Seat occupation prevention system and seat occupation prevention equipment

Abstract

The invention relates to a seat occupying prevention system which comprises a seat occupying prevention seat which comprises a driving mechanism and a driving unit. The occupancy sensor is used for detecting whether the seat is occupied or not and sending an occupancy signal when the seat is occupied; the application equipment is used by a user of the seat and sends out a running signal when the application equipment is used; the control unit is in communication connection with the occupancy sensor and the application equipment; wherein the driving mechanism is configured to be capable of generating displacement or deformation under the driving of the driving unit, so that the occupying prevention seat is not suitable for sitting, and the control unit is configured to control the driving unit to start as a response that the occupying signal is obtained and the running signal is not obtained. In addition, the invention further relates to seat occupying prevention equipment.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an anti-seat-hogging system and an anti-seat-hogging device. Background Technology

[0002] In various commercial public places, to enhance user experience or create a comfortable environment, operators often provide seats or sofas for customers in service areas. Seats or sofas are not only part of the functional amenities but also directly influence consumers' willingness to stay and their satisfaction. However, in actual use, these seats or sofas are often occupied for extended periods by non-target users; that is, people use the seats to rest or even sleep without making any purchases, thus crowding out the resources available to users who genuinely intend to make a purchase.

[0003] It is worth noting that the aforementioned issue of seat hogging is particularly prominent in public massage chairs. Massage chairs, as a common physical therapy and relaxation device, are widely used in public places such as airports, train stations, and shopping malls, providing users with automatic massage services for the shoulders, neck, back, and legs. However, due to their high comfort level, they are often occupied for extended periods by people who do not need a massage, either for rest or even sleeping. This prevents users who genuinely require physical therapy or relaxation from using them in a timely manner, reducing the turnover efficiency of the massage equipment and diminishing its social value as a health aid.

[0004] The aforementioned issue of seat hogging is also quite prominent in the gaming and amusement equipment industry. In this industry, dedicated sofas or chairs are typically provided in front of the game machines to offer a comfortable operating environment for users. However, in reality, many people without purchasing intent, such as shoppers or casual passersby, sit or lie on these designated sofas or chairs, leaving the game machines idle and unusable by consumers. This results in decreased machine utilization and lost revenue.

[0005] To address the issue of seat hogging, operators often resort to manual intervention or voice prompts. However, manual intervention is not only costly and slow to respond, but it can also easily lead to conflicts. Voice prompts, on the other hand, lack enforcement power and are often ignored by those hogging seats. Furthermore, continuous broadcast noise can disturb users who are playing games, disrupting their immersive experience and lowering the overall service quality. Summary of the Invention

[0006] This disclosure provides an intelligent anti-seat-occupancy system, which includes an application device and a seat for its users. The application device can determine whether it is being used effectively and sends an operation signal when it is being used effectively; the seat can be linked with the application device and automatically sense its occupancy status. If the application device is not being used effectively, for example, no consumption behavior or inactivity, and the seat is occupied, the seat can gently but effectively prompt people to leave through controllable mechanical actions, thereby freeing up equipment resources for users who genuinely intend to use them and protecting the operator's revenue.

[0007] In particular, the anti-seat-occupancy system according to this disclosure is especially suitable for smart chairs with massage functions. In a preferred embodiment, the application device is a massage device configured to activate the massage program and send a "running signal" to the control unit after receiving a user payment instruction or start signal; at this time, the anti-seat-occupancy chair maintains a normal comfortable posture, allowing the user to enjoy massage services for the shoulders, neck, back, or legs. Conversely, if the user occupies the chair without activating the massage program, the system determines it as invalid seat occupation and triggers the displacement or deformation of the driving mechanism, making the chair unsuitable for long-term sitting. Thus, this disclosure solves the problem of massage chairs being occupied by non-target users for extended periods in public places, effectively ensuring the turnover efficiency of massage equipment as a physical therapy device.

[0008] This disclosure provides an anti-seat-occupancy seat, which includes a dispersing mechanism and a drive unit, wherein the dispersing mechanism is configured to be able to displace or deform under the drive of the drive unit, making the seat unsuitable for sitting.

[0009] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the driving mechanism is the seat plate of the seat, which is configured to move upward, downward, protrude upward, or recess downward under the drive of the driving unit.

[0010] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat plate includes a plurality of sub-seat plates, and the seat plate or one or more of the plurality of sub-seat plates is configured to be rotatable about a rotation axis.

[0011] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat plate includes a plurality of sub-seat plates, the plurality of sub-seat plates being configured to tilt upward and form a protrusion or tilt downward and form a recess under the drive of the drive unit.

[0012] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat plate includes a plurality of sub-seat plates, one or more of which are configured to move upward or downward under the drive of a drive unit to offset from other sub-seat plates in the vertical direction.

[0013] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the seat plate includes a protrusion that is configured to move upward and protrude from the seat plate under the drive of a drive unit.

[0014] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the backrest includes a protrusion that is configured to move upward and protrude from the backrest under the drive of a drive unit.

[0015] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the driving mechanism is the backrest of the seat, which is configured to move forward or flip forward under the drive of a drive unit.

[0016] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the driving mechanism is an armrest of the seat, which is configured to move inward, flip inward, or rotate along a vertical axis of rotation under the drive of a driving unit.

