Hinge structure for smart glass door integration

Abstract

The present invention relates to a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door. Specifically, the invention relates to a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door, which can supply driving power to the door itself, such as a smart film, LED illumination, and various sensors, through electrodes embedded in the hinge used in doors containing smart glass (such as conference room doors, utility room doors, etc.), such as doors and partial glass doors, and can facilitate installation when installing the product. Therefore, power is supplied to the door itself for smart films, LED illumination, and various sensors via electrodes embedded in the hinges. Installation is easy as only standard hinges need to be attached, and the aesthetic appearance is enhanced as cable hoses are hidden when the door is opened. Additionally, it offers the advantage of eliminating the need for post-processing during manufacturing.

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door.

[0002] Specifically, the invention relates to a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door, which can supply driving power to the door itself, such as a smart film, LED illumination, and various sensors, through electrodes embedded in the hinge used in doors containing smart glass (such as conference room doors, utility room doors, etc.), such as doors and partial glass doors, and can facilitate installation when installing the product.

[0003] Therefore, power is supplied to the door itself for smart films, LED illumination, and various sensors via electrodes embedded in the hinges. Installation is easy as only standard hinges need to be attached, and the aesthetic appearance is enhanced as cable hoses are hidden when the door is opened. Additionally, it offers the advantage of eliminating the need for post-processing during manufacturing. Background Technology

[0005] Smart glass is glass that has variable transmittance technology applied to it.

[0006] For example, there is photochromics technology, which enables variable color changes through the chemical reaction of materials with two forms having different absorption spectra. However, photochromics cannot be selectively controlled or actively controlled due to reactions caused by the external environment. For instance, it is not possible to make it bright and transparent on a sunny day.

[0007] In addition, electrochromics technology utilizes the phenomenon in which coloring and bleaching occur reversibly due to external electrochemical stimulation. It consists of a structure with a total of five layers laminated between two sheets of glass: a transparent electrode (2 layers), an EC film (2 layers), and an electrolyte. Although the manufacturing cost is high and it is difficult to implement in film form, it is currently being partially applied to smart windows for rearview mirrors, aircraft exterior windows, and vehicle sunroofs because it does not have a scattering effect of visible light.

[0008] Furthermore, PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) technology involves polymer liquid crystals dispersed between ITO films. When no voltage is applied to the ITO, the irregular arrangement causes scattering of visible light, maintaining an opaque state. Under voltage control, the polymer compounds align unidirectionally, changing to a transparent state with a constant refractive index. Due to the simple process and the ability to control light transmittance via an On / Off switch, it is primarily used for thermal insulation in buildings or as a replacement for opaque glass.

[0009] In addition, the Suspended Particle Device (SPD) method consists of needle-shaped or spherical colored particles suspended in an organic solvent or gel between transparent electrode substrates. When no voltage is applied, visible light is scattered or absorbed by the particles, but when voltage is applied, light can be transmitted using organic polarization. Due to the high cost of polarized particles and the short lifespan caused by degradation, commercialization has been achieved only in certain fields, such as panoramic roofs for vehicles.

[0011] These smart glasses are also manufactured using a laminated glass method, which is a glass product formed by inserting a resin bonding layer, such as ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) or poly vinyl butyral (PVB), between two sheets of glass and bonding them using heat and pressure.

[0012] This is used for purposes such as preventing shattering in the event of breakage and protecting against external impacts, and it is also used as a manufacturing method to produce glass with special functions by applying a functional film between the glass panes during lamination.

