Buddhist altar-shaped safe

Abstract

There were no Buddhist altars that could safely store expensive Buddhist statues while keeping them on display. [Means for solving the problem] A Buddhist altar-type safe is provided, which has a housing with an opening on the front, a front door that can close the opening of the housing and can be opened by inputting information, an information receiving unit that receives input of information for opening, and a Buddhist altar interior placed inside the housing. Furthermore, the housing and front door of the Buddhist altar-type safe may be fire-resistant, and the information receiving unit may include one or more of the following: a dial key, a keypad, a fingerprint reader, a facial recognition device, or a voice recognition device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to an altar-type safe for storing Buddhist statues.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, an altar that can store valuables by combining an altar and a safe has been known (for example, Patent Document 1). Patent Document 1 is configured such that a safe is assembled to a safe storage box of an altar, and the safe cannot be easily removed from the safe storage box.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] With the altar described in Patent Document 1, ornaments such as valuables and precious metals can be stored in the safe. However, with the altar described in Patent Document 1, it was difficult to store the Buddhist statue in a decorated state (standing state). Further, even if the Buddhist statue could be stored in the safe, there was the troublesome task of taking it out and decorating it every time it was offered.

[0005] That is, the altar described in Patent Document 1 was not an altar-cum-safe that could safely store an expensive Buddhist statue (for example, a Buddhist statue made of pure gold) while it was decorated.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] Therefore, the present invention provides a Buddhist altar-type safe that has the following configuration and can safely store expensive Buddhist statues while they are displayed. The safe consists of a housing with an opening on the front, a front door that can close the opening of the housing and can be opened by inputting information, an information receiving device that receives the input of the information for opening the door, and a Buddhist altar interior arranged inside the housing. In this specification, although it is referred to as a Buddhist altar-type safe, it is not limited to Buddhist altars, but the scope is broadened to include box-shaped tools used in Buddhist ceremonies and religious events in general. Therefore, for example, it may be used not only for Buddhist altars but also for ossuaries, or it may be applied to boxes that store statues of Mary or Christ in Christianity.

[0007] As the first invention, the Buddhist altar-type safe comprises a casing with an opening on the front and a front door that can close the opening of the casing and can be opened by inputting information. The Buddhist altar-type safe also comprises an information receiving unit that receives input information for opening and a Buddhist altar interior placed inside the casing.

[0008] As a second invention, building upon the first invention, the interior of the Buddhist altar is equipped with an interior part decorated with gold and / or made of gold.

[0009] As a third invention, based on the first or second invention, the casing and front door are fire-resistant.

[0010] As a fourth invention, based on the first or second invention, the information receiving device comprises one or more of the following: a dial key, a keypad, a fingerprint reader, a facial recognition device, and a voice recognition device.

[0011] As a fifth invention, based on the first or second invention, the front door is provided as a double door.

[0012] As a sixth invention, based on the first or second invention, it further comprises a position detection unit that detects the position of the Buddha statue-shaped safe itself, and a detected position output unit that outputs the position detected by the position detection unit. [Effects of the Invention]

[0013] According to the invention having the above configuration, it becomes possible to provide a Buddhist altar type safe that can be safely stored while decorating an expensive Buddhist statue.

Brief Description of the Drawings

[0014] [Figure 1A] FIG. showing an example of a state where the single-opening front door of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 1 is closed [Figure 1B] FIG. showing an example of a state where the single-opening front door of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 1 is opened [Figure 2] Functional block diagram showing an example of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 1 [Figure 3] FIG. showing an example of the hardware configuration of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 1 [Figure 4] Flowchart showing an example of the processing flow of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 1 [Figure 5] FIG. showing an example of the hardware configuration of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 4 [Figure 6A] FIG. showing an example of a state where the double-opening front door of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 5 is closed [Figure 6B] FIG. showing an example of a state where the double-opening front door of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 5 is opened [Figure 7] Functional block diagram showing an example of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 6 [Figure 8] FIG. showing an example of the hardware configuration of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 6 [Figure 9] Flowchart showing an example of the processing flow of the Buddhist altar type safe according to Embodiment 6 [Figure 10] FIG. showing the hardware configuration applied to the present invention

Modes for Carrying Out the Invention

[0015] FIG. 10 is a diagram showing the hardware configuration applied to the present invention. This invention, in principle, utilizes an electronic computer, but can be realized through software, hardware, and the collaboration of software and hardware. Hardware that realizes all or part of the constituent elements of this invention consists of the basic components of a computer, such as a CPU, memory, bus, input / output devices, various peripheral devices, and a user interface. Various peripheral devices include storage devices, internet interfaces, internet devices, displays, keyboards, mice, speakers, cameras, video cameras, televisions, and various sensor devices. Furthermore, this system does not necessarily have to be composed of a single enclosure; it may be composed of multiple enclosures connected by communication. The communication may be a LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®, infrared communication, or ultrasonic communication, and furthermore, some of the systems may be installed across national borders. Moreover, each of the multiple enclosures may be operated by a different entity, or they may be operated by a single entity. The operating entity of the system of this invention may be singular or plural. Furthermore, the invention can also be considered as a system that includes terminals used by third parties, and even terminals used by other third parties. Furthermore, these terminals may be installed across national borders. In addition to this system and the aforementioned terminals, devices may be provided for registering relevant information of third parties and related individuals, as well as devices used for databases to record registration details. These may be stored within this system, or they may be stored outside this system and configured to make this information available.

[0016] As shown in this figure, a computer consists of a chipset, a CPU, non-volatile memory, main memory, various buses, BIOS, various interfaces such as USB, HDMI (registered trademark), and LAN, a real-time clock, etc., which are configured on the motherboard. These operate in cooperation with an operating system, device drivers (for various interfaces such as USB and HDMI (registered trademark), and for integrating various devices such as cameras, microphones, speakers or headphones, and displays), and various programs. Various programs and various data constituting the present invention are configured to execute various processes by efficiently using these hardware resources.

