Joint fitting selection device, joint fitting selection method, and joint fitting selection program

The joint fitting selection device addresses the challenge of selecting appropriate fittings for piles by using a control unit to access pile estimation data and a joint pattern master, ensuring accurate and efficient joint fitting selection.

JP2026114851APending Publication Date: 2026-07-08OBIC CO LTD

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JP · JP
Patent Type
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Current Assignee / Owner
OBIC CO LTD
Filing Date
2024-12-26
Publication Date
2026-07-08

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Technical Problem

Existing technologies lack a method for automatically selecting appropriate joint fittings for piles with different shapes and sets, leading to the risk of incorrect input during production planning.

Method used

A joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit that accesses pile estimation linkage data and a joint pattern master to automatically select joint fittings based on pile product specifications, using a joint fitting selection unit to determine the appropriate fittings for the head and tip of the pile.

Benefits of technology

Automatically selects joint fittings, simplifying the selection process and reducing input errors, thereby improving operational efficiency and contributing to sustainable development goals.

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Abstract

This invention provides a fitting selection device, a fitting selection method, and a fitting selection program that can automatically select fittings to be used in manufacturing. [Solution] The joint fitting selection device according to this embodiment is a joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit, which is able to access pile estimation linkage data storing information on the pile product to be used and a joint pattern master that stores joint fittings linked to the specifications of the pile product, and the control unit is characterized by comprising a joint fitting selection unit that selects a joint fitting corresponding to the head and tip of the pile product to be used by referring to the joint pattern master.
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[0001] The present invention relates to a joint fitting selection device, a joint fitting selection method, and a joint fitting selection program.

Background Art

[0002] When manufacturing and installing pile products, joint fittings for connecting the pile products are required. The required joint fittings vary depending on the type of pile product, the connection method, the required strength, etc. However, experience is required to select appropriate joint fittings considering the above elements. Also, even when the required joint fittings are selected, there is a risk of incorrect input when entering the production plan into the system.

[0003] Patent Document 1 relates to a pile head structure characterized in that one end of a pile head reinforcing bar is fitted into a joint fitting provided with a plurality of spaced apart in the circumferential direction of the pile head, and is fixed by a wedge provided in the joint fitting. It also describes a joint fitting having a sleeve-shaped outer body having an opening for inserting an end portion of a rod-shaped member at one end, a plurality of wedges circumferentially divided and housed inside the outer body, and a spring for biasing the wedges toward the opening side, and the inner peripheral surface of the outer body and the outer peripheral surface of the wedge are in contact with each other at two or more tapered portions formed at intervals in the axial direction of the outer body (see, for example, Patent Document 1). 7]

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0005] However, Patent Document 1 does not describe a method for selecting joint fittings for piles with different shapes and sets.

[0006] The present invention has been made in view of the above, and aims to provide a joint fitting selection device, a joint fitting selection method, and a joint fitting selection program that can automatically select joint fittings to be used in manufacturing from pile product information entered in an estimate. [Means for solving the problem]

[0007] To solve the above-mentioned problems and achieve the objective, the present invention provides a joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit, which is capable of accessing pile estimation linkage data storing information on the pile product to be used and a joint pattern master that stores joint fittings corresponding to the specifications of the pile product in association with each other, and the control unit is characterized by comprising a joint fitting selection unit that selects a joint fitting corresponding to the head and tip of the pile product to be used by referring to the joint pattern master.

[0008] Furthermore, the joint fitting selection method of the present invention is a joint fitting selection method to be executed by a joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit, and is characterized in that it has access to pile estimation linkage data storing information on the pile product to be used and a joint pattern master that stores joint fittings linked to the specifications of the pile product, and the control unit is instructed to execute a joint fitting selection step of selecting a joint fitting corresponding to the head and tip of the pile product to be used by referring to the joint pattern master.

