ETC self-service handling device

Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of ETC handling, and provides an ETC self-service handling device which comprises a shell, an interaction assembly, a reader-writer, a pressing mechanism and a control mainboard. The housing is provided with an accommodation cabin, the accommodation cabin is provided with an opening communicated with the outside, and the accommodation cabin is used for accommodating an OBU cabin box in which an ETC card is inserted. The interaction assembly is installed on the shell and used for receiving card writing information and operation instructions input from the outside. The reader-writer is installed on the shell and used for being in communication connection with the OBU bin box in the containing bin. The pressing mechanism is installed on the shell and used for pressing the communication switch of the OBU bin box so as to start the communication function of the OBU bin box. The control mainboard is installed on the shell and is in communication connection with the interaction assembly, the reader-writer and the pressing mechanism. According to the ETC self-service handling device, the interaction assembly receives an operation instruction and card writing information input by a user, the control mainboard controls the pressing mechanism and the reader-writer to write the information into the OBU bin box and the ETC card, and ETC handling is completed.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The utility model relates to the technical field of ETC processing, in particular to an ETC self-service processing device. Background Art

[0002] The fully automatic Electronic Toll Collection (ETC) system is a service feature of the Intelligent Transportation System, primarily designed to improve toll collection efficiency at highway toll booths. To use the ETC feature, users must apply for an ETC card and the corresponding On-Board Unit (OBU) box. In existing technologies, users must submit information online to relevant agencies, who then enter relevant information into the OBU box and ETC card based on the information before mailing the OBU and ETC card to the user. This processing time is lengthy, significantly impacting the user experience. Utility Model Content

[0003] The utility model provides an ETC self-service processing device to solve the defects in the prior art that the processing time of ETC-related equipment is long and affects the user experience.

[0004] The utility model provides an ETC self-service processing device, comprising:

[0005] A housing is provided on the housing, wherein the housing has an opening communicating with the outside, and the housing is used to accommodate an OBU box with an ETC card inserted therein;

[0006] An interactive component, the interactive component being installed on the housing and configured to receive externally input card writing information and operation instructions;

[0007] A reader / writer, the reader / writer being mounted on the housing and configured to communicate with the OBU box in the storage compartment;

[0008] A pressing mechanism, the pressing mechanism being mounted on the housing and configured to press a communication switch of the OBU box to activate a communication function of the OBU box;

[0009] A control mainboard is installed on the housing and is respectively connected to the interactive component, the reader and the pressing mechanism for communication.

[0010] According to the ETC self-service processing device of the present utility model,

[0011] The interactive component includes an operation screen; the operation screen is communicatively connected to the control mainboard; the operation screen is mounted on the housing, and the operation screen is used to display an operation interface for the user to perform touch operations;

[0012] And / or, the interactive component also includes a communication module, which is communicatively connected to the control main board; the communication module is installed in the shell, and the communication module is used to communicate with an external device to receive external input card writing information and operation instructions.

[0013] According to the ETC self-service device of the present invention, a clamping mechanism and a driving mechanism are provided in the accommodating compartment;

[0014] The clamping mechanism can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the clamping mechanism clamps the OBU box; in the unlocked state, the clamping mechanism releases the OBU box.

[0015] The driving mechanism is communicatively connected to the control main board and is transmission-connected to the clamping mechanism to drive the clamping mechanism to switch between the locked state and the unlocked state.

[0016] According to the ETC self-service processing device of the present utility model, the clamping mechanism includes a bracket and at least two clamping claws;

[0017] The bracket is installed in the accommodating chamber; the two clamping jaws are rotatably arranged on the bracket, and the two clamping jaws are arranged opposite to each other; the output end of the driving mechanism is transmission-connected to the two clamping jaws to drive the two clamping jaws to close or expand.

