Telescopic device for highway toll station mixed lane payment system

By installing a retractable payment system at highway toll stations, the problem of QR code payment devices affecting traffic speed has been solved, enabling convenient payment and safe passage.

CN223511872UActive Publication Date: 2025-11-04HENAN COMM INVESTMENT GRP CO LTD SANMENXIA BRANCH
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Patent Information

Application Number
CN202423276120.2
Authority / Receiving Office
CN · China
Patent Type
Utility models(China)
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-12-30
Publication Date
2025-11-04
Estimated Expiration
2034-12-30

AI Technical Summary

Technical Problem

The existing QR code payment devices at highway toll stations are installed on the side of the road, which makes it inconvenient for drivers to park, easily causing traffic congestion and accidents, and affecting traffic speed.

Method used

Design a scalable payment system device. By installing a telescopic structure on the base, the payment system can be controlled to move horizontally next to the vehicle for easy payment.

Benefits of technology

It improved vehicle traffic speed, reduced the accident rate, and enhanced payment convenience.

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Abstract

The utility model relates to the technical field of highway toll, and discloses a telescopic device for a highway toll station mixed lane payment system, which comprises a seat plate, a telescopic structure fixed on the seat plate, and a payment system arranged at the front end of the telescopic structure, the telescopic structure comprises a fixed seat and a first end sliding module which are arranged on the seat plate at an interval, a connecting seat and a second end sliding module which are arranged on the front plate at an interval, and a first movable part and a second movable part which are arranged in a crossed manner and can rotate relatively; the side face of the fixing base is fixedly connected with a pushing part, and the movable end of the pushing part is fixedly connected with the first end sliding module. The telescopic structure is mounted on the base, the payment system is mounted at the front end of the telescopic structure, and the telescopic structure controls the payment system to horizontally move to the side of a vehicle, so that payment is facilitated.
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Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of highway toll collection technology, specifically to a retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at highway toll stations. Background Technology

[0002] With the increasing number of vehicles on the road, traffic flow on highways is gradually increasing, especially during holidays when highway toll stations are prone to congestion. Although ETC (Electronic Toll Collection) is convenient, some vehicles still use manual toll lanes, requiring manual payment. With the popularization of mobile payment, vehicle payments are now mostly made by scanning QR codes. To avoid affecting traffic flow, existing highway toll scanners are generally installed on the side of the road. This type of payment is inconvenient because drivers need to park close to the roadside to scan the scanner. If the driver is skilled, it's fine, but many drivers are not, which can easily lead to parking in the wrong place or wasting time. Some vehicles may even scrape against the curb or other structures at the toll station. This inconvenience of QR code payment greatly affects the speed of traffic flow. Therefore, a retractable QR code scanner is needed. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to overcome the shortcomings of the existing technology and provide a retractable device for a payment system in a mixed lane at a highway toll station. By installing a retractable structure on the base and installing the payment system at the front end of the retractable structure, the retractable structure controls the payment system to move horizontally next to the vehicle for easy payment.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution: a retractable device for a payment system for a mixed lane at a highway toll station, comprising a base plate, a telescopic structure fixed on the base plate, and a payment system disposed at the front end of the telescopic structure;

[0005] The telescopic structure is connected to a front panel at the front end, and the payment system is fixedly installed on the front panel.

[0006] The telescopic structure includes a fixed seat and a first end sliding module spaced apart on the base plate, a connecting seat and a second end sliding module spaced apart on the front plate, and a first movable member and a second movable member that are arranged crosswise and can rotate relative to each other; the first end sliding module and the second end sliding module have the same structure.

[0007] One end of the first movable component is rotatably connected to the first end sliding module, and the other end is rotatably connected to the connecting seat; one end of the second movable component is rotatably connected to the fixed seat, and the other end is rotatably connected to the second end sliding module.

[0008] A pushing component is fixedly connected to the side of the fixed base, and the movable end of the pushing component is fixedly connected to the first end sliding module.

