Lateral parking system of three-dimensional parking garage and control method of lateral parking system

Abstract

The invention relates to a three-dimensional parking garage lateral parking system and a control method thereof, and the system comprises lateral parking spaces which are used for storing vehicles; the lateral parking spaces are located on the two horizontal sides of the track. The transshipment RGV is placed on the rail, the transshipment RGV is composed of an upper layer mechanism, a lower layer mechanism and a connecting device of the upper layer mechanism and the lower layer mechanism, the lower layer mechanism runs on the rail, and the transshipment RGV is used for remotely transporting the vehicle from the connection position to the lateral parking space; the upper-layer mechanism is in a comb tooth shape and is responsible for lateral transfer of vehicles. The upper-layer mechanism and the lower-layer mechanism are connected through a gear sliding rail mechanism and a shear fork structure so that the upper-layer mechanism can move up and down and left and right to transfer automobiles. The lateral parking space balls and the comb teeth balls are arranged at the positions, corresponding to the lateral parking spaces, of the upper layer mechanism and used for lateral movement of automobiles; and the in-place sensor is used for detecting whether the transferred RGV and the automobile reach preset positions or not.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the automated production industry, which belongs to the technical field of automation. Background Art

[0002] With the rapid development of urban economy and automobile industry, the number of private cars has increased dramatically, and the problem of urban parking has become increasingly serious. Data shows that the growth rate of urban motor vehicles far exceeds the construction speed of parking facilities. Faced with the tight situation of urban land resources, the parking problem has become more and more prominent. In this case, the lateral parking technology of the stereo garage has become one of the effective ways to alleviate the pressure of urban parking because it can efficiently utilize the limited land area and maximize the increase of parking space. Summary of the invention

[0003] The present invention aims to provide a lateral parking mechanism and control method of an intelligent stereo garage, which can realize lateral parking in parking spaces and public parking lanes in the smallest space. It ensures the safety and reliability of the structure and reduces the wear of the equipment by reducing the frequent reversal of the RGV (Rail Guided Vehicle). In addition, the invention also improves parking efficiency and safety, and significantly improves the space utilization rate of small-area parking lots.

[0004] In order to achieve the above effects, the present application provides a lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage, the system comprising: Side parking spaces 1 are used to store vehicles; the side parking spaces 1 are located on both sides of the track; Transfer RGV2, a transfer RGV2 is placed on the track, and the transfer RGV2 is composed of an upper mechanism 21 and a lower mechanism 22 and a connecting device thereof, wherein the lower mechanism 22 runs on the track and is used for long-distance transportation of vehicles from the docking point to the lateral parking space 1; the upper mechanism 21 is in a comb-tooth shape and is responsible for lateral transfer of vehicles; The upper mechanism 21 and the lower mechanism 22 are connected by a gear slide rail mechanism 23 and a scissor fork structure 24, so that the upper mechanism 21 can move up and down and left and right to transport the car; Power balls 11 and comb-tooth balls 212 are provided at corresponding positions of the upper mechanism and the lateral parking space, and are used for lateral movement of the car; The arrival sensor is used to detect whether the RGV2 and the car have reached the predetermined position.

[0005] Furthermore, the transfer RGV2 is powered by brushes, batteries or a combination of the two.

[0006] Furthermore, the entry and exit track is laid on the ground, and the lower mechanism moves within the entry and exit track.

[0007] Furthermore, the upper structure 21 is a plurality of comb teeth arranged side by side, and the comb teeth are distributed at the front end and the rear end of the upper structure for positioning the car.

[0008] Furthermore, a power ball 11 is provided on the upper surface of the lateral parking space 1, and a comb tooth power ball 212 is also provided at a position corresponding to the upper mechanism; the comb teeth of the lateral parking space 1 and the comb tooth balls in the upper mechanism and the balls of the lateral parking space 1 are located at the same height through the scissor fork mechanism 24; comb tooth balls are provided in the comb teeth, and the car can be translated from the upper mechanism of the main parking space pair to the lateral parking space through the rotation of the comb tooth balls.

