Intelligent cabinet system

Abstract

The invention relates to an intelligent cabinet system. The intelligent cabinet system comprises a cabinet body, a plurality of movable parts, a control device, a control unit, an electronic module and a communication device, the movable parts are arranged on the cabinet body and can move between a folding position and an opening position relative to the cabinet body; the control device is arranged to the cabinet body; the control unit is electrically connected to the control device; the electronic module is electrically connected to the control unit, and the electronic module comprises a driving device for driving a driving piece; the communication device is used for sending a preset signal, and the control device receives the preset signal, so that the control unit controls the driving part to move from a first preset state to a second preset state according to the preset signal, and one of the movable parts is allowed to leave the folding position.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to a cabinet, and more particularly to an intelligent cabinet system. Background Technology

[0002] In existing technologies, smart cabinets include multiple drive devices, typically located within the cabinet body, used to open doors or drawers. These drive devices communicate wirelessly with control devices outside the cabinet. This can lead to electromagnetic interference, affecting data transmission quality and potentially causing transmission delays due to carrier collisions. Alternatively, each drive device within the cabinet requires a separate power source (e.g., a battery) to operate. While this architecture offers the convenience of eliminating wiring, it presents challenges related to signal interference and power supply replacement. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This invention relates to an intelligent cabinet system that can be used in conjunction with a cabinet via a communication device.

[0004] According to one aspect of the present invention, an intelligent cabinet system includes a cabinet body, a plurality of movable components, a control device, a control unit, an electronic module, and a communication device. The movable components are arranged to the cabinet body and are movable relative to the cabinet body between a closed position and an open position. The control device is arranged to the cabinet body. The control unit is electrically connected to the control device. The electronic module is electrically connected to the control unit and includes a drive device for driving a drive component. The communication device is used to send a predetermined signal, and the control device receives the predetermined signal, causing the control unit to control the drive component to move from a first predetermined state to a second predetermined state according to the predetermined signal, thereby allowing one of the movable components to leave the closed position.

[0005] Overall, in this embodiment of the invention, the control device is arranged in the cabinet, and the control device, the control unit, and the electronic module are electrically connected to each other, for example, by wired means, which can avoid or reduce electromagnetic interference and thus improve the quality of communication between them. Attached Figure Description

[0006] To further illustrate and demonstrate the above-mentioned objectives, structural features, and effects of the present invention, the present invention will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings, wherein:

[0007] Figure 1 A three-dimensional schematic diagram showing a plurality of movable parts arranged on the cabinet of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0008] Figure 2This diagram shows an embodiment of the intelligent cabinet system of the present invention, comprising a plurality of slide rail assemblies in a retracted position.

[0009] Figure 3 This diagram shows an embodiment of the intelligent cabinet system of the present invention, comprising a plurality of slide rail assemblies in an open position.

[0010] Figure 4 This diagram shows an embodiment of the intelligent cabinet system of the present invention.

[0011] Figure 5 A schematic diagram showing an embodiment of the present invention illustrates an intelligent cabinet system comprising a control device and at least one control unit electrically connected to each other via a wired connection, wherein the control unit is responsible for the corresponding moving parts.

[0012] Figure 6 This diagram illustrates the power supply scheme of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0013] Figure 7 This diagram shows a first embodiment of the power supply scheme of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0014] Figure 8 A schematic diagram showing a second embodiment of the power supply scheme of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0015] Figure 9 A schematic diagram showing a third embodiment of the power supply scheme of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0016] Figure 10 A perspective view showing one of the movable parts on the cabinet of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention being opened.

[0017] Figure 11 This diagram shows a control device, a control unit, and an electronic module that are electrically connected to each other via wires according to an embodiment of the present invention, and the second rail of the slide rail assembly is in a retracted position relative to the first rail.

[0018] Figure 12 This diagram illustrates a control device, a control unit, and an electronic module that are electrically connected to each other via wires according to an embodiment of the present invention, and a second rail of the slide rail assembly that moves to the open position in response to the elastic force of the elastic member.

[0019] Figure 13 A perspective view showing one of the movable parts on the cabinet of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention being opened, and the opened movable part being able to store an item.

[0020] Figure 14A communication device of an intelligent cabinet system according to an embodiment of the present invention is equipped with an application, and a schematic diagram of the relevant functions of the application is displayed on the screen.

[0021] Figure 15 A schematic diagram showing the screen of a communication device according to an embodiment of the present invention displays an item information and a location information.

[0022] Figure 16 A schematic diagram showing a communication device according to an embodiment of the present invention can be used to capture an identification feature of an item.

