Compound structure amusement slide device with integrated acousto-optic immersion experience

Abstract

The application discloses a sound-light-electricity integrated immersive experience composite structure slide device, which comprises a half-enclosed stainless steel cylinder as a main support structure, a glass fiber reinforced plastic slide fixed to the inner bottom side of the cylinder, and a support column connecting the two to adapt to thermal expansion and cold contraction; an internal cavity reserved in the length direction of the inner wall of the stainless steel cylinder; a lamp strip and a loudspeaker embedded in the cavity; and an electrical control module, wherein the outer side of the lamp strip is provided with a light-transmitting protective plate, the outer side of the loudspeaker is provided with a hollow protective plate, and a detachable maintenance panel is arranged on the hollow protective plate. The application realizes the optimized separation and combination of the structure support and the sliding surface, deeply embeds and integrates the sound-light-electricity system, solves the maintenance problem of the closed structure, and improves the safety, durability and aesthetic degree of the slide.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the technical fields of children's amusement facilities, cultural and tourism scenic area equipment, and urban public space landscape devices, and in particular to a composite slide device that deeply integrates structural support, functional sliding, and multimedia interactive experience. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, with the rapid development of the domestic children's amusement, cultural tourism landscape, and commercial complex supporting amusement facilities industry, the demand for modular amusement facilities is not only increasing daily, but has also entered a stage of high-end, non-standard customization, and immersive experience development. Currently, mainstream slide products typically use a single material structure, mainly including three categories: all-plastic modular slides, all-fiberglass slides, and stainless steel slides.

[0003] Stainless steel slides, due to their high structural strength, good weather resistance, metallic appearance, and long service life, have become the preferred product for commercial atriums, parks, high-end residential areas, and popular photo spots. Fiberglass slides, on the other hand, are mostly made of fiberglass (FRP) in one piece. Their advantages include smooth inner walls, high plasticity, low sliding resistance, comfortable feel, no hot or cold sensation, and good formability, making them widely used as the sliding contact surface.

[0004] In recent years, market demand has shifted from simply being able to slide to being visually appealing, fun, safe, durable, and immersive in sound and light interaction. However, existing composite structures are mostly limited to simple interlocking, lacking systematic functional integration and maintenance design, and still have obvious shortcomings in terms of structure, experience, safety, and maintenance.

[0005] Among the problems and shortcomings of existing technologies, the contradiction between structure and sliding experience manifests as a sense of confinement and oppression, poor ventilation, loud echoes, and potential fear in children; difficulties in maintenance and heat dissipation; insufficient strength and aesthetic appeal, making it difficult to create an immersive tunnel effect; scalding hot in summer and icy cold in winter, loud sliding noise, and a harsh feel; low outer strength, susceptibility to impacts and cracks, and a lack of aesthetic appeal, making them unsuitable for high-end commercial projects. Existing slides are mostly purely structural components with limited functionality. Current sound and light devices are independent of the slide body, requiring damage to the decorative surface for installation, maintenance, or replacement; if electrical wiring is forcibly buried within the slide structure, extensive cutting and dismantling are necessary for repairs in case of damage, resulting in difficult and costly maintenance, and potentially rendering the equipment unusable. Overall, the user experience is poor. Summary of the Invention

[0006] This invention aims to break through the constraints of existing technologies and provide a composite structure amusement slide device that integrates sound, light, electricity, and immersive experience. Its core design concept lies in "layered structure, embedded functions, and accessible maintenance".

[0007] "Structural layering" refers to the physical and functional separation of the high-strength support structure (semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder) that bears mechanical loads from the functional surface (fiberglass track) that provides the best gliding feel, and coordinating the thermodynamic behavior of the two through elastic connectors, thereby gaining the advantages of both.

[0008] "Functional embedding" refers to the deep integration of audio-visual multimedia modules (LED light strips, speakers) that create an immersive experience into a dedicated cavity reserved inside the support structure, achieving device concealment, wiring concealment, and integrated appearance, thus achieving the effect of "technology without form, experience with form".

[0009] "Maintenance Accessibility" addresses the pain points of closed integrated designs. Through carefully designed, quick-opening and closing maintenance channels (such as magnetic access panels), all embedded devices can be easily inspected, maintained, and replaced without damaging the main structure or decorative surfaces, ensuring availability throughout the entire lifecycle.