[0009] Furthermore, the joint fitting selection program of the present invention is a joint fitting selection program to be executed by a joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit, and is characterized in that it has access to pile estimation linkage data storing information on the pile product to be used and a joint pattern master that stores joint fittings linked to the specifications of the pile product, and causes the control unit to execute a joint fitting selection step of selecting a joint fitting corresponding to the head and tip of the pile product to be used by referring to the joint pattern master. [Effects of the Invention]

[0010] According to the present invention, the joint fittings to be used in manufacturing can be automatically selected from the pile product information entered in the estimate, thereby simplifying the selection of joint fittings and preventing input errors. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0011] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of a joint fitting selection device. [Figure 2] Figure 2 shows an example of pile estimation integration data. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a diagram illustrating the structure of a pile. [Figure 4] Figure 4 shows an example of a production request input screen. [Figure 5] Figure 5 shows an example of a joint pattern master. [Figure 6] Figure 6 shows an example of production request data. [Figure 7] Figure 7 illustrates an example of a pile product that explains the selection of joint fittings. [Figure 8] Figure 8 is a diagram illustrating the set breakdown numbers for the pile products. [Figure 9] Figure 9 shows an example illustrating the selection of joint fittings. [Figure 10] Figure 10 is a diagram illustrating an example of how to select fittings. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0012] Embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0013] [1. Structure] Referring to Figure 1, an example of the configuration of the joint fitting selection device 100 according to this embodiment will be described. Figure 1 is a block diagram showing an example of the configuration of the joint fitting selection device 100.

[0014] The joint fitting selection device 100 is a commercially available desktop personal computer. Note that the joint fitting selection device 100 is not limited to a stationary information processing system such as a desktop personal computer, and may also be a portable information processing device such as a commercially available notebook personal computer, PDA (Personal Digital Assistants), smartphone, or tablet personal computer.

[0015] The joint fitting selection device 100 includes a control unit 102, a communication interface unit 104, a storage unit 106, and an input / output interface unit 108. Each part of the joint fitting selection device 100 is communicably connected via an arbitrary communication path.

[0016] The communication interface unit 104 communicably connects the joint fitting selection device 100 to the network 300 via a communication device such as a router and a wired or wireless communication line such as a dedicated line. The communication interface unit 104 has a function of communicating data with other devices via a communication line. Here, the network 300 has a function of communicably connecting the joint fitting selection device 100 and the server 200, and is, for example, the Internet or a LAN (Local Area Network).

[0017] <未找到对应的原始文本,推测为 的翻译,待确认>An input device 400 and an output device 500 are connected to the input / output interface unit 108. In addition to a monitor (including a household TV), a speaker or a printer can be used for the output device 500. For the input device 400, in addition to a keyboard, a mouse, and a microphone, a monitor that cooperates with the mouse to realize a pointing device function can also be used. In the following, there may be cases where the output device 500 is described as the monitor 500, and the input device 400 is described as the keyboard 400 or the mouse 400. Also, displaying information on the monitor 500 and the user operating the input device 400, etc. may be described as "user operation via the UI".

[0018] The storage unit 106 stores various databases, tables, files, and the like. In the storage unit 106, a computer program for giving instructions to the CPU (Central Processing Unit) in cooperation with the OS (Operating System) to perform various processes is recorded. As the storage unit 106, for example, a memory device such as a RAM (Random Access Memory) or a ROM (Read Only Memory), a fixed disk device such as a hard disk, a flexible disk, and an optical disk can be used.

[0019] The storage unit 106 stores, for example, pile estimate link data 106a, joint pattern master 106b, production request data 106c, and the like.

[0020] The pile estimate link data 106a is data regarding the pile products to be used and is information input from the estimate system of the sales department. As shown by an example in FIG. 2, the pile estimate link data 106a stores information such as department, property number, set number, breakdown number within the set, pile code, head connection method code, head TYPE, tip connection method code, tip TYPE, construction method code, shaft diameter, pitch diameter, enlarged head diameter, quantity, and the like. Here, the "head" means one end of the pile, and the "tip" means the other end of the pile.

[0021] Also, the breakdown number within the set indicates the number of piles included in one set. As shown in FIG. 8, the breakdown numbers within the set "1", "2", "3" included in the set number "1" indicate that the set number "1" connects three piles with joint fittings. When the breakdown number within the set of one set number is only "1", it is composed of only one pile, and when the breakdown numbers within the set of one set number are "1", "2", it indicates that it is composed of two piles.

[0022] The "connection method" in the head connection method code and tip connection method code refers to the method of connecting multiple piles. "PJ" is an abbreviation for pairing joint, which is a method of connecting by fitting an inner ring and an outer ring together with a hydraulic jack. "TPJ" is an abbreviation for triple plate joint, which is a method of connecting using three connecting plates and connecting bolts.