[0017] ≪Chipset≫ The "chipset" is a set of large-scale integrated circuits (LSIs) that are mounted on the motherboard of a computer and integrate the communication function, that is, the bridge function, between the external bus of the CPU and the standard bus connecting the memory and peripheral devices. There are cases of adopting a two-chipset configuration and a one-chipset configuration. The north bridge is provided on the side closer to the CPU and the main memory, and the south bridge is provided on the side farther away and closer to the interface with relatively low-speed external I / O.

[0018] (North Bridge) The north bridge includes a CPU interface, a memory controller, and a graphics interface. Most of the functions of a conventional north bridge may be borne by the CPU. The north bridge is connected to the memory slots of the main memory via a memory bus, and is connected to the graphics card slots of the graphics card via a high-speed graphics bus (AGP, PCI Express).

[0019] (South Bridge) The southbridge connects to the PCI interface (PCI slot) via the PCI bus and handles I / O functions and sound functions for ATA (SATA) interface, USB interface, Ethernet interface, etc. Circuits supporting PS / 2 ports, floppy disk drives, serial ports, parallel ports, and ISA buses, which do not require or are impossible to operate at high speeds, can be separated from the southbridge chip and handled by a separate LSI called a super I / O chip, as this would hinder the speed of the chipset itself. Buses are used to connect the CPU (MPU) to peripherals and various control units. These buses are linked by the chipset. For the memory bus used to connect to main memory, a channel structure may be adopted instead to achieve higher speeds. Either a serial bus or a parallel bus can be used. While a serial bus transfers data one bit at a time, a parallel bus transmits the original data itself or multiple bits extracted from the original data as a single unit, simultaneously over multiple communication channels. A dedicated line for the clock signal runs parallel to the data lines to synchronize data demodulation at the receiving end. It is also used as a bus to connect the CPU (chipset) to external devices, and examples include GPIB, IDE / (parallel)ATA, SCSI, and PCI. Due to limitations in speed increases, in improved versions of PCI such as PCI Express and improved versions of parallel ATA such as Serial ATA, the data lines can be a serial bus.

[0020] ≪CPU≫ The CPU sequentially reads, interprets, and executes instruction sequences called programs located in main memory, outputting signal-based information back to the main memory. The CPU functions as the central hub for performing calculations within the computer. The CPU consists of a CPU core, which is the core of the calculations, and its peripheral parts. Inside the CPU are registers, cache memory, an internal bus connecting the cache memory and the CPU core, a DMA controller, timers, and an interface to the bus connecting to the northbridge. A single CPU (chip) may have multiple CPU cores. In addition to the CPU, processing may also be performed by a graphics interface (GPU) or FPU. The description in this embodiment is for a 2-core type, but it is not limited to this. Furthermore, the CPU can also have a program embedded within it.

[0021] Non-volatile memory The basic structure of a hard disk drive (HDD) consists of a magnetic disk, a magnetic head, and an arm that houses the magnetic head. The external interface can be SATA (formerly ATA). A high-performance controller, such as SCSI, supports communication between hard disk drives. For example, when copying a file to another hard disk drive, the controller can read sectors, transfer them to the other hard disk drive, and write them. This process does not access the host CPU's memory, thus avoiding increased CPU load.

[0022] Main Memory The CPU directly accesses and executes various programs in main memory. Main memory is volatile memory, and DRAM is used. Programs in main memory are loaded from non-volatile memory into main memory upon receiving a program execution command. Subsequently, the CPU executes the program according to various execution commands and procedures within the program.

[0023] Operating System (OS) An operating system is used to manage the resources on a computer for applications to use, manage various device drivers, and manage the computer hardware itself. In small computers, firmware may be used as the operating system.

[0024] ≪BIOS≫ The BIOS is the component that instructs the CPU to start the computer hardware and run the operating system. Most typically, it is the first piece of hardware the CPU reads when it receives a computer startup command. The BIOS contains the addresses of the operating system stored on the disk (non-volatile memory), and the BIOS, deployed by the CPU, sequentially loads the operating system into main memory, bringing it into operation. The BIOS also has a check function that checks for the presence of various devices connected to the bus. The results of the check are saved in main memory and made available to the operating system as appropriate. The BIOS may also be configured to check for external devices. The above applies to all embodiments.

[0025] As shown in the figure, the present invention can basically be composed of a general-purpose computer program and various devices. The operation of the computer basically involves loading a program stored in non-volatile memory into main memory, and then executing processing between the main memory, the CPU, and various devices. Communication with devices is performed via an interface connected to a bus line. Possible interfaces include display interfaces, keyboards, and communication buffers. Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the illustrations.

[0026] <Fulfillment of the applicability of natural laws in this invention> This invention functions through the collaboration of a computer, communication equipment, and software. Specifically, it relates to a centralized health and medical information management system for accumulating and centrally managing health and medical information, which is information related to an individual's health and medical care. Various information and data are exchanged between third-party terminals and administrator terminals via a network using hardware resources. Therefore, from this perspective, judging from the matters described in the claims and specification and the common technical knowledge related to those matters, this invention as a whole utilizes natural laws and falls under the category of a computer software-related invention.

[0027] <The significance of utilizing natural laws as required by patent law> The use of natural laws required under patent law is based on the purpose of the law, and is required to ensure that an invention is industrially useful, from the perspective that the invention must have industrial applicability and contribute to the development of industry. In other words, it requires that the invention be industrially useful, that is, that the effects of the invention declared in the application can be reproduced with a certain degree of certainty by implementing the invention. From this perspective, the applicability of natural laws is interpreted as meaning that the functions exhibited by each of the inventive features (constituent elements of the invention), which are the components of the invention that exert the effects of the invention, are exerted by utilizing natural laws. Furthermore, the effect of the invention only needs to have the potential to provide a certain level of usefulness to the user who uses the invention, and should not be viewed from the perspective of how the user feels or thinks about that usefulness. Therefore, even if the effect that the user obtains from this system is a psychological effect, the effect itself is an event outside the scope of the required applicability of natural laws.

[0028] <Embodiment 1> Embodiment 1 mainly relates to claim 1, etc.

[0029] <Overview of Embodiment 1> The Buddhist altar-type safe of Embodiment 1 is configured to include a housing with an opening on the front, a front door that can close the opening of the housing and can be opened by inputting information, an information receiving unit that receives input of information for opening this door, and a Buddhist altar interior arranged inside the housing.