[0017] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the driving mechanism is a seat leg of the seat, one or more of which are configured to extend or retract under the drive of a drive unit, causing the seat plate of the seat to tilt.

[0018] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the seat leg includes two front legs configured to extend or retract under the drive of a drive unit, causing the seat plate of the seat to tilt backward or forward.

[0019] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the seat leg includes two rear legs configured to extend or retract under the drive of a drive unit, causing the seat plate to tilt forward or backward.

[0020] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the driving mechanism is the seat plate of the seat, which is configured to move upward or flip upward under the drive of the drive unit.

[0021] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the drive unit is configured as a flipping mechanism, the flipping mechanism including a drive motor, a push-pull rod and a lever; wherein the drive motor drives the push-pull rod to move linearly, the push-pull rod is connected to the lever, and in response to the drive motor pulling the push-pull rod, the push-pull rod causes the lever to rotate about a fulcrum axis and the free end of the lever lifts the seat plate, causing the seat plate to flip upward.

[0022] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the flipping mechanism further includes a connecting rod, the two ends of which are rotatably connected to the push-pull rod and the lever, respectively, and the connecting rod is used to convert the linear motion of the push-pull rod into the arc rotational motion of the lever.

[0023] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the lever is configured as a double-arm structure, the lever is connected to the fulcrum pin, and the lever is connected to the connecting rod pin.

[0024] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, a roller is provided at the free end of the lever, and the lever rolls and rubs against the seat plate through the roller.

[0025] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the flipping mechanism further includes a base configured as a long strip and bent at a right angle, a push-pull rod mounted on a horizontal surface of the base, a first end of the push-pull rod connected to the drive motor, a fulcrum shaft of the lever fixed to the horizontal surface of the base by a support member and located above the second end of the push-pull rod, and a seat plate rotatably connected to the upper edge of the vertical surface of the base.

[0026] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the lever bends away from the seat plate at the fulcrum axis.

[0027] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the bending angle of the bend is in the range of 90 degrees to 180 degrees.

[0028] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat plate is tilted forward by 20 to 90 degrees.

[0029] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, in response to the drive motor pushing the push-pull rod, the push-pull rod causes the lever to rotate about the fulcrum axis and the free end of the lever supports the seat plate to fall downward.

[0030] This disclosure also provides an automatic anti-seat-occupancy seat, comprising the anti-seat-occupancy seat, occupancy sensor, and control unit as described in any of the foregoing embodiments; the occupancy sensor is used to detect whether the seat is occupied and to emit an occupancy signal when it is occupied; the control unit is communicatively connected to the occupancy sensor; wherein the control unit is configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal and the occupancy state exceeding a predetermined time period.

[0031] This disclosure also provides an anti-seat-hogging system, which includes an anti-seat-hogging seat, an occupancy sensor, an application device, and a control unit as described in any of the foregoing embodiments; the occupancy sensor is used to detect whether the seat is occupied and to issue an occupancy signal when it is occupied; the application device is used by the user of the seat and issues an operating signal when it is in use; the control unit is communicatively connected to the occupancy sensor and the application device; wherein the control unit is configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal and not receiving the operating signal.

[0032] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, the control unit is further configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal and not receiving the running signal and the occupancy state exceeding a predetermined time period.

[0033] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the occupancy sensor includes a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, a radar sensor, a temperature sensor, and an image sensor.

[0034] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the communication connection includes a wired communication connection and a wireless communication connection. Attached Figure Description

[0035] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure, the accompanying drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the accompanying drawings described below are only some exemplary embodiments of this disclosure. For those skilled in the art, other embodiments can be obtained based on these embodiments without creative effort.

[0036] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-hogging system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0037] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-hogging seat according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0038] Figure 3 A schematic diagram is shown of a driving mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, wherein the seat plate protrudes upward or is recessed downward;

[0039] Figure 4 A schematic diagram is shown of a driving mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, in which a protruding device moves upward and protrudes from the seat plate;

[0040] Figure 5 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with a driving mechanism consisting of multiple sub-seat plates, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, is shown.

[0041] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with a rotatable seat plate as the driving mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0042] Figure 7 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with a backrest is shown, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure;

[0043] Figure 8 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with armrests as the dispersing mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0044] Figure 9A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with seat legs as the dispersing mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0045] Figure 10 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with a seat board that can be tilted upwards, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, is shown.

[0046] Figure 11 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupying seat with a seat board that can be tilted upwards, according to an embodiment of the present disclosure, is shown.

[0047] Figure 12 A schematic diagram of a drive unit configured as a flipping mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown;

[0048] Figure 13 A schematic diagram showing the state in which the flipping mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure does not lift the seat plate is illustrated; and

[0049] Figure 14 A schematic diagram showing the state in which the flipping mechanism according to an embodiment of the present disclosure lifts the seat plate is shown.