[0023] The "TYPE" in "Head TYPE" and "Tip TYPE" refers to the type of fitting used on the head or tip. TYPE(I) is a fitting that uses 6 connecting bolts, and TYPE(II) is a fitting that uses 12 connecting bolts.

[0024] The "construction method" in the construction method code refers to the pile construction method, and "Hyper Straight Method" is a simple pre-boring type construction method for obtaining high bearing capacity.

[0025] "Shaft diameter" refers to the diameter of a straight pile as shown in Figure 3, "node diameter" refers to the diameter of the node portion of a nodal pile with nodes, and "enlarged head diameter" refers to the diameter of the enlarged head of an enlarged head pile that has an enlarged head at its end.

[0026] The joint pattern master 106b stores joint fittings associated with the specifications of the pile product. As shown in Figure 5 as an example, the joint pattern master 106b stores joint fitting codes associated with connection method codes, TYPE, pile code, construction method code, and pile specifications. Here, the pile specifications correspond to the set breakdown number and indicate the placement position of the pile.

[0027] Production request data 106c is data relating to the production request for piles and joint fittings. As shown in Figure 6 as an example, it stores information such as production request number, department, item number, set number, set breakdown number, pile code, pile specifications, shaft diameter, node diameter, enlarged head diameter, quantity, head connection method code, head type, head joint fitting code, tip connection method code, tip type, and tip joint fitting code.

[0028] The control unit 102 is a CPU or similar component that comprehensively controls the joint fitting selection device 100. The control unit 102 has internal memory for storing control programs such as the OS, programs that define various processing procedures, and required data, and executes various information processing based on these stored programs.

[0029] Functionally, the control unit 102 includes a joint fitting selection unit 102a, etc.

[0030] The joint fitting selection unit 102a selects the appropriate joint fitting for each head and tip of the pile product to be used by referring to the joint pattern master 106b.

[0031] [2. Processing] Here, a specific example of the processing performed by the joint fitting selection device 100 will be explained with reference to Figures 2 to 10.

[0032] When the sales department enters quotation information for pile products into the quotation system, the pile quotation linkage data 106a shown in Figure 2 is registered. When an order is received for pile products, the manufacturing department enters the key information, "department" and "project number," into the production request input screen, and the information for the pile products corresponding to the entered "department" and "project number" is set in the production input screen MA-1 shown in Figure 4. The information entered in the production input screen MA-1 is the production request corresponding to the first record of the pile quotation linkage data 106a in Figure 2.

[0033] In Figure 2, the first record of pile estimation linkage data 106a is "1" from set breakdown numbers "1" to "3" that make up set number "1". As shown in Figure 8, since the stake with set breakdown number "1" is located at the "top", the stake specification is automatically entered as "0 (top)". Note that the stake with set breakdown number "2" from set breakdown numbers "1" to "3" that make up set number "1" has a stake specification of "1 (middle)", and the stake with set breakdown number "3" from set breakdown numbers "1" to "3" that make up set number "1" has a stake specification of "2 (bottom)".

[0034] Furthermore, if a set number consists of set sub-numbers "1" and "2", the pile specification for pile "1" will be "0 (upper)", and the pile specification for pile "2" will be "2 (lower)". If a set number consists of set sub-numbers "1", the specification for pile "1" will be "4 (single)".

[0035] After the pile product information is entered into the production input screen MA-1, pressing the joint deployment button (not shown) causes the joint fitting selection unit 102a to refer to the joint pattern master 106b and select the corresponding joint fitting for each head and tip of the pile product to be used, which is then displayed on the production input screen MA-2. On the production request input screen MA-2, "TUGI01" is displayed as the head joint information and "TUGI07" is displayed as the tip joint information.

[0036] Next, we will explain the method for selecting joint fittings by referring to the joint pattern master 106b. Figure 7 is a diagram illustrating an example of a pile product used to explain the selection of joint fittings. It is data in which pile specifications (pile placement position) have been added to some of the pile information in records 1 to 3 of the pile estimation linkage data 106a in Figure 2.

[0037] First, for each pile head and tip of each set breakdown number, refer to the joint pattern master 106b to determine if there is a match in the connection method code, TYPE, pile code, construction method code, and pile specifications. The head of set breakdown number "1" has a connection method code of "0", TYPE of "1", pile code of "K001", construction method code of "101", and pile specifications of "upper", so the joint fitting code is "TUGI01", the first record of the joint pattern master 106b, as shown in Figure 9. The tip of set breakdown number "1" has a connection method code of "1", TYPE of "2", pile code of "K001", construction method code of "101", and pile specifications of "upper", so there is no match in the joint pattern master 106b.