[0030] <Description of the configuration of Embodiment 1> (Embodiment 1: Overall Configuration) Figure 1A shows an example of the configuration of a Buddhist altar-type safe according to Embodiment 1. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 comprises a housing 0101, a front door 0102, and an information receiving device 0103, and may also include a base 0104 and a handle 0105. Figure 1A is an example of a Buddhist altar-type safe with the front door 0102 closed.

[0031] (Embodiment 1 Configuration: Enclosure) The enclosure 0101 is the side part that makes up the altar-type safe 0100. The shape of the enclosure 0101 is not particularly limited. There are no particular limitations on its size or capacity, and it is designed as appropriate according to the requirements. Since the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 has the shape of a Buddhist altar, a vertically elongated rectangular parallelepiped shape is desirable. This embodiment 1 also has a vertically elongated rectangular parallelepiped shape.

[0032] While there are no specific limitations on the material of the visible exterior parts of enclosure 0101, metal is preferable from the standpoint of ensuring robustness, durability, and weight befitting a safe. Suitable metals include steel, steel alloys, and special alloys. Furthermore, in consideration of preconceived notions regarding Buddhist altars, a wood-grain pattern or similar decorative finish may be applied to the surface of enclosure 0101. On the other hand, the internal material of the enclosure 0101, which is not visible from the outside, is not particularly limited, but aerated concrete is preferable. Aerated concrete is a special type of concrete in which a foaming agent is mixed in, trapping numerous air bubbles inside. This protects the interior from high temperatures such as those caused by fire.

[0033] (Embodiment 1 Configuration: Front Door) The front door 0102 is the door portion located on the front of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100. The shape of the front door 0102 is not particularly limited. In Embodiment 1, the rectangular housing 0100 is provided with a rectangular front door 0102.

[0034] The front door 0102 is a single-opening door. This is due to the safe's characteristics of preventing theft and ensuring safety and security. It is known that the more parts there are, the more structural and durability weaknesses there are. The direction in which the single-opening front door 0102 can be opened is not particularly limited. However, since more than 80% of the human population is right-handed, it is designed to be easy to open with the right hand (see Figure 1B).

[0035] The material of the front door 0102 is not particularly limited, but in principle, the same material as the housing 0101 is used. The material of the front door 0102 is preferably metallic, similar to the housing 0101, and materials such as steel, steel alloys, and special alloys are used.

[0036] (Embodiment 1 Configuration: Information Receiving Device) The information receiving device 0103 is a device used by the user to unlock the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100. Specifically, the information receiving device 0103 may include, but is not limited to, a dial key, a keypad, a fingerprint reader, a facial recognition device, a voice recognition device, an iris recognition device, a vein recognition device, a card type, a cylinder type, etc. Furthermore, the information receiving device 0103 may be a combination of two or more of these. For example, a combination of a dial key and a fingerprint reader, or a combination of a keypad, a facial recognition device, and a voice recognition device.

[0037] When the correct information that has been pre-registered is entered into the information receiving device 0103, the lock on the altar-type safe 0100 is released, and the front door 0102 becomes unlockable.

[0038] The initial registration method is not limited, but the manufacturer or distributor may register the purchaser's information. For subsequent fingerprint registration and / or changes, a different user may be registered using a special, unique PIN known only to the initial registrant, the purchaser.

[0039] (Embodiment 1: Acceptable configuration - Base section) The base 0104 is the foundation that supports the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100. The base 0104 is designed to position the Buddhist statue displayed in the altar at an appropriate height when the user sits in front of it. The base 0104 needs to have sufficient strength to support the housing 0101 and the front door 0102.

[0040] (Embodiment 1: Permissible configuration - Handle) The handle 0105 may be provided on the front door 0102. It is intended to make it easier to open the front door 0102. After authentication is complete, the door can be easily opened by turning the handle 0105 downwards and pulling it.

[0041] The position of handle 0105 is not particularly limited, but it is preferable to position it near the center of the right side of the front door. The shape of handle 0105 is not particularly limited, but it may be a rounded, elongated shape as shown in Figure 1B. The material of handle 0105 is not particularly limited, but it may be made of plastic or metal.

[0042] Figure 1B shows an example of the configuration of a Buddhist altar-type safe according to Embodiment 1. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 is The safe comprises a casing 0101, a front door 0102, a base 0104, and an altar interior 0106, and may also include a Buddha statue 0107. Figure 1B is an example of an altar-type safe with the front door 0102 open.

[0043] (Embodiment 1: Configuration of Buddhist altar interior) The interior of the Buddhist altar 0106 refers to the decoration, internal mechanisms, etc., inside the casing 0101. The type and material of the interior of the Buddhist altar 0106 are not particularly limited. However, given the nature of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 of the present invention, it is desirable that it be strong and glossy. Examples of the type and material of the interior of the Buddhist altar 0106 include glossy metals such as gold, superalloys, platinum, and silver.

[0044] As part of the interior design of the Buddhist altar (item 106), it may be equipped with a playback device that plays scriptures according to the religion or sect, a display device that can play videos of the deceased during their lifetime, a scale to measure the weight of the Buddha statue, electric incense sticks, electric candles, electric lanterns, a fire alarm, sprinklers, and a function to prevent the altar from being left open.

[0045] The playback device, which plays scriptures according to the sect, stores scriptures such as the Shōshin Nembutsu, Ge Agama Sutra, Lotus Sutra, Avatamsaka Sutra, Amitayus Sutra, Mahavairocana Sutra, Vajrasekhara Sutra, Vimalakirti Sutra, Śrīmālādevī Sutra, and Dhammapada in its memory, allowing for free selection. The playback device is equipped with a speaker and can be set to start playback simultaneously with the unlocking of the Buddhist altar-type safe.

[0046] A display device capable of playing back images of the deceased during their lifetime may store images and videos taken or recorded by the deceased during their lifetime, as well as images and videos of places associated with the deceased, relatives, etc., and display them on the display. Furthermore, the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 may be equipped with communication devices, connection terminals, connection cables, etc., for viewing images and videos outside of the safe.

