Early warning system for a belt storage device and belt storage device

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of early warning system and storage belt device for storage belt device, belong to storage belt device application technical field, in the early warning system, the position of lower pulley set is detected in real time by being set distance sensor on storage belt device, and detection result is transmitted to control host computer to judge, when lower pulley set approaches or reaches preset dangerous distance, control early warning device issues early warning, to be able to real-time, accurate monitoring the position of lower pulley set, and timely issue early warning when it runs to non-safe area or exceed preset range, effectively avoid that storage belt device occurs tape jam, run off, equipment damage and other operating faults, improve production efficiency, reduce security risk and maintenance cost.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of application technology of tape storage devices, and in particular to an early warning system and tape storage device for use in tape storage devices. Background Technology

[0002] In existing tape storage devices, a common problem is the lack of an effective early warning mechanism for the position of the sliding pulley assembly. During operation, the positional change of the sliding pulley assembly is a crucial indicator of the device's normal functioning. However, due to the lack of real-time, accurate position monitoring and early warning for the sliding pulley assembly, operators often fail to notice when it moves into unsafe areas or exceeds preset limits. This can easily lead to operational malfunctions such as tape jamming, deviation, or even equipment damage. These malfunctions not only affect production efficiency and cause unnecessary downtime but also potentially create safety hazards and increase maintenance costs. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this utility model is to provide a belt storage device and its early warning system, which can monitor the position of the sliding pulley group in real time and accurately, and issue an early warning in a timely manner when it runs into an unsafe area or exceeds the preset range, thereby effectively avoiding operational failures such as belt jamming, deviation, and equipment damage, improving the efficiency of use, and thus having the advantages of reducing safety hazards and maintenance costs.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the technical solution of this utility model is as follows:

[0005] As one aspect of this application, a warning system for a belt storage device is provided. The belt storage device includes a fixed frame, a lifting mechanism mounted on the fixed frame, and a belt storage wheel assembly. The belt storage wheel assembly includes an upper pulley assembly and a lower pulley assembly. The upper pulley assembly is mounted on the top of the fixed frame, and the lower pulley assembly is slidably mounted on the lifting mechanism. The warning system includes:

[0006] A data acquisition terminal is mounted on a fixed frame and is connected to a control host mounted on the fixed frame via a wireless network or a wired network.

[0007] The data acquisition terminal is connected to a distance sensor, which is mounted on a fixed frame and located on the moving path of the sliding wheel assembly.

[0008] The distance sensor is used to detect the distance between itself and the lower roller assembly in real time, and transmits the detected distance to the control host through the data acquisition terminal;

[0009] The control host is used to determine the distance between the distance sensor and the sliding wheel assembly in real time, and to control the early warning device to issue an early warning when the real-time detection distance between the distance sensor and the sliding wheel assembly is less than or equal to a preset distance threshold.

[0010] Furthermore, the wireless network is one of 2G, 3G, 4G, WIFI network or Internet of Things.

[0011] Furthermore, the data acquisition terminal is also connected to a sliding wheel group detector, which is mounted on a fixed frame and located on the moving path of the sliding wheel group;

[0012] The lower wheel assembly detector is used to detect the signal of the lower wheel assembly moving upward by the lifting mechanism and passing through the lower wheel assembly detector, and to transmit the detected signal of the lower wheel assembly moving upward by the lifting mechanism and passing through the lower wheel assembly detector to the control host.

[0013] The control host, in conjunction with the sliding wheel group detector and distance sensor, performs position warning judgment of the sliding wheel group on the lifting mechanism.

[0014] Furthermore, the slide wheel assembly detector is an emergency stop switch.

[0015] Furthermore, the warning device is one or more of a vibrator, a buzzer, and a warning light.

[0016] Furthermore, the early warning system also includes:

[0017] At least one power supply unit is provided, which supplies power to the control host, data acquisition terminal, distance sensor and early warning device.