[0038] The head of set breakdown number "2" has connection method code "0", TYPE "1", pile code "K001", construction method code "101", and pile specification "medium", so the joint fitting code is "TUGI02", the second record of joint pattern master 106b. The tip of set breakdown number "1" has connection method code "1", TYPE "2", pile code "K001", construction method code "101", and pile specification "medium", so there is no match for all of them in joint pattern master 106b.

[0039] The head of set breakdown number "3" has connection method code "0", TYPE "1", pile code "K001", construction method code "101", and pile specification "lower", so the joint fitting code is "TUGI03", the 3rd record of joint pattern master 106b. The tip of set breakdown number "1" has connection method code "1", TYPE "2", pile code "K001", construction method code "101", and pile specification "lower", so there is no match for all of them in joint pattern master 106b.

[0040] If there is no matching joint pattern in joint pattern master 106b for the joint method code, type, pile code, construction method code, and pile specifications, the joint fitting will be selected if the joint method code, type, and pile code match. While the selection is generally based on matching joint method code, type, pile code, construction method code, and pile specifications, some piles are not affected by the construction method or pile specifications. From a master maintenance perspective, for piles where the joint is not affected by the construction method or pile specifications, the joint fitting will be selected if the joint method code, type, and pile code match.

[0041] From the above perspective, the end of set breakdown number "1" is connection method code "1", TYPE "2", pile code "K001", and the joint fitting code is "TUGI07", the 7th record of joint pattern master 106b, as shown in Figure 10. The end of set breakdown number "2" and the end of set breakdown number "3" are also connection method code "1", TYPE "2", pile code "K001", and the joint fitting code is "TUGI07", the 7th record of joint pattern master 106b.

[0042] According to the joint fitting selection device 100 of this embodiment, a joint pattern master is provided that stores and links joint fittings corresponding to the specifications of the pile product. This allows for the automatic selection of joint fittings to be used in manufacturing from the pile product information entered in the estimate, simplifying the selection of joint fittings and preventing input errors.

[0043] [3. Contribution to the United Nations-led Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)] This embodiment can contribute to improving operational efficiency and promoting appropriate management decisions within companies, thereby enabling contributions to SDGs Goals 8 and 9.

[0044] Furthermore, this embodiment can contribute to reducing waste and promoting paperless and digital processes, thereby contributing to SDGs Goals 12, 13, and 15.

[0045] Furthermore, this embodiment can contribute to strengthening control and governance, thereby enabling contributions to SDG Goal 16.

[0046] [4. Other Embodiments] In addition to the embodiments described above, the present invention may be implemented in various different embodiments within the scope of the technical idea described in the claims.

[0047] For example, among the processes described in the embodiments, all or part of the processes described as being performed automatically can be performed manually, or all or part of the processes described as being performed manually can be performed automatically by known methods.

[0048] Furthermore, the processing procedures, control procedures, specific names, information including parameters such as registration data and search conditions for each process, screen examples, and database configuration shown in this specification and in the drawings may be changed at will unless otherwise specified.

[0049] Furthermore, with respect to the joint fitting selection device 100, each component shown in the illustration is a functional concept and does not necessarily need to be physically configured as shown.

[0050] For example, the processing functions of the fitting selection device 100, particularly those performed in the control unit, may be implemented entirely or partially by a CPU and a program interpreted and executed by the CPU, or they may be implemented as wired logic hardware. The program is recorded on a non-temporary computer-readable recording medium containing programmed instructions for causing the information processing device to execute the processing described in this embodiment, and is mechanically read by the fitting selection device 100 as needed. That is, a storage unit such as ROM or HDD (Hard Disk Drive) contains a computer program that works in cooperation with the OS to give instructions to the CPU and perform various processing tasks. This computer program is executed by being loaded into RAM and works in cooperation with the CPU to constitute the control unit.

[0051] Furthermore, this computer program may be stored on an application program server connected to the fitting selection device 100 via any network, and it is possible to download all or part of it as needed.

