A method, system and storage medium for converting scattered data into aggregated data

Abstract

The present invention provides a bulk-to-consolidation operation method, system, and storage medium to realize the automation of bulk-to-consolidation operations. The method includes determining a bulk-to-consolidation operation area, setting a virtual yard for the bulk-to-consolidation operation area in a transport operating system (TOS), and fixing the IGV parking space adjacent to the bulk-to-consolidation operation area as a bulk-to-consolidation operation position; the freight station generates a container transfer application, which is sent to a scheduling system; the scheduling system receives the container transfer instruction and assigns an IGV to the yard to collect empty containers; the IGV transports the empty container to the bulk-to-consolidation operation position and provides feedback to the TOS; the reach stacker implements the container transfer and unloading instruction, places the empty container in the bulk-to-consolidation operation area, and performs the container loading operation; confirms the container loading and tallying; applies to the TOS for return to the yard for container transfer, with the return destination being a designated yard location; the reach stacker implements the container transfer and loading instruction, hoists the container onto the IGV, and transports it to the destination.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present application relates to the field of automated terminal management, and specifically to a bulk-to-container operation method, system, and storage medium. Background Art

[0002] The "bulk-to-container" model for bulk commodities has gradually gained widespread application in China. It has become a mainstream transportation method due to its advantages, including reducing logistics and transportation costs, improving transportation efficiency, increasing transportation safety, and ensuring cargo quality. It also helps reduce environmental impact and aligns with the green and low-carbon development philosophy of modern logistics. Therefore, the "bulk-to-container" model for bulk commodities is imperative in the development of multimodal transport.

[0003] The traditional bulk-to-container conversion solution at a terminal currently involves barges carrying bulk cargo arriving at the terminal, unloading them via shore-side gantry cranes ("gantry cranes"). Manned trucks then carry empty containers to the rear of the gantry cranes, where forklifts load the bulk cargo into containers in batches. Reach stackers then hoist the loaded containers onto the trucks, which then return to the external truck interaction area. Implementing this solution in an automated terminal will inevitably lead to incompatibilities. Within the enclosed automated operation area, manned mobile equipment cannot enter, and IGVs ("intelligent guided vehicles for horizontal transport") cannot enter manned areas. Therefore, to implement this solution, fixed no-go zones for bulk-to-container conversion and no-go zones for manned trucks must be established within the automated area. However, no-go zones for manned trucks will occupy the original IGV lanes for a long time, inevitably impacting traffic in the automated area. Summary of the Invention

[0004] The present invention aims to overcome at least one of the above-mentioned defects of the prior art and provide a method, system and storage medium for scattered-to-collective operation to realize the automation of scattered-to-collective operation.

[0005] In one aspect, the present invention provides a method for converting scattered data to concentrated data, the method comprising:

[0006] Determine a bulk-to-container operation area, set up a virtual yard for the bulk-to-container operation area in the TOS, and fix the IGV parking spaces adjacent to the bulk-to-container operation area as bulk-to-container operation spaces;

[0007] The freight station generates a container transfer request, which is sent to the dispatch system;

[0008] The dispatching system receives the container transfer instruction and assigns the IGV to the yard to collect the empty container;

[0009] IGV transports the empty container to the bulk-to-container operation position and provides feedback to TOS;

[0010] The reach stacker implements the instruction to move the empty container off the vehicle and places the empty container in the bulk-to-container operation area for loading.

[0011] Confirm packing and tallying;

[0012] Apply to TOS for container return to the designated yard;

[0013] The reach stacker implements the command to move the container onto the vehicle, lifts the container onto the IGV and transports it to the destination.

[0014] Another aspect provides a system for converting bulk to bulk operations, the system comprising:

[0015] Bulk-to-container operation area, the bulk-to-container operation area is distributed in a specific area of ​​the bulk cargo barge area;

[0016] A bulk-to-collection operation position, the bulk-to-collection operation position being arranged at an IGV parking space adjacent to the bulk-to-collection operation area;

[0017] Freight station, which is used to process container transfer applications;

[0018] TOS, the TOS includes a dispatching system and a vehicle management system, and is used to control the automated implementation of the bulk-to-concentrated operation;

[0019] The vehicle-mounted data terminal interacts with the reach stacker to assist in executing bulk-to-concentrate operations.

