Automatic Safety Curtain System and Method for Protecting Shelves During an Earthquake

Abstract

The invention relates to an automatic opening safety curtain system and method designed for use in kitchens, workshops, open shelving systems, and storage areas, particularly for cabinets and shelving systems without doors or with doors left open, preventing breakable items such as plates and glasses from falling in kitchens and preventing tools such as screwdrivers and drills from falling and creating a hazard in workshops, thus protecting shelves during an earthquake.

Description

1 TARIFF An automatic safety curtain system that opens to protect shelves during an earthquake. Method TECHNICAL FIELD The invention is particularly useful in kitchens, workshops, open shelving systems, and storage areas during earthquakes. cabinets and shelves used in these areas that have no doors or whose doors are left open Designed for systems that prevent breakable items like plates and glasses from falling in kitchens. preventing tools like screwdrivers and drills from falling and creating a hazard in workshops with an automatically opening safety curtain system and method to protect shelves during an earthquake It is related. PREVIOUS TECHNIQUE 15 The open shelving systems used today pose serious safety risks, especially during earthquakes. This is what it consists of. During the earthquake, plates, glasses, glassware, and various items on the shelves... Tools can fall, causing both material damage and injuries to users. The current market offers fixed safety nets, flexible rubber systems, or 20 safety nets to mitigate this risk. Similar stabilizing solutions exist, but these systems do not automatically activate during an earthquake. It does not have the capability to be activated automatically. This poses a significant risk to shelf safety. This points to a deficiency. In particular, fixed security systems, when placed on shelves during use. This makes access difficult and leads to a loss of flexibility. In addition, during an earthquake... The lack of a system that can automatically trigger and provide immediate security, the current 25 This reveals the inadequacy of the solutions. Systems that require user intervention, however... It is impractical and does not offer the possibility of a quick and safe response during an earthquake. This Therefore, it provides instant and automatic safety during an earthquake, is easy to use, and is shelf-mounted. A need has arisen for a new generation system that does not affect its functionality. As a result of research conducted in the literature, the application number "2023 / 002882" and "OPEN-" "CLOSEABLE, SPACE-SAVING EARTHQUAKE CABINET MECHANISM" is an invention from Türkiye. A patent application has been found. The application in question aims to prevent loss of life in earthquakes. For this purpose, a foldable, space-saving design that takes the shape of a horizontal triangular prism when opened, 3 Lightweight due to its surface shape, and enhanced protection thanks to its support feet, it fits into any type of cabinet (35). It relates to a feasible earthquake cabinet. However, the application mentioned specifically addresses the situation during an earthquake. used in kitchens, workshops, open shelving systems and storage areas, with lids 2 Designed for cabinets and shelving systems that are missing or left open, in kitchens. Used in workshops to prevent breakable items such as plates and glasses from falling, and to hold screwdrivers. Protecting shelves during earthquakes, preventing tools like drills from falling and creating a hazard. No evidence has been found regarding an automatically opening safety curtain system and method. Ultimately, the problems mentioned above, which cannot be solved with current technology, are the subject of this technical analysis. This has made it necessary to make an innovation in the field. A BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION The present invention aims to eliminate the aforementioned disadvantages and introduce new 10 technologies to the relevant technical field. Automatically opening safety features to protect shelves during earthquakes, offering added advantages. It is related to the curtain system and method. The main purpose of the invention is to provide protection, especially during earthquakes, in kitchens, workshops, and open shelving systems. and cabinets used in storage areas that have no doors or whose doors are left open 15 and designed for shelving systems, for use in kitchens with breakable items such as plates and glasses. preventing tools like screwdrivers and drills from falling and creating a dangerous situation in workshops. an automatic safety curtain that opens to protect shelves during an earthquake, preventing the formation of fires. The goal is to obtain the system and method. All the purposes mentioned above and those that will emerge from the detailed explanation below. The current invention aims to achieve this by protecting kitchens, workshops, and open shelves during earthquakes. used in systems and storage areas, without lids or with open lids Designed for forgotten cabinets and shelving systems, preventing fragile items and tools from falling. Safety features: 25 automatically opens the shelves to protect them during an earthquake, preventing them from posing a danger. It is a curtain system, the feature of which is that it provides the necessary energy to all the components of the system, through which connection cables and power unit that allow the system to be disabled by cutting off the power, To prevent objects from scattering and harming users, the front of the shelf by closing it, preventing the shelf contents from falling and broken pieces from scattering during an earthquake. The protective curtain detects tremors above a predetermined threshold value, 30 The earthquake sensor, which sends detection data to the microprocessor via signals, acts as a protective device. Microprocessor-triggered system used to lock the curtains in their initial position. When the signal is received, it releases the protective curtain and opens the protective curtain. The magnet, which pulls the protective curtain down with a signal from the microprocessor, The curtain push mechanism, which can operate with an electromagnet or spring, is 35 meters from the earthquake sensor. a device that receives sensing data, processes and analyzes the data it receives, and adjusts the magnet according to the analysis results. 3 and / or to enable manual testing that activates the curtain push mechanism. It contains the aforementioned microprocessor, which can be manually operated via commands. The best way to utilize the advantages of the existing invention, together with its structure and additional elements. For it to be understood, it must be considered together with the figures explained below. 5 BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES Figure 1 shows the automatic opening safety device designed to protect shelves during an earthquake, which is the subject of the invention. It is a representative illustration of the curtain system. 10 The drawings do not necessarily need to be scaled and are necessary for understanding the invention. Details that are not present may have been overlooked. Furthermore, at least to a large extent... Elements that are identical or at least have substantially identical functions are numbered the same. It is shown. 