[0023] Figure 17 This diagram illustrates a method for finding objects according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0024] Figure 18 This diagram illustrates another object-finding method according to an embodiment of the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0025] like Figure 1 As shown, an intelligent cabinet system 20 according to an embodiment of the present invention includes a cabinet body 22 and a plurality of movable components arranged on the cabinet body 22. These movable components can be drawers or hinged doors. In this embodiment, drawers are used as an example, but the implementation is not limited. Further, nine drawers are used, for example, a first drawer 24a to a ninth drawer 24i, but the number is not limited. It is worth mentioning that... Figure 1 In this case, the only difference between the first drawer 24a to the sixth drawer 24f and the seventh drawer 24g to the ninth drawer 24i is the size of the drawer.

[0026] like Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the cabinet 22 includes a plurality of receiving spaces to accommodate these drawers, for example, the first drawer 24a to the sixth drawer 24f have been removed from the receiving spaces of the cabinet 22. Preferably, the intelligent cabinet system 20 also includes a plurality of slide rail assemblies to support these drawers, for example, a pair of first slide rail assemblies 26a and a second slide rail assembly 26b can respectively support the left and right sides of the bottom of each drawer. The first and second slide rail assemblies 26a and 26b have substantially the same structural configuration, but are not limited in implementation.

[0027] Each slide rail assembly (e.g., the first slide rail assembly 26a or the second slide rail assembly 26b) includes a first rail 27 and a second rail 28 that are longitudinally displaceable relative to each other. The first rail 27 is used for mounting (e.g., fixing) to a predetermined wall of the cabinet 22, and the second rail 28 is used to support the drawer and is displaceable relative to the first rail 27 from a retracted position P1 (e.g., ...). Figure 2 As shown, the displacement is moved to an open position P2 (as shown). Figure 3 As shown), this facilitates the smooth movement of these drawers relative to the cabinet 22 between the corresponding closed position P1 and the open position P2. Preferably, each slide assembly (e.g., the first slide assembly 26a or the second slide assembly 26b) further includes a third rail 30 movably mounted between the first rail 27 and the second rail 28 to extend the displacement travel of the second rail 28 relative to the first rail 27.

[0028] The intelligent cabinet system 20 also includes a control device 32 (or controller) and a plurality of electronic modules. The control device 32 is arranged in the cabinet body 22, for example, in a predetermined part within the receiving space of the cabinet body 22, but the implementation is not limited thereto. These electronic modules, for example, a pair of first electronic modules 34a and a second electronic module 34b, can be arranged on the left and right sides of the bottom of each drawer, respectively. The first and second electronic modules 34a and 34b have substantially the same structural configuration, and each electronic module (e.g., the first electronic module 34a or the second electronic module 34b) is correspondingly arranged on an extension 38 of the first rail 27 of each slide rail assembly (e.g., the first slide rail assembly 26a or the second slide rail assembly 26b).

[0029] like Figure 4 As shown, the intelligent cabinet system 20 also includes a plurality of control units arranged in the cabinet 22. For example, a pair of first control units 40a and a second control unit 40b can be arranged on the left and right sides of the bottom of each drawer in the cabinet 22, respectively. The first and second control units 40a and 40b have substantially the same structural configuration, but they can be configured differently in use. For example, each control unit (e.g., the first control unit 40a) can be integrated into each of the aforementioned electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a), and each control unit (e.g., the second control unit 40b) can be integrated into each of the aforementioned electronic modules (e.g., the second electronic module 34b), but the implementation is not limited. Each control unit and electronic module is electrically connected to each other. For example, the first control unit 40a is electrically connected to the first electronic module 34a, and the second control unit 40b is electrically connected to the second electronic module 34b. Furthermore, these control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b) are electrically connected to the control device 32. Preferably, these control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b) are connected in a wired manner (e.g., Figure 4 The thick double arrow symbol in the middle is electrically connected to the control device 32.

[0030] The smart cabinet system 20 includes a communication device 42. Preferably, the smart cabinet system 20 also includes a wireless device 44, a gateway 46, and a cloud server 48.

[0031] The communication device 42, the wireless device 44, and the control device 32 can communicate wirelessly. In this embodiment, the communication device 42 can wirelessly connect to the control device 32 through the wireless device 44, but this is not a limitation. The wireless device 44 can be, for example, a wireless access point or a router, but this is not a limitation. The communication device 42 can communicate with the wireless device 44 and / or the control device 32 via a wireless network (Wi-Fi); the communication device 42 can also communicate with the control device 32 via Bluetooth.

