Induction blind way brick, trigger type blind stick, blind way cooperative system

Abstract

The utility model relates to intelligent traffic equipment technical field especially relates to a kind of induction blind path brick, trigger type blind stick, blind path collaborative system.The utility model induction blind path brick includes: blind path brick ontology, including: box-like structure, it is upward open mouth;Top cover, is engaged in the upper opening of box-like structure, the top cover and box packing structure are jointly enclosed cavity;Trigger device, is set on blind path brick ontology, it receives wireless trigger signal;Sensing device, is set in cavity, signal is connected in trigger device, the sensing device uses the mode of sound and / or light and sends warning signal.The utility model discloses the cavity design of "box-like structure + top cover" makes sensing device and outside environment isolation, it is convenient to waterproof, dustproof, anti-impact maintenance, while can replace or overhaul internal electronic module without damaging floor tile.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of intelligent transportation equipment technology, and in particular to a sensor-activated tactile paving brick, a trigger-type white cane, and a tactile paving coordination system. Background Technology

[0002] Transportation for visually impaired people is a vital issue affecting people's livelihoods, which is why tactile paving has been extensively constructed in towns and cities across China.

[0003] The existing tactile paving bricks have the following disadvantages: when a visually impaired person walks on the surface of the tactile paving bricks, some of the tactile paving bricks are not easy to observe and sense the current traffic lights, which can easily cause inconvenience to the visually impaired person walking. In addition, the function of tactile paving bricks is relatively simple, which leads to a limited range of use of tactile paving bricks. Utility Model Content

[0004] I. Technical problems to be solved

[0005] This invention aims to solve at least partially one of the aforementioned technical problems.

[0006] II. Technical Solution

[0007] The first aspect of this utility model provides a sensor-activated tactile paving brick. The sensor-activated tactile paving brick includes:

[0008] The tactile paving brick body includes: a box-shaped structure with an upward opening; and a top cover that engages with the upper opening of the box-shaped structure, the top cover and the box-shaped structure together forming a cavity.

[0009] The triggering device is installed on the tactile paving brick itself and receives a wireless triggering signal.

[0010] A sensing device is installed inside the cavity, and the signal is connected to a triggering device. The sensing device emits a warning signal by means of sound and / or light.

[0011] In some embodiments of this utility model, the sensing device includes: a sensing device body disposed in a cavity; an electronic component receiver fixed to the sensing device body and connected to a triggering device; and an alarm mechanism connected to the electronic component receiver, which emits an alarm signal by means of sound and / or light.

[0012] In some embodiments of this utility model, the electronic component receiver is connected to the intersection traffic light system; the warning mechanism includes: N voice announcers, fixed to the sensing device body, and connected to the electronic component receiver, where N≥1.

[0013] In some embodiments of this utility model, the sensing device further includes a battery block disposed within the sensing device body, which provides power to N voice players.

[0014] In some embodiments of this utility model, the sensing device includes two voice players, which are respectively fixed on two opposite sides of the sensing device body.

[0015] In some embodiments of this utility model, a connector is provided in the middle of the top surface of the voice broadcaster, and a power cord is provided inside the connector. The far end of the power cord is electrically connected to the electronic component receiver.

[0016] In some embodiments of this utility model, the top edge of the top cover is provided with a continuous receiving groove; the warning mechanism includes: a warning light, which is disposed in the receiving groove and whose signal is connected to an electronic component receiver; the tactile paving brick body also includes: a transparent protective plate, which is disposed on top of the receiving groove.

[0017] In some embodiments of this utility model, the top cover is rectangular, and the receiving groove extends continuously along the top edge of the top surface of the top cover; the warning light is a strip-shaped warning light that extends in the receiving groove; the transparent protective plate is square ring-shaped and fixed to the top cover.

[0018] In some embodiments of this utility model, the interior of the top cover is provided with reinforcing ribs at equal intervals.

[0019] In some embodiments of this utility model, a tactile sensing protrusion is provided in the central area of ​​the top surface of the top cover.

