Route device with electronic playing device
By integrating electronic playback devices on the steps, pallets, guardrails and handrails of the travel path device, the aesthetic and practical problems of the travel path device in high-traffic places are solved, and efficient transmission of information and safety tips is achieved.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202480009771.9
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2023-04-26
- Filing Date
- 2024-01-31
- Publication Date
- 2025-09-05
AI Technical Summary
Existing driving path devices, when integrated into the surrounding environment, have difficulty meeting both aesthetic and practical requirements, especially in high-traffic places such as shopping malls or public transportation stations, where information transmission and safety prompts are insufficient.
An electronic playback device is provided on the steps or pallets guided on the supporting structure of the travel path device for presenting graphics, images and videos, which are integrated on the outer surface of the guardrail, decorative element or handrail and powered by a contactless data and energy transmission system to achieve visual design and information transmission.
The integrated aesthetics and practicality of the driving path device in the surrounding environment are improved, and the information transmission and safety prompt capabilities are enhanced without affecting the appearance design of the device.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] The present invention relates to a travel path device, in particular an escalator device or a moving walkway device, comprising a support structure and a travel path formed by steps or pallets guided on the support structure. The invention also relates to components of such a travel path device. Background Art
[0002] A variety of travel path devices are known from the prior art. Therefore, especially when it is necessary to cope with high traffic volumes, for example in public buildings such as shopping malls or at stations of public transport, escalators and moving walkways are used to transport people and goods.
[0003] A fundamental requirement is to integrate the travel path device into its surroundings in an aesthetically pleasing and functional manner, for example with regard to architectural, organizational, technical and / or safety requirements.
[0004] The travel path device has a substantially cantilever-like geometry and thus influences the appearance of the environment in which it is located. Therefore, it is common practice to design the travel path device to be visually attractive, for example with decorative elements or lighting elements.
[0005] Furthermore, travel path devices are often integrated into personnel guidance systems or used by personnel to guide them in targeted movements within buildings. This is based on the need to convey information about the movement path to the personnel using it. Therefore, relevant information, and also information about the operating mode of the travel path device, for example, is displayed in the vicinity of the travel path device, for example on road signs. Summary of the Invention
[0006] Based on this situation, the object of the present invention is to improve the integration of a travel path device in its surroundings.
[0007] The object of the present invention is achieved by the features of the independent claims. Advantageous embodiments are given in the dependent claims. As long as technically feasible, the teachings of the dependent claims can be combined arbitrarily with the teachings of the independent and dependent claims.
[0008] The object of the present invention is therefore achieved in particular by a travel path device, in particular an escalator device or a moving walk device, comprising a support structure, a travel path formed by steps or pallets guided on the support structure, and guardrails with glass panes arranged laterally to the travel path, wherein an electronic playback device for displaying graphics, images and videos is formed on at least one surface of the glass pane that is at least temporarily exposed during operation of the travel path device, wherein the electronic playback device is formed integrally with the temporarily exposed surface.
[0009] Furthermore, the object is achieved by a travel path device, in particular an escalator device or a moving walk device, comprising a support structure, a travel path formed by steps or pallets guided on the support structure, and at least one decorative element for decorating the support structure, wherein an electronic playback device for presenting graphics, images and videos is formed on at least one surface of the decorative element that is at least temporarily exposed during operation of the travel path device, wherein the electronic playback device is formed integrally with the temporarily exposed surface.
[0010] Furthermore, the object is achieved by a travel path device, in particular an escalator device or a moving walk device, comprising a support structure, a travel path formed by steps or pallets guided on the support structure, and at least one handrail guided parallel to the travel path, wherein an electronic playback device for presenting graphics, images and videos is formed on at least one surface of the handrail that is at least temporarily exposed during operation of the travel path device, wherein the electronic playback device is formed integrally with the temporarily exposed surface.
[0011] Advantageous aspects of the claimed invention are explained below, and preferred further developments of the invention are described further below. The description, in particular with regard to the advantages and definitions of features, is presented as a preferred, but non-limiting, example for these reasons. Whenever the description is restrictive, this is explicitly mentioned.