[0047] The scale used to weigh the Buddha statue is not particularly limited; it can be an electronic scale or a platform scale. The system may be configured to flash a red LED or emit an alarm when the Buddha statue is replaced and its weight changes. It may also be configured to detect when the Buddha statue has been removed and emit an alarm. This alarm can be configured to notify the owner of the Buddhist altar's mobile phone via communication.

[0048] Electric incense sticks are incense sticks that do not use fire, and while not particularly limited, examples include LED incense sticks. They are safe because they do not use fire and there is no risk of forgetting to extinguish them. Furthermore, LED incense sticks may also be LED incense sticks that emit the scent of incense when activated.

[0049] Electric candles are candles that do not use fire, and while not limited to any particular type, LED candles are one example. They are safe because they do not use fire and there is no risk of forgetting to extinguish them.

[0050] Electric lanterns are lanterns that do not use fire, and while there are no particular limitations, examples include LED lanterns. Because they do not use fire and there is no risk of forgetting to turn them off, they are safe.

[0051] Fire alarms are not limited to those equipped with sensors that detect smoke, heat, or flames. When a sensor is triggered, the fire alarm may flash a red LED or sound an alarm.

[0052] A sprinkler is a device that sprays water from a nozzle in a spray of high-pressure water. While sprinklers are not particularly limited, they can also be used to spray water inside a safe when a fire alarm is activated.

[0053] The open door prevention sensor is designed to prevent the front door from being left open for an extended period of time. Since visitors or delivery services may arrive during prayer, or people may move to another room and become engrossed in other tasks, the open door prevention sensor may also emit an alarm or voice alert after a certain period of time has elapsed since unlocking. This alarm may also be configured to notify the owner of the Buddhist altar via their mobile phone or other device.

[0054] (Embodiment 1: Acceptable configuration - An important element as an example of interior decoration for a Buddhist altar: Buddhist statue) Buddha statue 0107 is a statue modeled after the figure of Shakyamuni Buddha in Buddhism. Buddha statue 0107 is enshrined in the Buddhist altar, but it is not limited to Buddha statues; a statue of Shakyamuni Buddha or a statue of Yakushi Nyorai (Medicine Buddha) may also be used. Alternatively, a statue of a deceased person to be prayed to in the Buddhist altar may also be used instead of a Buddha statue. The Buddha statue 0107 in this embodiment is not particularly limited. However, the Buddha statue 0107 may be made of precious metals or other materials to give it monetary value. Examples of precious metals include gold, platinum, silver, various gemstones used in part, diamonds, amber, pearls, emeralds, etc. The Buddhist altar-type safe of the present invention is particularly suitable for arranging these as Buddha statues, as it helps prevent theft.

[0055] <Description of the Functional Block Diagram of Embodiment 1> (Embodiment 1 Block Diagram Overview) Figure 2 is a functional block diagram showing an example of the components related to the computer of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0200 in Embodiment 1. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0200 comprises at least an information receiving unit 0201, an information determination unit 0202, a database 0203, and a power supply unit 0204.

[0056] (Embodiment 1 Functional Block Diagram: Information Reception Unit) The information reception unit 0201 has the function of receiving authentication information from users. Authentication information is the information required to unlock the Buddhist altar-type safe 0200. Authentication information is known to include "knowledge information," "possession information," and "biometric information."

[0057] "Knowledge-based authentication" is an authentication method that relies on information remembered by the user. Examples of knowledge-based authentication include dial keys, keypads, PIN numbers, and passwords. "Possession-based authentication" is an authentication method based on objects that the user physically possesses. Examples of "possession-based authentication" include keys, IC cards, and magnetic cards. "Biometric information" refers to authentication methods based on a user's fingerprints, iris scans, veins, voice (vocal cords), etc. Examples of "biometric information" include fingerprint authentication, iris authentication, vein authentication, and voice (vocal cord) authentication.

[0058] The information reception unit 0201 may also have a function to display the authentication result. For example, if the information reception unit 0201 receives a correct PIN number, it may display an "unlocked" message or an "unlocked" voice message. If the information reception unit 0201 receives an incorrect PIN number, it may display an "unlocked failure" message or an "unlocked failure" voice message.

[0059] (Embodiment 1 Functional Block Diagram: Information Determination Unit) The information determination unit 0202 has the function of determining information. As an example of the function of the information receiving unit 0201, the information receiving unit 0201 compares the information it receives with the information read from the database 0203 by a command from the CPU (described later) and determines whether it is correct or not. The information determination unit 0202 transmits the result of the determination to the information receiving unit 0201.

[0060] (Embodiment 1 Functional Block Diagram Database) Database 0203 stores authentication information (registration data) that the user has registered in advance. Database 0203 reads the registration data from a designated area on the hard disk and loads it into main memory according to the CPU's instructions, as described later. For example, in the case of fingerprint authentication, it reads the registered fingerprint data and loads it into main memory.

[0061] (Embodiment 1 Functional Block Diagram: Power Supply Unit) The power supply unit 0204 has the function of supplying power to the altar-type safe 0200, which includes the information receiving unit 0201. The power supply unit 0204 is not particularly limited and may be powered by a battery such as a button battery, or by an external power supply such as a household 100-volt power supply.

[0062] <Description of the Hardware Configuration Diagram for Embodiment 1> (Embodiment 1 Hardware Configuration Diagram Overview) Figure 3 shows an example of a hardware configuration diagram of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0200 in Embodiment 1. The present invention is, in principle, an invention that utilizes a computer and is realized through the cooperation of software and hardware. Hardware that realizes all or part of the constituent elements of the present invention comprises at least a CPU 0301, a non-volatile memory 0302, a main memory 0303, an input / output interface 0304, and a system bus 0305.

[0063] (Embodiment 1 Hardware Configuration Diagram CPU) The CPU (Central Processing Unit) 0301 sequentially reads, interprets, and executes a program, which is a sequence of instructions located in the non-volatile memory 0302, and outputs information consisting of signals to the main memory 0303. The CPU 0301 functions as the central hub for calculations within the computer. In this invention, the CPU 0301 provides overall control for the Buddhist altar-type safe 0200.