[0020] In some embodiments of this utility model, the box-shaped structure is a square box structure; the top cover is rectangular, and triggering devices are provided at its four corners.

[0021] In some embodiments of this utility model, the side surface of the box-shaped structure of the tactile paving brick body is provided with a protective plate, and the outer surface of the protective plate is covered with an anti-oxidation coating.

[0022] In some embodiments of this utility model, a sealing strip is provided on the top edge of the box structure, and a waterproof membrane is attached to its outer surface, forming a sealing surface between the sealing strip and the top cover.

[0023] The second aspect of this utility model provides a trigger-type white cane. This trigger-type white cane is used in conjunction with the aforementioned sensor-activated tactile paving bricks and includes: a white cane body; a triggering device body, a cane component disposed on the white cane body, which contains an electronic trigger that emits a wireless trigger signal.

[0024] The third aspect of this utility model provides a tactile paving coordination system. The tactile paving coordination system includes: a trigger-type white cane, as described above; and a prompting tactile paving brick, as described above.

[0025] III. Beneficial Effects

[0026] As can be seen from the above technical solution, the present invention has at least one of the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art:

[0027] ① The cavity design of "box-shaped structure + top cover" improves reliability and maintainability.

[0028] In this embodiment, the box structure and the top cover together form a closed cavity, which improves reliability and maintainability: the cavity design of "box structure + top cover" isolates the sensing device from the external environment, making it easy to maintain in a waterproof, dustproof, and impact-resistant manner, while allowing the internal electronic modules to be replaced or repaired without damaging the floor tiles.

[0029] ② Cane triggering reduces false alarm frequency

[0030] In this invention, the triggering condition is limited to "the signal emitted by the cane", rather than simple stepping or gravity triggering, which significantly reduces false alarms (passersby and wheels running over the existing pressure-type voice bricks will trigger them).

[0031] Specifically, a "point-to-point" recognition relationship is established using proximity sensing (magnetic, metallic, radio frequency) to achieve "the brick only responds when a visually impaired person carrying a cane arrives"; this selective triggering suppresses the broadcast overload caused by scene noise (raindrops, footsteps, strollers, etc.), thereby avoiding information fatigue and urban noise pollution.

[0032] ③ Modular functionality, suitable for standardized mass production and later upgrades:

[0033] By separating the triggering and sensing functions and connecting them via signals, the electronic devices are packaged in a standardized manner. Modules can be replaced according to different scenarios (such as upgrading to a network module or a higher brightness light), which aligns with the trend of smart city expansion.

[0034] ④ Dual audio and visual alerts enhance safety.

[0035] The dual audio-visual prompts serve two types of users: those with hearing and those with peripheral vision / vehicle recognition. They not only alert blind people but also alert surrounding vehicles / pedestrians to the blind person's location, thus improving pedestrian safety.

[0036] ⑤ Multiple components work together to provide comprehensive guidance for visually impaired individuals.

[0037] In this invention, the white cane body, the triggering device body, the tactile paving brick body, the sensing device body, and the top cover work together. When a visually impaired person stops on the top of the tactile paving brick body and the top cover, the triggering device of the white cane triggers the tactile paving brick sensing device. The sensing device body, in conjunction with the voice broadcaster, emits a voice reminder about the current traffic light changes and the number of seconds, thus conveniently reminding the visually impaired person whether they can walk.

[0038] ⑥ Introduce warning lights to provide a warning to other road users besides visually impaired individuals.

[0039] In this invention, by setting up the white cane body, triggering device body, tactile paving brick body, sensing device body, warning light and transparent protective plate, when a visually impaired person stops and waits on the top cover and the top of the tactile paving brick body at night, the triggering device of the white cane will trigger the tactile paving brick sensing device in conjunction with the white cane. Its warning light can emit a warning light source around the top cover, thereby facilitating observation by external vehicles and effectively reminding people. Attached Figure Description

[0040] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks according to an embodiment of this utility model.

[0041] Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the disassembled structure of the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks.

