TWM523913U - Thermal sensing stored-value card balances display device - Google Patents

Description

Thermal stored value card balance display device

The present invention provides a thermal stored value card balance display device, in particular, a thermal stored value card balance display device that automatically generates stored value card balance information on a stored value card by using a thermal sense method to generate electric energy.

According to the current existing smart cards, the methods of relying on and reading data can be divided into inductive and contact smart cards; inductive electronic smart cards use inductive methods to access data, for example, for the public. Traveling cards such as leisure cards or e-wallets; contact-type electronic smart cards are suitable for wafer financial cards or credit cards. However, in general, the existing electronic smart card has no display function, and cannot display the balance of the inductive electronic smart card, such as the balance of the leisure card or the electronic wallet, so that the user can only know the balance when the amount of the smart card changes. If you use a leisure card to spend, or add value to the wallet, it is extremely inconvenient for the user.

For example, the Intellectual Property Office of the Ministry of Economic Affairs of the Republic of China announced the patent M376839 "Smart Card with Display Function", which uses a "button" fixed on the flexible circuit board and electrically connected to its data storage IC for the user to press. A press signal can be transmitted to the data storage IC to display the balance on its screen module, thereby simplifying the way of querying the smart card balance and increasing user convenience.

However, when the above smart card is used, the following problems and defects are still needed to be improved:

1. Traditional smart cards cannot be used to check the remaining amount at any time.

2. The smart card of the above cited case uses the button to drive the smart card to instantly display the remaining amount on the screen module, but the button driver still contains the following problems: first, the smart card volume is increased; second, the button itself must exist. The number of times is limited; thirdly, it is easy to accidentally touch the button when the card is stored; fourthly, the button driving method still depends on the power.

Therefore, how to solve the above problems and deficiencies in the past, that is, the applicants of the new type and the relevant manufacturers engaged in this industry are eager to study the direction of improvement.

Therefore, in view of the above-mentioned shortcomings, the applicants of this new type have collected relevant information, and through multi-party evaluation and consideration, and through years of experience in the industry, through continuous trial and modification, they have designed such a use of thermal sensation. The new patent holder of the thermal stored value card balance display device on the stored value card is automatically displayed on the stored value card.

The main purpose of the novel is to use a simple and intuitive thermal sense method to convert the thermal energy into electrical energy and read the remaining amount of the stored value card, and display it on the stored value card for the user to view, and achieve a simple structure and low cost. Long life and easy to use.

In order to achieve the above objective, the structure of the present invention comprises: a stored value card body, wherein the stored value card body is provided with a data processing module for generating a balance information, and an electrical connection is arranged on the side of the stored value card body. a balance display module of the data processing module, and at least one thermal sensing component electrically connected to the data processing module is disposed on the side of the stored value card body, and sensing a temperature change to drive the data processing module; When the user applies the new type to the smart card with the amount of stored value function, the pressing action of the finger can be simply used to transmit the temperature of the human body to the thermal sensing element, and the thermal energy is converted into electrical energy through the thermal sensing element. Driving the data processing module, at this time, the data processing module can generate a balance information, so that the balance information is displayed on the balance display module, so that the user can use the simple and intuitive operation mode to store the value of the card body. The remaining amount is directly displayed on the balance display module, and the purpose of immediately checking the balance is further simplified, low cost, long service life and no external power supply. Step sex.

With the above technology, it is possible to break through the problems of the complicated structure, the short service life, the possibility of accidental touch, the need for power supply, and the increase of the card volume in the manner of displaying the balance by the conventional smart card. Practical advancement of the above advantages.

1, 1a, 1b, 1c‧‧‧ stored value card body

11a‧‧‧ Limit slot

12a‧‧‧Protective layer

13b‧‧‧Perforation

14b‧‧‧Protective layer

2, 2c‧‧‧ data processing module

21, 21c‧‧‧ Data Storage Department

22c‧‧‧Cloud Database

3‧‧‧ Balance display module

4, 4a, 4b‧‧‧ thermal sensing components

41‧‧‧Adhesive Department

The first figure is a perspective view of a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The second drawing is an exploded view of the preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The third diagram is a diagram showing the state of use of the preferred embodiment of the present invention.

