Guideway device with electronic reproduction means

Abstract

The invention relates to a guideway device (1.1, 1.2), in particular an escalator device or a moving walkway device, having a support structure and a guideway (4) which is formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the support structure, wherein an electronic reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) for reproducing graphics, images, and videos is formed on at least one surface of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2), said surface lying on the exterior at least temporarily during the operation of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2). The invention additionally relates to a component of such a guideway device (1.1, 1.2), having an electronic reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) that is arranged on a component surface, which is externally located at least temporarily, for reproducing graphics, images, and videos, said electronic reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) being integrally formed with the surface which is externally located at least temporarily.

Description

[0001] Guideway device with electronic playback device

[0002] Technical area

[0003] The present invention relates to a guideway device, in particular an escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a supporting structure and a guideway formed by steps or pallets guided on the supporting structure. The present invention further relates to a component of such a

[0004] Guideway device.

[0005] Background of the invention

[0006] A wide variety of guideway devices are known from the state of the art. For example, escalators and moving walkways are used to transport people and goods, particularly when high throughput is required, for example, in public buildings such as shopping centers or at public transport stations.

[0007] There is a fundamental need to integrate guideway devices into their environment in an attractive and practical way, for example with regard to architectural, organizational, technical and / or safety concerns.

[0008] Guideway devices have large geometric dimensions and thus influence the design of the environment in which they are installed. It is therefore common practice to design guideway devices with a visually appealing appearance, for example, with cladding or lighting elements.

[0009] In addition, guideway devices are often integrated into a pedestrian guidance system or are used by people to move around a building in a targeted manner. It is essential that information about movement paths is communicated to the people using them. Relevant information, including information on the functionality of the guideway device, is therefore displayed in the vicinity of the guideway device, for example, on signage.

[0010] Description of the invention

[0011] Based on this situation, it is an object of the present invention to improve the integration of a guideway device in its environment.

[0012] The object of the invention is achieved by the features of the independent main claims. Advantageous embodiments are specified in the subclaims. To the extent technically feasible, the teachings of the subclaims can be combined arbitrarily with the teachings of the main and subclaims.

[0013] In particular, the object is accordingly achieved by a guideway device, in particular an escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a supporting structure, a guideway formed by steps or pallets guided on the supporting structure and a balustrade arranged laterally of the guideway with a glass pane, wherein an electronic display means for displaying graphics, images and videos is formed on at least one surface of the glass pane which is at least temporarily external during operation of the guideway device, wherein the electronic display means is formed integrally with the temporarily external surface.

[0014] Furthermore, the object is accordingly achieved by a guideway device, in particular an escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a support structure, a guideway formed by steps or pallets guided on the support structure and at least one cladding element for cladding the support structure, wherein an electronic display means for displaying graphics, images and videos is formed on at least one surface of the cladding element which is at least temporarily external during operation of the guideway device, wherein the electronic display means is formed integrally with the temporarily external surface.Furthermore, the object is accordingly achieved by a guideway device, in particular an escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a support structure, a guideway formed by steps or pallets guided on the support structure and at least one handrail guided parallel to the guideway, wherein an electronic display means for displaying graphics, images and videos is formed on at least one surface of the handrail which is at least temporarily external during operation of the guideway device, wherein the electronic display means is formed integrally with the temporarily external surface.

[0015] Advantageous aspects of the claimed invention are explained below, and preferred modified embodiments of the invention are further described below. Explanations, particularly regarding advantages and definitions of features, are essentially descriptive and preferred, but not limiting, examples. If an explanation is limiting, this will be expressly stated.

[0016] For the purposes of the present disclosure, the general term "guideway device" primarily refers to escalator devices and moving walkway devices (the latter in particular in a stepless configuration with an at least approximately level alignment or a slight to moderate gradient) as well as related passenger transport devices. A guideway device comprises steps or pallets that are connected, for example, by driven chains or similar drive means, guided in guides, and arranged circumferentially on the support structure. The guides, the drive means, and other components of the guideway device are held within support structures that are formed in particular from at least two opposing side wall units that are connected to one another via crossbeams and optionally also a floor unit.Each side wall unit is preferably formed by at least one side wall and in particular by an upper chord and / or a lower chord. A guide is provided in particular for guiding a guide roller or a chain roller of a step or pallet of a guideway device, on which the respective roller rests or rests and is guided in this way. A surface that is at least temporarily external during operation of the guideway device is understood to be a surface that is visible to a person standing on or in the vicinity of the escalator. This is, for example, an outer surface of a cladding element, such as a side cladding element or a lower cladding element, an inner or outer surface of a balustrade or an upper surface of a handrail.Other external surfaces include, for example, the upper surface of a base, the upper surface of a step or pallet, the front surface of a step, and / or the upper surface of a comb plate. In particular, a surface of a step or pallet or a surface of the handrail may be temporarily concealed, for example, if it is located in the lower, concealed part of a circuit or if a step in a lower or upper area of ​​an escalator is flush with an adjacent step (i.e., not offset upwards).

