building

Abstract

To enable installation of cargo receiving equipment without narrowing indoor space and to enable effective use of dead space.SOLUTION: A building comprises: a first opening 10 formed so as to penetrate a foundation 1 that faces an outdoor space and supports a building skeleton 2; a second opening 12 formed so as to penetrate a floor 3 of the building skeleton 2 and positioned above the first opening 10; luggage placement portions 14, 24 provided in an underfloor space 6 of a floor 3 on which luggage P is placed; and lifting means 15, 35 provided in the underfloor space 6 for moving the luggage placement portions 14, 24 up and down between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 1

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a building provided with a loading facility using an underfloor space.

Background Art

[0002] In recent years, the volume of home delivery has been increasing, and the demand for loading facilities called home delivery boxes and the like has been growing, regardless of whether it is a detached house or an apartment house. Patent Document 1 discloses a built-in home delivery box provided in an opening formed in the outer wall of a detached house. Further, Patent Document 2 discloses a home delivery locker that can be shared among residents of an apartment house by enabling personal authentication.

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

[0003]

Patent Document 1

Patent Document 2

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] It is needless to say that a home delivery box is convenient for users, but it is also highly convenient and useful for delivery companies as it can reduce the number of redeliveries. Therefore, there are many demands to introduce a home delivery box at home or to popularize it. However, for example, in the case of a built-in home delivery box, problems such as compression of indoor space may occur, or in the case of a home delivery box in an apartment house, the shared space may become narrow. Therefore, in order to promote the introduction and popularization of home delivery boxes, ingenuity regarding the installation location of the home delivery box is required.

[0005] This invention was made in view of the above circumstances, and its objective is to enable the installation of loading / unloading equipment without reducing indoor space, thereby making effective use of dead space. [Means for solving the problem]

[0006] The invention described in claim 1 is a building, as shown in Figures 1 to 10, for example, A first opening 10 is formed by penetrating the foundation 1 that supports the building frame 2 facing the outdoor space, A second opening 12 is formed by penetrating the floor 3 of the building structure 2 and is located above the first opening 10, The floor 3 has underfloor space 6 where luggage P is placed, and luggage storage sections 14, 24 are provided in this space. The underfloor space 6 is provided with lifting means 15, 35 that move the luggage storage sections 14, 24 up and down between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12, The first door 11 is configured to open and close the first opening 10 and to be lockable or unlockable, The second door 13 is configured to open and close the second opening 12 and to be lockable or unlockable, An operating means 17 is provided above the floor 3 and is used to operate the lifting means 15, Equipped with 、 The operating means 17 is configured such that the lifting means 15 can be operated at least when the first door 11 is locked. It is characterized by having this feature.

[0007] According to the invention described in claim 1, the building includes a first opening 10 formed through the foundation 1 that supports the building frame 2 facing the outdoor space, a second opening 12 formed through the floor 3 of the building frame 2 and located above the first opening 10, luggage loading sections 14, 24 provided in the underfloor space 6 of the floor 3 on which luggage P can be placed, and lifting means 15, 35 provided in the underfloor space 6 to move the luggage loading sections 14, 24 up and down between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12. Therefore, after placing luggage P into the underfloor space 6 through the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1 facing the outdoor space and placing it on the luggage loading sections 14, 24, the luggage loading sections 14, 24 can be raised by the lifting means 15, 35, and the luggage P on the luggage loading sections 14, 24 that have moved to the second opening 12 can be received in the indoor space. This allows the underfloor space 6 of the building to be used as a loading / unloading facility, so that the loading / unloading facility can be installed without reducing the indoor space, and the underfloor space 6, which tends to become dead space, can be effectively utilized.

[0009] Also The operating means 17 is configured such that the lifting means 15 can be operated at least when the first door 11 is locked. Therefore, after the first door 11 is locked, the lifting means 15 can be used to raise the luggage loading sections 14 and 24 and move them to the second opening 12, allowing luggage P to be received in the indoor space. In other words, when receiving luggage P from the luggage loading sections 14 and 24 that have moved to the second opening 12, the first opening 10 is closed by the first door 11, separating the outdoors from the indoors, thus enhancing security. This resolves the security issues that often arise when connecting the outdoors and indoors using the underfloor space 6 and receiving luggage in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0010] Claim 2 The invention described above is, for example, as shown in Figures 1 to 6, 1 In the building described above, Further comprising is an inner door 16 located on the underfloor space 6 side of the first door 11, and facing the first door 11, which is capable of opening and closing, and is configured to be lockable or unlockable, The operating means 17 is configured such that the lifting means 15 can be operated when the first door 11 and the inner door 16 are locked.

[0011] Claim 2 According to the invention described above, the operating means 17 is configured to allow operation of the lifting means 15 when the first door 11 and the inner door 16 are locked. Therefore, after the first door 11 and the inner door 16 are locked, the lifting means 15 can be used to raise the luggage loading sections 14 and 24 and remove the luggage P from the second opening 12. In other words, when removing the luggage P from the second opening 12, the first opening 10 is closed by the first door 11 and the inner door 16, creating a double barrier between the outdoors and the indoors, further enhancing security. This solves the security problems that often arise when connecting the outdoors and indoors using the underfloor space 6 and receiving luggage in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0012] Claim 3 The invention described above is, for example, as shown in Figures 4 to 9, It is a building, A first opening 10 is formed by penetrating the foundation 1 that supports the building frame 2 facing the outdoor space, A second opening 12 is formed by penetrating the floor 3 of the building structure 2 and is located above the first opening 10, The floor 3 has underfloor space 6 where luggage P is placed, and luggage storage sections 14, 24 are provided in this space. The underfloor space 6 is provided with lifting means 15, 35 for moving the luggage storage sections 14, 24 up and down between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12, The luggage placement section 24 is a box-shaped body 24 formed in the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. The aforementioned box body 24 is A third opening 25 is formed in the side plate on the side of the first opening 10, A fourth opening 27 is formed in a side plate facing a different direction from the side plate in which the third opening 25 is formed, The invention is characterized by having a third door 26 configured to open and close the third opening 25 and to be locked or unlocked.

[0013] According to the invention described in claim 3 According to the invention described in claim The building includes a first opening 10 formed by penetrating the foundation 1 that supports the building frame 2 facing the outdoor space, a second opening 12 formed by penetrating the floor 3 of the building frame 2 and located above the first opening 10, luggage loading areas 14 and 24 provided in the underfloor space 6 of the floor 3 on which luggage P can be placed, and lifting means 15 and 35 provided in the underfloor space 6 to move the luggage loading areas 14 and 24 up and down between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12. Therefore, after placing luggage P into the underfloor space 6 through the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1 facing the outdoor space and placing it on the luggage loading areas 14 and 24, the luggage loading areas 14 and 24 can be raised by the lifting means 15 and 35, and the luggage P on the luggage loading areas 14 and 24 that have moved to the second opening 12 can be received in the indoor space. This allows the underfloor space 6 of the building to be used as a loading / unloading facility, so that the loading / unloading facility can be installed without reducing the indoor space, and the underfloor space 6, which tends to become dead space, can be effectively utilized. Also, The box body 24 which is a luggage placement part has a third opening 25 formed in the side plate on the first opening 10 side, and a fourth opening 27 formed in a side plate in a direction different from the side plate where the third opening 25 is formed. Therefore, the luggage P put in from the first opening 10 is accommodated inside the box body 24 through the third opening 25, and after the box body 24 is lifted by the lifting means 15 and moved to the second opening 12, the luggage P can be taken out from the fourth opening 27 in a direction different from the third opening 25. That is, since the fourth opening 27 is arranged in a direction different from the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1 facing the outdoor space, it can be arranged in a direction different from the outer wall 5 of the building body 2, and it is easy to take out the luggage P. Furthermore, since the box body 24 has a third door 26 configured to open and close the third opening 25 and enable locking or unlocking, when accommodating the luggage P, after accommodating the luggage P inside the box body 24 from the third opening 25, the third door 26 can be locked. As a result, the inside of the box body 24 and the outdoors are blocked, so the security can be enhanced. Thereby, it is possible to solve the problem points regarding security that are likely to occur when connecting the outdoors and the indoors using the underfloor space 6 and receiving luggage in that state. As a result, it can contribute to the effective use of dead space.