[0018] According to the ETC self-service processing device of the present utility model, each of the clamping claws includes a clamping portion, a connecting portion and a driving portion connected in sequence; the clamping mechanism also includes a first elastic member;

[0019] The two clamping parts are arranged opposite to each other, the connecting part is rotatably connected to the bracket, and the driving part extends from the connecting part to between the two clamping claws; one end of the first elastic member is connected to one of the clamping parts, and the other end is connected to the other clamping part; in the unlocked state, the first elastic member is in a stretched state; in the locked state, the first elastic member is in a natural state;

[0020] The driving mechanism includes a driving member and a push rod, the driving member is connected to the push rod in a transmission manner, the push rod is in contact with both driving parts, and the driving member is used to drive the push rod to push the two driving parts to move, so as to cooperate with the first elastic member to expand or close the two clamping parts.

[0021] According to the ETC self-service processing device of the present invention, each of the clamping parts is provided with a hook part at one end facing the opening, and the hook part extends from the clamping part to between the two clamping claws;

[0022] In the locked state, the hook portion is used to abut against a side of the OBU box facing the opening;

[0023] A guide slope is formed on a side of the hook portion facing the opening, and the guide slope gradually inclines toward between the two clamping jaws along a direction away from the opening.

[0024] According to the ETC self-service processing device of the present utility model, it also includes a pushing mechanism, which includes a pushing plate and a second elastic member;

[0025] The push plate is slidably disposed in the accommodating chamber, one end of the second elastic member is connected to the housing, and the other end of the second elastic member is connected to the push plate;

[0026] In the locked state, the push plate is used to abut against a side of the OBU magazine away from the opening, and the second elastic member is deformed to generate a force on the push plate toward the opening.

[0027] According to the ETC self-service device of the present invention, the storage compartment is further provided with a gate, and the gate is openably and closably arranged at the opening.

[0028] According to the ETC self-service processing device of the present utility model, the pressing mechanism includes a driving motor, a cam and a cam sensor;

[0029] The cam is used to correspond to the position of the communication switch of the OBU box in the storage compartment; the drive motor is connected to the cam to drive the cam to rotate to press or release the communication switch; the cam sensor is used to detect the rotation angle of the cam;

[0030] The driving motor and the cam sensor are both communicatively connected to the control main board.

[0031] According to the ETC self-service device of the present invention, it also includes a card reader, which is installed on the shell and is communicatively connected to the control main board. The card reader is used to read the recorded information on the ETC card, and the interactive component 12 is also used to display the recorded information on the ETC card.

[0032] The ETC self-service processing device of the present invention is to provide a storage compartment in the shell to cache the OBU box with the ETC card inserted; at the same time, by installing an interactive component, a reader / writer, a pressing mechanism and a control mainboard on the shell, the interactive component can accept the operation instructions and card writing information input by the user, and transmit the operation instructions and card writing information to the control mainboard, and the control mainboard controls the pressing mechanism to activate the communication function of the OBU box in the storage compartment, and controls the reader / writer to write the card writing information into the OBU box and the ETC card to complete the entry of the ETC device. After the whole process is completed, the user can take out the OBU box in the storage compartment, thereby realizing the self-service processing and issuance of the ETC device, and effectively solving the defects in the prior art of long processing time of ETC-related equipment and affecting the user experience. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0033] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the present invention or the prior art, a brief introduction will be given below to the drawings required for use in the embodiments or the description of the prior art. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without paying any creative work.

[0034] Figure 1 This is one of the schematic diagrams of the ETC self-service device provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0035] Figure 2 This is the second schematic diagram of the ETC self-service device provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0036] Figure 3 It is a schematic diagram of the storage compartment and OBU box provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0037] Figure 4 It is a schematic diagram of the driving mechanism and the clamping mechanism provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0038] Figure 5 It is a schematic diagram of the driving mechanism and the clamping mechanism (excluding the bracket) provided in an embodiment of the present utility model.

[0039] Reference numerals:

[0040] 1. ETC self-service device;

[0041] 11. Shell; 111. Accommodating chamber; 112. Clamping mechanism; 1121. Bracket; 1122. Clamping claw; 1123. Clamping portion; 1124. Connecting portion; 1125. Driving portion; 1126. First elastic member; 1127. Hooking portion; 1128. Guide slope; 113. Driving mechanism; 1131. Driving member; 1132. Push rod; 114. Pushing mechanism; 1141. Push plate; 1142. Second elastic member; 115. Gate.