[0009] Furthermore, a scissor fork structure 24 is provided at the front and rear ends of the lower mechanism, the bottom of the scissor fork structure 24 is installed on the slide rail mechanism 23, the slide rail mechanism is placed on the horizontal frame of the lower mechanism, and the top of the scissor fork structure 24 is connected to the horizontal frame of the upper mechanism, so as to lift the upper mechanism to the same height as the lateral parking space 1.

[0010] Furthermore, the lateral parking space 1 is a platform above the ground.

[0011] On the other hand, the present application also provides a method for controlling the lateral parking system of the above-mentioned three-dimensional parking garage, comprising the following steps: The lower mechanism 22 runs on the in-and-out track 3, so that the transfer RGV2 moves to the car docking place; the car is positioned by the comb teeth 211 of the upper mechanism 21; The scissor fork structure 24 lifts the car to a proper height; Along track 3, transfer RGV2 to move the car to side parking space 1; The scissor fork mechanism 24 and the upper mechanism 21 are driven to approach the lateral parking space 1 by the slide rail mechanism 23, and the arrival status of the upper mechanism 21 is detected; Start the power ball 11 and the comb ball 212 to move the car sideways to the side parking space 1; Check whether the car is in place and stop the ball bearing from rotating when it is in place; The upper mechanism 21 is retracted, and the RGV2 is transferred to leave the lateral parking space to execute the next command.

[0012] Furthermore, the method further includes the step of selecting a parking method according to the on-site conditions of the parking garage, including a forward direct parking method or a parking method in which the vehicle is parked at the side and the RGV2 is transferred by sliding with a ball bearing.

[0013] The present invention has the following significant advantages: Maximizing space utilization: Through the innovative lateral parking mechanism design, the present invention can significantly reduce the space required for parking spaces and public parking lanes, allowing more vehicles to be parked in a limited space. This is particularly important in urban environments where land resources are limited, and can effectively alleviate parking pressure.

[0014] Reduce equipment wear and energy consumption: The present invention optimizes the parking process to avoid frequent reversing of the transfer RGV, thereby reducing mechanical wear of the equipment and extending the service life of the equipment. In addition, reducing reversing operations also means reducing energy consumption, which helps to achieve energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0015] Strong adaptability: The design of the present invention allows for customized adjustments based on the specific needs of the actual project. The driver can choose to park straight or sideways according to site conditions and personal habits, making the parking process more flexible and adaptable to different sites and user needs, demonstrating the high adaptability and flexibility of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0016] Figure 1 It is a front view of a lateral parking mechanism system of an intelligent three-dimensional garage of the present invention; Figure 2 It is a front view of a lateral parking mechanism system of an intelligent three-dimensional garage of the present invention; Figure 3 1. is a schematic diagram of the initial state of the car being transferred to the lateral parking space; Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the state of the car parking sideways; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a car parking in place sideways; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of a car driving forward into a shuttle parking space; Figure 7 It is a schematic diagram of a car sliding sideways into a docking parking space; In the figure, 1-lateral parking space, 2-transfer RGV, 3-track, 11-power ball, 12-in-place sensor, 21-upper mechanism, 22-lower mechanism, 23-slide mechanism, 24-scissor fork mechanism, 25-positioning mechanism, 26-in-place sensor, 27-in-place sensor, 211-comb teeth, 212-comb tooth ball. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0017] The preferred embodiments of the present invention are described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings so that the advantages and features of the present invention can be more easily understood by those skilled in the art. The contents mentioned in the implementation manner are not intended to limit the present invention.

[0018] Embodiment 1:

[0019] A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage, the system comprising: A side parking space 1 is used to store vehicles; the side parking space 1 is located horizontally beside the main parking space; Transfer RGV2, the track 3 is provided with a transfer RGV2, the transfer RGV2 is composed of an upper mechanism 21 and a lower mechanism 22 and a connecting device thereof, wherein the lower mechanism 22 moves on the track 3 and is used for long-distance transportation of the vehicle from the docking point to the lateral parking space 1; the upper mechanism 21 is in a comb-tooth shape and is responsible for lateral transportation of the vehicle; The upper mechanism 21 and the lower mechanism 22 are connected by a gear slide rail mechanism 23 and a scissor fork structure 24, so that the upper mechanism 21 can move up and down and left and right to transport the car; Power balls 11 and comb-tooth balls 212 are provided at corresponding positions of the upper mechanism and the lateral parking space, and are used for lateral movement of the car; The arrival sensor is used to detect whether the RGV2 and the car have reached the predetermined position.

