Mobile Construction Safety Smart Tower System

Abstract

The disclosed mobile construction safety smart tower system comprises: a mobile body (2) having a box-shaped structure and having a storage space inside; a towing unit (70) provided on one side of the mobile body (2) to tow the mobile body (2) to the site and connected to a trailer vehicle; a wheel (3) installed on the lower part of the mobile body (2); an electric mover (10) mounted on the lower part of the mobile body (2) to rotate the wheel (3); an electric telescopic mast (20) installed on the upper part of the mobile body (2); a battery (40) mounted inside the mobile body (2); a solar power generation module (50) equipped with a solar panel installed on the upper part of the mobile body (2); a door (4) installed hinged to open and close the storage space; an environment monitoring unit (30) installed on the upper part of the electric telescopic mast (20) to monitor various environmental changes within the site; and a VOIP speaker (9) installed on the electric telescopic mast (20). It includes a controller (1) that controls the electric mover (10) and the electric telescopic mast (20), and controls the output of a warning broadcast or an announcement broadcast through the VOIP speaker (9) in response to environmental monitoring information obtained by the environmental monitoring unit (30).

Description

Technology Field

[0001] The present invention relates to a mobile construction safety smart tower system, and more specifically, to a mobile construction safety smart tower system that integrates mobility, autonomous power supply, multiple monitoring sensors, drone support, and the provision of an emergency first aid kit. Background Technology

[0002] Existing safety monitoring systems applied to construction sites have limitations in that CCTV or surveillance equipment is installed in a fixed position, making relocation difficult when the site changes. Furthermore, existing systems are limited to performing only video surveillance or environmental detection, lacking emergency response or mobility support functions. Additionally, existing systems rely on external power, which restricts their use at sites where power supply is difficult. Moreover, existing systems suffer from low efficiency because surveillance, environmental monitoring, and emergency support are operated separately.

[0003] In the prior art, a control system technology using a smart safety mobile CCTV device that is movable and easy to install at a construction site has been proposed, and the technology is disclosed in KR 10-2684091. The disclosed prior art provides a monitoring system comprising a plurality of smart safety mobile CCTV devices and a control server connected to the CCTV devices via a network, and in this system, the safety mobile CCTV device includes a main body in the shape of an enclosure installed at the site and equipped with handles on both sides, and a camera module provided on the upper part of the main body to acquire images for monitoring the site.

[0004] However, conventional technology still has limitations in terms of mobility at the site, as the mobile CCTV device must be carried around, and it is limited to only having on-site monitoring functions, lacking the ability to support immediate emergency measures in the event of an accident. Prior art literature

[0005] Registration No. 10-2684091 (July 8, 2024) The problem to be solved

[0006] The present invention, devised to solve the problems of the prior art, provides a mobile construction safety smart tower system that integrates mobility, autonomous power supply, multiple monitoring sensors, drone support, and the provision of an emergency kit. means of solving the problem

[0007] A mobile construction safety smart tower system according to one aspect of the present invention comprises: a mobile main body (2) having a box-shaped structure and having a storage space inside; a towing unit (70) provided on one side of the mobile main body (2) and connected to a trailer vehicle to tow the mobile main body (2) to the site; a wheel (3) installed on the lower part of the mobile main body (2); an electric mover (10) mounted on the lower part of the mobile main body (2) to rotate the wheel (3); an electric telescopic mast (20) installed on the upper part of the mobile main body (2); a battery (40) mounted inside the mobile main body (2); a solar power generation module (50) equipped with a solar panel installed on the upper part of the mobile main body (2); a door (4) installed hinged to open and close the storage space; an environment monitoring unit (30) installed on the upper part of the electric telescopic mast (20) to monitor various environmental changes within the site; and a VOIP speaker (9) installed on the electric telescopic mast (20). It includes a controller (1) that controls the electric mover (10) and the electric telescopic mast (20), and controls the output of a warning broadcast or an announcement broadcast through the VOIP speaker (9) in response to environmental monitoring information obtained by the environmental monitoring unit (30).

[0008] The above mobile construction safety smart tower system further includes a drone landing platform (80) installed on the electric telescopic mast (20) to provide take-off and landing of a drone (100) and to support charging of the landed drone (100).