[0042] 12. Interactive component; 121. Operation screen; 122. Communication module;

[0043] 13. Reader / writer;

[0044] 14. Pressing mechanism; 141. Driving motor; 142. Cam; 143. Cam sensor;

[0045] 15. Control board; 16. Card reader; 17. Camera

[0046] 2. OBU box. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] To make the purpose, technical solutions, and advantages of the present invention more clear, the following will be combined with the accompanying drawings to clearly and completely describe the technical solutions of the present invention. Obviously, the embodiments described are only some of the embodiments of the present invention, not all of them. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by ordinary technicians in this field without making creative efforts are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0048] The following combination Figure 1-Figure 5 The present invention describes the ETC self-service processing device of the present invention.

[0049] like Figures 1 to 3 As shown, the present invention provides an ETC self-service device 1, comprising a housing 11, an interactive component 12, a reader / writer 13, a pressing mechanism 14, and a control mainboard 15. The housing 11 is provided with a storage compartment 111 having an opening communicating with the outside. The storage compartment 111 is used to accommodate an OBU (Operating Unit) 2 (OBU) with an ETC card inserted therein. The interactive component 12 is mounted on the housing 11 and is used to receive external input of card writing information and operation instructions. The reader / writer 13 is mounted on the housing 11 and is used to communicate with the OBU 2 within the storage compartment 111. The pressing mechanism 14 is mounted on the housing 11 and is used to press the communication switch of the OBU 2 to activate the communication function of the OBU 2. The control mainboard 15 is mounted on the housing 11 and is respectively connected to the interactive component 12, the reader / writer 13, and the pressing mechanism 14.

[0050] In this embodiment, the shell 11 is used to install and fix other functional components. A storage compartment 111 with an opening is provided on the shell 11. The storage compartment 111 is used to accommodate the OBU box 2 with the ETC card to be issued so that it can be issued after the data information is written. The OBU box 2 can be loaded into the storage compartment 111 from the opening in advance by the staff and taken out by the user after the data writing is completed.

[0051] The user can transmit operating instructions and card writing information (such as vehicle information and user information) to be entered into the ETC card through their own external device (such as a mobile phone) to the interactive component 12. The interactive component 12 then transmits the operating instructions and card writing information to the control mainboard 15. Alternatively, the user can directly input the operating instructions and card writing information through the interactive component 12.

[0052] The control board 15 controls the pressing mechanism 14 to press the communication switch on the OBU compartment 2 within the receiving compartment 111, transmitting the corresponding card writing information to the reader / writer 13. It will be appreciated that the OBU compartment 2 is typically provided with a communication switch (typically a push-button switch) to activate the OBU compartment 2's communication function (typically Bluetooth). After the communication function of the OBU compartment 2 is activated, the reader / writer 13 can establish communication with the OBU compartment 2 and write the corresponding card writing information to the OBU compartment 2 and the ETC card inside the OBU compartment 2, thereby completing the ETC application process. After the application is completed, the user can remove the OBU compartment 2 from the opening and directly install it in the vehicle for activation and use.

[0053] The ETC self-service processing device 1 of the present invention is provided with a storage compartment 111 in the shell 11 to cache the OBU box 2 with the ETC card inserted; at the same time, by installing an interactive component 12, a reader / writer 13, a pressing mechanism 14 and a control mainboard 15 on the shell 11, the interactive component 12 can accept the operation instructions and card writing information input by the user, and transmit the operation instructions and card writing information to the control mainboard 15. The control mainboard 15 controls the pressing mechanism 14 to turn on the communication function of the OBU box 2 in the storage compartment 111, and controls the reader / writer 13 to write the card writing information into the OBU box 2 and the ETC card to complete the entry of the ETC device. After the whole process is completed, the user can take out the OBU box 2 in the storage compartment 111, thereby realizing the self-service processing and issuance of the ETC device, and effectively solving the defects in the prior art of long processing time of ETC-related equipment and affecting user experience.

[0054] Optionally, a plurality of storage compartments 111 may be provided on the housing 11 to accommodate a plurality of OBU boxes 2, so as to provide ETC processing services to a plurality of users and reduce the frequency of staff replenishing the OBU boxes 2 into the storage compartments 111, making it more convenient to use.