[0010] To achieve the above objectives, this application provides the following technical solution: an immersive and interactive composite structure amusement slide device integrating sound, light, electricity, and electricity, including a semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder, which adopts an arc-shaped semi-enclosed structure as the overall support frame; A fiberglass slide is fixedly installed on the inner bottom side of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder. An internal cavity is formed inside the side wall of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder and extends along the length of the cylinder. An embedded light strip is installed inside the internal cavity, with its light emission direction facing the sliding space inside the cylinder; An embedded speaker is installed in the internal cavity, with its sound outlet facing the sliding space; An electrical control module is electrically connected to the embedded light strip and the embedded speaker, and is used to control the playback of light and sound effects; The embedded light strip is covered with a light-transmitting protective plate on its outer side, and the embedded speaker is covered with a perforated protective plate on its outer side. The perforated protective plate is equipped with a detachable maintenance panel.

[0011] Furthermore, the fiberglass slide and the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder are connected by multiple support columns to offset the dimensional stress caused by the thermal expansion and contraction of the two different materials, and to prevent the slide from deforming or producing abnormal noise.

[0012] Furthermore, the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder is formed by bending and welding 304 stainless steel sheet, and the fiberglass slide is an FRP integral molded part with a gel coat coating on its surface.

[0013] Furthermore, the light-transmitting protective plate is made of polycarbonate sheet or silicone material, and the perforated protective plate is a metal mesh or a perforated metal plate.

[0014] Furthermore, the detachable access panel is secured by snaps, magnets, or screws, allowing for quick opening to inspect and replace the internal light strips, speakers, and wiring without damaging the main structure.

[0015] Furthermore, the electrical control module is located at the inlet of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder to achieve coordinated control of lighting and sound effects.

[0016] Furthermore, it also includes an equipment compartment for accommodating power distribution equipment and the main controller, and is equipped with a lockable door.

[0017] Furthermore, the internal cavity is also equipped with a maintenance light, which is turned on when the removable maintenance panel is opened.

[0018] Furthermore, the embedded light strip is a low-voltage LED light strip.

[0019] Furthermore, the electrical wiring of the composite structure amusement slide device is all laid out within the internal cavity.

[0020] This application also provides an amusement facility, including the aforementioned integrated sound, light, electricity and immersive experience composite structure amusement slide device.

[0021] The beneficial effects of this invention are: The semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder serves as the load-bearing structure, ensuring high strength and weather resistance. The built-in fiberglass tracks provide a smooth, comfortable, and non-scalding surface. The semi-enclosed structure balances safety and spaciousness, avoiding the oppressive feeling of a fully enclosed structure, and enhancing the overall experience through structural optimization.

[0022] The LED strip and speaker are completely embedded within the pre-reserved cavity of the stainless steel cylinder, and the exterior is covered by a protective plate, achieving "invisible technology." All wiring is hidden, with no exposed or protruding parts, completely eliminating safety hazards such as snagging and pinching. The appearance is clean and high-end, deeply integrated, and both aesthetically pleasing and safe.

[0023] With a specially designed detachable inspection panel, maintenance personnel can quickly access and replace the acoustic and optical modules and circuits inside the cavity, realizing the "maintainable" design of the enclosed structure and greatly reducing the difficulty and cost of later maintenance.

[0024] By linking and controlling the built-in lighting and sound effects through the electrical control module, an immersive, themed gliding atmosphere can be created, significantly enhancing the product's fun and market competitiveness, and effectively solving the problem of product homogenization. Attached Figure Description

[0025] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of this application or the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0026] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the integrated sound, light, electricity and immersive experience composite structure amusement slide device in the embodiments of this application.

[0027] Figure 2 This is a side view of the immersive, audio-visual composite amusement slide device in the embodiments of this application.

[0028] Figure 3 This is a side sectional view of the immersive, audio-visual composite amusement slide device in the embodiments of this application.

[0029] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional schematic diagram of the immersive, audio-visual composite amusement slide device in the embodiments of this application.

[0030] In the diagram: 1. Semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder; 2. Fiberglass slide; 3. Support column; 4. Embedded light strip; 5. Light-transmitting protective plate; 6. Embedded speaker; 7. Perforated protective plate; 8. Removable maintenance panel; 9. Electrical control module; 10. Portable lighting; 11. Equipment compartment; 12. Door; 13. Maintenance lighting. Detailed Implementation

[0031] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0032] In the description of this disclosure, it should be noted that the terms "center," "upper," "lower," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "inner," "outer," "top," and "bottom," etc., indicate the orientation or positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing this disclosure and simplifying the description, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation, and therefore should not be construed as a limitation of this disclosure. Furthermore, the terms "first," "second," and "third" are used for descriptive purposes only and should not be construed as indicating or implying relative importance.