[0032] Furthermore, the wireless device 44 communicates with the gateway 46, extending the application scope of the smart cabinet system 20 from a local area network (LAN) to a wide area network (WAN). More specifically, the wireless device 44 communicates with the cloud server 48 through the gateway 46. Conversely, the communication device 42 can communicate with the cloud server 48 through the wireless device 44 and the gateway 46. Alternatively, the communication device 42 can wirelessly connect to the cloud server 48 via mobile communication technologies, such as fourth-generation (4G) or fifth-generation (5G). The communication device 42 can be, for example, a smartphone or tablet, but is not limited to this. Preferably, the communication device 42 has an application (App) installed.

[0033] Preferably, the control device 32 includes a first storage unit 50 for storing predetermined data of the smart cabinet system 20. This predetermined data may include, for example, item information of the items stored in each drawer and / or location information of which drawer the items are stored in. Alternatively, the predetermined data may include, for example, the closed and / or open state of each drawer. The closed state can be determined by a sensing unit of the electronic module (e.g., the first electronic module 34a or the second electronic module 34b) sensing that the second rail 28 is in the closed position P1 relative to the first rail 27, and when the second rail 28 moves away from the closed position P1 relative to the first rail 27, it can be determined that the second rail 28 is in the open state relative to the first rail 27. Alternatively, the predetermined data may include, for example, system power information of the smart cabinet system 20 (e.g., the residual power of the control device 32). However, the form of the predetermined data is not limited to these.

[0034] Preferably, the first storage unit 50 can be a memory card (e.g., a microSD card), but the implementation is not limited to this.

[0035] Preferably, the communication device 42 includes a second storage unit 52; the wireless device 44 includes a third storage unit 54; and the cloud server 48 includes a fourth storage unit 56. The third storage unit 54 may be, for example, a memory card or a USB flash drive, but is not limited in implementation.

[0036] Preferably, through the wireless communication link between the communication device 42 and the control device 32, the predetermined data stored in the first storage unit 50 of the control device 32 can be synchronously updated and stored in the second storage unit 52 of the communication device 42.

[0037] Preferably, through the wireless communication link between the wireless device 44 and the control device 32, the predetermined data stored in the first storage unit 50 of the control device 32 can be synchronously updated and stored in the third storage unit 54 of the wireless device 44.

[0038] Preferably, through the wireless communication connection between the wireless device 44 and the cloud server 48, the predetermined data stored in the third storage unit 54 of the wireless device 44 can be synchronously updated and stored in the fourth storage unit 56 of the cloud server 48. The data stored in the second storage unit 52 of the communication device 42 can be synchronously stored in the third storage unit 54 of the wireless device 44, allowing other users to connect to the wireless device 44 and download the data stored in the drawer of the cabinet 22.

[0039] Therefore, the predetermined data stored in the control device 32, the communication device 42, the wireless device 44, and the cloud server 48 can be updated synchronously with each other. This allows users carrying the communication device 42 to execute the application and wirelessly connect to the control device 32, the wireless device 44, or the cloud server 48, whether indoors or outdoors, to obtain the latest predetermined data.

[0040] It is worth mentioning that the administrator of the smart cabinet system 20 (e.g., the user of the communication device 42) can grant access to another communication device through the communication device 42. For example, the relevant settings of the cabinet 22 can be obtained through a barcode (e.g., a barcode or a QR code), so that other users using the other communication device can quickly operate the smart cabinet system 20.

[0041] like Figure 5As shown, these control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b) are electrically connected to the control device 32 via an electronic wire 58, such as a Controller Area Network (CAN) bus or RS485 communication line. Furthermore, these control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b), electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a and the second electronic module 34b), and the control device 32 communicate with each other using a wired transmission protocol with anti-interference capabilities, such as CAN bus or RS485. Moreover, compared to wireless communication connections, this embodiment can dynamically or statically encrypt the content of wired communication signal packets to prevent signal interception and cracking.

[0042] In addition, each drawer (e.g., the first drawer 24a, the fourth drawer 24d, and the seventh drawer 24g) is equipped with a pair of first control units 40a and second control units 40b. The control device 32 can control each drawer from closing to opening through these control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b) and electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a and the second electronic module 34b).

[0043] It is worth mentioning that the communication setting principle of each drawer and its first control unit 40a and second control unit 40b, taking the first drawer 24a as an example, can be set to code '11111', the first control unit 40a responsible for the first drawer 24a can be set to code '111111', and the second control unit 40b responsible for the first drawer 24a can be set to code '011111'. Here, the first digit "1" of the code for the first control unit 40a represents the left side, and the second to sixth digits "11111" represent the first drawer 24a. In short, code '111111' can be understood as the control unit responsible for the left side of the first drawer 24a. Similarly, the first digit "0" of the code for the second control unit 40b represents the right side, and the second to sixth digits "11111" represent the first drawer 24a. In short, code '011111' can be understood as the control unit responsible for the right side of the first drawer 24a. Accordingly, the control device 32 can identify which drawer's first control unit 40a and second control unit 40b to control, and thus control the corresponding electronic module. However, the implementation of the setting principle is not limited due to different wired communication protocols. A unique identifier (ID) can also be written into the first control unit 40a or the second control unit 40b via an app.

