A cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin and a method to assemble the same
The cover plate assembly for elevator cabins addresses usability and aesthetic issues by using a system of cover plates, a locking unit, and adjustable LED lighting, enhancing ease of assembly, accessibility, and lighting customization.
Patent Information
- Application Number
- PCT/IB2025/054052
- Authority / Receiving Office
- WO · WO
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- Priority Date
- 2024-04-23
- Filing Date
- 2025-04-17
- Publication Date
- 2025-10-30
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Abstract
Description
[0001] A COVER PLATE ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELEVATOR CABIN AND A METHOD TO ASSEMBLE THE SAME
[0002] EARLIEST PRIORITY DATE:
[0003] This Application claims priority from a complete patent application filed in India having Patent Application No. 202441032165, filed on 23rd day of April 2024, and titled “A COVER PLATE ASSEMBLY FOR AN ELEVATOR CABIN AND A METHOD TO ASSEMBLE THE SAME”
[0004] FIELD OF INVENTION
[0005] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to elevators and more particularly to a cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin a method to assemble the same.
[0006] BACKGROUND
[0007] The development of elevators led by the need for the movement of heavy materials and lifting goods. They are an essential part of modem architecture, allowing for efficient vertical movement in tall buildings. The elevators provide easy transportation and are time-saving technology. Several types of elevators are available such as pneumatic elevator systems, vacuum elevator systems, and the like. Components of the elevators includes elevator cabin, control systems, door, and the like. For the elevators cabin light - visibility, safety, energy efficiency, aesthetic and ambience are important. Also, the cabin light should provide customization and personalization. Adding ambient light emitting diode (LED) lighting to a pneumatic vacuum elevator cabin is a great way to enhance its aesthetics and functionality. The ambient LED can be added many ways such as by installing the LED strips into the elevator cabin.
[0008] Currently, the cover plate assemblies or fitment systems of lighting systems for an elevator cabin are difficult to use and assemble. The current cover plate assemblies or fitment systems of lighting systems are not aesthetic. Also, the current cover plate assemblies or fitment systems of lighting systems are comparatively difficult to access. Further, the current cover plate assemblies does not have adjustable mode of the light colour while travelling and landing stage.
[0009] Hence, there is a need for a cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin a method to assemble the same to address the aforementioned issue(s).
[0010] OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION
[0011] An objective of the present invention is to provide a cover plate assembly of lighting systems that is easy to use or assemble.
[0012] Another objective of the present invention is to provide a cover plate assembly of lighting systems that is aesthetic.
[0013] Yet, an objective of the present invention is to provide a cover plate assembly of lighting systems which is comparatively easily accessible by the user as the lightning system is installed at each pillar side.
[0014] Further, an objective of the present invention is to display different modes and styles of lighting during travelling and landing stages.
[0015] BRIEF DESCRIPTION
[0016] In accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure a cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin of a pneumatic vacuum elevator is provided. The cover plate assembly includes a plurality of cover plates, a locking unit, and a cutout. The plurality of cover plates is positioned at a plurality of pillars of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The plurality of cover plates includes one or more first cover plates positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure wherein the one or more first cover plates is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet. The plurality of cover plates also includes a second cover plate positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure. The second cover plate is coupled with a second access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the second cover plate. Further, the plurality of cover plates includes a third cover plate positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure. The third cover plate is coupled with a third access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the third cover plate. The locking unit is connected with the plurality of coverplates. The locking unit is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The cutout is positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button and a stop button in the third cover plate and a light emitting diode strip plate of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively.
[0017] In accordance with another embodiment of the present disclosure a method for assembling a cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin of a pneumatic vacuum elevator is provided. The method includes providing, a plurality of cover plates positioned at a plurality of pillars of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The method also includes positioning, one or more first cover plates at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure, wherein the one or more first cover plates is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet. Further, the method includes providing, a second cover plate positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure, wherein the second cover plate is coupled with a second access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the second cover plate. Furthermore, the method includes positioning, a third cover plate at a button pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the third cover plate is coupled with a third access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the third cover plate. Furthermore, the method includes locking, by a locking unit, connected with the plurality of cover plates, the plurality of cover plates with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator. Furthermore, the method includes placing, placing a push button and a stop button in the third cover plate and a light emitting diode strip plate of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively in a cutout positioned at the button side pillar.
