Rotating motion platform and viewing system

Abstract

We provide a rotating motion platform that can increase passenger capacity and improve the boarding experience. [Solution] A rotary motion platform comprising a first mounting seat, a second mounting seat, a rotation mechanism, and a first operating mechanism, wherein the rotation mechanism includes a base and a drive unit, the drive unit being connected to the base and rotating the base about a rotation axis, the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat being positioned on opposite sides of the base, the base rotating about the rotation axis causing the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat to rotate between an operating area and a preparation area, the first operating mechanism includes a first connecting part and a first actuator system, the first connecting part being pivotally attached to the base and the first mounting seat, the first actuator system being pivotally attached to the base and the first mounting seat, and the first actuator system being configured to pivot the first mounting seat about a first pivot axis and to pivot the first mounting seat about a first rolling axis relative to the first connecting part.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a motion platform, and in particular, to a rotary motion platform that can increase the passenger carrying capacity and improve the riding experience.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, in various entertainment facilities such as amusement parks, movie theaters, and stereoscopic theaters, it is known that a motion platform is used instead of conventional fixed seats. A motion platform is generally configured to include a mounting seat and a driving mechanism. The front side of the mounting seat is for a passenger to sit, and the lower part is connected to the driving mechanism. The driving mechanism enables the mounting seat to perform motions such as vibration and swinging. Thereby, passengers can also experience sensory stimuli other than visual perception, and entertainment is improved.

[0003] However, there is a limit to the number of passengers that can be seated in front of the mounting seat. For the next passenger to board, he must wait until the previous passenger completely gets off. Therefore, when there are many users, the waiting time becomes long, which may reduce the quality of the riding experience. Therefore, there is room for improvement in conventional motion platforms.

Summary of the Invention

Problem to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] In view of such problems, an object of the present invention is to provide a rotary motion platform that can increase the passenger carrying capacity and improve the riding experience.

Means for Solving the Problem

[0005] To achieve the above objective, the present invention provides a rotary motion platform that defines a working area and a preparation area that are arranged relatively. The rotating platform includes a first seat for passengers to sit on, a second seat for passengers to sit on, a base and a drive unit, the drive unit being connected to the base and configured to rotate the base about a rotation axis, the first seat and the second seat being positioned on opposite sides of the base, the base being configured to rotate about the rotation axis to rotate the first seat and the second seat between an operating area and a preparation area, and a first operating mechanism having a first coupling and a first actuator system, the first coupling pivotally attached to the base and the first seat, respectively, the first actuator system also pivotally attached to the base and the first seat, respectively, the first actuator system being configured to swing the first seat about a first pivot axis and swing the first seat about a first rolling axis relative to the first coupling.

[0006] The present invention further provides a viewing system comprising a spherical screen and the rotating platform. The rotating platform is positioned on one side of the spherical screen, and is configured such that one of the first and second mounting seats located in the operating area faces the spherical screen, and the other, located in the preparation area, faces away from the spherical screen.

[0007] According to the present invention, by providing a first seat and a second seat, the passenger capacity can be significantly increased. Furthermore, by arranging the first seat and the second seat on opposing sides of the base and providing a first operating mechanism, the first seat can be operated by the first operating mechanism, the base rotates around a rotation axis, and the first seat and the second seat can be rotated between the operating area and the preparation area. For example, when a passenger seated in the first seat in the operating area is engaged in an activity such as watching a movie, the first operating mechanism can operate the first seat to perform the corresponding action. At the same time, the next passenger can be seated in the second seat in the preparation area and proceed with preparation. When the passenger in the first seat has finished watching, the base can be rotated to move the first seat to the preparation area and the second seat to the operating area. At this time, the first operating mechanism can move the first seat to a position that makes it easy for passengers to disembark, allowing passengers to get off smoothly and enabling the next passenger to board smoothly as well. As a result, waiting times can be significantly reduced even when there are many passengers, and the boarding experience can be effectively improved.

[0008] Furthermore, the design allows multiple rotating platforms to operate independently, enabling asynchronous rotation of each platform during periods of high traffic or congestion, thereby distributing congestion. Additionally, when visitor numbers are low, energy consumption can be reduced by operating only the rotating platforms on specific levels. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0009] [Figure 1] This is a side view of a rotating motion platform according to a preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 2] This is a plan view of a rotary motion platform according to the above preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 3] This is a perspective view of the first mounting base according to the above preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 4]This is a side view of a rotary motion platform according to the above preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 5] This is a perspective view of a viewing system according to another preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Figure 6] This is a side view of a rotating motion platform according to another preferred embodiment of the present invention. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0010] Hereinafter, preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the drawings. Referring to Figures 1 to 4, the rotary motion platform 1 according to this embodiment defines opposing operating areas Z1 and preparation areas Z2 and comprises a first mounting seat 10, a second mounting seat 10', a rotation mechanism 20, a first operating mechanism 30, and a second operating mechanism 30'.

