Corridor riding ladder and control system thereof

Abstract

The invention discloses a corridor riding ladder and a control system thereof, and the corridor riding ladder comprises a track mechanism, a manned platform, a pair of crawler-type walking platforms, a riding seat and a control assembly. The track mechanism is fixedly installed on the side wall of the corridor and used for providing guiding and bearing. The manned platform is slidably arranged on the track mechanism and used for providing a riding platform for a user. The pair of crawler-type walking platforms is symmetrically installed on a pair of side walls of the manned platform, each crawler-type walking platform comprises a frame, an annular crawler belt, a driving motor and a sensor, the frames are connected to the side walls of the manned platform in a hinged mode, and the annular crawler belts are installed on the frames and used for forming a walkable plane. According to the corridor riding ladder, fragmented time of going upstairs and downstairs can be fully utilized, boring stair climbing is converted into effective aerobic exercise, the problem that modern people lack exercise time is solved, meanwhile, the interestingness of the corridor riding ladder in use is increased, more users can be attracted to use, and formation of healthy life styles is promoted.

Description

TECHNICAL FIELD

[0001] The present application belongs to the technical field of corridor riding stairs, and particularly relates to a corridor riding stair and a control system thereof. BACKGROUND

[0002] Stairs are the most basic vertical traffic facilities in buildings. However, for the elderly, the disabled or people carrying heavy objects, climbing stairs is a time-consuming and laborious challenge. Existing solutions mainly include elevators and corridor riding stairs. Although elevators are convenient, they have problems such as high installation cost, large modification to the original building structure, high energy consumption, etc. Corridor riding stairs are a riding auxiliary facility installed in a corridor, mainly used to solve the problem that users do not need to climb up and down the stairs, especially suitable for stairwells of multi-storey residential buildings or public buildings. The core design concept is to provide power support through a mechanical transmission device, and users can ride through the track to realize movement between floors. However, it is slow, the function is single, the user experience is passive and boring, and it cannot meet the needs of efficiency and interest of young people.

[0003] At the same time, with the acceleration of urban life rhythm, people generally lack exercise time. Although household treadmills, elliptical machines and other fitness equipment are popular, they occupy space, have single use scenarios, and are easy to be idle due to boredom. In the prior art, there are also some devices that try to combine exercise and stairs, but most of them are complex in design, or separate fitness movements from transportation functions, and fail to achieve seamless integration. For example, some devices require users to perform pedaling actions to drive, but this has problems such as difficulty in controlling the center of gravity, low safety, etc. during the process of going up and down the stairs.

[0004] Therefore, in view of the above technical problems, it is necessary to provide a corridor riding stair and a control system thereof.

[0005] The information disclosed in this BACKGROUND section is only intended to increase an understanding of the general context of the present application and it should not be taken as an acknowledgement that this information is previously known to be prior art to the present application. SUMMARY

[0006] The purpose of the present application is to provide a corridor riding stair and a control system thereof, which can solve the problems in the background art.

[0007] In order to achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the technical scheme provided by an embodiment of the present application is as follows:

[0008] A stairwell cycling ladder includes a track mechanism, a passenger platform, a pair of tracked walking platforms, a riding seat, and a control assembly. The track mechanism is fixedly installed on the side wall of the stairwell to provide guidance and support. The passenger platform is slidably mounted on the track mechanism to provide a riding platform for the user. The pair of tracked walking platforms are symmetrically installed on a pair of side walls of the passenger platform. Each tracked walking platform includes a frame, an annular track, a drive motor, and sensors. The frame is hinged to the side wall of the passenger platform. The annular track is mounted on the frame to form a walkable plane. The drive motor is mounted on the side wall of the frame to drive the annular track to rotate. The sensors are used to detect the user's movement. The riding seat is rotatably connected to the passenger platform. The control assembly is mounted on the passenger platform and surrounds the riding seat. The control assembly is used by the user to control the passenger platform and the tracked walking platforms.