[0014] According to the invention described in claim <​​​​​​​​​​The operating means 17, 30 are configured such that the lifting means 15, 35 can be operated when at least the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked.

[0015] Claim 4 According to the invention described above, the operating means 17,30 are configured such that the lifting means 15,35 can be operated when at least the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked. Therefore, after at least the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked, the box body 24 can be raised by the lifting means 15,35 and moved to the second opening 12, allowing the cargo P to be received in the indoor space. In other words, after the cargo P is placed in the box body 24, the outdoors and indoors are doubly separated by the first door 11 and the third door 26. Furthermore, since the box body 24 can be raised by the lifting means 15,35 using the operating means 17,30, security can be further enhanced. This solves the security problems that tend to occur when connecting the outdoors and indoors using the underfloor space 6 and receiving cargo in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0016] Claim 5 The invention described above is, for example, as shown in Figures 7 to 9, 3 or 4 In the building described above, Multiple box bodies 24 are provided in the underfloor space 6. The multiple box bodies 24 are slidable within the underfloor space 6 and their arrangement can be rearranged. The system further includes a movement control means 30 for controlling the sliding movement and rearrangement of the multiple box bodies 24, The aforementioned underfloor space 6 is A first waiting area 6a is provided which faces the first opening 10 and is where one of the multiple box bodies 24 waits, A second waiting area 6b where the other box bodies 24 of the multiple box bodies 24, excluding one of the box bodies 24, are waiting, It has a non-standby area 6c in which none of the multiple box bodies 24 are in standby, The aforementioned movement control means 30 is The system is characterized by controlling the sliding movement of multiple box bodies 24 between the first standby area 6a and the second standby area 6b, and rearranging their arrangement, by temporarily utilizing the non-standby area 6c.

[0017] Claim 5 According to the invention described above, the movement control means 30 that controls the sliding movement and rearrangement of the multiple box bodies 24 controls the sliding movement of the multiple box bodies 24 between the first waiting area 6a and the second waiting area 6b, using the non-waiting area 6c temporarily, and rearranges their arrangement. As a result, the box body 24 waiting in the first waiting area 6a, which faces the first opening 10 and is equipped with a lifting means 35, can receive the luggage P. When the next luggage P arrives, the multiple box bodies 24 can be moved within the underfloor space 6, and the luggage P can be received by a box body 24 different from the box body 24 that already contains the luggage P. This makes it possible to use the underfloor space 6 of the building as a luggage receiving facility that can receive multiple luggage P, so that luggage receiving facilities can be installed without narrowing the indoor space, and the underfloor space 6, which tends to become dead space, can be effectively utilized. [Effects of the Invention]

[0018] According to the present invention, loading and unloading equipment can be installed without reducing indoor space, and dead space can be effectively utilized. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0019] [Figure 1] This is a cross-sectional view showing the underfloor space before luggage was placed inside. [Figure 2] This is a cross-sectional view showing the state before the cargo loading section is raised. [Figure 3] This is a cross-sectional view showing the state after the cargo loading section has been raised. [Figure 4] Branch office showing the configuration of the operating means. [Figure 5] This is a cross-sectional view showing the state before the box body is raised. [Figure 6] This is a cross-sectional view showing the state after the box has been raised. [Figure 7] This is a cross-sectional view showing a modified example in which multiple box-shaped structures are provided in the space under the floor. [Figure 8] This is a cross-sectional view showing a modified example in which multiple box-shaped structures are provided in the space under the floor. [Figure 9] This is a block diagram showing the configuration of the movement control means. [Figure 10] This diagram shows an overview of the reservation system for reserving loading and unloading facilities. [Modes for carrying out the invention]

[0020] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the drawings. However, while the embodiments described below are subject to various technically preferred limitations for carrying out the present invention, the technical scope of the present invention is not limited to the following embodiments and illustrated examples. The directions in the following embodiments and illustrated examples are set solely for the convenience of explanation.

[0021] In Figures 1 to 3, the symbol GL represents the ground level. This ground level GL is the ground level of the site on which a building such as a house is constructed. The building comprises a foundation 1 laid on the ground level GL and a building frame 2 supported on the foundation 1.

[0022] [Regarding the building's structure] In this embodiment, foundation 1 is a strip foundation having a footing and a rising section, but it is not limited to this. Any foundation having a rising section provided in a strip shape along the building frame 2 is acceptable, and other foundations such as a raft foundation may also be used. In addition, between the rising sections of the strip foundation (Foundation 1), moisture-proof concrete 1a is poured with a moisture-proof sheet sandwiched between it and the ground level (GL). The moisture-proof concrete 1a is formed so that no gaps are formed between it and the rising sections. If a raft foundation is used, the base concrete of the raft foundation serves the same purpose as the moisture-proof concrete 1a. Furthermore, a ventilation base ring is provided on the upper surface of the rising section of the foundation 1, with ventilation holes formed therein that connect the outdoor space and the underfloor space.

[0023] The building frame 2 of this embodiment is constructed using a panel construction method in which building components such as walls, floors, and roofs are pre-fabricated into panels in a factory and then assembled at the construction site. However, this method can also be applied to conventional timber frame construction and wall-type construction methods for wooden, steel frame, and reinforced concrete buildings. Furthermore, this panel is constructed by assembling vertical and horizontal frame members into a rectangular shape, and then assembling auxiliary cross members vertically and horizontally inside the rectangular frame to form a frame body. A facing material such as plywood is attached to one or both sides of this frame body, resulting in a hollow internal structure. In addition, insulation materials such as glass wool or rock wool are appropriately selected and installed in the hollow internal portion.

[0024] The floor of the building structure 2 is composed of floor panels 3, which are installed on the upper surface of the foundation 1 together with the half-sill 4. Wall panels 5 are then installed on top of the floor panels 3 and the half-sill 4.

[0025] Floor panel 3 is a panel with a facing material provided on the upper surface of the frame, and is filled with insulation material such as glass wool or rock wool. Although not shown in the diagram, the top surface of floor panel 3 is assumed to be finished with flooring material or the like.

[0026] The wall panel 4 adjacent to the outdoor space is the exterior wall of the building, with the exterior surface covered by exterior wall material 5a and the interior surface covered by interior wall material 5b. Furthermore, a flashing 4a is provided at the lower end of the half-base 4, and the lower end of the exterior wall material 5a covering the wall panel 5 extends to a position where it reaches the flashing 4a.

[0027] [Regarding receiving facilities] As described above, a loading and unloading facility is provided in the space under the floor (floor panel 3) of the first floor of the building structure 2.

[0028] As shown in Figures 1 to 4, the receiving equipment of this embodiment includes a first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1, a first door 11 for opening and closing the first opening 10, a second opening 12 formed in the floor panel 3, a second door 13 for opening and closing the second opening 12, a luggage loading section 14 on which luggage P is placed, a lifting device 15 which is a means for raising and lowering the luggage loading section 14, an inner door 16 located inside the first door 11, and an operating panel 17 which is an operating means for operating the lifting device 15.

[0029] The first opening 10 is formed in the rising portion of the foundation 1 adjacent to the outdoor space. The first opening 10 penetrates the rising portion and connects the outdoor space and the underfloor space 6. Therefore, luggage P can be moved in and out between the outdoor space and the underfloor space 6 through the first opening 10. Furthermore, it is assumed that a fixing member to which the hinge of the first door 11 is fixed is embedded in the first opening 10 during the stage of constructing the rising portion of the foundation 1. However, it is not limited to this, and an opening frame formed in a rectangular shape along the circumferential surface of the first opening 10 may be attached and fixed to the first opening 10, and the hinge of the first door 11 may be fixed to this opening frame.