[0012] For the purposes of this disclosure, the general term "travel path device" primarily relates to escalator devices and moving walkway devices (the latter, in particular, are at least approximately flat or step-free with slight to moderate inclines) and similar passenger transport devices. The travel path device comprises steps or pallets, which are connected, for example, to a driven chain or similar transmission mechanism, guided in a guide mechanism, and arranged in a circular manner on a support structure. The guide mechanism, transmission mechanism, and other components of the travel path device are held within the support structure, which is preferably composed of at least two opposing side wall units connected to each other by cross members and, optionally, also by a floor unit. Each side wall unit is preferably composed of at least one side wall and, in particular, an upper and / or lower belt. The guide mechanism is provided, in particular, with guide rollers or chain rollers for guiding the steps or pallets of the travel path device; the corresponding rollers are placed or inserted into the guide mechanism and guided in this manner.
[0013] During operation of the travel device, surfaces that are at least temporarily located externally are understood to be surfaces that are visible to people standing on the escalator or in its surroundings. These surfaces include, for example, the exterior sides of decorative elements, such as the exterior sides of side decorative elements or lower decorative elements, the interior or exterior sides of guardrails, or the upper surfaces of handrails. Other exterior surfaces include, for example, the upper surface of the base, the upper surface of a step or support plate, the front surface of a step, and / or the upper surface of a comb plate. In particular, the surface of a step or support plate or the surface of a handrail can be temporarily covered, for example, when the surface is located in a covered lower portion of the escalator, or when a step is arranged flush with an adjacent step (i.e., not offset upward) in the lower or upper region of the escalator device.
[0014] The handrail is guided parallel to the travel path, for example, at a distance of approximately half a person's height from the travel path and preferably moves in a circular motion at the same speed as the steps or pallet, so that people standing on the travel path do not move relative to the handrail and can comfortably hold on to the handrail. Preferably, the handrail is guided on a guide device, for example, at least partially on the guardrail of the travel path device and / or partially directly on the support structure, and is driven by a drive device, in particular a drive device configured to be integrated with the drive device of the aforementioned transmission mechanism. If the handrail is guided on the support structure, it is at least indirectly guided on a component of the travel path device connected to the support structure and / or directly on the support structure. Particularly preferably, the handrail is essentially composed of a rubber material and / or is configured as a composite component. The electronic playback device is particularly preferably arranged on the upper side of the handrail and is visible to people viewing the handrail from above.
[0015] Graphics are understood to be pictures formed from geometric shapes, which, within the meaning of the present invention, can be both static and dynamic, especially animated. Graphics can be designed in particular to tangibly display technical information, for example as illustrations. Images are understood to be static pictures that are not directly formed from geometric shapes, but rather from free-form shapes and colors. Images are in particular photographs, animations, and / or artistic designs. Videos are moving images. The electronic playback device is configured to selectively display these contents, i.e., is suitable for displaying all of them. In particular, the electronic playback device has a plurality of pixels, each of which can individually change its color and brightness.
[0016] If the electronic playback device is integrally formed with the surface, it is, for example, bonded to the surface or enclosed between multiple layers of material forming the surface. In one embodiment, the electronic playback device is further covered by a protective element, such as a protective plate or film, and is disposed integrally between a component of the travel path device and the protective plate or film. Furthermore, the integrated design of the electronic playback device can be achieved, for example, by enclosing the electronic playback device in the material of a component of the travel path device.
[0017] The above-mentioned solution to this problem now includes a technical teaching that at least one surface of a guardrail, decorative element, or handrail can be visually designed with the aid of an electronic display device. This visual design can, for example, be used for architectural purposes, i.e., by presenting decorative themes, graphic designs, animations, etc., so that the escalator integrates into its surroundings and becomes visually attractive. The visual design can also be used for practical and / or technical needs, and for example, can present the travel direction of the travel path device, directions, information elements of the passenger guidance system, daily information, and / or usage or safety instructions, especially in the form of animations or other motions. The visual design can also be used for marketing purposes, for example. Typically, the visual design is aimed at attracting and / or diverting the attention of people, especially those using the travel path device. The electronic display device thus makes it possible to better integrate the travel path device into its surroundings, with this integration being achieved in a particularly diverse manner and tailored to different needs.
[0018] Due to the integrated design of the electronic display device with the surface, the visual impact on the exterior design of the travel path device is particularly small both when the electronic display device is in operation and when it is closed. Accordingly, the exterior design of the travel path device is not, or at least not significantly, adversely affected by the electronic display device.