[0050] in, Figures 1 to 14 The attached icons are as follows:

[0051] 100 - Anti-seat-occupancy system; 110 - Anti-seat-occupancy seat; 111 - Drive unit; 112 - Seat plate; 113 - Armrest; 114 - Backrest; 115 - Seat legs; 116 - Seat base; 120 - Application device; 130 - Control unit; 140 - Occupancy sensor; 310 - Telescopic rod; 320 - First sub-seat plate; 330 - Second sub-seat plate; 410 - Protrusion device; 510 - First sub-seat plate; 520 - Second sub-seat plate; 610 - Rotating shaft; 1110 - Flipping mechanism; 1111 - Drive motor; 1112 - Push-pull rod; 1113 - Lever; 1114 - Pivot shaft; 1115 - Connecting rod; 1116 - Roller; 1117 - Base; 1118 - Support; 1120 - Rotating shaft. Detailed Implementation

[0052] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this disclosure clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The same reference numerals in the drawings represent the same components. It should be noted that the described embodiments are only some, not all, of the embodiments of this disclosure. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the described embodiments of this disclosure without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0053] Compared to the embodiments shown in the accompanying drawings, feasible embodiments within the scope of this disclosure may have fewer components, other components not shown in the drawings, different components, components arranged differently, or components with different connections, etc. Furthermore, two or more components in the drawings may be implemented in a single component, or a single component shown in the drawings may be implemented as multiple separate components.

[0054] Figure 1 An anti-seat-hogging system 100 according to this disclosure is shown. The anti-seat-hogging system 100 includes an anti-seat-hogging seat 110 and an application device 120. The anti-seat-hogging seat 110 may be configured as a seat, preferably as a sofa. The application device 120 may be an electronic device such as a gaming device (e.g., Nintendo Switch, Sony PS, Microsoft Xbox), an amusement arcade device, a computer host, a server, or a television, or it may be a physical therapy device such as a massage device.

[0055] When the application device 120 is operating normally, being used normally, or generating consumption behavior, the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 resembles a regular chair or sofa, providing users with a comfortable seating experience. Users can sit on the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 facing the application device 120 for entertainment, work, or to receive therapeutic services. Specifically, when the application device 120 is a massage device, users can activate the massage program through payment or a start command. At this time, the seat remains comfortable, allowing users to enjoy automatic massage functions for the shoulders, neck, back, or legs. If the application device 120 is not operating normally, is not being used, or is not being used properly (e.g., the user occupies the seat for rest without activating the massage program), the seat, armrests, backrest, and / or legs of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 will shift or deform to make the user uncomfortable, thereby achieving the purpose of eviction. This mechanism is particularly suitable for smart massage chairs in public places such as shopping malls, airports, and train stations, effectively preventing non-target users from occupying seats for extended periods, ensuring that users with genuine therapeutic or relaxation needs can use the massage equipment in a timely manner, and enhancing its service efficiency and social value as a physical therapy device.

[0056] The anti-seat-hogging system 100 according to this disclosure also includes a control unit 130. The control unit 130 is communicatively connected to, for example, an application device 120. The control unit 130 may be locally deployed, for example, located in or near the anti-seat-hogging seat 110 or the application device 120. Furthermore, the control unit 130 may be a remote server, such as a cloud server. The communication connection may include, for example, a wired communication connection and a wireless communication connection. When a user is using the application device 120 and the application device 120 is operating normally, the application device 120 can send an operation signal to the control unit 130. The control unit 130 receives the operation signal and thereby determines that the application device is operating normally, being used normally, or generating consumption behavior. Furthermore, the anti-seat-hogging system 100 according to this disclosure also includes an occupancy sensor 140. The occupancy sensor 140 is configured to detect whether the anti-seat-hogging seat 110 is occupied. The control unit 130 is communicatively connected to, for example, the occupancy sensor 140. The communication connection may include, for example, a wired communication connection and a wireless communication connection. In embodiments according to this disclosure, the occupancy sensor 140 may include, for example, a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, a radar sensor, a temperature sensor, and an image sensor. If the anti-occupancy seat 110 is occupied, for example, if a user is sitting or lying on the anti-occupancy seat 110, the occupancy sensor 140 sends an occupancy signal. The control unit 130 receives this occupancy signal. Figure 1 The communication connections between the control unit 130, the application device 120, and the occupancy sensor 140 are shown by dashed lines in the following figures.

[0057] The control unit 130 determines whether to activate the anti-seat-occupancy function of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 based on the operating signal and the occupancy signal. Specifically, if the control unit 130 only receives the occupancy signal and not the operating signal, the control unit 130 activates the anti-seat-occupancy function of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110, and the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 deforms to scare away the user. Conversely, if the control unit 130 only receives the operating signal or receives both the operating signal and the occupancy signal, the control unit 130 does not activate the anti-seat-occupancy function of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110, and the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 maintains its normal seat or sofa shape to provide a comfortable entertainment environment for the user.

[0058] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the control unit 130 may be further configured, for example, to control the activation of the drive unit 111 in response to receiving an occupancy signal and not receiving an operation signal, and the occupancy state exceeding a predetermined time period. In other words, even if someone is sitting in the seat, if the application device 120 remains unused for a period of time, the system will not immediately initiate an eviction action, but will first wait for a preset "forgiveness time" (e.g., 30 seconds or 1 minute). Only when the seat occupancy state continues beyond this time and the application device 120 is still not activated will the system activate the anti-seat-occupancy function.

