WO2015030552A1

WO2015030552A1 - Unmanned laundry collection device

Info

Publication number: WO2015030552A1
Application number: PCT/KR2014/008143
Authority: WO
Inventors: 김미희; 이연화
Original assignee: Kim Mi Hi; Lee Youn Haw
Priority date: 2013-09-02
Filing date: 2014-09-01
Publication date: 2015-03-05
Also published as: KR20150026207A

Abstract

An embodiment of the present invention relates to a laundry service system. The laundry service system according to an embodiment of the present invention comprises: a plurality of unmanned laundry collection devices for receiving from a user, in an unmanned state, one or more pieces of information from among work request information on an item to be laundered or altered, laundry information, or user information, for processing payment of fees, and assigning a unique identification tag on the item to be laundered or altered; a laundry processing device for performing work on the item to be laundered or altered according to the information inputted by the user; and an unmanned laundry collection device for providing, in an unmanned state, the item to be laundered or altered on which the work has been performed by the laundry processing device, and delivering same to the user.

Description

Unattended laundry collection device

Embodiments of the present invention relate to a laundry collection device, and more particularly, to an unmanned laundry collection device for collecting the laundry unattended.

In addition to dry washing such as dry cleaning, laundry companies are also performing water washing and clothing repair, and these laundry companies are becoming more and more common, and are becoming larger, more specialized, and more mechanized.

Dry cleaning is often done professionally at the cleaner because it requires special equipment and techniques. This dry cleaning laundry is very effective for garment products such as wool, silk, acetate, which may be damaged by water and detergent, or the shape of the material may change.

However, the service provided by the conventional laundry company was inconvenient for the user to request a laundry. That is, since the user has to take the laundry directly to a nearby laundry, it is difficult for a user to visit a cleaner directly and request a laundry due to time constraints.

Of course, some dry cleaners provided services to visit their homes. In other words, in a dense residential area such as an apartment, a cleaner visits each family and collects laundry, but this is due to criminal activities such as theft and robbery impersonating a cleaner that is a social problem these days. There is a problem that the user requesting reluctance.

In addition, since the cleaner repeatedly performs the collection and delivery of a single laundry, the labor cost increases and the quality of the laundry service is hindered.

Embodiments of the present invention provide an unmanned laundry collection device that enables a user to request for washing or repairing laundry without restriction of time and place, as well as preventing the theft, damage, misoperation, and indirect contamination of the laundry. .

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the unmanned laundry collecting device includes an information input unit for inputting one or more pieces of information of work request information, laundry information, user information, and payment information, an image photographing unit for photographing a user or laundry, and the information. Display a payment processing unit for paying a fee according to the information input through the input unit, a central processing unit for processing the information input through the information input unit, the image photographing unit, and the payment processing unit, and the information processed by the central processing unit Or an information display unit for displaying an image captured by the image capturing unit, a tag issuing unit for issuing a unique identification tag according to the information processed through the central processing unit, and laundry having been settled according to a signal of the central processing unit. It includes a collection box for storing the goods.

The unmanned laundry collecting apparatus may further include a communication module unit configured to provide one or more pieces of information processed through the central processing unit to an external main server through a wired or wireless network.

The unmanned laundry collecting apparatus may further include a data storage configured to store the information processed by the central processing unit and the image photographed by the image capturing unit.

The unmanned laundry collecting device may further include a communication unit for communicating with the manager.

In the unmanned laundry collection apparatus, when the user photographs the laundry or the narcissus as a plurality of images or videos using the image capturing unit, the central processing unit may convert the data into data and record the image information.

In the unmanned laundry collection apparatus, the article collection box may include a collection housing including a plurality of storage compartments that are independently partitioned, and an opening and closing door having a locking function provided for each of the plurality of storage compartments.

The plurality of storage compartments each have an identification symbol, and the opening / closing door may be opened according to a signal of the central processing unit. In addition, one or more of the unique identification tags issued by the tag issuing unit may display an identification symbol of the storage compartment in which the opening / closing door is to be opened among the plurality of storage compartments.

According to an embodiment of the present invention, the unmanned laundry collection device can not only request the user to wash or repair the laundry without time and place constraints, but also to prevent theft, damage, misoperation, and indirect contamination of the laundry. .

