Acquisition device and information collection system

The acquisition device and information collection system using an unmanned vehicle for wireless power and data transmission address the challenge of remote data acquisition in environments without power or network infrastructure, enhancing data accuracy and reducing installation costs.

JP2025168411APending Publication Date: 2025-11-07JVC KENWOOD CORP
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Application Number
JP2025138907
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JP · JP
Patent Type
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Filing Date
2025-08-22
Publication Date
2025-11-07

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Technical Problem

In depopulated areas or environments where power supply and network facilities are unavailable or vulnerable, existing smart meter systems face challenges in remote data acquisition due to the absence or inadequacy of power supply and network infrastructure.

Method used

An acquisition device that utilizes an unmanned vehicle to wirelessly transmit power and data, enabling the acquisition device to operate without requiring local power or network infrastructure, and an information collection system that includes a power receiving unit, sensor, and transmitting unit to capture and transmit detection information.

Benefits of technology

Enables remote data acquisition in environments lacking power supply and network facilities, reducing installation costs and improving data accuracy while simplifying the installation process.

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Abstract

To provide a technology that can remotely acquire detection information in environments where at least one of power supply equipment and network equipment is not present or is vulnerable.SOLUTION: In an acquisition device 10, a power reception unit 12 receives power transmitted wirelessly from an unmanned mobile vehicle 30. A sensor 18 operates with power received by the power reception unit 12 and acquires detection information. A transmission unit 22 operates with power received by the power reception unit 12 and transmits data based on the detection information acquired by the sensor 18 to the unmanned mobile vehicle 30 wirelessly.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 4
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[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to an acquisition device and an information collection system for acquiring information detected by a sensor. [Background technology]

[0002] In recent years, water meters, gas meters, etc. have been replaced with smart meters, allowing meters to be read remotely. For example, Patent Document 1 discloses a method for removing the ion exchange film. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0003] [Patent Document 1] International Publication No. 2016 / 027612 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0004] To use smart meters, power supply equipment and network equipment are required. However, in depopulated areas, mountains, mines, etc., at least one of the power supply facilities and network facilities is Network facilities, whether wireless or wired, may be unavailable or vulnerable. It is a facility for connecting to a network such as the Internet.

[0005] The object of the present invention is to provide a system in which at least one of power supply equipment and network equipment does not exist or is not provided. The purpose of this invention is to provide a technology that can remotely obtain detection information in vulnerable environments. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] In order to solve the above problem, an acquisition device according to an embodiment of the present invention is a device for acquiring information transmitted wirelessly from an unmanned vehicle. The power receiving unit receives the power transmitted from the power receiving unit, and the power receiving unit operates using the power received by the power receiving unit and acquires the detection information. The power receiving unit operates using the power received by the sensor and outputs data based on the detection information acquired by the sensor. and a transmitting unit that wirelessly transmits the data to the unmanned vehicle.

[0007] Another aspect of the present invention is an information collection system. The information collection system includes an acquisition device and and an unmanned mobile object. The acquisition device receives power wirelessly transmitted from the unmanned mobile object. a power receiving unit that receives power from the power receiving unit, a sensor that operates using the power received by the power receiving unit and acquires detection information; It operates using received power and transmits data based on the detection information acquired by the sensor to the unmanned vehicle. The unmanned mobile object has a power transmitting unit that transmits power wirelessly to the power receiving unit. and a receiving unit that receives the data transmitted from the transmitting unit.

[0008] Any combination of the above components, and the expression of the present invention may be used as a method, an apparatus, a system, a recording medium, Conversions between the body, computer program, etc. are also valid aspects of the present invention. be. [Effects of the Invention]

[0009] According to the present invention, there is provided a system in which at least one of a power supply facility and a network facility does not exist or is not provided. can remotely obtain detection information in vulnerable environments. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0010] [Figure 1] 1 is a perspective view showing a schematic configuration of an information collection system according to a first embodiment. [Figure 2] FIG. 2 is a schematic top view of the meter of FIG. 1. [Figure 3] FIG. 2 is a schematic side view of the acquisition device and meter of FIG. 1. [Figure 4]FIG. 2 is a diagram illustrating a functional configuration of the information collection system of FIG. [Figure 5] 2 is a flowchart showing the processing of the acquisition device of FIG. 1. [Figure 6] FIG. 10 is a perspective view showing a schematic configuration of an information collection system according to a second embodiment. [Figure 7] FIG. 7 is a schematic bottom view of the housing of FIG. 6. [Figure 8] FIG. 7 is a schematic top view of the acquisition device of FIG. 6. [Figure 9] 7 is a perspective view showing a state in which a container in the information collection system of FIG. 6 is lowered and placed on an acquisition device. FIG. DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0011] (First embodiment) FIG. 1 is a perspective view showing a schematic configuration of an information collection system 1 according to the first embodiment. The information collection system 1 collects information on the amount of water used from each of a plurality of water meters. The information collection system 1 includes an acquisition device 10 and an unmanned vehicle 30.

