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The robot underfloor storage system addresses the inefficiency of separate main and storage spaces by automating item movement, expanding storage, enhancing convenience, and supporting unmanned delivery.

JP2026007339APending Publication Date: 2026-01-160 CO LTD
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Application Number
JP2024107059
Authority / Receiving Office
JP · JP
Patent Type
Applications
Current Assignee / Owner
Filing Date
2024-07-02
Publication Date
2026-01-16

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Technical Problem

Conventional buildings separate main space and storage space, making it difficult to efficiently utilize space and requiring manual labor for item movement between spaces.

Method used

A robot underfloor storage system that utilizes the space under the floor, incorporating a small elevator, luggage-carrying robot, charging port, and optional automatic delivery robot port to automate storage and retrieval of items.

Benefits of technology

Expands storage space, improves convenience through automation, supports unmanned home delivery, and enhances maintainability and waterproofing.

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Abstract

To eliminate the shortage of the housing space of a house and to improve the convenience of a resident by automatically housing and taking out baggage.SOLUTION: To install a small elevator between an underfloor space and a living space by utilizing the underfloor space of a house as a storage space. A cargo transport robot and a charging port are arranged in the underfloor storage space. The package transport robot automatically stores and takes out a package using an autonomous traveling technique similar to that of a home robot cleaner. Furthermore, by providing an automatic delivery robot port, unmanned home delivery by an automatic delivery robot or a drone can be supported.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1
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Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a building, a construction method thereof, and a movement control device and a storage control device used in said building, and in particular to those used for storing items. [Background technology]

[0002] In buildings, there is a demand for effective use of the main space and securing storage space, but in conventional buildings, the main space and storage space are provided separately, making it difficult to effectively utilize the space.In addition, moving items between the main space and storage space requires manual labor, making it difficult to efficiently manage items.

[0003] Patent Document 1 discloses an automated warehouse in which storage boxes are taken in and out via a dedicated storage and retrieval floor. [Prior art documents] [Patent documents]

[0004] [Patent Document 1] Patent Publication No. 2021-092053 Summary of the Invention [Problem to be solved by the invention]

[0005] The present invention provides a method that eliminates (or reduces) the need for dedicated storage space and makes storage and retrieval easier. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] According to the present invention, A movement control means is provided for controlling the movement of an object between the main space and the underfloor space. Obtain buildings [Effects of the Invention]

[0007] According to the present invention, the conventional problems can be solved. [Brief explanation of the drawings]

[0008] [Figure 1] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 2] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 3] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 4] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 5] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 6] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 7] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; [Figure 8] 1 is a diagram and description illustrating the present invention; DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0009] <Details of implementation form> Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention will be described with reference to the drawings. <Object of the invention> The purpose of this invention is to provide a new storage space that effectively utilizes the space under the floor of a house and to enable automatic storage and retrieval of luggage, thereby resolving the lack of storage space in homes and improving convenience for residents.

[0010] <Configuration of the invention> The robot underfloor storage system of the present invention comprises the following main components: 1. Underfloor storage space Underfloor storage space can be created by raising the foundation height of the house by 200mm. 2. Small elevator A small elevator for lifting luggage, installed between the living space and underfloor storage space. 3. Luggage-carrying robot This small robot autonomously navigates underfloor storage spaces, storing and retrieving items. It uses the same technology as a household robot vacuum cleaner. 4. Charging port Charging port for the luggage transport robot. Automatic charging occurs while the robot is on standby. 5. Automatic delivery robot port (optional) A port that allows packages to be received by automated delivery robots and drones.

[0011] <Effects of the invention> 1. Increased storage space By utilizing the space under the floor, you can expand the storage space in your home. 2. Improved convenience through automation Luggage-carrying robots automate the storage and retrieval of luggage, significantly reducing the effort required by residents. 3. Support for unmanned home delivery By installing an automated delivery robot port, unmanned home delivery by automated delivery robots or drones can be accommodated, which will prevent redelivery and improve delivery efficiency. 4. Improved maintainability The increased foundation height makes it easier to inspect and maintain underfloor equipment. 5. Improved waterproofing Increasing the foundation height reduces the risk of flooding above floor level.

[0012] <Embodiment> An embodiment of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0013] Figure 1 is a cross-sectional view showing the overall configuration of the robot underfloor storage system of the present invention. A storage space 1 is provided under the floor of a house, and a small elevator 2 is installed between the storage space and the living space. A luggage-carrying robot 3 and a charging port 4 are located within the underfloor storage space 1.

[0014] The procedure for storing luggage is as follows: First, the resident places the luggage on the small elevator 2 and specifies the desired storage location. Once the small elevator 2 lowers the luggage into the underfloor storage space 1, the luggage transport robot 3 autonomously travels to pick up the luggage, transports it to the specified location, and stores it there.

[0015] Meanwhile, the procedure for retrieving luggage is as follows: When a resident specifies the location of the luggage they wish to retrieve, the luggage transport robot 3 autonomously travels to find the luggage and transports it to the small elevator 2. The small elevator 2 lifts the luggage into the living space, where the resident picks it up.

[0016] The luggage-carrying robot 3 uses the same autonomous driving technology as a household robot vacuum cleaner, and travels along a set route within the underfloor storage space 1. When the battery level becomes low, it automatically moves to a charging port (not shown) and charges itself.

[0017] Furthermore, the present invention can be equipped with an automatic delivery robot port 5. The automatic delivery robot port 5 has the function of receiving and temporarily storing packages delivered by an automatic delivery robot 6 or a drone (not shown). Packages carried by the automatic delivery robot 6 are received by the package delivery robot 3 via the automatic delivery robot port 5 and the small elevator 2, and are then transported and stored in a designated location in the underfloor storage space 1. This makes it possible to receive packages even when the resident is not at home, eliminating the need for redelivery.

[0018] The configuration and operation of the robotic underfloor storage system of the present invention have been described in detail above. This invention can eliminate the lack of storage space in homes and significantly improve the convenience of residents. It is also expected to contribute to the efficiency of delivery operations, as it can accommodate unmanned home delivery using automated delivery robots and drones.

[0019] The above-described embodiment is merely an example for facilitating understanding of the present invention, and is not intended to limit the present invention. The present invention can be modified and improved without departing from the spirit thereof, and it goes without saying that the present invention includes equivalents thereof.

Claims

[Claim 1] A movement control means is provided for controlling the movement of an object between the main space and the underfloor space. architecture.

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