[0017] A handrail is guided, for example, to the side of the guideway, parallel to the guideway, spaced approximately half a body height upwards from the guideway, and is preferably moved in a rotating manner at the same speed as the steps or pallets, so that a person standing on the guideway does not move relative to the handrail and can hold on to it comfortably. The handrail is preferably guided on a guide, for example at least partially on a balustrade of the guideway device and / or partially directly on the support structure, and is driven by a drive device, in particular a drive device integrally formed with a drive of the drive means described above. Insofar as the handrail is therefore guided on the support structure, it is at least indirectly guided on a component of the guideway device connected to the support structure and / or directly on the support structure.Particularly preferably, a handrail is formed essentially from a rubber material and / or as a composite component. The electronic display means is particularly preferably arranged on an upper side of the handrail and is thus visible to a person viewing the handrail from above.

[0018] A graphic is understood to be an image made up of geometric shapes, which in the present sense can be both static and moving, in particular animated. A graphic can be designed in particular to provide a comprehensible representation of information, particularly technical information, for example as an illustration. An image is understood to be a stationary image that is not made up directly of geometric shapes but rather of free forms and colors. An image is in particular a photograph, an animation and / or an artistically designed image. A video is understood to be moving images. The electronic reproduction medium is set up to selectively display this content and is therefore suitable for displaying all of this content. In particular, the electronic reproduction medium has a plurality of pixels, each of which can be individually changed in terms of its color and brightness.

[0019] If the electronic display means is formed integrally with the surface, it is, for example, glued to the surface or enclosed between several material layers forming the surface. In one embodiment, the electronic display means is further covered by a protective element such as a protective pane or a protective film and is thus arranged integrally between the component of the guideway device and the protective pane or the protective film. An integral design of the electronic display means is further achieved, for example, by enclosing the electronic display means in the material of a component of the guideway device.

[0020] The above solutions to the problem now comprise the technical teaching that at least one surface of the balustrade, the cladding element, or the handrail can be visually designed using the electronic display means. The visual design can, for example, serve architectural purposes, i.e., make the integration of the escalator into its surroundings visually appealing through the display of decorative motifs, graphic designs, animations, or the like. The visual design can also serve practical and / or technical purposes and, for example, display the direction of travel of the guideway device, a signpost, an information element of a pedestrian guidance system, everyday information, and / or a usage or safety instruction, in particular displaying it in an animated or otherwise moving manner. The visual design can also, for example, be directed towards advertising purposes.In general, the visual design can therefore be intended to attract and / or direct the attention of a person, especially a person using the guideway device. The electronic display means thus enables improved integration of the guideway device into its environment, whereby this integration is possible in a particularly diverse way and with regard to various aspects.

[0021] Furthermore, the integral design of the electronic display means with the surface ensures a particularly minimal visual impact on the external appearance of the guideway device, both when the electronic display means is in operation and when it is deactivated. The external appearance of the guideway device is therefore not negatively influenced, or at least not significantly so, by the electronic display means.

[0022] Particularly preferably, one balustrade is arranged on each side of the guideway, with a previously described electronic display means being arranged optionally on one or both balustrades. A balustrade serves to secure the guideway, in particular against a person using the guideway device falling, and also usually has a guide for a handrail. The balustrade is held in particular on a side wall unit of the supporting structure and particularly preferably comprises a planar element such as a glass pane that is continuous at least in some areas. The electronic display means is preferably formed on the planar element and thus serves to visually design the planar element, optionally towards an inner side, i.e. the area of ​​the guideway, and / or towards an outer side of the guideway device, i.e. an area surrounding the guideway device.