[0011] As shown in Figure 1, both the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10' are equipped with seats for passengers to sit on. The rotation mechanism 20 includes a base 22 and a drive unit 24, the drive unit 24 being connected to the base 22 and rotating the base 22 around the rotation axis A1. In this embodiment, the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10' are provided on opposite sides of the base 22 and are arranged facing away from each other, but the present invention is not limited thereto. The base 22 rotates around the rotation axis A1, and the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10' can be rotated between the operating area Z1 and the preparation area Z2. The drive unit 24 can be composed of a motor, and the base 22 can be composed of a turntable.

[0012] As shown in Figure 1, the first operating mechanism 30 includes a first connecting portion 32 and a first actuator system 34. The first connecting portion 32 is pivotally attached to the base 22 and the first mounting seat 10, and as shown in Figure 3, the first connecting portion 32 comprises a first frame portion 321 and two first extensions 322. In this embodiment, the first connecting portion 32 comprises two first extensions 322, but the present invention is not limited thereto, and may have one or three or more. The first frame portion 321 is coupled to the first mounting seat 10, and the two first extensions 322 extend from below the first frame portion 321 and are pivotally attached to the base 22 about a first pivot axis X1.

[0013] Referring to Figure 3, the first actuator system 34 is pivotally attached to the base 22 and the first mounting seat 10, respectively, and is located behind the first mounting seat 10. The first actuator system 34 can pivot the first mounting seat 10 about a first pivot axis X1, and further pivot the first mounting seat 10 about a first rolling axis X2 relative to the first coupling 32. Specifically, the first actuator system 34 includes two first actuators 341, which are symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first rolling axis X2 and are pivotally attached to the base 22 and the first mounting seat 10, respectively. The first coupling 32 is pivotally attached behind the first mounting seat 10 about the first rolling axis X2, and the two actuators 341 are positioned at an angle with respect to the first pivot axis. The first actuator 341 may be a linear actuator, and when each is operated, the first mounting seat 10 is swung relative to the first connecting part 32 about the first rolling axis X2, that is, the first mounting seat 10 can be made to perform a roll motion (flipping motion), and furthermore, the first mounting seat 10 can be made to perform a pitch motion (elevation motion) by swung about the first swing axis X1.

[0014] As shown in Figure 1, the second operating mechanism 30' includes a second connecting portion 32' and a second actuator system 34'. The second connecting portion 32' is pivotally attached to the base 22 and the second mounting seat 10' and comprises a second frame portion 321' and two second extensions 322'. In this embodiment, there are two extensions, but it is not limited to one or more. The second frame portion 321' is coupled to the second mounting seat 10', and the two extensions 322' extend downward and are pivotally attached to the base 22 about the second pivot axis X1'.

[0015] The second actuator system 34' is pivotally attached to the base 22 and the second mounting seat 10', and is pivotally attached to the rear of the second mounting seat 10'. The second actuator system 34' can pivot the second mounting seat 10' around the second pivot axis X1', and can also pivot it around the second rolling axis X2' relative to the second coupling 32'. In detail, the second actuator system 34' includes two second actuators 341', each symmetrically arranged on either side of the second rolling axis X2' and pivotally attached to the base 22 and the second mounting seat 10'. The second coupling 32' is pivotally attached behind the second mounting seat 10' around the second rolling axis X2', and the two second actuators 341' are positioned at an angle with respect to the second pivot axis. The actuator 341' may be a linear actuator, and its operation causes the second mounting seat 10' to swing relative to the second connecting portion 32' about the second rolling axis X2', that is, to perform a roll motion (flipping motion) of the second mounting seat 10'. Furthermore, the second mounting seat 10' can also perform a pitch motion (elevation motion) by swinging about the second swing axis X1'. In this embodiment, the first rolling axis X2 and the second rolling axis X2' are different axes, but in other embodiments, they may be the same axis.

[0016] As shown in Figure 4, the rotary operating platform 1 comprises a housing 40, which has a side opening 40a, and the rotary mechanism 20 is located inside the housing 40 and positioned in the side opening 40a. The operating area Z1 is located outside the side opening 40a, and the preparation area Z2 is located in the internal space of the housing. Furthermore, the rotary operating platform 1 comprises a partition plate 50, which is mounted on a base 22 and positioned between the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10'. The base 22 can rotate the partition plate 50, and when the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10' are located in the operating area Z1 and the preparation area Z2, respectively, the partition plate 50 can shield the side opening 40a, thereby effectively separating the space between the operating area Z1 and the preparation area Z2.