[0009] Furthermore, the first end sliding module includes a first limiting strip fixed to the base plate, a first moving block slidably connected to the first limiting strip, and a first movable seat fixedly connected to the first moving block; the first movable seat is rotatably connected to a connecting shaft, one end of the first movable member is rotatably connected to the first movable seat through the connecting shaft; the other end of the first movable member is rotatably connected to the connecting seat; the fixed seat is rotatably connected to one end of the second movable member, and the other end of the second movable member is rotatably connected to the second end sliding module.

[0010] Furthermore, the actuating component is an electric push rod, and the movable end of the electric push rod is fixedly connected to the first movable seat.

[0011] Furthermore, symmetrical limit grooves are formed on both sides of the first limiting strip, and the two sides of the first moving block are bent downward to form slide bars that protrude into the limit grooves, and the slide bars cooperate with the limit grooves.

[0012] Furthermore, a support shaft is provided through the middle of the first movable member and the middle of the second movable member.

[0013] Furthermore, a corrugated sleeve is fixedly installed on the seat plate, and the other end of the corrugated sleeve is fixedly connected to the front plate; the corrugated sleeve is hollow, and the telescopic structure is located inside the corrugated sleeve.

[0014] Furthermore, a side plate is provided on the seat plate around the outside of the corrugated sleeve.

[0015] Furthermore, the seat plate has a cable inlet, and the front plate has a cable outlet.

[0016] The beneficial effects of this utility model are: the device is installed on a pole, wall or other building at the same height as the driver's cab. The device includes a base. By installing a telescopic structure on the base and a payment system at the front end of the telescopic structure, the telescopic structure can control the payment system to move horizontally to the side of the vehicle according to the vehicle's stopping position, which facilitates payment. At the same time, it increases the vehicle's passage speed and reduces the accident rate. Attached Figure Description

[0017] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure without the side panels and front panel.

[0018] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of a corrugated sleeve structure;

[0019] Figure 3 This is a 3D view of the telescopic structure;

[0020] Figure 4 This is a front view of the telescopic structure;

[0021] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the front-end limiting structure;

[0022] Figure 6 A schematic diagram of the structure without the side panels;

[0023] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the rear view of the seat plate structure.

[0024] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the front panel structure.

[0025] In the diagram: 1. Seat plate; 2. Cable inlet; 3. Side plate; 4. Front plate; 5. Cable outlet; 6. Corrugated sleeve; 7. Fixed seat; 8. Electric push rod; 9. First movable component; 10. First movable seat; 11. Connecting shaft; 12. First moving block; 13. First limiting strip; 14. Support shaft; 15. Connecting seat; 16. Second movable component; 17. Second movable seat; 18. Second moving block; 19. Second limiting strip; 20. Limiting groove. Detailed Implementation

[0026] The technical solutions of the present utility model will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present utility model, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present utility model, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the protection scope of the present utility model.

[0027] The directional terms mentioned in this utility model, such as "up", "down", "front", "back", "left", "right", "inner", "outer", "side", "top" and "bottom", are only for reference to the orientation of the accompanying drawings. The directional terms used are for the purpose of explaining and understanding this utility model, and are not intended to limit this utility model.

[0028] Example:

[0029] like Figures 1-8 As shown, a retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station includes a seat plate 1, a telescopic structure fixed to the front side of the seat plate 1, and a payment system disposed at the front end of the telescopic structure; the seat plate 1 is approximately at a suitable height for passengers in vehicles to scan codes for payment, and the seat plate 1 is fixed to a pole, wall, or other building specially installed at the toll station.

[0030] The telescopic structure is connected to the front panel 4 at the front end, and the payment system is fixedly installed on the front side of the front panel 4.