[0044] Therefore, it can be seen that the control device 32 communicates wirelessly with the aforementioned wireless device 44, communication device 42 and cloud server 48, and the control device 32 communicates wiredly with these control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b) and electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a and the second electronic module 34b).

[0045] Preferably, the intelligent cabinet system 20 further includes a power module 60 for supplying power to a system power supply, which includes, for example, the power required by the control device 32, the control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b), and the aforementioned electronic modules during operation. The power module 60 is also electrically connected to the electronic cable 58 via a wired connection using the aforementioned controller area network bus or RS485.

[0046] Preferably, the smart cabinet system 20 also includes a sensor 62 arranged in the cabinet 22. Here, the sensor 62 is electrically connected to the control device 32 as an example; more specifically, the sensor 62 can be integrated into the control device 32. The sensor 62 is used to detect whether someone is approaching the cabinet 22. If the sensor 62 detects someone approaching the cabinet 22, the smart cabinet system 20 switches from a power-saving mode to a working mode, enabling the control device 32 to receive a predetermined signal S from the aforementioned communication device 42 (this part can be referred to in conjunction with...). Figure 10 Therefore, it can be seen that the sensor 62 can prevent the smart cabinet system 20 from being in this working mode all the time and consuming power. In other words, when the smart cabinet system 20 is in this power-saving mode, the system power supply can save power.

[0047] Preferably, the sensor 62 is a radar sensor. The radar sensor has several frequency bands, depending on whether the resolution of the frequency relative to the wavelength is suitable for the environment. Since the variety of items stored in each drawer may affect the reflection and transmission of electromagnetic waves, in this embodiment, a frequency of 60 GHz is selected for detection because it has the shortest wavelength and is more likely to diffract and penetrate obstacles. Although the embodiments of the present invention are described using a radar sensor, in practice, the implementation of the sensor 62 is not limited to this.

[0048] like Figure 6 As shown, the power module 60 includes a power supply unit 64 and a buck / boost charger 66 or a buck / boost power supply circuit.

[0049] The power supply unit 64 can be used in conjunction with the buck-boost charger 66 via a wireless power supply, a DC jack, or a USB Type-C cable. The buck-boost charger 66 is used to transmit electrical energy from the power supply unit 64 to the system power supply 68 for use by the control device 32, control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b), and electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a and the second electronic module 34b).

[0050] Preferably, the power module 60 also includes an energy storage unit 70, which is used as a backup power source for the smart cabinet system 20. The energy storage unit 70 is, for example, a battery or a battery pack consisting of a plurality of batteries connected in series, but the number of batteries is not limited in practice.

[0051] Preferably, the power supply unit 64, the buck-boost charger 66, the system power supply 68, and the energy storage unit 70 are electrically connected to each other.

[0052] like Figure 7 As shown, a first embodiment of the power supply unit 64 is, for example, a wireless power supply embodiment. Further, the power supply unit 64 includes a transmitter 72 and a receiver 74. Preferably, the transmitter 72 is arranged outside the cabinet 22, and the receiver 74 is arranged inside the cabinet 22. The cabinet 22 can be made of materials such as wood or other non-metallic materials, but the implementation is not limited. If the cabinet 22 is made of metal, a connector is installed at an appropriate location to connect an inductor for coupling and receiving electromagnetic energy, which is then conducted to a receiving board inside the cabinet 22, thus powering the intelligent cabinet system 20. This can be applied in the context of mobile metal cabinets.

[0053] The transmitter 72 is electrically connected to a mains power supply 73. For example, the transmitter 72 can convert the alternating current (AC) supplied by the mains power supply 73 into direct current (DC) through a power converter 76. The transmitter 72 includes a first coil, through which it transmits energy coupled and resonates to a second coil of the receiver 74. The voltage received by the receiver 74 is converted into an operable voltage value by the power IC of the step-up / step-down charger 66 to provide power to the system power supply 68. The voltage received by the receiver 74 is stored in the energy storage unit 70 by the step-up / step-down charger 66, that is, the energy storage unit 70 can be charged through the step-up / step-down charger 66. When the mains power supply 73 suddenly stops supplying power (i.e., a power outage occurs), the energy storage unit 70 can be used to provide power to the system power supply 68 for use by the control device 32, control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b), and electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a and the second electronic module 34b).