[0042] Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the top cover in the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks.

[0043] Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the sensing device in the tactile paving bricks.

[0044] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the trigger-type white cane according to an embodiment of the present invention.

[0045] Figure 6 for Figure 5 The diagram shows the structure of the triggering device in a trigger-type white cane. Detailed Implementation

[0046] Traditional gravity-triggered tactile paving is prone to false alarms when pedestrians or vehicles pass by. This invention replaces the triggering mechanism with a two-way collaborative sensing system between the cane and the tactile paving, achieving a triple effect of accurate triggering, false alarm suppression, and communication extension. The cane acts as the active triggering unit, while the tactile paving acts as the passive receiving unit. Short-range inductive communication (such as magnetic induction, metal induction, radio frequency, or near-field communication) is established between the two. When a visually impaired person actually enters the tactile paving area, the system automatically identifies and triggers voice prompts and warning lights.

[0047] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this utility model clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with specific embodiments and with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0048] The first aspect of this utility model provides a trigger-type white cane. In one exemplary embodiment of this utility model, a trigger-type white cane is provided. Figure 5This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the trigger-type white cane according to an embodiment of the present invention. Figure 6 for Figure 5 The diagram shows the structure of the triggering device in a trigger-type white cane. As shown in the attached figure, the trigger-type white cane of this embodiment includes: a white cane body 14; and a triggering device body 15, which is disposed on the upper part of the tip of the white cane body.

[0049] Those skilled in the art should understand that the cane in this embodiment includes both canes used by blind people and assistive devices used by visually impaired people with partial visual impairment, and are collectively referred to as "canes" in this utility model.

[0050] In this invention, the triggering device and the white cane interact with each other through one of the following methods: magnetic induction triggering, metal induction triggering, and radio frequency induction triggering.

[0051] In this embodiment, the triggering device and the white cane interact via magnetic induction. Specifically, the triggering device body 15 contains an electronic trigger 16. The electronic trigger 16 includes a microcontroller, a transmitting coil, a metal induction plate, or an NFC transmitting chip. The electronic trigger 16 is powered by a rechargeable lithium battery and contains a low-power control chip. This electronic trigger 16 actively emits magnetic field signals.

[0052] During use, when the tip of the cane is less than 20 cm from the ground or touches the surface of the tactile paving bricks, the electronic component trigger 16 emits a periodic trigger signal with a frequency of 10–30 kHz (magnetic induction) or 13.56 MHz (NFC).

[0053] Corresponding to the side of the white cane, on the side of the tactile paving, a triggering device electrically connected to the sensing device is embedded in the four corners or center of the top cover. This device could be an induction receiving coil or a metal sensing plate. When a magnetic field disturbance or identification code packet is detected from the trigger-type white cane, the triggering device sends a trigger signal to the sensing device; the sensing device then activates the voice broadcast unit to indicate the current traffic light status or countdown; if it is nighttime, a warning light will illuminate simultaneously.

[0054] In this embodiment, the trigger module on the side of the tactile paving bricks only responds when a specific identification code or a signal pattern of a metal piece on a white cane is detected, preventing accidental triggering caused by pedestrians carrying metal objects. Furthermore, the interaction design employs a sensing area with a short-range effective radius ≤0.5 m, ensuring that it only responds when triggered at close range by the white cane.

[0055] In this invention, the triggering condition is limited to "a signal emitted by the cane," rather than simple stepping or gravity triggering, significantly reducing false alarms (pedestrians and vehicle wheels can trigger existing pressure-based voice bricks). Specifically, a "point-to-point" recognition relationship is established using proximity sensing (magnetic, metallic, radio frequency), ensuring that "the brick only responds when a visually impaired person carrying a cane arrives." This selective triggering suppresses the overabundance of announcements caused by ambient noise (raindrops, footsteps, strollers, etc.), thereby avoiding information fatigue and urban noise pollution.