[0020] On the other hand, a computer-readable storage medium is provided, wherein the computer-readable storage medium includes instructions, and when the instructions are executed, the computer executes the scattered-to-collected operation method.

[0021] The technical effects produced by the present invention include:

[0022] 1. It provides a new operation mode for automated terminals to carry out bulk-to-container operations, fully utilizes the automated equipment and systems of automated terminals, effectively utilizes terminal resources, and improves terminal efficiency.

[0023] 2. It is highly replicable and can be reused in other automated terminals without changing the existing systems and business processes of the terminal.

[0024] 3. Reduce costs and provide high-quality services. The terminal system coordinates idle resources to carry out container handling, avoiding the need to rent additional container trucks and drivers. At the same time, it improves the efficiency of bulk-to-container operations and provides customers with better services.

[0025] 4. It provides new ideas for the expansion of other special businesses for automated terminals, breaking the limitation that IGV can only perform automated operations with large port machinery equipment such as quay cranes, rail cranes, and gantry cranes. It allows more flexible port machinery such as mobile cranes to participate in automated operations, providing new ideas for automated terminals to participate in more special businesses. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0026] Figure 1 The present invention is a flowchart of a method for converting scattered data into collected data.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a scattered-to-collected operation area of ​​the present invention.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of a scattered-to-collected operation of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a scattered-to-collected operation system of the present invention.

[0030] The figures of the present invention are marked as follows: 1: gantry crane; 2: bulk-to-collection operation area; 3: bulk-to-collection operation position; 4: vehicle-mounted data terminal; 5: freight station; 6: TOS; 7: dispatching system; 8: vehicle control system. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0031] The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention. To better illustrate the following embodiments, some components in the accompanying drawings may be omitted, enlarged, or reduced in size, and do not represent actual product dimensions. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that some well-known structures and their descriptions may be omitted from the accompanying drawings.

[0032] This application provides an embodiment, such as Figure 1 , a method for converting scattered data into concentrated data, the method comprising:

[0033] S100: Determine the bulk-to-container operation area 2, set a virtual yard for the bulk-to-container operation area 2 in TOS6, and fix the IGV parking space adjacent to the bulk-to-container operation area 2 as the bulk-to-container operation space 3;

[0034] S102: The freight station 5 generates a container transfer application, which is sent to the dispatching system 7;

[0035] S104: The dispatching system 7 receives the container transfer instruction and assigns the IGV to the yard to collect the empty container;

[0036] S106: The IGV transports the empty container to the bulk-to-consumer operation position 3 and reports back to TOS6;

[0037] S108: The reach stacker executes the unloading instruction and places the empty container in the bulk-to-container operation area 2 for loading.

[0038] S110: Confirm packing and tallying;

[0039] S112: Apply to TOS6 for container return to the yard, where the return destination is the designated yard location;

[0040] S114: The reach stacker executes the instruction to move the container onto the vehicle, loads the container onto the IGV and transports it to the destination.

[0041] At existing terminals, bulk cargo transportation of bulk commodities is an important part of terminal operations. The bulk cargo is transported to the terminal by ship, and then the goods are unloaded to the designated location and packed. This process is mainly completed by manual scheduling. With the automation of the terminal, the entire terminal operation area will be included in the scope of automation. In the bulk to container operation, empty containers are mainly transported by human container trucks for packing, and are operated by forklifts or front loaders. This operation is not automated, and human container trucks and IGVs are prone to mutual interference. In this embodiment, if Figure 2 In the existing terminal area, the terminal area commonly used for bulk cargo loading and unloading is determined as the bulk-to-container operation area, and an IGV parking space adjacent to this area is fixed as the bulk-to-container operation position 3. The bulk-to-container operation position 3 is specially used to transport IGVs for bulk-to-container operations, providing a basis for realizing bulk-to-container automation.