[0054] like Figure 8 As shown, this is a second embodiment of the power supply unit 64. Further, the power supply unit 64 includes a power converter 76 electrically connected to the mains power 73. The power converter 76 converts the AC power supplied by the mains power 73 to DC power, and then electrically connects to the buck-boost charger 66 via a data cable 78 with a DC connector or a USB Type-C connector. The buck-boost charger 66 is used to transfer the electrical energy from the power supply unit 64 to the system power supply 68. Simultaneously, the energy storage unit 70 is charged.

[0055] like Figure 9 The diagram shows a third embodiment of the power supply unit 64. Further, the power supply unit 64 includes an electronic device 80, which is used in conjunction with the buck-boost charger 66 via a predetermined transmission line 82 (e.g., a USB Type-C transmission line). The buck-boost charger 66 transmits electrical energy from the electronic device 80 to the system power supply 68 for use by the control device 32, control units (e.g., the first control unit 40a and the second control unit 40b), and electronic modules (e.g., the first electronic module 34a and the second electronic module 34b). Simultaneously, the energy storage unit 70 is charged. Preferably, the electronic device 80 is, for example, a smartphone, a tablet computer, or a power bank, but the implementation is not limited to this.

[0056] like Figure 10As shown, the communication device 42 uses the application to send the predetermined signal S, such as a control signal, to drive one of the drawers on the cabinet 22 to open, for example, the second drawer 24b is opened from the closed position P1 and is in the open position P2.

[0057] like Figure 11 and Figure 12 This explains the principle of how the drawers (e.g., the second drawer 24b) on the cabinet 22 are opened. Furthermore, the electronic module (e.g., the first electronic module 34a or the second electronic module 34b, here taking the first electronic module 34a as an example), the control unit (e.g., the first control unit 40a or the second control unit 40b, here taking the first control unit 40a as an example), and the control device 32 are electrically connected to each other via a wired connection using the aforementioned controller area network bus or RS485. The first electronic module 34a includes a drive device 88 for driving a drive element 84. On the other hand, the slide rail assembly (e.g., the first slide rail assembly 26a or the second slide rail assembly 26b, here taking the first slide rail assembly 26a as an example) is a so-called push-open slide rail assembly; specifically, the first slide rail assembly 26a includes a spring element 86. When the drawer (e.g., the second drawer 24b) is being carried... Figure 1 When the second rail 28 of the first slide rail assembly 26a of the second drawer 24b is in the closed position P1 relative to the first rail 27, the second drawer 24b is correspondingly in the closed position P1 relative to the cabinet body 22. At this time, the elastic element 86 accumulates a predetermined elastic force F (e.g., Figure 11 (As shown).

[0058] The control device 32 is used to receive a predetermined signal S from the communication device 42, so that the first control unit 40a controls the drive unit 84 from a first predetermined state K1 (e.g., ...) according to the predetermined signal S. Figure 11 (As shown) the activity proceeds to a second predetermined state K2 (e.g.) Figure 12 As shown), this allows the second drawer 24b to leave the closed position P1.

[0059] Preferably, when the drive member 84 moves from the first predetermined state K1 to the second predetermined state K2, the predetermined elastic force F of the elastic member 86 is released, causing the second rail 28 to respond to the release of the predetermined elastic force F and drive the second drawer 24b from the closed position P1 (e.g., Figure 11 (As shown) Move the activity to the open position P2 (e.g.) Figure 12(As shown). During the process of the drive member 84 moving from the first predetermined state K1 to the second predetermined state K2, the drive member 84 can be used to activate the elastic member 86 to release the predetermined elastic force F. For example, the drive member 84 can directly contact or indirectly trigger a predetermined device locking the elastic member 86 through other predetermined components, enabling the elastic member 86 to release the predetermined elastic force F.

[0060] Preferably, the drive device 88 is, for example, a motor or an electromagnet, but the implementation is not limited. Furthermore, the drive device 88 can directly or indirectly drive the drive member 84 from the first predetermined state K1 to the second predetermined state K2 through a rotating shaft and / or a working part; or the drive member 84 can be driven by an electromagnet, and the implementation is not limited.

[0061] like Figures 13 to 15 As shown, when each drawer, such as the second drawer 24b, is in the open position P2 relative to the cabinet 22, the second drawer 24b can be used to store a first predetermined item 90 (e.g., soap, such as...). Figure 13 As shown, but not limited in implementation), and through a screen 43 (e.g., a touch screen) of the communication device 42, an operation interface 92 of the application can be displayed for the user to select relevant functions. In this embodiment, the operation interface 92 includes, for example, an item function 94, a barcode function 96, and a voice function 98 (e.g., ...). Figure 14 (as shown), but the implementation is not limited to this.

