KR100363838B1 - apartment control system utilizing internet - Google Patents

Abstract

The present invention relates to an apartment management system using the Internet, comprising a one-chip microcomputer to measure the physical quantity used in each home and to detect and output abnormal signals, data management program for managing the data of each meter is installed It consists of a management server connected to the Internet through a meter and a dedicated line, and between the meter and the management server in each house and includes a terminal repeater for relaying data for each unit of home. It can check whether there is a failure of each device at a remote location, and can automatically read the meter, and the conventional meter reader visits each household one by one to save time, effort, and cost. In addition to preventing errors, it also checks the metered usage. It can automatically charge the fee for the use of the mobile phone, which can shorten the process of charging the bill. Help me know

Description

Apartment control system utilizing the internet {apartment control system utilizing internet}

The present invention relates to an apartment management system using the Internet, and more particularly, to an apartment management system using the Internet that enables remote management of meters and other devices such as water meters in each home through the Internet.

In the case of using a meter such as a water meter or a gas meter installed in each home, a user without expert knowledge manages it in a form in which a meter reader visits each home and reads it and inputs it into a computer to issue a fee. Was done. As a result, management of water meters and gas meters was poorly performed, and much effort and time were required due to meter reading and billing.

It is an object of the present invention to not only charge a fee by intensively managing and metering a meter such as a water meter and a gas meter in each home at a remote location, but also to control and monitor various devices in the home at a remote location. To provide an apartment management system using.

1 is a conceptual diagram of an apartment management system using the Internet according to the present invention,

2 is a block diagram illustrating a connection state between a terminal repeater and another device of FIG. 1;

3 is a block diagram showing a connection state between the centralized repeater and the other device of FIG.

4 is a block diagram illustrating an example of the water meter of FIG. 2.

Explanation of symbols on the main parts of the drawings

100: water meter 110: tube

120: magnetic sensor 124: one-chip microcomputer

134: communication I / O circuit 136: communication transceiver

200: Apartment management system 210: Meter

212: hot water meter 213: gas meter

214: total calorimeter 215: red calorimeter

221: crime prevention sensor 222: fire detector

225: fingerprint sensor 230: terminal repeater

240: centralized repeater 250: management server

280: management company 283: remote Internet users

An object of the present invention is to provide a one-chip microcomputer to measure the physical quantity used in each home and to detect and output abnormal signals, a data management program for managing the data of each meter is installed and the Internet through the meter and a dedicated line It can be achieved by the apartment management system using the Internet, characterized in that it is installed in each home between the management server and the meter and the management server connected to each other and includes a terminal repeater for relaying data for each unit.

It is preferable to be configured between the management server and the terminal repeater and further comprising a centralized repeater for relaying data for each complex.

The terminal repeater is further connected to the water meter, hot water meter, gas meter, integrated calorimeter, power meter, and other fingerprint recognition sensors, security sensors, fire detectors, video interphones, control devices, and monitoring devices. The main water meter, the main hot water meter, the main calorimeter, CCTV and other control devices and various monitoring devices and fire zone indicators are further connected. The management server includes a communication program, a database storing data of a designated fingerprint, and a gas. Sensing program for detecting leakage, fingerprint detection, leakage, voltage drop, comparison judgment program for comparing fingerprint monitoring data with data stored in database, management program for managing read data, electric rice cooker, lamp Control program, monitoring program, alarm program, fingerprint or measurement It is further preferred that a configuration in which a data backup program is installed to place the back up site.

Hereinafter, exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings.

1 is a conceptual diagram of an apartment management system using the Internet according to the present invention, FIG. 2 is a block diagram showing a connection state between the terminal repeater and other devices, and FIG. 3 is a connection state between the centralized repeater and other devices. It is a block diagram.