1 is a block diagram of an unmanned laundry collection device according to a first embodiment of the present invention.

2 is a perspective view of the unmanned laundry collection device of FIG.

3 is a front view of an unmanned laundry collecting device according to a second embodiment of the present invention.

4 is a perspective view of the unmanned laundry collection device of FIG.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings so that those skilled in the art may easily implement the present invention. As those skilled in the art would realize, the described embodiments may be modified in various different ways, all without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention.

In addition, in various embodiments, components having the same configuration will be described in the first embodiment by using the same reference numerals, and in the second embodiment, only the configuration different from the first embodiment will be described. Shall be.

It is noted that the figures are schematic and not drawn to scale. The relative dimensions and ratios of the parts in the figures have been exaggerated or reduced in size for clarity and convenience in the figures and any dimensions are merely exemplary and not limiting. And the same reference numerals are used to refer to similar features in the same structure, element or part shown in more than one figure.

Embodiments of the invention specifically illustrate ideal embodiments of the invention. As a result, various modifications of the drawings are expected. Thus, the embodiment is not limited to the specific form of the illustrated region, but includes, for example, modification of the form by manufacture.

Hereinafter, the unmanned laundry collecting device 101 according to the first embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3.

1 and 2, the unmanned laundry collecting apparatus 101 according to the first embodiment of the present invention is the information input unit 200, the image photographing unit 300, the payment processing unit 400, the central processing unit ( 500, an information display unit 600, a tag issuing unit 700, and an item collection box 901.

In addition, the unmanned laundry collecting apparatus 101 according to the first embodiment of the present invention may further include a communication module unit 810, a data storage unit 850, and a communication unit 880.

The information input unit 200 may include a plurality of various number key buttons and a plurality of function key buttons. In a first embodiment of the present invention, a user may input one or more information of work request information, laundry information, user information, and payment information through the information input unit 200.

Here, the job request information refers to information about a job to be requested, such as washing or repairing. For example, the work request information may be information on whether it is washing or repairing or requesting washing and repairing at the same time. When requesting washing, dry washing, commonly referred to as water washing, or organic solvent generally called dry cleaning, may be performed. It may also include information on which washing method was selected during dry washing to remove contaminants.

Laundry information refers to information on the type and material of the laundry. For example, the laundry information may include information on whether the laundry is any of various kinds such as various kinds of clothes, duvets, towels, curtains, or shoes, and information on the material and color of the laundry.

The user information includes information such as the user's customer name, the user's emergency contact information, the address of the return of the laundry in case of an emergency, and the location and time of receiving the finished laundry.

The central processing unit 500 processes the information input by the user using the information input unit 200. The central processing unit 500 may include a microcomputer.

In detail, the central processing unit 500 converts the inputted information into data, and includes an image photographing unit 300, a payment processing unit 400, an information display unit 600, a tag issuing unit 700, a collection box 901, and communication. The module unit 810 supplies an information signal or a control signal.

The information display unit 600 displays an interface for a user to input information through the information input unit 200 or displays information processed by the central processing unit 500.

The image capturing unit 300 photographs a user or laundry according to the input of information through the information input unit 200.

In particular, in the first exemplary embodiment of the present invention, the user may operate the information input unit 200 to record, as a plurality of images or moving images, the main portion of the laundry or the portion to be requested for repair work through the image capturing unit 300. have.

That is, when the user photographs the main part of the laundry or the part to be repaired using the image capturing unit 300 as a plurality of images or videos, the central processing unit 500 may convert the data into data and record the image information. .

Accordingly, when the laundry or the repaired goods which have been washed or repaired after the damage or the laundry are not removed or the repaired state of the repairs are insufficient, the user captures an image or video to be contrasted. Can be used as evidence of compensation.

On the contrary, the manager may use an image or a video of a laundry or a repair recorded by the user through the image capturing unit as a refuting material for an unjust after-sales request of the user.

In addition, when the user requests repair work, the user can specifically photograph the site to be repaired and provide it to the administrator, thereby not only preventing the occurrence of a malfunction but also enabling a quick repair work.

Meanwhile, in the first embodiment of the present invention, when the image capturing unit 300 photographs the laundry, the information display unit 600 may display an image to help the user photograph the laundry.

