (501) can be inserted into one side of the individual receiving portions (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4).

Each individual receiving portion (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) may include a front part (Front Part, FP) and a rear part (Rear Part, RP) opposite to the front part (FP).

An accommodation space (AS) can be provided between the front part (FP) and the rear part (RP).

The solar panel (501) can be located in the accommodation space (AS) between the front panel (FP) and the rear panel (RP).

The light transmittance of the front side (FP) can be greater than that of the back side (RP). From another perspective, the transparency of the front side (FP) can be greater than that of the back side (RP).

The front portion (FP) may include a transparent resin material.

The rear part (RP) may include a fabric material.

A plurality of individual receiving sections (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) of the bag section (502) can be connected to each other.

For example, the bag section (502) may include a first individual receiving section (502a1), a second individual receiving section (502a2), a third individual receiving section (502a3), and a fourth individual receiving section (502a4).

The first individual receiving portion (502a1), the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the third individual receiving portion (502a3), and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) may include a first side (S1) and a second side (S2) opposite to the first side (S1).

Here, the second side (S2) of the first individual receiving portion (502a1) can be foldably connected to the first side (S2) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2).

The second side (S2) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2) can be foldably connected to the first side (S1) of the third individual receiving portion (502a3).

Additionally, the second side (S2) of the third individual receiving portion (502a3) can be foldably connected to the first side (S1) of the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4).

Looking at Fig. 22, the bag part (502) may further include a pocket part (502b).

The pocket portion (502b) can be arranged on the rear portion (RP) of at least one individual receiving portion (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4).

For example, as shown in (A) of FIG. 22, when the individual receiving portions (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) include a first individual receiving portion (502a1), a second individual receiving portion (502a2), a third individual receiving portion (502a3), and a fourth individual receiving portion (502a4), a pocket portion (502b) may be arranged on the rear surface (RP) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2) and/or the third individual receiving portion (502a3) located between the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4).

A predetermined power line can be accommodated in the pocket section (502b).

In detail, a first power line (PL1) for transmitting power generated by the solar cell unit (500) using solar energy to the battery unit (510) can be accommodated in the pocket unit (502b).

In (A) of FIG. 22, a pocket part (502b) is shown arranged on the rear surface (RP) of the second individual receiving part (502a2) among the second individual receiving part (502a2) and the third individual receiving part (502a3) located between the first individual receiving part (502a1) and the fourth individual receiving part (502a4), but the present invention may not be limited thereto.

For example, as shown in (B) of Fig. 22, a pocket portion (502b) may be arranged on the rear surface (RP) of the first individual receiving portion (502a1).

Alternatively, it may be possible for the pocket portion (502b) to be arranged on the rear portion (RP) of the third individual receiving portion (502a3) among the second individual receiving portion (502a2) and the third individual receiving portion (502a3), or for the pocket portion (502b) to be arranged on the rear portion (RP) of each of the second individual receiving portion (502a2) and the third individual receiving portion (502a3).

For convenience of explanation, in the following description, it is assumed that the pocket part (502b) is arranged on the rear part (RP) of the first individual receiving part (502a1) or the second individual receiving part (502a2).

Here, the open portion for inserting the solar panel (501) into the individual receiving portions (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) is shown as being located entirely on the side of the bag portion (502), but the present invention may not be limited thereto.

For example, in the area between the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the second individual receiving portion (502a2) may include an open portion.

In this case, a solar plate (501) can be inserted into each of the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the second individual receiving portion (502a2) in the area between the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the second individual receiving portion (502a2).

This can be equally applied to the third individual receiving unit (502a3) and the fourth individual receiving unit (502a4).

Looking at FIGS. 23 and 24, at least one first hole (First Hole, H1) can be formed in each individual receiving portion (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4) at a position corresponding to the pocket portion (502b).

For example, at least one first hole (H1) may be formed in the rear surface (RP) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2).

In this case, the first power line (PL1) can electrically connect the battery unit (510) and the solar cell unit (500) by passing through the first hole (H1). That is, the first power line (PL1) can pass through the first hole (H1).

The pocket portion (502b) may include a pocket entrance portion (502b1). The pocket entrance portion (502b1) may include a zipper.

As shown in (A) of FIG. 24, in a state where the first power line (PL1) electrically connects the battery unit (510) and the solar cell unit (500), the first-first power line (PL1a) and the first-second power line (PL1b) can pass through the first hole (H1) and the pocket inlet (502b1).

Alternatively, as shown in (B) of FIG. 24, one first power line (PL1) may pass through the first hole (H1) and the pocket inlet (502b1) while electrically connecting the battery unit (510) and the solar cell unit (500).

Looking at Fig. 25, in the solar cell unit (500), the bag unit (502) that accommodates a plurality of solar panels (501) can be folded.

For example, as shown in (A) of Fig. 25, the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the second individual receiving portion (502a2) can be folded to overlap, and the third individual receiving portion (502a3) and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) can be folded to overlap.

Thereafter, as shown in (B) of Fig. 25, the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) can be folded so as to overlap each other while being adjacent to each other.

Then, as shown in (C) of Fig. 25, the first individual receiving portion (502a1), the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the third individual receiving portion (502a3), and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) can be folded so as to overlap.

In such cases, the solar cell unit (500) can be easily carried.

In addition, the solar cell unit (500) can supply the necessary power sufficiently and stably even in situations where power is not provided, outdoor environments with insufficient infrastructure, and disaster situations.

Looking at Figure 26, the bag part (502) may include a first disconnecting part (502c) and a second disconnecting part (502d).

The first clamping unit (502c) and the second clamping unit (502d) can be combined with each other.

Preferably, the first disconnecting unit (502c) may be placed in the second individual receiving unit (502a2) and the second disconnecting unit (502d) may be placed in the third individual receiving unit (502a3).

