Room card management equipment and device based on mobile terminal
By using mobile terminal devices with integrated near-field communication and data transmission modules in hotels, room card management can be made mobile and intelligent, solving the problem of insufficient convenience of traditional room card management and improving operational efficiency and customer experience.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- CN202520281081.0
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Filing Date
- 2025-02-21
- Publication Date
- 2025-12-19
- Estimated Expiration
- 2035-02-21
AI Technical Summary
Traditional hotel room key management relies on PCs and card readers, resulting in insufficient convenience and flexibility. Employees cannot handle room key matters anytime and anywhere, which may lead to front desk congestion, especially during peak check-in periods.
A mobile terminal device integrating a near-field communication module and a data transmission module is used to realize the mobility and intelligence of room card management. The near-field communication module writes and reads room card permission data and remotely connects with an external guest room management system to obtain permission data.
It improved the flexibility and efficiency of room card operation, reduced the impact of equipment failure on business, significantly shortened room card production time, and improved the hotel's service response speed and customer experience.
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Abstract
Description
TECHNICAL FIELD
[0001] The utility model relates to hotel equipment technical field especially is involved in a kind of room card management equipment and device based on mobile terminal. BACKGROUND
[0002] In traditional hotel operation, room card management mainly relies on the combination of PC card reader and hotel management system (PMS) to operate. Front desk staff enters guest order information (such as name, room number and length of stay, etc.) through PC, and then uses the card reader to write permission data into a blank room card. When the room card is lost, the guest information needs to be queried through the PC, and the room card is re-made after verifying the identity and canceling the original card permission. In addition, when querying guest information based on room card, it is also necessary to input the room card number on the PC or retrieve relevant data from the background database after reading the room card information through the card reader.
[0003] This operation mode relying on PC and card reader has the problem of insufficient convenience and flexibility. Staff cannot handle room card related matters anytime and anywhere, and need to return to the front desk to operate, increasing the time cost, especially during the peak period of check-in, which may cause congestion at the front desk. UTILITY MODEL CONTENT
[0004] In view of the above-mentioned shortcomings of the prior art, the purpose of the utility model is to provide a room card management device and device based on mobile terminal, aiming to improve the flexibility and efficiency of hotel room card operation and optimize the guest check-in and subsequent service experience.
[0005] To achieve the above-mentioned purpose, the utility model adopts the following technical solutions.
[0006] In the first aspect, the utility model provides a room card management device based on mobile terminal, which adopts the following technical solutions:
[0007] Mobile terminal device, the mobile terminal device is integrated with near field communication module and data transmission module;
[0008] Among them, the data transmission module is remotely connected to the external guest room management system for receiving guest room permission data;
[0009] The near field communication module includes a room card making unit, which is used to write the guest room permission data into the room card when receiving the electromagnetic induction of the room card.
[0010] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the near field communication module further includes a room card reading unit, which is used to read the guest room permission data in the room card when receiving the electromagnetic induction of the room card.
[0011] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the mobile terminal device further comprises a room card information display module, which is configured to display the room permission data read from the room card and / or the room permission data received from the external room management system.
[0012] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the mobile terminal device further comprises a card slot configured to hold the room card, and the card slot is arranged on the mobile terminal device close to the near field communication module.
[0013] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the mobile terminal device further comprises an image acquisition module configured to acquire facial information of a user.
[0014] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the mobile terminal device is further provided with a buffer configured to relieve impact on the device.
[0015] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the mobile terminal device further comprises a hardware detection module configured to detect a hardware state of the near field communication module.
[0016] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the hardware detection module is further configured to generate a warning signal for fault warning when a hardware fault of the near field communication module is detected.
[0017] Further, in the above-mentioned room card management device, the mobile terminal device further comprises a warning device configured to perform fault warning in response to the warning signal.
[0018] In the second aspect, the utility model provides a mobile device, the mobile device is integrated with the room card management device of any one of the above-mentioned first aspect.