[0030] The first door 11 is a single-leaf door, and the hinge, which serves as the pivot point, is rotatably attached to the outer edge of the first opening 10 in the rising section of the foundation 1. The surface of the first door 11 facing the outdoor space is provided with a handle or finger grip to facilitate opening and closing. Conversely, the surface of the first door 11 facing the underfloor space 6 has no handles or finger grips, nor any uneven surfaces, making it difficult to open and close from the underfloor space 6 side.

[0031] Furthermore, considering improved security, the first door 11 must not open or close toward the underfloor space 6. Therefore, the portion of the periphery of the first opening 10 that is located toward the outdoor space is formed in a stepped shape, and the size of the opening is larger in the vertical and horizontal directions than the other portions located toward the underfloor space 6. The first door 11 is then installed in this larger opening portion. In other words, the stepped portion of the periphery of the first opening 10 that is located toward the outdoor space functions as a door stop for the first door 11.

[0032] The first door 11 is configured to be lockable or unlockable when the first opening 10 is closed. The locking device for locking or unlocking is provided on the edge of the first door 11, but is not limited to this, and may be provided on the upper or lower edge of the first door 11. The opening edge of the first opening 10 (the edge of the opening frame in this embodiment) is provided with an engaging portion for which the locking device engages.

[0033] The locking device can be locked or unlocked from the outdoor space side, and this operation may be performed manually or through information terminals 44, 46 such as smartphones carried by delivery person D and user U. When performed through information terminals 44, 46, authentication is completed by communication between the information terminals 44, 46 and the locking device and the exchange of a pre-issued one-time password. In addition, authentication may be performed by biometric authentication, input of a pre-issued authentication code, reading of an authentication card, or any of the various authentication methods that may be employed. Therefore, the locking device may be equipped with a communication unit (communication module, etc.) for communicating with external devices via a communication network N.

[0034] Furthermore, the locking device is equipped with a door sensor 18 that detects when the first door 11 is in a locked state, closing off the first opening 10. The door sensor 18 is connected to the control panel 17 so as to be able to communicate with it, allowing the control panel 17 to determine whether or not the first door 11 is locked.

[0035] The second opening 12 is formed near the wall panel 5, which is part of the floor panel 3 and serves as the outer wall. Furthermore, this second opening 12 is located near the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1. Also, because this second opening 12 is formed in the floor panel 3 that rests on the foundation 1, it is located above the first opening 10. As described above, since the floor panel 3 is a hollow body, the second opening 12 is formed by incorporating a rectangular opening frame 3a into the frame that constitutes the floor panel 3, and by drilling holes in the surface material that constitutes the floor panel 3. In other words, the second opening 12 formed in the hollow floor panel 3 is defined by the opening frame 3a and the holes (openings) formed in the surface material.

[0036] The second door 13 is a hatch-type door, and its base end, which serves as the axis of rotation, is rotatably attached to the upper edge of the lifting shaft 15a, which will be described later. The base end of the second door 13 is positioned at the edge of the outer wall, which is formed by the wall panel 5 located directly above the foundation 1 in which the first opening 10 is formed. Alternatively, it may be positioned at the edge of another outer wall perpendicular to the said outer wall. The tip of the second door 13, opposite the base end, has a tapered surface that serves as a finger grip. However, it is not limited to this, and a finger gripping member may be provided on the surface facing the indoor space. Furthermore, the upper surface of the second door 13, when the second opening 12 is closed, is flush with the upper surface of the flooring material installed on the floor panel 3.

[0037] The second door 13 is configured to be lockable or unlockable when the second opening 12 is closed. The locking device for locking or unlocking is provided at the tip of the second door 13. The opening edge of the second opening 12 (in this embodiment, the edge of the floor panel 3 on the side of the second opening 12) is provided with an engaging portion for which the locking device engages. Furthermore, the locking device is equipped with a door sensor 18 that detects when the second door 13 is locked, blocking the second opening 12. The door sensor 18 is connected to the control panel 17 so that the control panel 17 can determine whether or not the second door 13 is locked. Furthermore, the locking device on this second door 13 can only be operated by user U.

[0038] The cargo loading section 14 is a pallet 14 on which cargo P is placed, and it moves up and down in the vertical direction by a lifting device 15. The pallet 14 is positioned horizontally by the lifting device 15 and can move up and down while remaining in that position. The top surface of the pallet 14 serves as a loading surface on which the cargo P is placed. In this embodiment, the cargo loading surface and the lower edge of the first opening 10 (excluding the step for the door stopper) are set to the same height. This makes it easier to move the cargo P in and out between the outdoor space and the underfloor space 6, for example, if the cargo P is heavy.

[0039] The lifting device 15 for moving the pallet 14 up and down includes a lifting shaft 15a, a shaft opening 15b, a rack rail 15c, a pinion gear (not shown), and a gear drive unit 15d.

[0040] The lifting shaft 15a is a rectangular tubular shaft through which the pallet 14 moves up and down, and is installed in the underfloor space 6. Its upper end is located inside the second opening 12 formed in the floor panel 3 and is positioned along the opening frame 3a that constitutes the second opening 12, and is fixed to the opening frame 3a. The upper end of this lifting shaft 15a is open, and the base end, which serves as the pivot point of the second door 13, is rotatably attached to the upper edge forming the opening. Furthermore, the lifting shaft 15a is assumed to have its base plate resting and fixed to the upper surface of the moisture-proof concrete 1a.

[0041] The shaft opening 15b is formed in the side plate of the lifting shaft 15a on the side of the first opening 10. The opening width and height of the shaft opening 15b are set to be approximately equal to the opening width and height of the first opening 10, but are not limited to this and can be changed as appropriate as long as they do not hinder the loading and unloading of luggage P. However, the height of the lower edge of the shaft opening 15b is set to be equal to the load-placing surface of the pallet 14 and the lower edge of the first opening 10 (excluding the step for the door stopper), so as not to obstruct the loading and unloading of the cargo P.

[0042] The rack rail 15c, a pinion gear (not shown), and a gear drive unit 15d constitute a so-called rack and pinion system. Specifically, the pinion gear is rotationally driven by the gear drive unit 15d and is located on the pallet 14 side. On the other hand, the rack rail 15c, with which the pinion gear engages, is provided on the left and right inner surfaces of the lifting shaft 15a. The gear drive unit 15d is connected to the control panel 17 in a communicative manner, and the gear drive unit 15d can be activated by operations on the control panel 17 to rotate the pinion gear. The pinion gear can rotate in both forward and reverse directions, which enables the pallet 14 to be raised and lowered. Furthermore, the mechanism for raising and lowering the pallet 14 is not limited to this rack and pinion system, and other mechanisms may be used. For example, a lift installed on the bottom of the lifting shaft 15a with its upper end connected to the pallet 14, or an elevator-type lifting mechanism that lifts the pallet 14 from above and moves it up and down may be used.

[0043] The inner door 16 is located on the underfloor space 6 side of the first door 11, and is positioned opposite the first door 11, and is capable of being opened and closed. More specifically, the inner door 16 is positioned to overlap with the portion of the side plate on the first opening 10 side of the lifting shaft 15a that is located above the shaft opening 15b. This inner door 16 is a lift-up type door that closes the shaft opening 15b by pulling it down from a state where multiple door panels are stacked, and conversely, opens the shaft opening 15b by lifting the multiple door panels into a stacked state. Furthermore, a handle or finger grip is provided on the lower end of the inner door 16, on the surface facing the outdoor space, to facilitate opening and closing.

[0044] Furthermore, the inner door 16 is configured to be lockable or unlockable when the shaft opening 15b is closed. A locking device for locking or unlocking is provided at the lower end of the inner door 16. The lower end of the lifting shaft 15a or the lower edge of the shaft opening 15b is provided with an engaging portion for which the locking device engages.

[0045] The locking device can be locked or unlocked from the outdoor space side, and this operation may be performed manually or via information terminals 44, 46 such as smartphones carried by the delivery person D and user U. Therefore, the locking device may be equipped with a communication unit (communication module, etc.) for communicating with an external device via a communication network N.