[0009] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the track mechanism includes a plurality of spaced-apart columns, at least one guide column, and a rack. The columns are fixedly installed on the side wall of the stairwell. The guide column is laid parallel to the staircase. The rack is laid parallel to the guide column, and the passenger platform is slidably mounted on the guide column and is connected to the rack via gears.

[0010] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the control assembly includes a vertical frame, a horizontal frame, a pair of U-shaped frames, a pair of handrails, and a pair of backrests. The vertical frame is fixedly connected to the passenger platform and is disposed under the riding seat. The horizontal frame is fixedly connected to the vertical frame. The U-shaped frames are symmetrically connected to the horizontal frame. The handrails are respectively connected to the pair of U-shaped frames. The backrests are respectively connected to the pair of U-shaped frames.

[0011] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, a control unit is installed on the handrail. The control unit is used to receive the sensor signal and coordinately control the operating speed of the drive motor and the manned platform, so that when the user walks on the circular track, the manned platform rises and falls at a corresponding speed.

[0012] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the control unit includes a speed coordination control module, which is used to acquire the walking speed of the user on the circular track as measured by the sensor, and calculate and implement the target lifting speed of the manned platform based on the walking speed and the running direction selected by the user, while controlling the drive motor to run at a speed that matches the walking speed.

[0013] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, a heart rate sensor is installed on the handrail. The heart rate sensor is electrically connected to the control unit. The control unit can receive data from the heart rate sensor and reduce the operating speed of the manned platform or trigger a shutdown when the heart rate exceeds a preset safety threshold.

[0014] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the control unit includes a user identification module, which is communicatively connected to an external mobile terminal. The user identification module is used to identify the current user's identity and, based on the identified user's identity, call up the user's personalized settings. The mobile terminal is used to record and display the user's motion data.

[0015] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the control unit further includes a motion mode management module, which provides at least two switchable operating modes.

[0016] In one or more embodiments of the present invention, the sensor includes a speed sensor and a torque sensor. The speed sensor is used to detect the relative speed between the user's foot and the annular track in a non-contact manner, and the torque sensor corresponds to the drive motor and is used to detect the torque applied to the annular track by the user when walking.

[0017] A control system for a stairwell escalator includes a memory for an executable program and a processor. When the program is executed by the processor, it implements the following steps:

[0018] S1. User identification and mode selection;

[0019] S2. Real-time acquisition of user motion status signals and device status signals;

[0020] S3. Based on the selected mode and the acquired signals, control commands for the tracked walking platform and the manned platform are generated through a collaborative control algorithm.

[0021] Compared with existing technologies, the stairwell cycling ladder and its control system of the present invention can make full use of fragmented time for going up and down stairs, turning the tedious stair climbing into effective aerobic exercise, solving the pain point of modern people's lack of exercise time. At the same time, it increases the fun of using the stairwell cycling ladder, thereby attracting more users and promoting the formation of a healthy lifestyle. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a first-angle perspective view of a stairwell cycling ladder according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0025] Figure 3 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure at point B;

[0026] Figure 4 for Figure 1 Schematic diagram of the structure at point C;

[0027] Figure 5 This is a second perspective view of a stairwell cycling ladder according to an embodiment of the present invention;

[0028] Figure 6 This is a structural block diagram of a stairwell cycling ladder control system according to one embodiment of the present invention;

[0029] Figure 7 This is a block diagram of the control component structure in one embodiment of the present invention;

[0030] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of a stairwell cycling ladder control system according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Explanation of key figure labels:

[0032] 1- Track mechanism, 101- Column, 102- Guide column, 103- Rack, 2- Manned platform, 3- Tracked walking platform, 301- Frame, 302- Annular track, 303- Drive motor, 4- Riding seat, 5- Control components, 501- Vertical frame, 502- Horizontal frame, 503- U-shaped frame, 504- Handrail, 5041- Control unit, 505- Backrest. Detailed Implementation