[0056] A second aspect of this utility model provides a sensor-activated tactile paving brick. In one exemplary embodiment of this utility model, a sensor-activated tactile paving brick is provided. Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks according to an embodiment of this utility model. Figure 2 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the disassembled structure of the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks. Figure 3 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the top cover in the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks. Figure 4 for Figure 1 The diagram shows the structure of the sensing device body in the sensor-operated tactile paving brick. As shown in the figure, the sensor-operated tactile paving brick in this embodiment includes:

[0057] The tactile paving brick body 1 has a cavity inside, including: a box-shaped structure with an upward opening; and a top cover 7 that fits into the upper opening of the box-shaped structure, the two forming a cavity.

[0058] The triggering device is installed on the tactile paving brick itself and receives the triggering signal emitted by the white cane;

[0059] A sensing device, whose signal is connected to a triggering device, emits a warning signal by sound and / or light after the triggering device receives a trigger signal.

[0060] In this embodiment, the box structure and the top cover together form a closed cavity, which improves reliability and maintainability: the cavity design of "box structure + top cover" isolates the sensing device from the external environment, making it easy to maintain in a waterproof, dustproof, and impact-resistant manner, while allowing the internal electronic modules to be replaced or repaired without damaging the floor tiles.

[0061] In this embodiment, the box-shaped structure of the tactile paving brick body is a cubic box-shaped structure; the top cover is rectangular. In the tactile paving brick body, the top cover 7 has reinforcing ribs arranged at equal intervals inside, and a tactile sensing protrusion 10 is provided in the middle of the top surface of the top cover 7.

[0062] In this invention, the triggering device and the white cane interact via one of the following methods: magnetic induction triggering, metal induction triggering, radio frequency induction triggering, or near-field communication. In this embodiment, triggering devices 13 are positioned at the four corners of the top surface of the top cover. The triggering devices 13 interact with the electronic component trigger 16 in the white cane via radio frequency induction triggering. For details, please refer to the previous description; it will not be repeated here.

[0063] In this embodiment, the sensing device includes: a sensing device body 2, disposed within a cavity; an electronic component receiver 3, fixed to the sensing device body and connected to a triggering device; an alarm mechanism, connected to the electronic component receiver; and a battery pack, disposed within the sensing device body, for providing power to the electronic component receiver 3, the alarm mechanism, etc. Upon receiving a trigger signal, the electronic component receiver 3 controls the alarm mechanism to emit an alarm signal using sound and / or light. The alarm mechanism includes a voice alarm mechanism and an optical alarm mechanism.

[0064] It should be noted that in this embodiment, the trigger and sensing are separated and connected by signals, so that the electronic device is packaged in a standardized manner. The module can be replaced according to different scenarios (e.g., upgraded to a network module or a higher brightness light), which is in line with the trend of smart city expansion.

[0065] Regarding the voice warning mechanism, the electronic component receiver 3 is connected to the intersection traffic light system. It receives current traffic light status information from the system, such as the change from red to green and the remaining seconds. The electronic component receiver 3 then communicates this information to visually impaired individuals via the voice warning mechanism. Furthermore, the electronic component receiver also sends a "Visually impaired person, please cross" message to the intersection traffic light system. The traffic light system uses this message to adjust the traffic light logic, facilitating passage for visually impaired individuals.

[0066] Specifically, voice announcers 4 are fixedly installed on both sides of the sensing device body 2. A connector 5 is provided in the center of the top surface of the voice announcer 4. A power cord 6 is installed inside the connector 5, and one end of the power cord 6 is electrically connected to one side of the electronic component receiver 3. Through the setting of the power cord 6 and the connector 5, when the sensing device body 2 has completed data detection, its power cord 6 can transmit the data to the inside of the voice announcer 4, making it convenient for the voice announcer 4 to provide prompts to visually impaired users.

[0067] Those skilled in the art will understand that in this embodiment, two voice players are provided on the side of the sensing device body. However, in other embodiments of this invention, one, three, four, or more voice players may be provided, and the positions of the voice players may be adjusted as needed.