[0018] In accordance with yet another embodiment of the present disclosure, a pneumatic vacuum is provided. The elevator includes an external cylinder assembly includes an elevator cabin inserted therein. The external cylinder assembly includes a plurality of cylinders coupled using a base ring assembly and a band ring assembly. The external cylinder assembly includes a guide rail pillar mechanically coupled to the elevator cabin. The guide rail pillar is disposed at the external cylinder assembly. The guide rail pillar is configured to guide an actuation of the elevator cabin. The elevator also includes a polycarbonate sheet is configured to cover the external cylinder assembly. The polycarbonate sheet and the external cylinder assembly is coupled using a first locking device and a second locking device. The first locking device is configured to lock an air gap between the polycarbonate sheet, the base ring assembly, and the external cylinder assembly, and the second locking device is configured to lock the air gap between the polycarbonate sheet and the guide rail pillar. The elevator also includes a cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin of a pneumatic vacuum elevator is provided. The cover plate assembly includes a plurality of cover plates, a locking unit, and a cutout. The plurality of cover plates is positioned at a plurality of pillars of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The plurality of cover plates includes one or more first cover plates positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure wherein the one or more first cover plates is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet. The plurality of cover plates also includes a second cover plate positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure. The second cover plate is coupled with a second access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the second cover plate. Further, the plurality of cover plates includes a third cover plate positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure. The third cover plate is coupled with a third access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the third cover plate. The locking unit is connected with the plurality of cover plates. The locking unit is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The cutout is positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button and a stop button in the third cover plate and a light emitting diode strip plate of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively.
[0019] To further clarify the advantages and features of the present disclosure, a more particular description of the disclosure will follow by reference to specific embodiments thereof, which are illustrated in the appended figures. It is to be appreciated that these figures depict only typical embodiments of the disclosure and are therefore not to be considered limiting in scope. The disclosure will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the appended figures.
[0020] BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
[0021] The disclosure will be described and explained with additional specificity and detail with the accompanying figures in which:
[0022] FIG. la is schematic representation of a first cover plate of a cover plate assembly an elevator cabin door in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0023] FIG. lb is schematic representation of a second cover plate of the cover plate assembly the elevator cabin door in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; FIG. 1c is schematic representation of a third cover plate of the cover plate assembly the elevator cabin door in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0024] FIG. 2a is schematic representation of an exploded view of the first cover plate of FIG. la, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0025] FIG. 2b is schematic representation of an assembled view of the first cover plate of FIG. la, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0026] FIG. 3 is a schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of the cover plate assembly of FIG. la in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure;
[0027] FIG. 4 is a schematic representation of pneumatic vacuum elevator in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure; and
[0028] FIG. 5 is a flow chart representing the steps involved in a method for assembling the cover plate assembly of an elevator cabin in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure.
[0029] Further, those skilled in the art will appreciate that elements in the figures are illustrated for simplicity and may not have necessarily been drawn to scale. Furthermore, in terms of the construction of the device, one or more components of the device may have been represented in the figures by conventional symbols, and the figures may show only those specific details that are pertinent to understanding the embodiments of the present disclosure so as not to obscure the figures with details that will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art having the benefit of the description herein.
[0030] DETAILED DESCRIPTION
[0031] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of the disclosure, reference will now be made to the embodiment illustrated in the figures and specific language will be used to describe them. It will nevertheless be understood that no limitation of the scope of the disclosure is thereby intended. Such alterations and further modifications in the illustrated system, and such further applications of the principles of the disclosure as would normally occur to those skilled in the art are to be construed as being within the scope of the present disclosure.