[0046] Furthermore, the locking device is equipped with a door sensor 18 that detects when the inner door 16 is locked by closing the shaft opening 15b. The door sensor 18 is connected to the control panel 17 so that the control panel 17 can determine whether or not the inner door 16 is locked.

[0047] In this embodiment, if either the door sensor 18 on the inner door 16 or the door sensor 18 on the first door 11 detects a locked state, and the other is in an unlocked state (does not detect a locked state), then the operation to raise or lower the pallet 14 using the control panel 17 (operation of the gear drive unit 15d) becomes impossible. In other words, the operation of the pallet 14 using the control panel 17 is possible only when both the door sensor 18 on the inner door 16 and the door sensor 18 on the first door 11 detect a locked state. However, this is not the only option, and the operation of the pallet 14 on the control panel 17 may be possible when the door sensor 18 on the first door 11 detects that it is locked.

[0048] The control panel 17 is connected to the gear drive unit 15d in a communication manner as described above, and operates the gear drive unit 15d to rotate the pinion gear. It has a control circuit necessary for the operation of the gear drive unit 15d. Furthermore, the control panel 17 is connected to the door sensor 18 on the inner door 16 and the door sensor 18 on the first door 11 in a manner that allows communication. The control of the gear drive unit 15d by the control panel 17 is performed based on the detection of the locked state of the first door 11 and the inner door 16 by the door sensor 18, as described above. Furthermore, the housing constituting the control panel 17 is provided with buttons for moving the pallet 14 up and down. The control panel 17 may also be configured to allow operation of the locking devices of each door 11, 13, and 16, in which case buttons for locking or unlocking the locking devices of each door 11, 13, and 16 shall be provided.

[0049] Furthermore, in this embodiment, either the pallet 14 or the lifting device 15 is equipped with a load detection sensor 19 that detects the presence or absence of load P placed on the pallet 14. This load detection sensor 19 is connected to the control panel 17 in a communicative manner, and the control panel 17 can control whether or not to perform the operation to move the pallet 14 up and down (operation of the gear drive unit 15d) based on the load detection result of the load detection sensor 19. In other words, it is possible to control the system so that when the load detection sensor 19 does not detect load P, the upward movement of the pallet 14 is prohibited, and when load P is detected, the upward movement of the pallet 14 is permitted. Furthermore, if a weight sensor is used as the cargo detection sensor 19, it is possible not only to detect the presence or absence of cargo P based on its weight, but also to measure its weight. For this reason, the control panel 17 may have a display unit that shows the weight of cargo P. In addition, if the weight is large, control may be implemented to prohibit the upward movement of the pallet 14. Furthermore, the type of luggage detection sensor 19 is not limited to weight sensors; other sensors such as ultrasonic sensors, photoelectric sensors, and cameras (image analysis) may also be used.

[0050] When receiving a package using the receiving equipment configured as described above, first, the delivery person D brings the package P to the outdoor space, unlocks the first door 11, and opens the first opening 10. Next, the lock on the inner door 16 is released, and the shaft opening 15b is opened. Delivery person D places the package P into the lifting shaft 15a through the first opening 10 and places the package P on the top surface of the pallet 14. Then, delivery person D closes the inner door 16 to close and lock the shaft opening 15b, and further closes the first door 11 to close and lock the first opening 10.

[0051] Once the cargo P is placed on the top surface of the pallet 14 and the first door 11 and inner door 16 are locked, the pallet 14 can be operated using the control panel 17. The user U can then unlock the second door 13 at a convenient time to open the second opening 12, operate the control panel 17 to raise the pallet 14, and remove the cargo P from the pallet 14. Moving the pallet 14 to its highest position allows the cargo P to protrude above the floor, making it easier to lift compared to, for example, when the cargo P is contained within the lifting shaft 15a. Furthermore, even heavy cargo P can be easily moved from the pallet 14 to the floor by positioning it above the floor.

[0052] After moving the cargo P from the top surface of the pallet 14, user U lowers the pallet 14 using the control panel 17, closing the second door 13 to block the second opening 12 and locking the second door 13. In this embodiment, when the second door 13 is locked, the first door 11 and the inner door 16 remain locked until the next delivery of the package P. However, the system is not limited to this, and the locks on the first door 11 and the inner door 16 may be released to allow the package receiving equipment to receive the package P. That is, when the second door 13 is locked, for example, control may be implemented to automatically release the locks on the first door 11 and the inner door 16, or the locks on the first door 11 and the inner door 16 may be released by operation from the control panel 17.

[0053] As described above, the receiving equipment installed using the underfloor space 6 makes it possible to receive packages P delivered by delivery person D inside the indoor space.

[0054] [Regarding the effects] This embodiment provides the following excellent effects. In other words, the building has a first opening 10 formed by penetrating the foundation 1 that supports the building frame 2 facing the outdoor space, a second opening 12 formed by penetrating the floor panel 3 of the building frame 2 and located above the first opening 10, a pallet 14 provided in the underfloor space 6 of the floor panel 3 on which goods P are placed, and a lifting device 15 provided in the underfloor space 6 to move the pallet 14 up and down between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12. As a result, goods P can be placed into the underfloor space 6 from the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1 facing the outdoor space and placed on the pallet 14, and then the pallet 14 can be raised by the lifting device 15 and moved to the second opening 12, where the goods P on the pallet 14 can be received in the indoor space. This allows the underfloor space 6 of the building to be used as a receiving facility, so that the receiving facility can be installed without narrowing the indoor space, and the underfloor space 6, which tends to be dead space, can be effectively utilized.

[0055] Furthermore, the control panel 17 is configured so that the lifting device 15 can be operated at least when the first door 11 is locked. This allows the pallet 14 to be raised by the lifting device 15 and moved to the second opening 12 after the first door 11 has been locked, enabling the goods P to be received in the indoor space. In other words, when receiving goods P from the pallet 14 that has moved to the second opening 12, the first opening 10 is closed by the first door 11, separating the outdoors from the indoors, thus enhancing security. This resolves the security issues that often arise when connecting the outdoors and indoors using the underfloor space 6 and receiving goods in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0056] Furthermore, the control panel 17 is configured to allow operation of the lifting device 15 when the first door 11 and the inner door 16 are locked. This allows the pallet 14 to be raised by the lifting device 15 after the first door 11 and the inner door 16 are locked, and the cargo P can be removed from the second opening 12. In other words, when the cargo P is removed from the second opening 12, the first opening 10 is closed by the first door 11 and the inner door 16, creating a double barrier between the outdoors and the indoors, further enhancing security. This resolves the security issues that often arise when connecting the outdoors and indoors using the underfloor space 6 and receiving cargo in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0057] Furthermore, in recent years, there has been a growing demand for the realization of a decarbonized society through the promotion of carbon neutrality, which aims to achieve virtually zero carbon dioxide emissions, and for the achievement of the SDGs (Sustainable Development Goals). In the construction industry, efforts are also being made to use wood, which reduces carbon dioxide emissions, for buildings. The receiving equipment of this embodiment can reduce carbon dioxide emissions associated with the redelivery of packages P, and thus can contribute to the realization of a decarbonized society through the promotion of carbon neutrality and the achievement of the SDGs.

[0058] [Variation] The embodiments to which the present invention can be applied are not limited to those described above, and can be modified as appropriate without departing from the spirit of the invention. Modifications are described below. The following modifications may be combined as much as possible. Furthermore, in each of the following modifications, elements common to the above-described embodiments are denoted by the same reference numerals, and their descriptions are omitted or simplified.

[0059] [Variation 1] In this modified example, the luggage loading section is a box-shaped body 24 formed in the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped, as shown in Figures 5 and 6. The box body 24 has four side panels, a top panel, and a bottom panel, and there are no openings at the upper and lower ends. A third opening 25 is formed in the side panel on the side of the first opening 10, which connects the inside and outside of the box body 24. Furthermore, a fourth opening 27 is formed in the side panel facing a different direction from the side panel on which the third opening 25 is formed, which also connects the inside and outside of the box body 24.