[0014] In this regard, Registered Patent Publication No. 10-2057607 describes a self-driven smart window assembly. This technology relates to a self-driven smart window assembly, and more specifically, it involves installing a photochromic film with variable transmittance on one side of double-glazed glass and installing solar cells on the surface of the spacers constituting the double-glazed glass to enable self-driving without providing a separate power source for the photochromic film. Additionally, the solar cells are endowed with composite functions to also perform the role of a type of photosensor. In particular, as an active photochromic film that does not use a silver (Ag) layer as a transparent electrode for electrochromism yet exhibits good Low-E (low emissivity) characteristics that reflect infrared rays, and can be used for energy saving by adjusting solar energy transmittance as needed, it can electrically form a sunshade by simply cutting and attaching it to fit various glass sizes. Consequently, it has lower production costs and superior installability compared to glass-type systems, and because it lacks a silver layer, a separate Low-E thin film is not required on the glass edge. The present invention relates to a self-driven smart window assembly that not only does not require a removal process, but also eliminates the risk of leakage current occurring in smart windows such as PDLC and SPD by using a low-power DC power source of less than a few watts, has excellent oxidation resistance, reduces the risk of damage by being able to store in the form of a roll or thin sheet, and ensures ease of transport and stacking.

[0016] The applicant intends to propose a technology that enables electrical conduction using hinges when applying such smart glasses to structures, such as doors, among various technologies for applying such smart glasses. Prior art literature

[0018] Registered Patent Publication No. 10-2057607 (Published Dec. 19, 2019) The problem to be solved

[0019] The objective of the present invention is to provide a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door, which can supply power to the door itself, such as a smart film, LED illumination, and various sensors, through electrodes embedded in the hinge used in doors containing smart glass (such as conference room doors, utility room doors, etc.), such as doors and partial glass doors, and facilitate installation when installing the product. means of solving the problem

[0021] A hinge structure for smart glass door power supply according to the present invention, devised to achieve the above-described purpose, is a hinge structure composed of a first hinge (11) and a second hinge (12) combined, each having one or more hinge assembly members positioned in intersecting directions.

[0022] The first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) above are.

[0023] It is configured to rotate around an axis of a hinge joined through the above hinge assembly so as to become adjacent to or far apart from each other,

[0024] On each side

[0025] It is characterized by having a fixed shape and an extended guide hole (112) formed, and a hole end (113) formed at the end of the guide hole (112).

[0027] At this time, the guide hole (112) is formed to have a direction in which it is bent once, thereby,

[0028] When the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12), which are positioned in mutually intersecting directions, are in contact with each other, the guide holes (112) of each of the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) are positioned in a straight line.

[0030] In addition, an insertion hole (1112) is formed in either one of the hinge assembly members of the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) to allow an electric wire to be inserted, and

[0031] In the remaining hinge assembly, a communication hole (1111) linked to the input hole (1112) is formed so as to be connected in the longitudinal direction of the hinge assembly (111), and

[0032] On one side of the remaining hinge assembly, a discharge hole (1113) is formed that communicates with the communication hole (1111) and allows the electric wire inserted through the insertion hole (1112) to be discharged,

[0033] The above discharge hole (1113) is characterized by being connected to the guide hole (112).

[0035] In addition, the input hole (1112) connected to the above communication hole (1111) is,

[0036] The above-mentioned communication hole (1111) is formed in a hinge assembly formed on a hinge and a hinge assembly formed on a different hinge. Effects of the invention

[0038] According to the hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention, power can be supplied to the door itself, such as a smart film, LED illumination, and various sensors, through an electrode embedded in a hinge used in a door containing smart glass (such as a conference room door or a utility room door), such as a door or a partial glass door, and the product can be installed easily during installation.

[0039] To elaborate, first, power is supplied to the door itself for smart films, LED illumination, and various sensors via electrodes embedded in the hinges, making installation easy as only standard hinges need to be attached. Second, the cable hoses are hidden when the door is opened, enhancing the aesthetic appeal. Third, it offers the advantage of eliminating the need for post-processing during manufacturing. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0041] FIG. 1 shows a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention. FIG. 2 shows an example of a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention. FIGS. 3 and 4 illustrate an example of the operation of a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0042] Terms and words used in this specification and claims should not be interpreted as being limited to their ordinary or dictionary meanings, but should be interpreted in a meaning and concept consistent with the technical spirit of the invention, based on the principle that the inventor can appropriately define the concept of the terms to best describe his invention.