The fourth figure is a perspective view of still another embodiment of the present invention.

The fifth drawing is a cross-sectional view taken along line A-A of the fourth drawing of the present invention.

Figure 6 is a perspective view of still another embodiment of the present invention.

The seventh drawing is a cross-sectional view taken along line B-B of the sixth drawing of the present invention.

The eighth figure is a use state diagram of another embodiment of the present invention.

In order to achieve the above objects and effects, the technical means and structure adopted by the present invention are described in detail in the preferred embodiment of the present invention, and the features and functions thereof are as follows.

Please refer to the first and second figures, which are perspective views and exploded views of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. It can be clearly seen from the figure that the novel system includes: a stored value card body 1, the stored value card body 1 is one of a leisure card, an electronic wallet or an electronic tag (eTag); a data processing module 2 disposed in the stored value card body 1 is for generating a balance information, and the data processing module 2 The information storage unit 21 is provided with a data storage unit 21 for storing the stored value card balance information. The data storage unit 21 is disposed in the stored value card body 1; and is disposed on the side of the stored value card body 1 and electrically connected to the data. The balance display module 3 of the processing module 2; and at least one thermal sensing component 4 disposed on the side of the stored value card body 1 and electrically connected to the data processing module 2, sensing body temperature changes to drive the data processing The module 2 has at least one adhesive portion 41 on one side of the thermal sensing element 4 for being adhesively fixed to the stored value card body 1.

With the above description, the structure of the present technology can be understood, and according to the corresponding cooperation of the structure, the advantage of automatically generating the stored-value card balance information on the stored value card by using the thermal sensation method can be achieved, and the details are detailed. The explanation will be explained below.

Please refer to the first to third figures at the same time, which is a perspective view, an exploded view and a use state diagram of the preferred embodiment of the present invention. When the above components are assembled, it can be clearly seen from the figure that the novel phase Compared with the general stored value card, at least one thermal sensing component 4 and a balance display module 3 are added to the appearance. The thermal sensing component 4 is adhered to the stored value card body 1 by using the adhesive portion 41 in this embodiment. The balance display module 3 is disposed on the stored value card body 1 in a thin film display structure, so that the overall structure is very simple and the volume is not significantly increased.

When the user wants to view the remaining amount of the stored value card body 1, the finger is pressed against the heat sensing element 4 to transfer the temperature of the human body to the heat sensing element 4 (if the finger is cold, the temperature can also be increased by using the squatting method). The heat sensing element 4 automatically collects heat energy and converts the heat energy when the heat energy accumulates to a predetermined value. The data processing module 2 is driven by the data processing module 2, and the data storage unit 21 for storing the stored value card balance information is converted by the signal processing to convert the stored balance card balance information. The balance information that the module 3 can read is displayed on the balance display module 3 on the side of the stored value card body 1 for the purpose of allowing the user to view the remaining amount.

The thermal sensing element 4 is a thermoelectric material, and is matched with a nano crystal of nanotechnology to generate electric energy by subjecting the nano crystal to pressure, pushing or displacement via a piezoelectric effect. Taking the thermal sensor developed by ITRI as an example, a low-power circuit design can be used to collect tiny electric energy converted from temperature to electric energy. When the temperature difference exceeds 2 ° C, 500 μW of power can be generated, and the 2.5 V LED can be driven. It can be seen from the above that the present invention eliminates the need to provide a power supply in the stored value card body 1 by the principle of thermal power transfer, and improves the conventional button driving method to solve the problem that the pressing action life is short and the error is easy to be touched. And so on, but with its progress.

Please refer to the fourth and fifth figures at the same time, which is a perspective view of a further embodiment of the present invention and a cross-sectional view taken along line AA of the fourth figure. It can be clearly seen from the figure that the embodiment and the above embodiment are Similarly, only the arrangement of the thermal sensing element 4a is changed, so that the stored value card body 1a has a limiting slot 11a for receiving the thermal sensing element 4a, and a protective layer 12a for shielding the thermal sensing element 4a. The thermal sensing element 4a is received in the limiting groove 11a so as not to emboss on the surface of the stored value card body 1a at all, while the thermal sensing element 4a is shielded by the protective layer 12a from being affected by an external force, and the protective layer 12a is shielded from the external force. It is one of light transmissivity, thermal conductivity or flexibility, and can be easily combined with the stored value card body 1a without affecting the functionality of the thermal sensing element 4a.

