A page switch and a multimedia book and reading method thereof

Abstract

The present application relates to a kind of book page switch and its multimedia book and reading method.The book page switch includes first hinged part, second hinged part and hinge shaft;First hinged part is provided with first conductive contact near one end of hinge shaft;Second hinged part is provided with second conductive contact near one end of hinge shaft;First hinged part is rotated relative to second hinged part by a set angle, so that first conductive contact and second conductive contact contact, and first hinged part and second hinged part are conducted.In the adjacent book pages of book, book page switch is arranged, so that adjacent book pages open corresponding angle after, and the signal is sent to central processing unit;Central processing unit detects corresponding page number according to signal, then extracts corresponding playing file in storage module and plays in sound output module.The product is read as soon as it is turned, and the content of corresponding book page will be read out by sound output module when any page is opened, which is strong in operability, simple and easy to use, and suitable for younger infants.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to children's books, and more specifically to a page switch, a multimedia book, and a reading method thereof. Background Technology

[0002] Many existing books for infants and toddlers are in traditional book format. Due to the limited intelligence of infants and toddlers, they have difficulty turning pages or recognizing traditional books and need adult assistance to achieve the desired reading effect. Furthermore, existing audiobooks require infants and toddlers to press buttons or click on a reading pen to produce sound. Since infants and toddlers have very limited ability to operate electronic products, their applicability is limited, affecting the overall user experience. Summary of the Invention

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to overcome the shortcomings of the prior art and provide a page switch, a multimedia book, and a reading method thereof.

[0004] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0005] A book-page switch includes a first hinge portion, a second hinge portion, and a hinge shaft; the first hinge portion has a first conductive contact at one end near the hinge shaft; the second hinge portion has a second conductive contact at one end near the hinge shaft; the first hinge portion rotates relative to the second hinge portion by a set angle so that the first conductive contact contacts the second conductive contact, and the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion are connected.

[0006] The further technical solution is as follows: the hinge shaft is provided with an insulating part so that the first conductive contact can rotate at a set angle to contact the second conductive contact;

[0007] or,

[0008] The hinge shaft is a conductor; the first conductive contact is connected to the hinge shaft; the second hinge part is connected to an insulator, and the insulator is connected to the hinge shaft; the second hinge part rotates at a set angle, and the insulator moves away from the hinge shaft, so that the second conductive contact is connected to the hinge shaft or the first conductive contact.

[0009] A further technical solution is as follows: a resistor and / or a resistor auxiliary circuit is provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion; or,

[0010] A capacitor and / or capacitor auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion; or

[0011] An inductor and / or an inductor auxiliary circuit is provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion; or

[0012] An encoding chip and / or encoding auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion.

[0013] A multimedia book includes a book body, a central processing unit, a sound output module, and several page switches as described above; the page switches are disposed between adjacent pages of the book body and are electrically connected to the central processing unit; the sound output module is electrically connected to the central processing unit.

[0014] The further technical solution includes a storage module, which is electrically connected to the central processing unit and is used to store playback files.

[0015] The further technical solution includes a header page for matching the book body; the header page and the book body are detachably connected, and the book body and the header page are provided with an interface for mutual electrical connection; the central processing unit and the sound output module are located on the header page.

[0016] The further technical solution is as follows: the first hinge part and the second hinge part of the page switch are both connection ends; the two connection ends of several page switches are connected in series or in parallel and then connected to the central processing unit.

[0017] The further technical solution is as follows: the first hinge part and the second hinge part of the page switch are both connection ends; one connection end of the page switch is connected to the central processing unit, and the other connection end is connected to the peripheral circuit.

[0018] Alternatively, both the first and second hinge parts of the page switch are connecting ends; both connecting ends of the page switch are connected to the central processing unit.

[0019] The further technical solution includes a button module and a power management module; both the button module and the power management module are electrically connected to the central processing unit.

[0020] The further technical solution is as follows: it also includes a book axis, and the book axis and the book page are rotatably connected; the first conductive contact is located on the book axis, and the first hinge part is part of the book axis; the book page is the second hinge part, and the second conductive contact is located on the end of the book page near the book axis.