[0019] In summary, compared with the prior art, the utility model has at least one of the following beneficial technical effects:
[0020] The utility model discloses a near field communication module and data transmission module are integrated, realize the mobile and intelligent of room card management, get rid of the dependence of traditional PC card reader on fixed equipment, make hotel staff can handle room card production and permission writing transaction anytime and anywhere. Utilize remote data connection to obtain room permission data, and the operation efficiency and flexibility are improved greatly, and the influence of equipment failure on business is reduced. Meanwhile, the room card production time is shortened significantly, and the service response speed and customer experience of hotel are improved, and the demand of modern hotel to diversified service scene is satisfied. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DRAWINGS
[0021] In order to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application, the following will briefly introduce the drawings needed to be used in the description of the embodiments. Obviously, the drawings in the following description are only some embodiments of the present application, and for those skilled in the art, other drawings can also be obtained from these drawings without creative labor.
[0022] Figure 1 Figure 1 is a partial sectional view of a specific embodiment of the mobile terminal-based room card management device of the present application.
[0023] Figure 2 Figure 1 is a partial sectional view of a specific embodiment of the mobile terminal-based room card management device of the present application.
[0024] Figure 3 Figure 1 is a partial sectional view of a specific embodiment of the mobile terminal-based room card management device of the present application.
[0025] Figure 4 Figure 1 is a partial sectional view of a specific embodiment of the mobile terminal-based room card management device of the present application. DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0026] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present application will be described clearly and completely below with reference to the drawings of the embodiments of the present application. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some of the embodiments of the present application, not all the embodiments. Based on the embodiments in the present application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative labor fall within the scope of the present application. In addition, it should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are only used to illustrate and explain the present application, and are not intended to limit the present application.
[0027] It should be noted that the description order of the following embodiments is not intended to limit the preferred order of the embodiments of the present application. Moreover, in the following embodiments, the description of each embodiment has its own emphasis, and the parts not described in detail in a certain embodiment can be referred to the related description of other embodiments.
[0028] The execution order of the method steps described in the embodiments of the present application can be executed according to the order described in the specific embodiments, or the execution order of each step can be adjusted on the premise of solving the technical problems according to actual needs, which will not be listed one by one here.
[0029] The embodiments of the present application provide a mobile terminal-based room card management device, comprising a mobile terminal device.
[0030] Specifically, the mobile terminal device includes, but is not limited to, the following device types: smart phones, tablets (Pads), special-purpose handheld terminals, smart wearable devices (such as smart watches or smart bracelets) with NFC functions, embedded mobile terminals (such as devices installed on hotel service trolleys), and other portable electronic devices.
[0031] Referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 , the mobile terminal device 100 is integrated with a near-field communication module 110 and a data transmission module 120.
[0032] Specifically, the mobile terminal device 100 has both near-field communication functions and data transmission capabilities in hardware design. Among them, the near-field communication module 110 (such as NFC) is used to realize wireless data interaction with the room card, reads or writes room card information through electromagnetic induction, supports low-power, high-speed short-range communication; and the data transmission module 120 is used for remote connection of the device and external systems (such as hotel room management system PMS), which can receive and synchronize room permission data through Wi-Fi, cellular mobile network or Bluetooth, etc. The integration of the two enables the mobile terminal device 100 to complete room card production and real-time acquisition of permission data at the same time, ensuring the efficiency and accuracy of the operation.
[0033] Among them, the data transmission module 120 is remotely connected to the external room management system for receiving room permission data.
[0034] Specifically, the data transmission module 120 establishes real-time data connection with the hotel's room management system (PMS) through Wi-Fi, cellular network (such as 4G / 5G) or local area network communication mode. After the connection is established, the data transmission module 120 can obtain room-related permission data from the PMS, such as room number, check-in duration, check-out time, elevator access permission, etc. During transmission, the room permission data can use encryption protocols (such as SSL / TLS) to ensure transmission security, and the received room permission data is temporarily stored in the device memory or encrypted storage area for subsequent room card writing operation.
[0035] Referring to Figure 3 , the near-field communication module 110 includes a room card production unit 111, which is used to write the room permission data into the room card when receiving electromagnetic induction of the room card.
