RU2737311C1 - Mobile device charging system - Google Patents

Abstract

FIELD: electrical engineering.

SUBSTANCE: field of application: electrical engineering. Mobile device charging system includes charging stations (1) with lockable places (for example, individual cells) (2) for individual installation, charging and storage of removable mobile chargers (3) (PB), made each with an electric power storage device (not shown), with one electrical connector (4) for charging its storage when docked with reciprocal connector (5) of cell (2) of charging station (1) and with another (standard) electrical connector (not shown) for connecting power storage of device (3) to mobile device (gadget) battery (6) when docked with the reciprocal connector of the latter. System comprises central server (7) for managing charging stations (1) having with a processor and configured to calculate collateral value and rent for using any of the mobile chargers (3). Each charging station (terminal) (1) is equipped with a controller (not shown) connected to central server (7) and configured to interact with mechanism (means) (14) of controlling access to removable mobile charging device (3) ready for use, rotated (by an angle of up to 180°) door (15), means (not shown) of testing the serviceability of mobile chargers (3) placed in the charging station (1), and a counter (not shown) of the time taken to withdraw and return mobile chargers (3). Mechanism (means) (14) can have locking pin (17) which is inserted into the side part of PB (3). Each charging station (1) is preferably, in form of autonomous automated terminal (1) and is equipped with a backup uninterruptible power supply, and the controller of each of charging stations (1) is connected t server (7) via Internet (8). As a result, a system has been created that ensures long-term storage in a state of readiness and continuous monitoring of serviceability and readiness for use and return of chargers (PB 3) on the users' route.

EFFECT: ensuring reliable and fast recharging of user's mobile device.

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Description

The invention relates to the field of electrical engineering, in particular to means of route charging of batteries of individual mobile devices (gadgets - mobile phones, laptops, PDAs, cameras, etc.), if necessary. If available, you can charge any mobile gadget that has exhausted its battery charge anywhere literally on the go, without stopping to use it. Mobile devices include a storage device (battery), which provides them with power and requires periodic recharging from an external source of electricity, in this regard, the corresponding terminals are installed in public places, and provide charging of batteries of portable devices, regardless of brand or model.

There are known systems with a terminal for charging batteries of portable devices (mobile phones, laptops, PDAs), namely, terminals installed in public places. The system achieves the simplification and availability of charging the batteries of portable devices and expanding the functionality of the terminal due to its installation in public places, as well as the convenience of using the terminal due to the independence from the presence of an adapter and power supply, there is a means for paying for services at least one port for connecting devices (RU 85766, US 8718717).

The disadvantages of the known devices are as follows: the lack of the possibility of free movement of the user with the mobile device during its charging. Known devices do not allow the user (user) to move away from the place where this similar service is offered - charging a phone or other gadget. In this case, the user locks his mobile device for the duration of recharging into the built-in box of the stationary charging station and remains restricted in movement for the entire time of charging his device, i.e. "Tied" to the "socket". The user is bound by the condition of the obligatory return to the very point of the route where he put the phone on charge. As a result, the user loses his mobility, and with it the time spent on charging.

As a rule, well-known charging terminals do not allow the user to move a long distance from the place where this similar service is offered - charging the phone (gadget). This is due to the fact that the user locks his gadget for the time of recharging or charging into the built-in box of the stationary terminal (charging station) and remains “tied to the outlet” during charging. In this case, the user loses mobility, and with it the time spent on charging the gadget. forced to be near such a terminal. The stationary terminal cannot be moved with you, put it in your pocket or purse.

Also known autonomous portable chargers (external battery - "power bank", or "power bank") for charging or recharging the built-in batteries of mobile devices. However, such portable devices, although they can increase the battery life of a mobile device, after using up their charge also require recharging, as a result of which all the above disadvantages for the user associated with recharging from a stationary terminal or from a network are realized. As a result, the user again, albeit in a reduced volume, is deprived of the possibility of free movement with a mobile device while charging the latter independently or together with a power bank (PB). In the case of renting (renting) a charger, the user is bound by the condition of a mandatory visit and return to the exact point of the route at which he rented this device, or calling and waiting for a courier, as well as paying for the latter's services.

