Waist rest system with heating and ventilating functions for rail transit vehicle

By designing a heating and ventilation lumbar system in the wheelchair area of rail transit vehicles, using temperature and air volume sensors and knob control, the comfort problem caused by the lack of air conditioning outlets in the wheelchair area is solved, and the temperature and ventilation adjustment in different seasons is achieved, improving the passenger's riding experience.

CN223200059UActive Publication Date: 2025-08-08ZHUZHOU ELECTRIC LOCOMOTIVE CO LTD
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202422590166.5
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-10-25
Publication Date
2025-08-08
Estimated Expiration
2034-10-25

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Technical Problem

During the peak period of riding, the passenger's head and shoulders lacks air conditioning outlets, causing hot sweat in summer, and the waist surface temperature is low and not ventilated in winter, affecting passenger comfort.

Method used

Design a waist-rest system with heating and ventilation functions, combining temperature sensors, air volume sensors and mode switching knobs to achieve automatic or manual control, and adjust the waist-rest surface temperature and air output through heating resistor wires and ventilation holes to ensure passenger comfort.

Benefits of technology

Automatically or manually adjust the lumbar surface temperature and air output at different ambient temperatures to improve passengers' comfort in the wheelchair area and avoid hot sweating or cold sensation.

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Abstract

The utility model discloses a waist rest system with heating and ventilating functions for a rail transit vehicle, which comprises an air conditioner, a waist rest and a driver display screen, the air conditioner is used for ventilating according to input, and a temperature sensor, an air volume sensor and a mode switching knob are arranged on the waist rest. The air conditioner comprises an instruction passenger room air conditioning unit used for executing the ventilation temperature and the air volume and an air conditioner control panel used for recognizing the state of a mode switching switch and monitoring and receiving the state and data of a temperature sensor and an air volume sensor in real time. The driver display screen is effectively and electrically connected with the waist rest and used for displaying data input by the temperature sensor and the air volume sensor. According to the waist rest system with the heating and ventilating functions for the rail transit vehicle, the heating and ventilating functions can be automatically controlled by the system, and a manual control function is also arranged on the waist rest, so that passengers can conveniently adjust the temperature and the air volume according to the body feeling by themselves.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of rail transit seats, in particular to a lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles. Background Art

[0002] Rail transit vehicles, especially urban rail vehicles, are required to be equipped with wheelchair areas, and lumbar supports are installed in these areas for the convenience of passengers. When the wheelchair area is not occupied by a wheelchair, normal passengers can stand in this area to ride. To improve riding comfort, passengers can lean on the lumbar support, which saves effort and keeps the body stable. The lumbar support is mainly divided into two parts: the lumbar support surface and the connecting structure. The lumbar support surface allows passengers to lean on it and is generally supported by aluminum alloy or fiberglass. The back of the lumbar support surface is connected to the connecting structure, which is generally supported by a stainless steel pipe. It is used to support the lumbar support surface and fix the lumbar support to the side wall of the vehicle body.

[0003] Currently, wheelchair areas on rail transit vehicles are very common, and all are equipped with lumbar supports. However, existing wheelchair areas or lumbar supports have the following two major problems: First, during peak hours, when the subway is crowded, the heads and shoulders of wheelchair passengers are at the waist level of the standing crowd. There are generally no air conditioning vents at this height, so the cooling effect is weak in the summer, which generally causes disabled people to feel hot and even sweat. Second, when disabled people who are not in wheelchairs are riding the subway, they can lean on the lumbar support. The surface temperature of the lumbar support is lower in winter, but in the summer, after leaning for a long time, the contact area will sweat due to lack of ventilation. These problems occur on almost all subway lines and need to be solved urgently. Utility Model Content

[0004] In order to solve the above technical problems, the utility model provides a lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles. The heating and ventilation functions of the lumbar support can be automatically controlled by the system, and a manual control function is provided on the lumbar support, which is convenient for passengers to adjust the temperature and air volume according to their body sensation.

[0005] The technical solutions provided by this utility model are as follows:

[0006] A lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles includes an air conditioner for ventilation according to input, a lumbar support, and a driver display screen. The lumbar support is provided with a temperature sensor, an air volume sensor, and a mode switching knob. The air conditioner includes a passenger compartment air conditioning unit for executing ventilation temperature and air volume instructions, and an air conditioning control panel for identifying the state of the mode switching switch and monitoring the state and data of the received temperature sensor and air volume sensor in real time. The driver display screen is effectively electrically connected to the lumbar support for displaying data input by the temperature sensor and the air volume sensor.

[0007] Preferably, the lumbar support is arranged on the side wall of the wheelchair area on the rail vehicle, a plurality of ventilation holes are provided on the front of the lumbar support, a heating resistance wire is provided inside the lumbar support, and an air inlet duct and an air outlet duct are respectively provided on the side and back of the lumbar support.