[0033] It should also be noted that all standard parts used in this application are commercially available, and can be custom-made according to the description and drawings. Unless otherwise expressly specified and limited, the terms "installation," "connection," and "joining" should be interpreted broadly. For example, they can refer to fixed connections, detachable connections, or integral connections; they can refer to mechanical connections or electrical connections; they can refer to direct connections or indirect connections through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the internal communication between two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms in this disclosure based on the specific circumstances, and unless explicitly limited, machinery, parts, and equipment can all adopt conventional models in the prior art.

[0034] In this document, the term "comprising" is intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or apparatus that comprises a list of elements includes not only those elements but also other elements not expressly listed, or elements inherent to such a process, method, article, or apparatus. Without further limitation, an element defined by the phrase "comprising..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, article, or apparatus that includes said element.

[0035] Example: Reference Figure 1-4 The immersive, audio-visual integrated composite structure playground slide shown here is based on the deep integration of the composite structure and functional modules.

[0036] The semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder 1 is made of 304 stainless steel plate by bending and welding, forming an upward-opening arc-shaped channel that combines sufficient structural strength with a modern and minimalist appearance. On the inner walls of both sides of the cylinder 1, internal cavities extending along the slide are formed by welding. The depth of these cavities is carefully designed to accommodate electrical components without excessively weakening the mechanical properties of the cylinder itself.

[0037] The fiberglass slide 2 is integrally molded from FRP material with a gel coat finish, making it smooth and wear-resistant. The slide 2 is suspended and fixed to the bottom of the stainless steel cylinder 1 by multiple support columns 3. The support columns 3 serve as flexible connection points, effectively absorbing the different deformations caused by temperature changes in both stainless steel and fiberglass, which is crucial for ensuring no deformation or abnormal noise during long-term use.

[0038] The embedded light strip 4 (preferably a low-voltage LED light strip) and the embedded speaker 6 are respectively installed in preset positions within the internal cavity. A light-transmitting protective plate 5 (such as a polycarbonate sheet) is provided in front of the light strip 4 to convert point or line light sources into uniform surface light, creating a soft, glare-free channel lighting effect. A perforated protective plate 7 (such as a perforated stainless steel plate) is provided in front of the speaker 6 to ensure directional sound transmission while preventing foreign objects from entering or direct contact with the human body.

[0039] The most distinctive feature is the integration of a detachable maintenance panel 8 at the perforated protective plate 7 corresponding to the speaker 6 mounting position. In this embodiment, the panel is magnetically attached to the cylinder via an embedded magnetic strip, resulting in a smooth appearance. During maintenance, workers can easily remove the panel to directly inspect or replace the internal speaker 6, LED strip 4, and their connecting wiring. For ease of operation, a maintenance light 13 can also be optionally installed inside the cavity, automatically illuminating when the panel is opened.

[0040] The electrical control module 9 is installed at the inlet of the cylinder 1 and has a built-in programmable controller. It can preset various lighting modes (constant light, gradual change, flowing water, etc.) and synchronize them with sound effects to create an immersive themed experience. The main power supply and control equipment are concentrated in a separate equipment compartment 11, and the compartment door 12 is locked to ensure safety.

[0041] During installation, the entire device is securely connected to the ground foundation via a fixed bracket at the bottom. When children slide down, they enter through the semi-open entrance and glide down the comfortable fiberglass slide 2, while being enveloped by evenly distributed lights on both sides and surround sound effects, gaining a fun and technologically advanced immersive experience.

[0042] The working principle of this embodiment is as follows: The working principle of this device is a multi-system collaborative operation process. Its core lies in solving the basic physical functions through a composite structure, achieving sensory enhancement through embedded integration, and realizing dynamic interaction through intelligent control. The entire process can be divided into four main stages: structural support and gliding guidance, sensory environment creation, intelligent interactive response, and maintenance intervention.

[0043] In the first stage, structural load-bearing and sliding guidance serve as the physical foundation layer.

[0044] This is the physical basis for the stable operation of the device and the provision of core amusement functions; its working principle follows the principles of mechanics and materials science.

[0045] Load transfer path: When a user (load) is on the slide, their weight (static load) and the dynamic impact force during sliding (dynamic load) act first on the surface of the fiberglass slide.

[0046] The force is transmitted to multiple flexible support columns through the connecting bushings pre-embedded on the back of the slide.

[0047] The support columns further transmit the force to the bottom and side walls of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder.

[0048] Ultimately, all mechanical loads are safely distributed to the building foundation or ground foundation through fixed supports on the cylinder.

[0049] This approach ensures that high-strength stainless steel bears the majority of the structural stress, while fiberglass mainly provides the contact interface, achieving a perfect division of labor between strong structure and soft surface.