[0059] This design effectively incorporates time-based judgment logic, avoiding false triggers caused by users briefly sitting down before starting to operate the device, thus improving the system's intelligence and user-friendliness. At the same time, this delay mechanism can also filter out temporary, non-malicious seat-hogging behaviors (such as tidying up clothes or taking a short break), making anti-seat-hogging actions more targeted and reasonable, further protecting the rights of normal users, while maintaining an effective deterrent against genuine seat-hogging behavior.

[0060] Figure 2 A schematic diagram of an anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure is shown. In this disclosure, the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 includes a drive unit 111 and a dispersing mechanism. If the control unit 130 receives only an occupancy signal and not an operating signal, the control unit 130 sends a control signal to the drive unit 111, which then activates and drives the dispersing mechanism to undergo displacement or deformation, thereby significantly reducing the seating comfort of the seat and actively dispersing unauthorized users.

[0061] The drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 realizes the rotational motion or reciprocating translational motion of the relevant components. The deflecting mechanism may include, for example, one or more of the following components of the anti-seat-occupying seat 110: the seat plate 112 (which is arranged on the seat base 116), one or both armrests 113, backrest 114, and one or more seat legs 115. In other words, the deflecting mechanism may be composed of one or more combinations of the seat plate, armrests, backrest, and seat legs. The specific structure and working principle of these deflecting mechanisms will be described in detail in the following embodiments.

[0062] The anti-seat-occupancy system provided in this disclosure can receive operating signals from the application device and occupancy signals from the occupancy sensor in real time through the control unit. Only when the anti-seat-occupancy seat is detected to be occupied and the application device is not being used normally will the control unit activate the drive unit to cause the displacement or deformation of the driving mechanism, thereby gently and effectively reducing the seating comfort and prompting unauthorized users to leave voluntarily. The solution of this disclosure achieves intelligent linkage between the usage status of the application device and the seat status, effectively solving the problem of low equipment utilization and lost revenue caused by people with no intention to consume occupying seats for extended periods in the gaming and amusement equipment industry and other business environments. At the same time, this solution avoids the high labor costs, delayed response, and potential conflicts associated with manual intervention. The driving action is achieved through controllable mechanical deformation such as seat protrusion, backrest forward movement, armrest retraction, and seat leg extension and retraction. This driving method is safe, non-violent, and does not affect the comfort during normal use. It is also suitable for integration into various sofa or chair products, possessing good practicality, scalability, and industrialization prospects.

[0063] Figures 3 to 10 Schematic diagrams are shown of different embodiments of the anti-seat-hogging mechanism in the anti-seat-hogging system 100 according to the present disclosure.

[0064] exist Figure 3 In the illustrated embodiment, the displacing mechanism is the seat plate 112 of the anti-seat-occupying seat 110. The seat plate 112 is configured to protrude upwards under the drive of the drive unit 111. In another embodiment, the seat plate 112 is configured to concave downwards under the drive of the drive unit 111. The drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 is used to achieve the upward protrusion or downward concavity of the seat plate 112. In particular, the drive unit 111 may be configured, for example, as a telescopic rod 310, which is located below the seat plate 112 and is capable of extending and retracting in the vertical direction. When the drive unit 111 receives a control signal from the control unit 130, the telescopic rod 310 is activated, causing the seat plate 112 to protrude upwards or concave downwards, thereby making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting.

[0065] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the base plate 112 may, for example, include two sub-base plates arranged in a transverse direction, namely a first sub-base plate 320 and a second sub-base plate 330, such as... Figure 3As shown in the diagram, the first sub-seat plate 320 and the second sub-seat plate 330 can tilt upwards and form protrusions under the drive of the telescopic rod 310 or other type of drive unit. In another embodiment, the two sub-seat plates can also be arranged in a longitudinal direction. In another embodiment, the seat plate 112 can also include a plurality of sub-seat plates arranged in a longitudinal direction and / or a transverse direction. The seat plate 112, composed of a plurality of sub-seat plates, can deform under the drive of the drive unit 111, for example, bulging upwards or concave downwards, thereby making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting.

[0066] In this embodiment, the seat of the anti-seat-occupancy chair is configured to protrude upwards or recline downwards under the action of a drive unit. This structure can quickly change the seat shape when the application device is not in use but the seat is occupied, thereby disrupting the comfort of the seating and effectively deterring unauthorized users. At the same time, this solution only requires a simple drive mechanism such as a telescopic rod under the seat, making it compact, responsive, and easy to integrate into existing sofa or chair products.

[0067] exist Figure 4 In the illustrated embodiment, the dispersing mechanism is a protrusion 410 of the anti-seat-occupying seat 110. The protrusion 410 is configured to move upwards and protrude from the seat plate 112 under the drive of the drive unit 111. As the protrusion 410 protrudes upwards, the seat plate 112 becomes unsuitable for sitting. The protrusion 410 may be, for example, one or more cylindrical or conical bodies, or it may be a cuboid or other irregular shape. In embodiments of this disclosure, the drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 is used to realize the vertical movement of the protrusion 410.

