Organization system for arranging books on a bookshelf

Abstract

Organization system (1) for organizing books for a bookshelf (10) with a signaling unit (2) for outputting a signal and a control unit (3) for controlling the ordering system (1), characterized in that that the ordering system (1) includes an identification system (4) for identifying a book.

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to an organizing system for arranging books for a bookshelf, comprising a signaling unit for outputting a signal and a control unit for controlling the organizing system.

[0002] Bookshelves serve to store books in an organized manner in various environments, such as private homes, offices, or libraries. Books are typically arranged according to specific organizational criteria, such as alphabetically, thematically, or according to a predetermined shelf structure.

[0003] However, as the number of books increases, it becomes more difficult to maintain a consistent order. Misplacements are particularly common when removing and replacing books. Since conventional bookshelves offer no support for correct arrangement, the user is forced to either memorize the organizational scheme or manually check the placement.

[0004] Misplaced books make it difficult to find individual books and increase search efforts. Furthermore, regularly checking the arrangement is time-consuming and labor-intensive, especially with large book collections or multiple users.

[0005] Against this background, there is a need for improved support in organizing books on a bookshelf to facilitate correct book placement and reduce misplacements.

[0006] The object of the present invention is to eliminate the disadvantages known from the prior art, in particular to facilitate the correct classification of books and / or to reduce misplacements.

[0007] The problem is solved by an organizational system and a bookshelf incorporating the features of the independent claims. Advantageous or preferred embodiments are each the subject of a corresponding dependent claim.

[0008] A system for organizing books on a bookshelf is proposed, comprising a signaling unit for outputting a signal and a control unit for managing the system. The system includes an identification system for identifying each book.

[0009] Within the scope of the invention, an identification system describes a system configured to identify a book based on identification data. For this purpose, the identification system can, for example, comprise an electromagnetic detection system and / or an optical detection system, in particular for reading a barcode or for image-based recognition using a camera unit.

[0010] The organizing system is primarily used to arrange books on a bookshelf. The identification system identifies a book, and the control unit then regulates the operation of the system accordingly. The signaling unit outputs a signal, which serves primarily as feedback for the user.

[0011] The filing system makes it easier to sort books, as the user receives immediate feedback on the book's position. This reduces misplacements and the effort required for sorting books.

[0012] It is advantageous if the identification system includes an identification element. As a supplement or alternative, it is also advantageous if the identification system includes a capture unit for capturing the identification element.

[0013] The identification element is preferably designed to be associated with a book and to enable the identification of the book. The identification element can be designed as an optically, electronically, and / or electromagnetically detectable element, in particular as a machine-readable identifier such as a barcode, a QR code, or an RFID element.

[0014] It is advantageous if the detection unit is configured to capture the identification element and provide the corresponding identification data. For this purpose, the detection unit can be designed, for example, as an optical reading unit and / or as an electronic, especially electromagnetic, reading unit, in particular as a barcode reader, camera unit, or RFID reader.

[0015] Separating the identification element and the data capture unit allows for flexible system design, as the identification element and the data capture unit can be spatially separated. Furthermore, a single data capture unit can be configured to capture multiple identification elements. This reduces the technical effort and enables the efficient identification of multiple books.

[0016] In an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the identification element comprises identification data of the book, wherein the identification data includes at least a predetermined target position in the bookshelf.

[0017] The identification data may also include, in particular, bibliographic information such as the name of the book, an author, a series affiliation and / or other unique and / or distinguishable identifier.

[0018] The target position describes a planned arrangement of the book within the bookshelf. The target position can refer to a specific storage location within the bookshelf. Alternatively or additionally, the target position can be assigned to a sub-area of ​​the bookshelf, in particular a specific shelf, shelf section, shelf level, or other spatial zone.

[0019] Assigning identification data to a target position enables targeted placement of books within the bookshelf. This allows for a structured and consistent arrangement of the books. Furthermore, sorting is simplified, as books can be clearly assigned to a designated area, thus reducing misplacements and search times.

[0020] It is advantageous if the identification system includes a positioning unit for determining the actual position of the book.

[0021] Within the scope of the invention, the position determination unit describes an assembly designed to determine the current spatial position (actual position) of the book within the bookshelf. The position determination unit can preferably interact with the identification element and, in particular, be based on a location-dependent evaluation of detection signals.