[0042] Preferably, the boundary between the bulk-to-consolidated operation area 2 and the automated operation area is isolated by warning devices, such as ice cream cones or fences, and the bulk-to-consolidated operation area 2 is set as a no-entry zone in the automated monitoring system. The bulk-to-consolidated operation area is adjacent to the terminal's automated operation area, where the routes used by trucks and insulated vehicles (IGVs) may intersect. To isolate the two, the location of the bulk-to-consolidated operation area 2 is first confirmed, ensuring that it cannot extend beyond this range. Secondly, this is also to prevent IGVs or trucks carrying out other operations from entering this area. Regarding TOS6, setting a no-entry zone prevents other transport vehicles from entering the bulk-to-consolidated operation area 2.

[0043] In some embodiments, the scattered-to-assembled operation position 3 includes one or more positions distributed around the scattered-to-assembled operation area 2. According to the actual environment of the scattered-to-assembled operation area 2, different scattered-to-assembled operation positions 3 can be set around to facilitate the scattered-to-assembled operation.

[0044] When there is a task of converting bulk cargo to container cargo, the freight station 5 generates a container transfer application in this embodiment, including:

[0045] The freight station 5 handles the packing operation entrustment and confirms the packing plan at TOS6;

[0046] The yard obtains the activation container transfer instruction at TOS6, and the container transfer instruction can be executed in full or in batches.

[0047] A packing operation request includes information about the requester, the operation method, and the requested containers. Requests can be added and deleted and displayed by container number or quantity. The packing plan includes the required empty container model, quantity, and transportation plan based on the request information. Once completed, the yard receives instructions from TOS6 to activate the container transfer. These instructions can be executed all at once or in batches according to the requested packing plan, taking into account factors such as the total bulk cargo volume and the existing TOS6 capacity.

[0048] When a container transfer is executed, the dispatch system 7 assigns an idle IGV to the yard to collect the container. The utilization of IGVs and containers across the entire terminal's resources reflects the terminal's resource utilization rate, meaning that idle IGVs and containers are fully utilized. However, in existing technologies, empty containers for bulk-to-consolidation are not dispatched automatically. Instead, empty containers are transported manually to the bulk-to-consolidation operation station 3, or transported to that station by a driver from outside the terminal. This wastes existing terminal resources and interferes with automated operations.

[0049] In this embodiment, a method for collecting an empty container is provided, comprising:

[0050] Obtain empty container resources in the yard from TOS6, and match the empty containers with the container transfer request generated by the freight station 5. The matching information includes the container specifications, quantity, and distance from the bulk-to-container operation area 2;

[0051] The dispatching system 7 dispatches idle IGVs, and then the vehicle control system 8 controls the IGVs to go to the yard where the empty containers are located to collect the containers.

[0052] When the IGV transports the empty container to the bulk-to-consolidation operation position 3, it notifies the TOS 6 of its arrival at the bulk-to-consolidation operation position 3. The vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 in the bulk-to-consolidation operation area 2 is notified of the IGV's arrival at the bulk-to-consolidation operation position 3 via the TOS 6. The reach stacker receives this information from the vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 and performs the container unloading task. The reach stacker lifts the empty container and places it in the bulk-to-consolidation operation area 2, arranging for bulk cargo packing.

[0053] In this embodiment, the IGV transports the empty container to the bulk-to-container operation position 3 and returns the empty container to the bulk-to-container operation position 3.

[0054] The TOS6 activates the box transfer instruction;

[0055] Dispatching IGV to the scattered-to-assemble operation position 3;

[0056] The reach stacker obtains IGV information through the vehicle-mounted data terminal 4;

[0057] The vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 locks the IGV and performs the box-moving and unloading operation;

[0058] After the box is unloaded from the vehicle, the vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 confirms and unlocks the IGV;

[0059] The IGV shifts down and leaves.