[0064] In Embodiment 1, the CPU 0301 executes an authentication program deployed on the main memory 0303 and issues a command to perform the authentication process. That is, the authentication program compares the input information with the authentication information of the registrant registered in the database and commands the information determination unit 0202 to perform the authentication procedure, determining whether the comparison results in a match or whether they match within a predetermined range.

[0065] (Embodiment 1 Hardware Configuration Diagram: Non-volatile memory) Non-volatile memory 0302 stores authentication information that the user has registered in advance. Examples of information stored in non-volatile memory 0302 include authentication information for fingerprint patterns for fingerprint authentication and authentication information for facial patterns for facial authentication. In addition, non-volatile memory 0302 stores the authentication program and a predetermined number of times authentication failures are permitted, as described above. This registered information is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303, for example, triggered by power-on.

[0066] (Embodiment 1 Hardware Configuration Diagram Main Memory) Main memory 0303 is read by the CPU 0301 to execute programs that perform various processes, and at the same time, it provides a work area that serves as the working area for those programs. Main memory 0303 is volatile memory, and dynamic random access memory (DRAM) is used. Programs on main memory 0303 are loaded from non-volatile memory 0302 to main memory 0303, for example, after receiving a program startup instruction. The CPU 0301 directly accesses and executes the various programs on main memory 0303. Subsequently, the CPU 0301 executes the program according to various execution instructions and execution procedures within the program.

[0067] (Embodiment 1 Hardware Configuration Diagram Input / Output Interface Serial Bus) The input / output interface 0304 connects to an external device and transmits received signals to the CPU 0301 via the serial bus 0305.

[0068] In this embodiment, the non-volatile memory 0302 may store programs such as a sutra playback program, a video playback program, a weight detection program, an electric incense lighting program, an electric candle lighting program, an electric lantern lighting program, a fire alarm program, a sprinkler activation program, and an authentication program as permitted programs.

[0069] The permissible sutra playback program is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303, triggered by events such as unlocking the Buddhist altar-type safe. The sutra playback program can then be automatically activated to play the sutras of the configured religion and sect.

[0070] The permissible video playback program is loaded from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303, triggered by events such as unlocking the altar-type safe. Subsequently, when the play button is pressed, the video playback program may be started and the video may be displayed on the display device. If connected to an external device, the video playback program may also display the video on the external device.

[0071] The permissible weight detection program is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303, triggered by events such as unlocking the Buddhist altar-type safe. The system may also be configured to output an alarm if the weight changes by more than a predetermined amount within a certain period of time when the Buddhist statue is removed from or replaced within the altar. This alarm can be configured to notify the owner of the altar's mobile phone via communication.

[0072] The permissible electric incense lighting program, electric candle lighting program, and electric lantern lighting program are read from the non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto the main memory 0303, triggered by the unlocking of the Buddhist altar-type safe, etc. Subsequently, when the power button (switch) is pressed, the electric incense lighting program, electric candle lighting program, and electric lantern lighting program may be activated, and the electric incense, electric candle, and electric lantern may be lit. When the power button (switch) is pressed again, the electric incense, electric candle, and electric lantern may be turned off.

[0073] The permissible fire alarm program is read from the non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto the main memory 0303, triggered by events such as unlocking the altar-type safe. As an example of fire alarm program execution, when the temperature sensor detects that the temperature inside the altar-type safe exceeds a predetermined threshold (absolute temperature, relative temperature change, etc.), the CPU receives the detection signal sent from the temperature sensor and executes the fire alarm program, causing the fire alarm to output an alarm. This alarm can be configured to notify the owner of the altar via communication to their mobile phone.

[0074] The permissible sprinkler activation program is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303, triggered by events such as unlocking the altar-type safe. As an example of execution, when the temperature sensor detects that the temperature inside the altar-type safe exceeds a predetermined threshold (absolute temperature, relative temperature change, etc.), the CPU receives the detection signal from the temperature sensor, executes the sprinkler activation program, and releases water into the altar-type safe. The sprinkler activation program may also be executed in conjunction with the execution of the fire alarm program.

[0075] An acceptable program to prevent the door from being left open for an extended period of time is one designed to prevent the front door from being left open for longer than a certain period. Since visitors or delivery people may arrive during prayer, or people may move to another room and become engrossed in other tasks, the program may also emit an alarm or voice alert after a certain period of time has elapsed since the door was unlocked. This alarm may also be configured to notify the owner of the Buddhist altar via their mobile phone or other means. <Effects of Embodiment 1>

[0076] This embodiment provides a Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 that allows for the safe storage of expensive Buddhist statues, memorial tablets, and altar interior decorations by closing the front door after Buddhist ceremonies and visits are completed, while keeping them in place. Therefore, when performing Buddhist ceremonies or visiting a temple, one can efficiently spend their time on worship without having to open the front door of the altar again and spend time rearranging or redecorating the Buddhist statues and altar interior decorations.

[0077] <Embodiment 2> Embodiment 2 mainly relates to claim 2, etc.

[0078] <Overview of Embodiment 2> Embodiment 2 is based on Embodiment 1. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 of the present invention has an interior part made of gold and / or decorated with gold in the interior of the Buddhist altar 0106.

[0079] (Description of Embodiment 2) Embodiment 2 will be described using Figure 1B. Embodiment 2 has, in principle, the same configuration as Embodiment 1.