[0062] Furthermore, through the item function 94, the user can create item information 100 and corresponding location information 102 for each drawer, such as the second drawer 24b. Figure 15 As shown), the item information 100 and the location information 102, as part of the aforementioned predetermined data, can be pre-stored in the second storage unit 52 of the communication device 42 (this part can be used in conjunction with...). Figure 16 As shown in the diagram, after the communication device 42 and the control device 32 are wirelessly linked, the predetermined data stored in the second storage unit 52 can be synchronously updated to the first storage unit 50 of the control device 32 of the cabinet 22. In other words, the first storage unit 50 and the second storage unit 52 have pre-stored the item information 100 and the location information 102.

[0063] The item information 100 includes, for example, the name, quantity, amount, and / or date of the first pre-ordered item 90 (e.g., Figure 15 As shown), in this embodiment, since the first predetermined item 90 is stored in the second drawer 24b, and the second drawer 24b can be closed in the folded position P1 (as shown), Figure 1As shown), the user can record the location information 102 of the first predetermined item 90 as stored in the second drawer 24b. After manually editing this information and pressing a save button, the item information 100 and the location information 102 of the predetermined data can be stored in the second storage unit 52 to indicate that the first predetermined item 90 has been stored in the second drawer 24b.

[0064] Preferably, the first predetermined item 90 has a first identifying feature 104 (such as...). Figure 13 As shown), such as a barcode (e.g., a two-dimensional barcode), but not limited in implementation, the first identification feature 104 has relevant information about the first predetermined item 90, such as the name or amount of the item.

[0065] like Figure 16 As shown, this embodiment provides a method for finding items, applicable to the smart locker system 20. The communication device 42 includes an electrically connected processing module 106, a second storage unit 52, a camera module 108, a voice module 110, and a display module 112. The processing module 106 is, for example, the central processing unit of the communication device 42; the second storage unit 52 is, for example, memory; the camera module 108 includes a lens 114; the voice module 110 is used to receive the user's voice; and the display module 112 includes a screen 43 (which can be referred to in conjunction with other methods). Figure 15 ).

[0066] like Figure 16 and Figure 17 As shown, when a user forgets which drawer of the cabinet 22 the first pre-ordered item 90 is placed in, the user can find the first pre-ordered item 90 by scanning a barcode, for example, by scanning the barcode left on or the same barcode on the outer packaging box of the first pre-ordered item 90.

[0067] Furthermore, the user can approach a suitable location near the cabinet 22, and as described above, the sensor 62 will detect that the user has approached the cabinet 22, accordingly causing the smart cabinet system 20 to switch from the power-saving mode to the operating mode. This item-finding method includes:

[0068] Step S10: Activate the camera module lens of the communication device to capture an identification feature on a predetermined item. In this step S10, the user can activate the barcode function 96 of the communication device 42 (e.g., ...). Figure 14As shown), the camera module 108 of the communication device 42 has its lens 114 activated to capture (e.g., scan) a second identification feature 118 on a second predetermined item 116 that is identical to the first identification feature 104 of the first predetermined item 90 described above. This second identification feature 118 may be, for example, a barcode, but is not limited to this implementation. The second identification feature 118 carries relevant information about the second predetermined item 116, such as the item's name or price.

[0069] Step S12: The processing module 106 compares the captured identification feature with the item information. In this step S12, the processing module 106 compares the captured second identification feature 118 with the item information 100 pre-stored in the second storage unit 52.

[0070] And, in step S14: if the comparison is successful, a predetermined signal is sent through the communication device 42 based on the location information 102 of the predetermined item, and the control device 32 receives the predetermined signal, so that the control unit controls the drive 84 to move from a first predetermined state to a second predetermined state based on the predetermined signal, so as to allow one of the drawers corresponding to the location information of the predetermined item to leave the closed position.

[0071] In step S14, if the comparison is successful, for example, if the processing module 106 determines that the names of the pre-stored first predetermined item 90 and the subsequent second predetermined item 116 are both "soap," it is considered a successful comparison. After the successful comparison, the processing module 106 will find the location information of the first predetermined item 90 (e.g., the first predetermined item 90 is stored in the second drawer 24b), and display a corresponding button for the location information on the screen 43 for the user to press via touch. Then, the communication device 42 can send the predetermined signal S, and the control device 32 receives the predetermined signal S, causing the control unit (the first control unit 40a or the second control unit 40b) responsible for the second drawer 24b to control the drive unit 84 from the first predetermined state K1 (this part can be referred to in conjunction with other documents) according to the predetermined signal S. Figure 11 The activity has progressed to the second predetermined state K2 (this part can be consulted together). Figure 12 This allows one of the drawers (e.g., the second drawer 24b) corresponding to the location information of the first predetermined item 90 or the second predetermined item 116 (both being the same item) to leave the closed position P1. For example, the second drawer 24b is opened from the closed position P1 to the open position P2 via the release of a predetermined spring force F through the second rail 28, thereby allowing the user to locate the first predetermined item 90. The principle of how the drawers are opened has been disclosed above and will not be repeated here for the sake of brevity.

