An emergency distress module in an emergency situation

Abstract

The present application belongs to the technical field of personal security and emergency warning, and discloses an emergency help-seeking module under emergency conditions, which comprises a shell, a physically isolated power supply module, a function output unit and a single-action trigger assembly. The module adopts a pure hardware direct drive architecture, and a single physical action such as pulling or pressing can directly trigger help-seeking without the need for software and multi-step confirmation, thereby avoiding the risk of program crash failure. The power supply module is independent and self-sustaining, and is matched with multiple self-generating units such as photovoltaic and kinetic energy. The module supports three types of preset processes, namely, audible and visual alarm, silent recording of evidence and emergency positioning storage, and has three working modes, namely, independent self-sustaining, peripheral linkage and double-link redundancy. The module can be optionally matched with a multi-source positioning system, a multi-standard communication system and a vibration / radio multi-path automatic trigger structure, and can distinguish between two levels of help-seeking, namely, outbreak and silence. Local evidence is not uploaded to the cloud, and the module is suitable for extreme scenarios without network such as personal coercion, property theft prevention, field rescue and post-disaster search and rescue, and has outstanding reliability and privacy security.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of personal belongings security and emergency early warning technology, and in particular to an emergency rescue module for emergency situations. Background Technology

[0002] Existing portable emergency call products have the following core defects:

[0003] (1) Trigger reliability defects: It relies on MCU software to determine the trigger signal, and it completely fails in electromagnetic interference, crash, and tampering scenarios; a single trigger structure cannot cover active operation and automatic environment recognition.

[0004] (2) Power supply independence defects: The power supply is completely dependent on the mobile phone. The trigger function will fail synchronously after the device is turned off or damaged. It has no self-sustaining power supply capability in low light, and the battery life is insufficient in the wild, disaster areas and other scenarios where there is no external power supply.

[0005] (3) Functional integrity defects: The function is limited, only supports manual triggering, and has no posture sensing, voice recognition or static detection; it lacks a graded distress call mode and cannot distinguish between violent and tailing scenarios; it has no hardware self-locking and poor adaptability to high-requirement scenarios such as police use and outdoor use.

[0006] (4) Defects in architectural scalability: It cannot be compatible with both pure hardware independent operation and software and hardware collaboration architectures, and it has not achieved a universal design for multiple carriers, resulting in weak technical scalability.

[0007] The inventor has been deeply involved in the luggage industry chain for nearly 20 years. In 2008, he obtained a patent for luggage structure. In 2014 and 2023, he was robbed of his luggage during two cross-border trips. He discovered that existing equipment has serious flaws such as reliance on software and lack of offline protection. This provided a real-world scenario motivation for the development of this module.

[0008] While existing everyday items such as flashlights, doorbells, and sound-and-light toys possess a basic combination structure of a casing, battery, sound and light output, and switch, they are fundamentally different from the emergency rescue module of this invention and cannot be used as prior art to negate the inventiveness of this invention. The core differences are divided into five aspects:

[0009] Power supply architecture: Ordinary daily necessities share the power supply circuit with external devices and rely on external charging, without electrical isolation design; the power supply module of this invention is physically isolated from the power supply circuit of external electronic devices, is completely independent and self-sufficient, and the module can still work independently after the external device is powered off or damaged;

[0010] Triggering logic: Ordinary daily necessities only use basic on / off switches and do not have a dedicated direct-drive triggering design for emergency use; the single-action triggering component of this invention can directly generate a trigger signal with a single physical action, without the need for combination, secondary, sequential operations or confirmation steps, and is adapted to the instinctive operation of people in emergency situations;

[0011] Functional output: Ordinary daily necessities only realize conventional functions such as lighting, prompting sounds, and entertainment sound and light; the preset functional flow of this invention is specifically designed for emergency rescue, silent evidence collection, and emergency auxiliary perception, with hardware sound and light alarms as the underlying security execution actions;

[0012] Scene adaptation: Ordinary daily necessities are only suitable for normal temperature and electromagnetic interference-free indoor environments; this invention supports stable operation under extreme conditions such as high and low temperatures, strong electromagnetic interference, no network in the wild, and post-disaster ruins;

[0013] Modular expansion architecture: Ordinary daily necessities are fixed single-function finished products without standardized expansion assembly interfaces; this invention adopts a modular independent trigger architecture, which can be superimposed with vibration, radio frequency, positioning and communication units, and standardized universal assembly interfaces are adapted to various portable carriers.