More preferably, the first disconnecting portion (502c) may be arranged at the rear portion (RP) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2), and the second disconnecting portion (502d) may be arranged at the rear portion (RP) of the third individual receiving portion (502a3).

Here, when the first disconnecting portion (502c) and the second disconnecting portion (502d) are coupled to each other, the first individual receiving portion (502a1), the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the third individual receiving portion (502a3), and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) can be folded so as to overlap each other and sufficiently stably maintained (YUJI).

Looking at Fig. 27, in the solar cell unit (500), the bag unit (502) that accommodates multiple solar panels (501) can be folded in another way.

For example, as shown in (A) of Fig. 27, the front part (FP) of the first individual receiving portion (502a1) and the front part (FP) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2) can be folded so as to face each other, and the front part (FP) of the third individual receiving portion (502a3) and the front part (FP) of the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) can be folded so as to face each other.

Thereafter, as shown in (B) of Fig. 27, the rear part (RP) of the second individual receiving portion (502a2) and the rear part (RP) of the third individual receiving portion (502a3) can be folded to face each other.

In this way, the first individual receiving portion (502a1), the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the third individual receiving portion (502a3), and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4) can be folded so as to overlap each other.

Looking at Fig. 28, the solar cell unit (500) may further include at least one support (503).

For example, a support (503) may be placed on the rear surface (RP) of each of the first individual receiving portion (502a1), the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the third individual receiving portion (502a3), and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4).

Alternatively, a support (503) may be arranged on the rear surface (RP) of at least two of the first individual receiving portion (502a1), the second individual receiving portion (502a2), the third individual receiving portion (502a3) and the fourth individual receiving portion (502a4).

The solar cell unit (500) may further include a detachment prevention unit (504).

One end of the detachment prevention unit (504) can be connected to the rear part (RP) of the individual receiving units (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4).

Additionally, the other end of the detachment prevention part (504) can be connected to the end of the support (503).

As shown in (A) of Fig. 29, the end of the pedestal (503) can be spaced sufficiently far from the rear portion (RP) of the individual receiving portions (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4). That is, the pedestal (503) can be unfolded. Here, the detachment prevention portion (504) can be sufficiently pulled taut.

In this state, the solar cell unit (500) can be erected.

Thereafter, as shown in (B) and (C) of Fig. 29, the pedestal (503) can be folded by gradually bringing the end of the pedestal part (503) closer to the rear part (RP) of the individual receiving parts (502a1, 502a2, 502a3, 502a4).

In this case, it is possible to erect the solar cell unit (500) using the stand (503) while also making it easy to carry the solar cell unit (500).

Below, the case part (60) will be described in detail.

Figures 30 to 45 are drawings for explaining the case and its related parts. Hereinafter, a description of the parts described in detail above may be omitted.

Looking at Figure 30, the counter (1) according to the present invention may further include a case part (60).

The case part (60) can contain at least the battery part (510). From another perspective, the battery part (510) can be placed within the case part (60).

The case part (60) may include a main body part (600) and a cover part (610).

The cover part (610) can cover the main body part (600) on top.

The main body (600) may include a first side wall (SW1), a second side wall (SW2), a front wall (FW), a rear wall, and a bottom surface (BSP).

The first side wall (SW1) and the second side wall (SW2) can be opposed to each other.

The front wall (FW) can be viewed as being located between the first side wall (SW1) and the second side wall (SW2).

Additionally, the rear wall (RW) may be positioned between the first side wall (SW1) and the second side wall (SW2) and may be opposed to the front wall (FW).

The bottom surface (BSP) may face the cover portion (610).

At least one hole may be formed in the first side wall (SW1) and/or the second side wall (SW2) of the main body portion (600). That is, the case portion (60) may include at least one hole.

In detail, a plurality of holes (H2 to H6) can be formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Preferably, a plurality of second holes (H2), third holes (H3), fourth holes (H4), fifth holes (H5), and sixth holes (H6) can be formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Additionally, a hole may not be formed in the second side wall (SW2).

This case part (60) may include a portable carrier.

The case part (60) may further include a handle part (HD) for easy portability.

The handle part (HD) can be placed on the front wall (FW).

In addition, the main body (600) may further include a ventilation hole (AVH).

Preferably, the ventilation hole (AVH) can be formed in the front wall (FW).

Looking at Fig. 31, the case part (60) may include a first space (SP1), a second space (SP2), a third space (SP3), and a fourth space (SP4).

A buffer portion (620) may be placed within the case portion (60) to provide a first space (SP1), a second space (SP2), a third space (SP3), and a fourth space (SP4).

From another perspective, the buffer section (620) can also be viewed as including a first space (SP1), a second space (SP2), a third space (SP3), and a fourth space (SP4).

The buffer (620) may include a soft and elastic resin material such as Styrofoam.

Looking at FIGS. 32 and 33, a battery section (510) can be placed in the first space (SP1).

A driving unit (30) can be placed in the second space (SP2).

The first power line (PL1) that transmits the power produced by the solar cell unit (500) of the power supply unit (50) to the battery unit (510) can pass through the second hole (H2) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

In detail, two second holes (H2) are formed in the first side wall (SW1), and the 1-1 power line (PL1a) of the first power line (PL1) can pass through one second hole (H2), and the 1-2 power line (PL1b) can pass through the remaining one second hole (H2).

The second power line (PL2) can pass through the third hole (H3) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Here, the second power line (PL2) can transmit power required for stable operation of the camera module (20) from the battery unit (510) to the camera module (20).

The end of the second power line (PL2) can be connected to the first power port (230) described in FIG. 9 above.

