TWI588320B - A traffic warning device and system - Google Patents

Description

Traffic warning device and system thereof

The invention relates to a warning device, in particular to a traffic warning device and a system thereof applied to a traffic sign.

Traffic signs are generally placed in frequent places where people and vehicles are used to direct traffic, thereby facilitating the passage of people and vehicles to ensure the safety of traffic. For example, a traffic light is one of the traffic signs. It is usually set at a fork or other special place. Its main function is to use different round red, yellow and green lights and arrow patterns to assign different directions in different ways. The right to travel of traffic to control the driving and steering of vehicle drivers and pedestrians.

With the advancement of technology, transportation units have been able to use the advanced electronics, communications, computers and sensing technologies to transmit traffic information or disaster conditions of roads through instant information, providing more efficient and immediate services to the public. The general public needs to be able to get instant traffic information or disaster situations in the following ways:

1. Broadcasting: The people mainly listen to the road conditions through the radio. The advantage is that the radio and broadcasting base stations have a high penetration rate and low equipment costs. However, the source of the broadcast message must rely on the staff of the radio station to first manually query the units for traffic information or disaster conditions, and then transmit it to the public through the broadcast. The speed of transmission is slow, and the people cannot choose the section they want to listen to. , and does not meet the needs of use.

2, the Internet: use computers, mobile phones to access the various units through the Internet connection, the advantage is that you can get the most immediate traffic information, but not all drivers are equipped with computers or mobile phones that can be connected to the Internet, and No matter whether it is a computer or a mobile phone, it is necessary to input the inquiry items and the actions of the place, and the driving in the driving is often unable to distract the computer or the mobile phone.

In addition, due to the impact of global warming, Taiwan has been flooded with natural disasters in recent years. Therefore, if various disaster warning functions are given to traffic signs, the public will be notified of the timely notification and Evacuation can often minimize the damage caused by emergency disasters and give traffic signs more scientific and humanized use.

The reason is that the inventor felt that the traffic sign was still unable to actively report and display the flooding situation, so he developed and designed a new type of traffic warning device by intensively thinking and actively researching.

In view of the above, it is an object of the present invention to provide a traffic alert device having a flooding condition warning function.

The traffic warning device of the present invention comprises a base, a water level detecting unit, and a connecting unit, wherein the base has a body and a display portion disposed on the body and capable of displaying a traffic sign, the water level The detecting unit is configured to detect whether the water level height around the pedestal exceeds a set height, and the connecting unit is connected to the water level detecting unit for signal connection, wherein when the water level detecting unit detects the When the water level around the pedestal exceeds the set height, the display portion of the pedestal displays a water level warning message, and the water level warning message is transmitted through the connection unit.

Another technical means of the present invention is that the traffic alert device further includes a control unit, and when the water level detecting unit detects that the water level around the base exceeds the set height, the control unit is activated, The effect of road control is generated around the traffic alert device.

Another technical means of the present invention is that the traffic alert device further includes a monitoring unit for monitoring the surrounding condition of the traffic alert device by image recording.

A further technical means of the present invention is that the image recorded by the monitoring unit can be transmitted outside through the connection unit.

The present invention further provides a traffic alert system comprising a central control unit and a plurality of the aforementioned traffic alert devices.

The central control unit has a receiving module and a transmitting module. Each of the traffic alerting devices includes a base, a water level detecting unit, and a connecting unit. The base has a body and a body. And displaying the traffic sign display unit, wherein the water level detecting unit is configured to detect whether the water level height around the base exceeds a set height, and the connecting unit is connected to the water level detecting unit for signal connection . Wherein, when the water level detecting unit of one of the traffic warning devices detects that the water level height around the base exceeds the set height, the display portion of the base displays a water level warning message, and transmits the water level through the connecting unit The warning message is sent to the receiving module of the central control unit, and the transmitting module of the central control unit can transfer the water level warning message to at least one other traffic alert device.

Another technical means of the present invention is that the central control unit can determine whether to activate the display of other traffic alert devices according to the distance between the traffic alert device and the other traffic alert devices whose water level exceeds the set height. The department displays the water level warning message.

Another technical means of the present invention is that each traffic alert device further includes a control unit, and when the water level detecting unit detects that the water level around the base exceeds the set height, the control unit is activated to The effect of using the road control around the traffic alert device.

Another technical means of the present invention is that the central control unit can determine whether to activate other traffic warning devices according to the distance between the traffic alert device and the other traffic alert devices whose water level exceeds the set height. unit.

Another technical means of the present invention is that each traffic alert device further includes a monitoring unit for monitoring the surrounding condition of the traffic alert device by image recording.

Another technical means of the present invention is that the image recorded by the monitoring unit can be transmitted to the receiving module of the central control unit through the connection unit.

The beneficial effect of the invention is that the flooding disaster is displayed at the first time to inform the passers-by and the general public to prepare for timely evacuation, and minimize the damage caused by the flooding disaster.