[0031] The telescopic structure includes a fixed seat 7 and a first end sliding module spaced apart on the seat plate 1, a connecting seat 15 and a second end sliding module spaced apart on the front plate 4, and a first movable member 9 and a second movable member 16 arranged crosswise and capable of relative rotation; the first end sliding module and the second end sliding module have the same structure.

[0032] One end of the first movable component 9 is rotatably connected to the first end sliding module, and the other end is rotatably connected to the connecting seat 15; one end of the second movable component 16 is rotatably connected to the fixed seat 7, and the other end is rotatably connected to the second end sliding module.

[0033] A pushing component is fixedly connected to the side of the fixed base 7, and the movable end of the pushing component is fixedly connected to the first end sliding module.

[0034] like Figure 1 , Figure 4 and Figure 8 As shown, since the entire device is fixed to the pole or wall of the toll station and extends and retracts in the horizontal direction, the position of the seat plate 1 is defined as the rear end of the device, and the position of the front plate 4 is defined as the front end, so the left and right positions can be determined at the same time.

[0035] The first end sliding module includes a first limiting strip 13 fixed on the base plate 1, a first moving block 12 slidably connected to the first limiting strip 13, and a first movable seat 10 fixedly connected to the first moving block 12; the first movable seat 10 is rotatably connected to a connecting shaft 11, one end of the first movable member 9 is rotatably connected to the first movable seat 10 through the connecting shaft 11; the other end of the first movable member 9 is rotatably connected to the connecting seat 15; the fixed seat 7 is rotatably connected to one end of the second movable member 16 through a pin, and the other end of the second movable member 16 is rotatably connected to the second end sliding module.

[0036] The second end sliding module includes a second limiting strip 19 fixed to the rear side of the front plate 4, a second moving block 18 slidably connected to the second limiting strip 19, and a second movable seat 17 fixedly connected to the second moving block 18; the other end of the second movable member 16 is also rotatably connected to the second movable seat 17 through a connecting shaft 11; structurally, the first moving block 12 corresponds to the second moving block 18, the first limiting strip 13 corresponds to the second limiting strip 19, and the first movable seat 10 corresponds to the second movable seat 17; the other end of the first movable member 9 corresponds to the fixed seat 7 front to back, and the first end sliding module corresponds to the second end sliding module front to back.

[0037] The pushing component is an electric push rod 8, the movable end of which is fixedly connected to the first movable seat 10, and pushes it to move on the first limit bar 13.

[0038] The first limiting strip 13 has symmetrical limiting grooves 20 on both sides. The first moving block 12 is bent downward on both sides to form a sliding strip that protrudes into the limiting groove 20. The sliding strip cooperates with the limiting groove 20 and can slide freely in the limiting groove 20.

[0039] The middle part of the first movable member 9 and the middle part of the second movable member 16 are respectively provided with the same support shaft 14, and the two are rotatably connected by the support shaft 14.

[0040] A corrugated sleeve 6 is fixedly installed on the seat plate 1, and the other end of the corrugated sleeve 6 is fixedly connected to the front plate 4. The corrugated sleeve 6 is hollow and has both ends connected. The telescopic structure is located inside the corrugated sleeve 6. The corrugated sleeve 6 is set to protect the telescopic structure and for aesthetic purposes. The corrugated sleeve 6 is made of rubber and has elasticity.

[0041] Side plates 3 are provided around the corrugated sleeve 6 on the seat plate 1. There are four side plates 3, which are located in the four directions of up, down, left and right, and are spliced ​​together in sequence. The front plate 4 is located in the space enclosed by the four side plates 3 and moves with the telescopic structure. The side plates 3 are provided to protect the corrugated sleeve 6 and the structure of the telescopic structure that is fixed to the seat plate 1. When the telescopic structure is retracted, the payment system and the telescopic structure can be completely within the space enclosed by the side plates 3.

[0042] The base plate 1 has an inlet 2 and the front plate 4 has an outlet 5. The line enters from the inlet 2 and is left for a certain length in the space enclosed by the side plate 3 to ensure the normal operation of the payment system during the telescopic structure's extension and retraction.