[0055] It is understandable that the interaction component 12 may include human-computer interaction devices such as a touch screen, a keyboard, and a mouse.

[0056] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 、 Figure 2 and Figure 3 As shown, the interactive component 12 includes an operation screen 121. The operation screen 121 is in communication with the control mainboard 15. The operation screen 121 is mounted on the housing 11 and is used to display an operation interface for the user to perform touch operations.

[0057] In this embodiment, by installing an operation screen 121 on the shell 11, the operation screen 121 can display the relevant operation interface for processing the ETC card. The user can directly input information and control instructions through the operation screen 121 so that the control main board 15 can control the completion of the entire ETC processing process. The operation is convenient and the use effect is good.

[0058] Optionally, the interactive component 12 further includes a communication module 122, which is in communication with the control mainboard 15. The communication module 122 is mounted on the housing 11 and is used to communicate with an external device to receive external input card writing information and operation instructions.

[0059] In this embodiment, a communication module 122 is mounted on the housing 11. The communication module 122 can be directly connected to an external device, allowing the user to input operating instructions and card writing information via an external device (such as a mobile phone), thereby controlling the entire ETC processing process on the main board 15. This provides convenient operation and excellent user experience. It is understood that the communication module 122 can communicate with the user's external device to directly receive operating instructions and card writing information input by the user via the external device; alternatively, the communication module 122 can connect to an external server to obtain pre-stored card writing information on the server.

[0060] It is understood that the operation screen 121 and the communication module 122 can be used in conjunction to make the entire processing process more convenient and efficient. In one specific embodiment, users can log in to a relevant official account or website via a mobile phone, computer, or other device to make an appointment and pre-fill the relevant card writing information, which is temporarily stored on the server. After completing the pre-filled information, the user goes to the location of the ETC self-service processing device 1 and scans the QR code displayed on the operation screen 121, thereby establishing communication with the communication module 122. The communication module 122 retrieves the pre-filled card writing information on the server based on the user's relevant information and transmits it to the control board 15. The control board 15 controls the reader / writer 13 and the pressing mechanism 14 to complete the card writing process, eliminating the need to fill in the card writing information on site, thereby improving processing efficiency. It is understood that during the above operation process, the operation screen 121 can be used to assist in operations. For example, it can display the pre-filled card writing information for the user to confirm and modify on site. At the same time, the operation screen 121 can also be used to display operating instructions to guide the user through the entire ETC processing process.

[0061] Optionally, a speaker can be installed in the housing 11, and the speaker is communicatively connected to the control mainboard 15. The speaker is used to play a prompt voice to prompt the user to complete the entire ETC processing process.

[0062] In some embodiments, as Figures 3 to 5 As shown, a clamping mechanism 112 and a driving mechanism 113 are disposed within the receiving compartment 111. The clamping mechanism 112 can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the clamping mechanism 112 clamps the OBU compartment 2; in the unlocked state, the clamping mechanism 112 releases the OBU compartment 2. The driving mechanism 113 is communicatively connected to the control board 15 and is in transmission connection with the clamping mechanism 112 to drive the clamping mechanism 112 to switch between the locked and unlocked states.

[0063] In this embodiment, a driving mechanism 113 is provided, and the driving mechanism 113 is communicatively connected to the control main board 15, so that under the control of the control main board 15, the clamping mechanism 112 is driven to switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the clamping mechanism 112 clamps the OBU box 2 to fix the position of the OBU box 2 so that the pressing mechanism 14 can just press the communication switch of the OBU box 2; in the unlocked state, the clamping mechanism 112 releases the OBU box 2 so that the OBU box 2 can be taken out of the storage chamber 111, or the OBU box 2 can be placed in the storage chamber 111 at the clamping position corresponding to the clamping mechanism 112.

[0064] In some embodiments, as Figures 3 to 5As shown, the clamping mechanism 112 includes a bracket 1121 and at least two clamping jaws 1122. The bracket 1121 is mounted within the receiving chamber 111. The two clamping jaws 1122 are rotatably mounted on the bracket 1121 and are disposed opposite each other. The output end of the drive mechanism 113 is in transmission connection with the two clamping jaws 1122 to drive the two clamping jaws 1122 to close or expand.