[0012] The acquisition device 10 is attached to a water meter 62 in advance. The acquisition device 10 is installed in each of the data acquisition devices 62, and the information collection system 1 includes a plurality of acquisition devices 10. 1 shows one of the multiple acquisition devices 10.

[0013] 2 is a schematic top view of the meter 62 of FIG. 1. The meter 62 is connected to the water pipe 60. The amount of water used is measured by a mechanical analyzer, and the measured amount of water used is displayed numerically on the display unit 64. It is a log meter.

[0014] 3 is a schematic side view of the acquisition device 10 and meter 62 of FIG. The meter 62 includes a housing 24 and a fixing member 28. The fixing member 28 is provided along the edge of the meter 62. The fixing member 28 may be any material, such as an adhesive, a pressure sensitive adhesive, or the like. , a member fixed with a screw, etc. This allows the existing meter 62 to be installed without replacing it. The acquisition device 10 can be easily attached.

[0015] The acquisition device 10 can capture an image of the display unit 64 of the meter 62. 0 operates using power supplied from the unmanned vehicle 30.

[0016] The fixing member 28 substantially seals the space between the housing 24 and the meter 62. The display unit 64 of the meter 62 is less susceptible to water droplets and dirt, and the acquisition device 10 is attached to the meter 62. After installation, there is no need to clean the display unit 64 periodically, and the image on the display unit 64 can be captured clearly. can.

[0017] The meter 62 is a mechanical meter that measures the amount of fluid or gas used or the flow rate. It is not limited to water meters, but may also be a gas meter, etc., and may be used in plants such as factories. The meter 62 is not limited to a meter that directly displays a numerical value, but may be a meter that indicates It may also be one that indicates the numerical value with a needle.

[0018] Returning to FIG. 1, the unmanned mobile object 30 is, for example, an unmanned aerial vehicle such as a drone. Depending on the location where the unmanned vehicle 10 is installed, the unmanned vehicle 30 may be an unmanned vehicle, a ship-type robot, an underwater robot, or the like. The unmanned vehicle 30 may be remotely controlled by a human operator via radio. Alternatively, it may be autonomously controlled, or a combination of both. The body 30 stores the position information of the plurality of acquisition devices 10 in advance, and the stored position information and G The location information derived by the PS and surrounding images taken by a camera (not shown) are also used. Based on this, it moves autonomously using well-known technology.

[0019] When the unmanned mobile body 30 reads a plurality of meters 62, the acquisition device of each meter 62 The robot moves to the location of each acquisition device 10 in order to collect information from each acquisition device 10. The unmanned vehicle 30 can also be called an information collection device. The unmanned vehicle 30 approaches the target acquisition device 10. Or, the object lands on the upper surface 24a of the housing 24 of the acquisition device 10 and strikes the acquisition device 10. The acquisition device 10 performs wireless power supply and uses the supplied power to display the display unit 64 of the meter 62. The data of the amount of water used obtained from the image is received from the acquisition device 10, and the received data is stored. The unmanned vehicle 30 that has received the data takes off and moves toward the next acquisition device 10. do.

[0020] The acquisition device 10 has a mark 26 disposed on the top surface of the housing 24. The mark 26 is This is for adjusting the position of the human moving object 30 relative to the power receiving unit 12, and may be of any shape. For example, it may be a square of several centimeters on each side.

[0021] When the unmanned vehicle 30 approaches or lands on the acquisition device 10, the acquisition device 10 captures the captured image captured by the camera. The position of the device 10 relative to the power receiving unit 12 is adjusted based on the image of the mark 26. For example, The unmanned vehicle 30 derives the number of pixels and the position of the mark 26 in the captured image, and The distance to the acquisition device 10 is calculated based on the number of pixels, and the plane is calculated based on the position of the mark 26 in the image. This allows the positional relationship between the unmanned vehicle 30 and the power receiving unit 12 to be adjusted. The unmanned vehicle 30 can locate the location of the acquisition device 10 based on the mark 26 in the captured image. All you need to do is derive the distance, and you can use information other than the number of pixels (image size), such as brightness, color, and blur shape. The distance may be derived using the information.