[0023] Preferably, the electronic display means in the corresponding embodiment is formed over the entire balustrade, so that the balustrade can be designed entirely by the electronic display means. On the balustrade, the electronic display means then serves, in particular, to display graphics, images, and videos to persons in the vicinity of the guideway device, who can view the balustrade or a graphic, image, or video displayed on it in its entirety from a certain distance. 1

[0024] The cladding element is, for example, a side or a bottom cladding element and is designed as a sheet metal panel held on the support structure. Particularly preferably, a plurality of cladding elements form a continuous cladding of the support structure. The electronic reproduction means is formed on an outer side of the cladding element and thus serves to visually design the cladding towards an outer side of the guideway device. The electronic reproduction means is preferably formed over the entire cladding so that the cladding can be designed entirely using the electronic reproduction means. On the cladding element, the electronic reproduction means is used in particular to reproduce graphics, images and videos to people in the vicinity of the guideway device who can see the cladding or a graphic or image shown on it from a certain distance.be able to capture an image or video displayed on it in its entirety.

[0025] An arrangement of the electronic display means on the handrail is particularly suitable for displaying information related to the aforementioned purposes, since it can advantageously be expected that a person using the guideway device regularly looks at the handrail, namely when the person places a hand there when climbing onto the guideway device. Even while a person is standing or walking on the guideway, the handrail, in particular the upper side of the handrail, is in the person's immediate field of vision. The electronic display means is therefore preferably arranged on an upper side of the handrail.

[0026] In one embodiment, the handrail is guided at least partially along the balustrade. The handrail is positioned particularly conveniently on the balustrade, particularly at a particularly convenient height and with minimal structural effort.

[0027] In one embodiment of the guideway device with electronic display means arranged on the handrail, a primary part of a device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy is arranged on a fixed component of the guideway device, and a secondary part of a device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy is arranged on the handrail and is connected to the electronic display means. The primary part and the secondary part together form the device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy, which may further comprise or be connected to connecting lines, storage devices, or control units. The device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy enables the transmission of data necessary for the operation of the electronic display means or the transmission of energy necessary for the operation of the electronic display means without the functionality of the handrail being restricted or impeded.If the secondary part is connected to the electronic display device, it is, for example, formed integrally with the electronic display device. Alternatively, the secondary part can also be arranged on the handrail at a distance from the electronic display device and connected to at least one electronic display device by a connecting line arranged in / on the handrail. In one embodiment, the secondary part is arranged on an underside of the handrail facing away from the top side of the handrail.

[0028] In one configuration of the aforementioned embodiment of the guideway device, a plurality of primary parts of the device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy are arranged along the guide of the handrail. In this way, a transmission of data and / or energy is possible in a plurality of positions of the handrail or in a plurality of positions of the secondary part along the guide of the handrail. In the same way and with the same advantages, in one configuration of the embodiment, a plurality of secondary parts of the device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy are arranged along the handrail. In particular, the primary parts and / or the secondary part orthe secondary parts each have an extension in the guide direction of the handrail which enables contact between at least one pair of primary part and secondary part for transmitting data and / or energy in every position of the handrail along its circumference. In one configuration of the embodiment described above, at least one primary part is arranged on the support structure and / or at least one primary part is arranged on the balustrade. The plurality of primary parts and / or the plurality of secondary parts are preferably each connected to one another via connecting lines so that the same data or the same energy is provided to all primary parts and / or transmitted data and / or transmitted energy is available distributed over the handrail, for example on several electronic display devices.

[0029] In a particularly preferred embodiment of the aforementioned embodiment, the device for contactless transmission of data and / or energy is designed for inductive transmission of the data and / or energy, with the primary part and the secondary part each being designed, in particular, as coils. This enables a particularly simple and secure contactless transmission of data and / or energy.

[0030] In an alternative embodiment of the guideway device with electronic display means arranged on the handrail to the previously described embodiment, a primary part of a device for contact-based transmission of data and / or energy is arranged on a fixed component of the guideway device, and a secondary part connected to the electronic display means is arranged on the handrail. In particular, the primary part and the secondary part are each designed as sliding contacts. This creates a particularly simple, secure, and cost-effective transmission of data and / or energy, which does not restrict or impede the functionality of the handrail, or at least only restricts and / or impedes it to a very small extent.