[0018] Furthermore, the control host is also connected to a display device, which is mounted on a fixed frame;

[0019] The display device is used to display at least the height of the lower roller assembly on the fixed frame and the lifting speed of the lower roller assembly on the lifting mechanism.

[0020] Furthermore, the control host is also connected to an AI camera, which is mounted on the top of the mounting bracket;

[0021] The AI ​​camera is used to monitor the space surrounding the tape storage device;

[0022] The AI ​​camera is used to obtain video of the space surrounding the storage device and then transmit the monitoring video to the control host. The control host then transmits the monitoring video from the camera to the display device for display.

[0023] Furthermore, the AI ​​camera is also used to obtain at least video of the area surrounding the person and video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group and the lower pulley group;

[0024] The control host processes the video of the surrounding space area and the video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group and the lower pulley group to obtain the corresponding personnel position in the video of the surrounding space area containing the person and the packing strap status corresponding to the video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group and the lower pulley group. Based on the personnel position or the packing strap status, the host controls the working status of the packing device to start or stop.

[0025] As a second aspect of this application, there is a tape storage device that uses the early warning system described above.

[0026] This application discloses an early warning system and a belt storage device for use in a belt storage device. In this early warning system, a distance sensor is installed on the belt storage device to detect the position of the sliding roller assembly in real time, and the detection result is transmitted to the control host for judgment. When the sliding roller assembly approaches or reaches a preset danger distance, the control early warning device issues an early warning. This enables real-time and accurate monitoring of the position of the sliding roller assembly, and timely issuance of an early warning when it runs into an unsafe area or exceeds the preset range. This effectively avoids operational failures such as belt jamming, deviation, and equipment damage in the belt storage device, improves production efficiency, and reduces safety hazards and maintenance costs.

[0027] To better understand and implement this invention, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a tape storage device used in an early warning system for a tape storage device in this embodiment;

[0029] Figure 2 This is a system structure block diagram of an early warning system for a tape storage device in this embodiment.

[0030] Reference numerals: 1. Fixed frame; 2. Lifting mechanism; 3. Storage belt pulley group; 31. Upper pulley group; 32. Lower pulley group; 100. Data acquisition terminal; 200. Control host; 300. Distance sensor; 400. Lower pulley group detector; 500. Power supply unit; 600. Early warning device; 700. Display device; 800. AI camera. Detailed Implementation

[0031] To better illustrate the present invention, the invention will now be described in further detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0032] It should be understood that, in order to make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of the embodiments of this disclosure clearer, the technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this disclosure, and not all embodiments. The components of the embodiments of this disclosure described and shown in the accompanying drawings can generally be arranged and designed in various different configurations. Therefore, the following detailed description of the embodiments of this disclosure provided in the accompanying drawings is not intended to limit the scope of the claimed disclosure, but merely represents selected embodiments of this disclosure. All other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art based on the embodiments of this disclosure without inventive effort are within the scope of protection of this disclosure.

[0033] The following is a specific embodiment for illustration. In this embodiment:

[0034] Firstly, such as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, a warning system for a tape storage device is provided. The tape storage device includes a fixed frame 1, a lifting mechanism 2 and a tape storage wheel assembly 3 mounted on the fixed frame 1. The tape storage wheel assembly 3 includes an upper pulley assembly 31 and a lower pulley assembly 32. The upper pulley assembly 31 is mounted on the top of the fixed frame 1, and the lower pulley assembly 32 is slidably mounted on the lifting mechanism 2. The warning system includes:

[0035] A data acquisition terminal 100 is mounted on a fixed frame 1 and is connected to a control host 200 mounted on the fixed frame 1 via a wireless network or a wired network.

[0036] The data acquisition terminal 100 is connected to a distance sensor 300, which is mounted on the fixed frame 1 and located on the moving path of the sliding wheel assembly 32.

[0037] The distance sensor 300 is used to detect the distance between itself and the lower roller assembly 32 in real time, and transmits the detected distance to the control host 200 through the data acquisition terminal 100.