[0009] The above mobile construction safety smart tower system further includes multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) stored in the storage space of the mobile main body (2) and accessible when the door (4) is opened, and a display unit (5) is installed on the inner side of the door (4) to output a video related to the usage method of the selected emergency kit among the multiple emergency kits (81, 82, 83).

[0010] The above-mentioned electric telescopic mast (20) includes a fixed pipe section (21) that is vertically extended while fixed to the upper part of the movable body (2), and an extendable pipe section (22) composed of multi-stage pipe sections that are connected to the fixed pipe section (21) and extend in a telescopic manner along the vertical direction by an electric actuator, and a VOIP speaker (9) is installed in the fixed pipe section (21), and an environment monitoring unit (30) is installed in the uppermost pipe of the electric telescopic mast (20).

[0011] The above environmental monitoring unit (30) is installed on the uppermost pipe of the above-mentioned electric telescopic mast (20) and includes a surveillance camera (31), a thermal imaging camera (32), an anemometer (33), a wind direction indicator (34), a fine dust sensor (35), and a harmful gas sensor (36).

[0012] The above multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) include a defibrillator (81), a stretcher (83), and a standard first aid kit (82) that can be taken out and used immediately when the door (4) is opened while stored in the storage space. Effects of the invention

[0013] The mobile construction safety smart tower system of the present invention provides the following innovative effects.

[0014] (1) Flexible mobility and field adaptability

[0015] It can move freely within the site via wheels (6) and an electric mover (10), and can be easily transported without large equipment by connecting it to a trailer via a towing unit (70).

[0016] (2) Autonomous power supply and sustainability

[0017] Self-generation without relying on external power is possible using solar power generation modules (50) and batteries (40), and continuous operation is possible even at construction sites where access to power is difficult.

[0018] (3) Comprehensive safety monitoring

[0019] The environmental monitoring unit (30) can detect fire (thermal imaging camera (32)), harmful gas (sensor (36)), and weather deterioration (wind speed meter (33)) in real time and output an immediate warning broadcast to the VOIP speaker (9). In addition, a wide field of view can be secured through the height adjustment function of the motorized telescopic mast (20).

[0020] (4) Extended surveillance and response through drone integration

[0021] The drone take-off and landing platform (80) supports automatic charging (wireless charging unit (82)) and take-off and landing of the drone (100), and launches the drone to collect additional information in the air in the event of a fire or injury.

[0022] (5) Rapid emergency response in case of an emergency

[0023] Emergency kits such as a defibrillator (81), a stretcher (83), and a first aid kit (82) are placed in the storage space, and instructions on how to use them are provided through the display unit (5) to shorten the initial response time.

[0024] (6) Efficient control and automation

[0025] The controller (1) analyzes surveillance data to automatically determine dangerous situations and automates system movement, warning broadcasts, and drone sorties to reduce reliance on human resources. Brief explanation of the drawing

[0026] FIG. 1 is a perspective view illustrating a mobile construction safety smart tower system according to one embodiment of the present invention, and FIG. 2 is a side view showing a mobile construction safety smart tower system according to one embodiment of the present invention in a state where the electric terrestrial mast is extended and the stretcher is pulled out. FIG. 3 is a side view showing a mobile construction safety smart tower system according to one embodiment of the present invention with the electric terrestrial mast in a retracted state, and FIG. 4 is a block diagram illustrating the control-related configuration of a mobile construction safety smart tower system according to one embodiment of the present invention. Specific details for implementing the invention

[0027] Hereinafter, embodiments of the present invention are described in detail with reference to the attached drawings so that those skilled in the art can easily implement the present invention. The present invention may be embodied in various different forms and is not limited to the embodiments described herein.

[0028] In describing the present invention, the size or shape of the components shown in the drawings may be exaggerated or simplified for the sake of clarity and convenience of explanation.

[0029] Furthermore, terms specifically defined in consideration of the structure and operation of the present invention may vary depending on the intent or practice of the user or operator. These terms should be interpreted in a meaning and concept consistent with the technical spirit of the present invention based on the content throughout this specification.

[0030] To clearly explain the present invention, descriptions of parts unrelated to the technical concept of the present invention have been omitted, and the same reference numerals are used for identical or similar components throughout the specification.