[0019] It is particularly preferred to provide a guardrail on each side of the travel path, with the aforementioned electronic display device optionally being provided on one or both guardrails. The guardrail serves to protect the travel path, in particular to prevent people using the travel path device from falling, and typically also includes a guide for a handrail. The guardrail is particularly attached to the side wall elements of the support device and particularly preferably comprises an at least partially continuous planar element, such as a glass panel. The electronic display device is preferably formed on the planar element and thus serves to visually design the planar element, optionally facing the inner side of the travel path device, i.e., the travel path area, and / or facing the outer side of the travel path device, i.e., the surrounding area of the travel path device.
[0020] In a corresponding embodiment, the electronic display device is preferably integrated into the entire guardrail, so that the guardrail can be designed as a whole using the electronic display device. The electronic display device on the guardrail is particularly used to present graphics, images, and videos to people in the vicinity of the travel path device, who can fully perceive the guardrail or the graphics, images, or videos displayed thereon from a distance.
[0021] The decorative element is designed, for example, as a lateral or lower decorative element and, for example, as a metal panel mounted on a support structure. Particularly preferably, a plurality of decorative elements form a continuous decorative part of the support structure. The electronic playback device is thereby formed on the outer side of the decorative element and thus serves to visually design the decorative part facing the outer side of the travel path device. The electronic playback device is preferably formed over the entire decorative part, so that the decorative part can be designed as a whole using the electronic playback device. The electronic playback device on the decorative element is used, in particular, to present graphics, images, and videos to persons in the vicinity of the travel path device, who can perceive the decorative part or the graphics, images, or videos displayed thereon in their entirety from a distance.
[0022] The placement of an electronic display device on a handrail is particularly suitable for presenting information for the aforementioned purpose, as it is advantageously expected that people using the travel path device will frequently look at the handrail, specifically when placing their hands there upon boarding the travel path device. While standing or walking on the travel path, the handrail, and in particular the upper side of the handrail, is directly within the person's field of vision. Therefore, the electronic display device is preferably placed on the upper side of the handrail.
[0023] In one embodiment, the handrail is at least partially guided around the guardrail. The handrail is particularly advantageously arranged on the guardrail, in particular at a particularly advantageous height and with little structural effort.
[0024] In one embodiment of a travel path device having an electronic playback device disposed on a handrail, a primary portion is disposed on a fixed component of the travel path device, and a secondary portion, connected to the electronic playback device and comprising a device for contactlessly transmitting data and / or energy, is disposed on the handrail. The primary portion and secondary portion thus together constitute a device for contactlessly transmitting data and / or energy, which may also include or be connected to connecting cables, a storage device, or a control unit. The device for contactlessly transmitting data and / or energy enables the transmission of data or energy required for operating the electronic playback device without restricting or hindering the functionality of the handrail. If the secondary portion is connected to the electronic playback device, it may be integrally formed with the electronic playback device, for example. Alternatively, the secondary portion may be disposed on the handrail spaced apart from the electronic playback device and connected to at least one electronic playback device via connecting cables disposed on or in the handrail. In one embodiment, the secondary portion is disposed on the underside of the handrail, facing away from the upper side of the handrail.
[0025] In one embodiment of the travel path device described above, multiple primary parts of the device for contactless data and / or energy transmission are arranged along the guide of the handrail. This allows data and / or energy to be transmitted at multiple locations on the handrail or at multiple locations along the secondary part of the guide of the handrail. In one embodiment of this embodiment, multiple secondary parts of the device for contactless data and / or energy transmission are arranged along the handrail in the same manner and with the same advantages. In this case, the primary part and / or the secondary part, or the secondary parts, each have an extension, in particular, in the guide direction of the handrail, which ensures that contact for data and / or energy transmission exists between at least one pair of primary parts and secondary parts at each location along the circumference of the handrail. In one embodiment of the embodiment described above, at least one primary part is arranged on a support structure and / or at least one primary part is arranged on a guardrail. The multiple primary parts and / or multiple secondary parts are preferably connected to each other via connecting lines so that the same data or the same energy is available on all primary parts and / or the transmitted data and / or the transmitted energy is distributed on the handrail, for example on multiple electronic playback devices.
[0026] In a particularly preferred embodiment of the aforementioned embodiment, the device for contactless transmission of data and / or energy is designed to transmit data and / or energy inductively, wherein the primary part and the secondary part are each designed, in particular, as a coil. This allows for particularly simple and reliable contactless transmission of data and / or energy.