[0068] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the protrusion 410 may also be arranged in the backrest 114, protruding from the backrest 114 under the drive of the drive unit 111. As the protrusion 410 protrudes from the backrest 114, the occupant's back will feel pressure, and the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 becomes uncomfortable. In another embodiment, the protrusion 410 may also be arranged at the junction of the seat plate 112 and the backrest 114, protruding from the seat plate 112 and the backrest 114 under the drive of the drive unit 111. In this embodiment, the protruding protrusion 410 forms a transition surface, such as a ramp, between the seat plate 112 and the backrest 114. As the protrusion 410 protrudes, the seating area decreases, and the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 becomes unsuitable for sitting.

[0069] In this embodiment, the anti-seat-occupancy seat is equipped with a retractable protrusion that extends from the seat surface and / or backrest surface under the drive of a drive unit. When the control unit determines that a non-consumer is occupying the seat, the protrusion automatically rises, creating a localized area of ​​discomfort on the seat and / or backrest, effectively preventing prolonged sitting or lying down. Since the protrusion can be completely retracted into the seat and / or backrest under normal conditions, it does not affect the flatness and comfort during normal use.

[0070] exist Figure 5 In the illustrated embodiment, the displacing mechanism is the seat plate 112 of the anti-seat-occupying seat 110. The seat plate 112 includes a first sub-seat plate 510 and a second sub-seat plate 520. The first sub-seat plate 510 is configured to move upward under the drive of the drive unit 111 and be higher than the second sub-seat plate 520. In another embodiment, the second sub-seat plate 520 is configured to move downward under the drive of the drive unit 111 and be lower than the first sub-seat plate 510. The upward or downward movement of the first sub-seat plate 510 or the second sub-seat plate 520 causes the seat plate 112 to become uneven, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting. The first sub-seat plate 510 and the second sub-seat plate 520 may, for example, be arranged laterally, such as... Figure 5 As shown in the diagram, or they may be arranged vertically. The drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 realizes the up-and-down movement of the first seat plate 510 or the second seat plate 520.

[0071] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat plate 112 as a whole can move upward or downward relative to the seat base 116 under the drive of the drive unit 111, causing the seat plate 112 to rise or fall as a whole, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting. In another embodiment, the seat plate 112 may include, for example, a plurality of sub-seat plates, wherein one or more sub-seat plates can move upward or downward under the drive of the drive unit 111 and are offset from other sub-seat plates in the height direction. The upward or downward movement of one or more sub-seat plates causes the seat plate 112 to become uneven, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting.

[0072] In this embodiment, the seat plate is composed of multiple sub-seat plates, at least one of which can be independently raised and lowered by the drive unit. By creating a height misalignment between the sub-seat plates, the seat surface becomes noticeably uneven, making it difficult for the person occupying the seat to maintain a stable sitting posture, thereby achieving a gentle yet effective dispersal effect; this structure can also adjust the degree of deformation in different areas as needed, improving control flexibility.

[0073] exist Figure 6In the illustrated embodiment, the dispersing mechanism is the seat plate 112 of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110. The seat plate 112 is configured to rotate about a pivot 610 under the drive of the drive unit 111. The pivot 610 may be, for example, a pivot 610 in the lateral direction, such as... Figure 6 As shown. In another embodiment, the pivot 610 may be a pivot 610 in a longitudinal direction or an oblique direction. The drive unit 111 may include a power unit and a transmission unit, the power unit may be a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 realizes the rotational movement of the seat plate 112 about the pivot 610. The rotation of the seat plate 112 causes the seat plate 112 to tilt, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 no longer suitable for sitting.

[0074] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat 112 may include, for example, a plurality of sub-seats, each having its own axis of rotation. The axis of rotation may extend, for example, in a lateral, longitudinal, or diagonal direction, and may be located, for example, at any position on the sub-seat. Driven by one or more drive units 111, one or more of these sub-seats rotate about their respective axes of rotation. The rotation of the plurality of sub-seats causes the seat 112 to undulate, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting.

[0075] In this embodiment, the seat plate rotates around a pivot, thereby tilting under the action of the drive unit. When the seat is unoccupied, the tilting of the seat plate causes the user to lose balance, naturally prompting them to leave. This method does not require complex deformation or additional parts; the driving function can be achieved simply by rotating the entire plate. The action is smooth, energy consumption is low, and the original sitting posture can be completely restored after resetting.

[0076] exist Figure 7 In the illustrated embodiment, the dispersing mechanism is the backrest 114 of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110. The backrest 114 is configured to move forward under the drive of the drive unit 111, such as... Figure 7 As shown. In another embodiment, the backrest 114 is configured to flip forward under the drive of the drive unit 111, for example, flipping forward downward or forward upward. The drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 realizes the forward movement or forward rotation of the backrest 114. The forward movement or forward flipping of the backrest 114 results in a reduction in seating area, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 no longer suitable for sitting.

[0077] In this embodiment, the backrest is configured to move forward or flip forward under the drive of the drive unit. When the control unit determines that a non-consumer is occupying the seat, the backrest moves forward, compressing the seating space and creating a slight pressure on the user's torso, significantly reducing comfort; this dispersal mechanism effectively prevents lying down or prolonged seat-occupancy.