[0031] In addition, in various embodiments, components having the same configuration are described using the same reference numerals only in the representative embodiment, and in other embodiments, only configurations different from the representative embodiment are described.

[0032] Throughout the specification, when a part is described as being "connected" to another part, this includes not only cases where they are "directly connected," but also cases where they are "indirectly connected" with other members in between. Furthermore, when a part is described as "including" a certain component, this may mean that it includes additional components rather than excluding other components, unless specifically stated otherwise. Preferred embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

[0033] As illustrated in FIGS. 1 to 4, a mobile construction safety smart tower system according to one embodiment of the present invention comprises: a mobile body (2) designed with a box-shaped structure and having a storage space inside; a wheel (3) installed on the lower part of the mobile body (2); an electric mover (10) mounted on the lower part of the mobile body (2) to rotate the wheel (3); an electric telescopic mast (20) installed on the upper part of the mobile body (2); a battery (40) mounted inside the mobile body (2); a solar power generation module (50) equipped with a solar panel installed on the upper part of the mobile body (2); a door (4) installed hinged to open and close the storage space; an environmental monitoring unit (30) installed on the electric telescopic mast (20) to monitor various environmental changes within the site; and a drone take-off and landing system installed on the electric telescopic mast (20) to provide take-off and landing for a drone (100) and to support charging of the landed drone (100). It includes a platform (80), a plurality of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) stored in the storage space, a display unit (5) installed on the inner side of the door (4) and outputting a video of how to use the emergency kits (81, 82, 83), and a controller (1).

[0034] In addition, the mobile construction safety smart tower system further includes a support leg (60) installed at the bottom of the mobile body (2) to support the mobile construction safety tower system so that it can be stably mounted on the installation ground. The support leg (60) can be extended or retracted as needed to level the mobile body (2) and prevent tipping over, regardless of the slope or unevenness of the ground. The support leg (60) includes a fixed part (62) and a height adjustment part (64), and the height adjustment part (64) can be configured to adjust the height electrically.

[0035] As mentioned above, the mobile body (2) is formed as a box-shaped structure having a storage space in which multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) are stored, and is configured to move autonomously at the site with the help of wheels (3) and an electric mover (10) controlled by the controller (1). An opening is formed on one side of the mobile body (2), more specifically on the rear side opposite the towing unit (70), and the door (4) is installed in a hinged manner to block this opening. When the door (4) is opened to open the storage space, the multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) can be retrieved. The mobile body (2) is made of a waterproof and dustproof steel material to have excellent durability, and a towing unit (70) is provided on the front.

[0036] The above towing unit (70) includes a towing wheel (71) installed to contact the ground at the front lower end and a steering shaft (74) that extends vertically from a bracket that rotatably supports the towing wheel (71) and is rotatably installed on a towing frame (73). The steering shaft (74) may be configured to rotate approximately 45 degrees to the left or right or more. Although not illustrated, the steering shaft (74) may be connected to a steering shaft drive unit including a motor controlled by the controller (1) so that steering is performed during autonomous movement. The above towing unit (70) may be connected to a trailer vehicle and advantageously used to transport the system from outside the site to the site or from any place to another place.

[0037] The above electric mover (10) is, for example, mounted on the lower part of the movable body (2) and includes a friction wheel (12) arranged to make frictional contact with each of a pair of wheels (3) or the outer surface of one wheel (3), and a motor (14) that rotates the friction wheel (12). For example, a BLDC motor may be advantageously used for the motor (14) and is controlled by the controller (1). The electric mover (10) or the control unit included therein may communicate with the controller (1) via CAN. Autonomous operation of the system within the site may be possible by the controller (1) rotating the wheels (3) using the electric mover (10) and by the controller (1) rotating the steering shaft (74) to adjust the angle of the traction wheel (71).