[0060] After completing the packing operation, the tally clerk confirms the packing and tallying through the handheld terminal, specifies the container return location, and generates a return and container transfer application.

[0061] In this embodiment, a virtual yard is added to the bulk-to-consumer operation area in TOS6, and the destination of all bulk-to-consumer goods is uniformly set to this virtual yard, realizing a closed loop of bulk-to-consumer automated operations.

[0062] Preferably, the virtual storage yard includes:

[0063] A virtual yard is added to the bulk-to-concentrate operation area in TOS6. The virtual yard is used to identify the destination location of the bulk-to-concentrate operation area. The virtual yard is only valid in the bulk-to-concentrate operation.

[0064] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 This application mentions that the process of automated bulk-to-collection operation is as follows: on-site personnel arrange a temporary bulk-to-collection operation area, and simply isolate the operation area from the automated operation area. At the same time, the corresponding bulk-to-collection temporary operation restricted area is marked on the automated monitoring system.

[0065] The terminal gantry crane 1 unloads the bulk cargo from the bulk carrier and unloads the bulk cargo to the area behind the gantry crane 1. After unloading, forklifts and reach stackers are arranged to transport the bulk cargo to the temporary operation area for bulk conversion.

[0066] The salesperson at freight station 5 handles the packing operation entrustment, confirms the packing plan, and generates a container transfer application at TOS6.

[0067] The yard planner activates the container transfer instruction in TOS6.

[0068] The central control operator sends the box transfer instruction on the box transfer task monitoring interface to enter the automated operation stage.

[0069] After receiving the container transfer instruction, the dispatching system 7 automatically coordinates and assigns idle IGVs to the designated yard to collect the containers.

[0070] After IGV receives the box, it goes to the bulk conversion operation position 3 to deliver the box.

[0071] After the IGV arrives at the scattered-to-assemble operation position 3, it sends the arrival information to TOS6.

[0072] After the reach loader driver learns of the arrival of the IGV through the vehicle-mounted data terminal 4, he clicks on the VMT to lock the IGV, and then moves the container off the vehicle, places the container in the temporary bulk-to-container operation area, and starts the packing operation.

[0073] After completing the box transfer operation, the reach loader driver clicks on the vehicle data terminal 4 to confirm the box transfer and unlocks the IGV. After the release, the IGV moves down and leaves.

[0074] After completing the packing operation, the tally clerk confirms the packing and tallying through the handheld terminal, specifies the container to be returned to the yard, and generates a return and container transfer application.

[0075] The yard planner activates the container transfer instruction in TOS6.

[0076] The central control operator sends the box transfer return instruction on the box transfer task monitoring interface to enter the automated operation stage.

[0077] After receiving the instruction to move the boxes back to the site, the dispatching system 7 automatically coordinates and assigns idle IGVs to the bulk-to-collection operation position to collect the boxes.

[0078] After the IGV arrives at the scattered-to-assemble operation position 3, it sends the arrival information to TOS6.

[0079] After the reach loader driver learns of the arrival of the IGV through the vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 , he clicks on the vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 to lock the IGV, and then performs the container loading operation and lifts the container onto the IGV.

[0080] After completing the container transfer operation, the reach loader driver clicks on the vehicle data terminal 4 to confirm the container transfer and unlocks the IGV. After release, the IGV goes to the yard to deliver the container.

[0081] After the IGV arrives at the designated location in the automated operation area, the automated rail crane collects the container and releases the IGV, completing the entire packing process.

[0082] In some embodiments, as Figure 4 The present application also includes a system for converting scattered data into aggregated data, the system comprising:

[0083] Bulk-to-container operation area 2, the bulk-to-container operation area 2 is distributed in a specific area of ​​the bulk cargo barge area;

[0084] The bulk-to-collection operation position 3 is arranged at the IGV parking position adjacent to the bulk-to-collection operation area 2;

[0085] Freight station 5, which is used to process container transfer applications;

[0086] TOS6, the TOS6 includes a dispatching system 7 and a vehicle management system 8, for controlling the automated implementation of the bulk-to-concentrated operation;

[0087] The vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 interacts with the reach stacker to assist in executing bulk-to-concentrate operations.

