Intelligent internet-of-things reading desk for library
By designing a receiving slot and support structure on the library reading table, the problem of poor adaptability of the display control unit was solved, thus achieving the concealment and protection of the display control unit and improving safety and practicality.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Utility models(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- CANGZHOU MEDICAL COLLEGE
- Filing Date
- 2025-01-24
- Publication Date
- 2026-04-21
AI Technical Summary
The existing display control units on library reading tables have poor adaptability, are easily damaged by accidental touches, and are not very practical.
A smart IoT reading table for libraries was designed. By setting a accommodating slot on the tabletop, the supporting structure tilts downwards to be flush with the tabletop when the display control unit is not in use, thus hiding the display control unit. The accompanying control module is used to search for and record book borrowing information.
This reduces the space required for the display control unit, avoids damage caused by accidental contact, and improves safety and practicality.
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Abstract
Description
Technical Field
[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of smart IoT technology, specifically relating to a smart IoT reading table for libraries. Background Technology
[0002] The Internet of Things (IoT), also known as the Smart Internet of Things, is a product of the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies, and is growing into a promising emerging field. The Smart IoT is a technology that combines the physical and digital worlds through IoT technology to achieve intelligent management and control.
[0003] In existing technologies, to facilitate book borrowing, libraries typically add Internet of Things (IoT) modules to their reading tables. This allows borrowers to easily check the location and status of books or engage in electronic reading. However, this module involves a display control unit (including a screen), which is usually fixed to the reading table, occupying considerable space. Furthermore, its protective features are poor, and it is susceptible to damage from accidental contact during prolonged use, resulting in limited practicality. Utility Model Content
[0004] This utility model provides a smart IoT reading table for libraries, which aims to solve the problem of poor adaptability of the display control unit on existing reading tables.
[0005] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution adopted by this utility model is: to provide a smart IoT reading table for libraries, comprising:
[0006] The table body has a horizontally set tabletop at the top and a receiving groove through which the top of the tabletop passes;
[0007] The support structure is rotatably connected to the table body, and has a flat part corresponding to the receiving slot and a mounting position on the back of the flat part for fixed connection of the display control unit. The support structure is used to tilt downwards and rotate the flat part to be flush with the tabletop when the display control unit is not in use, and to hide the display control unit in the receiving slot.
[0008] The accompanying control module is electrically connected to the support structure and is used to locate the books that need to be borrowed and to record the books that have already been borrowed.
[0009] In one possible implementation, the support structure includes:
[0010] A flip-up frame is rotatably disposed within the receiving groove, with the rotation axis arranged horizontally. The flip-up frame is provided with the flat portion and the mounting position. The flip-up frame has a working state and a retracted state. When the flip-up frame is in the working state, the flat portion is perpendicular to the desktop. When the flip-up frame is in the retracted state, the flat portion is flush with the receiving groove.
[0011] A positioning structure is provided on the desktop to fix the working state and the retracted state of the flip frame.
[0012] In one possible implementation, the direction of the rotation axis of the tilting frame is defined as the first direction, and the direction that is perpendicular to the first direction and horizontally set is defined as the second direction.
[0013] The positioning structure includes:
[0014] Two sliding rails are provided, and the two sliding rails are spaced apart on both sides of the receiving groove along the first direction. Each sliding rail is fixed on the tabletop.
[0015] Two sliding blocks are provided, and the two sliding blocks are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the two sliding tracks. Each sliding block is slidably arranged on the corresponding sliding track along the second direction.
[0016] A slider is provided along the first direction and slidably provided along the second direction, with each end of the slider connected to one of the two slider blocks;
[0017] A positioning block is disposed on the sliding bar and is used to slide with the sliding bar. When the flipping frame is in the working state, it is inserted into the flipping frame to fix the position of the flipping frame.
[0018] The flipping frame is provided with a slot for inserting the positioning block.
[0019] In one possible implementation, the support structure further includes a dust cover that is slidably disposed on the desktop along the first direction, and is used to slide to the top of the flip frame to protect the flip frame when the flip frame is in the retracted state.
[0020] The desktop is provided with a sliding groove for the dust cover to slide.
[0021] In one possible implementation, the table body includes:
[0022] A support plate is horizontally positioned, with its top end forming the desktop.
[0023] The support leg is provided in multiple parts, and each support leg is evenly arranged at the bottom end of the support plate.
[0024] In one possible implementation, each of the sliding blocks and the corresponding sliding track is provided with damping.
[0025] In one possible implementation, a sealing strip is provided at the edge of the dust cover.
