Glass pane suspension device for moving the glass pane

Abstract

A glass pane suspension device for moving the glass pane, comprising: i) a rectangular frame 1 consisting of four telescopic arms 2, the arms 2 having a plurality of rubber rings 3 to hold the glass panel on the frame 1 without slipping, wherein a laser sensor provided on the frame 1 detects a size of the panel in order to trigger a microcontroller to actuate the telescopic arms 2 so that they extend or retract according to the detected size; ii) a weight sensor provided on the frame 1 detects the weight of the plate on the frame 1 in order to trigger the microcontroller to actuate a loudspeaker 4 provided on the frame 1 and connected to the microcontroller to generate an audible warning to a user regarding an overload condition when the detected weight exceeds a threshold weight; iii) a telescopic rod 5 which is rigidly attached to each of the four attachment points of the telescopic arms 2 vertically above the telescopic arms 2 to prevent the plate from falling off the frame 1; iv) four sliding units 6 provided along the heights of the four telescopic poles 5, wherein four ropes 7 are attached to the sliding units 6, the other ends of the four ropes 7 being attached to a hook 8, the hook 8 being used for coupling to an attachment point of a pick-and-carry device for moving the plate; (v) A gyroscopic sensor detects movement of the frame 1 to cause the microcontroller to actuate the sliding units 6 to counteract and negate the detected movement in order to prevent damage to the plate; and vi) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 9, installed on the frame 1 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing images near the frame 1, to determine an obstacle in the path of the frame 1 during a movement of the plate, to trigger the microcontroller to actuate the loudspeaker 4 accordingly, to generate an audible alarm for the user regarding the distance of the obstacle, in order to prevent a collision with the obstacle.

Description

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0001] The present invention relates to a glass hanging device for moving a glass sheet, which is capable of providing a means for moving a glass sheet from one location to another location and, at the same time, warning the user of overloading the glass sheet with the device in order to prevent the risk of the sheet falling during the movement and thus avoid damage to the sheet. BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

[0002] Glass panels are large, flat pieces of glass commonly used in construction and architecture. They come in various sizes, thicknesses, and types depending on their intended use. Glass panels are often used as windows, doors, skylights, partitions, and in architectural applications to provide natural light. Glass panels can be heavy and unwieldy, so it's important to calculate the lifting capacity of the equipment. It's also important to ensure that the equipment used to lift and transport the panels can safely handle the weight and size of the glass panels.

[0003] Traditionally, moving glass panels often involved manual labor and simple lifting devices. In many cases, workers manually carry the glass panels up stairs or elevators. Sometimes, ropes and pulleys are used to manually pull the ropes and raise the panels to the desired height. While these traditional methods offer many advantages, they also present some challenges and disadvantages. The traditional method of moving glass panels is often labor-intensive, time-consuming, and poses a safety risk to both the workers and the glass panels being moved.

[0004] CN108163541A discloses an invention comprising a movable device body, the movable device body consisting of a base and a vertical shaft. Sliding wheels are arranged on the underside of the base. Two parallel guide rails are arranged below the sliding wheels. The sliding wheels are arranged in the parallel guide rails. An annular guide rail is arranged on the upper end of the base and is provided with a sliding seat on the inside. The base is connected to the vertical shaft via the sliding seat. A screw hole is formed on the upper end of the vertical shaft, which is provided with a fixing rod on the inside. The fixing rod is rotatably connected to the vertical shaft through the screw hole. The lower end of the fixing rod is connected to an ascending and descending air cylinder. The lower end of the ascending and descending air cylinder is connected to a control seat.The control seat is equipped with a vacuum pump. Suction discs are arranged at four corners of the control seat and connected to the vacuum pump via guide tubes. The glass pane moving device allows for automatic operation, saving labor.

[0005] To date, many devices have been developed that can assist the user in moving a pane of glass. However, these devices are unable to warn the user if the device is overloading the panes, nor do they prevent the pane from falling during the movement. Furthermore, these devices cannot detect obstacles in the path of the pane.

[0006] To overcome the above-mentioned disadvantages, there is a need in the art to develop a device capable of moving a glass pane from one location to another while simultaneously warning the user of any overloading of the glass panes with the device to prevent the risk of the pane falling during the movement. Furthermore, the developed device should also detect an obstacle in the path of the pane's movement to generate an audible alarm for the user regarding the distance of the obstacle to prevent a collision with the obstacle. SUBJECT OF THE INVENTION

[0007] The main object of the present invention is to overcome the disadvantages of the prior art.