[0022] The unmanned vehicle 30 collects data from a predetermined number of acquisition devices 10 and then operates the vehicle. Move to a designated location such as a base where operators or workers are waiting. The operator or worker acquires the numerical data stored in the unmanned vehicle 30.

[0023] 4 shows a functional configuration of the information collection system 1 shown in FIG. 1. The acquisition device 10 includes a power receiving unit 12, It has a power storage unit 14, a power supply unit 16, a sensor 18, a CPU 20, and a transmission unit 22. The body 30 includes a control unit 32, a battery 34, a switch unit 36, a power transmission unit 38, a receiving unit 40, and a CP The unmanned vehicle 30 has a drive unit U42 and a memory unit 44. The battery 34 may be used both as a power supply battery and as a battery for supplying power to the information collection system 1. Alternatively, the battery may be stored as a separate battery.

[0024] In the unmanned vehicle 30, the control unit 32 controls the motor (not shown) and other components using well-known technology. The battery 34 controls the drive of the control unit 32, the receiver 33, and the movement of the unmanned vehicle 30. The battery 34 supplies power to the power supply 40, the CPU 42, the memory unit 44, the motor, etc. When the switch 36 is in a conductive state, the battery 34 supplies power to the power transmission unit 38. When the switch unit 36 ​​is in a non-conductive state, the power supply to the power transmission unit 38 is cut off. 6 is, for example, an electronic switch, which is turned on or off according to the control of the CPU 42. The CPU 42 switches to the state when the unmanned vehicle 30 and the acquisition device 10 are in a predetermined positional relationship. When the switch 36 is turned on, or when the operator gives an instruction by radio, do.

[0025] The power transmission unit 38 wirelessly transmits the power supplied from the battery 34. The standard for wireless power transmission is There is no particular limitation, and for example, it may conform to the Qi standard. The distance between the power receiving unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 and the positional deviation in the planar direction must be several centimeters or less. The human moving object 30 lands on the acquisition device 10 so that the power transmitting unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 face each other. It is preferable to maintain the positional relationship between the power transmitting unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 such that power can be transmitted. If possible, it is not necessary to land. Wireless power transmission methods include electromagnetic induction, magnetic field resonance, and electromagnetic waves. Radiation may also be used. An example of the electromagnetic wave radiation method is microwave power feeding.

[0026] In the acquisition device 10, the power receiving unit 12 receives the power wirelessly transmitted from the power transmitting unit 38. The power storage unit 14 is, for example, a capacitor or a battery. The power supply unit 16 stores the power supplied from the power receiving unit 12. When the power (Wh) stored in the power storage unit 14 reaches a predetermined threshold, the power storage unit 14 is The sensor 18, the CPU 20, and the transmitter 22 are connected to the The power receiving unit 12 operates on the power received by the power receiving unit 12. The threshold value is set by the sensor 18, the CPU 20, and the transmitting unit 12. 22 will be determined appropriately through experiments and simulations so that the series of processes described below can be executed. The power supply unit 16 can be configured to operate after a predetermined time (for example, The charging may be completed after the elapse of the time (1 minute). The power storage unit 14 executes a series of processes described below. The power supply unit 16 has a predetermined capacity (Wh) that can be used when the power storage unit 14 is fully charged. In this case, charging may be completed.

[0027] When power is supplied, the CPU 20 starts up and transmits information indicating that charging is complete to the transmitter 22. The transmitting unit 22 transmits information indicating the completion of charging to the unmanned vehicle 30. The communication standard is particularly Including but not limited to Bluetooth® or Bluetooth Low It may be a short-range wireless communication standard such as Bluetooth Low Energy (hereinafter referred to as BLE).

[0028] In the unmanned vehicle 30, the receiving unit 40 receives the information indicating the completion of charging transmitted from the transmitting unit 22. The CPU 42 receives the information indicating the completion of charging and outputs the information to the CPU 42. When power is supplied, the switch unit 36 ​​is controlled to a non-conductive state, and power transmission is stopped. Teri 34 can save electricity.