[0020] Furthermore, the transfer RGV2 is powered by brushes, batteries or a combination of the two.

[0021] Furthermore, the entry and exit track is laid on the ground, and the lower mechanism moves within the entry and exit track.

[0022] Furthermore, the upper structure 21 is a plurality of comb teeth arranged side by side, and the comb teeth are distributed at the front end and the rear end of the upper structure for positioning the car.

[0023] Furthermore, a power ball 11 is provided on the upper surface of the lateral parking space 1, and a comb tooth power ball 212 is also provided at a position corresponding to the upper mechanism; the comb teeth of the lateral parking space 1 and the comb tooth balls in the upper mechanism and the balls of the lateral parking space 1 are located at the same height through the scissor fork mechanism 24; comb tooth balls are provided in the comb teeth, and the car can be translated from the upper mechanism of the main parking space pair to the lateral parking space through the rotation of the comb tooth balls.

[0024] Furthermore, a scissor fork structure 24 is provided at the front and rear ends of the lower mechanism, the bottom of the scissor fork structure 24 is installed on the slide rail mechanism 23, the slide rail mechanism is placed on the horizontal frame of the lower mechanism, and the top of the scissor fork structure 24 is connected to the horizontal frame of the upper mechanism, so as to lift the upper mechanism to the same height as the lateral parking space 1.

[0025] Furthermore, the lateral parking space 1 is a platform above the ground.

[0026] Embodiment 2:

[0027] On the other hand, the present application also provides a method for controlling the lateral parking system of the above-mentioned three-dimensional parking garage, comprising the following steps: The lower mechanism 22 runs on the in-and-out track 3, so that the transfer RGV2 moves to the car docking place; the car is positioned by the comb teeth 211 of the upper mechanism 21; The scissor fork structure 24 lifts the car to a proper height; Along track 3, transfer RGV2 to move the car to side parking space 1; The upper mechanism 21 is driven to approach the lateral parking space 1 by the slide rail mechanism 23, and the arrival of the upper mechanism 21 is detected; Start the power ball 11 and the comb ball 212 to move the car sideways to the side parking space 1; Check whether the car is in place and stop the ball bearing from rotating when it is in place; The upper mechanism 21 is retracted, and the RGV2 is transferred to leave the lateral parking space to execute the next command.

[0028] Furthermore, the method further includes the step of selecting a parking method according to the on-site conditions of the parking garage, including a forward direct parking method or a parking method in which the vehicle is parked at the side and the RGV2 is transferred by sliding with a ball bearing.

[0029] Specifically, Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the application steps of the present invention are as follows: The transfer RGV2 is composed of an upper mechanism 21 and a lower mechanism 22 and their connecting devices. The lower mechanism 22 runs on the track 3 and is responsible for the long-distance transportation of the vehicle from the docking place to the lateral parking space 1. The upper mechanism 21 is in the shape of comb teeth and is responsible for the lateral transfer of the vehicle. The upper mechanism 21 and the lower mechanism 22 are connected by a gear slide rail mechanism 23 and a scissor fork structure 24. The lifting function of the scissor fork structure 24 cooperates with the comb teeth of the upper mechanism 21 to enable the transfer RGV2 to the elevator or parking place to connect with the car. The transfer RGV2 moves the car to the lateral parking space 1 along the track 3, and the upper mechanism 21 approaches the lateral parking space 1 under the drive of the slide mechanism 23, and the in-position sensor 12 detects the in-position status of the upper mechanism 21; After the upper mechanism 21 moves laterally into position, the power ball 11 and the comb ball 212 are started at the same time, and the car moves laterally to the parking space 1 along with the movement of the ball. After the in-position sensors 26 and 27 detect that the ball is in position at the same time, the ball stops rotating, the upper mechanism 21 is retracted, and the transfer RGV2 leaves the parking space to execute the next command. Figures 3 to 5 The process of lateral parking of the present invention is illustrated.