[0008] An object of the present invention is to develop a device capable of shifting a glass pane from one place to another place, along with warning the user about the overload of the glass pane with the device to prevent the chances of falling of the pane during shifting, thus preventing damage to the pane.

[0009] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device capable of detecting an obstacle in a path of displacement of the disc to generate an audible warning signal to the user regarding a distance of the obstacle in order to prevent a collision with the obstacle.

[0010] Another object of the present invention is to develop a device that is reliable in nature.

[0011] The foregoing and other objects, features and advantages of the present invention will become readily apparent upon closer examination of the following detailed description of the preferred embodiment as illustrated in the accompanying drawings. SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

[0012] The present invention relates to a glass pane suspension device for moving glass panes, which is capable of moving a glass pane from one location to another while simultaneously warning the user of overloading the glass panes with the device to prevent the risk of the pane falling during movement. Furthermore, the proposed device also offers reliability to the user.

[0013] According to one embodiment of the present invention, a glass panel suspension device for sliding the glass panel comprises a rectangular frame consisting of four telescopic arms, the arms having a plurality of rubber rings to hold the glass panel on the frame without slipping; a laser sensor provided on the frame and detecting a size of the panel, the telescopic arms extending or retracting according to the detected size; a weight sensor provided on the frame and detecting a weight of the panel on the frame; a loudspeaker provided on the frame to generate an audible warning to a user regarding an overload condition when the detected weight exceeds a threshold weight; a telescopic rod rigidly attached to each of the four attachment points of the telescopic arms vertically above the telescopic arms to prevent the panel from falling off the frame;four sliding units provided along the heights of the four telescopic rods, with four ropes attached to the sliding units, and other ends of the four ropes attached to a hook for coupling to an attachment point of a pick-and-carry device for moving the plate.

[0014] According to another embodiment of the present invention, the proposed device further comprises a gyroscopic sensor that detects a movement of the frame to actuate the sliding units to counteract and negate the detected movement to prevent damage to the pane; an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit installed on the frame and integrated with a processor to determine an obstacle in a path of the frame during a displacement of the pane; the loudspeaker generates an audio warning to the user regarding a distance of the obstacle to prevent a collision with the obstacle; a microphone provided on the frame to receive an audio command from the user regarding holding the glass pane for moving it from one location to another; a wireless communication module provided on the frame;to enable the user to remotely operate the telescopic arms to extend or retract them according to the detected size of the disc, to accommodate the disc for moving from one location to another, and a battery connected to the device to power electrical and electronically operated components connected to the device.

[0015] While the invention has been described and shown with particular reference to the preferred embodiment, it will be apparent that variations may be possible which would fall within the scope of the present invention. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWING

[0016] These and other features, aspects and advantages of the present invention will be better understood from the following description, the appended claims and the accompanying drawings, in which: Fig. 1 shows an isometric view of a glass pane suspension device for moving the glass pane. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0017] The following description contains the preferred embodiment of an embodiment of the present invention. It will be apparent from this description of the invention that the invention is not limited to the illustrated embodiments, but that the invention also includes a variety of modifications and embodiments thereto. Therefore, the present description should be considered as illustrative and not restrictive. While the invention is susceptible to various modifications and alternative constructions, it should be understood that there is no intention to limit the invention to the specific form disclosed, but on the contrary, the invention is intended to cover all modifications, alternative constructions, and equivalents falling within the spirit and scope of the invention as defined in the claims.

[0018] In any embodiment described herein, the open-ended terms “comprising,” “comprises,” and the like (which are synonymous with “including,” “with,” and “characterized by”) may be replaced by the respective partially closed terms “consists essentially of,” “consists essentially of,” and the like, or the respective closed terms “consists of,” “consists of,” and the like.

[0019] As used herein, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” refer to both the singular and the plural unless explicitly stated that only the singular is meant.

[0020] The present invention relates to a glass hanging device for sliding glass panes, which is capable of sliding a glass pane from one location to another while simultaneously warning the user of an overload of the glass panes with the device to prevent the risk of the pane falling during sliding. Furthermore, the proposed device also detects an obstacle in the path of the sliding pane to generate an audible warning signal for the user to remove the obstacle to prevent a collision with the obstacle.

