WO2022220764A1

WO2022220764A1 - Waitstaff calling system with charging unit

Info

Publication number: WO2022220764A1
Application number: PCT/TR2021/051489
Authority: WO
Inventors: Süleyman ÖZTÜRK; Sabri ÖZTÜRK
Original assignee: Moza Teknoloji̇ Sanayi̇ Ve Ti̇caret Anoni̇m Şi̇rketi̇
Priority date: 2021-04-13
Filing date: 2021-12-24
Publication date: 2022-10-20
Also published as: TR202106491A2

Abstract

This invention relates to the waitstaff calling system with a charging unit, which enables to see which table is called in the cloud system, in places where service is provided such as cafeterias and restaurants, and its feature is; It consists of a desktop device (2) that takes the last color (2.3.2) by changing the first color (2.3.1) with the triggering movement (10) received from the accelerometer (2.1) and a charging unit (1) that charges the desktop devices (2).

Description

WAITSTAFF CALLING SYSTEM WITH CHARGING UNIT Technological Field:

This invention relates to a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit, which enables the service personnel/waitstaff to be called in service places such as cafeterias and restaurants, to see which table is called in the cloud system over the web.

Prior Art:

Customers in cafes, restaurants, and other public areas must make a sound or make a hand signal to notify a waitstaff. In crowded and noisy environments, this may not always be effective.

Electronic systems are now being utilized in cafes, restaurants, and other similar businesses to make the procedure of calling a waitstaff easier. These systems allow service procedures to be completed quickly by displaying lit visual warnings on an electronic panel that is visible to the waitstaff. A lot of wiring was necessary between the tables and the electronic board in the original systems, but currently, components that can connect wirelessly have been developed.

In the patent application numbered US7369039, the waitstaff call light is described. This clamp-shaped light is clamped to the edge of the table top and used. By pressing the button on the invention, the light on it lights up and attracts the waitstaffs attention. In the application numbered TR201615005, an invention with the subject of "a warning lamp working with leds, used for customers to call the waitstaffs" is described. The invention relates to a warning lamp that indicates the status of customers in restaurants and enables any of the LEDs of different colors (customers) to be activated with an external button. The warning lamp, which is the subject of the invention, including the mechanical mechanism mounted in the center of the base, the part of the button to be clicked, of which the majority of its content is inside the shield, is passed through the hole at the top of the shield and the button system is positioned in a convenient way to be clicked from the outside, the yellow LEDs and the electrical connections of the button system are connected to the inside. It consists of a base that contains the button system in the center of the upper surface, holding the yellow LEDs on the circular ring on the upper surface, and holding the clamps at the corners to hold the protrusions at the ends of the shield.

The application US2015193844A1 entitled “Alerting Servers Using Vibration Signals” has been found. The application numbered US2017109843A1 entitled “System and Method for Mobile Assisted Digital Waitstaff” was found.

"Wireless controllable mobile device charging and waitstaff calling system" is explained in the patent application numbered TR202002728. The invention relates to a wireless controllable mobile device charging and waitstaff calling system, which is used for customers to charge their phones with wireless and cloud system using the internet of things technology in places where food or beverage is served, such as cafes or restaurants, and to call the service personnel. In the current system, there are many systems that work wirelessly. In the patent application number W02018142107, an invention for monitoring the activity in an accommodation facility is described. This system, which includes many tables, includes a sensor unit positioned on a table.

In the patent application numbered US2015193844, a system that warns the servers using vibration signals is described. In the patent application numbered US2017109843, mobile assisted, digital waitstaffcalling system is described.

Description of the Invention: This invention is a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit, featuring the typically constitutes: It is a waitstaff call with an accelerometer sensor. The invention's goal is to summon waitstaff as quickly as possible in cafes and restaurants. Furthermore, it is to improve the satisfaction of the clients who use the operator's system.