15 REFERENCE NUMBERS 1. Earthquake sensor 2. Microprocessor 20 3. Magnet 4. Curtain pushing mechanism 5. Protective curtain 6. Manual retraction mechanism 7. Connection cables and power unit 25 DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION This detailed explanation describes the invention, which involves automatically opening shelves to protect them during an earthquake. The safety curtain system and method are not merely for the purpose of better understanding the subject; there is no 30 This is explained with examples that will not create a limiting effect. An automatic safety curtain system that opens to protect shelves during an earthquake. sensor (1), microprocessor (2), magnet (3), curtain push mechanism (4), protective curtain (5), It includes a manual retraction mechanism (6), connecting cables and power unit (7). 35 The earthquake sensor (1) detects shaking above a predetermined threshold value, It is the sensor that sends the sensing data to the microprocessor (2) via signals. Microprocessor 4 (2), receives detection data from the earthquake sensor (1), processes and analyzes the data it receives, According to the analysis result, the manual actuator activates the magnet (3) and / or curtain push mechanism (4). It is a unit that can be manually operated by giving commands to enable testing. The magnet (3) is used to fix the protective curtains (5) in the starting position. When the trigger signal comes from the microprocessor (2), the protective curtain (5) is released and 5 It is the element, preferably neodymium, that enables the opening of the protective curtain (5). Curtain push The mechanism (4) pulls down the protective curtain (5) with the signal from the microprocessor (2), It is a mechanism that can operate with an electromagnet or spring. Protective curtain (5), objects by closing the front of the shelf to prevent it from scattering and harming users 10 that prevent shelf contents from falling and broken pieces from scattering during an earthquake. It is a unit that grips objects, preferably made of Kevlar or polycarbonate material. The manual retraction mechanism (6) allows the user to retract the protective curtain (5) when needed. It is the mechanism that allows the vehicle to rewind the launcher and return to its launch position via a motor. Connection cables and power unit (7) provide the necessary energy to all components of the system, It is the unit through which the power can be cut off, thus disabling the system. 15 The safety curtain system automatically opens to protect the shelves during an earthquake. It protects the shelf contents from falling by automatically opening a safety curtain. It prevents this. The elements used in the system are as follows: Earthquake sensor (1) (preferably MEMS Accelerometer- MPU6050 or ADXL345), earthquake 20 It detects the vibration and triggers the system. A single sensor is sufficient for the entire system. The microprocessor (2) (preferably Arduino, ESP32 etc.) receives the data from the earthquake sensor (1) It operates. It opens all protective curtains (5) synchronously. Magnets (3), preferably It is neodymium, used to fix the protective curtains (5) in the starting position. During an earthquake, the magnets (3) are released and the protective curtain (5) is opened. Curtain push 25 mechanism (4) (electromagnet or spring system), the protective curtain (5) quickly It allows it to descend. It is supported by a spring mechanism to protect against power outages. Protective screen (5) resistant to impacts and broken pieces of furniture (e.g. glass). Made of material (Kevlar or polycarbonate). Parts that fall to the ground protect the protective curtain (5) It remains in the compartment behind it and does not spread to the surroundings. Manual retraction mechanism (6), 30 a one-way motor mounted on the top of the protective curtain (5) but not permanently connected When rewinding is required, the protective curtain (5) upper holding area It is the mechanism that enables it to sit down. When the retraction process is complete, the protective curtain (5) It becomes ready to be launched again. This mechanism does not perform automatic retraction; the user... It needs to be triggered by 35. The following can be done using an automatically opening safety curtain method to protect shelves during an earthquake: The processes are being carried out;  The earthquake sensor (1) detects the tremor,  The earthquake sensor (1) transmits the detection data to the microprocessor (2),  The microprocessor (2) processes / analyzes the shock and the magnet (3) which is a magnetic lock 5 release,  Opening the protective curtain (5) by operating the curtain push mechanism (4),  The protective curtain (5) catches falling objects and provides safety,  Using the user's manual recovery mechanism (6) after the earthquake Lifting the protective curtain (5). 10 The invention works as follows: The system starts working, the microprocessor (2) becomes active. The earthquake sensor (1) continuously It monitors the environment. The protective curtain (5) stays fixed up thanks to the magnets (3). Curtain push mechanism (4) remains in standby position. If the earthquake sensor (1) data threshold value is 15 If it exceeds the limit, the data is sent to the microprocessor (2). The microprocessor (2) verifies the sensor data. Vibration If confirmed, the magnets (3) are released. The curtain pushing mechanism (4) removes the protective curtain. (5) pulls it down and closes the front of the curtain shelf. If the earthquake / shaking stops, the curtain is manually returned. It is removed by the collection mechanism (6). If the user triggers manually, the microprocessor (2) Operates the system in manual mode, opens the curtain, manual retraction mechanism (6) 20 It restores the curtain to its original position. If the user shuts down the system, the system becomes disabled. An automatic safety curtain system that opens to protect shelves during an earthquake. a system developed to prevent objects on open shelves from falling during transport It is an automatic safety curtain mechanism. The system is detected by the earthquake sensor (1) 25 It operates based on earthquake motion. The earthquake sensor (1) detects a specified threshold. When it detects a tremor above a certain value, it sends a signal to the microprocessor (2). The microprocessor (2) evaluates the sensor data it receives and releases magnets (3) preferably made of neodymium. The system releases the magnets (3), which hold the protective curtain (5) up under normal conditions. When triggered, it releases the protective curtain (5). The curtain push mechanism (4) is a spring-loaded 30 by means of a mechanism or electromagnet, the protective curtain (5) is rapidly brought down It provides. The protective curtain (5) closes the front of the shelf, preventing the shelf contents from falling during an earthquake and It prevents the broken parts from scattering. The connecting cables and power unit (7) protect the entire system. It enables continuous operation by providing the necessary energy to its components. 35 When the earthquake ends, the system does not automatically retract the protective curtain (5). Manually The retraction mechanism (6) is activated and the protective curtain (5) is retracted by the user. 6 It can be lifted up. During manual retraction, a protective motor is used by employing a one-way motor. The protective curtain (5) is placed in the slot at the top and pulled up. After being pulled, the magnet (3) which is a magnetic lock is activated again and the system restarts It returns to its starting position. If the user wishes to perform a manual test of the system in a configuration of the invention, the microprocessor (2) You can give a manual operation command via it. In this case, the protective curtain (5) opens and It is then returned to its starting position using the manual retraction mechanism (6). If the system needs to be shut down urgently, power can be turned off via the connection cables and the power unit (7). It can be disabled by cutting off the power. The system, operating on these principles, can withstand an earthquake for 10 minutes. An automated safety system that enhances user safety by preventing potential accidents. It offers a solution.