[0031] Furthermore, in a guideway device with electronic display means arranged on the handrail, the electronic display means is preferably designed as a flexible screen. Such a flexible screen, also known as a "smart foil," is constructed, for example, from ultra-thin (O)LED or LCD layers encased in flexible and impact-resistant materials such as transparent plastics. Particularly preferably, the flexible screen is also designed to be stretchable. A flexible screen can be used in a variety of ways to display graphics, images, and videos and typically has a graphic resolution sufficient for the visual design of the surface of the guideway device.Advantageously, a flexible screen can be attached to the surface of the handrail, whereby the surface contour of the flexible screen can easily and in particular without damage follow the movement of the handrail surface as a result of its circumferential guidance on the supporting structure. In particular, the flexible screen follows a conventional 180° turn of the handrail at each end of the guideway device without damage. The flexible screen is therefore particularly suitable for being arranged on a moving component of the guideway device in general and on the moving handrail in particular, without restricting or hindering the functionality of the component / handrail.

[0032] In addition to the solutions described above, a further electronic display means can be formed on at least one step or pallet. The electronic display means is particularly preferably arranged on an upper tread or a front surface of the step and faces a person using the guideway device. On the step or pallet, the electronic display means serves in particular to display graphics, images and videos to persons on the guideway device and is therefore particularly suitable for displaying information regarding the use of the escalator with regard to technical and / or safety aspects. For example, the person using the guideway device can be informed of an approaching end of the guideway device or of a safe distance to one side of the guideway device.

[0033] In addition to the solutions described above, the guideway device has at least one comb plate arranged at one end of the guideway, with a further electronic display means formed on the comb plate. The electronic display means is preferably arranged on an upper tread surface of the comb plate. On the comb plate, the electronic display means serves in particular to display graphics, images, and videos to persons located on the guideway device and is therefore, just like an electronic display means formed on a step or pallet, particularly suitable for displaying information regarding the use of the escalator with regard to technical and / or safety aspects.Insofar as an electronic display means is formed on a step, pallet or comb plate of a guideway device, pixels of the electronic display means, which are formed in particular by LEDs, are arranged between webs of the step, pallet or comb plate.

[0034] In one embodiment, an electronic display means is formed on each of the aforementioned components of the guideway device, wherein the multiple electronic display means then provided on the guideway device interact with one another and display related graphics, images and videos or can display content independently of one another. For example, the multiple electronic display means can each display content independently of one another for which they are particularly suitable due to their arrangement on the guideway device. The electronic display means on different components can also form a display surface that is at least apparently continuous or display content in such a way that they appear like a continuous surface in order to achieve a particularly appealing visual design.

[0035] Furthermore, the electronic display means is preferably designed as an LED matrix. Such an LED matrix can be used in a variety of ways to display graphics, images, and videos, has a graphic resolution sufficient for the visual design of the surface of the guideway device, and is also relatively inexpensive. Depending on the desired visual design options and the necessary resolution of the LED matrix, a higher or lower resolution can be selected with corresponding cost advantages. In a guideway device with an electronic display means formed on the handrail, for example, each pixel of the LED matrix formed by an individual LED is arranged to be movable independently of other pixels on the handrail. Such an LED matrix can then also easily follow the movement of the handrail.

[0036] Preferably, the LED matrix is ​​transparent when switched off. This achieves the particular advantage that the guideway device has a visually appealing appearance even when the LED matrix is ​​switched off, and the LED matrix is ​​barely visible or not visible at all, at least from a sufficient distance, to a person in the vicinity of the guideway device. This advantage is particularly achieved when the LED matrix is ​​formed on a glass pane of the balustrade, whereby the balustrade is then completely transparent when the LED matrix is ​​switched off.

[0037] Particularly preferably, the guideway device has at least one control unit signal-connected to the electronic display means, wherein the control unit is configured to control the electronic display means for displaying graphics, images, and / or videos. In particular, the control unit is arranged on the primary side of a device for transmitting data and / or energy, i.e., signal-connected to the primary part(s) of such a device. In one embodiment, the control unit or the guideway device further has a storage unit for permanently storing a graphics file, an image file, and / or a video file, wherein the control unit controls the electronic display means for displaying at least one such stored file.In a further embodiment, the track device comprises a data exchange device by means of which files can be exchanged with a source located outside the track device, for example, a network adapter and / or a cable interface. The control unit controls the electronic playback device for playback of at least one file received by means of the data exchange device. Preferably, the control unit is a central control unit of the track device and thus controls further functions of the track device. An alternatively, separately designed control unit can, for example, be signal-connected to a central control unit of the track device.