[0033] To enable those skilled in the art to better understand the technical solutions in this disclosure, the technical solutions in the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments in this disclosure, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort should fall within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0034] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, an embodiment of the stairwell cycling ladder of the present invention includes a track mechanism 1, a passenger platform 2, a pair of tracked walking platforms 3, a riding seat 4, and a control component 5. The track mechanism 1 is fixedly installed on the side wall of the stairwell to provide guidance and support. The passenger platform 2 is suspended from the track mechanism 1 by guide wheels on its back and can slide up and down along the track mechanism 1 to provide a riding platform for the user. A pair of tracked walking platforms 3 are symmetrically installed on a pair of side walls of the passenger platform 2. Each tracked walking platform 3 includes a frame 301, an annular track 302, a drive motor 303, and sensors. The frame 301 is hinged to the side wall of the passenger platform 2. The annular track 302 is installed on the frame 301 to form a walkable plane. The drive motor 303 is installed on the side wall of the frame 301 to drive the annular track 302 to rotate. The sensors are used to detect the user's movement status. The riding seat 4 is rotatably connected to the passenger platform 2. The control component 5 is mounted on the manned platform 2 and surrounds the riding seat 4. The control component 5 is used by the user to control the manned platform 2 and the tracked walking platform 3. Due to the rotatable setting of the riding seat 4, when the manned platform 2 moves in different directions along the track mechanism 1, the user can also rotate his body so that the user can always face the direction of travel of the manned platform 2.

[0035] The user sits on the riding seat 4 and controls the manned platform 2 to rise and fall along the track mechanism 1 via the control component 5. During the rise and fall of the manned platform 2 along the track mechanism 1, the user's feet can be placed on the annular track 302 for walking. When the user is walking using the annular track 302, sensors can detect the user's movement status and provide real-time feedback to the control component 5, which then synchronously controls the movement speed of the manned platform 2 based on the user's movement status.

[0036] This application can make full use of users' fragmented time going up and down stairs, turning the tedious stair climbing into effective aerobic exercise, solving the pain point of modern people's lack of exercise time. At the same time, it increases the fun of using the stairwell cycling stairs, thereby attracting more users and promoting a healthy lifestyle.

[0037] In this embodiment, the surface of the annular track 302 is provided with a textured anti-slip pattern and is made of high-friction rubber or composite material, ensuring the safety of the user when using the annular track 302.

[0038] Preferably, the frame 301 is made of high-strength steel, and the drive motor 303 drives the drive roller through the gear set, thereby driving the annular track 302 to rotate.

[0039] like Figures 1 to 2 As shown, the track mechanism 1 includes multiple spaced-apart columns 101, at least one guide column 102, and a rack 103. The columns 101 are securely mounted to the side wall of the stairwell using expansion bolts. The guide column 102 is laid parallel to the staircase. The rack 103 is laid parallel to the guide column 102, and the passenger platform 2 slides on the guide column 102 and is connected to the rack 103 via gears. The columns 101 are used to fix the guide column 102, and the passenger platform 2 can move along the guide column 102 through the meshing action of the rack 103.

[0040] like Figures 1 to 5 As shown, the control assembly 5 includes a vertical frame 501, a horizontal frame 502, a pair of U-shaped frames 503, a pair of handrails 504, and a pair of backrests 505. The vertical frame 501 is fixedly connected to the passenger platform 2 and is located under the riding seat 4. The horizontal frame 502 is fixedly connected to the vertical frame 501. The U-shaped frames 503 are symmetrically connected to the horizontal frame 502. The handrails 504 are connected to the pair of U-shaped frames 503 respectively. The backrests 505 are connected to the pair of U-shaped frames 503 respectively. The vertical frame 501 is used to fix the horizontal frame 502, and the horizontal frame 502 is used to install the U-shaped frames 503, handrails 504, and backrests 505. The U-shaped frames 503 are used to install the handrails 504. When the user sits on the riding seat 4, their hands can hold onto the handrails 504 to increase the stability and safety of the user riding the passenger platform 2. The backrests 505 are used to support the user's back, increasing the user's comfort when riding the passenger platform 2.