[0068] Regarding the optical warning mechanism, a top cover 7 is snapped onto the top surface of the tactile paving brick body 1, and a continuous receiving groove is formed on the top edge of the top surface of the top cover 7. A warning light 8 is embedded in the receiving groove. The warning light is a strip-shaped warning light that extends within the receiving groove. A transparent protective plate 9 is provided at the edge of the top surface of the warning light 8, covering the receiving groove.

[0069] Reference Figures 1 to 4 A sealing strip 11 is provided at the edge of the top surface of the boxed structure. A waterproof membrane is attached to the outer surface of the sealing strip 11. A protective plate 12 is provided on the outer surface of the tactile paving brick body 1. An anti-oxidation coating is attached to the side surface of the protective plate 12. The protective plate 12 and the sealing strip 11 facilitate external waterproofing of the tactile paving brick body 1 by personnel.

[0070] Specifically, by setting up the tactile paving brick body 1, the warning light 8 and the transparent protective plate 9, when visually impaired people stand and wait on the top of the cover 7 and the tactile paving brick body 1 at night, the warning light 8 can emit a warning light source around the top cover 7, thereby facilitating observation by external vehicles and effectively reminding people.

[0071] Working principle: When a visually impaired person uses the sensor-activated tactile paving bricks, as they walk along the remaining tactile paving to the top surface of the tactile paving brick body 1, the triggering device senses the periodic trigger signal emitted by the electronic component trigger 16 in the white cane. The sensing device body 2 can detect the current traffic light countdown and status, and the voice broadcaster 4 can then provide a prompt on the current traffic light status. Furthermore, when a visually impaired person walks to the top of the top cover 7 at night, the warning light 8 can emit a light source on the top of the top cover 7, which in turn can emit a light source under the feet of the visually impaired person, thus conveniently reminding passing vehicles and pedestrians at night.

[0072] A third aspect of this utility model provides a tactile paving coordination system. In an exemplary embodiment of this utility model, the tactile paving coordination system includes: a trigger-type white cane, which is the trigger-type white cane in the previous embodiment; and a prompting tactile paving brick, which is the inductive tactile paving brick in the previous embodiment. For details regarding the trigger-type white cane and the inductive tactile paving brick, please refer to the relevant descriptions in the previous embodiments, which will not be repeated here.

[0073] This concludes the description of all embodiments of this utility model. Based on the above description, those skilled in the art should have a clear understanding of this utility model.

[0074] It should be noted that for some implementation methods, if they are not key contents of this utility model and are well known to those skilled in the art, they are not described in detail in the accompanying drawings or text due to space limitations. In such cases, relevant prior art can be referred to for understanding.

[0075] The directional terms used in this utility model, such as "center," "lateral," "longitudinal," "top," "bottom," "upper," "lower," "front," "rear," "left," "right," "inner," and "outer," indicate only the orientation or positional relationship shown in the accompanying drawings. These terms are used solely for the convenience of describing this utility model and for simplification, and do not indicate or imply that the device or element referred to must have a specific orientation, or be constructed and operated in a specific orientation. Therefore, they should not be construed as limitations on this utility model. Furthermore, throughout the accompanying drawings, the same elements are represented by the same or similar reference numerals. Also, the shapes and dimensions of the components in the drawings do not reflect actual size and proportion, but only illustrate the content of embodiments of this utility model.

[0076] The terms "connected" and "linked" used in this utility model should be interpreted broadly unless otherwise explicitly specified and limited. For example, they can refer to a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; they can refer to a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium; and they can refer to the connection of a portion of two components. Those skilled in the art can understand the specific meaning of the above terms according to the specific circumstances.

[0077] Those skilled in the art will understand that in the claims and description of this utility model, the word "comprising" does not exclude the presence of elements (or steps) not listed in the claims. The word "a" or "an" preceding an element (or step) does not exclude the presence of a plurality of such elements (or steps).

[0078] Furthermore, the purpose of providing the above embodiments is merely to enable the present invention to meet legal requirements, and the present invention can be implemented in many different forms and should not be construed as limited to the embodiments set forth herein.