[0038] In a further embodiment, the guideway device has at least one sensor for detecting a position of a person located on the guideway or in the vicinity of the guideway device, wherein the control unit is configured to control the electronic display means for displaying graphics, images and / or videos depending on the position. This makes it possible to place the content displayed by the electronic display means in such a way that it lies within the person's field of perception, in particular throughout the person's entire use of the guideway device. For example, information can be displayed by means of an electronic display means in the area of ​​the balustrade, the step / pallet or the handrail directly in front of the person located on the guideway and can move parallel to the person along the guideway on the electronic display means.Furthermore, content could, for example, only be displayed on an electronic display device when the person is sufficiently close to it, such as an electronic display device mounted on a comb plate or balustrade. Particularly advantageous in this way, a visual design can also be customized based on certain characteristics of the person detected by the sensor.

[0039] In yet another embodiment of the track device, the control unit is configured to control the electronic display device for displaying graphics, images, and / or videos depending on an operating state of the track device. An operating state is defined, in particular, by whether the track device is moving or not and the direction of travel in which the track device is operating. An operating state can also be a capacity utilization, a maintenance interval, or another technical parameter of the track device.

[0040] The object is further achieved by a component of a previously described guideway device, designed as a balustrade, a cladding element, or a handrail, comprising an electronic display device arranged on an at least temporarily external surface of the component for displaying graphics, images, and videos. The component can achieve the advantages described above with regard to the guideway device in a corresponding manner. In particular, the electronic display device formed on the component enables improved integration of the guideway device into its surroundings with regard to a variety of aspects through its optical design. Brief description of the drawings

[0041] The invention will be explained in more detail below with reference to preferred embodiments and the accompanying drawings. The term "figure" is abbreviated to "Fig."

[0042] The drawings show

[0043] Fig. 1 is a schematic side view of a guideway device according to a preferred embodiment of the invention;

[0044] Fig. 2 is a schematic plan view of a guideway device according to a preferred embodiment of the invention;

[0045] Fig. 3 is a plan view of an electronic display means for a track device;

[0046] Fig. 4 is a schematic side view of a guideway device according to another preferred embodiment of the invention;

[0047] Fig. 5 is a detailed view of a handrail of the guideway device according to Fig. 4;

[0048] Fig. 6 is a perspective view of a guideway device according to a preferred embodiment of the invention; and

[0049] Fig. 7 is a perspective view of an electronic display means for a track device.

[0050] Detailed description of the drawings

[0051] The described embodiments are merely examples which can be modified and / or supplemented in many ways within the scope of the claims. Each feature described for a specific embodiment can be used independently or in combination with other features in any other embodiment. Each feature described for an embodiment of a specific claim category can also be used correspondingly in an embodiment of a different claim category. Figure 1 shows a side view of a guideway device 1.1 of a first embodiment designed as an escalator device, wherein the guideway device 1.1 has a supporting structure in a lower region which is concealed by a lateral panel 2. The panel 2 is formed by panel elements 2.1.Steps 3 are guided into the supporting structure, which together form a walkway 4 designed as a staircase (shown in Figure 2). Balustrades 5 extend upwards from the supporting structure to the sides of the walkway 4, providing fall protection for persons on the walkway 4. Handrails 6 are arranged on the upper side of the balustrades 5. The steps 3 and the handrails 6 extend around the walkway device 1.1.

[0052] A first electronic display means 7.1 is formed on the side of the cladding 2. The first electronic display means 7.1 is designed as a transparent LED matrix 10, as shown, for example, in Figure 3. Such an LED matrix 10 is, for example, glued to the cladding elements 2.1 and covered, for example, with a protective film not shown in detail. The first electronic display means 7.1 can display content on the cladding 2, namely graphics, images, or videos, in order to visually design the cladding 2 and thus integrate the guideway device 1.1 into its surroundings.