[0060] In this modified example, the side plate on which the third opening 25 is formed and the side plate on which the fourth opening 27 is formed are parallel. That is, the fourth opening 27 is formed in a position directly opposite to the third opening 25. However, it is not limited to this, and the third opening 25 and the fourth opening 27 may be formed on side plates that are perpendicular to each other in a plan view.

[0061] Furthermore, the box body 24 includes a third door 26 configured to open and close the third opening 25 and to be locked or unlocked, and a fourth door 28 configured to open and close the fourth opening 27 and to be locked or unlocked.

[0062] The third door 26 is a single-leaf door, and its pivot point is rotatably attached to the side edge of the third opening 25 on the side panel of the box body 24. The surface of the third door 26 facing the first opening 10 is provided with a handle or finger grip to facilitate opening and closing. Conversely, the surface of the third door 26 facing the inside of the box body 24 has no handles or finger grips, nor any unevenness, making it difficult to open and close from the inside of the box body 24.

[0063] The locking device on the third door 26 is provided on the door edge of the third door 26, but is not limited to this, and may be provided on the upper or lower edge of the third door 26. The opening edge of the third opening 25 (the edge of the opening frame in this embodiment) is provided with an engaging portion for which the locking device engages.

[0064] The fourth door 28, like the third door 26, is a single-leaf door, and its pivot point is rotatably attached to the side edge of the fourth opening 27 on the side panel of the box body 24. Furthermore, a handle or finger grip is provided on the exterior surface of the fourth door 28 to facilitate opening and closing. The interior surface of the box body 24 has minimal irregularities, making it difficult to open and close from the inside.

[0065] The locking device for the fourth door 28 is provided on the door edge of the fourth door 28, but is not limited to this, and may be provided on the upper or lower edge of the fourth door 28. The opening edge of the fourth opening 27 (the edge of the opening frame in this embodiment) is provided with an engaging portion for which the locking device engages. Furthermore, the fourth door 28 does not necessarily need to be equipped with a locking device.

[0066] Furthermore, the locking devices on the third door 26 and the fourth door 28 can be locked or unlocked from the outside of the box body 24, and this operation may be performed manually or through information terminals 44, 46 such as smartphones held by the delivery person D and user U. Furthermore, the locking device is equipped with door sensors 18 that detect whether the third door 26 and the fourth door 28 are locked. The door sensors 18 are connected to the control panel 17 so that the control panel 17 can determine whether the third door 26 and the fourth door 28 are locked or not.

[0067] The single-leaf third door 26 opens only towards the outdoor space, and its vertical and horizontal dimensions are set slightly shorter than those of the shaft opening 15b and the first opening 10. The top surface of the bottom plate of the box body 24 serves as the luggage loading surface, and this luggage loading surface, the lower edge of the third opening 25, the lower edge of the shaft opening 15b, and the lower edge of the first opening 10 (excluding the step for the door stop) are set at approximately the same height. As a result, the third door 26 can be opened towards the outdoor space when the first opening 10 is open.

[0068] Furthermore, the single-leaf fourth door 28 opens only towards the indoor space when the box body 24 is positioned in an indoor space. The lower edge of the fourth opening 27 and the cargo loading surface are set at approximately the same height. Furthermore, the lower edge of the fourth door 28 is positioned slightly higher than the upper surface of the flooring material installed on the floor panel 3. This ensures that the fourth door 28 can be reliably opened towards the indoor space.

[0069] In this modified example, the box body 24 is configured to move up and down by a rack and pinion lifting device 15, similar to the embodiment described above. In other words, the pinion gear is rotationally driven by a gear drive unit 15d, which is located on the box body 24 side. The gear drive unit 15d is connected to the control panel 17 in a communicative manner, and the pinion gear can be rotated by operating the gear drive unit 15d on the control panel 17.

[0070] When receiving a package using the receiving equipment configured as described above, first, the delivery person D brings the package P to the outdoor space, unlocks the first door 11, and opens the first opening 10. Next, the lock on the third door 26 of the box body 24 is released, and the third opening 25 is opened. Delivery person D places the package P into the lifting shaft 15a through the first opening 10 and places the package P on the top surface of the bottom plate of the box body 24. Then, delivery person D closes the third door 26 to close and lock the third opening 25, and further closes the first door 11 to close and lock the first opening 10.

[0071] Once the luggage P is placed on the bottom plate of the box body 24 and the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked, the box body 24 can be operated using the control panel 17. The user U can then unlock the second door 13 at a convenient time to open the second opening 12, and operate the control panel 17 to raise the box body 24. After moving the box body 24 to its highest position, the user U can open the fourth door 28 to open the fourth opening 27 and take out the luggage P from inside the box body 24.

[0072] After removing the luggage P from inside the box body 24, user U closes the fourth opening 27 with the fourth door 28 and locks it, then lowers the box body 24 using the control panel 17, closing the second door 13 to close the second opening 12 and locking the second door 13. In this modified example, when the second door 13 is locked, the first door 11 and the third door 26 remain locked until the next delivery of the package P. However, this is not the only option; the first door 11 and the third door 26 may be unlocked to allow the receiving equipment to be ready for receiving the package P.

[0073] As described above, the receiving equipment installed using the underfloor space 6 makes it possible to receive packages P delivered by delivery person D inside the indoor space.

[0074] According to this modified example, the box body 24, which is the luggage storage section, has a third opening 25 formed in the side plate on the side of the first opening 10, and a fourth opening 27 formed in a side plate facing a different direction from the side plate on which the third opening 25 is formed. Therefore, luggage P placed in from the first opening 10 can be stored inside the box body 24 through the third opening 25, and after the box body 24 is raised by the lifting device 15 and moved to the second opening 12, luggage P can be removed from the fourth opening 27, which faces a different direction from the third opening 25. In other words, since the fourth opening 27 is positioned facing a different direction from the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1 facing the outdoor space, it can be positioned facing a different direction from the outer wall 5 of the building structure 2, making it easier to remove luggage P. Furthermore, since the box body 24 has a third door 26 that is configured to open and close the third opening 25 and to be locked or unlocked, when storing luggage P, the luggage P can be stored inside the box body 24 through the third opening 25 and then the third door 26 can be locked. This separates the inside of the box body 24 from the outside, thereby enhancing security. This solves the security problems that often arise when connecting the outside and inside using the underfloor space 6 and receiving luggage in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0075] Furthermore, the control panel 17 is configured to allow operation of the lifting device 15 only when at least the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked. This allows the box body 24 to be raised by the lifting device 15 and moved to the second opening 12 after at least the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked, enabling the cargo P to be received in the indoor space. In other words, after the cargo P is placed in the box body 24, the outdoor and indoor spaces are doubly separated by the first door 11 and the third door 26. Moreover, the box body 24 can be raised by the lifting device 15 via the control panel 17, further enhancing security. This resolves the security issues that often arise when connecting the outdoor and indoor spaces using the underfloor space 6 and receiving cargo in that state, and as a result contributes to the effective use of dead space.

[0076] [Variation 2] As shown in Figures 7 to 9, the loading equipment in this modified example uses multiple box-shaped structures 24. In this modified example, there are eight box-shaped structures 24, but there may also be three, fifteen, twenty-four, thirty-five, or the like. These multiple box-shaped structures 24 are slidable within the underfloor space 6 and their arrangement can be rearranged.

[0077] In this modified example, the underfloor space 6 is partitioned by the foundation 1, forming an installation space for multiple box bodies 24. In other words, the partitioning of the underfloor space 6 by the foundation 1 supporting the building frame 2 in this modified example takes into account the number of box bodies 24 that constitute the loading equipment. However, the partitioning of the underfloor space 6 by the foundation 1 does not necessarily have to take into account the installation of multiple box bodies 24. However, the underfloor space 6 used as a loading / unloading facility shall be adjacent to the first opening 10 formed in the foundation 1.