[0036] Specifically, when the room card is close to the induction area of the near field communication module 110, the room card manufacturing unit 111 identifies the room card type (such as an IC card or a magnetic stripe card) and the initial state (such as whether it is formatted or whether there is residual data) through electromagnetic induction. After verification, the room card manufacturing unit 111 writes the room permission data (such as room number, validity period, elevator permission, etc.) obtained from the data transmission module 120 into the storage chip of the room card according to the preset encryption protocol, and the writing process usually takes 1-2 seconds.
[0037] Further, referring to Figure 3 , the near field communication module 110 further comprises a room card reading unit 112, which is used to read the room permission data in the room card when receiving electromagnetic induction of the room card.
[0038] Specifically, when the room card contacts or is close to the induction area of the near field communication module 110, the room card reading unit 112 is automatically activated through electromagnetic induction, and can simultaneously identify the room card type and its storage structure. The room card reading unit 112 extracts the room permission data stored in the room card, such as room number, check-in validity period, elevator access permission, etc. During the reading process, the room permission data is transmitted to the mobile terminal device 100 through an encrypted communication channel.
[0039] Further, referring to Figure 1 , the mobile terminal device 100 further comprises a room card information display module 130.
[0040] The room card information display module 130 is used to display the room permission data read from the room card and / or the room permission data received from the external room management system.
[0041] Specifically, the room card information display module 130 obtains and analyzes the room permission data, such as room number, check-in date, check-out date, permission range, etc., through real-time interaction with the room card reading unit 112 or the data transmission module 120. The room card information display module 130 displays the analyzed data on the mobile terminal screen in a friendly interface, and the interface can provide different view modes according to the use scene, such as briefly displaying key information or detailedly displaying complete permission data. The room card information display module 130 is also used to support data display in the external room management system, which can be remotely obtained and displayed through the data transmission module 120.
[0042] Further, referring to Figure 1 , the mobile terminal device 100 further comprises a card slot 140 for placing the room card, and the card slot 140 is arranged on the mobile terminal device 100 close to the near field communication module 110.
[0043] Specifically, the card slot 140 is designed on the shell of the mobile terminal device 100, close to the built-in near field communication module 110, to ensure that the room card can form effective electromagnetic induction with the NFC module after being inserted. The structure of the card slot 140 can adopt an embedded design, and the inner wall is provided with a flexible card position assembly for fixing the room card and preventing sliding, while avoiding physical damage to the chip of the room card. The opening size of the card slot 140 is compatible with the standard size of common room cards, ensuring that different types of room cards (such as IC cards or magnetic stripe cards) can be normally inserted. To further optimize the user experience, the card slot 140 can be equipped with an induction detection function, which automatically activates the near field communication module when the room card is inserted, starts the data reading or writing operation, and improves the convenience and efficiency of the operation.
[0044] Further, referring to Figure 1 , the mobile terminal device 100 further includes an image acquisition module 150 for acquiring facial information of a user.
[0045] The image acquisition module 150 is arranged at the front position of the mobile terminal device 100 and is arranged at the top of the room card information display module 130 according to the embodiment, so that the user can conveniently align the face when normally holding or operating the device. The image acquisition module 150 can adopt a high-definition camera, support real-time image capture, and combine a face recognition algorithm to acquire and analyze the facial features of the user. To improve the recognition accuracy, the image acquisition module 150 can be integrated with an infrared camera or a 3D depth sensor to support face information acquisition in complex light environments.
[0046] Further, referring to Figure 1 , the mobile terminal device 100 is further provided with a buffer 170 around the device for relieving impact.
[0047] Specifically, the buffer 170 is arranged at the four peripheral edge positions of the mobile terminal device 100 and is made of a flexible material (such as silicone, rubber or polyurethane) to absorb and disperse external impact force, thereby effectively protecting the device. The buffer 170 is designed to closely fit the device shell, but slightly protrudes above the device surface, so as to preferentially contact the ground when the device falls, avoiding direct impact on the screen and main components. The buffer 170 can be fixed by a modular embedded method, facilitating replacement or maintenance. In order to improve portability and durability, the buffer 170 can also be designed with anti-slip texture on the surface to enhance the stability of holding the device, and different colors or textures can be provided according to the overall appearance of the device, taking into account the protection function and aesthetic needs.