[0014] None of the aforementioned everyday products disclosed the three core technological concepts of "physically isolated independent power supply module, single-action direct trigger component, and hardware-based preset functional process for emergency scenarios." The core of the protection scheme of this invention is a high-reliability hardware direct-drive architecture for emergency scenarios, rather than a simple superposition of ordinary battery switch devices. Summary of the Invention

[0015] The purpose of this invention is to address the shortcomings of existing technologies by providing an emergency rescue module for emergency situations, which enables multi-path triggering, tiered rescue, self-sustaining power supply, high-reliability protection, and multi-carrier adaptation, thereby comprehensively improving the comprehensiveness and stability of emergency protection.

[0016] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0017] An emergency rescue module for emergency situations includes a housing, a power supply module, a function output unit, and a single-action triggering component; the function output unit and the power supply module are integrated with the housing; the power supply module is physically isolated from the power supply circuit of external electronic devices and independently supplies power to the entire module; the single-action triggering component is configured to directly generate a trigger signal under a single physical action, without the need for combined operations, secondary operations, sequential operations, or confirmation operations, and directly drive the function output unit to execute a preset function flow.

[0018] Furthermore, the power supply module integrates multiple self-generating units, enabling autonomous power replenishment in low-light and action scenarios, achieving long-term offline self-sufficiency. The module adds multiple automatic triggering branches for static detection, posture sensing, voice recognition, and radio frequency remote control, achieving both manual and automatic dual protection. It features a dual-level distress signal mode, with burst audible and visual alarms and silent recording for evidence collection, matching different levels of danger. The module is equipped with three working modes: independent self-sufficiency, external device linkage, and dual-link hybrid redundancy, ensuring no loss of distress signal in the event of a single link failure. The outer shell is equipped with standardized universal assembly interfaces, allowing for snap-fit, magnetic, or sliding installation on various portable devices.

[0019] This module can be widely installed on suitcases, leather goods, computer bags, and luxury handbags to achieve offline anti-theft of valuables.

[0020] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of the present invention are as follows:

[0021] (1) The basic execution circuit adopts a pure hardware discrete circuit, without MCU program dependence, and there is no risk of crash or tampering failure. It can stably output distress signals under electromagnetic interference and extreme environments.

[0022] (2) The power supply circuit is physically isolated from external electronic equipment. It is equipped with photovoltaic, kinetic energy and piezoelectric multi-source power generation. It can still work offline for a long time after the external equipment is damaged or the power is cut off.

[0023] (3) Supports manual single-action triggering + automatic triggering via multiple paths such as stillness / vibration / voice / RF, covering all scenarios including active coercion, theft, accidental fall, and being trapped in ruins;

[0024] (4) The two-level rescue mode is to use high-decibel sound and light to deter violent dangers and to follow and secretly record evidence, taking into account both on-site safety and evidence collection.

[0025] (5) Three-mode redundant communication architecture, with built-in communication and mobile phone peripherals in parallel transmission through dual channels to avoid loss of contact due to no network or equipment damage;

[0026] (6) Standardized universal assembly interface, compatible with multiple carriers such as mobile phone cases, bags, belts, and wearable devices, with low modular expansion cost;

[0027] (7) The hardware self-locking circuit design makes it impossible to simply shut down after the alarm is activated. Combined with high and low temperature and moisture-proof reinforced structure, it is suitable for harsh working conditions in police and disaster relief.

[0028] (8) The local storage unit independently stores recordings, location information and contact information, without the need for cloud uploads, which complies with privacy protection regulations and has no risk of data leakage. Attached Figure Description

[0029] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the emergency rescue process of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the dual distress mode logic of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the hardware self-locking circuit of the present invention.

[0033] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the radio frequency remote control receiving unit of the present invention.

[0034] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram illustrating the working mode switching of the present invention.

[0035] Figure 7 This is a cross-sectional view of the single-action trigger linkage structure of the present invention.

[0036] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the assembly of the multi-form external movable component of the present invention.