10‧‧‧Traffic warning device

12‧‧‧ Pedestal

14‧‧‧Water level detection unit

16‧‧‧Connection unit

18‧‧‧Control unit

22‧‧‧Monitoring unit

24‧‧‧Ontology

26‧‧‧Display Department

30‧‧‧Central Control Unit

32‧‧‧ receiving module

34‧‧‧Send module

1 is a perspective view showing a preferred embodiment of the traffic warning device of the present invention; FIG. 2 is a system block diagram for explaining the traffic warning device of the present invention shown in FIG. 1; FIG. 3 is a use state diagram, and an auxiliary explanatory diagram is provided. The display unit shown in FIG. 1 shows the situation of the water level warning message; FIG. 4 is a usage state diagram, which assists the description of the control unit shown in FIG. 1 , which is used to control the road around the traffic warning device; 5 is a perspective view showing a preferred embodiment of the traffic alert system of the present invention; and FIG. 6 is a system block diagram for assisting the traffic alert system of the present invention shown in FIG.

The detailed description of the preferred embodiments of the present invention will be apparent from the detailed description of the preferred embodiments.

Referring to Figures 1 and 2, a preferred embodiment of the traffic alert device 10 of the present invention includes a base 12, a water level detecting unit 14, a wiring unit 16, a control unit 18, and a monitoring unit 22, wherein The base 12 has a body 24 and a display portion 26 disposed on the body 24 and capable of displaying a traffic sign. The water level detecting unit 14 is configured to detect whether the water level around the base 12 exceeds a set height. The connection unit 16 is connected to the water level detecting unit 14 for signal connection.

Please refer to FIG. 1-3 together, the display portion of the base 12 26 is normally used as a traffic control, and may be a traffic light or an electronic kanban. When the water level detecting unit 14 detects that the water level around the pedestal 12 exceeds the set height, that is, an emergency situation in which flooding occurs, at this time, The display unit 26 can display a message as shown in FIG. 3 to convey the message to the passerby. Of course, in addition to displaying the flooding information, the traffic control, the vehicle accident, the road segment, the time, and the like can also be displayed. Therefore, the display unit 26 of the present embodiment is an electronic billboard that can display various messages.

With the above design, it is possible to remind passers-by that this section of the road is prohibited from passing. Other information such as traffic control, accidents or related disasters can also be transmitted to the traffic alert device 10 to notify the passers-by of the immediate road conditions to reduce the traffic accident rate.

Referring again to FIGS. 1, 2, and 4, when the water level detecting unit 14 detects that the water level around the base 12 exceeds the set height, the control unit 18 is also activated to the traffic. The effect of the road control is generated around the warning device 10. Further, the control unit 18 can be activated to generate a laser light fence. As a warning line for blocking the intersection, the control measures for prohibiting the passage around the flooding area can be effectively alerted. Passers-by can't go any further, reducing the damage of people and cars.

In addition, the monitoring unit 22 is a 360-degree panoramic monitor. Therefore, the monitoring unit 22 has a comprehensive monitoring range, and can monitor the road condition at any time, and the monitoring unit 22 monitors the traffic warning by using image recording. In the surrounding condition of the device 10, preferably, the image recorded by the monitoring unit 22 can be transmitted to the outside through the connecting unit 16.

Referring now to Figures 5 and 6, a preferred embodiment of the traffic alert system of the present invention is disclosed. The traffic alert system includes a central control unit 30, and a plurality of the aforementioned traffic alert devices 10, wherein the central control unit 30 has a The receiving module 32 and a transmitting module 34, when the water level detecting unit 14 of one of the traffic alerting devices 10 detects that the water level height around the susceptor 12 exceeds the set height, the display portion of the susceptor 12 26 is to display a water level warning message and transmit it through the connection unit 16. Further, the water level warning message is transmitted to the receiving module 32 of the central control unit 30, and the transmitting module 34 of the central control unit 30 can transfer the water level warning message to at least one other traffic warning device 10. .

Moreover, the central control unit 30 can be disposed at the police station. Therefore, when the traffic alert device 10 of a certain location detects the occurrence of a flooding condition, the traffic alert system notifies the central control unit 30 located at the police station. At the same time, the central control unit 30 can notify the other traffic alert devices 10 to display the flooding message and turn on the control unit 18 to prevent other vehicles from entering the flooding area.

Furthermore, each of the foregoing traffic alert devices 10 has a different distance from the flooding area. Therefore, the central control unit 30 can be used by the traffic alert device 10 and other traffic alert devices 10 according to the water level height exceeding the set height. The distance between the two is determined to determine whether to activate the display portion 26 of the other traffic alert device 10 to display the water level warning message or to activate the control unit 18 of the other traffic alert device 10.

In short, the closer the traffic warning device 10 is to the flooded area, the more it is necessary to display the water level warning message, and the control unit 18 is activated to perform traffic control. The farther away from the flooded area, the traffic warning device 10 can display Other information, and with the activation of the control unit 18, produces a laser light fence as a warning line to block the intersection to create an alternative road that does not lead to the flooded area, avoiding traffic congestion.