The third power line (PL3) can pass through the fourth hole (H4) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Here, the third power line (PL3) can transmit power required for stable operation of the wireless communication module (40) from the battery unit (510) to the wireless communication module (40).

A fourth power line (PL4) may be located between the driving unit (30) and the battery unit (510) within the case unit (60).

The fourth power line (PL4) can transmit power required for stable operation of the driving unit (30) from the battery unit (510) to the driving unit (30).

The first data line (DL1) can pass through the fifth hole (H5) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Here, the first data line (DL1) can electrically connect the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20).

The end of the first data line (DL1) can be connected to the third interface unit (220) described in the previous FIG. 9.

The driving unit (30) can transmit a signal for controlling the camera module (20) to the camera module (20) through the first data line (DL1).

In addition, the driving unit (30) can transmit a vertical control signal to automatically adjust the vertical angle of the mounting unit (120) to the camera module (20) through the first data line (DL1).

In addition, the driving unit (30) can transmit a horizontal control signal to automatically adjust the horizontal angle of the mounting unit (120) to the camera module (20) through the first data line (DL1).

In addition, the camera module (20) can transmit the captured image to the driving unit (30) through the first data line (DL1).

The second data line (DL2) can pass through the sixth hole (H6) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Here, the second data line (DL2) can electrically connect the driving unit (30) and the wireless communication module (40).

The driving unit (30) can transmit a signal for controlling the wireless communication module (40) to the wireless communication module (40) through the second data line (DL2).

In addition, the driving unit (30) can transmit information about the number of objects located in the region of interest (ROI) determined by the driving unit (30) to the wireless communication module (40) through the second data line (DL2).

Then, the wireless communication module (40) can transmit information about the number of objects located in the region of interest (ROI) to the server (2).

The wireless communication module (40) can transmit information and data received from the server (2) to the driving unit (30) via the second data line (DL2).

A third data line (DL3) may be located between the driving unit (30) and the battery unit (510) within the case unit (60).

The third data line (DL3) can provide a path for data communication between the battery unit (510) and the driving unit (30).

In this configuration, stable operation of the counter (1) is possible even when the case part (60) is in a closed state, that is, when the cover part (610) covers the main body part (600).

In addition, when the counter (1) is operated with the case (60) closed, contamination by water or foreign substances or malfunction can be prevented.

In a disaster situation, the environment of the place where the counter (1) is to be installed is likely to be unclean.

Considering this, it may be more desirable to operate the counter (1) with the case (60) closed.

The case (60) may have a waterproof function. In this case, the counter (1) can perform normal counting functions even in situations such as when it is raining.

When the driving unit (30) is placed separately from the camera module (20) within the case unit (60), the weight of the camera module (20) can be reduced.

Then, the weight burden applied to the tripod (10) can be reduced.

Meanwhile, the third space (SP3) of the case part (60) can correspond to the camera module (20).

Additionally, the fourth space (SP4) can correspond to a wireless communication module (40).

From another perspective, the camera module (20) can be mounted and stored in the third space (SP3) when not in use, and the wireless communication module (40) can be mounted and stored in the fourth space (SP4) when not in use.

In this case, the counter (1) can be carried more easily.

Looking at Figure 34, the buffer unit (620) may further include an air vent (AVP).

The ventilation passage (AVP) may be located between the battery section (510) and the ventilation hole (AVH).

Outside air can be supplied to the battery compartment (510) through the ventilation duct (AVP) and the ventilation hole (AVH).

In this case, the battery section (510) can dissipate heat through the ventilation passage (AVP) and the ventilation hole (AVH).

Meanwhile, in the above, the battery section (510) is positioned closer to the front wall (FW) between the front wall (FW) and the rear wall (RW) and the ventilation hole (AVH) is positioned at the front wall (FW), but the present invention may not be limited thereto.

For example, when the battery section (510) is positioned closer to the rear wall (RW) between the front wall (FW) and the rear wall (RW), it is possible for the ventilation hole (AVH) to be positioned in the rear wall (RW).

In addition, although the above description describes a case where the battery section (510) is positioned closer to the first side wall (SW1) between the first side wall (SW1) and the second side wall (SW2) and the second hole (H2), the third hole (H3), the fourth hole (H4), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6) are positioned in the first side wall (SW1), the present invention may not be limited thereto.

For example, when the battery section (510) is positioned closer to the second side wall (SW2) between the first side wall (SW1) and the second side wall (SW2), it is possible for the second hole (H2), the third hole (H3), the fourth hole (H4), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6) to be positioned in the second side wall (SW2).

Looking at FIGS. 35 and 36, the case portion (60) may further include a covering portion (630).

The covering part (630) can cover the second hole (H2), the third hole (H3), the fourth hole (H4), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6) formed in the side wall of the case part (60).

This covering (630) can be called an awning.

In detail, when the second hole (H2), the third hole (H3), the fourth hole (H4), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6) are formed in the first side wall (SW1), the covering part (630) can be placed in the first side wall (SW1).

In this way, when the covering part (630) covers the second hole (H2), the third hole (H3), the fourth hole (H4), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6), foreign substances such as water and dust can be suppressed or prevented from penetrating into the case part (60).

In the event of a disaster such as a typhoon, flood, earthquake, large-scale fire, or tsunami, the surrounding environment where the counter (1) is installed may not be clean.

Considering this, it may be advantageous in terms of stable operation of the counter (1) to place a covering part (630) covering the second hole (H2), the third hole (H3), the fourth hole (H4), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6) in the case part (60).

Looking at Figure 37, the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20) can be integrated into one integrated module (20A).

In such a case, an integrated module (20A) including the functions of the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20) may be placed at the upper end of the tripod unit (10), for example, at the stand unit (120).

In such cases, the configuration of the counter (1) can be simplified.

