A stereo parking garage lateral parking system and a control method thereof

Abstract

The application discloses a three-dimensional parking garage lateral parking system and a control method thereof. The system comprises a lateral parking space for storing a vehicle; the lateral parking space is located on the horizontal two sides of a track; a transfer RGV is arranged on the track; the transfer RGV is composed of an upper mechanism, a lower mechanism and a connecting device; the lower mechanism runs on the track; the transfer RGV is used for remotely transporting the vehicle from a connection place to the lateral parking space; the upper mechanism is comb-shaped and is responsible for lateral transfer of the vehicle; the upper mechanism and the lower mechanism are connected through a gear sliding rail mechanism and a scissor fork mechanism to realize up-down and left-right movement of the upper mechanism for transferring the vehicle; lateral parking space balls and comb teeth balls are arranged at corresponding positions of the upper mechanism and the lateral parking space and are used for lateral movement of the vehicle; and a position sensor is used for detecting whether the transfer RGV and the vehicle reach a predetermined position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the automated production industry and belongs to the field of automation technology. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of urban economies and the automotive industry, the number of private cars has increased dramatically, leading to increasingly serious urban parking problems. Data shows that the growth rate of urban motor vehicles far exceeds the construction speed of parking facilities. Faced with the scarcity of urban land resources, the parking problem is becoming increasingly prominent. In this context, the lateral parking technology of multi-level parking garages, due to its ability to efficiently utilize limited land area and maximize parking space, has become one of the effective ways to alleviate urban parking pressure. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention aims to provide a lateral parking mechanism and its control method for an intelligent automated parking system. This technology enables lateral parking in both parking spaces and public parking lanes within a minimal space. By reducing the frequent reversing of the RGV (Rail Guided Vehicle), it ensures structural safety and reliability and reduces equipment wear. Furthermore, this invention improves parking efficiency and safety, and significantly enhances the space utilization of small parking lots.

[0004] To achieve the above effects, this application provides a lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage, the system comprising: Lateral parking space 1 is used to store vehicles; the lateral parking space 1 is located on both sides of the track. The transfer RGV2 is placed on the track. The transfer RGV2 consists of an upper mechanism 21 and a lower mechanism 22 and their connecting devices. 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 comb-shaped and is responsible for the 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 mechanism 24 to enable the upper mechanism 21 to move up and down and left and right to transfer the car. Power ball 11 and comb ball 212 are provided at the corresponding positions of the upper mechanism and the lateral parking space for lateral movement of the vehicle. A position sensor is used to detect whether the RGV2 and the vehicle have reached the designated location.

[0005] Furthermore, the RGV2 is powered by a brush, a battery, or a combination of both.

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

[0007] Furthermore, the upper mechanism 21 consists of several comb teeth arranged side by side, distributed at the front and rear ends of the upper mechanism, for positioning the vehicle.

[0008] Furthermore, the upper surface of the side parking space 1 is provided with a power ball bearing 11, and a comb ball bearing 212 is also provided at the corresponding position of the upper mechanism; the comb teeth of the side parking space 1 and the comb ball bearing in the upper mechanism are at the same height as the ball bearing of the side parking space 1 through the scissor fork mechanism 24; the comb teeth are provided with comb ball bearings, and the car can be moved from the upper mechanism of the main parking space pair to the side parking space by rotating the comb ball bearings.

[0009] Furthermore, a scissor fork mechanism 24 is provided at both the front and rear ends of the lower mechanism. The bottom of the scissor fork mechanism 24 is mounted on the gear slide rail mechanism 23, which is placed on the horizontal frame of the lower mechanism. The top of the scissor fork mechanism 24 is connected to the horizontal frame of the upper mechanism, and is used to lift the upper mechanism to the same height as the side parking space 1.

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

[0011] On the other hand, this application also provides a method for controlling the lateral parking system of the above-mentioned multi-level parking garage, comprising the following steps: The lower mechanism 22 runs on the track 3, causing the transfer RGV2 to move to the vehicle docking point; the vehicle is positioned by the comb teeth 211 of the upper mechanism 21. The scissor fork mechanism 24 lifts the car to the appropriate height; Along track 3, RGV2 will transfer the car to the side parking space 1; The gear slide rail mechanism 23 drives the scissor fork mechanism 24 and the upper mechanism 21 to approach the side parking space 1, and detects the positioning status of the upper mechanism 21. Activate the power ball 11 and the comb ball 212 to move the car laterally to the lateral parking space 1; The ball bearings stop rotating once the car is in position. The upper mechanism 21 is retracted, and RGV2 is transferred to leave the lateral parking space to execute the next command.

[0012] Furthermore, it also includes steps for selecting a parking method based on the on-site conditions of the parking garage, including direct parking facing forward or parking the vehicle on the side and using ball bearings to slide it into the RGV2.