[0027] In an alternative embodiment to the above-described embodiment, a travel path device with an electronic playback device mounted on a handrail comprises a primary part mounted on a fixed component of the travel path device, and a secondary part of a device for contact-based data and / or energy transmission, connected to the electronic playback device, is mounted on the handrail. The primary part and the secondary part are each designed, in particular, as sliding contacts. This provides a particularly simple, reliable, and cost-effective transmission of data and / or energy, without restricting and / or hindering the functionality of the handrail, or at least only to a very limited extent.
[0028] Furthermore, in travel path devices with an electronic display device mounted on a handrail, the electronic display device is preferably configured as a flexible screen. This flexible screen, also known as a "smart foil," consists, for example, of an ultra-thin (O)LED or LCD layer encased in a flexible and impact-resistant material, such as a transparent plastic. Particularly preferably, the flexible screen is also designed to be stretchable. The flexible screen can be used in a variety of ways to display graphics, images, and videos, and generally has a graphic resolution sufficient for the visual design of the travel path device surface. Advantageously, the flexible screen can be attached to the handrail surface, where its surface contour easily and, in particular, without damage, follows the movement of the handrail surface caused by its wraparound guidance on the support structure. In particular, the flexible screen follows the typically 180° bend of the handrail at the respective end of the travel path device without damage. Therefore, the flexible screen is particularly suitable for being mounted on moving components of the travel path device, in particular on moving handrails, without restricting or hindering the functionality of the component / handrail.
[0029] To supplement the above solution, another electronic playback device can be constructed on at least one step or tray. Particularly preferably, the electronic playback device is located on the upper tread surface or front side of the step and faces the person using the travel path device. The electronic playback device on the step or tray is particularly useful for presenting graphics, images, and videos to people on the travel path device and is therefore particularly suitable for displaying information regarding the technical and / or safety aspects of escalator operation. For example, it can indicate to the person using the travel path device the approaching end of the travel path device or a safe distance to one side of the travel path device.
[0030] As a supplement to the above-described solution, the travel path device has at least one guide plate arranged at one end of the travel path, wherein a further electronic playback device is constructed on the guide plate. The electronic playback device is preferably arranged on the upper tread surface of the guide plate. The electronic playback device on the guide plate is particularly suitable for displaying graphics, images, and videos to people on the travel path device and, like the electronic playback device constructed on the steps or the pallet, is particularly suitable for displaying information on the technical and / or safety aspects of the escalator.
[0031] If the electronic display device is constructed on a step, a plate or a comb of the travel path device, the pixels of the electronic display device, in particular formed by LEDs, are arranged in particular between the ridges of the step, the plate or the comb.
[0032] In one embodiment, electronic playback devices are configured on each of the aforementioned components of the travel path device. The multiple electronic playback devices disposed on the travel path device can then interact with each other and display related graphics, images, and videos, or can independently display content. For example, the multiple electronic playback devices can independently display content that is specifically suited for their placement on the travel path device. The electronic playback devices on different components can also form a presentation surface that is at least visually continuous, or display content in a manner that appears to be a continuous surface, thereby achieving a particularly attractive visual design.
[0033] Furthermore, the electronic display device is preferably designed as an LED matrix. This LED matrix can be used in a variety of ways to present graphics, images, and videos, with a sufficient graphic resolution for the visual design of the travel path device surface, and at a relatively low cost. Depending on the desired visual design and the required LED matrix resolution, a higher or lower resolution can be selected with corresponding cost advantages. In a travel path device with an electronic display device built into the handrail, for example, each pixel of the LED matrix, formed by a single LED, can be arranged to move independently of other pixels on the handrail. Such an LED matrix can also easily follow the movement of the handrail.
[0034] Preferably, the LED matrix is transparent in the off state. This provides the particular advantage that the travel path device has a visually appealing appearance even when the LED matrix is off, and the LED matrix is barely visible or not visible at all to people in the surroundings of the travel path device, at least from a sufficient distance. This advantage is particularly achieved when the LED matrix is formed on a glass pane of the guardrail, wherein the guardrail is generally transparent when the LED matrix is off.