[0038] The control host 200 is used to determine the real-time detection distance between the distance sensor 300 and the lower roller assembly 32, and to control the early warning device 600 to issue an early warning when the real-time detection distance between the distance sensor 300 and the lower roller assembly 32 is less than or equal to a preset distance threshold.

[0039] In this embodiment, the operational reliability and safety of the belt storage device are improved by monitoring the position of the sliding wheel assembly 32 in real time and issuing a timely warning when it approaches a preset danger zone.

[0040] Among them, the data acquisition terminal 100 refers to the device responsible for collecting sensor data and performing preliminary processing or forwarding. It can be implemented using hardware platforms such as microcontroller units, programmable logic controllers or industrial PCs. Its main purpose is to centrally collect data from the distance sensor 300 and transmit it to the control host 200 to provide a data foundation for subsequent data processing and early warning judgment.

[0041] The distance sensor 300 can be implemented using ultrasonic sensors, laser rangefinders, infrared rangefinders, or encoders. Its main purpose is to monitor the position of the sliding wheel assembly 32 on the moving path in real time, obtain the distance data between it and the sensor, and provide direct evidence for determining whether the sliding wheel assembly 32 is close to a dangerous area.

[0042] By introducing a distance sensor 300 to detect the position of the sliding wheel assembly 32 in real time and transmitting the detection data to the control host 200 for judgment, when the detection distance is less than or equal to a preset distance threshold, the control warning device 600 issues a warning, thereby solving the problem of frequent product operation failures caused by the lack of position warning for the sliding wheel assembly 32 in the belt storage device, and achieving the effect of improving the reliability and safety of the belt storage device.

[0043] Specifically, the early warning system establishes a data acquisition terminal 100 and a control host 200 mounted on the mounting frame 1 of the tape storage device, and connects the data acquisition terminal 100 and the control host 200 via a network, thus constructing a basic infrastructure for data transmission and processing. A distance sensor 300 is mounted on the mounting frame 1, located on the movement path of the sliding wheel assembly 32, ensuring it can directly and continuously monitor the real-time position of the sliding wheel assembly 32. The distance sensor 300 detects its distance from the sliding wheel assembly 32 in real time and transmits this distance data to the control host 200 via the data acquisition terminal 100. Upon receiving the real-time distance data, the control host 200 compares it with a preset distance threshold. Once the real-time detected distance is less than or equal to the preset distance threshold, the control host 200 immediately issues a command to activate the early warning device 600. This series of coordinated actions enables the system to continuously monitor the position of the sliding wheel assembly 32 and issue an alarm when it approaches a preset danger zone, thereby preventing equipment failure caused by abnormal positioning of the sliding wheel assembly 32.

[0044] Based on the solution in this embodiment, the problem of frequent product malfunctions caused by the lack of position warning for the sliding roller assembly 32 in the tape storage device is solved. The system can monitor the position of the sliding roller assembly 32 in real time and issue a warning when it approaches a dangerous area, thereby avoiding equipment damage or operational interruption caused by abnormal position of the sliding roller assembly 32, and improving the operational reliability and safety of the tape storage device.

[0045] In this embodiment, preferably, the wireless network is one of 2G, 3G, 4G, WIFI network or Internet of Things.

[0046] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the data acquisition terminal 100 is also connected to a sliding wheel group detector 400, which is mounted on the fixed frame 1 and located on the moving path of the sliding wheel group 32.

[0047] The lower wheel assembly detector 400 is used to detect the signal of the lower wheel assembly 32 passing through the lower wheel assembly detector 400 when it moves upward using the lifting mechanism 2, and transmits the detected signal of the lower wheel assembly 32 passing through the lower wheel assembly detector 400 when it moves upward using the lifting mechanism 2 to the control host 200.

[0048] The control host 200, in conjunction with the lower wheel assembly detector 400 and the distance sensor 300, performs position warning judgment on the lower wheel assembly 32 on the lifting mechanism 2.

[0049] In this embodiment, the slide wheel detector 400 is an emergency stop switch.