[0078] exist Figure 8 In the illustrated embodiment, the dispersing mechanism is the armrest 113 of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110. The armrest 113 is configured to move inward under the drive of the drive unit 111, such as... Figure 8 As shown. In another embodiment, the armrest 113 is configured to flip inward under the drive of the drive unit 111, for example, flipping inward downward or inward upward. The inward movement or inward flipping of the armrest 113 reduces the seating area, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting. In another embodiment, the armrest 113 is configured to rotate about a rotation axis under the drive of the drive unit 111, the rotation axis being vertical and potentially located at the front, rear, or center of the armrest 113. The rotation of one or both armrests 113 about the rotation axis can push the occupant of the seat outward or reduce the seating area, making the anti-seat-occupying seat 110 unsuitable for sitting. The drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 enables the inward movement or inward flipping of the armrest 113.

[0079] In this embodiment, the armrests are configured to move inward or fold inward under the action of a drive unit. When the control unit determines that a non-consumer is occupying the seat, the armrests retract or fold inward, reducing lateral seating space and restricting the user's arm extension, thereby inhibiting resting or sleeping behavior.

[0080] exist Figure 9 In the illustrated embodiment, the dispersing mechanism is the seat leg 115 of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110. The seat leg 115 is configured to extend or retract under the drive of the drive unit 111, causing the seat plate 112 of the seat to tilt. For example, one, two (two front legs or two rear legs), or three of the four seat legs 115 may extend or retract, causing the seat plate 112 of the seat to tilt backward or forward. The drive unit 111 may include, for example, a power unit and a transmission unit. The power unit may be, for example, a motor or a motor-based push-pull rod, and the transmission mechanism may include, for example, gears, racks, levers, pull rods, etc. The drive unit 111 enables the extension or retraction of one or more of the seat legs 115. The extension or retraction of the seat leg 115 causes the seat plate 112 to tilt, making the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 unsuitable for sitting.

[0081] In this embodiment, one or more seat legs are configured as a telescopic structure, and their length is controlled by a drive unit. By selectively adjusting the height of the front leg, the rear leg, or a single leg, the seat as a whole tilts forward, backward, or sideways, disrupting the sitting posture balance. This solution requires no modification to the seat body, has strong compatibility, and is suitable for various fixed or modular seat frame structures.

[0082] exist Figure 10 In the illustrated embodiment, the displacing mechanism is the seat plate 112 of the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110. The seat plate 112 is configured to tilt upwards about a rotational axis under the drive of the drive unit 111. The rotational axis can be formed, for example, by hinges between the front or rear side of the seat plate 112 and the seat base 116. In another embodiment, the seat plate 112 can be fixedly connected to the backrest 114, for example. Under the drive of the drive unit 111, the seat plate 112 and the backrest 114 can tilt upwards together about a rotational axis. The upward tilting of the seat plate 112 causes the seat plate 112 to tilt, making the anti-seat-occupancy seat 110 unsuitable for sitting.

[0083] In this embodiment, the seat is configured to tilt upwards about a rotational axis located on the front or rear side. When the anti-seat-occupying function is triggered, the front or rear end of the seat lifts up, forming a significant tilt angle, making it difficult for the person occupying the seat to maintain their sitting posture; this dispersing action is intuitive and effective, and after resetting, the seat can completely fit against the base, ensuring comfort and stability during normal use.

[0084] Figures 11 to 14 The specific structure of the anti-seat-hogging seat in an embodiment where the seat plate tilts upwards is shown. Figures 11 to 14 In the illustrated embodiment, the seat plate 112 is flipped upward about a rotation axis 1120 under the drive of the drive unit 111. In embodiments according to this disclosure, the rotation axis may be arranged, for example, on the seat base 116 or on the base 1117 of the flipping mechanism 1110. In this embodiment, the drive unit 111 is configured as the flipping mechanism 1110, as... Figure 12 As shown in the diagram, the flipping mechanism 1110 includes a drive motor 1111, a push-pull rod 1112, and a lever 1113. The drive motor 1111 drives the push-pull rod 1112 to move linearly. The push-pull rod 1112 is connected to the lever 1113. In response to the drive motor 1111 pulling the push-pull rod 1112 (the push-pull rod retracts), the push-pull rod 1112 causes the lever 1113 to rotate around the fulcrum axis 1114, and the free end of the lever 1113 lifts the seat plate 112, causing the seat plate 112 to flip upward.

[0085] The drive motor drives the lever to rotate around the fulcrum axis through the linear motion of the push-pull rod, thereby lifting the seat plate and achieving upward flipping. This structure has a clear transmission path, rapid response, and requires little installation space, making it easy to embed into the seat.

[0086] Figure 13 The diagram shows the configuration of the flipping mechanism 1110 with the push-pull rod 1112 in its extended state. When the push-pull rod 1112 is extended, the lever 1113 remains in a flat position, thus keeping the seat 112 horizontal so that it can be comfortably sat upon. Figure 14 The diagram shows the configuration of the flipping mechanism 1110 with the push-pull rod 1112 in the shortened state. When the push-pull rod 1112 is shortened, the lever 1113 is tilted up by the pull of the push-pull rod, and the free end of the lever 1113 lifts the seat plate 112, causing the seat plate 112 to tilt and become unsuitable for riding.

[0087] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the flipping mechanism 1110 may further include, for example, a connecting rod 1115, the two ends of which are rotatably connected or hinged to the push-pull rod 1112 and the lever 1113, respectively. The connecting rod 1115 is used to convert the linear motion of the push-pull rod 1112 into the arc rotational motion of the lever 1113.