[0035] Particularly preferably, the travel path device includes at least one control unit signal-connected to an electronic playback device, wherein the control unit is configured to control the electronic playback device to display graphics, images, and / or videos. The control unit is preferably located on the primary side of a device for transmitting data and / or energy, i.e., is signal-connected to the primary part or parts of such a device. In one embodiment, the control unit or the travel path device further includes a storage unit for permanently storing graphics, image, and / or video files, wherein the control unit controls the electronic playback device to display at least one such stored file. In another embodiment, the travel path device includes a data exchange device, by means of which files can be exchanged with a source external to the travel path device, such as a network adapter and / or a cable interface, wherein the control unit controls the electronic playback device to display at least one file received via the data exchange device. Preferably, the control unit is a central control unit of the travel path device and, in this regard, controls other functions of the travel path device. Alternatively, a separately configured control unit can, for example, be signal-connected to the central control unit of the travel path device.
[0036] In another embodiment, the travel path device includes at least one sensor for detecting the position of a person on the travel path or in the surroundings of the travel path device, wherein a control unit is configured to control an electronic playback device to present graphics, images, and / or videos based on the position. This allows the content presented by the electronic playback device to be positioned so that it is within the person's perception zone, particularly during the entire time the person is using the travel path device. For example, information can be presented by means of the electronic playback device in the area of a guardrail, step / pallet, or handrail directly in front of a person on the travel path and on the electronic playback device parallel to the person's movement along the travel path. Furthermore, if the electronic playback device is mounted on a deck or guardrail, for example, content can only be presented on the electronic playback device when the person is sufficiently close to the electronic playback device. Particularly advantageously, the visual design can also be personalized in this manner based on specific features of the person detected by the sensor.
[0037] In another embodiment of the travel path device, the control unit is configured to control the electronic playback device to display graphics, images, and / or videos based on the operating state of the travel path device. The operating state is defined, in particular, by whether the travel path device is in motion and in which direction the travel path device is moving. Furthermore, the operating state may also be the load of the travel path device, maintenance intervals, or other technical parameters.
[0038] Furthermore, this object is achieved by a component of a travel path device as described above, which is designed as a guardrail, decorative element, or handrail and has an electronic playback device for displaying graphics, images, and videos, which is arranged on an at least temporarily exterior surface of the component. This component achieves the aforementioned advantages for the travel path device in a corresponding manner. In particular, the electronic playback device arranged on the component allows for improved integration of the travel path device into its surroundings in accordance with various requirements through visual design. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0039] The present invention will be described in detail below based on preferred embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. The drawings in the accompanying drawings are referred to as figures for short.
[0040] Figure 1 shows a schematic side view of a travel path device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention;
[0041] Figure 2 shows a schematic top view of a travel path device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention;
[0042] Figure 3 A top view of the electronic playback device of the travel path device is shown;
[0043] Figure 4 shows a schematic side view of a travel path device according to another preferred embodiment of the present invention;
[0044] Figure 5 is based on Figure 4 Detailed view of the handrail of the travel path device;
[0045] Figure 6 A perspective view showing a travel path device according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention; and
[0046] Figure 7 A perspective view of the electronic playback device of the travel path device is shown. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0047] The described embodiments are merely examples, which can be modified and / or supplemented in various ways within the scope of the claims. Each feature described with respect to a particular embodiment can be used alone or in combination with other features in any other embodiment. Each feature described with respect to an embodiment of a particular claim category can also be used in a corresponding manner in an embodiment of another claim category.
[0048] Figure 1A side view shows a travel path device 1.1 in the form of an escalator device according to a first embodiment, wherein the travel path device 1.1 has a support structure in the lower region, which is covered by a side trim 2. The trim 2 is formed by a trim element 2.1. Steps 3 are guided in the support structure, which together form a travel path 4 in the form of a staircase. Figure 2 (shown in FIG. 1 ). Guardrails 5 extending upward from the support structure on the side of the travel path 4 serve as fall protection for people on the travel path 4. Handrails 6 are provided on the upper side of the guardrails 5. The steps 3 and the handrails 6 extend around the travel path arrangement 1.1.
[0049] A first electronic playback device 7.1 is formed on the side of the decorative element 2. The first electronic playback device 7.1 is formed as a transparent LED matrix 10, such as Figure 3 . Such an LED matrix 10 is, for example, glued to decorative element 2.1 and covered, for example, with a protective film (not shown in detail). Content, i.e., graphics, images, or videos, can be displayed on decorative element 2 via first electronic playback device 7.1 in order to visually design decorative element 2 and thus integrate travel path device 1.1 into its surroundings.
