Book storage lighting device

Abstract

The present invention relates to a book storage lighting device which allows a user to set a target reading amount and automatically turns off a light when as many books as the target number of books is received. The purpose of the invention is to provide the book storage lighting device which is formed to receive at least one book and has a light means to allow reception of the book immediately after reading the book to a child, predetermine the number of books to be read by the child before sleeping, and automatically turn off the lighting when the selected number of books is received so that the child may know the time to go to bed, thereby allowing the child to develop sleeping habits and obtaining a sense of achievement that a goal has been achieved.

Description

Bookshelf lighting fixture

[0001] The present invention relates to a book storage lighting device, and more particularly, to a book storage lighting device that sets a target reading amount and automatically turns off the light when the target reading amount of books is stored.

[0002]

[0003] Parents or early childhood educators often read storybooks to infants at bedtime to help them fall asleep. Children's storybooks and picture books often include sound elements that generate various sounds to stimulate children's interest and arouse their attention.

[0004] However, these sound books only serve to pique children's interest and offer no other benefits. In particular, the effectiveness of sound books is incompatible with putting children to sleep, a major parenting challenge for many parents. This can lead to children becoming so absorbed in playing with sound books that they refuse to fall asleep even after bedtime.

[0005] There is a problem in that if you forcefully take away the sound book to put the child to sleep, the child will throw a tantrum, and if you leave it alone, the child will want to keep playing with it, so the child will not be able to keep to the set sleep time.

[0006] Additionally, there is a problem that exposure to bright light at night disrupts sleep rhythms because the light must be on above a certain brightness level for the guardian to read the book.

[0007] At night, using soft blue or milky light with lighting of less than 150 lux can help reduce brain excitement and sympathetic nerve activity, making it easier to fall asleep, and also stimulate the secretion of melatonin, which can help you fall asleep.

[0008] Sleep lights have been developed for this purpose, but these sleep lights do not have any other function other than illuminating the surrounding space, and do not have any function that is particularly helpful in putting infants to sleep.

[0009] Accordingly, when a guardian reads a book to a child, the light is on for the child to see and read, and when the child listens to an interesting story or plays with an audio book, there are cases where the child has difficulty falling asleep, so research is actively being conducted on products and methods to help children develop good sleeping habits.

[0010]

[0011] The present invention has been devised to solve the above problems, and an object of the present invention is to provide a book storage lighting device that is formed to be able to store at least one book, and has a lighting means formed therein so that the book can be stored immediately after reading it to a child.

[0012] In addition, the number of books for the child to read before going to bed is determined in advance, and when the selected number of books are stored, the light automatically turns off so that the child knows when to go to bed, thereby helping to develop sleeping habits in the child and providing a sense of accomplishment for achieving the goal.

[0013]

[0014] The book storage lighting device of the present invention is characterized by including: a three-dimensional housing having an internal space; a storage section formed inside the housing and in which books are stored; at least one target setting section formed on an outer surface of the housing and in which a target reading amount is set by a user's operation; a lighting section installed in the housing and emitting light; and a control section controlling the operations of the target setting section and the lighting section.

[0015] In addition, the book storage lighting device is characterized in that it further includes a book detection sensor installed in the storage unit and detecting that a book is stored in the storage unit.

[0016] In addition, the target setting unit is characterized in that a predetermined operation is performed each time the book detection sensor detects a book stored in the storage unit.

[0017] In addition, the above book detection sensor is characterized in that at least one of a hall sensor, a pressure sensor, a weight sensor, and a distance sensor is selected and applied.

[0018] In addition, the book storage lighting device is characterized in that it further includes a speaker unit installed in the housing and for audibly outputting sound.

[0019] In addition, the book storage lighting device is characterized by further including a communication unit that is electrically connected to a smart device and communicates wirelessly.

[0020] In addition, the smart device is a smartphone or a tablet PC, and is characterized in that an application for controlling the operation of the book storage lighting device is installed or connected to a server, and a signal for controlling the operation of the lighting unit, the target setting unit, and the speaker unit is input.