[0021] A method for reading a multimedia book includes a page switch between adjacent pages of the book body, which is electrically connected to a central processing unit (CPU). The CPU detects changes in the electrical signal of the page switch; calculates the page number of the book body based on the current signal value; determines whether the page number is the cover page; if not, the CPU retrieves and plays the audio file corresponding to the page number from the storage module, and then the audio output module plays the audio file; if so, the CPU continues to detect changes in the electrical signal of the page switch.

[0022] The advantages of this invention compared to existing technologies are as follows: This invention incorporates a page switch between adjacent pages of a book, allowing the pages to open at a specific angle, and this signal is sent to the central processing unit. The central processing unit detects the corresponding page number based on the signal, then retrieves the corresponding playback file from the storage module and plays it through the sound output module. This invention provides an instant-read product; opening any page triggers the sound output module to read the content of that page. It is highly operable, simple to use, and suitable for young infants and toddlers.

[0023] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and specific embodiments. Attached Figure Description

[0024] Figure 1 This is a front view of a page switch according to the present invention;

[0025] Figure 2 This is a side view of a page switch according to the present invention;

[0026] Figure 3 This is a block diagram illustrating the resistive connection configuration of a page switch according to the present invention.

[0027] Figure 4 This is a block diagram of a capacitive connection configuration for a page switch according to the present invention.

[0028] Figure 5 This is a block diagram illustrating the inductive connection configuration of a page switch according to the present invention.

[0029] Figure 6 This is a block diagram showing the connection configuration of the encoding chip for a page switch according to the present invention.

[0030] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a multimedia book according to the present invention;

[0031] Figure 8 This is a circuit block diagram of a multimedia book according to the present invention;

[0032] Figure 9 This is a schematic diagram of the header page and book body structure of a multimedia book according to the present invention;

[0033] Figure 10 This is a block diagram of a multimedia book in which the two ends of the page switch are connected in parallel to the central processing unit.

[0034] Figure 11 This is a block diagram of a multimedia book's page switch, where one end is connected to an auxiliary measurement circuit and the other end is connected to an external circuit.

[0035] Figure 12 This is a block diagram of a multimedia book of the present invention, in which both ends are connected to a central processing unit.

[0036] Figure 13 This is a diagram showing the scroll structure of an embodiment of a multimedia book according to the present invention;

[0037] Figure 14 This is a structural diagram and a partial enlarged view of the scroll structure of another embodiment of a multimedia book according to the present invention;

[0038] Figure 15 This is a structural diagram of a multimedia book with a scroll frame according to the present invention;

[0039] Figure 16 This is a flowchart of a multimedia book reading method according to the present invention. Detailed Implementation

[0040] To better understand the technical content of the present invention, the technical solution of the present invention will be further introduced and explained below with reference to specific embodiments, but is not limited thereto.

[0041] like Figures 1 to 16 Drawings of an embodiment of the present invention.

[0042] A page switch 10, please refer to Figures 1 to 2 The device includes a first hinge portion 11, a second hinge portion 12, and a hinge shaft 13. The first hinge portion 11 has a first conductive contact 111 near one end of the hinge shaft 13. The second hinge portion 12 has a second conductive contact 121 near one end of the hinge shaft 13. The first hinge portion 11 rotates relative to the second hinge portion 12 by a predetermined angle, so that the first conductive contact 111 contacts the second conductive contact 121, thus establishing electrical connection between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12.

[0043] The electrical connection between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 refers to the connection between the conductors of the two parts; the insulating parts other than the two parts do not participate in the electrical connection.

[0044] Specifically, both the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 rotate around the hinge axis 13. When the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 are folded together, the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121 are not connected; when the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 are opened to a certain angle (e.g., 90°), the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121 are connected.

[0045] Alternatively, the hinge shaft 13 can be designed as a conductor. The first conductive contact 111 is connected to the hinge shaft 13, enabling them to conduct electricity. The second hinge portion 12 is connected to an insulator, which is also connected to the hinge shaft 13. The second conductive contact 121 is not connected to the hinge shaft 13. When the second hinge portion 12 rotates by a predetermined angle, the insulator moves away from the hinge shaft 13, allowing the second conductive contact 121 to contact either the hinge shaft 13 or the first conductive contact 111, thus enabling them to conduct electricity.

[0046] Preferably, the hinge shaft 13 is provided with an insulating portion 131 so that the first conductive contact 111 rotates to a predetermined angle to contact the second conductive contact 121. When the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 are folded together, the insulating portion 131 separates the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121, so that they are not conductive. When the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 are opened to a predetermined angle θ (e.g., 90°), the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121 come into contact and conduct.