[0022] Alternatively or additionally, the positioning unit can be based on optical detection, in particular by means of a camera unit and image processing, and / or on sensor-based positioning. Furthermore, the positioning unit can be based on wireless, electromagnetic detection of the identification element, wherein the actual position is preferably determined from a position-dependent evaluation of received signals, in particular based on signal strengths, transit times, and / or an assignment to multiple detection units.

[0023] By determining the current position of a book, an automatic check of its actual arrangement on the bookshelf can be performed. This allows for a comparison between the actual and target positions, reliably identifying misplacements. This simplifies book organization and contributes to a consistently structured bookshelf arrangement.

[0024] According to an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the detection unit is configured as an RFID reader. Additionally or alternatively, it is advantageous if the identification element is configured as an RFID tag.

[0025] In RFID technology, identification is achieved through wireless data transmission between the RFID reader and the RFID tag. The RFID tag is preferably attached to the book and stores, in particular, the identification data, which can be read by the RFID reader, preferably contactlessly.

[0026] Position determination can be achieved, for example, by evaluating the signals received by the RFID reader based on their position. Additionally or alternatively, the positioning unit can determine the actual position of the book within the bookshelf based on signal strength, propagation times, and / or an assignment to multiple RFID antennas.

[0027] The use of an RFID reader and an RFID tag enables contactless and automated identification of the books. Furthermore, RFID technology allows for the tracking of multiple books and flexible spatial arrangement of the reading unit relative to the identification elements. This accelerates the organizing process and supports reliable location tracking of the books.

[0028] Furthermore, it is advantageous if the identification element, in particular the RFID tag, is attached to the book. Attaching the identification element directly to the book ensures a unique assignment of the identification element to the respective book.

[0029] Advantageously, the signaling unit is designed to output a visual signal. This visual signal provides immediate and easily perceptible feedback to the user. This improves user guidance when sorting books and allows for a quick assessment of the correct arrangement.

[0030] Furthermore, it is advantageous if the signaling unit includes a first signal element and / or a second signal element. Providing both a first and a second signal element allows for different feedback. In particular, the signal elements can indicate whether a book is correctly or incorrectly filed. This enables clear and intuitive user guidance, thereby reducing misplacements.

[0031] In an advantageous embodiment of the invention, the first signaling element is configured as a green light element and / or the second signaling element as a red light element. The color green is typically associated with a correct arrangement, while the color red indicates an incorrect arrangement. This allows the user to immediately perceive the order status of a book, thereby increasing user-friendliness and reducing misplacements.

[0032] It is advantageous if the control unit is designed in such a way that, when the identification element is detected by the detection unit, the identification data regarding the specified target position is compared with an actual position of the book determined by the position determination unit, and depending on the comparison, the first signal element is activated if there is a match and / or the second signal element if there is no match.

[0033] For example, when a book is being shelved, the identification tag attached to the book can be detected by the reading unit. Based on this identification data, the control unit determines the target position assigned to the book and compares it to the actual position of the book on the bookshelf, as determined by the position detection unit. If the actual position matches the target position, the control unit activates the first signal element. If the actual position differs from the target position, the second signal element is activated.

[0034] This automated comparison between the target and actual positions provides immediate feedback on the correct book placement. This allows the user to instantly identify and correct misplacements without manual checks. This simplifies the organizing process, reduces errors, and promotes a consistently structured arrangement of books on the bookshelf.

[0035] Furthermore, a bookshelf with an organizational system for arranging books is proposed. The organizational system is preferably designed according to the preceding description, whereby the mentioned features can be present individually or in any combination.

[0036] For example, a book with an identification tag can be placed on the bookshelf. When the book is placed, the identification tag is detected by the system's sensor unit. The control unit compares the book's target position with its actual position as determined by the position detection unit. Based on this comparison, a signal element of the signal unit is activated, in particular a light, so that the user is immediately shown whether the book is in its designated position on the bookshelf.

[0037] Further advantages of the invention are described in the following exemplary embodiment. It shows: Fig. 1 A schematic perspective view of a bookshelf.