[0050] A second electronic playback device 7.2 is configured on guardrail 5, also in the form of an LED matrix 10. Second electronic playback device 7.2 is, for example, integrated into the glass pane of guardrail 5, essentially enclosed between the layers of multi-layered glass. Second electronic playback device 7.2 can be used to display content, such as graphics, images, or videos, on guardrail 5 to visually design guardrail 5 and thus integrate travel path device 1.1 into its surroundings. Furthermore, related content can be displayed on first and second electronic playback devices 7.1, 7.2, such that these contents form a continuous image, for example, to visually design travel path device 1.1 as a whole and thus integrate it into its surroundings.
[0051] Also configured on the guardrail 5 are a third electronic display device 7.3, a fourth electronic display device 7.4, a fifth electronic display device 7.5, and a sixth electronic display device 7.6. These are also configured as LED matrices 10 and are integrated, for example, into the glass panes of the guardrail 5, for example, enclosed between layers of multi-layered glass. Electronic display devices 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 can be used to display content, such as graphics, images, or videos, on the guardrail 5 to visually design the guardrail 5 specifically for the escalator's boarding and alighting areas and, thereby, integrate the travel path device 1.1 into its surroundings. In particular, electronic display devices 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, and 7.6 can be used to display, for example, traffic light colors or direction arrows to present information about the escalator's operating status, particularly in an animated form, which is particularly important in the boarding and alighting areas. Electronic display devices 7.4 and 7.5 are also used, in particular, to form a continuous surface, together with electronic display devices 7.2 and 7.3 or 7.2 and 7.5, that can be visually designed.
[0052] On the underside of the decorative element 2, a seventh electronic display device 7.7 is also formed, which is also formed as an LED matrix 10. The seventh electronic display device 7.7 corresponds in its design and function to the first electronic display device 7.1 on the side of the decorative element 2.
[0053] Figure 2 A top view of a travel path 4 formed by steps 3 is shown. In the illustrated area, the steps 3 are shaped as steps, each being arranged staggered in height relative to adjacent steps 3. This arrangement allows the tread surface 3.1 and front side 3.2 to be arranged outside the corresponding step 3. According to an embodiment described only in supplementary detail, portions of an eighth electronic display device 7.8 are formed on each of the steps 3, on the tread surface 3.1 and / or front side 3.2. The eighth electronic display device 7.8 is configured as an LED matrix 10, wherein the individual LEDs are arranged, for example, between the tabs of the steps 3. Content, such as graphics, images, or videos, can be displayed on the travel path 4 to visually design the travel path 4 and thereby integrate the travel path device 1.1 into its surroundings. In particular, the eighth electronic display device 7.8 is positioned directly in front of a person standing on the travel path 4 and is therefore particularly suitable for presenting information relevant to the person.
[0054] The travel path device 1.1 is also provided with Figure 1 , a sensor 9 designed as a camera is shown, which is designed to detect the position of a person located on the travel path 4. In one embodiment, content is presented on the electronic playback devices 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7 and 7.8 depending on the position detected by the sensor 9, for example, directly in front of the person.
[0055] Furthermore, the travel path device 1.1 is provided with Figure 1 The control unit 11 is shown very schematically in FIG. 1 , wherein the control unit is configured to control one of the electronic playback devices 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8 to render graphics, images, and / or videos. The control unit 11 may also include, or cooperate with, a storage unit (not shown) for permanently storing graphics files, image files, and / or video files and / or a data exchange device such as a network adapter.
[0056] Figure 3 An LED matrix 10 is shown, wherein the electronic display devices 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, and 7.8 are formed, for example, by such an LED matrix 10. The LED matrix 10 has a plurality of pixels 10.1 formed from LEDs, the spacing between which determines the resolution of the electronic display devices 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, and 7.8. The spacing and resolution can be selected accordingly depending on the use and position of the electronic display devices 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, and 7.8. Furthermore, the LED matrix 10 is transparent and, in the off state, is imperceptible or barely perceptible, at least from a sufficient distance. The arrangement of the LED matrix 10 on the components of the travel path device 1.1 can be achieved, for example, by means of a material connection, particularly adhesive, by means of a positive fit, and / or by means of a force fit.
[0057] Figure 4 A side view shows a travel path device 1 . 2 of another embodiment, which is designed as an escalator device and is identical to the travel path device 1 . 1 in terms of essential features that are not described again.