[0021] In addition, the book storage device further includes a scanning unit for scanning a code including a QR code or barcode printed on the cover of a book or a plate of a predetermined thickness, and is characterized in that the contents of the book corresponding to the code are audibly output through the speaker unit.

[0022] In addition, the code is characterized in that it is scanned by a camera formed integrally with the smart device.

[0023]

[0024] The book storage lighting device of the present invention having the above configuration is formed so that at least one book can be stored, and a lighting means is formed so that the book can be stored immediately after reading it to a child.

[0025] Additionally, you can decide in advance how many books your child will read before bedtime, and when the selected number of books are stored, the light will automatically turn off so that you can tell when your child is going to bed, which will help develop your child's sleeping habits and give them a sense of accomplishment for achieving their goal.

[0026]

[0027] Figure 1 is a perspective view of a book storage lighting device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0028] Figure 2 is an example of the operation of a book storage lighting device according to one embodiment of the present invention.

[0029] Figure 3 is a front view of a book storage lighting device according to various embodiments of the present invention.

[0030] Figure 4 is a communication example diagram of a book storage lighting device according to a modified example of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0031] Figure 5 is a perspective view of a book storage lighting device according to another modified example of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0032] Figure 6 is a perspective view of a book storage lighting device according to another modified example of one embodiment of the present invention.

[0033]

[0034] Hereinafter, an embodiment of the present invention as described above will be described in detail with reference to the drawings.

[0035] Fig. 1 illustrates a perspective view of a book storage lighting device according to one embodiment of the present invention. As illustrated in Fig. 1, the book storage lighting device (10) of the present invention includes a housing (100) in the form of a box, and a storage portion (110) is formed on the upper surface of the housing (100) so as to store a book inside the housing (100). At this time, the storage portion (110) may be formed on one of the front, rear, or side surfaces of the housing (100).

[0036] A lighting unit (130) is formed to be installed at the bottom or inside of the housing (100) and to emit light to the outside. It is preferable that the lighting unit (130) emits red light that is helpful for sleep, and it is preferable that it has a color temperature of 3000K or less.

[0037] A plurality of target setting sections (120) are formed on the surface of the housing (100). The target setting section (120) is for setting a target reading amount before going to bed, and the child can set the target amount by directly manipulating the target setting section (120).

[0038] To explain in more detail, as illustrated in Fig. 1, a plurality of star-shaped buttons are formed on the surface of the housing (100). When formed in the shape of a button and pressed once, the light-emitting means embedded in the target setting unit (120) operates separately from the lighting unit (130).

[0039] If a child says he or she wants to read three books before bed, pressing one of the three target setting sections (120) will cause the light-emitting means within the pressed target setting section (120) to light up. In the embodiment illustrated in Fig. 1, the target setting section (120) is formed in the shape of a star-shaped button, but it is preferable to form it in a shape that can attract the child's interest. Various embodiments of the target setting section (120) will be described with reference to Fig. 4.

[0040] A book detection sensor (140) is installed inside the storage unit (110) to detect a book that has been read and is then stored. It is preferable that the book detection sensor (140) be formed of at least one selected from among a hall sensor, a weight sensor, a pressure sensor, and a distance measurement sensor. The distance measurement sensor can measure the distance between the walls of the storage unit and detect that a book has been stored when the distance decreases.

[0041] The control unit (160) determines whether the book detection sensor (140) detects a book, and controls the operation of the lighting unit (130) and the target setting unit (120). When the book detection sensor (140) detects that one book has been stored in the storage unit (110), the light-emitting means of one of the plurality of light-emitting target setting units (120) is controlled to turn off, and when all of the light-emitting means in the light-emitting target setting units (120) are turned off, it is determined that the target book has been read, and the lighting unit (130) is turned off.