[0065] In this embodiment, a bracket 1121 is mounted within the receiving compartment 111 and is used to support two clamping jaws 1122. The two clamping jaws 1122 are rotatably mounted on the bracket 1121. The two clamping jaws 1122 can rotate relative to each other to close and clamp the OBU magazine 2 within the receiving compartment 111, or to expand and expand to release the OBU magazine 2. The driving mechanism 113 is in transmission connection with the clamping jaws 1122 to drive the two clamping jaws 1122 to close and clamp or expand and release the OBU magazine 2. This structure is simple, convenient and practical.

[0066] Specifically, in some embodiments, Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, each clamping jaw 1122 includes a clamping portion 1123, a connecting portion 1124, and a driving portion 1125 connected in sequence. The clamping mechanism 112 also includes a first elastic member 1126. The two clamping portions 1123 are arranged opposite each other, the connecting portion 1124 is rotatably connected to the bracket 1121, and the driving portion 1125 extends from the connecting portion 1124 to between the two clamping jaws 1122. One end of the first elastic member 1126 is connected to one clamping portion 1123, and the other end is connected to the other clamping portion 1123. In the unlocked state, the first elastic member 1126 is in a stretched state; in the locked state, the first elastic member 1126 is in a natural state. The driving mechanism 113 includes a driving member 1131 and a push rod 1132. The driving member 1131 is connected to the push rod 1132 in a transmission manner. The push rod 1132 is in contact with both driving parts 1125. The driving member 1131 is used to drive the push rod 1132 to push the two driving parts 1125 to move, so as to cooperate with the first elastic member 1126 to expand or close the two clamping parts 1123.

[0067] In this embodiment, two clamping portions 1123 are disposed opposite each other, one end of each clamping portion 1123 being connected to a connecting portion 1124, which is rotatably disposed on a bracket 1121. Rotation of the connecting portion 1124 drives the clamping portions 1123 to rotate, causing the two clamping portions 1123 to close together to clamp the OBU cartridge 2 or to expand to release the OBU cartridge 2. A driving portion 1125 extends from the connecting portion 1124 toward between the two clamping jaws 1122 so as to abut against a push rod 1132. The push rod 1132 can slide under the drive of the driving member 1131 to cooperate with the first elastic member 1126 to control the clamping portions 1123 to clamp or release the OBU cartridge 2.

[0068] Specifically, when the two clamping parts 1123 clamp the OBU box 2, the first elastic member 1126 between the two clamping parts 1123 is in a natural state to maintain the clamping state of the two clamping parts 1123; when the OBU box 2 needs to be released, the driving member 1131 drives the push rod 1132 to push the two driving parts 1125, which can drive the two clamping parts 1123 to rotate in the expansion direction to release the OBU box 2. At the same time, the first elastic member 1126 is stretched; when the OBU box 2 needs to be clamped, the driving member 1131 drives the push rod 1132 to reset, and the first elastic member 1126 rebounds, which can pull the two clamping parts 1123 in the closing direction, so that the two clamping parts 1123 re-clamp the OBU box 2. The structure is simple and the operation is easy.

[0069] Furthermore, in some embodiments, Figure 4 and Figure 5 As shown, each clamping portion 1123 is provided with a hook portion 1127 on one end facing the opening. The hook portion 1127 extends from the clamping portion 1123 toward the space between the two clamping jaws 1122. When locked, the hook portion 1127 is configured to abut against the side of the OBU magazine 2 facing the opening. A guide slope 1128 is formed on the side of the hook portion 1127 facing the opening. The guide slope 1128 gradually slopes toward the space between the two clamping jaws 1122 in a direction away from the opening.