[0088] In this embodiment, the two ends of the connecting rod are rotatably connected to the push-pull rod and the lever, respectively, and are used to smoothly convert the linear motion of the push-pull rod into the arc rotational motion of the lever. The connecting rod enables the seat plate to flip more smoothly and avoids jamming or abnormal noise in the motor-lever transmission.

[0089] In embodiments according to this disclosure, lever 1113 may, for example, be configured as a double-arm structure, such as... Figure 12 As shown, the lever 1113 of the double-arm structure has two parallel lever arms, each connected to a fulcrum shaft 1114 via a pin, and both lever arms are also connected to a connecting rod 1115 via a pin. In embodiments according to this disclosure, the two lever arms may have connecting rods, thereby forming an H-shaped structure.

[0090] The lever is constructed as a double-arm structure and can be further formed into an H-shaped frame via connecting rods. This structure significantly improves the overall rigidity and torsional resistance of the lever, ensuring balanced force on both sides when lifting the seat plate, preventing seat plate tilting or unilateral failure, and improving the reliability and lifespan of the system.

[0091] In embodiments according to this disclosure, for example, a roller 1116 may be provided at the free end of the lever 1113, and the lever 1113 rolls and rubs against the seat plate through the roller 1116.

[0092] The lever contacts the seat plate via rollers, achieving rolling support. This design transforms the original sliding friction into rolling friction, significantly reducing motion resistance and wear, making the seat plate flipping quieter and smoother.

[0093] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the flipping mechanism 1110 may further include, for example, a base 1117, which is configured as a long strip and bent at a right angle. In embodiments according to this disclosure, a push-pull rod 1112 may be fixed to the horizontal plane (a-plane) of the base 1117, with its first end connected to a drive motor 1111. The fulcrum shaft 1114 of the lever 1113 is fixed to the horizontal plane (a-plane) of the base 1117 by a support member 1118 and is located above the second end of the push-pull rod 1112, and the seat plate 112 is rotatably connected to the upper edge of the vertical plane (b-plane) of the base 1117.

[0094] In this embodiment, the flipping mechanism is integrated into the right-angled bent base, the push-pull rod is mounted on the horizontal plane of the base, the fulcrum shaft is fixed to the same plane, and the seat plate is hinged to the upper edge of the vertical surface of the base. This integrated layout can make full use of the space under the seat, improve the assembly accuracy and structural stability of each component, and facilitate modular manufacturing and rapid installation.

[0095] In embodiments according to this disclosure, lever 1113 may be bent away from seat plate 112 at fulcrum axis 1114, for example. In a preferred embodiment, the bending angle may be in the range of 90-180 degrees, for example.

[0096] In this embodiment, the bending structure of lever 1113 optimizes the lever arm length and movement trajectory, avoiding a dead point caused by an excessively small lever arm, which would make the push-pull rod difficult to pull and require the motor to output extremely high power. The bending structure of lever 1113 can maximize the lifting efficiency of the lever within a limited space, ensuring reliable seat plate flipping with a smaller driving force.

[0097] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the seat plate 112 can be flipped forward by, for example, 20 to 90 degrees under the action of the flipping mechanism 1110.

[0098] This angle range effectively disrupts passenger comfort to deter seat occupants while avoiding excessive tilting that could cause users to fall or damage the equipment, thus balancing safety and functionality.

[0099] In an embodiment according to this disclosure, in response to the drive motor 1111 pushing the push-pull rod 1112, the push-pull rod 1112 may, for example, cause the lever 1113 to rotate about the fulcrum axis 1114 and the free end support plate of the lever 1113 to fall downward.

[0100] In this embodiment, the drive motor can also extend the push-pull rod, causing the lever to rotate in the opposite direction and supporting the seat plate to fall back to its original position. This bidirectional control capability allows the system to not only actively drive away the device but also automatically reset it after the application device is put back into use, ensuring a seamless user experience.

[0101] In embodiments according to this disclosure, the area of ​​the seat 112 may be smaller than the area of ​​the seat base 116, for example. In particular, the length of the seat 112 may be smaller than the length of the seat base 116, for example, and / or the width of the seat 112 may be smaller than the width of the seat base 116, for example.

[0102] In this embodiment, the area of ​​the seat is smaller than that of the seat base, especially in the length and / or width directions. This design provides ample space for the seat to flip, avoiding interference with the base or other components during the flipping process. At the same time, because a large open gap, rather than a narrow slit, is formed between the edge of the seat and the base, the risk of the user's hands, feet, or clothing being caught in the seat during movement is significantly reduced, improving safety.

[0103] Based on the anti-seat-occupancy seats in the different embodiments described above, this disclosure also provides an anti-seat-occupancy device, which includes an anti-seat-occupancy seat, an occupancy sensor, and a control unit. The occupancy sensor may be, for example, a pressure sensor, an infrared sensor, a radar sensor, a temperature sensor, or an image sensor, used to detect whether the seat is occupied and to emit an occupancy signal when it is occupied. The control unit is communicatively connected to the occupancy sensor and configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal and the occupancy state exceeding a predetermined time period.