[0080] (Embodiment 2 Interior section) Regarding the interior of a Buddhist altar, specifically the upper section, (1) Ranma: A decorative section located at the top of a Buddhist altar. Openwork carvings and kumiko (latticework) are often used. (2) Palace: The place where the principal image of worship is enshrined, and it is a magnificent structure with a roof and pillars. (3) Shumidan: The highest point in the Buddhist altar, it serves to separate the world of the Buddha from the earthly world. (4) Regarding the middle section (5) Raiban (prayer platform): This refers to the raised platform located between the middle level and the altar, which is used by monks when they pray or recite sutras. (6) Yoma: This refers to the space where memorial tablets and family registers are placed. (7) Regarding the lower section (8) Nekodo (cat door): Located at the bottom of the Buddhist altar, it has drawers or shelves for placing offerings. (9) Front shelf (zendana): This refers to the space used when offering incense or reciting sutras. The present invention envisions these shelves being adorned with lavish and ornate patterns and colors. (10) Also, the ornaments decorated inside the Buddhist altar are called the interior decoration of the Buddhist altar in the present invention. As this type of interior decoration, there are: the main object of worship (honzon): Buddha statues, hanging scrolls, mandalas, etc., the objects for making obeisance. Memorial tablets (ihai): wooden boards inscribed with the posthumous names and Buddhist names of the deceased. Incense burners (koro): burners for burning incense sticks and sandalwood incense. Candle stands (rosokutate): stands for placing candles. Vase stands (hanatate): vases for offering flowers. Buddhist rice bowls (buppanki): vessels for offering rice. Tea sets (chatoki): vessels for offering tea and water. High platforms (takatsuki): offering tables used when offering confections and fruits. Bells (orin): Buddhist utensils rung during worship and sutra chanting. Lanterns (torou): lighting for illuminating the inside of the Buddhist altar. Necklaces (youraku): ornaments for the Buddhist altar derived from the adornments of Indian nobles. Cushions (uchishiki): cloths laid on the table tops placed in front of Buddha statues. etc. can be listed, but it is not limited to these.

[0081] The interior part 0106 of the second embodiment, that is, these things may be decorated with gold, may be gold-plated, or may be pasted with gold foil. Also, the interior part 0106 of the second embodiment may be made of gold.

[0082] The purity of gold is usually expressed in 24-karat. For example, if it is 18K, it means that 18 / 24 (18 divided by 24), or 75%, is pure gold and 25% is another metal. In the case of 24K, it means 24 / 24 (24 divided by 24), or 100% pure gold.

[0083] The higher the purity of gold, the higher its value as gold. On the other hand, gold has a low hardness, and 24K is relatively soft and not suitable for ornaments.

[0084] The types of gold used for the interior part 0106 include colored gold. As an example of colored gold, there are white gold, yellow gold, pink gold, black gold, green gold, red gold, purple gold, etc.

[0085] <Effects of the Second Embodiment> This embodiment of the invention makes it possible to provide a luxurious, dazzling, and dignified Buddhist altar-shaped safe 0100. Furthermore, even if the Buddhist altar is dazzling, dignified, and has expensive interior decorations, it can be placed in places of worship such as temples and churches that are frequently unattended. This is because even if a thief breaks in, there is no risk of the valuable interior decorations being stolen.

[0086] <Embodiment 3> Embodiment 3 mainly relates to claim 3, etc.

[0087] <Overview of Embodiment 3> Embodiment 3 is based on Embodiment 1 or Embodiment 2. The casing 0101 and front door 0102 of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 of the present invention are preferably made of a durable material, given the nature of a safe, and also preferably of a fire-resistant material that will not burn in the event of a fire.

[0088] (Description of the structure of Embodiment 3) Embodiment 3 will be described using Figure 1B. Embodiment 3 has, in principle, the same configuration as Embodiment 1.

[0089] (Embodiment 3: Materials) One example of a material for the enclosure 0101 and the front door 0102 is aerated concrete. Aerated concrete is made porous by trapping numerous air bubbles inside the concrete, and in the event of a fire, the moisture vaporizes, and the heat of vaporization cools the inside of the safe, thus providing fire resistance. In addition, the vaporized steam is designed to escape through the gaps in the door, preventing flames and smoke from entering the safe.

[0090] There are five types of fire-resistant safes certified by JIS: "0.5-hour fire resistance," "1-hour fire resistance," "2-hour fire resistance," "3-hour fire resistance," and "4-hour fire resistance." These standards indicate how long the safe can withstand a fire, and the longer the fire resistance time, the higher the likelihood that the contents stored inside will be prevented from being destroyed by fire.

[0091] <Embodiment 3 Effects> This embodiment of the invention provides a Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 that can withstand fires, such as arson, for a predetermined period of time.

[0092] <Processing steps for using a Buddhist altar-style safe> Figure 4 is a flowchart showing an example of the processing flow for the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100. As shown in the figure, the user inputs predetermined information to unlock the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 (S0401). The information receiving unit 0102 receives the predetermined information, converts it into digital data, and temporarily stores it in the main memory (S0402). It determines whether the number of inputs has reached a predetermined number (S0403). If the user has entered incorrect information and the predetermined number of inputs has been reached (Yes in S0403), the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 may remain locked without being unlocked (S0407). In this case, the manufacturer and distributor of the safe is contacted to resolve the locked state. The predetermined number of inputs is not particularly limited, but it is preferably around 3 to 5 times.

[0093] On the other hand, if the number of inputs has not reached the predetermined number (No. in S0403), the input method is matched with the registered information. If the matching results show that the input information matches the registered information (Yes in S0406), the altar-type safe 0100 is unlocked (S0407). However, if the matching results show that the input information does not match the registered information, the altar-type safe 0100 is not unlocked (No. in S0406), and the process returns to inputting information (S0401).

[0094] <Embodiment 4> Embodiment 4 mainly relates to claim 4, etc.

[0095] <Embodiment 4 Overview> Embodiment 4 is based on any one of Embodiments 1 to 3. The information receiving unit 0201 of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 of the present invention includes one or more of the following: a dial key, a keypad, a fingerprint reader, a facial recognition device, and a voice recognition device. These are illustrative examples and not exhaustive.

[0096] <Embodiment 4 Function> Embodiment 4 will be described using Figures 1A, 1B, and 5. Embodiment 4 has, in principle, the same configuration as Embodiment 1. The equipment for authentication will be described below.

[0097] (Embodiment 4: Dial Key) A dial lock is a typical safe key, and it works by turning the dial left and right to rotate a disc called a "desk." The "desk" has protrusions and grooves, and when these protrusions and grooves are aligned, the front door is unlocked.

[0098] Dial locks allow you to lock and unlock a door by turning the dial left or right to enter a PIN, eliminating the need to lose or duplicate keys, thus providing peace of mind in terms of both management and security. Furthermore, dial locks do not require a power supply, making them superior in that there is no need to worry about power outages or battery failure.