[0058] Figure 5 A detailed side view shows a schematic detail of a portion of the armrest 6. A ninth electronic playback device 7.9 is formed on the armrest 6, more precisely, the ninth electronic playback device 7.9 is arranged on the upper side 6.1 of the armrest 6, in particular, it is adhesively bonded there. The ninth electronic playback device 7.9 is designed as a flexible screen 12, such as Figure 7 Such a flexible screen 12 is covered with a protective film, not shown in detail, on the armrest 6, for example.
[0059] A very schematically shown primary part 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.5 of a device for contactless transmission of data and / or energy is also provided on the travel path device 1.2, ie on the guardrail 5 on the one hand and on the supporting structure on the other hand. Figure 4 and5 The primary parts 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4 are connected to each other and to the control unit 11 of the travel path device 1.2 via connecting lines 14 and are configured to transmit data and / or energy to the secondary part 15 arranged in the handrail 6 according to the control instructions of the control unit 11, as shown in FIG. Figure 5 . The secondary part 15 is arranged above or in the area of the underside 6.2 of the handrail 6 and travels along the primary parts 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4 when the handrail 6 is pivoted. Contactless transmission of data and / or energy is possible whenever there is an intersection between the secondary part 15 and one of the primary parts 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4. The primary parts 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4 and the secondary part 15 each have a relatively long extension in the guide direction F of the handrail 6 and are, in particular, designed as coils. The secondary part 15 is also connected to the ninth electronic playback device 7.9 by means of a connecting line 16 in order to transmit data and / or energy received from the primary parts 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4 to the ninth electronic playback device 7.9. The ninth electronic playback device 7 . 9 and the secondary part 15 can also be arranged on the armrest 6 , preferably in multiple configurations and connected to one another via further connecting lines 16 .
[0060] Control unit 11 is provided in travel path device 1 . 2 for controlling ninth electronic playback device 7 . 9 via a device for contactless transmission of data and / or energy for displaying graphics, images and / or videos.
[0061] The ninth electronic playback device 7.9 can be used to display content, ie graphics, images or videos, on the armrest 6 in order to visually design the armrest 6 and thus integrate the travel path device 1.2 into its surroundings. Figure 6 As shown, the ninth electronic playback device 7 can display, for example, as first information 8.1, information about the operating state of travel path device 1.2, indicating that travel path device 1.2 is operating against the viewing direction and therefore not accessible / permitted from the viewing direction. Furthermore, as second information 8.2, text information from a passenger guidance system can be displayed, for example, information about the departure time and location of a train. Furthermore, as third information 8.3, a text advertisement can be displayed, for example. Information 8.1, 8.2, and 8.3 are arranged in the swiveled area of handrail 6 at the entrance area of travel path device 1.2 so that they are safely and easily visible to people standing in front of or approaching travel path device 1.2.
[0062] Figure 7A flexible screen 12 is shown, with the ninth electronic playback device 7.9 comprising such a flexible screen 12, for example. In addition to a screen film 12.1, the flexible screen 12 also includes a control unit 12.2 and connecting lines 12.3 for connecting the screen film 12.1 to the control unit 12.2. All of these components can be arranged on the handrail 6, or the control unit 12.2 can be integrated into the control unit 11 of the travel path device 1.2. The flexible screen 12 can be arranged on the handrail 6 of the travel path device 1.2, for example, by means of a material connection, in particular adhesive bonding, by means of a positive fit, and / or by means of a force fit.