[0032] The terms "comprises", "comprising", or any other variations thereof, are intended to cover a non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process or method that comprises a list of steps does not include only those steps but may include other steps not expressly listed or inherent to such a process or method. Similarly, one or more devices or sub-systems or elements or structures or components preceded by "comprises... a" does not, without more constraints, preclude the existence of other devices, sub-systems, elements, structures, components, additional devices, additional sub-systems, additional elements, additional structures or additional components. Appearances of the phrase "in an embodiment", "in another embodiment" and similar language throughout this specification may, but not necessarily do, all refer to the same embodiment.
[0033] Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by those skilled in the art to which this disclosure belongs. The system, methods, and examples provided herein are only illustrative and not intended to be limiting.
[0034] In the following specification and the claims, reference will be made to a number of terms, which shall be defined to have the following meanings. The singular forms “a”, “an”, and “the” include plural references unless the context clearly dictates otherwise.
[0035] Embodiments of the present disclosure relate to a cover plate assembly for an elevator cabin of a pneumatic vacuum elevator is provided. The cover plate assembly includes a plurality of cover plates, a locking unit, and a cutout. The plurality of cover plates is positioned at a plurality of pillars of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The plurality of cover plates includes one or more first cover plates positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure wherein the one or more first cover plates is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet. The plurality of cover plates also includes a second cover plate positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure. The second cover plate is coupled with a second access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the second cover plate. Further, the plurality of cover plates includes a third cover plate positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure. The third cover plate is coupled with a third access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the third cover plate. The locking unit is connected with the plurality of coverplates. The locking unit is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The cutout is positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button and a stop button in the third cover plate and a light emitting diode strip plate of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively.
[0036] FIG. la is schematic representation of a first cover plate of a cover plate assembly an elevator cabin door in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure, FIG. lb is schematic representation of a second cover plate of the a cover plate assembly the elevator cabin door in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure, and FIG. 1c is schematic representation of a first cover plate of the cover plate assembly the elevator cabin door in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The elevator cabin is of an elevator which may be a pneumatic vacuum elevator.
[0037] The cover plate assembly (100) of an elevator cabin (220) includes a plurality of cover plates (102), a locking unit (108), and a cutout (112). In one embodiment, the plurality of coverplates (102), is manufactured and fabricated by aluminium. In one embodiment, the body of the cabin structure is fabricated with aluminium material.
[0038] The plurality of cover plates (102) is positioned at a plurality of pillars (104) of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The plurality of cover plates (102) includes one or more first cover plates (102a), a second coverplate (102b), and a third cover plate (102c). The one or more first cover plates (102a) are positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure. The one or more first cover plates (102a) is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet (214). The second coverplate (102b) is positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure. The second cover plate (102b) is coupled with a second access guide (120) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the second cover plate (102b). The third cover plate (102c) positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure. The third cover plate (102c) is coupled with a third access guide (122) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the third cover plate (102c).
[0039] In one embodiment, the plurality of cover plates (102) are assembled with a clip locking mechanism to a body of the cabin structure. In another embodiment, the plurality of cover plates (102) are adapted to adjust a light colour mode and a display mode of the light emitting diode during moving and landing stages of the pneumatic vacuum elevator. In one embodiment, the plurality of cover plates (102) includes an outer curved surface (126) to provide an aesthetical view in the elevator cabin. In another embodiment, the plurality of cover plates (102) includes an inner surface (128) for fitment with the light emitting diode strip plates (110).
[0040] The locking unit (108) is connected with the plurality of cover plates (102). The locking unit (108) is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates (102) with a plurality of light emitting diode (LED) strip plates (110) located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates. The plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator. In one embodiment, the locking unit (108) is fixed with at least one of the rear pillar, the door pillar, and the button pillar. In one embodiment, the light emitting diode strip plates (110) and the plurality of curved plates comprises a gap (130) for reflecting the light through a curved surface of the light emitting diode strip plate (110).
[0041] The cutout (112) is positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button (114) and a stop button (116) in the third cover plate (102c) and a light emitting diode strip plate (110) ofthe plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively. In one embodiment, the push button (114) plays a critical role in the operation and control of elevators, providing passengers with a convenient and intuitive interface for requesting elevator service and ensuring a smooth and efficient transportation experience. In one embodiment, the stop button (116) enables the passenger to stop the moving elevator cabin in case of emergency.