Thus, the existing, well-known means for recharging and charging gadgets are aimed, as a rule, at a special audience that has been in one place for a long time. These are, as a rule, visitors to cafes, restaurants, gyms, beauty salons, etc., in general, this audience belongs to the HoReCa industry (a segment of the service industry of the hospitality / catering and hotel industry / and a distribution channel, mainly with direct consumption of products at the point of sale), where users need to be for a long time.

In the event that the user acquires an autonomous charger in his ownership, he is forced to constantly save, carry with him and independently control its serviceable charged state and readiness for use, and in the event of a malfunction or exhaustion of the resource of his power bank, he must acquire a new one. (See, for example, US 5946637, US 2015288219 - prototype).

The technical problem solved by the present invention is to ensure constant full mobility and free choice of the route of the user with reliable preservation of the possibility of prompt recharging of his mobile device (in a certain area).

The technical result, which ensures the solution of this problem, consists in creating a system that allows, in a state of continuous duty, to combine in time long-term storage with continuous maintenance of the charged state, control of the serviceability and readiness for use of chargers. The proposed system is able to promptly, on demand, provide a conscientious user with access to an autonomous charger and relevant information, and thus the possibility of renting an autonomous charger (external battery - "power bank", or "power bank", hereinafter abbreviated: PB) exactly as needed by appointment, i.e. for the period of charging (recharging) a mobile device. The user is not bound by the condition of a mandatory return to the original point of receipt of an autonomous charger (PB), since he can return the received charger in several places in the territory of the stationary charging stations (terminals) of the system. The chargers in the proposed system are fully charged during the entire storage period, are monitored in a state of readiness for delivery to users and are protected to the maximum extent possible from vandalism, accidental mechanical influences, the effects of climatic factors, and also from unauthorized access.

The essence of the invention lies in the fact that the charging system for mobile devices comprises charging stations with lockable places for installing, charging and storing removable mobile chargers, each made with an electric energy storage device, with one electrical connector for charging the storage device when paired with a mating connector of the charging station and with another electrical connector for connecting the energy storage device to the battery of a mobile device when it is paired with the mating connector of the latter, as well as a central server for controlling charging stations, configured to calculate the collateral value and rent for using any of the mobile chargers, each charging station being equipped with a controller connected to the central server and configured to interact with an access control mechanism for a ready-to-use removable mobile charger, by means of testing the health of mobile devices row devices placed in the charging station, and a counter of the time of withdrawal and return of mobile chargers.

Preferably, each charging station is made in the form of an autonomous automated terminal and is equipped with a backup uninterruptible power supply, and the controller of each of the charging stations is connected to a server via the Internet.

Preferably, each charging station is equipped with means of visual presentation to the user of information from the group: about the procedure for calculating and using mobile chargers, about the availability of mobile chargers ready for use at a given charging station, about the availability of mobile chargers ready for use at other charging stations.

Preferably, the means for visual presentation of information is made in the form of a touch interactive LCD display with the possibility of additional demonstration of advertising information.

Preferably, the charging stations are equipped with means for cash and / or non-cash acceptance of rental payments and collateral value of mobile chargers from the group: coin acceptor, bill acceptor, card reader, as well as a receipt printer.

Preferably, the charging stations are equipped with video recording of the surroundings.

Preferably, the charging stations are made with cells that are equipped with a slide for installing mobile chargers in the position of mating their electrical connector for charging the storage device with the mating connector of the charging station, while blocking unauthorized access to the removable mobile charger.

Preferably, at least one charging station is equipped with an additional bunker protected from unauthorized access for placing mobile chargers and means for registering their placement in this bunker

Preferably, the auxiliary hopper is provided with an access portal and an elevator for moving the mobile chargers to a storage position.

Preferably, the charging station management server is configured to generate information about the current state of all charging stations and transmit it using an application to users.

Preferably, charging stations are made in the form of terminals installed permanently in public places in an area of intense passenger traffic, and each equipped with a vending machine and a dispenser for selling and selectively dispensing related goods.

FIG. 1 shows a schematic diagram of a charging system for mobile devices; FIG. 2 is an external view of a charging station - a stationary terminal of the specified system; FIG. 3 shows an example of placing a mobile charger in a terminal compartment; FIG. 4 is an example of placing a mobile charger in a terminal compartment with a pin fixing.