[0072] Preferably, the item finding method further includes step S16: if the comparison fails, a message indicating an identification error is displayed on the screen 43 of the communication device 42. In this step S16, if the comparison fails, for example, if the processing module 106 determines that the name of the item information of the subsequent second predetermined item 116 is not the same as the name of the item information of the pre-stored first predetermined item 90 (for example, the second predetermined item 116 is not soap), then it is considered a comparison failure, and after the comparison failure, the processing module 106 displays a message indicating an identification error on the screen 43. In other words, at this time, no drawer previously contained the first predetermined item 90, therefore, no drawer (first drawer to ninth drawer 24a to 24i) will be opened.

[0073] like Figure 16 and Figure 18 As shown, in addition to the barcode scanning mentioned above, if a user forgets which drawer of the cabinet 22 contains the first pre-determined item 90, they can locate it via voice. This retrieval method includes:

[0074] Step S20: Activate the voice function of the communication device 42 to allow the user to input a voice message about a predetermined item. In this step S20, the user can activate the voice function 98 of the communication device 42 through the application (e.g., Figure 14 As shown), the user can directly input the first predetermined item 90 into the communication device 42 (for example, say "soap"), so that a sound receiving unit of the voice module 110 can receive the voice message V.

[0075] Step S22: The processing module 106 compares the voice message with the item information. In this step S22, the processing module 106 compares the voice message V with the voice data file (containing item information 100 and location information 102) pre-stored in the second storage unit 52.

[0076] And, in step S24: if the comparison is successful, a predetermined signal is sent through the communication device 42 based on the location information of the predetermined item, and the control device 32 receives the predetermined signal, so that the control unit controls the drive 84 to move from a first predetermined state to a second predetermined state based on the predetermined signal, so as to allow one of the drawers corresponding to the location information of the predetermined item to leave the closed position.

[0077] In step S24, if the comparison is successful, for example, if the processing module 106 determines that the pre-stored voice data file (containing item information 100 and location information 102) contains the voice message V (i.e., the item name, such as soap), the comparison is considered successful. After the comparison is successful, the processing module 106 will find the location information of the voice message V (such as the first predetermined item 90 being stored in the second drawer 24b), and display a corresponding button for the location information on the screen 43 for the user to press via touch. Then, the communication device 42 can send the predetermined signal S, and the control device 32 receives the predetermined signal S, so that the control unit (the first control unit 40a or the second control unit 40b) responsible for the second drawer 24b controls the drive 84 from the first predetermined state K1 (this part can be referred to in conjunction with the previous section) according to the predetermined signal S. Figure 11 The activity has progressed to the second predetermined state K2 (this part can be consulted together). Figure 12 This allows one of the drawers (e.g., the second drawer 24b) corresponding to the location information of the first predetermined item 90 to leave the closed position P1. For example, the second drawer 24b is opened from the closed position P1 to the open position P2 via the release of a predetermined spring force F through the second rail 28, thereby allowing the user to find the first predetermined item 90. The principle of how the drawers are opened has been disclosed above and will not be repeated here for the sake of brevity.

[0078] Preferably, the item retrieval method further includes step S26: if the comparison fails, a message indicating an identification error is displayed on the screen 43 of the communication device 42. In this step S26, if the comparison fails, for example, if the processing module 106 determines that the pre-stored voice data file does not contain the voice message V (i.e., the item name, such as soap), it is considered a comparison failure, and after the comparison failure, the processing module 106 displays a message indicating an identification error on the screen 43. In other words, at this time, no drawer previously contained the first predetermined item 90, therefore, no drawer will be opened.

[0079] Therefore, the intelligent cabinet system 20 of the present invention has the following characteristics:

[0080] 1. The control device 32 is arranged in the cabinet 22, and the control device 32, the control unit (e.g., the first and second control units 40a and 40b) and the electronic module (e.g., the first and second electronic modules 34a and 34b) are electrically connected to each other, for example, by wired means, which can avoid electromagnetic interference and thus improve the quality of communication between them.

[0081] 2. The power supply module 60 supplies power to the system power supply 68 of the smart cabinet system 20, and the power supply unit 64 of the power supply module 60 can be connected to a mains power supply 73 and supplied through a wireless power supply, a transmission line with a DC connector or a USB Type-C; or, when the mains power supply 73 fails, it can be supplied through the energy storage unit 70; or, when the mains power supply 73 fails, it can be supplied through the electronic device 80.