[0029] In the acquisition device 10, when the CPU 20 is started, the sensor 18, which is an image sensor, The sensor 18 is disposed opposite the display unit 64 of the meter 62. The sensor 18 acquires an image of the display section 64 of the meter 62 in response to an instruction from the CPU 20. The acquired image data is then supplied to the CPU 20. This image corresponds to the detection information.

[0030] The CPU 20 performs image analysis based on the image data supplied from the sensor 18, and outputs the meter The numerical value displayed on the display unit 64 of the 62 is identified. The numerical value is identified using a known technique. For example, the character recognition model generated by machine learning may be used to identify the character. In this case, the acquisition device 10 can also be called an edge AI (Artificial Intelligence) camera.

[0031] The CPU 20 causes the transmission unit 22 to transmit the specified numerical data. The numerical data of the object is accompanied by identification information to identify the meter 62 that acquired the numerical value. The transmitting unit 22 transmits the numerical data with the identification information attached to the unmanned vehicle 30. Since it transmits numerical data, it uses low-power communication such as BLE, which is suitable for small-volume data communication. Reliable standards are available.

[0032] These processes of the CPU 20 are executed by a program running on the CPU 20. The CPU 20 corresponds to a processing unit.

[0033] In the unmanned vehicle 30, the receiving unit 40 receives the numerical data transmitted from the transmitting unit 22. The CPU 42 receives the numerical data output from the receiving unit 40. The numerical data is stored in the storage unit 44. These processes of the CPU 42 are performed on the CPU 42. This is performed by a program that creates

[0034] Next, the overall operation of the acquisition device 10 having the above configuration will be described. 1 is a flowchart showing the process of the acquisition device 10. This process is performed when the unmanned mobile body 30 This is executed when it approaches 0 or lands and starts transmitting power.

[0035] The power receiving unit 12 starts receiving power wirelessly (S12), and if power equal to or greater than a threshold is secured, If the power is above the threshold (N in S12), return to S12. If the power is above the threshold (Y in S12), The power supply unit 16 supplies power to peripheral circuits such as the sensor 18 (S14). The unmanned vehicle 30 is notified of the completion of charging (S16), and the sensor 18 displays the An image is acquired (S18), and the CPU 20 starts to identify the value of the meter 62 in the image. If the identification is not completed (N in S22), return to S22. If the identification is completed, (Y in S22), the transmission unit 22 transmits the numerical data to the unmanned vehicle 30 (S24), and the processing End the process.

[0036] According to this embodiment, the acquisition device 1 is powered by the power wirelessly transmitted from the unmanned vehicle 30. 0 acquires an image of the meter 62 and the numerical value indicated by the meter 62 is derived from that image. is transmitted to the unmanned vehicle 30, so that at least one of the power supply equipment and the network equipment The meter 62 readings can be obtained remotely in non-existent or vulnerable environments.

[0037] In addition, since the acquisition device 10 can be attached to the existing meter 62, there is no need to replace the meter 62. It is not necessary to install a power supply system, and it can easily accommodate various meters. There is no need to install new network equipment. Therefore, the information collection system 1 is easy to install. The cost of the information collection system 1 can also be reduced.

[0038] In addition, even in depopulated areas where multiple meters 62 are scattered far apart, a person is required to read the meters every time. This reduces the time and effort required to go around the meters 62 and read the values, and also reduces costs. When reading the value of 62, there is some variability, such as people not reading the decimal points. Therefore, the accuracy of the data as a whole may be reduced. Since the accuracy of the calculated values ​​is constant, it is easy to improve the accuracy of the data as a whole.

[0039] As a comparative example, we will use an unmanned mobile camera to measure the values ​​displayed on the display of an existing water meter. Although there is a technology to read the temperature, the meter display is covered to prevent water droplets and dirt from getting on it. When the lid is opened in advance, it is not easy for an unmanned vehicle to open the lid. If there is no water droplets or dirt, it may be difficult to read the values. In this state, the display unit 64 of the meter 62 is covered by the housing 24 and the fixing member 28. Since the 64 is resistant to water droplets and dirt, it is easy to obtain accurate readings from the display 64.

[0040] (Second embodiment) In the second embodiment, the acquisition device 10 is attached to a buoy floating on the sea and collects hydrogen ions from seawater. The difference from the first embodiment is that detection information such as ON concentration (pH) is acquired. The following mainly describes the differences from the first embodiment.