[0070] In this embodiment, a hook portion 1127 extending between the two clamping jaws 1122 is provided at one end of each clamping portion 1123 facing the opening. When the two clamping portions 1123 clamp the OBU box 2, the hook portion 1127 can abut against the side of the OBU box 2 facing the opening, further limiting the OBU box 2 and preventing the OBU box 2 from sliding toward the side of the opening. At the same time, a guide slope 1128 is formed on the side of the hook portion 1127 facing the opening, and the guide slope 1128 gradually extends from the side of the opening to the inside toward between the two clamping jaws 1122, so that the staff can install the OBU box 2 into the corresponding position between the two clamping jaws 1122. Specifically, the staff loads the OBU box 2 into the storage chamber 111 from the opening. When the OBU box 2 moves into the storage chamber 111, it first abuts against the guide slope 1128 and moves along the guide slope 1128. The guide slope 1128 pushes the hook portion 1127 and the two clamping portions 1123 to both sides, and stretches the first elastic member 1126. After the OBU box 2 reaches the clamping position between the clamping portions 1123, the side of the OBU box 2 disengages from the hook portion 1127, and the first elastic member 1126 rebounds, causing the two clamping portions 1123 to close and clamp the OBU box 2.

[0071] In some embodiments, as Figure 3As shown, the ETC self-service device 1 includes an ejection mechanism 114, which comprises a push plate 1141 and a second elastic member 1142. The push plate 1141 is slidably disposed within the receiving compartment 111. One end of the second elastic member 1142 is connected to the housing 11, and the other end of the second elastic member 1142 is connected to the push plate 1141. In the locked state, the push plate 1141 abuts against the side of the OBU compartment 2 facing away from the opening. The deformation of the second elastic member 1142 generates a force on the push plate 1141 toward the opening.

[0072] In this embodiment, a pushing mechanism 114 is provided. When the clamping mechanism 112 is in the unlocked state, the pushing mechanism 114 can push out the OBU magazine 2 in the accommodating chamber 111 so that the user can take it away. Specifically, the ejection mechanism 114 includes a push plate 1141 and a second elastic member 1142. The push plate 1141 is arranged in the accommodating chamber 111, and the push plate 1141 is connected to the shell 11 through the second elastic member 1142. When the OBU warehouse box 2 is loaded into the accommodating chamber 111 and is clamped by the clamping mechanism 112, the side of the OBU warehouse box 2 away from the opening abuts against the push plate 1141, and pushes the push plate 1141 from the initial position toward the direction away from the opening for a distance, so that the second elastic member 1142 is stretched or compressed, thereby generating a force on the push plate 1141 pointing to the initial position of the push plate 1141. When the clamping mechanism 112 is in the unlocked state and the OBU warehouse box 2 is released, the second elastic member 1142 releases and rebounds, driving the push plate 1141 to slide to the initial position, thereby pushing the OBU warehouse box 2 to move toward the opening position, so that the user can remove the OBU warehouse box 2 from the opening.

[0073] It is understood that the position of the second elastic member 1142 can be designed according to actual needs. For example, when the second elastic member 1142 is located on the side of the push plate 1141 facing the opening, the second elastic member 1142 is stretched in the locked state; or the second elastic member 1142 can be located on the side of the push plate 1141 facing away from the opening, and the second elastic member 1142 is compressed in the locked state.

[0074] It is understandable that one end of the second elastic member 1142 is connected to the shell 11, and the other end of the second elastic member 1142 is connected to the push plate 1141. The second elastic member 1142 can be directly connected to the shell 11 and the push plate 1141, or the second elastic member 1142 can be connected to the shell 11 and the push plate 1141 through some intermediate structures and connecting members. This embodiment is not limited to this.

[0075] Meanwhile, in some embodiments, the clamping mechanism 112 has two clamping jaws 1122 as in the aforementioned embodiments, each of which includes a clamping portion 1123, a connecting portion 1124, and a driving portion 1125. The clamping portion 1123 is provided with a hook portion 1127. In the locked state, the hook portion 1127 abuts against the side of the OBU compartment 2 facing the opening, and the push plate 1141 abuts against the side of the OBU compartment 2 facing away from the opening, thereby further limiting the position of the OBU compartment 2 in the depth direction of the storage chamber 111, making the position of the OBU compartment 2 more stable and reliable, less likely to deviate, and enabling the pressing mechanism 14 to align with the communication switch of the OBU compartment 2.

[0076] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the storage chamber 111 is further provided with a gate 115 , which is openably and closably arranged at the opening.