[0008] Preferably, the mode switching knob includes an automatic control mode and / or a manual control mode.

[0009] Preferably, when the mode switching knob includes a manual control mode, a temperature adjustment knob and a vent air volume knob are provided, and the temperature adjustment knob includes knob one for setting target temperature value one and knob two for setting target temperature value two, and the target temperature value one is not higher than the target temperature value two.

[0010] Preferably, the knob 1 and the knob 2 are arranged on different end surfaces of the lumbar support.

[0011] Preferably, when the mode switching knob includes the automatic control mode, option boxes for target temperature value 1, target temperature value 2, and air volume target value are provided on the driver display screen.

[0012] Preferably, the temperature sensor is arranged on the inner side of the lumbar support surface to monitor the temperature of the lumbar support surface and the air outlet temperature of the ventilation holes and transmit the data to the air conditioning control panel.

[0013] Preferably, the air volume sensor is arranged at the lumbar support air inlet duct to monitor the air supply volume of the two lumbar support air inlet ducts and transmit the data to the air conditioning control panel.

[0014] The control process and method of the lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles of the present invention are as follows:

[0015] When it is detected that the mode switch is in automatic control mode, the temperature of the lumbar support surface is monitored in real time and compared with the target temperature value set by the system. When it is lower than target temperature value 2, the lumbar support ventilation function is disabled. When it is lower than target temperature value 1, the resistance wire heating function is activated, and the power of the heating resistance wire is increased or decreased according to the difference between the real-time lumbar support surface temperature and target temperature value 1, to ensure that the lumbar support comfort is always at the value set by the system. When it is detected that the mode switch is in manual control mode, the automatic control process is automatically cut off. Different target temperature values 1 and 2 can be set in manual mode. When the surface temperature of the lumbar support is lower than target temperature value 1, the heating system is activated. The heating system will activate the resistance wire heating function and increase or decrease the power of the heating resistance wire according to the manual control requirements to ensure that the lumbar support comfort can be changed according to the passenger's own preferences at any time.

[0016] The utility model has the following advantages over the prior art:

[0017] The utility model relates to a lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles. The system links the vehicle's closed-loop control system with the lumbar support control system, and is provided with an automatic control mode and a manual control mode. The system can turn the heating and ventilation functions on, off, and adjust them according to the set temperature and air volume values. When the ambient temperature inside the vehicle is lower than the set target temperature value 1, the lumbar support surface has a surface heating function to ensure the comfort of the passenger when leaning at low temperatures. The lumbar support surface is provided with a plurality of small holes. When the ambient temperature inside the vehicle is higher than the set target temperature value 2, the lumbar support uses the connecting structure as an air duct to introduce the air from the air conditioner into the lumbar support, and uses the small holes to discharge the air, ensuring that the passenger does not sweat at the contact part of the support, or ensuring the comfort of disabled people in wheelchairs. The heating and ventilation functions of the lumbar support can be automatically controlled by the system, and a manual control function is provided on the lumbar support, which is convenient for passengers to adjust the temperature and air volume according to their body sensation. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] In order to more clearly illustrate the embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the following briefly introduces the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments recorded in the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0019] Figure 1 This is a structural diagram of a lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0020] Figure 2 This is a schematic structural diagram of a lumbar support in an embodiment of the present utility model;

[0021] Figure 3 This is a schematic structural diagram of a waist support in an embodiment of the present invention when cut open along the middle;

[0022] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the control flow of a lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0023] Reference numerals:

[0024] 1. Lumbar support; 11. Ventilation holes; 2. Heating resistor; 3. Air inlet duct; 4. Air outlet duct; 5. Knob 1; 6. Knob 2; 7. Air volume knob for the vent. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0025] In order to help those skilled in the art better understand the technical solutions of the present invention, the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention are clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the embodiments described are only part of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative work are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0026] like Figure 1-3 As shown, an embodiment of the utility model provides a lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles, including an air conditioner for ventilation according to input, a lumbar support and a driver display screen, the lumbar support is provided with a temperature sensor, an air volume sensor and a mode switching knob, the air conditioner includes a passenger compartment air conditioning unit for executing instructions for ventilation temperature and air volume, and an air conditioning control panel for identifying the state of the mode switching switch and monitoring the state and data of the received temperature sensor and air volume sensor in real time, and the driver display screen is effectively electrically connected to the lumbar support for displaying data input by the temperature sensor and the air volume sensor.

[0027] In this embodiment, the lumbar support is arranged on the side wall of the wheelchair area on the rail vehicle, a plurality of ventilation holes are provided on the front of the lumbar support, a heating resistance wire is provided inside the lumbar support, and an air inlet duct and an air outlet duct are provided on the side and back of the lumbar support respectively.