[0037] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the independent power supply unit structure of the present invention.

[0038] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 2. Power supply module; 3. Functional output unit; 4. Single action trigger component; 6. Trigger signal generation mechanism; 7. Energy storage battery; 8. Kinetic energy generation module; 9. Flexible perovskite photovoltaic cell; 10. Thermoelectric power generation module; 11. Electrical isolation zone. Detailed Implementation

[0039] The present invention will now be further described in conjunction with specific embodiments. It should be noted that, without conflict, the various embodiments or technical features described below can be arbitrarily combined to form new embodiments.

[0040] In the description of this invention, it should be noted that directional terms such as "center," "lateral," "longitudinal," "length," "width," "thickness," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "vertical," "horizontal," "top," "bottom," "inner," "outer," "clockwise," and "counterclockwise" indicate the orientation and positional relationship based on the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. They are only for the convenience of describing this invention 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. They should not be construed as limiting the specific protection scope of this invention.

[0041] It should be noted that the terms "first" and "second" in the specification and claims of this invention are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence.

[0042] The single physical action described in this invention includes directly operating the single action triggering component, and linking the single action triggering component with changes in the structural state of an external carrier, so that the single action triggering component directly generates a trigger signal under a single physical action.

[0043] Example 1

[0044] like Figures 1 to 9As shown, an emergency rescue module for emergency situations includes a housing 1, a power supply module 2, a single-action trigger component 3, and a function output unit 4. The power supply module 2 has a built-in replaceable lithium battery and a perovskite photovoltaic power generation unit, and the electrical isolation zone isolates the external mobile phone power supply circuit. The single-action trigger component 3 adopts an exposed pull ring structure, which generates a hardware trigger signal with a single pull, directly driving the function output unit 4 to output a high-decibel audible and visual alarm. The whole device has no MCU and the entire drive link is built using RC hardware circuits.

[0045] This embodiment retains only the basic core architecture, without any extended communication or sensing units. It is suitable for simple offline emergency calls using keychains or small pendants, and operates in an independent, self-sustaining mode, enabling local alarms without the need for a mobile phone or network.

[0046] Example 2

[0047] This embodiment adds a vibration sensing unit to the existing embodiment 1. It uses an accelerometer with a hardware comparator and a hardware voltage divider to set three levels of vibration sensitivity. After the module is installed in the bag and armed, continuous dragging or prying will generate vibrations that exceed the threshold, which will automatically trigger an audible and visual alarm, making it suitable for bag anti-theft scenarios. The vibration sensing branch and the pull ring manual trigger branch are independent of each other, and either trigger can start the alarm.

[0048] Example 3

[0049] This embodiment adds an information collection unit 5 and a local storage unit 6 to the embodiment 1. The information collection unit integrates a microphone, which automatically records the ambient audio and stores it in the local storage unit after being triggered, thus achieving silent evidence collection. It can switch between burst sound and light mode and silent recording mode, so that it can record audio without making a sound in the case of tailing and filming, thus concealing and preserving evidence.

[0050] Example 4

[0051] This embodiment adds a multi-standard communication unit 7 to the existing embodiment 3, which is compatible with Bluetooth and cellular communication; it supports peripheral linkage mode, which automatically dials the preset emergency contact number and pushes location distress messages after being paired with a mobile phone; it also supports dual-link hybrid redundancy mode, which, when equipped with a satellite communication module, transmits alarm information through the built-in satellite channel when the mobile phone has no signal.

[0052] Example 5

[0053] This embodiment adds a radio frequency remote control receiver unit, which, when paired with a handheld remote control, can remotely trigger alarms and remotely arm and disarm the system. Remote control pairing is achieved through an independent hardware encoding circuit, requiring no software program. In daily life, signals can be sent via the remote control to trigger prompt sounds, allowing for quick location of lost personal modules.

[0054] Example 6

[0055] In this embodiment, a standardized universal magnetic assembly interface is provided on the outside of the shell, which can be directly attached to mobile phone cases and luggage back panels; the interface is interconnected with modular shells of the same series, supports disassembly and replacement of carriers, and adapts to the general mass production needs of multiple products.