[0017] In this embodiment, the first seating seat 10 and the second seating seat 10' can be operated independently by the first operating mechanism 30 and the second operating mechanism 30', respectively, and the base 22 rotates around the rotation axis A1, allowing the first seating seat 10 and the second seating seat 10' to rotate and move between the operating area Z1 and the preparation area Z2. For example, while a passenger seated in the first seating seat 10 is engaged in viewing activities in the operating area Z1, the next passenger can board the second seating seat 10' in the preparation area Z2 and proceed with preparations. At this time, the second operating mechanism 30' moves the second seating seat 10' to a position suitable for boarding, and when the passenger in the first seating seat 10 has finished viewing, the base 22 rotates, moving the first seating seat 10 to the preparation area Z2 and the second seating seat 10' to the operating area Z1. The second operating mechanism 30' causes the second seating position 10' to move in a manner appropriate for viewing, and the first operating mechanism 30 moves the first seating position 10 to a position suitable for disembarking. This allows passengers seated in the first seating position 10 to disembark smoothly, and subsequent passengers to board smoothly. In this way, even with a large number of passengers, waiting times can be significantly reduced and the boarding experience can be improved.

[0018] Referring to Figure 5, another embodiment of the present invention, the viewing system 2, includes a spherical screen 3 and the rotating platform 1 described above. The rotating platform 1 is positioned on one side of the spherical screen 3, with either the first mounting seat 10 or the second mounting seat 10' in the operating area Z1 facing the spherical screen 3, and the other in the preparation area Z2 facing away from the spherical screen 3.

[0019] More specifically, in this embodiment, the housing 40 comprises a plurality of layer plates 42 and has a plurality of side openings 40a. These layer plates 42 are arranged vertically and spaced apart, and a plurality of rotary operation platforms 1 are arranged correspondingly on the layer plates 42 and corresponding to each side opening 40a. The operating area Z1 is located outside each side opening 40a, and the preparation area Z2 is located in the internal space of the housing 40. This embodiment has a plurality of rotary operation platforms 1, which are arranged vertically in a spaced-apart manner corresponding to these side openings 40a, and each rotary operation platform 1 is operable independently of each other.

[0020] As described above, each rotary motion platform 1 can be rotated synchronously or asynchronously as required. For example, in normal operation, the rotary motion platforms 1 of each layer can be rotated synchronously; when there are a large number of exiting people or during peak congestion, rotating them asynchronously can achieve the effect of dispersing pedestrian flow. Furthermore, when there are few users such as during off-seasons or on weekdays, operating only the rotary motion platform 1 of a specific layer contributes to saving operating energy. Furthermore, in the present embodiment, the distance between each rotary motion platform 1 and the spherical screen 3 is the same, and the rotation axis A1 of all rotary motion platforms 1 is common. However, the present invention is not limited thereto. As shown in FIG. 6, the distance between each rotary motion platform 1 and the spherical screen 3 may be different, that is, the rotation axes A1, A1', A1'' may be different from each other. For example, the rotary motion platform 1 at the lowermost layer of the housing 40 may be arranged farther from the spherical screen 3, and the rotary motion platform 1 at the uppermost layer of the housing 40 may be arranged closer thereto. In this case, the rotation axis A1 of each rotary motion platform 1 is different.

[0021] As described above, according to the present invention, providing the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10' can greatly increase the passenger carrying capacity. By providing these mounting seats 10, 10' at opposing positions on the base 22 and enabling them to be independently operated by the first motion mechanism 30 and the second motion mechanism 30' respectively, the base 22 rotates about the rotation axis A1, enabling the first mounting seat 10 and the second mounting seat 10' to be rotationally moved between the operation area Z1 and the preparation area Z2. Furthermore, by adopting a design in which a plurality of rotary motion platforms 1 can operate independently of each other, when there are a large number of exiting people or during peak congestion, rotating the rotary motion platforms 1 asynchronously can achieve the effect of dispersing pedestrian flow. In addition, when there are few users, energy saving can be achieved by operating only the rotary motion platform 1 of a specific layer.