[0063] Description of Reference Numerals
[0064] 1.1 Driving path device
[0065] 1.2 Driving path device
[0066] 2 decorative pieces
[0067] 2.1 Decorative elements of decorative parts
[0068] 3 steps
[0069] 3.1 Step tread surface
[0070] 3.2 Front side of the step
[0071] 4 Driving routes
[0072] 5 guardrails
[0073] 6 armrests
[0074] 6.1 Upper side of the armrest
[0075] 6.2 Underside of the armrest
[0076] 7.1 First Electronic Playback Device
[0077] 7.2 Second Electronic Playback Device
[0078] 7.3 Third Electronic Playback Device
[0079] 7.4 Fourth Electronic Playback Device
[0080] 7.5 Fifth Electronic Playback Device
[0081] 7.6 Sixth Electronic Playback Device
[0082] 7.7 Seventh Electronic Playback Device
[0083] 7.8 The Eighth Electronic Playback Device
[0084] 7.9 Ninth Electronic Playback Device
[0085] 8.1 First Information
[0086] 8.2 Second Information
[0087] 8.3 Third Party Information
[0088] 9 sensors
[0089] 10LED Matrix
[0090] 10.1 Pixels of LED Matrix
[0091] 11Control Unit
[0092] 12 Flexible screen
[0093] 12.1 Screen Film for Flexible Screens
[0094] 12.2 Flexible Screen Control Unit
[0095] 12.3 Flexible screen connection wires
[0096] 13.1 Primary part of a device for transmitting data and / or energy
[0097] 13.2 Primary part of a device for transmitting data and / or energy
[0098] 13.3 Primary part of a device for transmitting data and / or energy
[0099] 13.4 Primary part of a device for transmitting data and / or energy
[0100] 14 connecting wires
[0101] 15 Secondary part of a device for transmitting data and / or energy
[0102] 16 connecting wires
[0103] F Guidance direction
Claims
1. A travel path device (1.1, 1.2), in particular an escalator device or a moving walkway device, comprising: Support structure; A travel path (4) formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the support structure; and A guardrail (5) having a glass plate arranged on the side of the travel path (4); in, An electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is formed on at least one surface of the glass pane that is at least temporarily located on the outside during operation of the travel path device (1.1, 1.2) to present graphics, images and videos; It is characterized by: The electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed to be integrated with the temporarily external surface.
2. A travel path device (1.1, 1.2), in particular an escalator device or a moving walkway device, comprising: Support structure; a travel path (4) formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the support structure; and at least one decorative element (2.1) for decorating the supporting structure; in, An electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is formed on at least one surface of the decorative element (2.1) which is at least temporarily located on the outside during operation of the travel path device (1.1, 1.2) to present graphics, images and videos; It is characterized by: The electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed to be integrated with the temporarily external surface.
3. A travel path device (1.1, 1.2), in particular an escalator device or a moving walkway device, comprising: Support structure; a travel path (4) formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the support structure; and at least one handrail (6) guided parallel to the travel path (4); in, An electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is constructed on at least one surface of the handrail (6) which is at least temporarily located on the outside during operation of the travel path device (1.1, 1.2) to present graphics, images and videos; It is characterized by: The electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed to be integrated with the temporarily external surface.
4. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 3, wherein: The handrail (6) is guided at least partially around the guardrail (5).
5. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 3 or 4, wherein: A primary part (13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4) of a device for contactlessly transmitting data and / or energy is arranged on a fixed part of the travel path device (1.1, 1.2), in particular a plurality of primary parts (13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4) are arranged along a guide device of a handrail (6), and a secondary part (15) is arranged on the handrail (6), said secondary part being connected to the electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9).
6. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 5, wherein: At least one primary part ( 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4) are arranged on the support structure, and / or at least one primary part ( 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4) are arranged on the guardrail (5).
7. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 3 or 4, wherein: A primary part of a device for contact-type transmission of data and / or energy is arranged on a fixed part of the travel path device (1.1, 1.2), and a secondary part connected to an electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is arranged on the handrail (6), wherein the primary part and the secondary part are each designed as a sliding contact.
8. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to any one of claims 3 to 7, wherein: The electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is constructed as a flexible screen (12).
9. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to any one of claims 1 to 7, wherein: The electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed as an LED matrix (10).
10. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 9, wherein: The LED matrix (10) is transparent in the switched-off state.
11. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 1, comprising: at least one control unit (11) connected to the electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) by signal; in, The control unit (11) is configured to control the electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) to present graphics, images and / or videos.
12. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 11, comprising: at least one sensor (9) for detecting the position of a person on the travel path (4) or in the surroundings of the travel path device (1.1, 1.2); in, The control unit (11) is configured to control the electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) to present graphics, images and / or videos according to the position.
13. The travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 11 or 12, wherein: The control unit (11) is configured to control an electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) to present graphics, images and / or videos according to an operating state of a travel path device (1.1, 1.2).
14. A component of a travel path device (1.1, 1.2) according to any one of the preceding claims, which is designed as a guardrail (5), a decorative element (2.1) or a handrail (6), and which comprises: electronic playback devices (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) arranged on the at least temporarily external face of the component for presenting graphics, images and videos; in, The electronic playback device (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed to be integrated with the temporarily external surface.