[0050] Specifically, the early warning system, based on the existing real-time detection of the distance between the sliding wheel assembly 32 and itself using the distance sensor 300, further incorporates an emergency stop switch. The emergency stop switch is mounted on the fixed frame 1 and located on the movement path of the sliding wheel assembly 32. When the sliding wheel assembly 32 moves upward using the lifting mechanism 2 and passes the emergency stop switch, the detector generates a signal. This signal is transmitted to the control host 200. After receiving the signal from the emergency stop switch, the control host 200 performs a comprehensive analysis of it and the real-time distance data provided by the distance sensor 300. The distance sensor 300 continuously provides real-time position information of the sliding wheel assembly 32, primarily used to determine whether the sliding wheel assembly 32 is approaching or has reached a preset lower limit position. The emergency stop switch, on the other hand, provides a clear, event-triggered signal indicating whether the sliding wheel assembly 32 has risen to a critical point requiring special attention or action. Through this combination, the control host 200 can make a more comprehensive and accurate early warning judgment on the position of the lower roller assembly 32 on the lifting mechanism 2. For example, when the lower roller assembly 32 rises to the position of the emergency stop switch, a signal will be triggered. At the same time, the distance sensor 300 continuously transmits the detected distance data to the data acquisition terminal 100, and then the data acquisition terminal 100 transmits it to the control host 200. After receiving the trigger signal from the photoelectric switch, the control host 200, combined with the real-time distance data provided by the distance sensor 300, determines whether the lower roller assembly 32 has reached or exceeded the preset upper limit safety position. Once the early warning condition is determined to be met, the control host 200 can immediately control the early warning device 600, such as a buzzer and warning light, to issue an audible and visual warning or control the lower roller assembly 32 to stop urgently, thereby providing double protection for the safety of the lifting and lowering movement of the lower roller assembly 32.

[0051] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the early warning system also includes at least one power supply unit 500. For example, in this embodiment, the power supply unit 500 is a group. The power supply unit 500 is used to supply power to the control host 200, data acquisition terminal 100, distance sensor 300 and early warning device 600 to meet power supply requirements.

[0052] In this embodiment, as Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the control host 200 is also connected to a display device 700, which is mounted on the mounting bracket 1;

[0053] The display device 700 is used to display at least the height of the lower roller assembly 32 on the fixed frame 1 and the lifting speed of the lower roller assembly 32 on the lifting mechanism 2.

[0054] The display device 700 can be implemented using a liquid crystal display, an LED display, an OLED display, or a touch screen, etc.

[0055] Specifically, the introduction of display device 700 aims to provide real-time, intuitive visual feedback for the operation of the tape storage unit, thereby compensating for the shortcomings of existing early warning systems in monitoring operational status and enhancing operators' ability to understand the equipment's condition. The control host 200 not only uses the raw position data acquired by the distance sensor 300 to trigger early warnings but also further processes it into intuitive height and speed information, which is then presented on display device 700. This combination allows operators to observe operational trends and subtle changes, enabling intervention before potential problems escalate into warning events, thus improving their control over the tape storage unit's operational status.

[0056] Furthermore, the control host 200 is also connected to an AI camera 800, which is mounted on the top of the mounting bracket 1;

[0057] The AI ​​camera 800 is used to monitor the space surrounding the tape storage device;

[0058] The AI ​​camera 800 is used to transmit the video of the space surrounding the storage device to the control host 200 after obtaining the video. The control host 200 then transmits the video of the camera to the display device 700 for display.

[0059] Among them, AI Camera 800 refers to a camera that integrates artificial intelligence processing capabilities. It can be implemented using a smart camera with built-in image recognition chip, deep learning module or edge computing unit. Its purpose is to enable intelligent analysis of video content, thereby surpassing the traditional camera's function of only providing image acquisition.