[0041] The handrail 504 is equipped with a control unit 5041, which is used to receive sensor signals and coordinate the control of the running speed of the drive motor 303 and the manned platform 2, so that when the user walks on the ring track 302, the manned platform 2 rises and falls at the corresponding speed.

[0042] like Figures 1 to 7 As shown, the control unit 5041 includes a speed coordination control module. The speed coordination control module is used to acquire the walking speed of the user on the circular track 302 as measured by the sensor, and calculate and implement the target lifting speed of the manned platform 2 based on the walking speed and the running direction selected by the user. At the same time, it controls the drive motor 303 to run at a speed that matches the walking speed.

[0043] The handrail 504 is equipped with a heart rate sensor, which is electrically connected to the control unit 5041. The control unit 5041 receives data from the heart rate sensor and reduces the operating speed of the passenger platform 2 or triggers a shutdown when the heart rate exceeds a preset safety threshold. By incorporating the heart rate sensor, the safety and health monitoring functions of the passenger platform 2 are enhanced, making it not only a transportation tool but also an intelligent health management terminal, thus improving the product's professionalism and user trust.

[0044] like Figure 7 As shown, the control unit 5041 includes a user identification module, which is communicatively connected to an external mobile terminal. The user identification module identifies the current user and, based on the identified user identity, retrieves the user's personalized settings, including but not limited to: preset lift / relief ratios, resistance coefficients, and preferred exercise modes. This enhances the personalized experience of the device, strengthens user engagement, and lays the foundation for value-added services based on user data, such as personalized fitness plans.

[0045] The mobile terminal is used to record and display the user's exercise data, including the number of floors climbed, calories burned, and exercise duration. It also integrates a gamified interactive interface, which transforms the user's real-time exercise data on the circular track 302 into the progress of the game, thereby enhancing the user's enjoyment when using the stairwell elevator.

[0046] like Figure 7 As shown, the control unit 5041 includes a motion mode management module, which provides at least two switchable operating modes, such as an active fitness mode and an assisted drive mode. In active fitness mode, the output power of the manned platform 2 is positively correlated with the torque applied by the user to the annular track 302, and the user's walking is the main power source for the lifting and lowering of the manned platform 2. In assisted drive mode, the manned platform 2 provides constant or preset lifting power, and the user's walking is only for auxiliary or fitness purposes. This configuration allows it to adapt to users with different physical conditions, expanding the product's target audience and market.

[0047] In this embodiment, the sensors include a speed sensor and a torque sensor. The speed sensor is used to detect the relative speed between the user's foot and the annular track 302 in a non-contact manner. The torque sensor corresponds to the drive motor 303 and is used to detect the torque applied to the annular track 302 when the user walks.

[0048] like Figure 7 As shown, the control unit 5041 also includes a safety monitoring module, which is configured to continuously monitor system operating parameters and trigger an emergency stop when one of the following conditions is detected: the user's walking speed and the track rotation speed are out of sync and exceed a threshold; the system motor current is abnormal; a signal from the emergency stop switch is received; or the equipment is running at overspeed.

[0049] like Figure 8 As shown, a control system for a stairwell escalator includes a memory for an executable program and a processor. When the program is executed by the processor, it implements the following steps:

[0050] S1. User identification and mode selection;

[0051] S2. Real-time acquisition of user motion status signals and device status signals;

[0052] S3. Based on the selected mode and the collected signals, control commands for the tracked walking platform 3 and the manned platform 2 are generated through a cooperative control algorithm.

[0053] S4. Perform security logic judgments in real time and execute protective actions in case of anomalies.