[0099] (Embodiment 4: Numeric Keypad) The keypad system allows you to unlock the lock by entering a PIN code into the buttons and turning a knob or handle. The lock will unlock if the entered PIN code matches a pre-registered one. When unlocking, an audible alarm or a green LED light may be activated. If the PIN code does not match, a warning sound or a red LED light may be activated or flash red.

[0100] The keypad allows for setting different PINs for each user of the safe. It can also record who unlocked it and when. Its advantage lies in its relatively easy unlocking capability.

[0101] (Embodiment 4: Fingerprint Reader) A fingerprint reader is a device that uses a user's unique fingerprint as an authentication key to unlock a device, and it has a long history as a form of biometric authentication. Fingerprint readers are widely used in personal computers and smartphones, and are also used in offices with strict security requirements. The fingerprint reader's fingerprint authentication program is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303 when the power to the altar-type safe is turned on. The fingerprint authentication program then automatically starts, allowing fingerprint registration. The initial registration method is not particularly limited, but the manufacturer or distributor may register the purchaser's fingerprint information. As an example of a registration method, the manufacturer or distributor may register the purchaser's fingerprint by reading it multiple times from various angles using a fingerprint reader to recognize the purchaser's fingerprint pattern and register it in a database. For subsequent fingerprint registration and / or changes, a different user may be registered using a special, unusual PIN known only to the initial registrant, the purchaser.

[0102] Fingerprint readers, for example, use a fingerprint sensor to read the distance between the grooves and contours of a fingerprint, and then compare the characteristic points of the fingerprint pattern (relative coordinates, direction, type of fingerprint shape, etc.) with registered fingerprints to perform authentication. Fingerprint readers are superior in that they have an extremely low possibility of misidentification and can unlock things easily and quickly.

[0103] (Embodiment 4: Facial Recognition Device) A facial recognition device is a device that uses the user's face as an authentication key to unlock a device. Facial recognition devices are widely used in immigration procedures at airports for international flights and in smartphones. The facial recognition program for the facial recognition device is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303, triggered by the power-on of the Buddhist altar-type safe. The facial recognition program then automatically starts, enabling face registration. The registration method is the same as for fingerprint authentication.

[0104] The facial recognition device compares the image of the user captured by the camera with images of users that have been pre-registered. Because it authenticates based on multiple factors (such as the shape and relative position of the eyes, nose, and mouth), it boasts extremely high accuracy and is superior in that it can authenticate without contacting the device.

[0105] (Embodiment 4: Voice Authenticator) Voice authentication devices are devices that can unlock doors based on characteristics such as the pitch and frequency of the user's voice. Voice authentication devices are increasingly being used in everyday life, such as in smart speakers. The facial recognition program for the voice authentication device is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303 when the power of the altar-type safe is turned on. The voice authentication program then automatically starts, allowing voice registration. The registration method is the same as for fingerprint authentication.

[0106] For example, a voice authentication device works by registering pre-recorded voice patterns or "passwords" spoken by the user. If the voice pattern or "password" recorded by the microphone matches the user's speech, the device unlocks. Its advantage lies in its ability to authenticate without physical contact with the device.

[0107] (Embodiment 4: Acceptable Configuration - Iris Recognition Device) Iris recognition devices work by using the pattern and color of the eye's iris to unlock devices. They are advantageous because they use infrared light, allowing them to scan the iris even in dark places. The iris recognition program for the iris recognition device is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303 when the power of the altar-type safe is turned on. The iris recognition program then automatically starts, allowing iris registration. The registration method is the same as for fingerprint recognition.

[0108] (Embodiment 4: Permissible Configuration - Vein Authenticator) Vein authentication devices are devices that can be unlocked using the pattern of veins. They excel in providing a high level of security because they utilize the finger vein pattern from within the body. The vein authentication program for the vein authentication device is read from non-volatile memory 0302 and loaded onto main memory 0303 when the power of the altar-type safe is turned on. The vein authentication program then automatically starts, allowing for vein registration. The registration method is the same as for fingerprint authentication.

[0109] <Embodiment 4 Effects> The invention of this embodiment makes it possible to provide a Buddhist altar-type safe 0100 that can be securely unlocked based on information owned only by the purchaser and / or registered person.

[0110] <Embodiment 5> Embodiment 5 mainly relates to claim 5, etc.

[0111] <Embodiment 5 Overview> Embodiment 5 is based on any one of Embodiments 1 to 4. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0600 of this embodiment has a double-opening front door 0602 consisting of a front left door 0602A and a front left door 0602B (hereinafter, the front left door 0602A and the front left door 0602B are collectively referred to as the double-opening door 0602).

[0112] <Embodiment 5 Structure> Embodiment 5 will be described using Figures 6A and 6B. Embodiment 5, in principle, has the same configuration as Embodiment 1, except for the front door.

[0113] (Embodiment 5: Double-opening front doors) As shown in Figures 6A and 6B, the front door in Embodiment 5 is a double-leaf front door 0602. The double-leaf front door 0602 comprises a front left door 0602A and a front left door 0602B (the left and right sides of the door are defined from the perspective of the Buddha statue).

[0114] The double-opening front doors 0602 are what is known as double-opening doors, a common door shape for Buddhist altars. The shape of the front left door 0602A and the front right door 0602B are not particularly limited. The front left door 0602A and the front right door 0602B may be evenly divided and open in the center of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0600, or one of the front doors may be larger and the other smaller.

[0115] The material used for the double-opening front doors 0602 is, in principle, the same as for the housing 0601, steel, steel materials, special alloys, etc.

[0116] The position of the information input unit 0603 is not particularly limited, but since it is a double-opening front door 0602, it is located on either the front left door 0602A or the front right door 0602B. In this embodiment, the information input unit 0603 is located on the front left door 0602A side (see Figure 6A).

[0117] On the other hand, the handle 0605 is located on the front right door 0602B side, opposite to the front left door 0602A where the information input unit 0603 is located.