[0021] In Fig.is an isometric view of a glass panel hanging device for moving the glass panel, comprising a rectangular frame 1 consisting of four telescopic arms 2 with a plurality of rubber rings 3, a loudspeaker 4 provided on the frame 1, a telescopic rod 5 rigidly attached to each of the four attachment points of the telescopic arms 2, four sliding units 6 provided along the heights of the four telescopic rods 5, four ropes 7 being attached to the sliding units 6 and the other ends of the four ropes 7 being attached to a hook 8, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 9 installed on the frame 1, and a microphone 10 provided on the frame 1.

[0022] The proposed device consists of a rectangular frame 1 consisting of four telescopic arms 2 with several rubber rings 3 to hold the glass sheet on the frame 1 without slipping. A laser sensor is mounted on the frame 1 to detect the size of the sheet. The laser sensor emits laser beams at two points on the floor to form a triangle between the sheet and the laser sensor point from which laser beams are emitted. The beams are reflected back toward the sensor and detected by the sensor at the angle formed between the emitted point and the surface onto which the laser beams impinge. After the laser sensor acquires the required data about the area of ​​the sheet, it sends it to a microcontroller connected to the laser sensor. After receiving the data, the microcontroller analyzes the data to determine the size of the sheet.

[0023] Based on the detection of the plate size, the microcontroller triggers the operation of the telescopic arms 2 to extend or retract them according to the detected size. The telescopic arms 2 are equipped with a pneumatic unit that is activated by the microcontroller to enable the extension and retraction of the arms 2. The pneumatic unit consists of an air compressor, an air cylinder, air valves, and a piston. The air valve allows the compressed air from the compressor to enter and exit. Furthermore, the valve opens and the compressed air enters the cylinder, increasing the air pressure of the cylinder. The piston is connected to the cylinder, and due to the increase in air pressure, the piston extends, causing the arms 2 to extend according to the detected plate size.

[0024] Furthermore, a microphone 10 is provided on the frame 1. This microphone is connected to the microcontroller and can be accessed by the user to give voice commands regarding holding the glass pane and moving it from one location to another. The microphone 10 receives sound waves generated in the form of vibrations by the energy emitted by the voice command. The sound waves are then transmitted to a membrane equipped with a coil. As the waves are transmitted within the membrane, the membrane encounters the waves, causing the coil to move the membrane in a reciprocating motion in the presence of the magnetic field generated by the coil.

[0025] The electrical signal generated by the reciprocating motion of the diaphragm is then emitted from the coil and transmitted to a microcontroller connected to the microphone 10. It processes the signal and analyzes it to recognize the voice commands given by the user. After processing the voice commands, the microcontroller operates the telescopic arms 2, extending or retracting them according to the detected size of the panel to accommodate the panel. To remotely issue commands to hold the glass panel and move it from one location to another, the user must access a computing unit.

[0026] The computing unit described here includes, among other things, a mobile phone and a laptop with a processor that stores the alarm received from the microcontroller, processes the output data, and retrieves it for display in the computing unit. The microcontroller is wirelessly connected to the computing unit via a communication module that includes, among other things, a Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) module or a Bluetooth module. GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications). The communication module acts as a medium between various electronic units to establish communication between the computing unit and the device to process the inputs given by the user. Based on this, the microcontroller actuates the telescopic arms 2, extending or retracting them according to the detected size of the plate to accommodate the plate for relocation from one location to another.

[0027] Furthermore, a weight sensor is provided on the frame 1 to detect the weight of the plate on the frame 1. The weight sensor comprises a weight transducer that converts the weight of the plate into an electrical signal that exerts a downward force on the weight sensor. Strain gauges are located in the sensor's load cell, which deform slightly under the weight. This deformation causes a change in the electrical resistance in the strain gauges. The sensor then calibrates the resistance to detect the weight of the plate. When the weight of the plate on the frame 1 exceeds a threshold, the microcontroller activates the speaker 4 on the frame 1 to generate an audible warning for the user if an overload has occurred.