[0048] Further, referring to Figure 1 and 4 , the mobile terminal device 100 further includes a hardware detection module 160.
[0049] The hardware detection module 160 is configured to detect the hardware state of the near field communication module 110 and generate a reminder signal for fault warning when a hardware fault of the near field communication module 110 is detected. The mobile terminal device 100 further comprises a warning device 180 configured to perform fault reminding in response to the reminder signal.
[0050] The hardware detection module 160 periodically detects the hardware working state of the near field communication module 110, including key performance parameters such as power supply, signal strength, and data transmission capability of the module. When an abnormality (such as electromagnetic signal interruption, module failure, or data transmission abnormality) is detected, the hardware detection module 160 immediately generates a fault warning signal and performs fault reminding through the warning device 180. In addition, the hardware detection module 160 can trigger a sound alarm or vibration to remind the operator and provide quick guidance steps, such as suggesting to restart the device or contact technical support.
[0051] The room card management device realizes comprehensive mobilization and intelligentization of room card production, reading, and permission management by integrating the near field communication module 110 and the data transmission module 120 of the mobile terminal device 100. The device significantly improves the operation convenience, enabling employees to complete room card-related transactions anytime and anywhere without relying on fixed PC devices. The overall technical effect improves the service response speed and customer experience of the hotel, promoting the improvement of the intelligent management level of the hotel.
[0052] The utility model embodiment further discloses a mobile device.
[0053] The mobile device is integrated with the room card management device in any one of the above embodiments.
[0054] The mobile device includes but is not limited to mobile robots, mobile carts, unmanned service vehicles, hotel service robots, portable handheld terminals, embedded room card management devices, room card management modules installed on smart luggage carts, etc. These devices are integrated with the room card management device in any one of the above embodiments and can be flexibly applied in different scenarios. For example, mobile robots and unmanned service vehicles can autonomously navigate to customer locations for room card operations, mobile carts can conveniently complete room card management during room service, and handheld terminals and embedded devices are suitable for more portable or fixed room card management needs. This diversified implementation further enhances the applicability and scenario flexibility of the room card management device, adapting to service needs in multiple scenarios of the hotel.
[0055] The above examples are only used to illustrate the technical solutions of the present application, and are not intended to limit them; although the present application has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing examples, those skilled in the art should understand that the technical solutions recorded in the foregoing examples can still be modified, or some technical features therein can be replaced by equivalents; and these modifications or replacements do not make the essence of the corresponding technical solutions deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of the present application.
Claims
1. A mobile terminal-based room card management apparatus, characterized by comprising: The application relates to a mobile terminal device (100) integrated with a near field communication module (110) and a data transmission module (120). The data transmission module (120) is remotely connected to an external guest room management system for receiving guest room permission data. The near field communication module (110) comprises a room card manufacturing unit (111) for writing the guest room permission data into the room card when electromagnetic induction of the room card is received. The near field communication module (110) further comprises a room card reading unit (112) for reading the guest room permission data in the room card when electromagnetic induction of the room card is received.
2. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The mobile terminal device (100) further comprises a room card information display module (130) for displaying the guest room permission data read from the room card and / or the guest room permission data received by the external guest room management system.
3. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The mobile terminal device (100) further comprises a card slot (140) for placing the room card, which is arranged on the mobile terminal device (100) close to the near field communication module (110).
4. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The mobile terminal device (100) further comprises an image acquisition module (150) for acquiring facial information of a user.
5. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 1, characterized by The mobile terminal device (100) is further provided with a buffer (170) for relieving impact of the device.
6. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The mobile terminal device (100) further comprises a hardware detection module (160) for detecting the hardware state of the near field communication module (110).
7. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 1, wherein The hardware detection module (160) is further used for generating an alarm signal for fault alarm when a hardware fault of the near field communication module (110) is detected.
8. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 7, characterized by The mobile terminal device (100) further comprises an alarm device (180) for alarming the fault in response to the alarm signal.
9. The housing card management apparatus according to claim 8, wherein The mobile device is integrated with the room card management device as claimed in any one of claims 1-9.
10. A mobile device, characterized by