[0044] Therefore, the embodiments described in this specification and the configurations illustrated in the drawings are merely the most preferred embodiments of the present invention and do not represent all of the technical ideas of the present invention; thus, it should be understood that various equivalents and modifications that can replace them may exist at the time of filing this application.

[0046] Before proceeding with the following description with reference to the drawings, it should be noted that matters not necessary to reveal the gist of the invention, namely known configurations that a person skilled in the art with ordinary knowledge can obviously add, have not been illustrated or specifically described.

[0048] The present invention relates to a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door.

[0049] Specifically, the invention relates to a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door, which can supply driving power to the door itself, such as a smart film, LED illumination, and various sensors, through electrodes embedded in the hinge used in doors containing smart glass (such as conference room doors, utility room doors, etc.), such as doors and partial glass doors, and can facilitate installation when installing the product.

[0050] Therefore, power is supplied to the door itself for smart films, LED illumination, and various sensors via electrodes embedded in the hinges. Installation is easy as only standard hinges need to be attached, and the aesthetic appearance is enhanced as cable hoses are hidden when the door is opened. Additionally, it offers the advantage of eliminating the need for post-processing during manufacturing.

[0052] A hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention will be explained through the attached drawings.

[0053] FIG. 1 shows a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention, and FIG. 2 shows an example in which a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention is applied.

[0054] In addition, FIGS. 3 and 4 illustrate an example of the operation of a hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention.

[0056] The hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention, as shown in FIG. 1 of the attached drawings, consists of two hinges joined by a hinge (13), similar to a conventional hinge (10), and rotates around the hinge (13) as an axis. At this time, the two hinges (10) are referred to as the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12).

[0057] At this time, each first hinge (11) and second hinge (12) includes one or more hinge assembly members (111), and through holes are formed in the hinge assembly members (111) so that the through holes of all hinge assembly members (111) are connected. And all hinge assembly members (111) are joined by a hinge (13) passing through them.

[0058] The first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) rotate around this hinge (13) as an axis so that they can move away from each other and then come closer.

[0060] In addition, the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) are positioned so that the positions of the hinge assembly (111) intersect each other, so that when the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) are combined, all hinge assembly (111) can be positioned in a straight line.

[0061] That is, the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) are formed in symmetrical directions.

[0062] Therefore, the structures configured in describing the first hinge (11) below can also be applied and interpreted to the second hinge (12).

[0064] The first hinge (11) above forms a through hole (11a) so that the hinge (10) can be connected to the joint by means of a bolt.

[0065] In addition, a guide hole (112) having a certain shape and extending is formed on one side of the first hinge (11), and a hole end (113) is formed at the end of the guide hole (112).

[0066] At this time, the guide hole (112) is designed to have a direction in which it is bent once, so that when the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) come into contact with each other, the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) have directions symmetrical to each other, so that the hole end portion (113) formed on each surface can be positioned on the same line and come into contact.

[0067] The reason the two hole ends (113) must come into contact is that if the structure inserted into the hole end (113) is an electrode, the electrodes come into contact with each other to allow current to flow.

[0068] As an example of use, when the structure inserted into the guide hole (112) and the hole end (113) is a conductive fitting, the cable of the conductive fitting is positioned in the guide hole (112) and the socket of the cable is positioned in the hole end (113), thereby preventing the conductive fitting from being exposed on the exterior of the door and reducing its aesthetic appeal as shown in [Table 1] and [Table 2] below.

[0069] [Table 1] and [Table 2] show examples of conventional door structures when a conductive fitting is installed, [Table 1] shows an example where a conductive fitting is installed on the side of the door, and [Table 2] shows an example where a conductive fitting is installed on the bottom surface of the door.

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[0075] That is, the above problem can be overcome through the hinge (10) according to the present invention.