[0026] In this implementation, compared with the prior art, a table body is provided, and the support structure can be rotatably mounted in the receiving slot on the tabletop. When the display control unit is not in use, the support structure can be tilted downwards until the flat part is flush with the tabletop, so as to hide the display control unit on the mounting position in the receiving slot. This can reduce the usable space and avoid damage to the display control unit due to accidental bumping. It has high safety and good practicality. Attached Figure Description
[0027] Figure 1 A schematic diagram of the structure of the smart IoT reading table for libraries provided in this embodiment of the utility model. Figure 1 ;
[0028] Figure 2 for Figure 1 Enlarged structural diagram at point A;
[0029] Figure 3 A schematic diagram of the structure of the smart IoT reading table for libraries provided in this embodiment of the utility model. Figure 1 two;
[0030] Explanation of reference numerals in the attached figures:
[0031] 10. Table body; 11. Receiving slot; 12. Support plate; 13. Support leg; 20. Load-bearing structure; 21. Flip frame; 22. Positioning structure; 221. Sliding rail; 222. Sliding block; 223. Sliding strip; 224. Positioning block; 23. Dust cover; 30. Matching control module. Detailed Implementation
[0032] To make the technical problems, technical solutions, and beneficial effects of this utility model clearer, the present utility model will be further described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model.
[0033] Please refer to the following: Figures 1 to 3This invention describes the intelligent IoT reading table for libraries provided by this utility model. The intelligent IoT reading table for libraries includes a table body 10, a support structure 20, and a matching control module 30. The table body 10 has a horizontally positioned tabletop at its top and a receiving groove 11 extending through the tabletop. The support structure 20 is rotatably connected to the table body 10 and has a flat portion corresponding to the receiving groove 11 and a mounting position on the back of the flat portion for fixed connection to a display control unit. When the display control unit is not in use, the support structure 20 can be tilted downwards until the flat portion is flush with the tabletop, and the display control unit is hidden in the receiving groove 11. The matching control module 30 is electrically connected to the support structure 20 and is used to locate books to be borrowed and record already borrowed books.
[0034] Compared with the prior art, the smart IoT reading table for libraries provided in this embodiment has a table body 10. The support structure 20 can be rotatably mounted in the receiving groove 11 on the tabletop. When the display control unit is not in use, the flat part of the support structure 20 can be tilted downwards until the flat part is flush with the tabletop, so as to hide the display control unit on the mounting position in the receiving groove 11. This can reduce the space required and prevent the display control unit from being damaged by accidental contact. It has high safety and good practicality.
[0035] It should be noted that, regarding the Internet of Things (IoT), the display control unit is wirelessly connected to the IoT module in the library, enabling convenient access to the specific location and borrowing status of books, thus avoiding situations where the location of books is uncertain.
[0036] The control module 30 controls the support structure 20. The support structure 20 can be flipped by the drive shaft through the trigger unit set on the table body 10. The flipping adjustment of the support structure 20 is achieved by a chip set in the book. When the borrower places the book with the chip inside on the input module connected to the control module 30, the input module will input the book. When the book is returned to the bookshelf, the input module on the bookshelf will record the borrowing information of the book again.
[0037] In some embodiments, the aforementioned support structure 20 may adopt, as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 3 The structure shown. See also Figure 1 , Figure 3The support structure 20 includes a tilting frame 21 and a positioning structure 22. The tilting frame 21 is rotatably mounted in the receiving groove 11, with its rotation axis set horizontally. The tilting frame 21 has a flat portion and a mounting position. The tilting frame 21 has a working state and a retracted state. When the tilting frame 21 is in the working state, the flat portion is perpendicular to the tabletop. When the tilting frame 21 is in the retracted state, the flat portion is flush with the receiving groove 11. The positioning structure 22 is set on the tabletop to fix the tilting frame 21 in the working state and the retracted state.
[0038] The flip-up bracket 21 is rotatably mounted within the receiving slot 11. In the working state, it can be tilted and flipped onto the desktop, making the flat portion perpendicular to the desktop, thus activating the display control unit on the mounting position. In the retracted state, the flat portion is flush with the receiving slot 11 to prevent damage to the display control unit from accidental contact. The positioning structure 22 secures the flip-up bracket 21 in both the working and retracted states.
[0039] In some embodiments, the positioning structure 22 described above can be as follows: Figure 2 The structure shown. See also Figure 2 The direction of the rotation axis of the tilting frame 21 is set as the first direction, and the direction that is perpendicular to the first direction and horizontally set is set as the second direction.
[0040] The positioning structure 22 includes: a sliding rail 221, a sliding block 222, a sliding strip 223, and a positioning block 224. Two sliding rails 221 are provided, spaced apart on both sides of the receiving groove 11 along a first direction, and each sliding rail 221 is fixed to the tabletop. Two sliding blocks 222 are provided, each corresponding to one of the two sliding rails 221, and each sliding block 222 is slidably positioned on its corresponding sliding rail 221 along a second direction. The sliding strip 223 is positioned along the first direction and slides along the second direction, with each end of the sliding strip 223 connected to one of the two sliding blocks 222. The positioning block 224 is provided on the sliding strip 223 and slides with it. When the flipping frame 21 is in the working state, it is inserted into the flipping frame 21 to fix its position.