When the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20) are integrated into one integrated module (20A), the second space (SP2) for the driving unit (30) in the case unit (60) can be omitted, as shown in FIG. 38.

Additionally, the third space (SP3) for the camera module (20) can be replaced with a fifth space (SP5) for the integrated module (20A).

Here, the fifth space (SP5) may be greater than or equal to the third space (SP3).

In addition, when the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20) are integrated into one integrated module (20A), as shown in FIG. 39, a seventh hole (H7) and an eighth hole (H8) can be formed in the main body (600) of the case unit (60).

Additionally, the third hole (H3), the fifth hole (H5), and the sixth hole (H6) in the main body (600) of the case part (60) may be omitted.

The fifth power line (PL5) can pass through the seventh hole (H7).

The battery unit (510) can supply power to the integrated module (20A) through the fifth power line (PL5).

In addition, the fourth data line (DL4) can pass through the eighth hole (H8) formed in the main body (600) of the case (60).

The fourth data line (DL4) can be located between the battery section (510) and the integrated module (20A).

The fourth data line (DL4) can provide a path for data communication between the battery unit (510) and the integrated module (20A).

Meanwhile, although not shown, a sixth data line may be placed between the integrated module (20A) and the wireless communication module (40).

Additionally, a sixth data line that is not connected to the city may provide a path for data communication between the integrated module (20A) and the wireless communication module (40).

In this case, the integrated module (20A) can transmit a signal for controlling the wireless communication module (40) to the wireless communication module (40) through the sixth data line.

Fig. 40 shows an example of a case portion (60).

As shown in Fig. 40, it may be desirable for the case portion (60) to include a carrier that is easy to carry.

Meanwhile, in the above, the case where a data line (DL) for control signals, data communication, etc. and a power line (PL) for power supply are provided separately has been described, but the present invention may not be limited thereto. For example, in the present invention, an integrated line (CL) may perform the functions of a data line (DL) and a power line (PL) together.

In this case, as shown in Fig. 41, the third interface unit (220) and the first power port (230) in the camera module (20) can be integrated into one integrated terminal (220C).

The integrated terminal (220C) can perform both the functions of the third interface unit (220) and the first power port (230).

From another perspective, an integrated terminal (220C) for receiving control signals and power from a driving unit (30) may be placed in the camera body (21).

The camera module (20) can receive power required for driving from the driving unit (30) through the integrated terminal (220C).

In addition, the camera module (20) can receive a signal for controlling the camera module (20) from the driving unit (30) through the integrated terminal (220C).

In addition, the camera module (20) can receive a signal for controlling the tripod unit (10) from the driving unit (30) through the integrated terminal (220C). Specifically, the camera module (20) can receive a vertical control signal corresponding to the angle adjustment motor (132) of the angle adjustment unit (130) of the tripod unit (10) and/or a horizontal control signal corresponding to the rotation motor (142) of the rotation unit (140) from the driving unit (30) through the integrated terminal (220C).

In addition, the camera module (20) can transmit the captured image to the driving unit (30) through the integrated terminal (220C).

Looking at FIGS. 42 and 43, a second hole (H2), a tenth hole (H10), and an eleventh hole (H11) corresponding to the first power line (PL1) can be formed in the case portion (60).

For example, a first power line (PL1) can pass through a second hole (H2).

A first integrated line (CL1) may be located between the driving unit (30) and the battery unit (510) within the case unit (60).

The first integrated line (CL1) can transmit power required for stable operation of the driving unit (30) from the battery unit (510) to the driving unit (30).

In addition, the driving unit (30) and the battery unit (510) can perform data communication through the first integrated line (CL1).

The second integrated line (CL2) can pass through the 10th hole (H10) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Here, the second integrated line (CL2) can transmit power required for stable operation of the camera module (20) from the driving unit (30) to the camera module (20).

In addition, the driving unit (30) can transmit various control signals to the camera module (20) through the second integrated line (CL2).

In addition, the camera module (20) can transmit the captured image to the driving unit (30) through the second integrated line (CL2).

The end of the second integrated line (CL2) can be connected to the integrated terminal (220C) described in the previous drawing 41.

The third integrated line (CL3) can pass through the 11th hole (H11) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

Here, the third integrated line (CL3) can transmit power required for stable operation of the wireless communication module (40) from the driving unit (30) to the wireless communication module (40).

In addition, the driving unit (30) can transmit various control signals and images to the wireless communication module (40) through the third integrated line (CL3).

In addition, the wireless communication module (40) can transmit information received from the server (SV) to the driving unit (30) through the third integrated line (CL3).

Meanwhile, when the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20) are integrated into one integrated module (20A), as shown in FIG. 44, a second hole (H2) and a twelfth hole (H12) corresponding to the first power line (PL1) can be formed in the case unit (60).

The case where the driving unit (30) and the camera module (20) are integrated into one integrated module (20A) has been described in detail in the preceding Figure 37.

In this case, as shown in Fig. 45, the fourth integrated line (CL4) can pass through the 12th hole (H12) formed in the first side wall (SW1).

The end of the 4th integrated line (CL4) can be connected to the integrated terminal (220C) described in the previous Fig. 41.

The fourth integrated line (CL4) can provide a path for data communication between the integrated module (20A) and the battery unit (510).

The driving method using the counter (1) described above and the counting system (10S) including it, i.e. the counting method, will be described in detail below.

Figures 46 to 52 are drawings for explaining the setting mode. Hereinafter, the description of the parts explained in detail above may be omitted.

Looking at Figure 46, in the setting mode for installation and setting of the counter (1), the counter (1) can be installed (S10).

For example, in a disaster situation, a counter (1) can be installed in a location adjacent to a shelter.