As shown in FIGS. 1 to 3, the apartment management system 200 using the Internet according to the present invention includes a water meter 100, a hot water meter 212, a gas meter 213, an integrated calorimeter 214, and a power meter 215. A meter 210, such as) is provided. This meter 210 is for measuring the physical quantity used in each household, that is, the amount of water used, gas consumption, calories used, amount of hot water used, amount of power used, and the like.

As shown, in addition to the meter 210, a crime prevention sensor 221 for crime prevention, fire detection for fire detection 222, video intercom 223 for video communication, other heating temperature setting, light control, other electrical equipment A control device and a monitoring device 224 for controlling and monitoring, and a fingerprint recognition sensor 225 for fingerprint recognition may be further provided.

As shown in the figure, a terminal repeater 230 is installed in each home. The terminal repeater 230 is a signal from the water meter 100, hot water meter 212, gas meter 213, cumulative calorimeter 214 or other fire detector 222, etc. installed in each home from behind Through the centralized repeater 240 or LAN card to be described is transmitted to the management server 250 over the Internet through a dedicated line (high-speed communication network) or receives a signal from the management server 250 to the control device and the monitoring device 224 It is to be able to control the operation of the necessary device by remote control over the Internet. The terminal repeater 230 is composed of a one-chip microcomputer installed with a program capable of performing the above functions.

As shown, the apartment management system 200 using the Internet according to the present invention is provided with a centralized repeater 240. The centralized repeater 240 is not necessarily required when each home is connected to the Internet by a separate line network, but it is preferable to install the centralized repeater 240 in order to efficiently manage each apartment unit or apartment complex. In the case of using the centralized repeater 240, for example, data input and output to the 256 terminal repeater 230 can be processed. The centralized repeater 240 monitors only the main water meter 271, the main hot water meter 272, the main calorimeter 273, the CCTV 274, and the necessary area, which are installed in each apartment or building. Security and fire zone indicator (275), and control and monitoring device 276 for controlling or monitoring the operation of other common lights or other common electrical devices is connected.

It only transmits a signal applied from the main water meter 271 or the like to the management server 250 through the Internet through a dedicated line (ultra high speed communication network) or receives a signal from the management server 250 to control and monitor the device ( 276) or to the terminal repeater 230 to control the operation of the necessary device from the remote to the Internet. The centralized repeater 240 may use a one-chip microcomputer installed with a program capable of performing the above functions, and a higher capacity one may be used than the terminal repeater 230.

As shown in FIG. 1, the apartment management system 200 using the Internet according to the present invention includes a management server 250. The management server 250 is connected to the centralized repeater 240 or the terminal repeater 230 of each apartment via the Internet to receive and store the data measured by the meter 210, such as water meter 100, and also required In some cases, the data is periodically or irregularly sent to a computer of a management company 280 such as a water supply. The management server 250 is connected to the Internet through the interface 241, such as routers, LAN cards, etc. Here, the ROM 252, RAM 253, CPI 254, hard disk 255 is basically installed. Of course, various programs must be installed to perform the necessary functions. The management server 250, as well as the OS (256), a communication program for communication, 257, a leak in each remote home, the voltage drop of the meter 210 battery, gas leakage, fingerprint recognition, etc. 258, a database 262 for storing a designated fingerprint, a control program 259 for remotely controlling various devices, a monitoring program 260 for theft monitoring through CCTV 274, fingerprint monitoring A comparison judgment program 263 for comparing and judging data with data stored in the database 262, a meter reading data management program 261 for managing meter reading data, other alarm programs, and a backup program for backing up data should be installed. The management server 250 is connected to a peripheral device such as a printer 281, the monitor 284, and of course, the input means 282 for inputting the necessary data should be installed. Of course, the management server 250 is connected to the management company 280, such as a meter through the Internet network and sends the necessary data when requested. In addition, a remote user who has been away from home for long periods of time at home and abroad can check the status of his / her home with various data or video signals or control the operation of necessary devices through the Internet in a remote user computer 283 that can access a PC room or other Internet. Can be.