[0030] RGV2 can be powered by brushes, batteries or a combination of the two.

[0031] According to the situation of the parking garage, you can choose to park directly in the forward direction, using the comb teeth to connect. Figure 6 As shown, or the vehicle is parked on the side and the RGV is transferred by sliding the ball into the transfer RGV as shown in the figure. Figure 7 shown.

[0032] The above description is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any method described in the present specification and drawings, or directly or indirectly applied in other related technical fields, is also included in the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage, characterized in that: The system comprises: A lateral parking space (1) for storing vehicles; the lateral parking space (1) is located on both horizontal sides of the track (3); A transfer RGV (2) is placed on the track (3), and the transfer RGV (2) is composed of an upper mechanism (21) and a lower mechanism (22) and a connecting device thereof, wherein the lower mechanism (22) runs on the track (3) for long-distance transportation of vehicles from a docking point to a lateral parking space (1); the upper mechanism (21) is in the shape of a comb tooth and is responsible for lateral transfer of vehicles; The upper mechanism (21) and the lower mechanism (22) are connected via a gear slide rail mechanism (23) and a scissor fork structure (24) to enable the upper mechanism to move up and down and left and right to transport the car; Power balls (11) and comb-tooth balls (212), which are arranged at positions corresponding to the upper structure and the lateral parking space and are used for lateral movement of the vehicle; The arrival sensor is used to detect whether the transfer RGV (2) and the car have reached the predetermined position.

2. A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The transfer RGV (2) is powered by brushes, batteries or a combination of the two.

3. A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The in-and-out track is laid on the ground, and the lower mechanism moves within the in-and-out track.

4. A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The upper structure (21) is a plurality of comb teeth arranged side by side, the comb teeth are distributed at the front end and the rear end of the upper structure and are used for positioning the car.

5. A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage according to claim 4, characterized in that: The upper surface of the lateral parking space (1) is provided with a power ball (11), and a comb tooth ball (212) is also provided at a position corresponding to the upper structure; the ball in the upper structure and the ball in the lateral parking space (1) are positioned at the same height through a scissor fork mechanism (24); and the car can be translated from the upper structure to the lateral parking space through the rotation of the ball.

6. A lateral parking system for a three-dimensional parking garage according to claim 4, characterized in that: A scissor-fork structure (24) is provided at the front and rear ends of the lower mechanism, the bottom of the scissor-fork structure (24) is mounted on a slide rail mechanism (23), the slide rail mechanism is placed on a horizontal frame of the lower mechanism, and the top of the scissor-fork structure (24) is connected to the horizontal frame of the upper mechanism, so as to lift the upper mechanism to the same height as the lateral parking space (1).

7. The lateral parking system of a three-dimensional parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lateral parking space (1) is a platform raised above the ground.

8. A method for controlling the lateral parking system of a three-dimensional parking garage according to any one of claims 1 to 7, characterized in that: The following steps are involved: The lower mechanism (22) runs on the entry and exit track (3) to move the transfer RGV (2) to the car docking location; the car is positioned by the comb teeth (211) of the upper mechanism (21); The scissor fork structure (24) lifts the car to a set height; Along the track (3), the transfer RGV (2) moves the car to the side parking space (1); The upper mechanism (21) of the scissor fork mechanism (24) is driven to approach the lateral parking space (1) by means of the slide rail mechanism (23), and the position of the upper mechanism (21) is detected; Starting the power ball (11) and the comb ball (212) to move the car sideways to the side parking space (1); Check whether the car is in place and stop the ball bearing from rotating when it is in place; The upper mechanism (21) is retracted and the RGV (2) is relocated to leave the lateral parking space to execute the next command.

9. The control method according to claim 8, characterized in that: The method also includes the step of selecting a parking method according to the on-site conditions of the parking garage, including a forward direct parking method or a parking method in which the vehicle is parked at the side and slides into the transfer RGV (2) using a ball bearing.

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