Alternatively, a counter (1) can be installed corresponding to the entrance and exit of the shelter.

A user, such as a host user, can carry a counter (1) and install it in a suitable location.

Since the counter (1) according to the present invention can generate electricity using solar energy and store it in the battery section (510) for use, there may be relatively fewer restrictions on the installation location of the counter (1).

Here, installing the counter (1) may include a process of installing a camera module (20) on the stand (120) of the tripod (10).

Afterwards, the camera module (20) can be activated while the camera module (20) is installed in the stand (120) of the tripod (10) (S100).

When the camera module (20) is activated in the setting mode, the camera module (20) can capture images of the surroundings (S110).

Here, the image captured by the camera module (20) in the setting mode can be called a setting image (STI).

Set-top images (STI) may include still images such as photographs and/or moving images.

When the setup image (STI) is a still image, the camera module (20) can capture the setup image (STI) according to a first cycle (e.g., 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 30 seconds, etc.) preset in the setup mode.

If the setup image (STI) is a video, the camera module (20) can continuously capture the setup image (STI) during the setup mode.

Thereafter, at least one setup image (STI) captured by the camera module (20) can be transmitted to the server (2) (S120).

For example, when the camera module (20) captures a setup image (STI) in setup mode, the driving unit (30) can control the wireless communication module (40) to transmit the setup image (STI) to the server (2).

Then, the server (2) can transmit the setting image (STI) received from the counter (1) to the corresponding host terminal (3) (S130). In addition, the server (2) can store the setting image (STI) received from the counter (1).

For example, let us assume that the first host user installs the first counter (1).

In this case, the server (2) can determine in advance that the first counter (1) corresponds to the first host user, and can correspond the terminal of the first host user, i.e., the first host terminal (3), to the first counter (1).

Afterwards, the first counter (1) is activated to capture at least one setup image (STI) in setup mode and transmit it to the server (2).

Then, the server (2) can transmit at least one setup image (STI) received from the first counter (1) to the first host terminal (3) corresponding to the first counter (1).

The host terminal (3) that receives the setup image (STI) from the server (2) can determine whether setup completion information is entered (S140).

If the judgment result at step S140 indicates that setup completion information is not entered, a setup menu can be displayed on the screen of the host terminal (3) (S160).

Thereafter, when the host user inputs setting information (S170), the host terminal (3) can transmit the input setting information to the server (2) (S180).

Then, the server (2) can transmit the setting information received from the host terminal (3) to the counter (1) (S181).

Thereafter, the counter (1) that receives setting information from the server (2) can adjust the receiving unit (120) in response to the received setting information (S190).

Here, adjusting the stand (120) can be seen as adjusting the shooting angle of the camera module (20) placed on the stand (120).

In the step of adjusting the mounting part (120), as shown in Fig. 47, the counter (1) that has received the setting information from the server (2) can generate a control signal corresponding to the setting information through the driving part (30) (S191).

Thereafter, the driving unit (30) can transmit the generated control signal to the camera module (20) (S192).

Then, the camera module (20) can transmit the control signal received from the driving unit (30) to the tripod unit (10) (S193).

In detail, the camera module (20) can transmit a control signal received from the driving unit (30) to the angle adjustment motor (132) of the angle adjustment unit (130) of the tripod unit (10) and/or the rotation motor (142) of the rotation unit (140) (S193).

Here, the control signal may include a vertical control signal for adjusting the vertical shooting angle of the camera module (20) and a horizontal control signal for adjusting the horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20).

Let us assume that in the setup mode, the camera module (20) captures a setup image (STI) like that of Fig. 48.

The shelter in place image (STI) may be an image corresponding to the shelter available in a disaster situation.

This setup image (STI) is transmitted from the counter (1) to the server (2), and the server (2) can transmit the setup image (STI) received from the counter (1) to the host terminal (3).

Then, a setting image (STI) such as Fig. 48 can be displayed on the screen of the host terminal (3).

The host user can check the setting image (STI) displayed on the screen of the host terminal (3).

In addition, as shown in Fig. 49, a settings menu for entering settings information may be displayed on the screen of the host terminal (3).

Here, if the host user determines that the setting image (STI) is not appropriate for counting the number of targets corresponding to the shelter, the host user can change (adjust) the vertical shooting angle and/or horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20) using the setting menu displayed on the screen of the host terminal (3).

Additionally, the host user can select the completion menu using a pointer (PT) such as a cursor.

Then, the host terminal (3) can transmit information for changing (adjusting) the vertical shooting angle and/or horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20), i.e., setting information, to the server (2).

The setting information can also be said to be information for changing the shooting area (SAR) of the camera module (20).

Then, the server (2) can transmit the setting information back to the counter (1).

The counter (1) that receives the setting information can change (adjust) the vertical shooting angle and/or horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20) in response to the setting information.

For example, as shown in FIG. 50, the vertical shooting angle and/or horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20) can be changed (adjusted) to move the shooting area (SAR) of the camera module (20) in the direction of the arrow.

The configuration for changing (adjusting) the vertical shooting angle and/or horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20) has been described in detail in the preceding drawings 5 to 8 and the corresponding detailed descriptions.

Thereafter, in the counter (1), at least one setup image (STI) can be taken again (S110) while changing the vertical shooting angle and/or horizontal shooting angle of the camera module (20), and the taken setup image (STI) can be transmitted to the server (2) (S120).

For example, the camera module (20) can capture a setup image (STI) as shown in Fig. 51 corresponding to a changed shooting area (SAR), transmit it to the server (2), and proceed to step S130.

Meanwhile, if setup completion information is entered as a result of the judgment at step S140, the host terminal (3) can transmit setup completion information to the server (2) (S150).