[0054] The user sits on the riding seat 4, with their feet placed on the circular track 302 and their hands holding the handlebars 504. They select "Active Fitness Mode" via the control unit 5041. The user swings their feet forward to simulate walking. The speed sensor detects the user's walking speed as V, for example, 5 km / h. The motion mode management module calculates the platform's target vertical movement speed V based on a preset algorithm and the user's selected up / down command. For example, if the user wants to go upstairs and their walking speed is 5 km / h, the platform should move upwards at a corresponding speed. The speed coordination control module issues a command to control the manned platform 2 to operate at V, while simultaneously controlling the drive motor 303 to operate at the user's walking speed.

[0055] At this moment, the user feels as if he is walking on a treadmill running at a speed of 5km / h, but because the entire manned platform 2 is also moving upward, his actual position in the stairwell is constantly rising, realizing "walking up the stairs at the same time".

[0056] The safety monitoring module operates continuously. If it detects an abnormal spike in the user's heart rate, a sudden and significant deceleration, or an abnormal system current, the safety monitoring module will immediately trigger the brakes and stop all motors to ensure safety. Once the user reaches the target floor, pressing the stop button will bring the equipment to a smooth stop.

[0057] In another embodiment, the control unit 5041 adds a user identification module. The user registers an account on a mobile app and enters basic information such as height and weight. When the user approaches the device, they can pair with it via Bluetooth or NFC.

[0058] The user selected the "Game Challenge Mode." The app interface displays a virtual character climbing a tower. The user's walking speed on the circular track 302 is directly converted into the virtual character's climbing speed. Simultaneously, the device displays the calories burned in real-time on the app based on the user's weight and exercise intensity. Upon reaching certain levels, the app provides reward notifications. This setup significantly enhances the fun and engagement of using the manned platform 2.

[0059] In summary, this invention replaces the traditional stepping structure with a tracked walking platform 3, allowing users to walk or run on it. Simultaneously, the control unit 5041 coordinates the rotation of the annular track 302 and the lifting and lowering of the manned platform 2, enabling users to move up and down stairs while exercising. This system integrates user identification, multi-mode management, heart rate monitoring, and gamified interaction, transforming the tedious process of going up and down stairs into a safe, efficient, and fun fitness experience. It is particularly suitable for scenarios such as homes and office buildings, effectively promoting a healthy lifestyle.

[0060] Those skilled in the art will understand that embodiments of the present invention can be provided as methods, systems, or computer program products. Therefore, the present invention can take the form of a completely hardware embodiment, a completely software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware aspects. Furthermore, the present invention can take the form of a computer program product embodied on one or more computer-usable storage media (including, but not limited to, disk storage, CD-ROM, optical storage, etc.) containing computer-usable program code.

[0061] This invention is described with reference to flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams of methods, apparatus (systems), and computer program products according to embodiments of the invention. It will be understood that each block of the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, and combinations of blocks in the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, special-purpose computer, embedded processor, or other programmable data processing apparatus to produce a machine, such that the instructions, which execute via the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing apparatus, generate instructions for implementing the flowchart illustrations and / or block diagrams. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in one or more boxes.

[0062] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer-readable storage medium that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing device to function in a particular manner, such that the instructions stored in the computer-readable storage medium produce an article of manufacture including instruction means, which are implemented in a process Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0063] These computer program instructions may also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing equipment to cause a series of operational steps to be performed on the computer or other programmable equipment to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions that execute on the computer or other programmable equipment for implementing the process. Figure 1 One or more processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps of the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0064] It will be apparent to those skilled in the art that this disclosure is not limited to the details of the exemplary embodiments described above, and that this disclosure can be implemented in other specific forms without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. Therefore, the embodiments should be considered in all respects as exemplary and non-limiting, and the scope of this disclosure is defined by the appended claims rather than the foregoing description. Thus, all variations falling within the meaning and scope of equivalents of the claims are intended to be included within this disclosure. No reference numerals in the claims should be construed as limiting the scope of the claims.