[0047] In order to more accurately detect changes in the signal of the page opener 10, the following arrangement can be made between the first hinge 11 and the second hinge 12:

[0048] 1. Please refer to Figure 3 A resistor and / or a resistor auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12. A page switch 10 is provided between each adjacent page in the book, and the page number of the page switch 10 is sensed by detecting the change in current between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12.

[0049] 2. Please refer to Figure 4 A capacitor and / or capacitor auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12. A page switch 10 is provided between each adjacent page in the book, and the page number of the page switch 10 is sensed by detecting the voltage change between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12.

[0050] 3. Please refer to Figure 5 An inductor and / or an inductor-assisted circuit is provided between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12. A page switch 10 is provided between each adjacent page in the book, and the page number of the page switch 10 is sensed by detecting the voltage change between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12.

[0051] 4. Please refer to Figure 6 An encoding chip and / or encoding auxiliary circuit and encoding logic circuit are provided between the first hinge part 11 and the second hinge part 12. The encoding auxiliary circuit or encoding logic circuit senses the angle of relative rotation between the first hinge part 11 and the second hinge part 12 and converts it into an electrical signal to be transmitted to the central processing unit 22 to sense the page number of the page switch 10.

[0052] The resistors, capacitors, inductors, and encoding chips connected between the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 are all connected to the conductor portions of the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12.

[0053] A multimedia book, please refer to Figure 7 , 8The system includes a book body 21, a central processing unit 22, a sound output module 23, and several page switches 10 (including page switch n, page switch n-1, page switch n-2…3, 2, 1). The page switches 10 are located between adjacent pages of the book body 21 and are electrically connected to the central processing unit 22. The sound output module 23 is electrically connected to the central processing unit 22.

[0054] Specifically, the first hinge 11 is provided on one of the pages, and the second hinge 12 is provided on the adjacent page. When the two adjacent pages are turned, the first hinge 11 and the second hinge 12 rotate relative to each other, thereby connecting the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121.

[0055] More specifically, when the book page is closed, the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121 are not in contact, and the switch is in the closed state; when the book page is opened, the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121 make contact and conduct, and the switch is in the open state. The signal values ​​between adjacent pages are different, and these different signal values ​​correspond to different playback files stored in the central processing unit 22. The content of the playback file corresponds one-to-one with the content on the book page, so that turning to different page numbers plays the corresponding content. The content on the book page corresponds to the content of its corresponding playback file, so that turning to any page will play the corresponding content. If the cover or back cover is turned to, corresponding content is set to encourage turning to other pages.

[0056] After the central processing unit 22 collects the changing page signal value, it calculates the corresponding page number according to a certain formula and algorithm, and then processes the preset corresponding sound file according to the page number. This preset correspondence can be set in the chip of the central processing unit or stored in the chip of the storage module 24 in the form of a file.

[0057] The system also includes a storage module 24, which is electrically connected to the central processing unit 22 and is used to store playback files. During operation, after receiving a signal from the page switch 10, the central processing unit 22 retrieves the corresponding playback file from the storage module 24. The storage module 24 can be a popular memory card, such as a TF card or SD card, or a memory chip with an SPI interface or other interface methods. The storage module 24 can be directly integrated into the main page 28 or exist separately, and can be replaced according to user needs. Furthermore, the storage module 24 can also be a wireless storage module 24, where the wireless technology is not limited to Bluetooth, RF 2.4G and Wi-Fi, or 4G / 5G technologies.

[0058] This also includes a button module 25 and a power management module 26. Both the button module 25 and the power management module 26 are electrically connected to the central processing unit 22. The central processing unit 22 is mainly responsible for the unified processing and coordination of page logic value calculation, acquisition and playback of corresponding audio media files, button function processing, audio output management, power management, indicator lights, etc.

[0059] This system also includes a receiving module 32 and a communication module 33. The receiving module 32 can connect to other electronic devices wirelessly or via wired connection for data exchange, such as through USB. The communication module 33 primarily supports wireless communication, such as Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, 2.4G, and 5G. When the content on the storage module 24 needs updating, it can be processed through the receiving module 32 and the communication module 33. Simultaneously, the current page information can be sent to surrounding multimedia devices or smart devices via the communication module 33 to drive multimedia playback.