The charging system for mobile devices contains charging stations 1 with lockable places (for example, individual cells) 2 for individual installation, charging and storage of removable mobile chargers 3, each made with an energy storage device (not shown), with one electrical connector 4 for charging its storage when paired with the mating connector 5 of the cell 2 of the charging station 1 and with another (standard) electrical connector (not shown) to connect the device's electric storage device 3 to the battery of the mobile device (gadget) 6 when it is paired with the mating connector of the latter. The system contains a central server 7 for controlling charging stations 1, made with a processor and with the ability to calculate the collateral value and rent for using any of the mobile chargers 3. Each charging station (terminal) 1 is equipped with a controller (not shown) connected to the central server 7 and configured to interact with a mechanism (means) 14 for controlling access to a ready-to-use removable mobile charger 3, a rotatable (up to 180 °) door 15, means (not shown) for testing the health of mobile chargers 3 placed in the charging station 1, and a counter (not shown) of the time of removal and return of mobile chargers 3. The mechanism (means) 14 may have a locking pin 17, which is inserted into the side of the PB 3.

Each charging station 1 is preferably made in the form of an autonomous automated terminal 1 and equipped with a backup uninterruptible power supply (not shown), and the controller of each of the charging stations 1 is connected to the server 7 via the Internet 8.

Each charging station (terminal) 1 is equipped with means of visual presentation on the LCD 9 to the user of information from the group: about the procedure for calculating and using mobile chargers, about the availability of ready-to-use mobile chargers at this charging station, about the availability of ready-to-use mobile chargers devices at other charging stations. These means of visual presentation of information are made in the form of a touch interactive LCD display 9 with the possibility of additional demonstration of advertising information. For the same purposes, the entire area of the outer surface of the PB 3 can serve for placing advertising and other information.

Charging stations 1 are equipped with means 10 for cash and / or non-cash reception of payment for rent and collateral value of mobile chargers 3 from the group: coin acceptor, bill acceptor, card reader, as well as a receipt printer 11.

The charging stations 1 can be provided with means (not shown) for recording the surrounding area.

Charging stations 1 can be made with cells 2, which are equipped with electromechanical means 14 for controlling access to a ready-for-use removable mobile charger 3 in the form of a holding device 14 and a slide for installing mobile chargers (PB) 3 in the position of mating their electrical connector 4 for charging the drive with the mating connector 5 of the cell 2 of the charging station 1, while blocking unauthorized access to the removable mobile charger 3.

At least one charging station 1 is equipped with an additional bunker 12 protected from unauthorized access for placing mobile chargers 3 and means for registering their placement in this bunker 12.

The additional hopper 12 may be provided with an access portal 13 and an elevator and / or robotic arm (not shown) for moving the mobile chargers 3 to a storage position.

The server 7 for controlling the charging stations 1 is configured to generate information about the current state of all charging stations 1 and transmit it using an application to users. Terminals 1 and server 7 can have a dedicated secure communication network 16.

Charging stations 1 are preferably made in the form of terminals 1, installed permanently in public places in the area of intense passenger traffic, and each equipped with a vending machine and a dispenser (not shown) for the sale and selective dispensing of related products (for example, usb cables, etc.).

In particular cases, for receiving and dispensing, the terminal 1 can be equipped with one or two portals 13. In this case, the use of the so-called carousel / drum or winchester / terminal 1 scheme can be provided.

The charging system for mobile devices functions as follows, for this purpose it performs actions on material objects using material means.

A stationary charging station (autonomous automated terminal 1 - hereinafter referred to as "terminal 1") simultaneously charges a large number of external batteries, i.e. mobile chargers 3, identical to those called "powerbank" 3 (hereinafter referred to as PB 3), which in turn are necessary for partial recharging or full charging of phones and any mobile communicators, tablets, video and cameras, devices (device is a multifunctional device) and other gadgets 6 (gadget is a portable electronic device).

Terminal 1 receives power from the city's 220 volt network, and can receive power from a built-in or portable uninterruptible power supply.

The ergonomic body of Terminal 1 is shaped to suit industrial aesthetics. It can be made in the form of a rack with a section of any geometric shape: rectangular, square, round, oval, triangular, polygonal, etc., or in a combination of several geometric shapes.