[0078] Furthermore, the underfloor space 6 includes a first standby area 6a, a second standby area 6b, and a non-standby area 6c. Furthermore, the receiving equipment of this modified example further includes a movement control unit 30 that controls the sliding movement and rearrangement of the multiple box bodies 24. The movement control unit 30 is configured to control the sliding movement of the multiple box bodies 24 between the first standby area 6a and the second standby area 6b, using the non-standby area 6c temporarily, and to rearrange their arrangement.

[0079] The first waiting area 6a faces the first opening 10 and is equipped with a lifting device 35. It is the area where one of the multiple box bodies 24 is waiting, and is defined by dimensions approximately equal to the length and width of one box body 24. More specifically, the length and width dimensions of this first waiting area 6a are set to be slightly longer in both length and width than the length and width dimensions of a single box body 24 when viewed from above, so that when viewed from above, one box body 24 fits within the first waiting area 6a. Furthermore, this first waiting area 6a is set at a height from the bottom surface of the underfloor space 6 (the top surface of the moisture-proof concrete 1a) to the upper edge of the second opening 12.

[0080] One box body 24 waiting in this first waiting area 6a is an empty box body 24 waiting to receive the package P. When the package P is placed in the box body 24 waiting in the first waiting area 6a and the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked, the box body 24 becomes capable of moving up and down by the lifting device 35. Furthermore, not only is one box body 24 the same size, but all of the multiple box bodies 24 in this modified example are set to the same size. In addition, the vertical dimensions of the multiple box bodies 24 are set to be shorter than the height dimension of the underfloor space 6.

[0081] Furthermore, the lifting device 35, like the lifting device 15 in the above embodiment, is for raising and lowering the box body 24 in the vertical direction so that it can move back and forth between the first opening 10 and the second opening 12. However, the lifting device 35 in this modified example consists of multiple lifting devices installed on the bottom surface of the underfloor space 6, with their upper ends in contact with the bottom surface of a single box body 24 waiting in the first waiting area 6a. In this modified example, four lifting devices 35 are installed corresponding to the four corners of the bottom surface of the box body 24. These four lifting devices 35 operate synchronously, allowing the single box body 24 to be moved horizontally up and down.

[0082] The second standby area 6b is the area where all but one of the multiple box bodies 24 are on standby, and it is provided while avoiding the first standby area 6a and the non-standby area 6c. In other words, in this modified example, the area of ​​the partitioned underfloor space 6 that is not the first standby area 6a and the non-standby area 6c is designated as the second standby area 6b. The multiple box bodies 24 waiting in this second waiting area 6b may include some containing luggage P, or they may not contain luggage P.

[0083] The non-waiting area 6c is an area where one of the box bodies 24 is temporarily set aside when none of the box bodies 24 are waiting and when sliding movement and rearrangement are performed on the box bodies 24. In this modified example, the non-waiting area 6c is defined as the area located diagonally opposite the first waiting area 6a, but it is not limited to this, and other areas other than the first waiting area 6a may be designated as the non-waiting area 6c. Therefore, the non-waiting area 6c may change each time sliding and rearranging are performed in the multiple box bodies 24.

[0084] Guide rails 33 are installed in this underfloor space 6 to serve as guides for the sliding movement of multiple box-shaped bodies 24. The guide rail 33 is formed integrally or as a single unit in a grid pattern by the intersection of three rails extending in the XX' direction and three rails extending in the YY' direction. Each rail has a rail groove formed therein to accommodate a slider 34 that runs along the guide rail 33 and protrudes upward. In other words, the upper end of the slider 34 protrudes upward from the rail groove. Furthermore, the intersection points of the rail grooves of the intersecting rails are rounded to facilitate the sliding movement of the slider 34 in the orthogonal direction. In this embodiment, there are nine intersections of the rail grooves, and the eight standby box bodies 24 are positioned at the rail groove intersections in the first standby area 6a and the second standby area 6b. Since the multiple box-shaped units 24 slide along the guide rail 33 of this shape, it is possible to rearrange them in a manner similar to a sliding puzzle, often referred to as an "8-puzzle."

[0085] Furthermore, the underfloor space 6 is equipped with position detection sensors 31 that detect the positions of multiple box bodies 24 that slide along the guide rails 33. In this modified example, an ultrasonic sensor is used as the position detection sensor 31, but it is not limited to this, and other sensors such as a photoelectric sensor or a camera (image analysis) may be used.

[0086] The slider 34 has a retaining portion located inside the guide rail 33 and a projection portion that protrudes upward from the retaining portion, the upper end of which is fixed to the lower surface of the box body 24. Assume that the slider 34 is fixed to the lower surface of all of the box bodies 24. Furthermore, the slider 34 is configured to slide along the rail groove of the guide rail 33 by the drive unit 32.

[0087] The sliding and rearrangement of the multiple box bodies 24 are performed by the movement control unit 30 as described above. In this modified example, the movement control unit 30 is configured as a computer device and integrates the same functions as the control panel 17 described above. In other words, the movement control unit 30 in this modified example is connected to the door sensors 18 in the locking devices of the first door 11 and the third door 26 in a communicative manner, so that the movement control unit 30 can determine whether or not the first door 11 and the third door 26 are in a locked state. Furthermore, the movement control unit 30 is communicatively connected to a luggage detection sensor 19 that detects the presence or absence of luggage P contained in the box body 24. In other words, the movement control unit 30 can control whether or not to perform an operation to move the box body 24 up and down based on the luggage detection result of the luggage detection sensor 19. Furthermore, the movement control unit 30 is communicatively connected to the drive unit of the lifting device 35, which is a lifting device, and operates the drive unit to move the upper end of the lifting device 35 up and down. It has a control circuit necessary for operating the drive unit in the lifting device 35. In addition, the movement control unit 30 can operate all four drive units of the lifting device 35 simultaneously. As a result, the movement control unit 30 has the same functions as the control panel 17 described above. Furthermore, the movement control unit 30 is communicatively connected to the position detection sensor 31 that detects the position of the box body 24, so that it can determine the position of multiple box bodies 24 on the guide rail 33. Furthermore, the movement control unit 30 is communicatively connected to the drive unit 32 that drives the slider 34, and can operate the drive unit 32 to slide the slider 34 along the guide rail 33.

[0088] Furthermore, the movement control unit 30 is configured to operate the drive unit 32 that drives the slider 34 if, after a certain period of time has elapsed since the package P was placed in a box body 24 waiting in the first waiting area 6a, the package P has not been removed from the box body 24, thereby rearranging the multiple box bodies 24. In other words, the computer device constituting the movement control unit 30 stores a program for rearranging the package P, and executes this rearrangement program after a certain period of time has elapsed since the package P was placed in the box body. This moves the box body 24 containing the package P from the first waiting area 6a to the second waiting area 6b, and moves the box bodies 24 that do not contain the package P from among the multiple box bodies 24 waiting in the second waiting area 6b to the first waiting area 6a, thereby putting them in a state of waiting to receive the package P.

[0089] Furthermore, the movement control unit 30 is installed in the indoor space as a controller, and the housing constituting the movement control unit 30 as a controller is equipped with buttons for moving the box body 24 up and down. In addition, this housing is equipped with buttons for sliding and rearranging the multiple box bodies 24. Furthermore, this housing is equipped with a monitor for checking the position of the multiple box bodies 24 and whether or not luggage P is contained inside. The movement control unit 30 may be configured to operate the locking devices of each door 11, 13, and 26, in which case buttons for locking or unlocking the locking devices of each door 11, 13, and 26 shall be provided. However, instead of using controllers with buttons or monitors, the user information terminal 44 used by user U may be used as the controller. In other words, the user information terminal 44 is connected to the movement control unit 30 via the communication network N and is equipped with the necessary functions and applications for operating the movement control unit 30.