The payment processing unit 400 may pay a fee and issue a receipt according to the information input through the information input unit 200.

The payment processing unit 400 may include a card payment terminal 410, a cash payment terminal 420, and a receipt issuing unit 430.

The card payment terminal 410 may be connected to a financial institution by communication, and can also be used in parallel with the points earning card and membership card. In addition, the card payment terminal 410 may also use an electronic tag (RFID) in parallel. In the first embodiment of the present invention, the card payment terminal 410 may be configured in various ways as known to those skilled in the art.

The cash payment terminal 420 may receive the remaining money after receiving the deposit of cash. In the first embodiment of the present invention, the cash payment terminal 420 may be configured in various ways as known to those skilled in the art.

The receipt issuing unit 430 may issue a receipt for the paid fee. In the first embodiment of the present invention, the receipt issued by the receipt issuing unit 430 may also display information on the receiving place and time of the laundry or the rafts for which the work is completed.

Meanwhile, in the first embodiment of the present invention, the image capturing unit 300 may photograph the impression of the user when the user processes the payment.

The tag issuing unit 700 issues a unique identification tag according to the information processed through the central processing unit 500. The unique identification tag contains various information such as customer identification number, customer name, customer contact number, address, quantity, receipt time, release time, job type, and color code.

In the first embodiment of the present invention, the unique identification tag may use an identification code known to those skilled in the art, such as a barcode or a QR code.

The user may attach the unique identification tag issued by the tag issuing unit 700 to the laundry or the narcissus to be stored in the goods collection box 901.

The data storage unit 850 may store the information processed by the central processing unit 500 and the image information captured by the image capturing unit 300.

The communication module unit 810 provides one or more of the information processed by the central processing unit 500 to an external main server managed by an administrator through a wired or wireless network. Specifically, information input through the information input unit 200, payment information, and information such as an image captured by the image capturing unit 300 are dataized by the central processing unit 500 and the manager through the communication module unit 810. It can be provided to the external main server to manage.

The call unit 880 may directly connect the manager and the user by wired or wireless communication when an emergency situation requiring urgent processing occurs.

In addition, in the first embodiment of the present invention, when the user uses the emergency call unit 880, the image of the manager can be displayed through the information display unit 600, the image capture unit 300 is the image of the user Can be taken and provided to the administrator.

The goods collection box 901 stores the laundry or the narcissus that the user finishes inputting and completes payment according to a signal from the central processing unit 500.

In the first embodiment of the present invention, the goods collection box 901 is an information input unit 200, image capturing unit 300, payment processing unit 400, central processing unit 500, information display unit 600, and tag issuance It may be integrally formed with the part 700 and the like.

In addition, the goods collection box 901 has a laundry inlet 909, the laundry inlet 909 is normally closed, but when the payment is completed and open in accordance with the signal of the central processing unit 500, the user can load the laundry or the gift It can be stored in the storage box.

By such a configuration, according to the first embodiment of the present invention, the unmanned laundry collecting device 101 can request the user to wash or repair the laundry without restriction of time and place, as well as the theft, damage, And misoperation can be prevented.

Hereinafter, the unmanned laundry collecting device 102 according to the second embodiment of the present invention will be described with reference to FIGS. 3 and 4.

3 and 4, the unmanned laundry collection device 102 according to the second embodiment of the present invention is the same as the first embodiment except for the item collection box 902. Therefore, a second embodiment of the present invention will be described centering on the article collection box 902.

In the second embodiment of the present invention, the item collection box 902 is provided with a collection housing 910 including a plurality of storage compartments 911 whose front surfaces are opened and independently partitioned, and a locking function provided for each of the plurality of storage compartments 911. And an opening and closing door 950 having the same. Reference numeral 957 in FIG. 3 denotes a locking device controlled by the central processing unit 500.

Each of the plurality of storage compartments 911 has an identification symbol, and the opening / closing door 950 is opened according to the signal of the central processing unit 500. The user keeps laundry or narcissus in the storage room 911 in which the opening / closing door 950 is opened.

In addition, the unique identification tag issued by the tag issuing unit 700 may also display the identification symbol of the storage room 911 of the goods collection box 902.