[0050] Due to differences in thermal expansion coefficients, stainless steel and fiberglass will expand and contract to varying degrees under diurnal or seasonal temperature variations. Rigid connections can lead to cracking of the fiberglass or failure of the connection points.

[0051] In the thermal stress compensation mechanism, flexible support columns play a crucial role. Their nylon material has a certain elastic modulus, enabling them to undergo minor axial compression, tension, and radial deformation.

[0052] When the temperature rises, the stainless steel cylinder expands slightly more than the fiberglass track. This causes the support columns to bend or compress slightly, absorbing the stress caused by the dimensional difference and preventing strain. The reverse is also true. This ensures the track remains flat, stable, and noiseless under all weather conditions.

[0053] In the design of the safe gliding guide structure, the semi-enclosed cylindrical body (220° wrap angle) forms a gliding channel with clear lateral boundaries and top partial obstruction. This not only prevents users from accidentally tipping over and falling, but also maintains a sense of openness, avoiding the oppressive feeling and blind spots that come with fully enclosed tubes.

[0054] The highly polished fiberglass slide surface provides a constant and suitable low coefficient of friction, ensuring a smooth, controllable speed, and a comfortable experience.

[0055] The second stage involves creating a sensory environment as the atmosphere rendering layer.

[0056] This phase continues before, during, and after the user's gliding, actively creating an immersive atmosphere through a concealed and integrated sound and light system. Its working principle is the direct application of photoelectric and acoustic technologies.

[0057] In the design of the light and shadow environment atmosphere generation principle, the electrical control module issues instructions to drive the embedded LED light strip installed in the internal cavity to work.

[0058] The light emitted by the LED first passes through a light-transmitting protective plate (such as a milky white polycarbonate plate). This plate acts as an optical diffuser, and its internal microstructure scatters point-like or line-like intense light, transforming it into a uniform, soft, and non-glaring strip-shaped surface light source.

[0059] Light emanates from inside the side wall of the tube, illuminating the entire slide tunnel. Because the light source is hidden, the light seems to flow from the slide itself, creating a pure, high-tech visual environment with thematic colors (such as blue ocean, green forest, and purple starry sky).

[0060] During the construction of the sound field environment, the electrical control module synchronously drives the audio power amplifier to send audio signals to each embedded speaker.

[0061] The speaker vibrates to generate sound waves. When the sound waves pass through the perforated protective plate, the numerous micropores on the plate cause minimal obstruction to the sound waves, ensuring that the clarity and loudness of the sound quality are minimized.

[0062] Multiple speakers are distributed along the length of the slide, forming a distributed sound field. Unlike a single external speaker that concentrates the sound source, this design allows the sound to be transmitted evenly from the sides and surroundings of the rider, creating a strong sense of immersion and greatly enhancing the realism of environmental sound effects (such as wind, water flow, and futuristic mechanical sounds).

[0063] In the third stage, intelligent interactive response serves as the core layer of the experience.

[0064] This device elevates a static facility to a dynamic experience, and its working principle is based on sensing, control, and logic programming.

[0065] Infrared sensors or pressure-sensing pads are installed at the entrance of the slide. When a user prepares to enter, the sensor detects the human body signal.

[0066] In key sections of the slide (such as the starting point, curves, and the end point), speed sensors (such as multiple pairs of infrared photocells to measure the passage time) or segmented induction coils can be added.

[0067] These sensors convert physical events ("someone is arriving", "passing through point A", "reached the destination") into electrical signals, which are then fed back to the electrical control module in real time.

[0068] In the logic processing and output design, the electrical control module (with a built-in microprocessor or PLC) is the brain of the device. It stores a variety of pre-programmed themes, such as interstellar travel and jungle adventure.

[0069] When the system is triggered, the inlet sensor signal acts as the master trigger switch, starting the corresponding topic program.

[0070] Upon triggering, the electrical control module immediately commands the lighting system to switch to the theme's color scheme and dynamic mode, such as starlight slow flash, while simultaneously commanding the sound system to begin looping the theme's background music and ambient sound effects.

[0071] When speed or segmentation sensors are triggered, the brain executes more complex logic based on the skater's real-time position, performing dynamic tracking. For example: By controlling the lights behind the skater to turn off and the lights in front of the skater to turn on sequentially, a visual effect of "light guiding or chasing the skater" is created, achieving a light chasing effect.

[0072] When the rider passes through the waterfall sensor section, the brain commands the speakers near that section to amplify the water flow sound effect; when passing through the "dinosaur" sensor section, a dinosaur roar is triggered, and the sound effect is activated at the location.