[0104] In this embodiment, the anti-seat-occupancy seat integrates an occupancy sensor and an independent control unit. It can autonomously determine whether prolonged invalid seat occupancy has occurred without relying on external application devices or the operational status of amusement equipment. When the occupancy sensor detects that the seat is occupied and this state persists for more than a preset time period, the control unit directly activates the drive unit, causing the seat to deform and dislodge the occupant. This anti-seat-occupancy seat is not only suitable for environments with interconnected equipment, such as game arcades, but can also be widely deployed in public places without accompanying electronic equipment, such as shopping mall rest areas, airport waiting areas, and library reading seats.

[0105] Unless otherwise defined, the technical or scientific terms used herein shall have the ordinary meaning understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure pertains. The terms “first,” “second,” and similar terms used in this patent application specification and claims do not indicate any order, quantity, or importance, but are merely used to distinguish different components. Similarly, “an” or “a” and similar terms do not necessarily indicate a quantity limitation. Terms such as “comprising” or “including” mean that the element or object preceding the word encompasses the element or object listed following the word and its equivalents, without excluding other elements or objects. Terms such as “connected” or “linked” are not limited to physical or mechanical connections, but can include electrical connections, whether direct or indirect. Terms such as “upper,” “lower,” “left,” and “right” are used only to indicate relative positional relationships, which may change accordingly when the absolute position of the described object changes.

[0106] The exemplary implementation of the solution proposed in this disclosure has been described in detail above with reference to preferred embodiments. However, those skilled in the art will understand that various modifications and alterations can be made to the above specific embodiments without departing from the spirit of this disclosure, and various combinations can be made to the various technical features and structures proposed in this disclosure without exceeding the protection scope of this disclosure, which is determined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A system for preventing seat hogging, characterized in that, The anti-seat-hogging system includes: Anti-seat-occupancy seat, including a dispersing mechanism and a drive unit; An occupancy sensor is used to detect whether the seat is occupied and to send an occupancy signal when it is occupied. Application devices, for use by the user of the seat and emitting an operation signal when in use; and The control unit is communicatively connected to the occupancy sensor and the application device. The driving mechanism is configured to displace or deform under the drive of the driving unit, rendering the anti-seat-occupying seat unsuitable for sitting. The control unit is configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal and not receiving the running signal.

2. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The anti-seat-occupancy seat includes a seat plate and a seat base, the seat plate being mounted on the seat base, and The driving mechanism is the seat plate of the seat, which is configured to be able to flip upward relative to the seat base under the drive of the drive unit.

3. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The drive unit is configured as a flipping mechanism, which includes a drive motor, a push-pull rod, and a lever. The drive motor drives the push-pull rod to move linearly, and the push-pull rod is connected to the lever. In response to the drive motor pulling the push-pull rod, the push-pull rod causes the lever to rotate around the fulcrum axis and the free end of the lever lifts the seat plate, causing the seat plate to flip upward.

4. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The flipping mechanism also includes a connecting rod, the two ends of which are rotatably connected to the push-pull rod and the lever, respectively. The connecting rod is used to convert the linear motion of the push-pull rod into the arc rotational motion of the lever.

5. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The lever is constructed as a double-arm structure, and the lever is connected to the fulcrum pin and the connecting rod pin.

6. The anti-seat-hogging system according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, A roller is provided at the free end of the lever, and the lever rolls and rubs against the seat plate through the roller.

7. The anti-seat-hogging system according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, The flipping mechanism also includes a base, which is constructed as a long strip and bent at right angles. The push-pull rod is mounted on the horizontal surface of the base, and the first end of the push-pull rod is connected to the drive motor. The fulcrum of the lever is fixed to the horizontal plane of the base by a support and is located above the second end of the push-pull rod. The seat plate is rotatably connected to the upper edge of the vertical surface of the base.

8. The anti-seat-hogging system according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, The lever bends away from the seat plate at the fulcrum axis.

9. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 8, characterized in that, The bending angle of the bend is in the range of 90 degrees to 180 degrees.

10. The anti-seat-hogging system according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, The seat plate is rotated forward 20 to 90 degrees.

11. The anti-seat-hogging system according to any one of claims 3 to 5, characterized in that, In response to the drive motor pushing the push-pull rod, the push-pull rod causes the lever to rotate around the fulcrum axis, and the free end of the lever supports the seat plate to fall downward.

12. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 2, characterized in that, The area of ​​the seat plate is smaller than the area of ​​the seat base.

13. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control unit is further configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal and not receiving the running signal for a predetermined period of time.

14. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The occupancy sensors include pressure sensors, infrared sensors, radar sensors, temperature sensors, and image sensors.

15. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication connection includes wired communication connection and wireless communication connection.

16. The anti-seat-hogging system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The application devices include gaming equipment, amusement equipment, computer mainframes, televisions, and massage devices.

17. A device for preventing seat hogging, characterized in that, The anti-seat-hogging device includes: Anti-seat-occupancy seat, including a dispersing mechanism and a drive unit; An occupancy sensor is used to detect whether the seat is occupied and to emit an occupancy signal when it is occupied; and The control unit is communicatively connected to the occupancy sensor; The driving mechanism is configured to displace or deform under the drive of the driving unit, making the seat unsuitable for sitting. The control unit is configured to control the drive unit to start in response to receiving the occupancy signal for a predetermined period of time.

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