[0118] <Embodiment 5: Effects> The Buddhist altar-type safe 0600 of this embodiment can provide a Buddhist altar-type safe with double doors that are aesthetically pleasing as a Buddhist altar.

[0119] <Embodiment 6> Embodiment 6 mainly relates to claim 6 and the like.

[0120] <Embodiment 6 Overview> Figure 7 is a diagram illustrating Embodiment 6. Embodiment 6 is based on any one of Embodiments 1 to 5. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0700 of this embodiment includes an information receiving unit 0701, an information determination unit 0702, a database 0703, and a power supply unit 0704, as well as a position detection unit 0705 and a detected position output unit 0706.

[0121] <Embodiment 6 Functional Block Diagram> The functions of the information receiving unit 0701, the information determination unit 0702, the database 0703, and the power supply unit 0704 are the same as the functions of the corresponding information receiving unit 0101, information determination unit 0102, database 0103, and power supply unit 0104 in Embodiment 1.

[0122] (Embodiment 6 Functional Block Diagram: Position Detection Unit) The position detection unit 0705 has the function of detecting the position of the Buddhist altar-type safe 0700. An example of the position detection unit 0705 is an acceleration sensor and a gyroscope sensor. The acceleration sensor detects the vibration, tilt, and translation of an object. The gyroscope sensor measures the rotational speed (angular velocity) of an object. By combining the acceleration sensor and the gyroscope sensor, it becomes possible to capture the movement of an object in three-dimensional space.

[0123] Furthermore, the Buddhist altar-type safe 0700 may also be compatible with satellite positioning systems such as the GPS system. The method of position detection is called GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System), which is a general term for satellite positioning systems. By communicating with multiple artificial satellites orbiting the Earth, GNSS makes it possible to determine the position of various things on Earth, and has the function of accurately determining the location of people and things on Earth. Representative satellite positioning systems include the US GPS, Russia's GLONASS, Europe's Galileo, and Japan's Michibiki.

[0124] The position detection unit 0705 can detect vibrations caused by electric drills and electric saws, as well as impacts from hammer blows and handguns.

[0125] (Embodiment 6 Functional Block Diagram: Detection Position Output Unit) If the Buddhist altar-type safe 0700 is moved or tilted when someone tries to lift it, the position detection unit 0705 detects the position or tilt. If the detected position or tilt exceeds a predetermined threshold, the position detection unit 0605 notifies the detected position output unit 0706. The detected position output unit 0706 may be configured to flash a red LED or output an alarm upon receiving the notification. This alarm can be configured to be sent via communication to the mobile phone used by the owner of the Buddhist altar.

[0126] After a predetermined time has elapsed, the LED may stop flashing red, or the alarm or audible alarm may be canceled. On the other hand, if the position continues to move or tilt, the position detection unit 0705 will detect the position or tilt again. If the predetermined threshold is exceeded again, the position detection unit 0705 will notify the detected position output unit 0706. Upon receiving the notification, the detected position output unit 0706 may flash the LED red or emit an alarm or audible alarm.

[0127] <Description of the Hardware Configuration Diagram for Embodiment 6> (Embodiment 6 Hardware Configuration Diagram) Figure 8 is a diagram illustrating the hardware configuration of Embodiment 6. The Buddhist altar-type safe 0700 includes a CPU 0801, non-volatile memory 0802, main memory 0803, input / output interface 0804, and serial bus 0805. In principle, these functions are the same as those of the CPU 0301, non-volatile memory 0302, main memory 0303, input / output interface 0304, and system bus 0305.

[0128] In Embodiment 6, in addition to a predetermined number of times, a predetermined threshold is stored in the non-volatile memory 0802. This registered information is loaded onto the main memory 0803, for example, triggered by power-on. The predetermined thresholds include the absolute position information of the safe, the relative position information of the safe (distance traveled), and the relative rotation degree of the safe (for example, 10 degrees for rotation in directions other than the z axis, and 30 degrees for rotation in the z axis direction).

[0129] (Embodiment 6: Processing flow for detection position output) Figure 9 shows that if the altar-type safe 0700 moves or rotates for any reason (S0901), the position detection unit 0705 detects the movement or rotation of the altar-type safe 0700 (S0902). A predetermined threshold is loaded into the volatile memory 0803 by command from the CPU 0701, and it is determined whether the movement or rotation of the altar-type safe 0700 is within the predetermined threshold (S0903). If it is greater than the threshold, the detected position output unit 0706 issues an alarm (S0904 Yes). On the other hand, if it is below the threshold, the detected position output unit 0706 does nothing in particular (S0904 No).

[0130] <Embodiment 6 Effects> This embodiment of the invention makes it possible to prevent theft and provide a Buddhist altar-type safe 0700. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0131] 0100 Buddhist altar-shaped safe 0101 Casing 0102 Front door 0103 Information Reception Department 0104 Base 0105 Handle 0106 Buddhist altar interior 0107 Buddhist statues 0200 Buddhist altar-shaped safe 0201 Information Reception Department 0202 Information judgment unit 0203 Database 0204 Power supply section 0301 CPU 0302 Non-volatile memory 0303 Main Memory 0304 Input / Output Interface 0602 Double-leaf front doors 0602A Front left door 0602B Front right door 0705 Position detection unit 0706 Detection position output unit

Claims

1. A casing with an opening on the front, The enclosure has a front door that can be closed and opened by inputting information, An information receiving unit that accepts input of the aforementioned information for opening, The interior of the Buddhist altar placed inside the enclosure, A Buddhist altar-shaped safe made of [unclear] material.

2. The Buddhist altar-type safe according to claim 1, wherein the interior of the Buddhist altar is decorated with gold and / or made of gold.

3. The altar-type safe according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the casing and the front door are fire-resistant.

4. The Buddhist altar-type safe according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the information receiving unit includes one or more of the following: a dial key, a keypad, a fingerprint reader, a facial recognition device, and a voice recognition device.

5. The altar-type safe according to claim 1 or claim 2, wherein the front door opens from both sides.

6. Furthermore, it includes a position detection unit that detects its own position, A position detection unit outputs the position detected by the position detection unit, The Buddhist altar-type safe according to claim 1 or claim 2, further comprising the above.

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