The principal feature of the claimed system is that the terminal 1 provides the user with a ready-made, pre-charged and tested for serviceability PB 3, and the user receives it after payment (in cash or non-cash) for rent, i.e. for rent - for temporary use. The payment has two parts. The first part is a deposit, it can also be used as an advance payment or a subscription for a certain period (month, quarter, six months, a year), the second part is a time-based payment for PB 3 rent.

The proposed system has expanded functionality to solve the problem of timely autonomous charging of gadgets 6. The user in the proposed charging system can freely move around the city by putting a compact charger in his pocket while charging (PB 3). Upon completion of charging, the user can be relieved of the need to further carry the PB 3 by handing it over at a selected geographical point of the city, in accordance with his route and with the territorial location of terminals 1 of the system. This is possible due to the fact that in the network of such a system, terminals 1 are dispersed in an optimal way in different, mainly connected by vehicles, places of the city. It will be enough for the user to return (insert manually) the used PB 3 to a similar terminal 1, but in a different place on his route. For the convenience of the user, the corresponding application informs, using a map of the settlement, about the location, the number of terminals 1 and the nearest of them to the user's current location. It is also possible to provide information on the availability of free cells 2 and / or additional receiving portals 13 and bunkers 12 - accumulators in terminals 1 for returning PB 3.

The implementation of the above procedure is further explained below.

The user of gadget 6 (phone, tablet, photo, video camera) needs, for example, at the moment to go by public transport (metro) to the other end of the city. Today, he used his mobile phone or other gadget more than usual 6, or simply forgot to put him on charge in the evening. As a result, the battery of phone 6 is discharged. The situation is difficult. And here the proposed system comes to his aid, terminal 1 of which is located on the user's route. Terminal 1 is equipped with an information display (for example, a touchscreen - glass with a touchscreen) LCD 9 (monitor) with a convenient diagonal size, a coin and bill acceptor, a card reader, and an 11 receipt printer. It is possible that there is a keyboard in terminal 1.

Before entering a station or subway car, seeing such terminal 1, the user approaches it, examines the terms of service, selects the payment method (by card, cash) on the touchscreen LCD 9 or on the keyboard, as well as PB parameters 3, necessary for charging the gadget (values of current, capacity) and, if necessary, other conditions provided by the system. After the completion of these rather quick preliminary actions, which are recorded by the controller of the terminal 1 and transmitted to the central server 7 of the system, the user, in accordance with the information generated by the controller on the LCD 9 of the terminal 1, pays through the card reader or through the coin acceptor and / or bill acceptor 10 collateral value / as a refundable deposit /. The information about the accepted payment is processed by the controller of the terminal 1 and transmitted to the central server 7 of the system. Having paid the collateral value of PB 3 and having received, if desired, a check from the printer 11, the user calmly takes with him on a trip by transport or on foot, ready for work PB 3 and uses it for its intended purpose in the usual way. While the user is moving along the route, his mobile device is charged 6. Time on the road is not wasted. After PB 3 is returned to Terminal 1, selected for return, the collateral value is returned minus the rent of PB 3 itself.

On the LCD 9, at the request of an interested advertiser, it is possible to additionally broadcast commercials, thus providing additional functionality and additional advertising revenue during the operation of the claimed system.

The terminal 1 is preferably equipped with individual cells 2 for charging and storing in standby mode charged PBs 3, which in turn are equipped with an access control device 14 preventing unauthorized access, which prevents the PB 3 from being pulled out of the cell 2 without appropriate payment. There can be as many cells as you want. Cell 2 access control means 14 releases access to BOP 3 after terminal 1 receives payment. Cells 2 are made with grooves, which can have different locations relative to the terminal 1 housing itself: vertical, horizontal, at an angle (with an inclination), with the possibility of longitudinal and lateral reception of PB 3.

Thus, upon completion of use, PB 3 is inserted (returned) by the user into a similar cell 2 of the nearest terminal 1, in a convenient place on the route. In the application of gadget 6, the current state of all terminals 1 will be displayed. The user can receive information about the location of terminals 1 of the system remotely through his personal account.