[0038] The above-described electric telescopic mast (20) comprises a fixed pipe section (21) that is vertically extended while fixed to the upper part of the movable body (2), and an extendable pipe section (22) composed of multi-stage pipe sections that are coupled to the fixed pipe section (21) and extend in a telescopic manner along the vertical direction by an electric actuator. The electric actuator may include a motor and a reduction gear. The above-described electric telescopic mast (20) is configured to maintain stability even at a wind speed of 15 m / sec. The electric telescopic mast (20) may be configured such that a DC geared motor, a stepper motor, or a servo motor is provided near the bottom, more specifically, in the fixed pipe section (21), to adjust the height by pushing up or pulling down the multi-stage pipe sections by a mechanical method such as a lead screw, a ball screw, a chain, or a belt drive.

[0039] The battery (40) is mounted within the mobile body (2) and can be charged with electricity generated by the solar power generation module (50). The battery (40) can be charged with electricity generated by the solar power generation module (50), and can also be charged by connecting to an external power source. The battery (40) can provide power for the operation of the electric mover (10), the electric telescopic mast (20), the solar power generation module (50), various elements equipped in the environmental monitoring unit (30), the display unit (5), and the drone take-off and landing platform (80).

[0040] The above environmental monitoring unit (30) is installed on the upper part of the electric telescopic mast (20), more specifically, on the uppermost pipe, and may include a surveillance camera (31) that monitors various accidents or situations that may occur at the site, more specifically, a CCTV surveillance camera (31), a thermal imaging camera (32) that detects fire or high heat, and an environmental information collection unit that collects various environmental information at the site, such as an anemometer (33), a wind vane (34), a fine dust sensor (35), and a harmful gas sensor (36). The above environmental monitoring unit (30) is installed on the uppermost pipe of the expandable pipe section (22) of the electric telescopic mast (20), and the uppermost pipe may be equipped with an electric rotating unit that can rotate the environmental monitoring unit (30) 360 degrees about the axis center of the electric telescopic mast (20). This electric rotating unit is controlled by a controller (1). Additionally, the surveillance camera (31) may be configured to rotate up and down around an axis, and the thermal imaging camera (32) may be configured to rotate up and down around another axis.

[0041] The door (4) may be installed hinged to one corner of an opening connected to the storage space to open and close the storage space of the movable main body (2). Alternatively, a storage unit integrated with the door (4) may be accommodated within the storage space, and the storage unit may be opened together when the door (4) is opened in a sliding manner. The door (4) includes an outer surface that is exposed to the outside in both the open and closed states, and an inner surface that is not exposed to the outside when the door (4) is closed and faces into the storage space, but is exposed to the outside when the door (4) is open, more preferably when it is opened more than 90 degrees. A display unit (5) as described above is installed on the inner surface of the door (4), and the controller (1) outputs a video containing information on how to use various types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) through the display unit (5). A plurality of buttons (5A) corresponding to a plurality of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) are provided on the lower side of the display unit (5), and when a user presses one of the plurality of buttons (5A), an image including information on how to use the corresponding emergency kit (81, 82, 83) can be output.

[0042] Multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) may include a defibrillator (81), a (folding) stretcher (83), a standard first aid kit (82), an oxygen mask, etc., which can be taken out and used immediately when the door (4) is opened while stored in the storage space. The aforementioned display unit (5) may have an emergency treatment video library built in and may be automatically activated when the door (4) is opened. To automatically activate the display unit (4), a sensor that detects the opening of the door (4) and / or an illuminance sensor that detects external light may be used. By selecting and pressing the button (5A), a video related to the usage method of the corresponding emergency kit (81, 82, or 83) is output through the display unit (5).

[0043] The above VOIP speaker (9) is installed on the motorized telescopic mast (20), more preferably on the fixed pipe section (21) of the motorized telescopic mast (20), and outputs automatic voice warnings regarding fire / hazardous gas / deterioration of weather / emergency situations detected by the environment monitoring unit (30). For example, if the environment monitoring unit (30) detects a fire, it outputs a fire evacuation warning broadcast, and if a risk of carbon monoxide concentration is detected, it outputs an evacuation warning broadcast due to an increase in carbon monoxide concentration. In addition, the above VOIP speaker (9) is capable of two-way communication, allowing field workers to respond via the speaker's built-in microphone and immediately transmit voice signals such as "I need help" to the control center. In addition, in the event of an emergency patient, it can output voice instructions on how to respond to such a situation. For example, in the event of a heart attack, a nearby person can open the storage space of the portable main body (2) through the door (4) and provide an announcement so that they can respond with an emergency kit (81, 82, 83).