[0038] Fig.Figure 1 shows a schematic perspective view of a bookshelf 10 with an organizing system 1 for arranging books. The organizing system 1 is arranged on the bookshelf 10 and comprises a signaling unit 2, a control unit 3, and an identification system 4.

[0039] The identification system 4 comprises several identification elements 5, which are arranged on different books. Preferably, the identification elements 5 are designed as RFID tags.

[0040] Furthermore, the identification system 4 comprises a detection unit 6 configured to detect the identification elements 5 on the books. The detection unit 6 can, for example, be configured as an optical reading unit or as an electronic reading unit. In a preferred embodiment, the detection unit 6 is configured as an RFID reader designed to detect RFID-based identification elements 5 contactlessly.

[0041] Furthermore, the identification system 4 includes a positioning unit 7, which is designed to determine the actual position of the books within the bookshelf 10. The positioning unit 7 can interact with the detection unit 6. In particular, if RFID-based, the positioning unit 7 can determine the actual position of the books based on received RFID signals, signal strengths, transit times, or an antenna assignment. Alternatively, the positioning unit 7 can also be based on optical or sensor-based positioning.

[0042] The control unit 3 is connected to the identification system 4 and the signal unit 2. The control unit 3 is configured to evaluate identification data from the identification elements 5, wherein the identification data includes at least one predefined target position of the books within the bookshelf 10. The control unit 3 compares the target position with the actual position determined by the position determination unit 7.

[0043] The signaling unit 2 comprises a first signaling element 8 and a second signaling element 9, which are preferably designed as optical signaling elements. Depending on the comparison between the target position and the actual position, the control unit 3 activates the first signaling element 8 if there is a match and the second signaling element 9 if there is a mismatch, in order to provide the user with feedback on the correct or incorrect arrangement of a book in the bookshelf 10.

[0044] The depicted design is schematic. Individual functional units of the ordering system 1 can be arranged together or separately, whereby the functional assignment of the units to each other is maintained.

[0045] In one exemplary embodiment, each book has an identification element 5 in the form of an RFID tag. The detection unit 6 is designed as an RFID reader and detects the RFID tag contactlessly when a book is placed on the bookshelf 10.

[0046] The control unit 3 reads a target position assigned to the book from the identification data of the RFID label and compares this with the actual position of the book in the bookshelf 10 determined by the position determination unit 7.

[0047] If the actual position matches the target position, the control unit 3 activates the first signal element 8, resulting in, for example, a green optical signal. If the actual position deviates from the target position, the second signal element 9 is activated, resulting in, for example, a red optical signal. This allows a user to immediately see whether the book is positioned correctly in the bookshelf 10. Reference symbol list 1. System of classification 2 Signal unit 3 Control unit 4 Identification system 5 Identification element 6 recording units 7 Position determination unit 8 first signal element 9 second signal element 10 bookshelves

Claims

[1] Organization system (1) for organizing books for a bookshelf (10) with a signaling unit (2) for outputting a signal and a control unit (3) for controlling the ordering system (1), characterized by , that the ordering system (1) includes an identification system (4) for identifying a book. [2] Ordering system (1) according to the preceding claim, characterized by , that the identification system (4) comprises an identification element (5) and / or a detection unit (6) for detecting the identification element (5). [3] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the identification element (5) includes identification data of the book, wherein the identification data includes at least a specified target position in the bookshelf (10). [4] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the identification system (4) includes a position determination unit (7) for determining an actual position of the book. [5] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the detection unit (6) is designed as an RFID reader and / or the identification element (5) is designed as an RFID label. [6] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the identification element (5), in particular the RFID label, is arranged on the book. [7] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the signaling unit (2) is designed to output an optical signal. [8] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the signaling unit (2) comprises a first signaling element (8) and / or a second signaling element (9). [9] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by, that the first signal element (8) is designed as a green light element and / or the second signal element (9) as a red light element. [10] Ordering system (1) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized by , that the control unit (3) is designed in such a way as to compare the identification data with respect to the specified target position with an actual position of the book determined by means of the position determination unit (7) when the identification element (5) is detected by means of the detection unit (6), and depending on the comparison, to activate the first signal element (8) if there is a match and / or the second signal element (9) if there is no match. [11] Bookshelf (10) with a system (1) for organizing books, characterized by , that the ordering system (1) is designed according to one of the preceding claims.

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