After the returned PB 3 is inserted into free slot 2, the terminal controller 1. tests (with a scanner and / or tester) the returned PB 3 for faults, recognizes the integrity and originality of PB 3, and only after these actions the lease period ends. The money is debited from the deposit for the actual (per minute) use of the PB 3. The inserted PB 3 is securely fixed with the corresponding holding device (means) 14, which will be equipped with all terminals 1 The principle of the device 14 for holding (securing) PB 3 may be different. This can be, for example, a recess and a hole in the PB 3 housing, into which a fixing pin enters, like a bolt from a door lock. The recess or hole can be in any convenient place of the PC case 3. Alternatively, means 14 can be implemented similar to the mechanism for holding a credit card at an ATM, etc. After use, when returning PB 3, the latter, moving into cell 2 along rigid guides (sleds) that do not allow skewing, enters simultaneously with its original connecting device 4 into the mating part of the plug or connector 5 of cell 2 of terminal 1. Through such a connector 4-5 and PB 3 itself is charged from the network during the period of stay in cell 2. All cells 2 of terminal 1 must be equipped with such connectors 5.

In particular cases of implementation of the system, terminal 1 can be equipped with a vending machine for the sale of cables in capsules or without them. The capsules contain a universal cable with connectors for charging any, preferably the most popular brands of smartphones, phones, tablets and other gadgets 6. The sale of such cables can be carried out regardless of the need for charging and the process of obtaining PB 3 for temporary use described above.

In particular cases of the implementation of the system, any terminal 1 located in the places of the highest passenger traffic (terminal metro stations) can be equipped with an additional bunker 12, protected from burglary - a storage device for receiving user-supplied PB 3. In the event that all cells 2 are occupied, PBZ is identified by the controller terminal 1 by its barcode. This barcode is applied to any easy-to-read side of PB 3 and is made of a wear-resistant, non-peelable coating.

In all cases, all receiving portals 13 are equipped with a UV device. This is done in order to destroy bacteria, disinfect and disinfect. Information that Terminal 1 is equipped with this device will be displayed in the most visible place on the body of Terminal 1.

If a special portal 13 is provided for this - a special cell for loading into the bunker 12, such a portal 13 must also be equipped with a scanner and a tester for checking the integrity and originality of the returned PB 3. Bunker 12 can expediently be equipped with a receiving elevator for careful reception and premises PB 3 into the cavity of the bunker 12. Further, as the next PB 3 are issued and the cells are released, the returned PB 3 are automatically placed from the bunker 12 into the free cells 2 of terminal 1 for charging, or distributed by the operator, if necessary. All data on the operation of the network of terminals 1 is transmitted to the central server 7 of the system control, which allows you to analyze the statistics of requests for the service, as well as configure the receipt, if necessary, of information CMC on the user's phone 6. The number of calls across the entire network of terminals 1 is displayed on-line. The software of the central server 7 of the system, which receives and processes information from each controller of terminals 1, allows you to monitor and analyze all analytics and the history of the operation of terminals 1 for its optimization.

The location of terminals 1 of the system in the serviced territory (city) is displayed in a mobile application that can be installed free of charge on your phone (gadget) 6. The application can be implemented in various versions, for example: for ios and for Android. When editing a profile, the application allows you to bind and unbind the Troika card. In the application, you can find out in which specific terminals 1 it is currently possible to receive or return a PB 3. This information is also presented on the system's website in on-line mode.

Terminals 1 are installed based on real passenger flows, namely in those places where it is impossible not to notice them: in the lobby of metro stations, in metro passages, in TPU, in large shopping centers, in the lobby or in the lobby of social and entertainment establishments. Terminal 1 case is permanently fixed through anchors to the floor or to the wall.

At the same time, the proposed system focuses on meeting the needs and saving time of mobile business users, which is realized, in particular, due to the functional and design differences used in the system and connected by the central server 7 terminals 1, as well as the used chargers (PB 3) , enabling the user to be in free movement mode while charging his gadget.