[0042] FIG. 2a is schematic representation of an exploded view of the first cover plate of FIG. 1, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure and FIG. 2b is schematic representation of an assembled view of the first cover plate of FIG. la, in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In one embodiment, the locking fitment of cover plate is provided with LED strip plate.
[0043] FIG. 3 is a schematic representation of an exemplary embodiment of the cover plate assembly of FIG. 1 in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. In one embodiment, an elevator cabin section view is shown. In such an embodiment, two first cover plates (102a) are shown at rear side of cabin pillar. One second cover plate (102b) and one third cover plate (102c) is shown.
[0044] FIG. 4 is a schematic representation of a pneumatic vacuum elevator (300) in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The pneumatic vacuum elevator (200) includes an external cylinder assembly (210) including an elevator cabin (102) inserted therein. The external cylinder assembly (210) includes a plurality of cylinders coupled using a base ring assembly (11) and a band ring assembly (312). The pneumatic vacuum elevator (300) also includes a guide rail pillar (213) mechanically coupled to the elevator cabin (220). The guide rail pillar (213) is disposed at the external cylinder assembly (210). The guide rail pillar (213) is configured to guide an actuation of the elevator cabin (220).
[0045] Further, the pneumatic vacuum elevator includes a polycarbonate sheet (214) configured to cover the external cylinder assembly (210). The polycarbonate sheet (214) and the external cylinder assembly (210) is coupled using a first locking device and a second locking device. The first locking device is configured to lock an air gap between the polycarbonate sheet (214), the base ring assembly (211) and the external cylinder assembly (210) and the second locking device is configured to lock air gap between the polycarbonate sheet (214) and the guide rail pillar (213). Furthermore, the pneumatic vacuum elevator includes a cover plate assembly (100) for an elevator cabin (220) of a pneumatic vacuum elevator (200). The cover plate includes a plurality of cover plates (102) positioned at a plurality of pillars (104) of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator. The plurality of cover plates (102) includes one or more first cover plates (102a) positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure wherein the one or more first cover plates (102a) is coupled with a corresponding first access guide (118) for placing a polycarbonate sheet (214). The plurality of cover plates (102) also includes a second cover plate (102b) positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the second cover plate (102b) is coupled with a second access guide (120) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the second cover plate (102b). Further, the plurality of cover plates (102) includes a third cover plate (102c) positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure. The third cover plate (102c) is coupled with a third access guide (122, shown in FIG. 1c) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the third cover plate (102c).
[0046] The coverplate assembly (100) also includes a locking unit (108) connected with the plurality of cover plates (102). The locking unit (108) is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates (102) with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator.
[0047] Further, the cover plate assembly (100) includes a cutout (112) positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button (114) and a stop button (116) in the third cover plate (102c) and a light emitting diode strip plate (110) of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively.
[0048] Moreover, the pneumatic vacuum elevator includes a seal assembly (215) adapted to fit over a top portion of the elevator cabin (220). The seal assembly (215) is configured to seal the elevator cabin (220) to reduce vibrations during upward and downward movement of the elevator cabin (220). The seal assembly (215) comprises a depressurizing system configured to prevent the elevator cabin from coming into force contact with the external cylinder assembly during upward movement and contribute to safety of an elevator operation.
[0049] Moreover, the pneumatic vacuum elevator includes an electronic control unit (225) located on top of the external cylinder assembly (210).
[0050] FIG. 5 is a flow chart representing the steps involved in a method (300) for assembling the cover plate assembly of the elevator cabin door of an elevator cabin in accordance with an embodiment of the present disclosure. The method (300) includes fabricating, the body of the cabin structure with aluminium material.
[0051] The method (300) includes providing, a plurality of cover plates positioned at a plurality of pillars of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator in step (302). The method (300) includes providing, an inner surface for fitment with the light emitting diode strip plates. The method (300) includes providing, an outer curved surface to provide an aesthetical view in the elevator cabin. The method (300) includes assembling, the plurality of cover plates with a clip locking mechanism to a body of the cabin structure. The method (300) also includes positioning, one or more first cover plates at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure, wherein the one or more first cover plates is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet in step (304).