[0041] FIG. 6 is a perspective view showing a schematic configuration of the information collection system 1 according to the second embodiment. The device 10 is mounted on a floating buoy 70. The sensor 18 is These are sensors that detect information about the surrounding environment, such as pH sensors, salinity sensors, and temperature sensors. The sensor includes at least one of a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a wind speed sensor, etc. The sensor 18 is a sensor that acquires information about seawater, and is suspended from the housing 24 and positioned in the sea. In the case of a sensor 18 that detects air temperature, humidity, wind speed, etc., it is located in the air. The information collection system 1 includes a plurality of acquisition devices 10 installed on each of the buoys 70. 6 shows one of the multiple acquisition devices 10.

[0042] The unmanned vehicle 30 moves to the position of each acquisition device 10 in order and acquires the image data of each acquisition device 10. Information is collected from the device 10 .

[0043] The unmanned vehicle 30 has the same configuration as the first embodiment, but also includes a storage section 50 and a hanging member 52. and a lifting drive unit 54.

[0044] The housing 50 houses the power transmission unit 38. The hanging member 52 is made of a flexible wire or The lifting drive unit 54 is a rope-like member such as a chain, which suspends the storage unit 50. By winding up the hanging member 52, the storage section 50 is raised, and by unwinding the hanging member 52, the storage section Although not shown, a cable for supplying power to the power transmission unit 38 in the housing unit 50 is A cable is connected to the body of the unmanned vehicle 30 along the hanging member 52 .

[0045] 7 is a schematic bottom view of the storage section 50 of FIG. The lower surface 50a has three electromagnets 54a, 54b, and 54c. The electromagnets 54b and 54c are arranged around the power transmission unit 38 without overlapping the power transmission unit 38. The number of a, 54b, and 54c is not particularly limited, but it is preferable that there are a plurality of a, 54b, and 54c. However, the cables for supplying power to the electromagnets 54a, 54b, and 54c are connected to the suspension member 5 2 is connected to the body of the unmanned vehicle 30.

[0046] 8 is a schematic top view of the acquisition device 10 of FIG. 6. The acquisition device 10 includes an electromagnet 54a , 54b, 54c. The members 80a, 80b, and 80c are arranged around the power receiving unit 12 without overlapping the power receiving unit 12. The magnetic members 80a, 80b, and 80c are attached to the upper surface 24a of the acquisition device 10 in the receiving section 5. When the power transmitting unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 are facing each other, the electromagnets 54a, 54b, and 54c The electromagnet 54a is disposed at a position facing the corresponding magnetic member 80a. The electromagnet 54b faces the magnetic member 80b, and the electromagnet 54c faces the magnetic member 80c. The magnetic members 80a, 80b, and 80c are magnets or magnetic materials.

[0047] FIG. 9 shows the information collection system 1 of FIG. 6, in which the storage unit 50 is lowered and the storage unit 50 is placed above the acquisition device 10. The CPU 42 of the unmanned vehicle 30 is attached to the unmanned vehicle 30. When the acquisition device 10 is in a predetermined positional relationship as shown in FIG. 6, or when the operator wirelessly When an instruction is given by the user, the lifting / lowering drive unit 54 is controlled to lower the storage unit 50, and the battery 34 Electric power is supplied to the electromagnets 54a, 54b, and 54c to generate magnetic force, and the storage unit 50 is obtained. Place it on the top surface 24a of the device 10.

[0048] Magnetic attraction forces are generated between the electromagnets 54a, 54b, and 54c and the magnetic members 80a, 80b, and 80c. As a result, the electromagnet 54a and the magnetic member 80a are attracted to each other, and the electromagnet 54b and the magnetic member 8 0b is attracted, and the electromagnet 54c and the magnetic member 80c are easily attracted to each other. This makes it easier for the power transmitting unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 to overlap accurately.

[0049] The CPU 42 detects when the container 50 is placed on the top surface 24a of the acquisition device 10 or when the operator When an instruction is received wirelessly from the It is preferable to stop the lifting drive unit 54 in the relaxed state.

[0050] The buoy 70 sways due to the influence of wind or waves, and the unmanned mobile body 30 is also affected by the wind. It is difficult for the human moving object 30 to land on the acquisition device 10. Even in such a case, The power transmitting unit 38 is controlled to receive power so that the positional relationship between the power transmitting unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 is maintained in a positional relationship that allows power transmission. Since the power supply can be fixed to the unmanned vehicle 30 and the acquisition device 10 in a stacked manner, stable power supply can be achieved. Even if at least one of them sways, the slack in the hanging member 52 and the magnetic attraction force will prevent the feed. This prevents the positional relationship between the power supply unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 from changing.