[0077] As another example of use, if the guide hole (112) and the hole end (113) include an electrode and a wire, the hole end (113) formed to be positioned on the straight line described above and the bent configuration of the guide hole (112) are organically combined to enable current flow.

[0079] The above hole end (113) has a larger size than the guide hole (112), so that structures such as sockets or electrodes of a conductive fitting can be easily inserted.

[0081] Additionally, an insertion hole (1112) is formed in one of the hinge assembly members (111) of the first hinge (11) to allow an electric wire to be inserted. In the remaining hinge assembly, a communication hole (1111) is formed to be connected to the insertion hole (1112) in the longitudinal direction of the hinge assembly (111), and an discharge hole (1113) is formed on one side of the remaining hinge assembly to allow the electric wire inserted through the insertion hole (1112) to be discharged, with the communication hole (1111) connected thereto.

[0082] These discharge holes (1113) are connected to the guide holes (112).

[0084] At this time, the above-described communication hole (1111) is connected to an insertion hole formed in a hinge assembly provided in another hinge.

[0085] That is, the communication hole (1111) of the hinge assembly (111) formed in the first hinge (11) is connected to the insertion hole of the hinge assembly formed in the second hinge (12), and

[0086] The communication hole of the hinge assembly formed in the second hinge (12) is connected to the insertion hole (1112) of the hinge assembly (111) formed in the first hinge (11).

[0088] According to the hinge structure for powering a smart glass door according to the present invention configured as described above, power can be supplied to the door itself, such as a smart film, LED illumination, and various sensors, through an electrode embedded in a hinge used in a door containing smart glass (such as a conference room door or a utility room door), such as a door or a partial glass door, and the product can be installed easily during installation.

[0089] To elaborate, first, power is supplied to the door itself for smart films, LED illumination, and various sensors via electrodes embedded in the hinges, making installation easy as only standard hinges need to be attached. Second, the cable hoses are hidden when the door is opened, enhancing the aesthetic appeal. Third, it offers the advantage of eliminating the need for post-processing during manufacturing.

[0091] The description above using the drawings describes only the main aspects of the present invention, and it is obvious that the present invention is not limited to the configuration of the drawings, as various designs are possible within the technical scope. Explanation of the symbols

[0093] 10: Hinge 11: First hinge 111 : Hinge assembly 1111 : Chimney hole 1112 : Insertion hole 1113 : Discharge hole 112 : Guide hole 113 : Hole end 12: Second hinge 13 : Hinge

Claims

Claim 1 A hinge structure is formed by combining a first hinge (11) and a second hinge (12), each having one or more hinge assembly members positioned in intersecting directions, wherein the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) are configured to rotate around a hinge that penetrates the hinge assembly to move adjacently or apart from each other, and on one or more of the wide surfaces of each of the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12), a guide hole (112) having a certain shape is formed and extending from one side of the hinge assembly to one side of the wide surface, and a hole end (113) is formed at the end of the guide hole (112), and the guide hole (112) is formed to have a direction of bending once, so that when the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) positioned in mutually intersecting directions come into contact adjacently, the first hinge (11) and the second Guide holes (112) of each hinge (12) are positioned in a straight line, and an insertion hole (1112) is formed in one of the hinge assembly members of the first hinge (11) and the second hinge (12) to allow an electric wire to be inserted, and a communication hole (1111) linked to the insertion hole (1112) is formed in the other hinge assembly to be connected in the longitudinal direction of the hinge assembly (111), and an discharge hole (1113) is formed on one side of the other hinge assembly to be connected to the communication hole (1111) and to allow the electric wire inserted through the insertion hole (1112) to be discharged, wherein the discharge hole (1113) is connected to the guide hole (112), and the insertion hole (1112) connected to the communication hole (1111) is such that the communication hole (1111) A hinge structure for smart glass door power supply, characterized in that the formed hinge assembly is formed on a hinge assembly formed on a hinge connected to a hinge and on a hinge assembly formed on another hinge. Claim 2 delete Claim 3 delete Claim 4 delete

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