[0028] The present loudspeaker 4 contains a diaphragm, usually made of a lightweight and rigid material such as paper, plastic, or metal. It is designed to vibrate and generate sound waves when electrical signals are applied to it. A voice coil (a tightly wound coil of wire) is connected to the diaphragm of the loudspeaker 4. The voice coil is suspended in a magnetic gap. When an electric current flows through the coil, it interacts with the magnetic field generated by the magnet assembly, creating a force that moves the coil. The magnet assembly creates a magnetic field within the loudspeaker 4. It consists of a permanent magnet and a metal structure, such as a pole piece or a magnetic plate. The magnet assembly creates a fixed magnetic field through which the voice coil moves. The strength and configuration of the magnet assembly affect the power and efficiency of the loudspeaker 4.

[0029] The cone / diaphragm is connected to the speaker frame 4 via a suspension unit comprising the surround and spider. As the electrical signal passes through the voice coil, it generates a magnetic field that interacts with the fixed magnetic field generated by the magnet assembly. As the electrical current varies, the magnetic field generated by the voice coil changes, causing the voice coil and the attached cone / diaphragm to move back and forth. This movement leads to pressure fluctuations in the surrounding air, generating sound waves that produce the audible tone that alerts the user to an overload.

[0030] Furthermore, a telescopic rod 5 is rigidly attached to all four attachment points of the telescopic arm vertically above the telescopic arms 2 to prevent the panel from falling off the frame 1. The rod 5 is equipped with a pneumatic unit activated by the microcontroller to enable extension and retraction of the rod 5 to prevent the panel from falling off the frame 1. Furthermore, four sliding units 6 are provided along the heights of the four telescopic rods 5, to which four cables 7 are attached. The other ends of the four cables 7 are attached to a hook 8, which is connected to an attachment point of a pick-and-carry device for moving the panel.

[0031] The sliding unit 6 consists of a rail unit that provides a guided path for linear movement. The rail unit typically comprises a pair of parallel rails or tracks along which the sliding unit 6 moves. The carriage, also called a stage or platform, is equipped with a mechanism that minimizes friction and ensures smooth movement. Ball bearings are used for this purpose. The displacement unit 6 contains a motor and a drive mechanism for generating linear movement. The motor is connected to a drive mechanism, such as a belt, lead screw, or ball screw.The drive mechanism converts the rotary motion of the motor into a linear motion and drives the carriage along the rail unit to move the telescopic rod 5 and engage the hook 8 with the fixture so that it can be coupled to the attachment point of the pick-and-carry system to move the plate.

[0032] Here, a gyroscopic sensor is provided with the frame 1 for detecting movement of the frame 1. The gyroscopic sensor uses the principle of angular momentum to detect changes in orientation and movement. The sensor consists of a rotating mass that resists changes in its orientation, allowing the sensor to accurately measure movements of the frame 1. Based on the detection, the microcontroller actuates the sliding units 6 to counteract the detected movement and prevent damage to the plate.

[0033] Furthermore, an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 9 is installed on the frame 1 to detect an obstacle in a path of the frame 1 during a displacement of the plate. The imaging unit 9 consists of a camera and a processor that work together to detect the obstacle in a path of the frame 1 during a displacement of the plate. The AI ​​(artificial intelligence) protocols are encrypted with the processor connected to the image processing module to enhance its functionality and capabilities. The AI ​​protocols are used to process and analyze the images captured by the camera, allowing it to perform various tasks beyond conventional image acquisition. The AI ​​analysis is performed locally on the camera itself, and real-time processing on the camera enables immediate reactions and faster decision-making.

[0034] The camera captures images of the surroundings of frame 1 using special lenses designed for capturing high-quality images. The captured data is then preprocessed by the processor to improve its quality and prepare it for AI analysis. This preprocessing includes tasks such as noise reduction, image stabilization, and color correction. The processed data is fed into AI protocols for analysis, which use machine learning techniques such as deep learning neural networks to extract meaningful information from the images.

[0035] The camera is capable of analyzing the environment of frame 1 and providing real-time updates or alerts about the environment of frame 1 based on predefined rules or criteria. Based on the data extraction from the captured images, the microcontroller connected to the imaging unit 9 analyzes the data to detect the obstacle in a path of frame 1 during a displacement of the plate. Based on the detection, the microcontroller accordingly activates the speaker 4 to generate an audible warning for the user regarding the removal of the obstacle to prevent a collision with the obstacle.

[0036] Finally, a battery (not shown in the diagram) is connected to the device to power all the electrical and electronic components necessary for its proper operation. The battery is connected to the microcontroller and supplies it with direct current (DC). The microcontroller then sends this current to the specific electrical or electronic components, depending on the sequence of operations, so they can effectively perform their respective functions.