Claims

7 REQUESTS 1. During an earthquake, in kitchens, workshops, open shelving systems and storage areas 5 cabinets and shelves used in these areas that have no doors or whose doors are left open designed for systems where fragile materials and tools can fall and pose a danger. automatic opening safety features to protect shelves during an earthquake, preventing the formation of fires. It is a curtain system, and its feature is;  A device that provides the necessary energy to all components of the system, and can be powered off by 10 The connection cables and power unit that allow the system to be deactivated. (7),  To prevent objects from scattering and harming users. by blocking the front of the shelf, preventing its contents from falling and breaking during an earthquake. Protective curtain (5) that prevents the parts from scattering, 15  Detecting vibrations above a predetermined threshold value, sensing earthquake sensor (1) which sends its data to the microprocessor (2) via signals,  used to fix the protective curtains (5) in the starting position, When the trigger signal comes from the microprocessor (2), release the protective curtain (5). The magnet (3) that releases and opens the protective curtain (5), 20  pulling down the protective curtain (5) with the signal from the microprocessor (2), Curtain push mechanism which can operate with electromagnet or spring (4),  receives detection data from the earthquake sensor (1), processes the data it receives and Analyzing, according to the analysis result, push the magnet (3) and / or curtain. 25 to activate the mechanism (4) and enable manual testing. the aforementioned microprocessor (2) through which a manual operation command can be given It includes.

2. Safety curtain that opens automatically to protect shelves during an earthquake, in accordance with Claim 1. It is a system and its feature is that the user can move the protective curtain (5) back by means of a motor 30 Manual retraction that allows it to be coiled back to the throwing position. its mechanism is (6).

3. Automatically opening safety curtain to protect shelves during an earthquake, in accordance with Claim 1. It is a system and its feature is that the magnet mentioned (3) is neodymium. 35 8 4. Automatically opening safety curtain to protect shelves during an earthquake, in accordance with Claim 1. It is a system and its feature is that the mentioned protective curtain (5) is made of Kevlar and / or polycarbonate. It is made of a certain material.

5. During an earthquake, in kitchens, workshops, open shelving systems and storage areas... cabinets and shelves used in these areas that have no doors or whose doors are left open designed for systems where fragile materials and tools can fall and pose a danger. automatic opening safety features to protect shelves during an earthquake, preventing the formation of fires. It is a curtain method, its characteristic is;  The earthquake sensor (1) detects the tremor, 10  The earthquake sensor (1) transmits the detection data to the microprocessor (2),  The microprocessor (2) processes / analyzes the shock and the magnet which is the magnetic lock (3) release,  Opening the protective curtain (5) by operating the curtain push mechanism (4),  The protective curtain (5) catches the falling objects during the earthquake / tremor and 15 to provide security,  Protective equipment is used by using the manual recovery mechanism (6) after the earthquake. lifting of the curtain (5) It includes process steps.