Of course, the management server 250 can be used to connect to other necessary various devices, of course.

4 is a block diagram illustrating an example of the water meter of FIG. 2.

4 shows the tube 110. The tubular body 110 is installed between the two pipes to connect the two pipes, and the inside of the water passage through which the passage can be made, of course. As shown in the tube 110, the impeller 112 is installed to be able to rotate in place. The impeller 112 is rotated according to the flow rate of the water passing through the tube body 110, the number of revolutions should be proportional to the flow rate.

Permanent magnets 114 are installed at the upper end of the impeller 112. The permanent magnet 114 is installed in the shape of a disk on the upper end of the impeller 112 is rotated together when the impeller 112 is rotated by the fluid.

As shown, the magnetic sensor 120 is installed outside the tubular body 110. The magnetic sensor 120 is installed at a position adjacent to the permanent magnet 114, for detecting the magnetic change caused by the rotation of the permanent magnet 114.

As shown, the flow rate detection circuit 122 is connected to the magnetic sensor 120. The flow rate detection circuit 122 is for calculating the flow rate according to the repetition number of magnetic changes detected by the magnetic sensor 120.

The one-chip microcomputer 124 is connected to the flow rate detection circuit 122. The one-chip microcomputer 124 reads, calculates and integrates the flow rate calculated by the flow rate detection circuit 122, stores it in a memory, and places it as necessary, for example, a display 126 connected to the one-chip microcomputer 124. It displays the accumulated flow rate by applying the data, controls the operation of other necessary equipment, and also sends and receives data when requested. In addition to the calculation and integration functions, the one-chip microcomputer 124 has functions of memory, instantaneous flow rate detection, leakage determination, maximum flow rate detection, and data transmission / reception. The display 126 displays accumulated accumulated flow rate, instantaneous flow rate, voltage drop warning, and other warnings so that the user can easily recognize the display. An LCD (liquid crystal display device) is suitable for this display 126.

As shown, the water meter 100 is provided with a power supply means consisting of a battery (128). The power supply means is for supplying power to the necessary portion, and this includes a lithium battery 128, a power voltage lower determination circuit 130, a communication power generation circuit 132, and the like.

As shown, a communication I / O circuit 134 is connected to the one chip microcomputer 124. This is to allow the one-chip microcomputer 124 to exchange data with the transceiver 136 for external communication. The communication power generation circuit 132 is connected to the communication transceiver 136. The communication transceiver 136 is intended to be connected to a management server for comprehensively managing each water meter through a network such as the Internet. The transceiver 136 is a part of directly transmitting and receiving data with the aforementioned terminal repeater 230. The power supply voltage deciding circuit 130 detects that the voltage of the battery 128 falls below a reference value and applies the same to the one-chip microcomputer 124 so as to display a voltage drop warning on the display 126.

In addition, a pulse output circuit 138 is connected to the one-chip microcomputer 124. The pulse output circuit 138 transmits a pulse signal to a receiver or other device 140 installed at a position far from the water meter 100. Although it is not necessary, it is preferable to provide it so that a flow volume etc. can be known from a remote location.

That is, when water flows into the tube 110, the impeller 112 is rotated, and thus the permanent magnet 114 installed at the top thereof is also rotated. Then, the magnetic sensor 120 installed outside the tubular body 110 detects the magnetic change caused by the rotation of the permanent magnet 114 and applies it to the flow rate detection circuit 122. The flow rate detection circuit 122 calculates the flow rate passing through the tube 110 based on the repetition degree of the magnetic change in the magnetic sensor 120 and the flow rate per rotation of the impeller 112 measured by the experiment. To the microcomputer 124. Then, the one-chip microcomputer 124 calculates and integrates the flow rate newly passed through the tube 110 to the existing accumulated flow rate by the self-stored program, stores it in its own storage means, and integrates it on the display 126. Display the flow rate. In addition, it performs instantaneous flow rate detection, leakage determination, maximum flow rate detection, and transmits data through a communication transceiver 136, a terminal repeater 230, and a centralized repeater 240 when there is a request from the outside such as the management server 250. Receives. In addition, the pulse output circuit 138 generates a pulse per unit liter of water or hot water passing through the tube to be sent to the receiver 140 to check the flow rate from a remote location.