[0082] 3. The sensor 62 helps the smart cabinet system 20 to achieve energy saving.

[0083] 4. Through the barcode function 96 and the voice function 98, users can find the items stored in the movable parts (e.g., drawers) of the cabinet 22; through the item function 94, users can establish the item information 100 and the item storage location information 102 on the communication device 42.

[0084] Although the present invention has been described with reference to specific embodiments, those skilled in the art should recognize that the above embodiments are merely illustrative of the invention, and various equivalent changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit of the invention. Therefore, any changes or modifications to the above embodiments within the scope of the essential spirit of the invention will fall within the scope of the claims of this application.

Claims

1. An intelligent cabinet system comprising a cabinet body, a plurality of movable parts arranged in the cabinet body, the movable parts being movable relative to the cabinet body between a closed position and an open position, and a control device arranged in the cabinet body, characterized in that: The intelligent cabinet system also includes: A control unit is electrically connected to the control device; An electronic module is electrically connected to the control unit, and the electronic module includes a driving device for driving a driving element; as well as A communication device; The communication device is used to send a predetermined signal, and the control device receives the predetermined signal, so that the control unit controls the drive component to move from a first predetermined state to a second predetermined state according to the predetermined signal, so as to allow one of these moving components to leave the retracted position.

2. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that, These movable components are drawers. The intelligent cabinet system also includes a plurality of slide rail assemblies to support these movable components. Each slide rail assembly includes a first rail, a second rail, and a spring element. The first rail is installed to the cabinet body, and the second rail is displaceable relative to the first rail and is used to support the movable component. When these movable components are in the closed position relative to the cabinet body, the spring element accumulates a predetermined elastic force. When the drive element moves from the first predetermined state to the second predetermined state, the predetermined elastic force of the spring element is released, causing the second rail to drive one of these movable components from the closed position to the open position in response to the release of the predetermined elastic force.

3. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that, It also includes a wireless device, and the communication device is connected to the control device through the wireless device.

4. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The communication device has an application installed, and the communication device sends the predetermined signal through the application.

5. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The application includes a voice function to allow users to locate the items stored in these mobile devices using voice commands.

6. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 4, characterized in that, The application includes a barcode function to allow users to locate the items stored in these mobile devices by scanning barcodes.

7. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control unit is electrically connected to the control device via a wired connection.

8. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 1, characterized in that, The electronic module is electrically connected to the control unit via a wire to control the drive unit.

9. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 3, characterized in that, The control device includes a first storage unit for storing predetermined data of the smart cabinet system.

10. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 9, characterized in that, Through the communication link between the communication device and the control device, the predetermined data stored in the first storage unit of the control device can be synchronously updated and stored in a second storage unit of the communication device.

11. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 10, characterized in that, By using the operation of the communication device, through the communication link between the wireless device and the control device, the predetermined data stored in the first storage unit of the control device can be synchronously updated and stored in a third storage unit of the wireless device.

12. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 11, characterized in that, It also includes a cloud server; through the operation of the communication device, the predetermined data stored in the third storage unit of the wireless device can be synchronously updated and stored in a fourth storage unit of the cloud server via the communication link between the wireless device and the cloud server.

13. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 12, characterized in that, It also includes a gateway, through which the wireless device communicates and connects to the cloud server; the communication device is used to communicate and connect to the cloud server.

14. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 12, characterized in that, It also includes a power module for supplying power to one of the control device, the control unit, and the electronic module.

15. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 14, characterized in that, The power module includes a power supply unit and a buck-boost charger; the power supply unit is used in conjunction with the buck-boost charger via a wireless power supply, a transmission cable with a DC connector or a USB Type-C, and the buck-boost charger is used to transmit electrical energy from the power supply unit to one of the control device, the control unit and the electronic module.

16. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 15, characterized in that, The power supply unit includes a power converter electrically connected to a mains power source.

17. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 15, characterized in that, The power supply unit includes an electronic device that works with the buck-boost charger via the USB Type-C cable, and the buck-boost charger is used to transmit power from the electronic device to one of the control device, the control unit, and the electronic module.

18. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 16, characterized in that, The power module also includes an energy storage unit, into which the buck-boost charger stores electrical energy; when the mains power supply is interrupted, the energy storage unit is used to supply power to one of the control device, the control unit, and the electronic module.

19. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 14, characterized in that, It also includes a sensor arranged in the cabinet to detect whether someone is approaching the cabinet. If the sensor detects that someone is approaching the cabinet, the smart cabinet system switches from a power-saving mode to a working mode, so that the control device can receive a predetermined signal from the communication device.

20. The intelligent cabinet system according to claim 19, characterized in that, The sensor is electrically connected to the control device, and the sensor is a radar sensor.

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