[0090] Furthermore, the rearrangement of the multiple boxes 24 can also be performed by the delivery person D using a mobile information terminal 46 such as a smartphone. In other words, the mobile control unit 30, which is a computer device, also has a communication unit for communicating with external devices and can communicate with the delivery person's information terminal 46 via the communication network N. As a result, the mobile control unit 30's sorting program is executed by access from the delivery person's information terminal 46, and even if a certain amount of time has not elapsed, it is possible to move the box body 24 that does not contain the package P to the first waiting area 6a. Delivery person D can check information regarding whether any of the multiple box bodies 24 do not contain a package P (information regarding whether there are empty box bodies 24) through the delivery person's information terminal 46. Alternatively, an indicator (e.g., lamp, monitor, etc.) may be provided on the outdoor side of the wall panel 5 to indicate whether there are empty box bodies 24 or whether a package P can be immediately placed inside.

[0091] When receiving a package using the receiving equipment configured as described above, first, the delivery person D brings the package P to the outdoor space, unlocks the first door 11, and opens the first opening 10. Next, the third door 26 of the box body 24 waiting in the first waiting area 6a is unlocked, and the third opening 25 is opened. Delivery person D places the package P into the box body 24 through the first opening 10 and places the package P on the top surface of the bottom plate of the box body 24. Then, delivery person D closes the third door 26 to close and lock the third opening 25, and further closes the first door 11 to close and lock the first opening 10.

[0092] When the luggage P is placed on the bottom plate of the box body 24 and the first door 11 and the third door 26 are locked, the box body 24 containing the luggage P will remain in a waiting state in the first waiting area 6a for a certain period of time. After a certain period of time has elapsed, the movement control unit 30 controls the rearrangement of the multiple box bodies 24 by temporarily utilizing the non-standby area 6c. At this time, the box body 24 containing the luggage P moves from the first standby area 6a to the second standby area 6b. Also, among the multiple box bodies 24 that were waiting in the second standby area 6b, the box bodies 24 that do not contain luggage P move to the first standby area 6a. Furthermore, if packages P must be received in succession, the delivery person D will operate the movement control unit 30 via the delivery person's information terminal 46 to rearrange the multiple boxes 24. In this case, the delivery person D may be the same delivery person or a delivery person from another delivery company.

[0093] As described above, the movement control unit 30 can operate the box body 24. Therefore, the user U receiving the package P can unlock the second door 13 at a convenient time to open the second opening 12 and operate the movement control unit 30 to move the box body 24 containing the package P upwards. If the box body 24 containing the package P has moved from the first waiting area 6a to the second waiting area 6b, the box bodies 24 are rearranged to move the box body 24 containing the package P back to the first waiting area 6a, and then that box body 24 is moved upwards. Once the box body 24 has moved to its highest position, the fourth door 28 is opened to open the fourth opening 27, and the package P is taken out from inside the box body 24. The movement control unit 30 may also identify the box body 24 containing the luggage P and, in response to a request from the user U to the movement control unit 30, automatically move the box body 24 containing the luggage P to the second opening 12.

[0094] After removing the luggage P from inside the box body 24, user U closes the fourth opening 27 with the fourth door 28 and locks it, then operates the movement control unit 30 to lower the box body 24, closing the second door 13 to close the second opening 12 and locking the second door 13. Furthermore, if multiple boxes 24 contain luggage P, the boxes 24 may be slid and rearranged without locking the second door 13. In this modified example, once all the packages P have been removed and the second door 13 is locked, the first door 11 and the third door 26 remain locked until the next package P is delivered. However, the system is not limited to this, and the locks on the first door 11 and the third door 26 may be released to leave the receiving equipment ready for receiving packages P.

[0095] As described above, the receiving equipment installed using the underfloor space 6 makes it possible to receive packages P delivered by delivery person D inside the indoor space.

[0096] (Reservation system) Since the receiving facility in this modified version is expected to be installed facing the road, it can be opened not only to the residents of the house built on the site but also to neighboring residents. In other words, the users U of the receiving facility include both the residents of the site and neighboring residents, and multiple users U will randomly use multiple box units 24. Therefore, in order to ensure the smooth use of the receiving facility, a reservation system is introduced in this modified version. In other words, the receiving facility is integrated into the reservation system, and users U, including the residents of the site and neighboring residents, can reserve the use of multiple box units 24 by using this reservation system. Furthermore, multiple receiving facilities may be installed in a single city block, for example, and user U can select and reserve any one of the multiple box units 24.

[0097] As shown in Figure 10, the modified reservation system comprises a reservation server 40 that comprehensively manages the reservation system, a receiving facility equipped with multiple box bodies 24, user information terminals 44 and 45, and delivery personnel information terminals 46 and 47. The receiving facility, user information terminals 44 and 45, and delivery personnel information terminals 46 and 47 are all connected to the reservation server 40 via a communication network N.

[0098] The communication network N in this embodiment may include various communication network types such as telephone lines, ISDN lines, optical fibers, mobile communication networks, satellite communication lines, CATV lines, and other dedicated lines, as well as Internet service providers (i.e., the Internet) that connect them. It may also be a collective communication network in which various communication networks such as LAN (Local Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), WiFi (Wireless Fidelity), Bluetooth®, and NFC (Near Field Communication) are connected in a manner that enables communication with each other. Furthermore, the connection method may be wired, wireless, or a mixture of wired and wireless.

[0099] The reservation server 40 is a central management device composed of a PC, dedicated devices / terminals, etc., and includes a processing unit 41, a storage unit 42, and a communication unit 43. These processing unit 41, storage unit 42, and communication unit 43 are electrically connected by a bus or the like. The reservation server 40 is for users U to reserve the receiving equipment box 24 in advance when they want to use it. By reserving the receiving equipment in advance, the box 24 can be prevented from being used by other users, thus reducing the number of redeliveries of packages P by delivery personnel D.

[0100] The calculation unit 41 of the reservation server 40 is composed of a CPU, RAM (Random Access Memory), ROM (Read Only Memory), etc. ROM stores various programs and other data that the CPU executes. The CPU of the arithmetic unit 41 reads various programs stored in the memory unit 42, expands them into RAM, executes various processes according to the expanded programs, and centrally controls the operation of each means in the reservation system.

[0101] The storage unit 42 of the reservation server 40 is composed of non-volatile memory, a hard disk, or the like. The memory unit 42 stores various programs executed by the arithmetic unit 41, as well as various data necessary for program execution.

[0102] The various programs include a reservation program that reserves the receiving box 24 based on reservation information transmitted from user information terminals 44 and 45, and a reservation cancellation program that cancels the reservation when the cargo P is removed from the reserved box 24. Furthermore, each of the multiple box bodies 24 in the receiving equipment is assigned identification information (for example, an identification number), and the various data stored in the storage unit 42 includes the data of the identification information assigned to each of the multiple box bodies 24. Furthermore, each receiving facility is assigned identification information, and the reservation system can manage reservations for multiple receiving facilities located in different locations. Furthermore, the various data stored in the memory unit 42 include data from a confirmation table for checking the reservation status of multiple box units 24.

[0103] The communication unit 43 of the reservation server 40 is composed of communication modules and the like. The communication unit 43 is configured to send and receive various signals and data with other devices (user information terminals 44, 45, delivery personnel information terminals 46, 47) that are connected via wired or wireless connections through the communication network N.

[0104] The reservation server 40 in this embodiment operates as follows: When the reservation server 40 receives a request from user U accessing the reservation server 40 to reserve the use of the box unit 24, it executes a reservation program. When the reservation program is executed, it first sends data from a confirmation table showing the current reservation status to the user information terminals 44 and 45. The user information terminals 44 and 45 are either mobile information terminals 44 such as smartphones or tablet devices, or information terminals 45 such as PCs, and the confirmation table is displayed on the display units of the user information terminals 44 and 45.

[0105] User U checks the confirmation table on user information terminals 44 and 45 to see which box units 24 are available for reservation, selects any box unit 24 from the available box units 24, and sends the reservation information to the reservation server 40 via user information terminals 44 and 45. The reservation information includes user information, which is information about user U themselves; identification information for the receiving facility and box 24 to be reserved; and information for the date and time of the reservation.