[0056] Example 7

[0057] This embodiment has a built-in hardware self-locking circuit. After the alarm signal is triggered, the self-locking circuit continues to conduct. The alarm can only be turned off by a dedicated reset operation to prevent the victim from forcibly turning off the alarm in a coercive scenario. The whole machine is moisture-proof and wide-temperature ruggedized, and can work stably in the range of -40℃ to 70℃, making it suitable for outdoor and disaster relief scenarios.

[0058] Example 8

[0059] This embodiment integrates a hidden single-action trigger component with an embedded gravity pendulum. When the module tilts or falls, the displacement of the gravity pendulum automatically generates a trigger signal, which is suitable for automatic rescue scenarios when the elderly or children fall.

[0060] Example 9

[0061] This embodiment is a luggage handle linkage triggering structure. The single-action triggering component, together with the handle abutment and the force sensor, forms an external carrier linkage structure. When the luggage handle is fully retracted, the abutment clamping switch disconnects the power supply circuit to disarm the system. When the handle is pulled out by external force, a single pulling action is generated. The force sensor is released, the hardware circuit is instantly turned on, and the audible and visual alarm is directly activated without the need for software judgment, making it suitable for luggage theft scenarios.

[0062] Example 10

[0063] This embodiment is a full-featured, high-configuration version, integrating vibration sensing, radio frequency remote control, audio and video acquisition, multi-source satellite positioning, dual-link communication, hardware self-locking, and multiple types of self-generating units. It also features three working modes, dual-level distress logic, and standardized multi-type assembly interfaces, making it suitable for high-end business travel, outdoor duty, and full-set police protection scenarios.

[0064] Working principle:

[0065] When in use, if a user encounters personal danger, they can directly pull, press, or flip the single-action trigger component to complete a single physical action. The hardware circuit instantly generates a trigger signal, skipping the software judgment and directly driving the function output unit to execute the preset distress call process. In the case of passive dangers such as theft of property or falling, the vibration, posture, and static sensing units will automatically trigger after detecting abnormal signals.

[0066] The power supply module is physically isolated from external electronic devices and relies on built-in batteries, photovoltaics, and kinetic energy for self-sufficiency. Power loss due to damage to an external mobile phone will not affect the module's operation. It can switch between burst audible and visual alarm or silent evidence collection mode according to the level of danger. The communication unit can select three modes: local offline alarm only, mobile phone transmission linkage, and built-in satellite + mobile phone dual-channel redundant transmission. All collected audio, video, and location data are stored locally and not uploaded to the cloud to protect user privacy. The hardware self-locking circuit ensures that the alarm cannot be maliciously shut down, and the standardized interface allows for quick disassembly and replacement of various portable devices.

[0067] Defensive open

[0068] The following methods, algorithms, and software logic are disclosed for defensive purposes only and are not included in the scope of the claims of this device. These contents can be separately applied for as invention patents:

[0069] 1. Hardware control circuit and mode switching timing for dual-mode distress call;

[0070] 2. Hardware comparison circuit and threshold determination method for posture recognition and speech recognition;

[0071] 3. Hardware circuit for charging and discharging management of low-light photovoltaic modules;

[0072] 4. The self-holding circuit topology of the hardware self-locking loop;

[0073] 5. Priority hardware arbitration circuit for multiple trigger paths.

[0074] Supplementary Explanation of Hardware-Software Coordination

[0075] The core safety baseline is the pure hardware basic circuit of this module, while functions such as voice recognition, posture judgment, mode switching, and cloud linkage are value-added extensions. Even if the extended functions fail due to software failure or external interference, the basic manual triggering, audible and visual alarms, independent communication, and positioning functions can still work normally, ensuring basic distress response capabilities in extreme scenarios.

[0076] Each functional module described in this application (including but not limited to the flexible perovskite photovoltaic power supply unit, magnetic anti-tampering bracket structure, dual-link redundant communication logic, bounce switch sensing unit, vibration sensing unit, radio frequency remote control receiving unit, multi-loop anti-cutting isolation architecture, remote control pairing initialization scheme, delayed confirmation triggering mechanism, and multi-mode program scheduling scheme) possesses independent technical contributions and inventiveness. The applicant reserves the right to file a divisional application in accordance with Article 31 of the Patent Law.