[0053] A second electronic display means 7.2 is formed on the balustrade 5, which is also designed as an LED matrix 10. The second electronic display means 7.2 is integrated, for example, into a glass pane of the balustrade 5, such as enclosed between several panes in a multi-pane glass unit. The second electronic display means 7.2 can display content on the balustrade 5, namely graphics, images, or videos, in order to visually design the balustrade 5 and thus integrate the guideway device 1.1 into its surroundings. Furthermore, related content can be displayed on the first electronic display means 7.1 and the second electronic display means 7.2, which, for example, together form a continuous image in order to visually design the guideway device 1.1 as a whole and thus integrate it into its surroundings.On the balustrade 5 there is also a third electronic display device 7.3, a fourth electronic display device 7.4 and a fifth electronic device.

[0054] Display means 7.5 and a sixth electronic display means 7.6 are formed, which are also designed as an LED matrix 10 and are integrated, for example, into a glass pane of the balustrade 5, for example enclosed between several panes in a multi-pane glass unit. The electronic display means 7.3, 7.4, 7.5 and 7.6 can display content on the balustrade 5, namely graphics, images or videos, in order to visually design the balustrade 5, especially in the landing areas of the escalator, and thus integrate the guideway device 1.1 into its surroundings. In particular, the electronic display means 7.3, 7.4, 7.5 and 7.6 can display, in particular animated, traffic light colors or directional arrows to display information on the operating status of the escalator that is particularly relevant in the landing areas.5 also serve in particular to form a continuous surface with the electronic reproduction means 7.2 and 7.3 or 7.2 and 7.5, which can be optically designed.

[0055] Furthermore, a seventh electronic display means 7.7, which is also designed as an LED matrix 10, is formed on an underside of the cover 2. The seventh electronic display means 7.7 corresponds in its design and function to the first electronic display means 7.1 on the side of the cover 2.

[0056] Figure 2 shows a plan view of the travel path 4 formed by the steps 3. In the area shown, the steps 3 are shaped into a staircase in that the steps 3 are each arranged offset in height from adjacent steps 3. In this way, a tread surface 3.1 and a front surface 3.2 are arranged on the outside of each step 3. According to an embodiment described only in addition, parts of an eighth electronic display means 7.8 are formed on the tread surface 3.1 and / or the front surface 3.2 of a group of steps 3. The eighth electronic display means 7.8 is designed as an LED matrix 10, with individual LEDs being arranged, for example, between the webs of the steps 3. The eighth electronic display means 7.8 can display content on the travel path 4, namely graphics, images, or videos, in order to visually design the travel path 4 and thus the travel path device 1.1 into its environment. In particular, the eighth electronic display device 7.8 is positioned directly in front of a person standing on the roadway 4 and is therefore particularly suitable for displaying information relevant to that person.

[0057] Furthermore, a sensor 9, designed as a camera and shown in Figure 1, is arranged on the guideway device 1.1. This sensor is designed to detect the position of a person located on the guideway 4. In one embodiment, content is then displayed on the electronic display means 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, and 7.8 depending on the position detected by the sensor 9, for example, directly in front of the person.

[0058] Furthermore, a control unit 11, shown very schematically in Figure 1, is arranged on the guideway device 1.1. The control unit is configured to control one of the electronic display means 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8 for displaying graphics, images, and / or videos. The control unit 11 may further comprise, or interact with, a storage unit (not shown) for permanently storing a graphics file, an image file, and / or a video file and / or a data exchange device such as a network adapter.

[0059] Figure 3 shows an LED matrix 10, wherein the electronic display means 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, and 7.8 are formed, for example, by such an LED matrix 10. The LED matrix 10 has a plurality of pixels 10.1 formed by LEDs, the spacing of which determines the resolution of the electronic display means 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8. The spacing and thus the resolution can be selected accordingly depending on the use and position of the electronic display means 7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8. The LED matrix 10 is also transparent and, therefore, in a switched-off state, is not or barely perceptible, at least from a sufficient distance. An arrangement of the LED matrix 10 on a component of the guideway device 1.1 is possible, for example, by means of material closure, in particular adhesive closure, by means of form closure and / or by means of force closure.Figure 4 shows a guideway device 1.2 designed as an escalator device of a further embodiment in side view, which is similar to the guideway device 1.1 in essential features not described again.