[0060] Specifically, this solution enhances the perception of the surrounding environment of the tape storage device based on the existing early warning system. Simultaneously, the control host 200 is connected to a display device 700 to display numerical information such as the height and lifting speed of the sliding wheel assembly 32. Furthermore, this solution introduces a camera, specifically an AI camera 800, and connects it to the control host 200. The AI ​​camera 800 is mounted on top of the mounting frame 1, providing a wide field of view of the area surrounding the tape storage device. The AI ​​camera 800 continuously monitors this area, acquiring real-time video streams and transmitting this video data to the control host 200. The control host 200 then forwards the received video data to the display device 700 for real-time display. In this way, operators can not only view the numerical information and early warning status of the sliding wheel assembly 32 on the display device 700, but also intuitively observe the actual operating environment and surrounding conditions of the tape storage device.

[0061] This solution, which combines numerical data with real-time video monitoring, overcomes the limitations of relying solely on numerical information to understand the external environment and the overall visual status of the equipment. When the warning system is triggered, operators can quickly determine the specific cause of the anomaly through video footage, such as whether personnel have accidentally entered the area or whether there are obstructions, thus enabling them to take swift and effective countermeasures. The addition of this visual monitoring capability enhances the system's environmental awareness and the operators' situational awareness, making the operation management and emergency response of the storage device more efficient and accurate.

[0062] In this embodiment, the AI ​​camera 800 is also used to obtain at least video of the area surrounding the person and video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group 31 and the lower pulley group 32;

[0063] The control host 200 processes the video of the surrounding space area and the video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group 31 and the lower pulley group 32 to obtain the corresponding personnel position in the video of the surrounding space area containing the person and the packing strap status corresponding to the video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group 31 and the lower pulley group 32, and controls the working state of the packing device to start or stop according to the personnel position or the packing strap status.

[0064] Among them, the video of the surrounding space of people refers to the video stream captured by the AI ​​camera 800, which is used to monitor whether there are human activities in the environment around the storage device.

[0065] The video of the packing tape between the upper pulley group 31 and the lower pulley group 32 refers to the video stream of the packing tape inside the storage device, which is focused on by the AI ​​camera 800, as it moves between the upper and lower pulley groups 32.

[0066] Specifically, based on the existing early warning system, the functionality of the AI ​​camera 800 has been further enhanced, expanding its capabilities beyond simply providing general surveillance video. The AI ​​camera 800 is configured to acquire two video streams: one containing video of the surrounding space of people, used to monitor personnel activity around the storage device; and the other containing video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group 31 and the lower pulley group 32, used to monitor the packing strap's operational status. This video data is transmitted to the control host 200. Upon receiving this video, the control host 200 processes it. First, for the video of the surrounding space, the control host 200 uses visual analysis technology to identify and determine the location of personnel. Second, for the video of the packing strap, the control host 200 analyzes its operational status, determining whether the packing strap is functioning normally, jammed, or broken. Once the control host 200 detects personnel entering a dangerous area or an abnormal condition in the packing strap, it immediately and automatically issues a control command to the storage device based on these analysis results, changing its operating status from on to off.

[0067] By introducing visual analysis of personnel and packing tape status and directly linking it to equipment control, the system can respond promptly to potential hazards and equipment failures, thereby improving the operational safety and automation level of the packing tape device.

[0068] Secondly, a tape storage device is provided, which applies the aforementioned early warning system. Since the tape storage device applies the aforementioned early warning system, it possesses all the beneficial effects of the aforementioned early warning system, which will not be elaborated upon here.

[0069] As stated above, in this embodiment, an early warning system and a belt storage device are provided. In this early warning system, a distance sensor 300 is installed on the belt storage device to detect the position of the sliding roller assembly 32 in real time, and the detection result is transmitted to the control host 200 for judgment. When the sliding roller assembly 32 approaches or reaches a preset danger distance, the control early warning device 600 issues an early warning. This enables real-time and accurate monitoring of the position of the sliding roller assembly 32, and timely issuance of an early warning when it runs into an unsafe area or exceeds the preset range. This effectively avoids operational failures such as belt jamming, deviation, and equipment damage in the belt storage device, improves production efficiency, and reduces safety hazards and maintenance costs.