[0022] It should be noted that the above description is merely a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and various modifications, improvements and substitutions can be made without departing from the scope of the present invention, and all such modifications are included in the scope of the claims of the present invention. Description of Reference Numerals

[0023] 1: rotating motion platform 10: first mounting seat 10’: second mounting seat 2: viewing system 20: rotation mechanism 22: base 24: driving unit 3: spherical screen 30: first motion mechanism 30’: second motion mechanism 32: first connecting portion 32’: second connecting portion 321: first frame portion 321’: second frame portion 322: first extension portion 322’: second extension portion 34: first actuator system 34’: second actuator system 341: first actuator 341’: second actuator 40: housing 40a: side opening 42: layer plate 50: partition plate A1,A1’,A1’’: rotation shaft X1: first swing axis X1’: second swing axis X2: first rolling axis X2’: second rolling axis Z1: operating area Z2: preparation area

Claims

1. A rotary motion platform that defines a working area and a preparation area arranged relatively, The first seat for passengers to sit in, A second seat for passengers to sit in, A rotating mechanism comprising a base and a drive unit, wherein the drive unit is connected to the base and configured to rotate the base about a rotation axis, the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat are arranged on opposite sides of the base, and the base rotates about the rotation axis to rotate the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat between the operating area and the preparation area, A first operating mechanism comprising a first connecting portion and a first actuator system, wherein the first connecting portion is pivotally attached to the base and the first mounting seat, respectively, and the first actuator system is also pivotally attached to the base and the first mounting seat, respectively, and the first actuator system is configured to pivot the first mounting seat about a first pivot axis and to pivot the first mounting seat about a first rolling axis relative to the first connecting portion, and A rotating motion platform including a rotating motion platform.

2. The rotary operating platform according to claim 1, further comprising a second connecting portion and a second actuator system, wherein the second connecting portion is pivotally attached to the base and the second mounting seat, respectively, and the second actuator system is also pivotally attached to the base and the second mounting seat, respectively, and the second actuator system is configured to pivot the second mounting seat about a second pivot axis and to pivot the second mounting seat about a second rolling axis relative to the second connecting portion.

3. The rotary operating platform according to claim 1, further comprising a housing, the housing having a side opening, and the rotating mechanism being arranged in the housing and located in the side opening such that the operating area is located outside the side opening and the preparation area is located in the internal space of the housing.

4. The rotating platform according to claim 3, further comprising a partition plate provided on the base and positioned between the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat, wherein the base rotates the partition plate so that when the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat are positioned in the operating area and the preparation area, respectively, the partition plate closes the side opening.

5. The rotary motion platform according to claim 1, wherein the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat are arranged facing away from each other.

6. The first actuator system includes two first actuators, the two first actuators being symmetrically arranged on both sides of the first rolling axis and pivotally mounted to the base and the first mounting seat, respectively. The rotary motion platform according to claim 2, wherein the second actuator system comprises two second actuators, the two second actuators being symmetrically arranged on both sides of the second rolling axis and pivotally mounted to the base and the second mounting seat, respectively.

7. The rotary motion platform according to claim 6, wherein the two first actuators are provided at an inclination with respect to the first pivot axis, and the two second actuators are provided at an inclination with respect to the second pivot axis.

8. The rotary motion platform according to claim 2, wherein the first actuator system is pivotally mounted behind the first mounting seat, and the second actuator system is pivotally mounted behind the second mounting seat.

9. The rotary motion platform according to claim 2, wherein the first connecting portion is pivotally attached to the rear of the first mounting seat with respect to the first rolling axis, and the second connecting portion is pivotally attached to the rear of the second mounting seat with respect to the second rolling axis.

10. The rotational motion platform according to claim 2, wherein the first rolling axis and the second rolling axis are the same axis.

11. The first connecting portion includes a first frame portion and two first extensions, the first frame portion being pivotally attached to the first mounting base, and the two first extensions extending from below the first frame portion and pivotally attached to the base about the first pivot axis. The rotary motion platform according to claim 2, wherein the second connecting portion includes a second frame portion and two second extensions, the second frame portion being pivotally attached to the second mounting base, and the two second extensions extending from below the second frame portion and pivotally attached to the base about the second pivot axis.

12. A spherical screen and Includes the rotary motion platform described in claim 1, The rotating platform is positioned on one side of the spherical screen, and the viewing system is configured such that one of the first mounting seat and the second mounting seat located in the operating area faces the spherical screen, while the other, located in the preparation area, faces away from the spherical screen.

13. The viewing system according to claim 12, further comprising a plurality of the aforementioned rotating motion platforms, wherein the plurality of rotating motion platforms are arranged at intervals in the vertical direction.

14. The viewing system according to claim 13, further comprising a housing having a plurality of layer plates and a plurality of side openings, wherein the layer plates are arranged at intervals in the vertical direction, the plurality of rotating operating platforms are arranged corresponding to the layer plates in a manner corresponding to the side openings, the operating area is located outside the side openings, and the preparation area is located in the internal space of the housing.

15. The viewing system according to claim 13, wherein each of the plurality of rotating motion platforms is capable of operating independently.

16. The viewing system according to claim 12, comprising a plurality of the aforementioned rotating motion platforms, wherein the bases of these rotating motion platforms are configured to rotate around different axes of rotation.

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