[0042] The speaker unit (150) is installed in the housing (100) and outputs pre-stored music or voice audibly, and is operated by the control unit (160). When all the light-emitting means in the lit target setting unit (120) are turned off, it is determined that the target book has been read, and a good night greeting or lullaby is output audibly.

[0043] The book storage lighting device (10) of the present invention has a battery built into the interior of the housing (100) to provide power to operate the lighting unit (130), speaker unit (150), book detection sensor (140), and light-emitting means within the target setting unit (120), or may be connected to an outlet to receive power.

[0044] The book storage lighting device (10) of the present invention may have a power button formed on the surface of the housing (100) that can be operated by a guardian to turn off the lighting means installed in the lighting unit (130) and the target setting unit (120) when the child falls asleep without having met the reading target.

[0045] Referring to FIG. 2, the method of operation of the book storage lighting device (10) of the present invention will be described in more detail.

[0046] Fig. 2 illustrates an example of the operation of a book storage lighting device according to one embodiment of the present invention. As illustrated in Fig. 2, the target setting unit (120) of the book storage lighting device (10) according to one embodiment of the present invention is formed of a plurality of star-shaped buttons, and when pressed, the light-emitting means within each target setting unit (120) operates.

[0047] First, as illustrated in (a) of FIG. 2, some or all of the plurality of target setting units (120) are pressurized. In the embodiment according to FIG. 2, it is assumed that three of the six target setting units (120) are pressurized, and the fact that three target setting units (120) are pressurized means that the target reading amount before going to bed is three books.

[0048] When pressing the goal setting section (120), a guardian can press it, but the child can press the goal setting section (120) directly so that the child can set the target reading amount directly.

[0049] At this time, the lighting unit (130) of the book storage lighting device (10) may operate independently, but may also operate so that the lighting unit (130) turns on when one or more of the target setting units (120) among the plurality of target setting units (120) is pressed.

[0050] As shown in (b) of Fig. 2, when a book is placed in the storage unit (110) after reading a book, the book detection sensor (140) detects that a book has been placed in the storage unit (110), and the light-emitting means of one of the three target setting units (120) in which the light-emitting means operates is controlled to turn off by the control unit (160).

[0051] Next, as shown in (c) of FIG. 2, when one more book is inserted into the storage unit (110), the book detection sensor (140) detects that one more book has been inserted into the storage unit (110), and the light-emitting means of one of the two target setting units (120) in which the light-emitting means operates is controlled to turn off by the control unit (160).

[0052] Finally, as shown in (d) of FIG. 2, when one more book is inserted into the storage unit (110), the book detection sensor (140) detects that one more book has been inserted into the storage unit (110), and the light-emitting means of one target setting unit (120) that operates the light-emitting means is controlled to turn off by the control unit (160).

[0053] When all the light-emitting means of the goal setting units (120) are turned off, the lighting unit (130) can be controlled by the control unit (160) to turn off at the same time. When all the light-emitting means are turned off, the child can know that he or she should go to bed, and can go to bed with a sense of accomplishment of having met the reading amount he or she aimed for before going to bed. At this time, when all the light-emitting means of the goal setting units (120) are turned off, a bedtime greeting such as 'Good night' or 'Good night' or a lullaby can be audibly output from the speaker unit (150).

[0054] Therefore, the book storage lighting device (10) of the present invention can help a child gain a sense of accomplishment and also has the effect of helping the child develop good sleeping habits. The lighting unit (130) can be controlled to turn off simultaneously when all the light-emitting means of the goal setting units (120) turn off. However, since a child may become afraid if all the lights disappear, the lighting unit (130) can be controlled to turn off after a preset time, such as 30 minutes or 1 hour after all the light-emitting means of the goal setting units (120) turn off.

[0055] Fig. 3 illustrates a front view of a book storage lighting device according to various embodiments of the present invention. In the embodiments according to Figs. 1 and 2, the target setting unit (120) is illustrated as being formed in the form of a plurality of star-shaped buttons.