Afterwards, the host user can set the region of interest (ROI) using the setup image (STI) on the host terminal (3).

After setting the region of interest (ROI), the host terminal (3) can transmit information about the region of interest (ROI), i.e., information about the setting of the region of interest (ROI), to the server (2).

Thereafter, the server (2) can transmit information about the region of interest (ROI) to the counter (1).

Then, the counter (1) can store information about the region of interest (ROI) in the memory unit (350) and use it.

After the region of interest (ROI) is set, the server (2) can exit the setting mode (S210).

For example, when a setting image (STI) such as that of Fig. 51 is transmitted from a server (2) to a host terminal (3), the host user can determine that the setting image (STI) displayed on the screen of the host terminal (3) is appropriate for counting the number of targets corresponding to the shelter.

Then, the host user can input setup completion information using the host terminal (3).

In addition, the host user can set a region of interest (ROI) in the setup image (STI) using the host terminal (3) as shown in Fig. 52.

Here, the region of interest (ROI) can correspond to the space where objects such as people and vehicles are mainly located in the shelter.

Alternatively, the region of interest (ROI) could correspond to the entrance or exit of the shelter.

In Figure 52, the region of interest (ROI) is shown to primarily correspond to the parking lot of the shelter, but the region of interest (ROI) can correspond to any space where the number of objects located in the shelter can be effectively counted.

After setting the region of interest (ROI), you can exit the setting mode and then enter the counting mode according to your choice.

Below, we will explain the counting mode in detail.

The counting mode can be said to be a mode in which the counter (1) captures an image, analyzes the captured image, and counts the number of objects located in the region of interest (ROI).

Figures 53 to 60 are drawings for explaining the counting mode and its related parts. Hereinafter, the description of the parts explained in detail above may be omitted.

Looking at Figure 53, after the host terminal (3) transmits the setup completion information for the shooting angle of the camera module (20) included in the counter (1), such as the vertical shooting angle and/or the horizontal shooting angle, in response to the setup image (STI), to the server (2), the setup mode can be terminated (S210) and the counting mode can be entered (S300).

When entering the counting mode, the camera module (20) of the counter (1) can capture the main image (MAI) (S310).

Here, the main image (MAI) can represent an image captured by the camera module (20) in counting mode.

The main image (MAI) can be said to be an image shot in response to the shooting angle of the camera module (20) set in the setting mode.

Taking this into account, the main image (MAI) can be approximately identical to the setup image (STI) finally captured in the setup mode. For example, the main image (MAI) can be approximately identical to or sufficiently similar to the setup image (STI) of the preceding FIG. 40.

The main image (MAI) may include still images such as photographs and/or moving images.

When the main image (MAI) is a still image, the camera module (20) can capture the main image (MAI) according to a preset second cycle (e.g., 5 seconds, 10 seconds, 30 seconds, etc.) in counting mode.

When the main image (MAI) is a video, the camera module (20) can continuously capture the main image (MAI) during counting mode.

The main image (MAI) captured by the camera module (20) can be transmitted to the driving unit (30).

Then, the image analysis unit (310) of the driving unit (30) analyzes the main image (MAI) (S320), and the target determination unit (320) of the driving unit (30) can determine the type of target corresponding to the region of interest (ROI) of the main image (MAI) (S330).

For example, the driving unit (30) can determine the type of object, such as a person or vehicle, located in the shelter in response to the main image (MAI).

Thereafter, the counting unit (330) of the driving unit (30) can count the number of objects corresponding to the region of interest (ROI) of the main image (MAI) based on the determined information (S340).

For example, the driving unit (30) can count the number of objects located in the shelter by type in response to the main image (MAI).

Here, the technique of analyzing the main image (MAI) to determine the type of object included in the region of interest (ROI) of the main image (MAI) and counting the number of determined objects is already a widely known technique, so further detailed description thereof will be omitted.

Thereafter, the counter (1) can transmit information about the number of objects counted by the counting unit (330) to the server (2) (S350).

Then, the server (2) can classify and store information on the number of targets received from the counter (1) (S360).

Thereafter, the server (2) can determine whether there is a request for information from a guest user's guest terminal (4) (S370).

If there is no information request from the guest terminal (4) as a result of the judgment at step S370, the preset first function (Default 1) can be performed (S390).

Here, the first function may be, for example, a function of waiting until an information request is received from a guest terminal (4).

On the other hand, if a request for information is received from a guest terminal (4) as a result of the judgment in step S370, information on the number of targets of the shelter corresponding to the counter (1) can be transmitted to the guest terminal (4) (S380).

Let us assume that the counting system (10S) according to the present invention includes a first counter (1A), a second counter (1B), and a third counter (1C) as counters (1).

The first counter (1A) may be installed corresponding to shelter 1, the second counter (1B) may be installed corresponding to shelter 2, and the third counter (1C) may be installed corresponding to shelter 3.

The first counter (1A) can count the number of objects corresponding to the region of interest (ROI) of shelter 1 and transmit information about the number of counted objects to the server (2).

The second counter (1B) can count the number of objects corresponding to the region of interest (ROI) of shelter 2 and transmit information about the number of counted objects to the server (2).

In addition, the third counter (1C) can count the number of objects corresponding to the region of interest (ROI) of shelter 3 and transmit information about the number of counted objects to the server (2).

In this case, the server (2) can determine and store the number of objects corresponding to the current shelter 1, such as the number of people and the number of vehicles taking refuge in shelter 1, based on the information received from the first counter (1A).

In addition, the server (2) can determine the number of objects that can be added to shelter 1, such as the number of people and the number of vehicles that shelter 1 can additionally accommodate, based on the information received from the first counter (1A) and the pre-stored information.

The server (2) can perform the same function for the second counter (1B) and the third counter (1C).