The PB 3 itself can be made in the form of a conventional energy storage device, i.e. an external battery based on a lithium polymer or lithium-ion battery. Externally, PB 3 can have any geometric shape: round, square, rectangular, etc. The PS has, as a rule, a light indication of the charging level. Essential for the PB 3 used in this system is its anti-vandalism, with an original electrical input (connector 4, for example, a socket), compatible only with a special connector (connector 5, for example, a plug) of cell 2 of terminal 1 and incompatible with other existing conventional purposes of charging PB 3 connectors / for example, microusb / for charging. This is done so that an unscrupulous user does not have the temptation to appropriate the PB 3 belonging to the system. the collateral value of PB 3, as a rule, is significantly less than the actual cost of the new PB. In the proposed system, each PB 3 can have one or two USB outputs with different current strengths 1A and 2A and different capacities: for example, from 500 to 15000 mAh. PB 3 with different capacities have different cost of the time-based rent payment. All PB 3 are equipped with appropriate means of software interaction with terminal controllers 1.

If the test result of the returned PB 3 is negative, terminal 1 will not accept into its cell 2 such PB 3, which has signs of malfunctioning or mechanical violation of its integrity. In this case, the collateral value of PB 3 is not refundable. In any situation, a faulty PB 3 must not be issued by terminal 1 to the user.

Placement and locking of PB 3 in cell 2 of terminal 1 can be organized in different ways. As a rule, cell 2 is an ordinary small box, the dimensions of which are chosen according to the convenience of the user - with one hand he can remove the PB 3, i.e. disconnect it from the charging connector, and after use insert this PB 3. back. Such a box can have, for example, a blank or glass door 15. The door 15 can be closed with a mechanical lock, which is automatically unlocked and can be opened for access by the user only after the terminal 1 accepts payment. Payment calculation stops at the moment when the user inserted the returned PB 3 into terminal 1 - into cell 2, and with connector 4 - into connector 5 for charging and closed the door, or into an additional return portal 13, if any. Door 15 lock will close automatically. All details: lock and door 15, should be made of durable materials to exclude the possibility of unauthorized access - burglary.

For security reasons, when the user receives PB 3, he must close cell 2 (box) so that it is locked with a padlock 14. The user can be given (transmitted in the form of CMC) a code with which he will open cell 2 to return PB 3 in that the same or in another terminal 1.

In special cases, the implementation of the PB 3 system is issued and inserted into one of the free cells located on the main area of the front face of the terminal 1. In this case, the extraction and return to the free cell 2 is carried out “manually”, with the participation of the user himself. When the terminal receives 1 PB 3, the device of the latter remains to be tested and locked, i.e. block PB 3 from access and put it in charging and standby mode. Unlocking takes place in the reverse order.

In other cases of practical implementation of the claimed system, the use of the so-called carousel / drum or winchester / terminal scheme may be envisaged. Various designs of such a terminal 1 also allow providing the necessary functionality of the system. In this case, the issuance and return of PB 3 is carried out through one or two portals 13. In this case, the drum tape itself is a free clip - a combined cell 2 for returned PB 3. If the testing procedure of the returned PB 3 is successful, it is sent to the inserted clip. The holder has guide grooves for holding the PB 3 The grooves are used for error-free joining of PB 3 with the connector in the holder, through which the PB 3 is charged from terminal 1. The number of places (cells) 2 depends on the size / diameter / drum or tape of this carousel. The drum can be round or oval. There can be several drums on the axis. Drums with 2 cells can move along the axis vertically - if their common axis is located vertically, or horizontally - if located horizontally, like the axis of a water mill wheel.

This allows you to put a free cell 2 for receiving PB 3 at the desired coordinate point, and vice versa, ready for operation PB 3 is placed opposite the opening portal 13 for subsequent issuance to the next user.

In addition, in other cases, the implementation of the cell 2 may not be equipped with an individual locking / holding / means 14. The role of the locking lock from unauthorized removal of the PB 3 in this case is played by transparent impact-resistant glass or a dull closed panel. There can be several panels. In this version, PB 3, as in the previous case, enters the desired cell 2 through the portal 13 to receive terminal 2. Having passed the testing procedure for serviceability, PB 3 enters, for example, a holding movable elevator. At the same time, the software of the terminal 1 controller informs the elevator about the location of the free cell 2 for moving the returned PB 3 into it. The principle of connection to the connector 4 for charging the PB 3 in this case is the same as in all others. Delivery and collection takes place in reverse order, using the same lift. In terminal 1, you should bring the PB 3 to the required coordinates so that it is at the access level for issuance. The elevator device is preferably such that it allows the holding device to operate in all planes, without limitation. As in the previous case, the issuance and reception of PB 3 can be carried out either through the same portal 13, in which case it will be the only one.