In this manner, the management server 250 remotely located may be able to automatically measure the failure of the water meter of the hundreds to thousands of households at the remote site. It also sends data to water and gas companies for billing by automatic meter reading. Of course, the communication power generation circuit 132 generates and provides a power supply suitable for communication.

On the other hand, the current validity of the water meter is 6 years for hot water, otherwise 8 years, so the battery 128 should be used longer than its life. The battery 128 continuously supplies the necessary power to the one-chip microcomputer 124 and the like, and the power voltage deciding circuit 130 connected thereto monitors whether the power voltage falls below the reference value, and such a situation occurs. If so, an abnormal signal is applied to the one-chip microcomputer 124. Then, the one-chip microcomputer 124 generates an alarm signal to the outside through the communication I / O circuit 134 and the communication transceiver 136 or decreases the power voltage when there is a data request from an external management server 250 or the like. report. Accordingly, the manager promptly replaces the water meter 100. This also applies to the hot water meter 212.

In addition, it is possible to control the necessary equipment in the home from a remote location, and can also monitor the status of the home from a remote location through a fire detector 222, a method sensor 221.

That is, the water meter 100 and other devices can be managed at a remote location.

In addition, the integrated calorimeter 214 is described in detail in patent application 2000-15902 filed by the present applicant and filed on March 28, 2000. The gas meter 213 is disclosed on patent application No. 2000-16527 on March 30, 2000. It is published in detail. The rest of the devices can also be managed and controlled remotely by converting them into digital data and configuring them to send and receive data or pulse signals in the manner described above.

In addition, in the case of using a fingerprint sensor, the fingerprint of each individual may be stored in a database of the management server in advance, and configured to open a door when the fingerprint sensor recognizes the fingerprint.

As can be seen from the above description, in case of using the apartment management system according to the present invention, it is possible to centrally manage the devices in each home, check the failure of each device at a remote location, and automatically read the meter. Each family visit can save time, effort and money due to meter reading, and prevent unauthorized access to the reader.

In addition, it can automatically charge the usage fee by checking the metered usage, which can shorten the process according to the charge. On / off, it allows you to know whether outsiders are invading.

Claims (3)

A meter 210 for reading the usage amount of the water meter 100, the hot water meter 212, the gas meter 213, the integrated calorimeter 214, and the electricity meter 215 installed in each household; Control / monitoring means 224 for controlling and monitoring the fingerprint recognition sensor 225, the security sensor 221, the fire detector 222, the image interphone 223, and other electric devices; A terminal repeater 230 which maintains data input from the meter 210 and the control / monitoring means 224, and has a one-chip microcomputer in which a program for transmitting and receiving data is embedded; Metering data management program and communication program (261,257) for transmitting the data read by the meter 210 of the terminal repeater 230 to the management company 280 and monitoring / control program of the operation status of fire, crime prevention, electrical equipment A management server 250 including an OS for driving 258, 260; The meter reading data management program 261 of the management server 250 is connected to the management company 280, characterized in that it includes a printer 281 for outputting data for charging a fee according to the amount used in each home Apartment management system using the Internet. According to claim 1, It is installed between the terminal repeater 230 and the management server 250, connected to each home of the assembly building, such as an apartment to give the identification code to the meter reading or control / monitoring data in each home Control / monitor the operation of the main water meters (271), hot water meters (272), calorimeters (273), terminal repeaters (230), crime prevention and fire zone indicators (275), and other common electrical devices for the apartments Apartment management system using the Internet, characterized in that it further comprises a centralized repeater 240 having a one-chip microcomputer to control the control and monitoring means (276). delete