[0077] In this embodiment, an openable and closable gate 115 is provided in the storage compartment 111. When the OBU compartment box 2 does not enter or exit the storage compartment 111, the gate 115 can close the opening to provide protection against dust. When the OBU compartment box 2 needs to enter or exit the storage compartment 111, the gate 115 opens the opening to allow the OBU compartment box 2 to enter or exit the storage compartment 111.

[0078] Optionally, when the OBU box 2 enters or exits the storage compartment 111 , the gate 115 can be opened manually.

[0079] Optionally, the upper side of the gate 115 can be rotatably connected to the top side wall of the opening so that the gate 115 can be flipped upward to open the opening. When the OBU compartment box 2 is pushed into the storage compartment 111, the OBU compartment box 2 can directly push the gate 115 to flip it inward to open the opening. After the OBU compartment box 2 completely enters the storage compartment 111, the gate 115 flips downward under the action of gravity to re-close the opening. The structure is simple and the operation is convenient.

[0080] In some embodiments, as Figure 3 As shown, the pressing mechanism 14 includes a drive motor 141, a cam 142, and a cam sensor 143. The cam 142 is configured to correspond to the position of the communication switch of the OBU compartment 2 in the storage compartment 111. The drive motor 141 and the cam 142 are in transmission connection with each other to drive the cam 142 to rotate to press or release the communication switch. The cam sensor 143 is configured to detect the rotation angle of the cam 142. The drive motor 141 and the cam sensor 143 are both in communication connection with the control mainboard 15.

[0081] In this embodiment, the drive motor 141 drives the cam 142 to rotate under the control of the control motherboard 15. The cam 142 is located at a position corresponding to the communication switch of the OBU compartment 2. When the raised structure of the cam 142 rotates to the side facing the communication switch, the raised structure presses the communication switch, keeping the communication function of the OBU compartment 2 open, facilitating the reader 13 to write information. When the raised structure of the cam 142 rotates and moves away from the communication switch, the communication switch is released, and the communication function of the OBU compartment 2 is turned off. The detection end of the cam sensor 143 faces the cam 142 to detect the rotation angle of the cam 142. This allows the control program on the control motherboard 15 to determine whether the rotation angle of the cam 142 is in place, allowing the control motherboard 15 to accurately control the drive motor 141 to drive the cam 142 to press or release the communication switch.

[0082] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the ETC self-service device 1 also includes a card reader 16, which is installed on the shell 11. The card reader 16 is communicated with the control motherboard 15. The card reader 16 is used to read the recorded information on the ETC card, and the interactive component 12 is also used to display the recorded information on the ETC card.

[0083] In this embodiment, by installing a card reader 16 on the shell 11, after completing the ETC processing, the user can place the ETC card taken out of the OBU compartment box 2 on the card reader 16. The card reader 16 can read the recorded information on the ETC card and transmit it to the control motherboard 15. The control motherboard 15 then controls the interactive component 12 to display the recorded information on the ETC card, so that the user can check whether the information on the ETC card is successfully written.

[0084] Specifically, the card reader 16 can use an inductive reading device, and the data can be read by placing the ETC card on the card reader 16; or, the card reader 16 can also use a card insertion reading interface, and the data can be read by inserting the ETC card into the reading interface.

[0085] In some embodiments, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a camera 17 is also installed on the shell 11, and the camera 17 is communicatively connected to the control main board 15. The camera 17 can be used to monitor the front of the ETC self-service device 1 to prevent anyone from damaging or stealing the ETC self-service device 1. At the same time, the camera 17 can also be used for users to collect image information when needed, such as taking photos or facial recognition.

[0086] Finally, it should be noted that the above embodiments are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present invention, rather than to limit it. Although the present invention has been described in detail with reference to the aforementioned embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that they can still modify the technical solutions described in the aforementioned embodiments, or make equivalent replacements for some of the technical features therein. However, these modifications or replacements do not deviate the essence of the corresponding technical solutions from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the various embodiments of the present invention.