In other embodiments, for receiving and dispensing, the terminal 1 may be equipped with two portals 13 - one for receiving and the other for dispensing. In this case, there is no need to equip each cell 2 with an individual means 14 for locking against unauthorized removal of the PB 3. The front panel reliably protects all PB 3. In this case, there is no need to make an additional portal 13 - a receiver for the storage hopper 12. If all cells 2 are occupied and PB 3 are in charging mode, the software of the terminal 1 controller, using the same elevator, will send an extra PB 3 to an additional special bunker 12 for setting this PB 3 in the waiting mode for its charging queue. The terminal 1 controller program will track the free slots (cells) 2 for charging the PB 3 and fill them at the right time as needed.

As a result, a system has been created that provides a combination in time of long-term storage in a state of readiness and continuous duty with continuous monitoring of the health and readiness for use of chargers on the route of users. The proposed system is capable of promptly, on demand, providing a conscientious user with access to an autonomous charger and relevant information, and thus the possibility of renting an autonomous charger (external battery - PB), as needed, for intended use, i.e. for the period of charging (recharging) a mobile device. The user is not bound by the condition of a mandatory return to the original point of receipt of an autonomous charger (PB), since he can return the received charger in several places in the territory of the stationary charging stations (terminals) of the system. The chargers in the proposed system are fully charged during the entire storage period, are monitored in a state of readiness for issuance to users and are protected as much as possible from vandalism, accidental mechanical influences, the effects of climatic factors, as well as from unauthorized access. All these conditions are provided by the claimed system, and the user is exempted from solving these problems.

Claims (8)

1. A system for charging mobile devices, comprising charging stations with lockable places for installing, charging and storing removable mobile chargers, each with an electric energy storage device, with one electrical connector for charging the storage device when mated with a mating connector of the charging station and with another electrical connector for connecting the energy storage device to the battery of a mobile device when it is paired with the mating connector of the latter, as well as a central server for managing charging stations, configured to calculate the collateral value and rent for using any of the mobile chargers and generate information about the current state of all charging stations for transmission its users using the application, and each charging station is designed as an autonomous automated terminal and is equipped with video recording of the surrounding space, a backup uninterruptible power supply, and controller connected to the central server and configured to interact with an access control mechanism for a ready-to-use removable mobile charger, and at least one charging station is equipped with an additional hopper protected from unauthorized access for placing mobile chargers and means for registering their placement in this bunker, means of testing the operability of mobile chargers placed in the charging station, and a counter for the withdrawal and return of mobile chargers, while the charging stations are equipped with means of cash and / or non-cash acceptance of rental payments and the collateral value of mobile chargers. 2. The system according to claim 1, characterized in that the controller of each of the charging stations is connected to the server via the Internet. 3. The system according to claim 2, characterized in that each charging station is equipped with means of visual presentation to the user of information from the group: about the procedure for calculating and using mobile chargers, about the presence of ready-to-use mobile chargers at the given charging station, about the availability of ready-to-use using mobile chargers at other charging stations. 4. The system according to claim 3, characterized in that the means of visual presentation of information are made in the form of a touch interactive LCD display with the possibility of additional demonstration of advertising information. 5. The system according to any one of paragraphs. 1-4, characterized in that the charging stations are equipped with means for receiving payment from the group: coin acceptor, bill acceptor, card reader, as well as a receipt printer. 6. System according to any one of paragraphs. 1-4, characterized in that the charging stations are made with cells, which are equipped with a slide for installing mobile chargers in the position of pairing their electrical connector to charge the storage device with the charging station's mating connector, while blocking unauthorized access to the removable mobile charger. 7. The system according to PP. 1-4, characterized in that the additional hopper is provided with an access portal and an elevator for moving the mobile chargers to the storage position. 8. The system according to any one of paragraphs. 1-4, characterized in that the charging stations are made in the form of terminals installed permanently in public places in the area of intense passenger traffic and are each equipped with a vending machine and a dispenser for the sale and selective dispensing of related goods.

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