Please also refer to the sixth and seventh figures, which are a perspective view of another embodiment of the present invention and a cross-sectional view taken along line BB of the sixth figure. It can be clearly seen from the figure that the present embodiment and the above embodiment are In the same way, only the arrangement of the thermal sensing element 4b is changed, so that the stored value card body 1b has a perforated portion 13b for providing the thermal sensing element 4b, and has a covering portion 13b on both sides of the stored value card body 1b. The protective layer 14b is configured to receive the thermal sensing element 4b in the perforated portion 13b so as not to protrude outside the surface of the stored value card body 1b, so that the user can simultaneously perform the two outer surfaces of the thermal sensing element 4b. The heat energy is transmitted, and the sensing speed is increased, and the thermal sensing element 4b is shielded by the protective layer 14b from being affected by an external force, and the protective layer 14b is one of light transmissivity, thermal conductivity or flexibility, and It is easily incorporated into the stored value card body 1b without affecting the functionality of the thermal sensing element 4b.

Please also refer to the eighth figure, which is a state diagram of the use of another embodiment of the present invention. As can be clearly seen from the figure, in this embodiment, the data storage unit 21c storing the stored value card balance information is disposed in a cloud database 22c, and the location change of the data storage unit 21c does not affect the overall functionality. Since the data storage unit 21c is also connected to the data storage unit 21c, the data storage unit 21c is not described here. However, since the data storage unit 21c is not provided in the stored value card main body 1c, the cost of the present invention can be reduced, and the remote information link can be changed. The method reads the stored-value card balance information in the cloud database 22c.

However, the above description is only the preferred embodiment of the present invention, and thus does not limit the scope of the patent of the present invention. Therefore, all the simple modifications and equivalent structural changes that are made by using the present specification and the drawings are the same. It is included in the scope of this new patent and is given to Chen Ming.

In summary, the new type of thermal stored value card balance display device can achieve its efficacy and purpose when used, so the new type is a new type of practicality, which is in line with the application requirements of the new patent, Applying in accordance with the law, I hope that the trial committee will grant this new type as soon as possible to protect the applicant's hard work. If there is any doubt in the trial committee, please do not hesitate to give instructions, the creator will try his best to cooperate and feel good.

2‧‧‧ Data Processing Module

21‧‧‧Data Storage Department

4‧‧‧Thermal components

41‧‧‧Adhesive Department

Claims (10)

A thermal stored value card balance display device comprises: a stored value card body; a data processing module disposed in the stored value card body for generating a balance information; and a set of the stored value card body And a balance display module electrically connected to the data processing module; and at least one thermal sensing component disposed on one side of the stored value card body and electrically connected to the data processing module, sensing a temperature change to drive the Data processing module. The thermal storage card balance display device according to the first aspect of the invention, wherein the thermal sensing element has at least one adhesive portion on one side for attaching and fixing to the stored value card body. The thermal storage card balance display device according to the first aspect of the invention, wherein the stored value card body has a limiting slot for receiving the thermal sensing component. The thermal storage card balance display device according to claim 3, wherein the stored value card body has a protective layer for shielding the thermal sensing element. The thermal storage card balance display device of claim 4, wherein the protective layer has one of light transmissivity, thermal conductivity or flexibility. The thermal storage card balance display device according to claim 1, wherein the stored value card body has a perforated portion for providing the thermal sensing element. The thermal storage card balance display device of claim 6, wherein each side of the stored value card body has a protective layer covering the perforated portion for shielding the thermal sensing element. The thermal storage card balance display device according to claim 7, wherein the protective layer has one of light transmissivity, thermal conductivity or flexibility. The thermal storage card balance display device of claim 1, wherein the data processing module is a data storage unit for storing and storing the balance value information of the stored value card, and the data storage unit is set at the stored value. Card body or a cloud database. The thermal storage card balance display device according to claim 1, wherein the stored value card system is one of a leisure card, an electronic wallet or an electronic tag (eTag).