[0052] Further, the method (300) includes providing, a second coverplate positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure, wherein the second cover plate is coupled with a second access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the second cover plate in step (306).
[0053] Furthermore, the method (300) includes positioning, a third cover plate at a button pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the third cover plate is coupled with a third access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the third cover plate in step (308).
[0054] Furthermore, the method (300) includes locking, by a locking unit, connected with the plurality of cover plates, the plurality of cover plates with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator in step (310). The method (300) includes fixing, the locking unit with at least one of the rear pillar, the door pillar, and the button pillar. The method (300) also includes adjusting, a light colour mode and a display mode of the light emitting diode during moving and landing stages of the pneumatic vacuum elevator.
[0055] Furthermore, the method (300) includes placing, placing a push button and a stop button in the third cover plate and a light emitting diode strip plate of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively in a cutout positioned at the button side pillar in step (312). The method (300) includes reflecting, by a gap, the light through a curved surface of the light emitting diode strip plate.
[0056] Various embodiments of the present disclosure provide a cover plate assembly which is easy to use or assemble. The cover plate assembly disclosed in the present disclosure is aesthetic. The cover plate assembly of lighting systems disclosed in the present disclosure is easy to access. The cover plate assembly of lighting systems disclosed in the present disclosure provides improved visibility. The cover plate assembly of lighting systems of the present disclosure is safe. The cover plate assembly of lighting systems of the present invention provides customization and personalization.
[0057] Furthermore, there is no intention to be bound by any expressed or implied theory presented in the preceding technical field, background, brief summary or the detailed description. It is also to be understood that the specific devices and processes illustrated in the attached drawings, and described in the specification, are simply exemplary embodiments of the inventive concepts defined in the appended claims. Hence, specific dimensions and other physical characteristics relating to the embodiments disclosed herein are not to be considered as limiting, unless the claims expressly state otherwise.
[0058] While specific language has been used to describe the disclosure, any limitations arising on account of the same are not intended. As would be apparent to a person skilled in the art, various working modifications may be made to the method (250) in order to implement the inventive concept as taught herein.
[0059] The figures and the foregoing description give examples of embodiments. Those skilled in the art will appreciate that one or more of the described elements may well be combined into a single functional element. Alternatively, certain elements may be split into multiple functional elements. Elements from one embodiment may be added to another embodiment. For example, the order of processes described herein may be changed and are not limited to the manner described herein. Moreover, the actions of any flow diagram need not be implemented in the order shown; nor do all of the acts need to be necessarily performed. Also, those acts that are not dependent on other acts may be performed in parallel with the other acts. The scope of embodiments is by no means limited by these specific examples.
Claims
I CLAIM:
1. A cover plate assembly ( 100) for an elevator cabin (220) of a pneumatic vacuum elevator (200) comprising: a plurality of cover plates (102) positioned at a plurality of pillars (104) of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator, wherein the plurality of cover plates (102) comprises: at least two first cover plates (102a) positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure wherein the one or more first cover plates (102a) is coupled with a corresponding first access guide (118) for placing a polycarbonate sheet (214); a second cover plate (102b) positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the second cover plate (102b) is coupled with a second access guide (120) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the second cover plate (102b); and a third cover plate (102c) positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the third cover plate (102c) is coupled with a third access guide (122) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the third cover plate (102c); a locking unit (108) connected with the plurality of cover plates (102), wherein the locking unit (108) is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates (102) with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator; and a cutout (112) positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button (114) and a stop button (116) in the third cover plate (102c) and alight emitting diode strip plate (110) of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively.
2. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of cover plates (102) are assembled with a clip locking mechanism to a body of the cabin structure.
3. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of cover plates (102) are adapted to adjust a light colour mode and a display mode of the light emitting diode during moving and landing stages of the pneumatic vacuum elevator.
4. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the body of the cabin structure is fabricated with aluminium material.
5. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the locking unit (108) is fixed with at least one of the rear pillar, the door pillar, and the button pillar.
6. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of cover plates (102) comprises an outer curved surface (126) to provide an aesthetical view in the elevator cabin.
7. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the plurality of cover plates (102) comprises an inner surface (128) for fitment with the light emitting diode strip plates (110).
8. The cover plate assembly (100) as claimed in claim 1, wherein the light emitting diode strip plates (110) and the plurality of curved plates comprises a gap (130) for reflecting the light through a curved surface of the light emitting diode strip plate (110).
9. A method (300) comprising:providing, a plurality of cover plates positioned at a plurality of pillars of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator; (302) positioning, one or more first cover plates at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure, wherein the one or more first cover plates is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet; (304) providing, a second cover plate positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure, wherein the second cover plate is coupled with a second access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the second cover plate; (306) positioning, a third cover plate at a button pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the third cover plate is coupled with a third access guide for placing the polycarbonate sheet at one end of the third cover plate; (308) locking, by a locking unit, connected with the plurality of cover plates, the plurality of cover plates with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator; (310) and placing, placing a push button and a stop button in the third cover plate and a light emitting diode strip plate of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively in a cutout positioned at the button side pillar. (312)10. A pneumatic vacuum elevator (200) comprising: an external cylinder assembly (210) comprising an elevator cabin(220) inserted therein, wherein the external cylinder assembly (210) comprises a plurality of cylinders coupled using abase ring assembly (211) and a band ring assembly (212); a guide rail pillar (213) mechanically coupled to the elevator cabin (220), wherein the guide rail pillar (213) is disposed at the external cylinderassembly (210), wherein the guide rail pillar (213) is configured to guide an actuation of the elevator cabin (220); a polycarbonate sheet (214) configured to cover the external cylinder assembly (210), wherein the polycarbonate sheet (214) and the external cylinder assembly (210) is coupled using a first locking device and a second locking device, wherein the first locking device is configured to lock an air gap between the polycarbonate sheet (214), the base ring assembly (211) and the external cylinder assembly (210) and the second locking device is configured to lock air gap between the polycarbonate sheet (214) and the guide rail pillar (213); a cover plate assembly (100) for an elevator cabin (220) of a pneumatic vacuum elevator (200) comprising: a plurality of cover plates (102) positioned at a plurality of pillars (104) of a cabin structure in the pneumatic vacuum elevator, wherein the plurality of cover plates (102) comprises: one or more first cover plates (102a) positioned at one or more rear pillar sides of the cabin structure wherein the one or more first cover plates (102a) is coupled with a corresponding first access guide for placing a polycarbonate sheet (214); a second cover plate (102b) positioned at a door pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the second cover plate (102b) is coupled with a second access guide (120) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the second cover plate (102b); and a third cover plate (102c) positioned at a button pillar side of the cabin structure wherein the thirdcover plate (102c) is coupled with a third access guide (122) for placing the polycarbonate sheet (214) at one end of the third cover plate (102c); a locking unit (108) connected with the plurality of cover plates (102), wherein the locking unit (108) is adapted to lock the plurality of cover plates (102) with a plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) located at rear side of the plurality of cover plates, wherein the plurality of light emitting diode strip plates (110) are curved to reflect brightness of the cabin structure inside the pneumatic vacuum elevator; and a cutout (112) positioned at the button side pillar for placing a push button (114) and a stop button (116) in the third cover plate (102c) and a light emitting diode strip plate (110) of the plurality of light emitting diode plates, respectively; a seal assembly (215) adapted to fit over a top portion of the elevator cabin (220), wherein the seal assembly (215) is configured to seal the elevator cabin (220) to reduce vibrations during upward and downward movement of the elevator cabin (220), wherein the seal assembly (215) comprises a depressurizing system configured to prevent the elevator cabin from coming into force contact with the external cylinder assembly during upward movement and contribute to safety of an elevator operation; and an electronic control unit (225) located on top of the external cylinder assembly (210).
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