[0070] Finally, it should be noted that the above-described embodiments are merely specific implementations of this disclosure, used to illustrate the technical solutions of this disclosure, and not to limit them. The protection scope of this disclosure is not limited thereto. Although this disclosure has been described in detail with reference to the foregoing embodiments, those skilled in the art should understand that any person skilled in the art can still modify or easily conceive of changes to the technical solutions described in the foregoing embodiments, or make equivalent substitutions for some of the technical features within the scope of the technology disclosed in this disclosure. Such modifications, changes, or substitutions do not cause the essence of the corresponding technical solutions to deviate from the spirit and scope of the technical solutions of the embodiments of this disclosure, and should all be covered within the protection scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A warning system for a tape storage device, the tape storage device comprising a fixed frame, a lifting mechanism mounted on the fixed frame, and a tape storage wheel assembly, the tape storage wheel assembly comprising an upper pulley assembly and a lower pulley assembly, the upper pulley assembly being mounted on the top of the fixed frame, and the lower pulley assembly being slidably mounted on the lifting mechanism, characterized in that, The early warning system includes: A data acquisition terminal is mounted on a fixed frame and is connected to a control host mounted on the fixed frame via a wireless network or a wired network. The data acquisition terminal is connected to a distance sensor, which is mounted on a fixed frame and located on the moving path of the sliding wheel assembly. The distance sensor is used to detect the distance between itself and the lower roller assembly in real time, and transmits the detected distance to the control host through the data acquisition terminal; The control host is used to determine the distance between the distance sensor and the sliding wheel assembly in real time, and to control the early warning device to issue an early warning when the real-time detection distance between the distance sensor and the sliding wheel assembly is less than or equal to a preset distance threshold.

2. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The wireless network is one of 2G, 3G, 4G, WIFI, or Internet of Things.

3. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that... : The data acquisition terminal is also connected to a sliding wheel group detector, which is installed on a fixed frame and located on the moving path of the sliding wheel group. The lower wheel assembly detector is used to detect the signal of the lower wheel assembly moving upward by the lifting mechanism and passing through the lower wheel assembly detector, and to transmit the detected signal of the lower wheel assembly moving upward by the lifting mechanism and passing through the lower wheel assembly detector to the control host. The control host, in conjunction with the sliding wheel group detector and distance sensor, performs position warning judgment of the sliding wheel group on the lifting mechanism.

4. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The detector for the sliding wheel assembly is an emergency stop switch.

5. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 3, characterized in that: The warning device is one or more of a vibrator, a buzzer, and a warning light.

6. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that, The early warning system also includes: At least one power supply unit is provided, which supplies power to the control host, data acquisition terminal, distance sensor and early warning device.

7. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 1, characterized in that: The control host is also connected to a display device, which is mounted on a fixed frame. The display device is used to display at least the height of the lower roller assembly on the fixed frame and the lifting speed of the lower roller assembly on the lifting mechanism.

8. The early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 7, characterized in that, The control host is also connected to an AI camera, which is mounted on the top of the mounting frame; The AI ​​camera is used to monitor the space surrounding the tape storage device; The AI ​​camera is used to obtain video of the space surrounding the storage device and then transmit the monitoring video to the control host. The control host then transmits the monitoring video from the camera to the display device for display.

9. An early warning system for a tape storage device according to claim 8, characterized in that: The AI ​​camera is also used to obtain at least video of the area surrounding the person and video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group and the lower pulley group; The control host processes the video of the surrounding space area and the video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group and the lower pulley group to obtain the corresponding personnel position in the video of the surrounding space area containing the person and the packing strap status corresponding to the video of the packing strap between the upper pulley group and the lower pulley group. Based on the personnel position or the packing strap status, the host controls the working status of the packing device to start or stop.

10. A tape storage device, characterized in that, The storage device uses the early warning system described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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