[0056] However, as shown in (a) of Fig. 3, the target setting unit (120) may be formed in the shape of a heart-shaped button, and when the heart-shaped button is pressed, the light-emitting means within the target setting unit (120) may be turned on.

[0057] In (a) of Fig. 3, a heart shape is given as an example, but it can be a circle, polygon, cloud, moon, sun, etc., and can be formed in various shapes such as animals, plants, objects, characters, etc., and can also be formed by mixing the shapes described above. When the target setting unit (120) is pressed, the light-emitting means is formed in the shape of a button that lights up, but the shape is not limited thereto.

[0058] Alternatively, as illustrated in (b) of FIG. 3, the target setting unit (120) may be formed in the form of a dial. Numbers from 1 to n are printed on the housing (100), and when the target reading amount is three books, the rotating means is rotated so that the scale is positioned at 3, and when the target reading amount is five books, the rotating means is rotated so that the scale is positioned at 5, thereby setting the target reading amount.

[0059] Each time a book is stored in the storage unit (110), the scale of the rotation means moves from its original position to a numerical position of ??1 by the control unit (160), and sound may be output from the speaker unit (150).

[0060] Lastly, as shown in (c) of Fig. 3, the target setting unit (120) is formed as a character-shaped button on the housing (100), and when the target setting unit (120) is pressed, the character with its eyes closed opens its eyes.

[0061] Each time a book is stored in the storage unit (110), the character's eyes can be formed in a form in which they are closed again by the control unit (160), and the character's voice can also be output from the speaker unit (150).

[0062] In addition to the character's eye movements, such as opening and closing, the character's expression can be changed from a blank expression to a smiling expression, or its behavior can change from standing up to sitting down. Furthermore, the target setting unit (120) can also be shaped like an animal, such as a dog, cat, or rabbit, in addition to the character form.

[0063] In addition to the examples described above, the target setting unit (120) can be easily modified and formed into various embodiments by a person skilled in the art.

[0064] Fig. 4 illustrates a communication example diagram of a book storage lighting device according to a modified example of one embodiment of the present invention. As illustrated in Fig. 4, the book storage lighting device (10) according to a modified example of one embodiment of the present invention is further provided with a communication unit (170) capable of wireless communication with an external device.

[0065] This enables communication with smart devices such as smartphones and tablet PCs, and data exchange with devices within homes or childcare facilities (e.g., daycare centers, kindergartens, daycare centers, etc.).

[0066] Smart devices such as smartphones or tablet PCs have an application installed for communicating with the book storage lighting device (10) or can be accessed via a URL, and the settings of the book storage lighting device (10) can be changed by accessing the application or URL.

[0067] For example, the lullaby output from the speaker unit (150) can be changed to other music, or a good night greeting can be recorded and output from the speaker unit (150), the brightness of the lighting unit (130) can be adjusted, and the brightness of the light-emitting means in the target setting unit (120) can be adjusted, etc.

[0068] In addition, when a separate stand light is turned on for reading a book, IoT can be applied so that when all the books set through the target setting unit (120) are read, the stand light is turned off, the blackout curtains automatically move to cover the window so that you can sleep well, and the devices automatically operate while communicating with each other in real time so that a diffuser that helps you sleep is sprayed.

[0069] Fig. 5 illustrates a perspective view of a book storage lighting device according to another modified example of one embodiment of the present invention. As illustrated in Fig. 5, a book storage lighting device (10) according to another modified example of one embodiment of the present invention is further formed with a scanning unit (180) for scanning a QR code or barcode.

[0070] A QR code or barcode is formed on the cover of a book or printed on a plastic plate or hardboard of a certain thickness. When the QR code or barcode is scanned by the scanning unit (180), the contents of the book corresponding to the code are audibly output from the speaker unit (150). In other words, it can function as an audiobook.