An example of information collected by the server (2) in response to Shelter 1, Shelter 2, and Shelter 3 is shown in Fig. 43.

In this state, a guest user can connect to the server (2) using a guest terminal (4) and request information about each shelter.

Then, the server (2) can transmit information corresponding to at least one shelter as shown in Fig. 54 to the guest terminal (4).

According to the present invention, the number of objects corresponding to a shelter can be easily determined even in an outdoor or disaster situation where power is not supplied or infrastructure is insufficient.

Meanwhile, the counter (1) according to the present invention may be likely to be used outdoors where infrastructure is insufficient or in disaster situations.

Considering this, it may be desirable to consider the influence of wind at least in the counting mode, since the counter (1) is likely to be used in situations where the wind is sufficiently strong. This will be described in detail below.

Looking at Figure 55, when the camera module (20) of the counter (1) captures a main image (MAI) (S310) and transmits the captured main image (MAI) to the driving unit (30), the driving unit (30) can analyze the main image (MAI) (S320).

Thereafter, the driving unit (30) can determine the region of interest in the main image (MAI) based on the analyzed results (S400).

Thereafter, the driving unit (30) can determine whether the main image (MAI) includes a region of interest (ROI) based on the determined information (S410).

If the main image (MAI) does not include the region of interest (ROI) as a result of the judgment at step S410, the driving unit (30) can determine the first time (S420).

Here, the first time may mean the length of time during which the situation in which the region of interest (ROI) is not included in the main image (MAI) is maintained.

Thereafter, it can be determined whether the determined first time is greater than or equal to the preset first reference time (S430).

If the first time determined as a result of the judgment at step S430 is greater than or equal to the preset first reference time, the driving unit (30) determines that an abnormality has occurred in the current counter (1) and can notify this to the server (2) (S440).

Then, information about an abnormality in the counter (1) can be transmitted to the host terminal (3) corresponding to the counter (1).

In such cases, the host can easily and automatically recognize that an abnormality has occurred in the counter (1).

Let's assume a disaster situation where the winds can be relatively strong, such as a typhoon or flood.

In a disaster situation, as shown in Fig. 56, when the camera module (20) is placed on the mounting part (120) at the upper end of the tripod part (10), the tripod part (10) may shake or vibrate due to wind, etc.

In such cases, the shooting area (SAR) of the camera module (20) may also shake.

Here, let us further assume a case where a region of interest (ROI) is set corresponding to a shelter, as shown in Fig. 57.

In this state, if the camera module (20) is shaken by wind or the like, a main image (MAI) that does not include the region of interest (ROI) may be captured, as shown in Fig. 57.

In the case of FIG. 58, if the situation in which the main image (MAI) does not include the region of interest (ROI) continues for a preset first reference time (e.g., 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, etc.), there is a high possibility that an accident such as the tripod (10) on which the camera module (20) is currently placed falling over or tilting has occurred.

In this case, the counter (1) can notify the server (2) that an abnormality has occurred in the counter (1), and the server (2) can notify the host terminal (3) that an abnormality has occurred in the counter (1).

Meanwhile, if the time determined as a result of the judgment in step S430 is less than the preset first reference time, the process can proceed to step S410 to determine whether the region of interest (ROI) is included in the main image (MAI).

Meanwhile, in step S410, if the main image (MAI) includes a region of interest (ROI), it can be determined whether the entire region of interest (ROI) is included in the main image (MAI) (S450).

In step S450, if the main image (MAI) includes the entire region of interest (ROI), the driving unit (30) can determine that the current state of the counter (1) is normal (S500).

Afterwards, the process can proceed to the step (S330) of determining the target in response to the region of interest (ROI) of the main image (MAI).

Meanwhile, in the case where it is determined at step S450 that the entire region of interest (ROI) is not included in the main image (MAI), the driving unit (30) can determine the proportion of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) (S460).

Thereafter, the driving unit (30) can determine whether the ratio of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) changes over time (S470).

In case the ratio of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) changes over time as a result of the judgment at step S470, the process can proceed to step S410 to determine whether the region of interest (ROI) is included in the main image (MAI).

Let us assume that the camera module (20) shakes repeatedly back and forth or left and right due to wind, etc.

In such cases, the proportion of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) may change.

For example, at the first point in time, a main image (MAI) that does not include an image of interest (ROI) such as in (A) of Fig. 59 can be captured.

Thereafter, at the second point in time, the camera module (20) may be shaken to capture a main image (MAI) including a portion of the region of interest (ROI) as shown in (B) of Fig. 59.

Thereafter, at the third point in time, the camera module (20) can be shaken to capture a main image (MAI) including the entire region of interest (ROI) as shown in (C) of Fig. 59.

Thereafter, at the fourth point in time, the camera module (20) may be shaken to capture a main image (MAI) including a portion of the region of interest (ROI) again, as in (D) of Fig. 59.

In the case of Fig. 59, the camera module (20) is shaking, but it can be said that the main image (MAI) that includes the entire region of interest (ROI) is captured periodically.

In such cases, it is highly likely that the tripod (10) with the camera module (20) placed on the stand (120) will shake left and right or back and forth due to wind, etc., but will not fall over or tilt.

In addition, when the wind stops or becomes sufficiently weak, the shaking of the tripod (10) stops, and the camera module (20) is more likely to continuously capture a main image (MAI) that includes the entire region of interest (ROI).

Considering this, if a main image (MAI) that includes the entire region of interest (ROI) is captured periodically, or if the main image (MAI) includes the entire region of interest (ROI) periodically, i.e., as in FIG. 59, the driving unit (30) can determine that the current state of the counter (1) is normal.