[0044] The drone landing platform (80) may include a magnetic fixing pad (81) that fixes the landed drone (100) using a magnetic coupling method, and a wireless charging unit (82) that wirelessly charges power to the landed drone (100). The wireless charging unit (82) may follow the Qi standard. After the drone (100) automatically lands on the drone landing platform (80), it can charge power to its built-in battery. The scene can be photographed using a camera equipped on the drone (100) that has landed on the drone landing platform (80). Since the camera equipped on the drone (100) can rotate 360 ​​degrees around the vertical axis of the drone (100) and tilt up and down, it can assist the surveillance camera (31) in monitoring various incidents and accidents at the scene.

[0045] The above controller (1) controls an environment monitoring unit (30) installed on the above-mentioned electric telescopic mast (20) to detect various environmental changes in the field, a drone landing platform (80) installed on the above-mentioned electric telescopic mast (20) to provide take-off and landing of the drone (100) and to support charging of the landed drone (100), multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) stored in the above-mentioned storage space, and a display unit (5) installed on the inner side of the above-mentioned door (4) to output a video of how to use the above-mentioned emergency kits (81, 82, 83).

[0046] The various operation flows of the aforementioned mobile construction safety smart tower system are described as follows.

[0047] (1) Operation process in case of fire

[0048] The thermal imaging camera (32) detects a flame, and the controller (1) performs the following control based on the detection signal of the thermal imaging camera (32).

[0049] The above controller (1) controls the VOIP speaker (9) to generate a warning broadcast in case of fire, such as "Fire has broken out, prepare to the west exit."

[0050] Additionally, the controller (1) can command the drone (100) via wireless communication to move to the location where the fire occurred and take a picture, and accordingly, the drone (100) can automatically take off to the location where the fire occurred and take a close-up picture of the location where the fire occurred.

[0051] If a fire extinguisher is provided on the movable main body (2), the controller (1) controls the electric mover (10) and the steering shaft (74) to move the movable main body (2) to a certain distance from the location of the fire and then stops it. Before moving the movable main body (2), control is first applied to retract the electric telescopic mast (20) so that the movable main body (2) can be moved easily. In addition, the controller (1) controls the display unit (5) provided on the inner surface of the door (4) to display a video related to how to use the fire extinguisher or how to deal with a fire.

[0053] (2) Operation process when an injured worker occurs

[0054] When the surveillance camera (31) detects a worker injury, the controller (1) performs the following control based on the detection signal of the surveillance camera (31).

[0055] The above controller (1) controls the VOIP speaker (9) to make an announcement regarding the occurrence of injuries, such as, "A fall accident has occurred in Zone A."

[0056] Additionally, the controller (1) can command the drone (100) via wireless communication to move to the location where the injured person occurred and take a picture, and accordingly, the drone (100) can automatically take off to the location where the injured person occurred and take a close-up picture of the location where the fire occurred. The captured video information can be transmitted to the control center.

[0057] The above controller (1) controls the electric mover (10) and the steering shaft (74) to move the movable body (2) to a position close to the injured person. It is desirable to automatically stop the movable body (2) when it detects the proximity of a person during the movement process. If the movable body (2) is close to the location where the injured person occurred, that is, within a predetermined distance range, the controller (1) can control the movable body (2) not to move and to automatically open the door (4).

[0058] When the above-mentioned movable body (2) moves, control is first applied to retract the electric telescopic mast (20) before the movement, so that the movable body (2) can be moved easily. In addition, the controller (1) controls the display unit (5) installed on the inner surface of the door (4) so ​​that a video related to the use of the emergency kit is displayed.

[0060] (3) Operation process when hazardous gas standards are exceeded

[0061] The hazardous gas sensor (36) collects real-time data, and the controller (1) repeatedly outputs a voice path such as “Carbon monoxide concentration danger, evacuate” through the VOIP speaker (9) when the hazardous gas exceeds the standard value.

[0062] The controller (1) electrically opens the door (4) provided on the movable body (2) to expose the emergency kit (81, 82, 83) and the gas mask (not shown). Additionally, the controller (1) controls the display unit (5) to output a video related to the method of using the gas mask and / or the method of using the emergency kit.