[0060] Figure 5 shows a schematic detailed representation of a section of the handrail 6 in a detailed side view. A ninth electronic display means 7.9 is formed on the handrail 6. Specifically, the ninth electronic display means 7.9 is arranged on an upper side 6.1 of the handrail 6, in particular glued there. The ninth electronic display means 7.9 is designed as a flexible screen 12, as shown, for example, in Figure 7. Such a flexible screen 12 is covered, for example, on the handrail 6, with a protective film (not shown in detail).

[0061] On the guideway device 1.2, namely on the balustrade 5 on the one hand and the supporting structure on the other hand, there are also highly schematically shown primary parts 13.1,

[0062] 13.2, 13.3, 13.5 of a device for contactless transmission of data and / or energy, as shown in Figures 4 and 5. The primary parts 13.1, 13.2,

[0063] 13.3, 13.4 are connected to each other via a connecting line 14 and to a control unit 11 of the guideway device 1.2 and are configured to transmit data and / or energy to a secondary part 15 arranged in the handrail 6 as a result of control commands from the control unit 11, as shown in Figure 5. The secondary part 15 is arranged on or in the area of ​​an underside 6.2 of the handrail 6 and, when the handrail 6 rotates, moves along the primary parts 13.1, 13.2,

[0064] 13.3, 13.4. As long as there is an overlap between the secondary part 15 and a primary part 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4, a contactless transmission of data and / or energy is possible. The primary parts 13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4 and the secondary part 15 accordingly have a relatively long extension in the guide direction F of the handrail 6 and are designed in particular as coils. The secondary part 15 is further connected to the ninth electronic display means 7.9 by means of a connecting line 16 in order to be able to receive data from a primary part 13.1, 13.2,

[0065] 13.3, 13.4 to transmit data and / or energy received to the ninth electronic display means 7.9. Both the ninth electronic display means 7.9 and the secondary part 15 can preferably also be arranged on the handrail 6 in multiple locations and connected to one another via additional connecting lines 16.

[0066] The control unit 11 in the guideway device 1.2 is configured to control the ninth electronic display means 7.9 via the device for contactless transmission of data and / or energy for displaying graphics, images and / or videos.

[0067] The ninth electronic display means 7.9 can display content on the handrail 6, namely graphics, images, or videos, in order to visually design the handrail 6 and thus integrate the guideway device 1.2 into its surroundings. As shown in Figure 6, the ninth electronic display means 7 can, for example, display information 8.1 regarding the operating status of the guideway device 1.2 as the first information, in this case an indication that the guideway device 1.2 is operating opposite to the viewing direction and therefore should not / may not be entered from the viewing direction.

[0068] Furthermore, for example, the second information item 8.2 displays text information from a passenger guidance system, in this case information about the departure time and location of a train. Furthermore, the third information item 8.3 displays a text advertisement. The information items 8.1, 8.2, 8.3 are arranged in an entrance area of ​​the guideway device 1.2, in the area of ​​a turn on the handrail 6, in such a way that they are safely and clearly visible to a person standing in front of the guideway device 1.2 or approaching the guideway device 1.2.

[0069] Figure 7 shows a flexible screen 12, wherein the ninth electronic display means 7.9 is formed, for example, by such a flexible screen 12. In addition to a screen film 12.1, the flexible screen 12 has a control unit 12.2 and a connecting line 12.3 for connecting the screen film 12.1 to the control unit 12.2. All of these components can be arranged on the handrail 6, or the control unit 12.2 can be integrated into the control unit 11 of the guideway device 1.2. An arrangement of the flexible screen 12 on the handrail 6 of the guideway device 1.2 is possible, for example, by means of material connection, in particular adhesive connection, by means of form-fitting connection, and / or by means of frictional connection.