In addition, the receipt issued by the receipt issuing unit 430 may display an identification symbol of the storage room 911 of the goods collection box 902 in some cases.

That is, the identification symbol of the storage room 911 to which the opening / closing door 950 is to be opened among the plurality of storage rooms 911 to one or more of a unique identification tag issued by the payment processing unit 400 or the tag issuing unit 700. May be displayed.

As described above, the laundry or the narcissus is stored in a separate storage room 911 for each user, so that the narcissus can be contaminated with the laundry and contaminated, or the spread of the contamination due to contact between the laundry.

That is, unlike the article collection box 902 of the unmanned laundry collection device 102 according to the second embodiment of the present invention, when several laundry is mixed in one article collection box 101 as in the first embodiment, Contamination may spread through contact or additional contamination may occur due to contact between the laundry requested to be washed with water and the laundry requested to be cleaned.

However, in the second embodiment of the present invention, since the article collection box 902 has a plurality of storage rooms 911 and stores laundry independently for each storage room 911, it is possible to prevent further contamination of the laundry.

In addition, in the unmanned laundry collection device 102 operated unattended, not only can the laundry be protected from malicious actions of neighboring passers-by, but also the occurrence of theft accident can be effectively suppressed.

In addition, the item collection box 902 may further include an indicator (not shown) indicating whether laundry is stored in the storage room 911.

The manager may open the opening / closing door 950 of the storage room 911 in which the laundry or the repaired article is stored by using the master key or by operating the information input unit 200, and collect the laundry or the repaired article.

Also, in the second embodiment of the present invention, the plurality of storage compartments 911 of the item collection box 900 may have various sizes. The central processing unit 500 selects a storage compartment 911 of an appropriate size according to the type and size of the laundry or the repair item based on the information input by the user through the information input unit 200 to open / close the door of the storage compartment 911. 950 may be opened.

By such a configuration, according to the second embodiment of the present invention, the unmanned laundry collecting device 101 can request the user to wash or repair the laundry without restriction of time and place, as well as the theft, damage, Misoperation and indirect contamination can be effectively prevented.

Although the embodiments of the present invention have been described above with reference to the accompanying drawings, those skilled in the art to which the present invention pertains can understand that the present invention can be implemented in other specific forms without changing the technical spirit or essential features. will be.

Therefore, the embodiments described above are to be understood as illustrative and not restrictive in all respects, and the scope of the present invention is represented by the following detailed description, and the meaning and scope of the claims and All changes or modifications derived from the equivalent concept should be interpreted as being included in the scope of the present invention.

Claims

An information input unit for inputting at least one of job request information, laundry information, user information, and payment information;

Image capturing unit for photographing the user or laundry;

A payment processing unit that pays a fee according to the information input through the information input unit;

A central processing unit which processes information input through the information input unit, the image photographing unit, and the payment processing unit;

An information display unit displaying information processed by the central processing unit or an image captured by the image capturing unit;

A tag issuing unit for issuing a unique identification tag according to the information processed through the central processing unit; And

Items collected for storing and storing the laundry is settled according to the signal of the central processing unit

Unmanned laundry collection device comprising a.
In claim 1,

Unattended laundry collection device further comprising a communication module for providing at least one of the information processed by the central processing unit to the external main server via a wired or wireless network.
In claim 1,

And a data storage unit for storing the information processed by the central processing unit and the image photographed by the image capturing unit.
In claim 1,

Unattended laundry collection device further comprising a communication unit for communicating with the manager.
In claim 1,

When the user photographs the laundry or the narcissus as a plurality of images or moving images using the image capturing unit, the central processing unit converts the data into data and records the image information.
The method according to any one of claims 1 to 5,

The item collection box,

A collection housing comprising a plurality of storage compartments independently defined;

Opening and closing door having a locking function provided for each of the plurality of storage rooms

Unattended laundry collection device comprising a.
In claim 6,

The plurality of storage rooms each have an identification symbol,

The opening and closing door is opened according to the signal of the central processing unit,

And at least one of the unique identification tags issued by the tag issuing unit, wherein an identification symbol of the storage compartment in which the opening / closing door is to be opened among the plurality of storage compartments is displayed.