[0079] Similarly, it should be understood that, for the sake of brevity, in the above description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention, various features of the present invention are sometimes grouped together in a single embodiment, figure, or description thereof. However, this approach should not be construed as reflecting an intention that the claimed invention requires more features than expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as reflected in the claims, each aspect of the invention comprises fewer than all the features of the preceding single embodiment. Furthermore, embodiments may be used in combination with each other or with other embodiments based on design and reliability considerations; that is, technical features from different embodiments can be freely combined to form more embodiments. Therefore, the claims following the detailed description are hereby expressly incorporated into that detailed description, wherein each claim itself is a separate embodiment of the present invention.

[0080] The above specific embodiments have provided a detailed description of the purpose, technical means, and beneficial effects of this utility model. It should be understood that the purpose of the detailed description is to enable those skilled in the art to understand this utility model more clearly, and it is not intended to limit this utility model. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, improvements, etc., made within the spirit and principles of this utility model should be included within the protection scope of this utility model.

Claims

1. A sensor-activated tactile paving brick, characterized in that, include: The tactile paving brick body includes: a box-shaped structure with an upward opening; a top cover that engages with the upper opening of the box-shaped structure, the top cover and the box-shaped structure together forming a cavity, and a continuous receiving groove provided on the top edge of the top surface of the top cover; and a transparent protective plate covering the receiving groove. A triggering device is installed on the tactile paving brick body, which receives a wireless triggering signal; A sensing device is disposed in the cavity and connected to the triggering device. The sensing device emits a warning signal by means of sound and / or light. The sensing device includes: a sensing device body disposed within the cavity; an electronic component receiver fixed to the sensing device body and connected to the triggering device; and an alarm mechanism connected to the electronic component receiver, which emits an alarm signal using sound and / or light. The electronic component receiver is connected to the intersection traffic light system; the warning mechanism includes: N voice announcers, fixed to the sensing device body, connected to the electronic component receiver, where N≥1; and a warning light, disposed in the receiving groove, connected to the electronic component receiver.

2. The sensor-activated tactile paving brick according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sensing device further includes: a battery pack disposed within the sensing device body, which provides power to the N voice broadcasters; and / or The sensing device includes: two voice broadcasters, respectively fixed to two opposite sides of the sensing device body; and / or, A connector is provided in the middle of the top surface of the voice broadcaster. A power cord is provided inside the connector, and the far end of the power cord is electrically connected to the electronic component receiver.

3. The sensor-activated tactile paving brick according to claim 1, characterized in that, The top cover is rectangular, and the receiving groove extends continuously along the top edge of the top surface of the top cover; The warning light is a strip-shaped warning light that extends within the accommodating groove; The transparent protective plate is in the shape of a square ring and is fixed to the top cover.

4. The sensor-activated tactile paving brick according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, The top cover is provided with reinforcing ribs at equal intervals inside; and / or, A tactile sensing protrusion is provided in the central area of ​​the top surface of the top cover; and / or, The box-shaped structure is a square box structure; the top cover is rectangular, and trigger devices are set at its four corners.

5. The sensor-activated tactile paving brick according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, In the tactile paving brick body, a protective plate is provided on the side surface of the box-shaped structure, and an anti-oxidation coating is applied to the outer surface of the protective plate; and / or, The top edge of the box structure is provided with a sealing strip, and a waterproof membrane is attached to its outer surface. The sealing strip and the top cover form a sealing surface.

6. A trigger-type white cane, characterized in that, Used in conjunction with sensor-activated tactile paving bricks as described in any one of claims 1 to 5, comprising: Blind stick body; The triggering device body is located on the cane of the white cane body, and an electronic trigger is installed inside it, which emits a wireless trigger signal.

7. A tactile paving coordination system, characterized in that, include: The trigger-activated white cane is the trigger-activated white cane as described in claim 6; The tactile paving is a sensor-activated tactile paving as described in any one of claims 1 to 5.

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