[0106] The reservation server 40 receives reservation information transmitted from user information terminals 44 and 45 via the communication unit 43 and stores it in the storage unit 42. Then, it updates the data in the confirmation table based on the information contained in the reservation information. The updated confirmation table will show that the box 24 reserved by user U is booked for the date and time U made the reservation, and that no other users can make reservations in that box. Any reservations made by other users will be rejected.

[0107] The reservation server 40 can also be accessed from the delivery person information terminals 46 and 47 used by delivery person D, allowing delivery person D to check which box 24 has a reservation by looking at the confirmation sheet. Furthermore, the reservation server 40 may also send a notification to the delivery personnel information terminals 46 and 47 informing them of the reservation details as soon as a reservation is received from user U. In this case, the reservation information shall include information specifying the delivery company to deliver the package P, and information (e.g., email address) of the delivery personnel information terminals 46 and 47 to which the notification will be sent. The information terminals 46 and 47 for delivery personnel are either mobile information terminals 46 such as smartphones or tablet devices, or information terminals 47 such as PCs. Mobile information terminal 46 is used by delivery personnel D, and information terminal 47 is managed by the delivery company to which delivery personnel D belongs. Mobile information terminal 46 and information terminal 47 are connected in a way that allows them to communicate and share information.

[0108] Furthermore, when the luggage P stored in the reserved box 24 is removed by the user U, the luggage detection sensor 19 installed in the box 24 ceases to detect luggage P. The reservation server 40 executes a reservation cancellation program when the luggage detection sensor 19 ceases to detect luggage P. When the reservation cancellation program is executed, the data on the confirmation table is updated, and the reservation for box 24, which had a reservation, is canceled. The confirmation table then shows that box 24 is now available for reservation.

[0109] Furthermore, it is not always the case that user U is aware of the delivery of package P. For example, it may be a package that user U is unaware of, such as a mid-year gift, a year-end gift, or a present. Since delivery person D is aware that package P is a package that user U is unaware of, when delivering such a package P, D will notify user U of the scheduled delivery of package P in advance via user information terminals 44 and 45. Upon receiving notification of the delivery schedule, user U accesses the reservation server 40 to reserve box 24. The reservation server 40 then updates the confirmation table upon receiving user U's reservation for box 24. Delivery driver D can check which box 24 has a reservation by looking at the updated confirmation sheet or by receiving a notification informing them of the reservation details, and then delivers package P according to the reservation details.

[0110] In this way, you can reserve box 24. Furthermore, if multiple users U make a reservation for the use of box 24, they may specify and reserve any box 24 at the receiving facility.

[0111] According to this modified example, the movement control unit 30, which controls the sliding movement and rearrangement of the multiple box bodies 24, controls the sliding movement of the multiple box bodies 24 between the first standby area 6a and the second standby area 6b, temporarily utilizing the non-standby area 6c, and rearranges their arrangement. As a result, the box body 24 waiting in the first standby area 6a, which faces the first opening 10 and is equipped with a lifting mechanism 35, can receive the package P. When the next package P arrives, the multiple box bodies 24 are moved within the underfloor space 6, and the package P can be received by a box body 24 different from the one that already contains the package P. This allows the underfloor space 6 of the building to be used as a receiving facility that can receive multiple packages P, so that the receiving facility can be installed without narrowing the indoor space, and the underfloor space 6, which tends to become dead space, can be effectively utilized.

[0112] [Example 3] In this modified example, the receiving facility is open to nearby residents, and packages P are randomly placed in multiple box bodies 24. When a package P is placed in one of the multiple box bodies 24 and is in a state of waiting to be picked up by user U (waiting for the stored package P to be taken out), and the user information of user U who will receive the package P is known, the delivery person D may place other packages that the same user U is scheduled to receive in the same space as the already stored package P. In this modified example, the box body 24 is equipped with a dimensional measuring sensor to measure the dimensions of the package P in order to enable the receipt of such package P.

[0113] If the dimensional measurement sensor determines that the size of the package P contained inside the box 24 is small, and the movement control unit 30 calculates that there is empty space inside the box 24, this information is transmitted to the delivery person D's information terminal 46, 47, which is responsible for delivering the next package for the same user U. After confirming this information, delivery person D places the next package inside the box 24 containing the previous, smaller package P. This increases the number of packages that can be stored in the package P. As a result, the number of redeliveries by delivery personnel D can be reduced, preventing a decrease in delivery efficiency and an increase in delivery costs, while also reducing carbon dioxide emissions.

[0114] [Variation 4] The receiving facility in this modified version is used to receive packages P delivered by a delivery company, but is not limited to this use. It may also be used when a user U requests a delivery company to pick up a package. In that case, the procedure for using the receiving facility described above should be reversed.

[0115] [Variation 5] In this modified example of the receiving equipment, the box body 24 incorporates thin vacuum insulation panels into its casing and door. This means the box body 24 has high insulation performance, allowing it to maintain a constant internal temperature for extended periods even without power. As a result, the box body 24 can receive packages requiring temperature control, such as fresh food, industrial products, and pharmaceuticals. In addition, the box body 24 may incorporate cooling agents into its casing and door. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0116] 1 Basics 1a Moisture-proof concrete 2. Building structure 3 Floor Panels 3a Opening frame 4 Half base 5 Wall Panels 5a Exterior wall material 6. Underfloor space 6a First standby area 6b Second standby area 6c Non-standby area 10 First opening 11 First Door 12 Second opening 13 Second Door 14 Palettes 15 Lifting device 17 Control panel 24 Box Body 25 Third opening 26 Third door 27 Fourth opening 28 Fourth Door GL ground

Claims

1. The first opening is formed by penetrating the foundation that supports the building structure, facing the outdoor space, A second opening is formed by penetrating the floor of the building structure and is located above the first opening, A luggage storage area is provided in the space beneath the floor where luggage can be placed, A lifting mechanism is provided in the underfloor space for moving the luggage storage section up and down between the first opening and the second opening, A first door configured to open and close the first opening and to be locked or unlocked, A second door configured to open and close the second opening and to be locked or unlocked, It comprises an operating means provided above the floor for operating the lifting means, The building is characterized in that the operating means is configured such that the lifting means can be operated at least when the first door is locked.

2. In the building described in claim 1, Further comprising an inner door located on the underfloor space side of the first door and facing the first door, which is capable of opening and closing, and is configured to be lockable or unlockable, The building is characterized in that the operating means is configured to allow operation of the lifting means when the first door and the inner door are locked.

3. A first opening formed by penetrating the foundation that supports the building structure facing the outdoor space, A second opening is formed by penetrating the floor of the building structure and is located above the first opening, A luggage storage area is provided in the space beneath the floor where luggage can be placed, The above-mentioned underfloor space is provided with a lifting mechanism for moving the luggage storage section up and down between the first opening and the second opening, The luggage placement section is a box-shaped structure formed in the shape of a rectangular parallelepiped. The aforementioned box body is A third opening formed in the side plate on the side of the first opening, A fourth opening is formed in a side plate facing a different direction from the side plate in which the third opening is formed, A building characterized by having a third door configured to open and close the third opening and to be locked or unlocked.

4. In the building described in claim 3, A first door configured to open and close the first opening and to be locked or unlocked, A second door configured to open and close the second opening and to be locked or unlocked, The system further comprises an operating means provided above the floor for operating the lifting means, The building is characterized in that the operating means is configured such that the lifting means can be operated when at least the first door and the third door are locked.

5. In the building according to claim 3 or 4, Multiple box-shaped structures are provided in the underfloor space. Multiple of the aforementioned box bodies are slidable within the underfloor space and their arrangement can be rearranged. The system further includes movement control means for controlling the sliding movement and rearrangement of multiple boxes, The aforementioned underfloor space is A first waiting area facing the first opening and provided with the lifting mechanism, where one of the multiple box bodies is waiting, A second waiting area where the box bodies other than the one box body among the multiple box bodies are waiting, It has a non-waiting area in which none of the multiple box bodies are in standby, The aforementioned movement control means is A building characterized by controlling the sliding movement of multiple box bodies between the first standby area and the second standby area, and rearranging their arrangement, by temporarily utilizing the non-standby area.

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