[0051] Therefore, it is possible to remotely obtain environmental information at sea where there are no power supply facilities or network facilities. can be obtained.

[0052] When the unmanned vehicle 30 receives data from the acquisition device 10, the CPU 42 The power supply to the a, b, and c is stopped, and the lifting drive unit 54 is caused to lift the storage unit 50.

[0053] The receiving unit 40 of the unmanned vehicle 30 may also be housed in the housing unit 50.

[0054] The present invention has been described above based on the embodiments. The embodiments are merely examples, and the respective structures thereof are not intended to be limiting. The fact that various variations are possible in the combination of components and each treatment process, and that such variations It will be understood by those skilled in the art that such modifications are also within the scope of the present invention.

[0055] For example, in the first embodiment, the acquisition device 10 acquires numerical data based on an image, and The numerical data of the above was transmitted to the unmanned vehicle 30, but the acquisition device 10 acquired the data of the above by the sensor 18. Identification information may be attached to the image data and transmitted to the unmanned vehicle 30. In this case, the image data The CPU 42 of the unmanned vehicle 30 may be configured to use a wireless communication standard that allows communication between the unmanned vehicle 30 and the unmanned vehicle. Numerical data may be obtained by analyzing images while the moving object 30 is flying. After the mobile unit 30 arrives at a predetermined location such as a base, the image data is transferred to a computer. The computer can analyze the image and obtain numerical data, or the computer can analyze the image and obtain numerical data. The operator or worker may read the numerical values ​​from the multiple images displayed without analyzing the data. In the modified example, the processing of the CPU 20 of the acquisition device 10 can be simplified, and the cost of the acquisition device 10 can be reduced. can.

[0056] In the first embodiment, the sensor 18 does not capture an image of the meter 62, but rather uses an existing mechanical The sensor 18 is incorporated into the meter 62 by modifying or replacing the meter 62. 18 may directly acquire the value of the meter 62 as the detected information. This can improve the degree of freedom in the configuration of the acquisition device 10. It can also simplify the processing of the CPU 20 of the acquisition device 10. can.

[0057] In the first embodiment, the unmanned vehicle 30 of the second embodiment may be used. In the modified example, even if the unmanned moving body 30 cannot land on the acquisition device 10 due to the influence of the wind, , and can supply power stably.

[0058] In the first embodiment, the sensor 18 is replaced by an image sensor. A temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, or the like may be used to detect environmental information about the surroundings of the device. The sensor 10 may be installed at a meteorological observation point where a Stevenson screen or the like is installed. In environments where power supply facilities and / or network facilities are non-existent or weak ,Environmental information can be obtained remotely.

[0059] The power transmitting unit 38 and the power receiving unit 12 can transmit data over a longer distance than the Qi standard by using microwaves or the like. If the unmanned vehicle 30 is configured to be able to supply power within a distance of about several meters, Power transmission and data reception may be performed when the device is within a certain distance from the acquisition device 10. In this case, the unmanned vehicle 30 of the first embodiment may also be used in the second embodiment. In this modified example, the landing of the unmanned vehicle 30 and highly accurate position control are not required, so the time required is shorter. Data can be collected between [Explanation of symbols]

[0060] 1...information collection system, 10...acquisition device, 12...power receiving unit, 18...sensor, 22...transmitting unit, 24... housing, 26... mark, 28... fixing member, 30... unmanned mobile body, 38... power transmission unit, 40... Receiving unit, 50...accommodating unit, 50a...undersurface, 52...member, 54a, 54b, 54c...electromagnets, 62...meter, 64...display unit, 80a, 80b, 80c...magnetic members.

Claims

1. An acquisition device, a power receiving unit that receives power wirelessly transmitted from the unmanned mobile object; the unmanned mobile body includes a power transmission unit that wirelessly transmits power, a housing unit that houses the power transmission unit, an electromagnet arranged on a bottom surface of the housing unit, and a hanging member that hangs the housing unit; The acquisition device a magnetic member disposed at a position facing the electromagnet when the power transmitting unit and the power receiving unit face each other, An acquisition device characterized by:

2. The acquisition device The power supply device further includes a sensor that operates using the power received by the power receiving unit and acquires detection information. The acquisition device according to claim 1 .

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