[0088] Preferably, the system further comprises:

[0089] Freight Station 5 initiates the packing operation commission and confirms the packing plan;

[0090] TOS6 activates the box transfer instruction and sends the box transfer instruction;

[0091] The dispatching system 7 generates a dispatching task and controls the IGV to go to the bulk-to-assembly operation position 3 and return to the storage yard from the bulk-to-assembly operation position 3 through the vehicle management system;

[0092] The vehicle-mounted data terminal 4 confirms the completion of the IGV operation, and unlocks and locks the IGV.

[0093] In some embodiments, the present application also includes a computer-readable storage medium, wherein the computer-readable storage medium includes instructions, and when the instructions are executed, the computer performs the scattered-to-collected operation method.

[0094] Obviously, the above embodiments of the present invention are merely examples for the purpose of clearly illustrating the technical solutions of the present invention, and are not intended to limit the specific implementation methods of the present invention. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the claims of the present invention shall be included within the scope of protection of the claims of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for converting scattered data into concentrated data, characterized in that: The method comprises: Determine a bulk-to-container operation area, set up a virtual yard for the bulk-to-container operation area in the TOS, and fix the IGV parking space adjacent to the bulk-to-container operation area as a bulk-to-container operation space; The freight station generates a container transfer request, which is sent to the dispatch system; The dispatching system receives the container transfer instruction and assigns the IGV to the yard to collect the empty container; IGV transports the empty container to the bulk-to-container operation position and provides feedback to TOS; The reach stacker implements the instruction to move the empty container off the vehicle and places the empty container in the bulk-to-container operation area for loading. Confirm packing and tallying; Apply to TOS for container return to the designated yard; The reach stacker implements the command to move the container onto the vehicle, lifts the container onto the IGV and transports it to the destination.

2. The method for converting scattered data into concentrated data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The scattered-to-collection operation area is separated from the automated operation area by warning objects, and the scattered-to-collection operation area is set as a no-entry zone in the automated monitoring system.

3. The method for converting scattered data into concentrated data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The freight station generates a container transfer application including: The freight station handles the packing operation entrustment and confirms the packing plan at TOS; The yard obtains the activation container transfer instruction from TOS, and the container transfer instruction can be executed in full or in batches.

4. The method for converting scattered data into concentrated data according to claim 3, characterized in that: The empty container receiving includes: Obtain empty container resources in the yard from the TOS, and match the empty containers with the container transfer request generated by the freight station. The matching information includes the container specifications, quantity, and distance from the bulk-to-container operation area; The dispatching system dispatches idle IGVs to the yard where the empty containers are located to collect the containers.

5. The method for converting scattered data into concentrated data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The method comprises: The TOS activates the container transfer instruction; Dispatching IGV to the said bulk-to-assembly operation location; The reach stacker obtains IGV information through the vehicle-mounted data terminal; The vehicle-mounted data terminal locks the IGV and performs the box-moving and unloading operation; After the box is unloaded from the vehicle, the vehicle-mounted data terminal confirms and unlocks the IGV; The IGV shifts down and leaves.

6. The method for converting scattered data into concentrated data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The virtual storage yard includes: A virtual yard of the bulk-to-concentrate operation area is added to the TOS. The virtual yard is used to identify the destination location of the bulk-to-concentrate operation area. The virtual yard is only valid in the bulk-to-concentrate operation.

7. The method for converting scattered data into concentrated data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The scattered-to-gather operation positions include one or more, which are distributed around the scattered-to-gather operation area.

8. A computer-readable storage medium, characterized in that The computer-readable storage medium includes instructions, which, when executed, enable the computer to perform the scattered-to-assemble operation method according to any one of claims 1 to 7.

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