[0013] This invention has the following significant advantages: Maximizing space utilization: Through an innovative lateral parking mechanism design, this invention significantly reduces the space required for parking spaces and public parking lanes, allowing more vehicles to be parked within a limited space. This is especially important in urban environments where land resources are scarce, effectively alleviating parking pressure.

[0014] Reduced equipment wear and energy consumption: This invention optimizes the parking process, avoiding frequent reversing of the transfer RGV, thereby reducing mechanical wear and extending the equipment's service life. Furthermore, reducing reversing operations also means lower energy consumption, contributing to energy conservation and environmental protection.

[0015] High adaptability: The design of this invention allows for customization based on the specific needs of actual projects. Drivers can choose to park straight or sideways depending on 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 this invention. Attached Figure Description

[0016] Figure 1 This is a front view of an intelligent three-dimensional parking garage lateral parking mechanism system according to the present invention; Figure 2 This is a front view of an intelligent three-dimensional parking garage lateral parking mechanism system according to the present invention; Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the initial state of a car being moved to a parallel parking space; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of a car in the process of side parking; Figure 5 This is a diagram illustrating the side-parked position of a car. Figure 6 This is a diagram showing a car driving forward into the shuttle parking space; Figure 7 This is a diagram illustrating how a car slides sideways into a shuttle parking space; In the diagram, 1-side parking space, 2-transfer RGV, 3-track, 11-power ball bearing, 12-positioning sensor, 21-upper mechanism, 22-lower mechanism, 23-gear slide rail mechanism, 24-scissor fork mechanism, 25-positioning mechanism, 26-positioning sensor, 27-positioning sensor, 211-comb teeth, 212-comb tooth ball bearing. Detailed Implementation

[0017] The preferred embodiments of the present invention will now be described in detail with reference to 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 content mentioned in the embodiments is not intended to limit the present invention.

[0018] Example:

[0019] A lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage, the system comprising: Side parking space 1 is used to store vehicles; the side parking space 1 is located horizontally to the side of the main parking space; The transfer RGV2 is provided on the track 3. The transfer RGV2 consists of an upper mechanism 21 and a lower mechanism 22 and their connecting devices. The lower mechanism 22 moves on the track 3 and is used for long-distance transportation of vehicles from the docking point to the side parking space 1. The upper mechanism 21 is comb-shaped and is responsible for the 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 mechanism 24 to enable the upper mechanism 21 to move up and down and left and right to transfer the car. Power ball 11 and comb ball 212 are provided at the corresponding positions of the upper mechanism and the lateral parking space for lateral movement of the vehicle. A position sensor is used to detect whether the RGV2 and the vehicle have reached the designated location.

[0020] Furthermore, the RGV2 is powered by a brush, a battery, or a combination of both.

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

[0022] Furthermore, the upper mechanism 21 consists of several comb teeth arranged side by side, distributed at the front and rear ends of the upper mechanism, for positioning the vehicle.

[0023] Furthermore, the upper surface of the side parking space 1 is provided with a power ball bearing 11, and a comb ball bearing 212 is also provided at the corresponding position of the upper mechanism; the comb teeth of the side parking space 1 and the comb ball bearing in the upper mechanism are at the same height as the ball bearing of the side parking space 1 through the scissor fork mechanism 24; the comb teeth are provided with comb ball bearings, and the car can be moved from the upper mechanism of the main parking space pair to the side parking space by rotating the comb ball bearings.

[0024] Furthermore, a scissor fork mechanism 24 is provided at both the front and rear ends of the lower mechanism. The bottom of the scissor fork mechanism 24 is mounted on the gear slide rail mechanism 23, which is placed on the horizontal frame of the lower mechanism. The top of the scissor fork mechanism 24 is connected to the horizontal frame of the upper mechanism, and is used to lift the upper mechanism to the same height as the side parking space 1.

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

[0026] On the other hand, this application also provides a method for controlling the lateral parking system of the above-mentioned multi-level parking garage, comprising the following steps: The lower mechanism 22 runs on the track 3, causing the transfer RGV2 to move to the vehicle docking point; the vehicle is positioned by the comb teeth 211 of the upper mechanism 21. The scissor fork mechanism 24 lifts the car to the appropriate height; Along track 3, RGV2 will transfer the car to the side parking space 1; The upper mechanism 21 is driven to approach the lateral parking space 1 by the gear slide rail mechanism 23, and the positioning status of the upper mechanism 21 is detected. Activate the power ball 11 and the comb ball 212 to move the car laterally to the lateral parking space 1; The ball bearings stop rotating once the car is in position. The upper mechanism 21 is retracted, and RGV2 is transferred to leave the lateral parking space to execute the next command.

[0027] Furthermore, it also includes steps for selecting a parking method based on the on-site conditions of the parking garage, including direct parking facing forward or parking the vehicle on the side and using ball bearings to slide it into the RGV2.

