An object for the construction of a spatial structure

Abstract

The present invention provides a system and method for construction of a spatial structure through the use of short-distance wireless communication means such as the infrared diode or pulse modulation. The system includes a plurality of objects, each object comprising multiple emitters and multiple receivers, each embedded near a surface of an object. Once a signal comprising information stored in multiple objects is received by the receiver of a particular object, a microprocessor is configured to derive the spatial relationship of these multiple objects relative to the particular object, and direct the information to be stored in its data storage means. A central processor receives information regarding the plurality of objects and derives a spatial structure formed by the plurality of objects. The present invention is useful in a variety of fields that require construction of a spatial structure. Example areas of applications are education, entertainment and productivity enhancement.

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technical field [0001] The present invention relates to systems and methods for constructing spatial structures through short-range wireless communication methods such as infrared diodes, pulse modulation, and radio frequency identification techniques. Background technique [0002] The use of toys or blocks as a form of educational play has long been known to be beneficial to children's development. In the late 17th century, the famous English philosopher John Locke himself suggested that "dice and toys with letters teach children the alphabet by entertainment" would turn learning to read into a more enjoyable experience. [0003] The developmental advantages of toy blocks have been studied extensively over the centuries, dating back to the Practical Education (1798) studies of Maria and R.L. Edgeworth, who noted that these toy blocks, consisting of "plays of reason," would help children understand Gravity and physics and spatial relationships, it will teach children how ma...

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Problems solved by technology

For example, traditional toy blocks can use one or more play parts that move, so that players (especially younger players) feel more "natural" and easier to interact with during their play or learning experience

On the other hand, traditional toys often lack the complex feedback that audio, video, or other forms of computer games can provide to the player

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