[0071] After scanning a QR code or barcode on the scanning unit (180), the book can be inserted into the storage unit (110), and the number of times the QR code or barcode is scanned on the scanning unit (180) can be counted to determine whether the set reading amount has been achieved using the target setting unit (120). At this time, the scanning unit (180) can be replaced by a camera formed integrally with a smart device that wirelessly communicates with the book storage lighting device (10), and the audiobook can be in the form of a plastic plate or hardboard of a predetermined thickness.

[0072] When the contents of the book are output audibly from the speaker section (150), the language of the audiobook can be changed to a foreign language through a smart device, and the voice of the voice actor, speaking speed, etc. can also be changed.

[0073] Fig. 6 illustrates a perspective view of a book storage lighting device according to another modified example of one embodiment of the present invention. The book storage lighting device (20) according to Fig. 6 is formed in the form of a bookshelf rather than a form in which the upper surface of the housing described above is open to hold books, and includes a housing (200) formed with an open front, a storage section (210) formed inside the housing and in which books are stored, a button-shaped target setting section (220) installed on the outer surface of the housing (200), a speaker section (250) for audibly outputting a lullaby or goodnight greeting, and a lighting section (230) installed embedded in the housing (200) or installed on the housing (200).

[0074] In addition, it is formed by including a book detection sensor (240) that detects books stored in the storage unit (210) and a control unit (260) that controls the operation of the target setting unit (220), the lighting unit (230), and the speaker unit (250) according to the number of books detected by the book detection sensor (240).

[0075] The technical concepts of the present invention should not be interpreted solely based on the above-described embodiments. The scope of application is diverse, and various modifications and variations are possible within the scope of those skilled in the art without departing from the spirit of the invention as claimed in the claims. Therefore, such improvements and modifications, as long as they are obvious to those skilled in the art, fall within the scope of protection of the present invention.

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[0077] [Explanation of symbols]

[0078] 10, 20 Book Storage Lighting Unit

[0079] 100, 200 housing

[0080] 110, 210 storage compartment

[0081] 120, 220 Goal Setting Department

[0082] 130, 230 lighting department

[0083] 140, 240 book detection sensor

[0084] 150, 250 speaker section

[0085] 160, 260 control unit

[0086] 170, 270 Communications Department

[0087] 180, 280 scan section

Claims

1. A three-dimensional housing in which an internal space is formed; A storage section formed inside the above housing and in which books are stored; At least one target setting section formed on the outer surface of the housing and for setting a target reading amount by user operation; A lighting unit installed in the above housing and emitting light; and A control unit that controls the operation of the target setting unit and the lighting unit; A book storage lighting device characterized by including:

2. In paragraph 1, The above book storage lighting device is, A book storage lighting device characterized by further comprising a book detection sensor installed in the storage unit and detecting that a book is stored in the storage unit.

3. In paragraph 2, The above goal setting section, A book storage lighting device characterized in that a predetermined action is performed each time the book detection sensor detects a book stored in the storage unit.

4. In paragraph 2, The above book detection sensor, A book storage lighting device characterized in that at least one of a hall sensor, a pressure sensor, a weight sensor, and a distance sensor is selected and applied.

5. In paragraph 2, The above book storage lighting device is, A book storage lighting device characterized in that it further includes a speaker unit installed in the housing and audibly outputting sound.

6. In paragraph 5, The above book storage lighting device is, A book storage lighting device further comprising a communication unit electrically connected to a smart device and communicating wirelessly.

7. In paragraph 6, The above smart device, It is a smartphone or tablet PC, and an application for controlling the operation of the above-mentioned book storage lighting device is installed or a URL address is entered to enable access to the server. A book storage lighting device characterized in that a signal for controlling the operation of the lighting unit, the target setting unit, and the speaker unit is input.

8. In paragraph 6, The above book storage device, It further includes a scanning unit for scanning a code including a QR code or barcode printed on the cover of a book or a plate of a certain thickness; A book storage lighting device characterized in that the contents of a book corresponding to the above code are audibly output through the speaker unit.

9. In paragraph 8, The above code is, A book storage lighting device characterized in that it is scanned by a camera formed integrally with the above smart device.

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