On the other hand, if the ratio of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) as a result of the judgment at step S470 does not change over time, the driving unit (30) can determine the second time (S480).

Here, the second time may mean the length of time during which the ratio of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) remains unchanged.

Thereafter, it can be determined whether the determined second time is greater than or equal to the preset second reference time (S490).

If the second time determined as a result of the judgment at step S490 is greater than or equal to the preset second reference time, the driving unit (30) determines that an abnormality has occurred in the current counter (1) and can notify this to the server (2) (S440).

On the other hand, if the second time determined as a result of the judgment in step S490 is less than the preset second reference time, the process can proceed to step S410 of determining whether the main image (MAI) includes a region of interest (ROI).

For example, as shown in FIG. 60, if a situation in which a part of a region of interest (ROI) is included in the main image (MAI) and the ratio of the region of interest (ROI) included in the main image (MAI) remains constant for a preset second reference time (e.g., 30 seconds, 1 minute, 2 minutes, etc.), there is a high possibility that an accident, such as the tripod part (10) on which the current camera module (20) is placed falling over or tilting, has occurred.

In this case, the counter (1) can notify the server (2) that an abnormality has occurred in the counter (1), and the server (2) can notify the host terminal (3) that an abnormality has occurred in the counter (1).

In this way, it will be understood by those skilled in the art that the technical configuration of the present invention described above can be implemented in other specific forms without changing the technical idea or essential features of the present invention.

Therefore, the embodiments described above should be understood as illustrative and not restrictive in all respects, and the scope of the present invention is indicated by the claims described below rather than the detailed description described above, and all changes or modifications derived from the meaning and scope of the claims and their equivalent concepts should be interpreted as being included in the scope of the present invention.

Claims (5)

At least one counter for extracting information on the number of preset objects corresponding to a preset region of interest in a counting mode;
a server receiving information about the number of said objects from at least one of said counters; and
Host Terminal corresponding to the Host User;
Including,
At least one of the above counters transmits a setting image taken in the setting mode to the server,
The above server transmits the above setting image to the above host terminal,
The above counter
Tripod;
A camera module placed on the tripod and capturing an image of the area of interest;
A driving unit that analyzes the image captured by the camera module and counts the number of objects located in the region of interest;
A wireless communication module that transmits information about the number of counted objects to the server; and
A power supply unit that supplies power required to drive the camera module, the driving unit, and the wireless communication module;
Including,
The above power supply unit
Solar Cell Part that produces electricity using solar energy; and
A battery section that stores the electricity produced by the solar cell section;
Including,
The above tripod part
A vertical column section including a portion extending in the vertical direction;
A mounting portion located at the upper end of the vertical column and on which the camera module is placed; and
A reinforcing plate portion positioned at the lower portion of the above-mentioned support portion and including at least one pillar hole through which the above-mentioned vertical pillar portion passes;
Including,
The above reinforcing plate portion further includes a first region and a second region that are connected to each other,
In the above first area, the pillar hole is formed,
In the second area above, a holder part for mounting the wireless communication module is placed,
A counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence, characterized in that the reinforcing plate portion has a bent shape at the boundary between the first region and the second region. In paragraph 1,
When the above reinforcing plate part is unfolded, the width in the longitudinal direction of the above reinforcing plate part is greater than the width in the transverse direction,
In the state where the above reinforcing plate part is unfolded, the first region and the second region of the above reinforcing plate part are adjacent to each other in the longitudinal direction,
The above holder portion includes a first sub-holder and a second sub-holder,
The first sub-holder and the second sub-holder each include a portion extending in the width direction,
A counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence, characterized in that the wireless communication module is fitted between the first sub-holder and the second sub-holder. In paragraph 1,
The above host terminal transmits setting completion information for the shooting angle of the camera module to the server in response to the setting image transmitted from the server,
A counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence, characterized in that the server terminates the setting mode and enters the counting mode in response to the setting completion information received from the host terminal. In the third paragraph,
It further includes a Guest Terminal corresponding to a Guest User,
A counting system including a portable counting device using artificial intelligence, characterized in that in the counting mode, the server transmits information on the number of the target received from at least one counter to at least one guest terminal. A step of transmitting a setting image captured by at least one counter to a server in the setting mode;
A step in which the server transmits the setting image to a host terminal corresponding to a host user;
A step in which the host terminal transmits setting completion information regarding the shooting angle of the camera module included in the counter in response to the setting image to the server;
A step in which the server terminates the setting mode and enters the counting mode in response to the setting completion information;
A step for extracting information on the number of preset objects corresponding to a preset region of interest in the above counting mode; and
A step of transmitting information about the number of targets extracted by the above counter to the server;
Including,
The above counter
Tripod;
A camera module placed on the tripod and capturing an image of the area of interest;
A driving unit that analyzes the image captured by the camera module and counts the number of objects located in the region of interest;
A wireless communication module that transmits information about the number of counted objects to the server; and
A power supply unit that supplies power required to drive the camera module, the driving unit, and the wireless communication module;
Including,
The above power supply unit
Solar Cell Part that produces electricity using solar energy; and
A battery section that stores the electricity produced by the solar cell section;
Including,
The above tripod part
A vertical column section including a portion extending in the vertical direction;
A mounting portion located at the upper end of the vertical column and on which the camera module is placed; and
A reinforcing plate portion positioned at the lower portion of the above-mentioned support portion and including at least one pillar hole through which the above-mentioned vertical pillar portion passes;
Including,
The above reinforcing plate portion further includes a first region and a second region that are connected to each other,
In the above first area, the pillar hole is formed,
In the second area above, a holder part for mounting the wireless communication module is placed,
A counting method using artificial intelligence, characterized in that the reinforcing plate portion has a bent shape at the boundary between the first region and the second region.