[0070] List of reference symbols

[0071] 1.1 Guideway device

[0072] 1.2 Guideway device

[0073] 2 cladding

[0074] 2.1 Cladding element of the cladding

[0075] 3rd level

[0076] 3.1 Step tread

[0077] 3.2 front surface of the step

[0078] 4 Driveway

[0079] 5 Balustrade

[0080] 6 Handrail

[0081] 6.1 Top of the handrail

[0082] 6.2 Underside of the handrail

[0083] 7.1 first electronic means of reproduction

[0084] 7.2 second electronic means of reproduction

[0085] 7.3 third electronic means of reproduction

[0086] 7.4 fourth electronic means of reproduction

[0087] 7.5 fifth electronic means of reproduction

[0088] 7.6 sixth electronic means of reproduction

[0089] 7.7 seventh electronic means of reproduction

[0090] 7.8 eighth electronic means of reproduction

[0091] 7.9 ninth electronic means of reproduction

[0092] 8.1 Initial information

[0093] 8.2 second information

[0094] 8.3 third information

[0095] 9 Sensor

[0096] 10 LED matrix

[0097] 10.1 Pixel of the LED matrix

[0098] 11 Control unit

[0099] 12 flexible screen

[0100] 12.1 Flexible screen film

[0101] 12.2 Flexible screen control unit 12.3 Flexible screen connection cable

[0102] 13.1 Primary part of the device for transmitting data and / or energy

[0103] 13.2 Primary part of the device for transmitting data and / or energy

[0104] 13.3 Primary part of the device for transmitting data and / or energy 13.4 Primary part of the device for transmitting data and / or energy

[0105] 14 connecting line

[0106] 15 Secondary part of the device for transmitting data and / or energy

[0107] 16 connecting line

[0108] F Guide direction

Claims

Patent claims 1. A guideway device (1.1, 1.2), in particular an escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a supporting structure; a guideway (4) formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the supporting structure; and a balustrade (5) arranged laterally of the guideway (4) and having a glass pane; wherein an electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) for displaying graphics, images, and videos is formed on at least one surface of the glass pane that is at least temporarily exposed during operation of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2); characterized in that the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is formed integrally with the temporarily exposed surface.

2. A guideway device (1.1, 1.2), in particular an escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a supporting structure; a guideway (4) formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the supporting structure; and at least one cladding element (2.1) for cladding the supporting structure; wherein an electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) for displaying graphics, images, and videos is formed on at least one surface of the cladding element (2.1) that is at least temporarily exposed during operation of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2); characterized in that the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is formed integrally with the temporarily exposed surface.

3. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2), in particular escalator device or moving walkway device, comprising a supporting structure; a guideway (4) formed by steps (3) or pallets guided on the support structure; and at least one handrail (6) guided parallel to the guideway (4); wherein an electronic Reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) are designed to reproduce graphics, images and videos; characterized in that the electronic reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is formed integrally with the temporarily outer surface.

4. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 3, wherein the handrail (6) is guided at least partially around the balustrade (5).

5. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 3 or 4, wherein on a fixed component of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2) a primary part (13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4), in particular along the guide of the handrail (6) several Primary parts (13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4), and on the handrail (6) a secondary part (15) of a device for the contactless transmission of data and / or energy is arranged, which is connected to the electronic reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9).

6. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 5, wherein at least one primary part (13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4) is arranged on the support structure and / or at least one primary part (13.1, 13.2, 13.3, 13.4) is arranged on the balustrade (5).

7. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 3 or 4, wherein a primary part is arranged on a fixed component of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2) and a secondary part of a device for contact-based transmission of data and / or energy is arranged on the handrail (6), said secondary part being connected to the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9), wherein the primary part and the secondary part are each designed, in particular, as sliding contacts.

8. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to one of claims 3 to 7, wherein the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed as a flexible screen (12).

9. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to one of claims 1 to 7, wherein the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is designed as an LED matrix (10).

10. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 9, wherein the LED matrix (10) is transparent in a switched-off state.

11. A guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to one of the preceding claims, comprising at least one control unit (11) signal-connected to the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9); wherein the control unit (11) is configured to control the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) for displaying graphics, images, and / or videos.

12. The guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 11, comprising at least one sensor (9) for detecting a position of a person located on the guideway (4) or in the vicinity of the guideway device (1.1, 1.2); wherein the control unit (11) is configured to control the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) depending on the position for displaying graphics, images, and / or videos.

13. Guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to claim 11 or 12, wherein the Control unit (11) is designed to control the electronic reproduction means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) depending on an operating state of the To control the track device (1.1, 1.2) for displaying graphics, images and / or videos.

14. A component of a guideway device (1.1, 1.2) according to one of the preceding claims, designed as a balustrade (5), a cladding element (2.1) or a handrail (6), comprising an electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) arranged on an at least temporarily external surface of the component for displaying graphics, images and videos; wherein the electronic display means (7.1, 7.2, 7.3, 7.4, 7.5, 7.6, 7.7, 7.8, 7.9) is formed integrally with the temporarily external surface.

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