[0052] Furthermore, the program for executing the processing described in this embodiment may be stored on a non-temporary computer-readable recording medium, or it may be configured as a program product. Here, "recording medium" includes any "portable physical medium" such as memory cards, USB (Universal Serial Bus) memory, SD (Secure Digital) cards, flexible disks, magneto-optical disks, ROMs, EPROMs (Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory), EEPROMs (Registered Trademark) (Electrically Erasable and Programmable Read Only Memory), CD-ROMs (Compact Disk Read Only Memory), MOs (Magneto-Optical disks), DVDs (Digital Versatile Disks), and Blu-ray (Registered Trademark) Discs.

[0053] Furthermore, "program" refers to a data processing method described in any language or writing method, regardless of its format, such as source code or binary code. Note that "program" is not necessarily limited to a single, monolithic structure; it also includes distributed structures consisting of multiple modules or libraries, and those that work in cooperation with other programs, such as an operating system, to achieve their functions. Regarding the specific configuration and reading procedures for reading the recording medium in each device shown in the embodiments, as well as the installation procedures after reading, well-known configurations and procedures can be used.

[0054] The various databases stored in the memory unit are storage means such as RAM, ROM, other memory devices, hard disks, flexible disks, and optical disks, and store various programs, tables, databases, and web page files used for various processes and website provision.

[0055] Furthermore, the fitting selection device 100 may be configured as an information processing device such as a known personal computer or workstation, or as an information processing device to which any peripheral devices are connected. Alternatively, the fitting selection device 100 may be implemented by installing software (including programs or data, etc.) that enables the processing described in this embodiment onto the device.

[0056] Furthermore, the specific forms of distribution and integration of the devices are not limited to those shown in the illustration, and all or part of them can be configured by functionally or physically distributing and integrating them in any unit according to various additions or functional loads. In other words, the embodiments described above may be implemented in any combination, or the embodiments may be implemented selectively. [Industrial applicability]

[0057] This invention is used in the concrete pile industry and is particularly useful for companies that manufacture and construct piles. [Explanation of symbols]

[0058] 100 Fitting Selection Device 102 Control Unit 102a Fitting Selection Section 104 Communication Interface Section 106 Storage section 106a Pile Estimation Linkage Data 106b Fitting Pattern Master 106c Production Request Data 108 Input / Output Interface Section 200 servers 300 Networks 400 Input Devices 500 Output Device

Claims

1. A joint fitting selection device comprising a control unit, Pile estimation linkage data containing information on the pile products to be used, A joint pattern master that stores and links joint fittings corresponding to the specifications of pile products, Accessible, The control unit, A joint fitting selection unit selects the appropriate joint fitting for each head and tip of the pile product to be used, by referring to the aforementioned joint pattern master. A fitting selection device characterized by comprising the following:

2. The aforementioned pile estimation linkage data stores a set breakdown number corresponding to the quantity of piles to be connected, The aforementioned joint pattern master stores joint fitting information corresponding to the pile specifications (pile placement position) that correspond to the set breakdown number. The joint fitting selection device according to feature 1.

3. The aforementioned pile estimation linkage data stores pile code, head connection method code, head type, tip connection method code, tip type, construction method code, and pile shape information. The aforementioned joint fitting selection unit selects a joint fitting for the head or tip of the pile product by referring to the aforementioned joint pattern master, according to the pile code, connection method code, head or tip type, construction method code, and pile specifications (pile placement position). The joint fitting selection device according to feature 2.

4. If no joint fitting selection unit exists in the joint pattern master that matches the pile code, connection method code, head or tip type, construction method code, and pile placement position (pile specifications), the aforementioned joint fitting selection unit will select one that matches the pile code, connection method code, and head or tip type. The joint fitting selection device according to feature 3.

5. A joint fitting selection method to be performed by a joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit, Pile estimation linkage data containing information on the pile products to be used, A joint pattern master that stores and links joint fittings corresponding to the specifications of pile products, Accessible, To be executed by the control unit, A joint fitting selection step in which a joint fitting is selected for each head and tip of the pile product to be used, by referring to the aforementioned joint pattern master, A method for selecting fittings, characterized by including [a specific element].

6. A joint fitting selection program to be executed by a joint fitting selection device equipped with a control unit, Pile estimation linkage data containing information on the pile products to be used, A joint pattern master that stores and links joint fittings corresponding to the specifications of pile products, Accessible, The control unit, A joint fitting selection step in which a joint fitting is selected for each head and tip of the pile product to be used, by referring to the aforementioned joint pattern master, A joint fitting selection program characterized by causing the following to be executed.