[0063] At the same time, the controller (1) processes information obtained from a hazardous gas sensor (36), a wind vane (34), a thermal imaging camera (32) and / or a surveillance camera (31), etc., to track the source of the gas leak and controls the dispatch of a drone (100) to the source of the gas leak. Real-time video captured by the drone (100) is transmitted to a control center.

[0064] The present invention is not limited to the aforementioned embodiments and can be implemented with various modifications. Explanation of the symbols

[0065] 1: Controller 2: Mobile main body 3: Wheel 4: Door 5: Display unit 10: Electric mover 20: Electric telescopic mast 30: Environmental monitoring unit 40: Battery 50: Solar power module 70: Towing unit 80: Drone take-off and landing platform 81: Defibrillator 82: Standard first aid kit 83: Stretcher 100: Drone

Claims

Claim 1 A movable main body (2) having a box-shaped structure and having a storage space inside; a towing unit (70) provided on one side of the movable main body (2) and connected to a trailer vehicle to tow the movable main body (2) to the site; a wheel (3) installed on the lower part of the movable main body (2); an electric mover (10) including a friction wheel (12) mounted on the lower part of the movable main body (2) and arranged to make frictional contact with the outer surface of the wheel (3), and a motor (14) that rotates the friction wheel (12), so that the movable main body (2) can move autonomously by rotating the wheel (3) when the trailer vehicle is separated from the towing unit (70); an electric telescopic mast (20) installed on the upper part of the movable main body (2); a battery (40) mounted inside the movable main body (2); a solar power generation module (50) having a solar panel installed on the upper part of the movable main body (2); a door (4) installed hinged to open and close the storage space; the electric telescopic A mobile construction safety smart tower system characterized by comprising: an environment monitoring unit (30) installed on the upper part of a mast (20) to monitor various environmental changes within the site; a VOIP speaker (9) installed on the motorized telescopic mast (20); and a controller (1) that controls the motorized mover (10) and the motorized telescopic mast (20), and controls the output of a warning broadcast or an announcement broadcast through the VOIP speaker (9) in response to environmental monitoring information acquired by the environment monitoring unit (30). Claim 2 A mobile construction safety smart tower system according to claim 1, further comprising a steering shaft (74) connected to a steering shaft drive unit including a motor rotatably installed on the towing frame (73) and controlled by the controller (1), wherein autonomous movement and steering are possible within the site by the controller (1) controlling the driving of the electric mover (10) and the rotation of the steering shaft (74), and further comprising a drone landing platform (80) installed on the electric telescopic mast (20) to provide take-off and landing of the drone (100) and support charging of the landed drone (100). Claim 3 A mobile construction safety smart tower system according to claim 1, further comprising a plurality of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) stored in a storage space of the mobile main body (2) and accessible when the door (4) is opened, and a display unit (5) installed on the inner side of the door (4) for outputting a video related to the usage method of a selected emergency kit among the plurality of emergency kits (81, 82, 83). Claim 4 A mobile construction safety smart tower system according to claim 1, wherein the electric telescopic mast (20) comprises a fixed pipe section (21) that is vertically extended while fixed to the upper part of the movable body (2), and an extendable pipe section (22) composed of multi-stage pipe sections that are connected to the fixed pipe section (21) and extend in a telescopic manner along the vertical direction by an electric actuator, wherein a VOIP speaker (9) is installed in the fixed pipe section (21), and an environment monitoring unit (30) is installed in the uppermost pipe of the electric telescopic mast (20). Claim 5 A mobile construction safety smart tower system characterized in that, in the first paragraph, the environmental monitoring unit (30) is installed on the uppermost pipe of the motorized telescopic mast (20) and includes a monitoring camera (31), a thermal imaging camera (32), an anemometer (33), a wind direction sensor (34), a fine dust sensor (35), and a harmful gas sensor (36). Claim 6 A mobile construction safety smart tower system characterized in that, in paragraph 3, the above-mentioned multiple types of emergency kits (81, 82, 83) include a defibrillator (81), a stretcher (83), and a standard first aid kit (82) that can be taken out and used immediately when the door (4) is opened while stored in the storage space.

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