[0043] Working process: According to the vehicle parking position, the electric push rod 8 is activated. The electric push rod 8 retracts, driving the first movable seat 10 to move, which in turn drives the first movable block 12 to slide on the first limit strip 13 and move towards the fixed seat 7. Since the two ends of the first movable part 9 are connected to the first movable seat 10 and the connecting seat 15, and also due to the presence of the second movable part 16, and under the action of the support shaft 14, the second movable part 16 moves synchronously with the first movable part 9, and one end of each of the two movable parts begins to rise, pushing the front plate 4 forward, and at the same time driving the corrugated sleeve 6 to extend forward until the payment system panel is close to the vehicle and then stops. After the QR code payment is completed, the electric push rod 8 is controlled to extend, so that the first movable part 9 and the second movable part 16 move to a state parallel to the seat plate 1.

[0044] The above description is only used to illustrate the technical solution of this utility model and is not intended to limit it. Any other modifications or equivalent substitutions made by those skilled in the art to the technical solution of this utility model, as long as they do not depart from the spirit and scope of the technical solution of this utility model, should be covered within the scope of the claims of this utility model.

Claims

1. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station, characterized in that: It includes a seat plate (1), a telescopic structure fixed on the seat plate (1), and a payment system set at the front end of the telescopic structure; The telescopic structure is connected to a front plate (4) at its front end, and the payment system is fixedly installed on the front plate (4); The telescopic structure includes a fixed seat (7) and a first end sliding module spaced apart on the seat plate (1), a connecting seat (15) and a second end sliding module spaced apart on the front plate (4), and a first movable member (9) and a second movable member (16) arranged crosswise and capable of relative rotation. One end of the first movable part (9) is rotatably connected to the first end sliding module, and the other end is rotatably connected to the connecting seat (15); one end of the second movable part (16) is rotatably connected to the fixed seat (7), and the other end is rotatably connected to the second end sliding module; A pushing component is fixedly connected to the side of the fixed base (7), and the movable end of the pushing component is fixedly connected to the first end sliding module.

2. The retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The first end sliding module includes a first limiting strip (13) fixed on the base plate (1), a first moving block (12) slidably connected to the first limiting strip (13), and a first movable seat (10) fixedly connected to the first moving block (12); the first movable seat (10) is rotatably connected to a connecting shaft (11), one end of the first movable member (9) is rotatably connected to the first movable seat (10) through the connecting shaft (11); the other end of the first movable member (9) is rotatably connected to the connecting seat (15); the fixed seat (7) is rotatably connected to one end of the second movable member (16), and the other end of the second movable member (16) is rotatably connected to the second end sliding module; the first end sliding module and the second end sliding module have the same structure.

3. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 2, characterized in that: The pushing component is an electric push rod (8), and the movable end of the electric push rod (8) is fixedly connected to the first movable seat (10).

4. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 2, characterized in that: The first limiting strip (13) has symmetrical limiting grooves (20) on both sides. The first moving block (12) is bent downward on both sides and a sliding strip protruding into the limiting groove (20) is formed. The sliding strip cooperates with the limiting groove (20).

5. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 1, characterized in that: A support shaft (14) is provided through the middle of the first movable part (9) and the middle of the second movable part (16).

6. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 1, characterized in that: A corrugated sleeve (6) is fixedly installed on the seat plate (1), and the other end of the corrugated sleeve (6) is fixedly connected to the front plate (4); the corrugated sleeve (6) is hollow, and the telescopic structure is located inside the corrugated sleeve (6).

7. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 6, characterized in that: A side plate (3) is provided on the seat plate (1) around the outside of the corrugated sleeve (6).

8. A retractable device for a mixed lane payment system at a highway toll station according to claim 1, characterized in that: The seat plate (1) has an inlet (2), and the front plate (4) has an outlet (5).