[0041] The flipping frame 21 is provided with a slot for the positioning block 224 to be inserted.
[0042] In some embodiments, the aforementioned support structure 20 may adopt, as follows: Figure 1 The structure shown. See also Figure 1 The support structure 20 also includes a dust cover 23, which is slidably disposed on the tabletop along the first direction and is used to slide to the top of the flip frame 21 to protect the flip frame 21 when the flip frame 21 is in the retracted state.
[0043] The desktop has a sliding groove for the dust cover 23 to slide.
[0044] The dust cover 23 can slide to the top of the flip frame 21 to protect the flip frame 21 when the flip frame 21 is in the retracted state.
[0045] The dust cover 23 can also be configured as a flip-top structure that tilts up and down.
[0046] In some embodiments, the table body 10 may adopt the following... Figure 1 , Figure 3 The structure shown. See also Figure 1 , Figure 3 The table body 10 includes a support plate 12 and support legs 13. The support plate 12 is horizontally positioned, and its top end forms the tabletop. Multiple support legs 13 are provided, and each support leg 13 is evenly distributed at the bottom end of the support plate 12.
[0047] The support plate 12 can be used by readers to place items, making it convenient for readers to read books. The support leg 13 can support the support plate 12.
[0048] In some embodiments, the sliding block 222 may be adopted as follows: Figure 1 , Figure 2 The structure shown. See also Figure 1 , Figure 2 Each sliding block 222 is provided with damping between itself and its corresponding sliding track 221.
[0049] Damped fastening is a fastening method that uses damping elements to enhance connection stability and prevent loosening. It can be achieved by adding damping rings or washers: adding damping rings to fasteners such as nuts and bolts or using structures with damping washers. Damped fastening is an existing technology and will not be elaborated on here.
[0050] In some embodiments, the sliding block 222 may be adopted as follows: Figure 1 The structure shown. See also Figure 1 A sealing strip is provided at the edge of the dust cover 23.
[0051] The sealing strip can be placed in the event of water spillage to prevent damage to the display control unit.
[0052] The above are merely preferred embodiments of the present utility model and are not intended to limit the present utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made within the spirit and principles of the present utility model should be included within the protection scope of the present utility model.
Claims
1. An intelligent internet of things reading table for library, characterized in that, include: The table body has a horizontally set tabletop at the top and a receiving groove through which the top of the tabletop passes; The support structure is rotatably connected to the table body, and has a flat part corresponding to the receiving slot and a mounting position on the back of the flat part for fixed connection of the display control unit. The support structure is used to tilt downwards and rotate the flat part to be flush with the tabletop when the display control unit is not in use, and to hide the display control unit in the receiving slot. The accompanying control module is electrically connected to the support structure and is used to locate the books that need to be borrowed and to record the books that have already been borrowed.
2. The smart IoT reading table for library of claim 1, wherein, The support structure includes: A flip-up frame is rotatably disposed within the receiving groove, with the rotation axis arranged horizontally. The flip-up frame is provided with the flat portion and the mounting position. The flip-up frame has a working state and a retracted state. When the flip-up frame is in the working state, the flat portion is perpendicular to the desktop. When the flip-up frame is in the retracted state, the flat portion is flush with the receiving groove. A positioning structure is provided on the desktop to fix the working state and the retracted state of the flip frame.
3. The smart IoT reading table for library of claim 2, wherein, The direction of the rotation axis of the flipping frame is defined as the first direction, and the direction that is perpendicular to the first direction and horizontally set is defined as the second direction; The positioning structure includes: Two sliding rails are provided, and the two sliding rails are spaced apart on both sides of the receiving groove along the first direction. Each sliding rail is fixed on the tabletop. Two sliding blocks are provided, and the two sliding blocks are arranged in a one-to-one correspondence with the two sliding tracks. Each sliding block is slidably arranged on the corresponding sliding track along the second direction. A slider is provided along the first direction and slidably provided along the second direction, with two slider blocks connected to each end of the slider; A positioning block is disposed on the sliding bar and is used to slide with the sliding bar. When the flipping frame is in the working state, it is inserted into the flipping frame to fix the position of the flipping frame. The flipping frame is provided with a slot for inserting the positioning block.
4. The smart IoT reading table for library of claim 3, wherein, The support structure also includes a dust cover, which is slidably disposed on the desktop along the first direction and is used to slide to the top of the flip frame to protect the flip frame when the flip frame is in the retracted state. The desktop is provided with a sliding groove for the dust cover to slide. 5.The intelligent library reading table of the Internet of Things according to claim 1, wherein, The table body includes: A support plate is horizontally positioned, with its top end forming the desktop. The support leg is provided in multiple parts, and each support leg is evenly arranged at the bottom end of the support plate. 6.The intelligent library reading table of smart connection according to claim 3, wherein, Each of the sliding blocks and its corresponding sliding track is provided with damping.
7. The smart IoT reading table for library of claim 4, wherein, The dust cover has a sealing strip at its edge.