[0073] Based on the calculated speed, the frequency of the sound effects (such as a faster speed corresponding to a more rapid wind sound) or the rhythm of the changes in light brightness can be finely adjusted to achieve speed linkage function.

[0074] All changes in lighting, color transitions, and sound playback and switching are precisely timed and synchronized by the control module to ensure the integrity and smoothness of the audiovisual experience.

[0075] Once the end sensor is triggered or the system's built-in timer determines that the gliding is complete, the control module initiates a gentle ending sequence, such as the lights slowly turning off and the music fading out, before returning to standby mode to wait for the next trigger.

[0076] The fourth stage, the maintenance and intervention stage, serves as a support layer throughout the entire lifecycle.

[0077] This working principle ensures the long-term reliable operation of the device and is the fundamental guarantee for the practical application of the embedded design.

[0078] The control system may have simple self-diagnostic functions, or it may be able to locate faults by discovering problems such as a section of light strip not lighting up or a speaker not making a sound through regular inspections.

[0079] Maintenance personnel locate the removable access panel corresponding to the fault point. The panel is secured by a magnetic mechanism and can be removed by hand by applying force along the edges, overcoming the magnetic force without any tools. Upon opening, the internal access light automatically illuminates, allowing for non-destructive access.

[0080] Once the panel is removed, the embedded equipment and its wiring are fully exposed. LED light strips typically use pluggable connectors, and the speakers are secured with screws. Maintenance personnel can quickly replace faulty components and perform rapid repairs.

[0081] After repair, align the sealing strip on the edge of the panel, press gently, and the magnetic force will firmly reposition it, restoring the original protection level (dustproof and waterproof) and appearance integrity. The entire process is quick, clean, and non-destructive, restoring the sealing effect.

[0082] Finally, it should be noted that the above are merely preferred embodiments of the present invention and are not intended to limit the present invention. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art can still modify the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of the present invention should be included within the protection scope of the present invention.

Claims

1. A composite structure amusement slide device integrating sound, light, electricity, and immersive experience, characterized in that: It includes a semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder (1), which adopts an arc-shaped semi-enclosed structure as the overall support frame; A fiberglass slide (2) is fixedly installed on the bottom inside of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder (1); The internal cavity is formed inside the side wall of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder (1) and extends along the length of the cylinder. An embedded light strip (4) is installed in the internal cavity, and its light emission direction is towards the sliding space inside the cylinder; An embedded speaker (6) is installed in the internal cavity, with its sound outlet facing the sliding space; An electrical control module (9) is electrically connected to the embedded light strip (4) and the embedded speaker (6) for controlling the playback of light and sound effects; The embedded light strip (4) is covered with a light-transmitting protective plate (5) on the outside, the embedded speaker (6) is covered with a hollow protective plate (7) on the outside, and a detachable maintenance panel (8) is provided on the hollow protective plate (7).

2. The composite structure amusement slide device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The fiberglass slide (2) and the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder (1) are connected by multiple support columns (3), which are used to accommodate the thermal expansion and contraction differences between stainless steel and fiberglass materials.

3. The composite structure amusement slide device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder (1) is formed by bending and welding 304 stainless steel sheet, and the fiberglass slide (2) is an FRP integral molded part with a gel coat coating on its surface.

4. The composite structure amusement slide device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The light-transmitting protective plate (5) is made of polycarbonate sheet or silicone material, and the perforated protective plate (7) is a metal mesh or a perforated metal plate.

5. The composite structure amusement slide device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The detachable access panel (8) is fixed to the perforated protective plate (7) by at least one of the following methods: snap fastener, magnetic attraction or screw.

6. The composite structure playground slide device according to any one of claims 1-5, characterized in that, The electrical control module (9) is located at the entrance of the semi-enclosed stainless steel cylinder (1) and is used to realize the linkage control of lighting effects and sound effects.

7. The composite structure playground slide device according to claim 6, characterized in that, It also includes an equipment compartment (11) for accommodating power distribution equipment and main controller, and is equipped with a lockable door (12).

8. The composite structure playground slide device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The internal cavity is also provided with a maintenance light (13), which is lit when the detachable maintenance panel (8) is opened.

9. The composite structure amusement slide device according to claim 8, characterized in that, The embedded light strip (4) is a low-voltage LED light strip, and / or the electrical circuits of the composite structure amusement slide device are all laid in the internal cavity.

10. An amusement ride, characterized in that, The invention includes a composite structure amusement slide device that integrates sound, light, electricity, and immersive experience as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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