With the invention, the position of the desktop device is measured using the 6D feature of the accelerometer. Thus, when the desktop device is turned upside down, it can call the waitstaff via RF. The invention, which is referred to as a table in the cloud system, may also be accessed on the internet. This makes it easier for business owners who want to control their business remotely. At the same time, it can instantly monitor the occupancy rates in more than one business. The invention is intended to be used as a decorative item. It creates an appealing ambiance in restaurants and cafes thanks to its LED structure, which may be made up of various colors. Businesses who wish to make a difference like it because of this. It is simple to assemble due to the ease with which the parts that make up the invention may be fixed, and it is inexpensive due to the short assembly time. Explanation of Figures:

The invention will be explained by referring to the accompanying drawings in order to fully understand and appreciate its characteristics, although the invention is not intended to be limited to these specific embodiments. On the contrary, it is intended to cover all alternatives, modifications and equivalents of the invention that may be included within the scope of the invention as defined by the appended claims. It is to be understood that the details shown are for illustrative purposes only and are intended to provide the most useful and easy to understand description of both the embodiment of the methods and the conventions and conceptual features of the invention. In these drawings;

Figure 1 is the perspective view of the waitstaff calling system with charging unit. Figure 2 is the closed view of the waitstaff calling system with charging unit. Figure 3 is the open view of the waitstaff calling system with charging unit. Figure 4 is the picture showing the structure of the side panel. Figure 5 is the image showing the charging of the desktop device. Figure 6 is a different image showing charging the desktop device. Figure 7 is the perspective view of the accelerometer. Figure 8 is an inverted perspective view of the accelerometer. Figure 9 is the image showing the usage of the desktop device. Figure 10 is a different image showing the use of the desktop device. Figure 11 is the picture showing the structure of the desktop device. Figure 12 is the picture showing the operation of the waitstaff calling system with charging unit.

Figures that will help to understand this invention are numbered as indicated in the attached picture and are given below with their names. Disclosure of References:

1. Charging Unit

1.1. Side panel

1.1.1. Advertisement image

1.1.2. Mirror

1.1.3. Led

1.2. Charging band

2. Desktop device

2.1. Accelerometer

2.2. charging surface

2.3. Lighting surface

2.3.1. First color

2.3.2. Last color

2.4. RF Module

3. Data package

4. Collector device

5. Cloud system 10. Trigger movement M. Table

Disclosure of the Invention:

The invention is a desktop device (2) that changes color with the triggering movement (10) it receives from the accelerometer (2.1) and simultaneously sends a data packet (3) by the RF module (2.4) it has, sent by the RF module (2.4). It consists of a collector device (4) that reads the information in the data packet (3) containing information about the desktop device (2) at 433 MHz, and a cloud system (5) in which the information contained in the collector device (4) is transferred over WI-FI (Figure-12). The invention includes a desktop device (2) that changes its first color (2.3.1) with the triggering movement (10) it receives from the accelerometer (2.1) and changes its final color (2.3.2) and a charging unit (1) that charges the desktop devices (2). (Figure-1, Figure-2).

The charging unit (1) contains two parallel side panels (1.1) and “+” and charging bands (1.2) that will charge the desktop devices (2) placed between the side panels (1.1) (Figure-5, Figure- 6). The side panels (1.1) have two mirrors (1.1.2) positioned parallel to each other and leds (1.1.3) positioned between the mirrors (1.1.2) to which the advertisement images (1.1.1) are pasted (Figure-4).

The desktop device (2) includes a lighting surface (2.3) on which the first color, preferably white (2.3.1) in sleep mode, and the last color, preferably red (2.3.2) are reflected by changing color with the trigger action (10) (Figure-11). There is an accelerometer (2.1) inside the desktop device (2), which detects the triggering movement (10) and enables the first color, preferably white (2.3.1) to change to the last color (2.3.2), preferably red, in sleep mode (Figure-7, Figure- 8). Furthermore, on the desktop device (2), the charging surfaces (2.2) and the ID of the device, which allow the battery to be charged by contacting the charging bands (1.2) on the charging unit (1), and the RF module (2.4) that sends the data packet (3) that contains information about the battery status.

Detailed Description of the Invention:

The invention includes a desktop device (2) that changes its first color (2.3.1) with the triggering movement (10) it receives from the accelerometer (2.1) and changes its final color (2.3.2) and a charging unit (1) that charges the desktop devices (2). (Figure-1, Figure-2).

The first structure forming the invention is the accelerometer (2.1) sensor. The axis of the desktop device (2) can be measured by means of the accelerometer (2.1). The waitstaff is called when the tabletop device (2) is turned for the first time. And the desktop device (2) becomes red color via leds. LEDs that give the first color (2.3.1) and the last color (2.3.2) with the movement of the accelerometer (2.1) are used. In sleep mode, the first color (2.3.1) of the desktop device (2) is preferably white. By turning the desktop device (2), the last color (2.3.2) turns red.

A cloud system (5) is available for the business to see which desk (M) is called. The desktop device (2) located on the top of the table (M) communicates with a collector device (4) with the RF module (2.4). The desktop device (2), which is red during the first dialing, communicates at 433 MHz via the collector device (4) and the RF module (2.4).