In addition, the image recorded by the monitoring unit 22 can be transmitted to the receiving module 32 of the central control unit 30 through the connecting unit 16, so that the accident and disaster pictures are completely recorded to the central control unit 30 located at the police station. It can be used to restore the site in the future.

Therefore, the traffic alert device 10 of the present invention has the following main advantages:

(1) Immediate disaster notification

The watermark detecting device 10 can use the water level detecting unit 14 to detect the flooding situation of each road segment, and use the display portion 26 to display the flooding disaster at the first time to notify the passers-by and the general public that the flooding is timely. Evacuation preparation to minimize the damage caused by flooding disasters.

(2) Traffic control

As described above, the display unit 26 can also display traffic control, vehicle accidents, road sections, time, and the like in real time, so that the passers-by can obtain the warning notice at any time.

(3) Actively control traffic lines

The traffic warning device 10 adjacent to the flooded area, its control unit 18 can be activated to generate a laser light fence, as a warning line for blocking the intersection, and control measures for prohibiting traffic around the flooding area, thereby warning the passers-by and the public to reduce People car damage.

(4) Different transportation planning according to the degree of disaster

The central control unit 30 controls the traffic alert device 10 of each road segment to determine whether to display the water level warning message by distance from the flooded area, or whether to activate the control unit 18, and further establish a Alternative roads in the water zone.

(5) Image record preservation evidence

Each of the traffic alert devices 10 can be reconfigured with the monitoring unit 22 so that the accident and disaster pictures can be completely recorded for later restoration of the site.

In summary, the present invention uses the water level detecting unit 14 to transmit the flooding condition to the display unit 26 at the first time, and uses the control unit 18 to control the surrounding of the flooding area to be prohibited. The unit 22 completely records the accident and disaster pictures, and cooperates with the central control unit 30 to manage the traffic warning devices 10 around the adjacent flooding area to establish an instant notification system to promptly inform the passers-by and the general public to make a good response. Measures.

The above is only the preferred embodiment of the present invention, and the scope of the invention is not limited thereto, that is, the simple equivalent changes and modifications made by the scope of the invention and the description of the invention are All remain within the scope of the invention patent.

10‧‧‧Traffic warning device

12‧‧‧ Pedestal

14‧‧‧Water level detection unit

16‧‧‧Connection unit

18‧‧‧Control unit

22‧‧‧Monitoring unit

24‧‧‧Ontology

26‧‧‧Display Department

Claims (8)

A traffic warning device includes: a base having a body and a display portion disposed on the body and capable of displaying a traffic sign; a water level detecting unit configured to detect whether a water level height around the base exceeds one a height is set; a connection unit is connected to the water level detecting unit; and a control unit is connected to the water level detecting unit; wherein the water level detecting unit detects the base When the surrounding water level exceeds the set height, the display portion of the base displays a water level warning message, and the water level warning message is transmitted through the connection unit, and the control unit is activated and generates a laser light fence. In order to produce a road control effect around the traffic warning device. According to the traffic warning device of claim 1, the monitoring unit further includes a monitoring unit for monitoring the surrounding condition of the traffic warning device by using image recording. The traffic alert device of claim 2, wherein the image recorded by the monitoring unit can be transmitted outside through the connection unit. A traffic warning system includes: a central control unit having a receiving module and a transmitting module; and a plurality of traffic alert devices, each of the traffic alert devices including a base, a water level detecting unit, and a connecting unit And one control The unit, wherein the base has a body and a display portion disposed on the body and capable of displaying a traffic sign, wherein the water level detecting unit is configured to detect whether the water level height around the base exceeds a set height, and the connection The line unit and the control unit are connected to the water level detecting unit; wherein when the water level detecting unit of one of the traffic warning devices detects that the water level around the base exceeds the set height, the The display portion of the base is to display a water level warning message, and at the same time, the control unit is activated and generates a laser light fence to generate a road control effect around the traffic warning device, and the water level warning is transmitted through the connection unit. The message is sent to the receiving module of the central control unit, and the transmitting module of the central control unit is capable of forwarding the water level warning message to at least one other traffic alert device. The traffic warning system according to claim 4, wherein the central control unit is capable of determining whether to activate other ones according to a distance between the traffic alert device and the other traffic alert devices whose water level exceeds the set height. The display portion of the traffic alert device displays a water level warning message. The traffic warning system according to claim 4, wherein the central control unit is capable of determining whether to activate other ones according to a distance between the traffic alert device and the other traffic alert devices whose water level exceeds the set height. Control unit for traffic warning devices. According to the traffic warning system described in claim 4, each traffic alert device further includes a monitoring unit for monitoring the surrounding condition of the traffic alert device by image recording. The traffic warning system of claim 7, wherein the image recorded by the monitoring unit can be transmitted to the receiving module of the central control unit through the connection unit.