[0077] The basic principles, main features, and advantages of this invention have been described above. Those skilled in the art should understand that this invention is not limited to the above embodiments. The embodiments and descriptions in the specification are merely principles of the invention. Various changes and modifications can be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the invention as claimed. The scope of protection claimed by this invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An emergency rescue module for emergency situations, characterized in that, Includes housing, power supply module, function output unit, and single-action trigger component; The functional output unit, power supply module and housing are integrated; The power supply module is physically isolated from the power supply circuit of external electronic devices and independently supplies power to the entire module. The single-action triggering component is configured to directly generate a trigger signal under a single physical action, without the need for combined operations, secondary operations, sequential operations, or confirmation operations, and directly drive the function output unit to execute a preset function flow.

2. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 1, characterized in that, The power supply module includes at least one of a replaceable battery, a built-in rechargeable battery, and a self-generating unit.

3. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 2, characterized in that, The self-generating unit includes at least one of the following: photovoltaic power generation unit, perovskite photovoltaic power generation unit, kinetic power generation unit, piezoelectric power generation unit, and electromagnetic energy harvesting unit. The photovoltaic power generation unit includes any one of silicon-based photovoltaic, thin-film photovoltaic, and gallium arsenide photovoltaic. The kinetic power generation unit includes any one of hand-cranked power generation, rope-pulled power generation, and press-type mechanical power generation. The electromagnetic energy harvesting unit includes any one of radio frequency environmental energy harvesting and alternating electromagnetic induction energy harvesting.

4. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 3, characterized in that, The preset functional flow includes at least one of the following types of execution actions: (1) Emergency rescue category: activate local sound and light alarm, push rescue message, automatically dial emergency number, and remotely forward alarm signal; (2) Silent evidence collection: local audio and video capture, on-site audio recording and preservation; (3) Auxiliary sensing type: turn on emergency lighting, local location storage.

5. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 1, characterized in that, This module has three working modes: Independent self-sufficient mode: Relying solely on the built-in power supply and built-in function output unit, it can independently execute preset functions without the need for external electronic devices or network connections; Peripheral linkage mode: Pairs with mobile phones, tablets, and smart wearable devices to reuse the communication links of external devices to transmit data; Dual-link hybrid redundancy mode: When the built-in communication unit is configured in this module, the built-in communication and external device linkage are enabled simultaneously to transmit data through dual channels, avoiding single-link failure and disconnection.

6. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 1, characterized in that, It is also equipped with an information acquisition unit and a local storage unit; The information acquisition unit includes at least one environmental sound sensor and an optical image sensor, which automatically acquires on-site environmental data after being triggered. The local storage unit is used to store contact information, preset execution templates, and on-site collected evidence data.

7. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 1, characterized in that, In the implementation scheme for configuring extended positioning and communication capabilities, this module can be optionally equipped with a multi-source positioning unit and a multi-standard communication unit; The positioning unit supports at least one of satellite positioning, base station positioning, and wireless-assisted positioning. The communication unit is compatible with at least one of the following communication methods: Bluetooth, WiFi, cellular, satellite, NB-IoT, and LoRa.

8. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 1, characterized in that, The single-action triggering component includes the following optional implementation forms: The first type of exposed components includes, but is not limited to: ring buckles, pull rings, drawstrings, folding brackets, magnetic rings, lanyard connectors, buttons, knobs, and touch-sensitive areas; The second type includes, but is not limited to: built-in pull cables, pop-out levers, and embedded gravity pendulums; The third type of external carrier linkage includes, but is not limited to: establishing a physical state detection linkage structure with the external carrier through mechanical linkages, cables, spring switches, magnetic separation components, tension sensors, and pressure sensors; when the external carrier undergoes displacement, opening and closing, separation, tension, compression, tilting, or vibration deformation, the physical state change of the carrier is converted into a single physical action acting on the single action trigger component, directly generating a trigger signal.

9. The emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to claim 1, characterized in that, The outer side of the housing is provided with a standardized universal assembly interface; The standardized universal assembly interface is compatible with and interoperable with the standardized interface structure of the modular functional shell described in the prior patent.

10. An emergency rescue module for emergency situations according to any one of claims 1 to 9, characterized in that, The standardized universal assembly interface includes at least one type of detachable interface, such as snap-on, sliding rail, or magnetic.

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