[0028] In this embodiment, the mode switching knob includes an automatic control mode and / or a manual control mode.

[0029] In this embodiment, when the mode switching knob includes a manual control mode, a temperature adjustment knob and a vent air volume knob are provided. The temperature adjustment knob includes knob one for setting target temperature value one and knob two for setting target temperature value two. The target temperature value one is not higher than the target temperature value two. Knob one and knob two are arranged on different end surfaces of the lumbar support.

[0030] In this embodiment, when the mode switching knob includes the automatic control mode, option boxes for target temperature value 1, target temperature value 2, and air volume target value are provided on the driver display screen.

[0031] In this embodiment, the temperature sensor is arranged on the inner side of the lumbar support surface to monitor the temperature of the lumbar support surface and the air outlet temperature of the ventilation holes and transmit the data to the air conditioning control panel.

[0032] In this embodiment, the air volume sensor is arranged at the lumbar support air inlet duct to monitor the air supply volume of the two lumbar support air inlet ducts and transmit the data to the air conditioning control panel.

[0033] In this embodiment, the air conditioning control panel is used to identify the state of the mode switch and monitor the status and data of the temperature sensor and air volume sensor in real time. When the mode switch is in automatic control, the control panel automatically controls the temperature of the lumbar support heating resistor, the ventilation temperature, and the air volume output from the vents. When the mode switch is in manual control, the control panel monitors the manual control status data in real time and adjusts the temperature of the lumbar support heating resistor, the ventilation temperature, and the air volume output from the vents based on the temperature adjustment and vent volume inputs.

[0034] In this embodiment, in summer, when in automatic control mode, the lumbar support surface can activate heating according to control requirements when the interior ambient temperature is below target temperature value 1 (e.g., 22°C). When the interior ambient temperature is above target temperature value 2 (e.g., 26°C), the lumbar support surface air outlets can activate ventilation according to control requirements. When the passenger uses manual control mode or the mode switch, the system automatically disengages the automatic control mode for lumbar support heating and ventilation. Based on the passenger's settings, the lumbar support surface can activate heating when the interior ambient temperature is below target temperature value 1 (e.g., 24°C). When the interior ambient temperature is above target temperature value 2 (e.g., 28°C), the lumbar support surface air outlets can activate ventilation, allowing the passenger to adjust the air volume according to their preferences. When the passenger uses the mode switch again, the system returns to automatic control mode. It should be noted that target temperature value 1 and target temperature value 2 refer to the target temperature values set for the lumbar support surface, and the air volume target value refers to the target air volume set for the lumbar support air inlet duct.

[0035] The above description of the disclosed embodiments will enable one skilled in the art to implement or use the present invention. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to one skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of the present invention. Therefore, the present invention is not limited to the embodiments shown herein but is intended to conform to the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles, characterized in that: It includes an air conditioner, a lumbar support and a driver display screen for ventilation according to input. The lumbar support is provided with a temperature sensor, an air volume sensor and a mode switching knob. The air conditioner includes a passenger compartment air conditioning unit for executing instructions on ventilation temperature and air volume, and an air conditioning control panel for identifying the state of the mode switching switch and monitoring the state and data of the received temperature sensor and air volume sensor in real time. The driver display screen is effectively electrically connected to the lumbar support for displaying data input by the temperature sensor and the air volume sensor.

2. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The lumbar support is arranged on the side wall of the wheelchair area on the rail vehicle, a plurality of ventilation holes are arranged on the front of the lumbar support, a heating resistance wire is arranged inside the lumbar support, and an air inlet pipe and an air outlet pipe are respectively arranged on the side and back of the lumbar support.

3. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to claim 1, characterized in that: The mode switching knob includes an automatic control mode and / or a manual control mode.

4. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the mode switching knob includes a manual control mode, a temperature adjustment knob and a vent air volume knob are provided. The temperature adjustment knob includes knob one for setting target temperature value one and knob two for setting target temperature value two. The target temperature value one is not higher than the target temperature value two.

5. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to claim 4, characterized in that: The knob 1 and the knob 2 are arranged on different end surfaces of the waist support.

6. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to claim 3, characterized in that: When the mode switching knob includes the automatic control mode, option boxes for target temperature value 1, target temperature value 2, and air volume target value are provided on the driver display screen.

7. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The temperature sensor is arranged on the inner side of the lumbar support surface to monitor the temperature of the lumbar support surface and the air outlet temperature of the ventilation holes and transmit the data to the air conditioning control panel.

8. The lumbar support system with heating and ventilation functions for rail transit vehicles according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The air volume sensor is arranged at the lumbar support air inlet duct to monitor the air supply volume of the two lumbar support air inlet ducts and transmit the data to the air conditioning control panel.