[0037] The present invention works best in the following manner, wherein the rectangular frame 1 consists of four telescopic arms 2 with rubber rings 3 to hold the glass sheet on the frame 1 without slipping. The laser sensor detects the size of the sheet to cause the microcontroller to extend or retract the telescopic arms 2 according to the detected size. Furthermore, the weight sensor detects the weight of the sheet on the frame 1 to cause the microcontroller to activate the loudspeaker 4 to generate an audible overload warning to a user when the detected weight exceeds a threshold. In addition, the telescopic rod 5 is located vertically above the telescopic arms 2 to prevent the sheet from falling off the frame 1.Therein, the four sliding units 6, provided along the heights of the four telescopic rods 5, are provided with four attached cables 7, wherein the other ends of the four cables 7 are attached to a hook 8, wherein the hook 8 serves to couple to an attachment point of a pick-and-carry for sliding the plate. Furthermore, the gyroscopic sensor detects movement of the frame 1 to instruct the microcontroller to actuate the sliding units 6 to counteract the detected movement and prevent damage to the plate. Furthermore, the artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 9 determines an obstacle in a path of the frame 1 during a displacement of the plate to instruct the microcontroller to actuate the loudspeaker 4 accordingly to generate an audible warning for the user regarding the removal of the obstacle in order to prevent a collision with the obstacle.

[0038] Although the scope of the invention has been described herein with limited reference to specific embodiments, this description is not intended to be construed in a limiting sense. Various modifications of the disclosed embodiments, as well as alternative embodiments of the invention, will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reference to the description of the invention. QUOTES CONTAINED IN THE DESCRIPTION

[0000] This list of documents submitted by the applicant was generated automatically and is included solely for the convenience of the reader. This list is not part of the German patent or utility model application. The DPMA assumes no liability for any errors or omissions. Cited patent literature

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Claims

[1] A glass pane suspension device for moving the glass pane, comprising: i) a rectangular frame 1 consisting of four telescopic arms 2, the arms 2 having a plurality of rubber rings 3 for holding the glass sheet on the frame 1 without slipping, a laser sensor provided on the frame 1 detecting a size of the sheet to trigger a microcontroller to operate the telescopic arms 2 to extend or retract them according to the detected size; ii) a weight sensor provided on the frame 1 detects a weight of the plate on the frame 1 to trigger the microcontroller to actuate a loudspeaker 4 provided on the frame 1 and connected to the microcontroller to generate an audible warning to a user regarding an overload condition when the detected weight exceeds a threshold weight; iii) a telescopic rod 5 rigidly attached to each of the four attachment points of the telescopic arms 2 vertically above the telescopic arms 2 to prevent the plate from falling off the frame 1; iv) four sliding units 6 provided along the heights of the four telescopic rods 5, four cables 7 being attached to the sliding units 6, the other ends of the four cables 7 being attached to a hook 8, the hook 8 being used for coupling to an attachment point of a pick-and-carry device for moving the plate; v) a gyroscopic sensor detects a movement of the frame 1 to cause the microcontroller to actuate the sliding units 6 to counteract and negate the detected movement in order to prevent damage to the plate; and vi) an artificial intelligence-based imaging unit 9 installed on the frame 1 and integrated with a processor for capturing and processing images in the vicinity of the frame 1 to determine an obstacle in a path of the frame 1 during a displacement of the plate, to trigger the microcontroller to actuate the loudspeaker 4 accordingly to generate an audible alarm to the user regarding a removal of the obstacle in order to prevent a collision with the obstacle. [2] Device according to claim 1, wherein a microphone 10 connected to the microcontroller is provided on the frame 1 to receive an audio command from the user related to holding the glass plate to move it from one location to another to trigger the microcontroller to operate the telescopic arms 2 to extend or retract them according to the detected size of the plate to pick up the plate. [3] The device according to claim 1, wherein a wireless communication module connected to the microcontroller is provided on the frame 1 to enable the user to remotely trigger the microcontroller by connecting it to a processing unit to operate the telescopic arms 2 to extend or retract according to the detected size of the disc to receive the disc for moving from one location to another. [4] The device of claim 1, wherein a battery is connected to the device to power electrical and electronically operated components connected to the device.

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