There is a data packet (3) in the signal sent at 433 Mhz. In this data package, there is the ID of the device and the battery status of the desktop device (2) on the table (M). Desktop devices are powered by (2) li-ion batteries. The collecting device (4) transfers the desk (M) information it receives from the desktop device (2) to the cloud system (5) via wi-fi. Thus, the establishment sees which table (M) is calling and a waitstaff heads there. The waitstaff receives the customer's request and the desktop device (2) turns it over again. The tabletop device (2) was red after its first turn, and turns white with the waiter's turn. The desktop device (2) sends a message to the collector device (4) via the RF module (2.4) again and it is seen that the customer's order request is received in the cloud system (5). Which table (M) is called in the cloud system (5) can be seen on the web (Figure-9, Figure-10).

The battery that enables the desktop device (2) to work is charged by the charging unit (1). In accordance with this purpose, there are “+” and metal charging bands (1.2) on the charging unit (1) (Figure-5, Figure-6). The “+” and charging surfaces (2.2) on the desktop device (2) contact the “+” and metal charging bands (1.2) on the charging unit (1 ) to charge the battery. Two side panels (1.1) are formed on the charging unit (1) to be used for advertising and promotional purposes. The side panels (1.1) have two mirrors (1.1.2) positioned parallel to each other and leds (1.1.3) positioned between the mirrors (1.1.2) to which the advertisement images (1.1.1) are pasted (Figure-4). When these LEDs (1.1.3) are electrified, reflection occurs between the mirrors (1.1.2) and creates a pleasant image (Figure-3).

Claims

1- The invention relates to a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit, and its feature is; — a desktop device (2) that changes color with the triggering movement

(10) it receives from the accelerometer (2.1) and simultaneously sends a data packet (3) by its RF module (2.4), while changing color,

— A collector device (4) that reads the information in the data packet (3) sent by the RF module (2.4) and contains information about the desktop device (2), at 433 Mhz,

— the collecting device (4) consists of a cloud system (5) in which the information it contains is transferred over WI-FI.

2- The invention relates to a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit, and its feature is;

— a desktop device (2) that changes its first color (2.3.1) to its final color (2.3.2) with the trigger motion (10) received from the accelerometer (2.1), and

— consists of a charging unit (1) that charges desktop devices (2).

3- It's a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit that corresponds to Claim 1 or Claim 2, and it's characterized in that usage of leds that light the first color

(2.3.1) and last color (2.3.2) in accordance to the accelerometer's movement

(2.1 ).

4- It is a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit in accordance with Claim 1 or Claim 2, and it is characterized in that a charging unit (1) including "+" and charging bands (1.2) to charge desktop devices (2) located between two parallel side panels (1.1) and side panels (1.1).

5- It is a charging unit (1) in accordance with Claim 2 or Claim 3, and It is characterized in that having side panels (1.1) containing leds (1.1.3) positioned between two mirrors (1.1.2) positioned parallel to each other and mirrors (1.1.2) to which advertisement images (1.1.1) are pasted.

6- It is a desktop device (2) suitable for Claim 1 or Claim 2, and it is characterized in that containing a lighting surface (2.3) on which the first color

(2.3.1), preferably white, is reflected in sleep mode and the last color (2.3.2), preferably red, changes color with the trigger movement (10).

7- It is a desktop device (2) in accordance with Claim 1 or Claim 2, and It is characterized in that it contains an accelerometer (2.1) which detects the triggering motion (10) and transforms the first color preferably white (2.3.1) into the last color preferably red (2.3.2) in sleep mode.

8- It is a desktop device (2) in accordance with Claim 1 or Claim 2, and It is characterized in that it contains charging surfaces (2.2) that allow the battery to be charged by contacting the charging bands (1.2) on the charging unit (1 ).

9- It is a desktop device (2) in accordance with Claim 1 or Claim 2, and It is characterized in that the device contains an RF module (2.4) that sends a data packet (3) that contains information about the ID and battery status.

10- It is a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit in accordance with Claim 1 or Claim 2, and its feature is; It is characterized in that the desktop device (2)/accelerometer (2.1) is rotated 180 degrees and creates the triggering movement (10).

11- It is a waitstaff calling system with a charging unit in accordance with Claim 1 or Claim 2, and its feature is; It contains a desktop device (2) whose outer surface is colored by the triggering movement (10) it receives from the accelerometer (2.1 ).