[0065] Furthermore, it should be understood that although this specification describes embodiments, not every embodiment contains only one independent technical solution. This narrative style is merely for clarity. Those skilled in the art should consider the specification as a whole, and the technical solutions in each embodiment can also be appropriately combined to form other embodiments that can be understood by those skilled in the art.

Claims

1. A staircase ladder, characterized in that, include: The track mechanism, fixedly installed on the side wall of the corridor, is used to provide guidance and load-bearing capacity; A manned platform, which can be slidably mounted on the track mechanism, is used to provide a riding platform for users; A pair of tracked walking platforms are symmetrically installed on a pair of side walls of the manned platform. The tracked walking platform includes a frame, an annular track, a drive motor, and sensors. The frame is hinged to the side wall of the manned platform. The annular track is installed on the frame to form a walkable plane. The drive motor is installed on the side wall of the frame to drive the annular track to rotate. The sensors are used to detect the user's movement status. A riding seat, which is rotatably connected to the manned platform; A control component, mounted on the manned platform and surrounding the riding seat, is used by the user to control the manned platform and the tracked walking platform.

2. The stairwell cycling ladder according to claim 1, characterized in that, The track mechanism includes: Multiple spaced columns are fixedly installed on the side wall of the corridor; At least one guide post shall be laid parallel to the staircase; A rack is laid parallel to the guide post, and the manned platform is slidably mounted on the guide post and is connected to the rack via gear transmission.

3. A stairwell escalator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control component includes: A vertical frame is fixedly connected to the manned platform and is located under the riding seat; A horizontal frame is fixedly connected to the vertical frame; A pair of U-shaped frames are symmetrically connected to the crossbar; A pair of handrails, each connected to one of the U-shaped frames; A pair of backrests are respectively connected to a pair of U-shaped frames.

4. A stairwell escalator according to claim 3, characterized in that, A control unit is installed on the handrail. The control unit is used to receive the sensor signals and coordinate the control of the operating speed of the drive motor and the manned platform, so that when the user walks on the circular track, the manned platform rises and falls at a corresponding speed.

5. A stairwell escalator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control unit includes a speed coordination control module, which is used to acquire the user's walking speed on the circular track as measured by the sensor, calculate and implement the target lifting speed of the manned platform based on the walking speed and the running direction selected by the user, and control the drive motor to run at a speed that matches the walking speed.

6. A stairwell escalator according to claim 4, characterized in that, A heart rate sensor is installed on the handrail. The heart rate sensor is electrically connected to the control unit. The control unit can receive data from the heart rate sensor and reduce the operating speed of the manned platform or trigger a shutdown when the heart rate exceeds a preset safety threshold.

7. A stairwell escalator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control unit includes a user identification module, which is communicatively connected to an external mobile terminal. The user identification module is used to identify the current user's identity and, based on the identified user's identity, retrieve the user's personalized settings. The mobile terminal is used to record and display the user's motion data.

8. A stairwell escalator according to claim 4, characterized in that, The control unit also includes a motion mode management module, which provides at least two switchable operating modes.

9. A stairwell escalator according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensors include a speed sensor and a torque sensor. The speed sensor is used to detect the relative speed between the user's foot and the annular track in a non-contact manner. The torque sensor corresponds to the drive motor and is used to detect the torque applied to the annular track by the user when walking.

10. A control system for a stairwell escalator according to any one of claims 1-9, characterized in that, The control system includes a memory for an executable program and a processor, and the program, when executed by the processor, implements the following steps: S1. User identification and mode selection; S2. Real-time acquisition of user motion status signals and device status signals; S3. Based on the selected mode and the collected signals, control commands for the tracked walking platform and the manned platform are generated through a collaborative control algorithm.

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