[0028] Specifically, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the application steps of this invention are as follows: The transfer RGV2 consists 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 vehicles from the docking point to the side parking space 1. The upper mechanism 21 is a comb-shaped structure responsible for the 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 mechanism 24. The lifting function of the scissor fork mechanism 24, in conjunction with the comb teeth of the upper mechanism 21, allows the transfer RGV2 to dock with cars at the elevator or parking area. The RGV2 moves the car along the track 3 to the side parking space 1. The upper mechanism 21 approaches the side parking space 1 under the drive of the gear slide mechanism 23. The arrival sensor 12 detects the arrival status of the upper mechanism 21. After the upper mechanism 21 moves laterally into position, the power ball 11 and the comb ball 212 start simultaneously. The car moves laterally to parking space 1 along with the ball. After the positioning sensors 26 and 27 detect the positioning, the ball stops rotating, the upper mechanism 21 retracts, and the RGV2 leaves the parking space to execute the next command. Figures 3 to 5 This illustrates the lateral parking process of the present invention.

[0029] The RGV2 can be powered by brushes, batteries, or a combination of both.

[0030] Depending on the parking garage conditions, parking can be done either directly in the forward direction, using a comb-like connection, or... Figure 6 As shown, or the vehicle is parked on the side and uses ball bearings to slide into the RGV for transfer. Figure 7 As shown.

[0031] The above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention and does not limit the patent scope of the present invention. Any method that utilizes the description and drawings of the present invention, or is directly or indirectly applied to other related technical fields, is similarly included within the patent protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage, characterized in that, The system includes: Lateral parking spaces (1) are used to store vehicles; the lateral parking spaces (1) are located on both sides of the track (3) at horizontal distances; Transfer RGV (2), the transfer RGV (2) is placed on the track (3), the transfer RGV (2) is composed of an upper mechanism (21) and a lower mechanism (22) and their connecting devices, wherein the lower mechanism (22) runs on the track (3) for long-distance transportation of vehicles from the docking point to the side parking space (1); the upper mechanism (21) is comb-shaped and is responsible for the side 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 mechanism (24) to realize the upper mechanism to move up and down and left and right to transfer the car; Power ball bearings (11) and comb ball bearings (212) are provided at corresponding positions of the upper mechanism and the lateral parking space for lateral movement of the vehicle; A position sensor is used to detect whether the transfer RGV (2) and the vehicle have reached the predetermined position; The upper mechanism (21) consists of several comb teeth arranged side by side, distributed at the front and rear ends of the upper mechanism, for positioning the vehicle.

2. The lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The rechargeable RGV (2) is powered by a brush, a battery, or a combination of both.

3. The lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The track (3) is laid on the ground, and the lower mechanism moves within the track (3).

4. The lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The upper surface of the side parking space (1) is provided with a power ball bearing (11), and a comb ball bearing (212) is also provided at the corresponding position of the upper mechanism; the ball bearing in the upper mechanism and the ball bearing in the side parking space (1) are at the same height through the scissor fork mechanism (24); the car can be moved from the upper mechanism to the side parking space by rotating the ball bearing.

5. A lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lower mechanism is provided with scissor fork mechanisms (24) at both the front and rear ends. The bottom of the scissor fork mechanism (24) is mounted on the gear slide rail mechanism (23). The slide rail mechanism is placed on the horizontal frame of the lower mechanism. The top of the scissor fork mechanism (24) is connected to the horizontal frame of the upper mechanism to lift the upper mechanism to the same height as the side parking space (1).

6. A lateral parking system for a multi-level parking garage according to claim 1, characterized in that, The lateral parking space (1) is a platform that is raised above the ground.

7. A method for controlling the lateral parking system of a multi-level parking garage as described in any one of claims 1-6, characterized in that, Includes the following steps: The lower mechanism (22) runs on the track (3) to move the transfer RGV (2) to the vehicle docking point; the vehicle is positioned by the comb teeth (211) of the upper mechanism (21); The scissor fork mechanism (24) lifts the car to a set height; Along track (3), transfer RGV (2) to move the car to the side parking space (1); The upper mechanism (21) is driven to approach the lateral parking space (1) by the gear slide rail mechanism (23), and the positioning of the upper mechanism (21) is detected; Start the power ball (11) and comb ball (212) to move the car laterally to the lateral parking space (1); The ball bearings stop rotating once the car is in position. The upper mechanism (21) is retrieved, and the RGV (2) leaves the lateral parking space to execute the next command.

8. The control method according to claim 7, characterized in that, It also includes the step of selecting the parking method according to the on-site conditions of the parking garage, including direct parking in the front or parking the vehicle on the side and using the ball bearings to slide into the transfer RGV (2).

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