Claims

1. An ETC self-service device, characterized in that: include: A housing is provided on the housing, wherein the housing has an opening communicating with the outside, and the housing is used to accommodate an OBU box with an ETC card inserted therein; An interactive component, the interactive component being installed on the housing and configured to receive externally input card writing information and operation instructions; A reader / writer, the reader / writer being mounted on the housing and configured to communicate with the OBU box in the storage compartment; A pressing mechanism, the pressing mechanism being mounted on the housing and configured to press a communication switch of the OBU box to activate a communication function of the OBU box; A control mainboard is installed on the housing and is respectively connected to the interactive component, the reader and the pressing mechanism for communication.

2. The ETC self-service device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The interactive component includes an operation screen; the operation screen is communicatively connected to the control mainboard; the operation screen is mounted on the housing, and the operation screen is used to display an operation interface for the user to perform touch operations; And / or, the interactive component also includes a communication module, which is communicatively connected to the control main board; the communication module is installed in the shell, and the communication module is used to communicate with an external device to receive external input card writing information and operation instructions.

3. The ETC self-service device according to claim 1, characterized in that: A clamping mechanism and a driving mechanism are provided in the accommodating chamber; The clamping mechanism can switch between a locked state and an unlocked state. In the locked state, the clamping mechanism clamps the OBU box. In the unlocked state, the clamping mechanism releases the OBU box; The driving mechanism is communicatively connected to the control main board and is transmission-connected to the clamping mechanism to drive the clamping mechanism to switch between the locked state and the unlocked state.

4. The ETC self-service device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The clamping mechanism includes a bracket and at least two clamping jaws; The bracket is installed in the accommodating cabin; The two clamping jaws are both rotatably arranged on the bracket, and the two clamping jaws are arranged opposite to each other; the output end of the driving mechanism is transmission-connected with the two clamping jaws to drive the two clamping jaws to close or expand.

5. The ETC self-service device according to claim 4, characterized in that: Each of the clamping jaws includes a clamping portion, a connecting portion and a driving portion connected in sequence; the clamping mechanism also includes a first elastic member; The two clamping parts are arranged opposite to each other, the connecting part is rotatably connected to the bracket, and the driving part extends from the connecting part to between the two clamping claws; one end of the first elastic member is connected to one of the clamping parts, and the other end is connected to the other clamping part; in the unlocked state, the first elastic member is in a stretched state; In the locked state, the first elastic member is in a natural state; The driving mechanism includes a driving member and a push rod, the driving member is connected to the push rod in a transmission manner, the push rod is in contact with both driving parts, and the driving member is used to drive the push rod to push the two driving parts to move, so as to cooperate with the first elastic member to expand or close the two clamping parts.

6. The ETC self-service device according to claim 5, characterized in that: Each of the clamping portions is provided with a hook portion at one end facing the opening, and the hook portion extends from the clamping portion to between the two clamping claws; In the locked state, the hook portion is used to abut against a side of the OBU box facing the opening; A guide slope is formed on a side of the hook portion facing the opening, and the guide slope gradually inclines toward between the two clamping jaws along a direction away from the opening.

7. The ETC self-service device according to claim 3, characterized in that: Also included is an ejection mechanism, the ejection mechanism including a push plate and a second elastic member; The push plate is slidably disposed in the accommodating chamber, one end of the second elastic member is connected to the housing, and the other end of the second elastic member is connected to the push plate; In the locked state, the push plate is used to abut against a side of the OBU magazine away from the opening, and the second elastic member is deformed to generate a force on the push plate toward the opening.

8. The ETC self-service device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The storage chamber is further provided with a gate, and the gate is arranged at the opening in an openable and closable manner.

9. The ETC self-service device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The pressing mechanism includes a driving motor, a cam and a cam sensor; The cam is used to correspond to the position of the communication switch of the OBU box in the storage compartment; the drive motor is connected to the cam to drive the cam to rotate to press or release the communication switch; the cam sensor is used to detect the rotation angle of the cam; The driving motor and the cam sensor are both communicatively connected to the control main board.

10. The ETC self-service device according to claim 1, characterized in that: It also includes a card reader, which is installed on the shell and is communicatively connected to the control main board. The card reader is used to read the recorded information on the ETC card, and the interactive component is also used to display the recorded information on the ETC card.

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