[0060] For preferred options, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 8 , 9 It also includes a header page 28, which is used to match the book body 21. The header page 28 and the book body 21 are detachably connected, and the book body 21 and the header page 28 have an interface for mutual electrical connection. The central processing unit 22, sound output module 23, storage module 24, button module 25, power management module 26, etc., are located on the header page 28, and the page switch 10 on the book body 21 is integrated into the interface. By installing the book body 21 onto the header page 28, the content on the book body 21 can be recognized. This allows a series of book bodies 21 to be matched with a single header page 28. The central processing unit 22 or the storage module 24 stores the content of various book bodies 21, reducing production costs for manufacturers and users, saving energy, and providing convenience.

[0061] If the header page 28 and the book body 21 are designed separately, then the receiving module 32 and the communication module 33 are located on the header page 28. When the book body 21 is updated or a new version is released, the receiving module 32 and the communication module 33 store the new content information on the storage module 24, so that the header page 28 can be matched with several book bodies 21, which can reduce costs for consumers and manufacturers.

[0062] Specifically, the interface of the book body 21 can be set at the spine or near the bottom cover of the spine, and the side of the header page 28 is provided with an interface that matches the interface.

[0063] Of course, in addition to the centralized interface connection method, the page switch 10 can also be directly connected to the contacts provided on the main page 28.

[0064] If the header page 28 is integrated with the book body, then the central processing unit 22, sound output module 23, storage module 24, button module 25, power management module 26, etc. are set on the cover or bottom cover of the book body 21, and each book will contain a complete and individually designed circuit.

[0065] To better connect the multiple page switches 10 to the central processing unit 22, the following method can be used:

[0066] 1. Please refer to Figure 10 The first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 of the page switch 10 are both connection ends; the two connection ends of several page switches 10 are connected in parallel to the central processing unit 22. Specifically, multiple page switches 10 are arranged in parallel or series, and the connection ends of the page switches 10 are all connected to the pins of the chip provided in the central processing unit 22. More specifically, the page switches 10 are connected to an auxiliary measurement circuit 29 to increase the accuracy of detection.

[0067] 2. Please refer to Figure 11 Both the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 of the page switch 10 are connection terminals. One connection terminal of the page switch 10 is connected to the central processing unit 22, and the other connection terminal is connected to the peripheral circuit 27. Specifically, one connection terminal of the page switch 10 is connected to a grounding circuit, a pull-up circuit, or an I / O pin of a chip in the central processing unit 22. The grounding circuit, pull-up circuit, etc., can be referred to as the peripheral circuit 27. The other connection terminal of the page switch 10 can be connected to a pin of a chip in the central processing unit 22 through an auxiliary measurement circuit 29.

[0068] 3. Please refer to Figure 12 Both the first hinge portion 11 and the second hinge portion 12 of the page switch 10 are connection terminals. Both connection terminals of the page switch 10 are connected to the central processing unit 22. Specifically, the two connection terminals of the page switch 10 are independently connected, directly connecting to the pins of the chip provided in the central processing unit 22. Furthermore, the connection of the page switch 10 adopts a chip pin I / O matrix combination mode, which can effectively reduce I / O overhead.

[0069] In other embodiments, please refer to Figures 13 to 15It also includes a book axis 31, which is hinged to several pages. A first conductive contact 111 is located on the book axis 31, and a second conductive contact 121 is located on the page. When the page is turned over at a certain angle, the first conductive contact 111 and the second conductive contact 121 become connected. In this embodiment, the hinge shaft 13 can be infinitely expanded to become the book axis 31, and the first hinge portion 11 is reduced to a part of the book axis 31, with the page serving as the second hinge portion 12. The first conductive contact 111 is embedded in the surface of the book axis 31, and the second conductive contact 121 is embedded in the root of the page. The first conductive contacts 111 of each switch can be combined into a large contact and located on the surface of the book axis 31. When the second conductive contact 121 on the page is turned over at a certain angle (i.e., the page is turned), the second conductive contact 121 becomes connected to the first conductive contact 111, and modules such as the central processing unit 22 and the sound output module 23 will operate accordingly.

[0070] For details, please refer to Figure 13 The first conductive contact 111 can be assembled into a conductor and arranged axially on the book axis 31. As long as the second conductive contact 121 on the book page is in contact with the first conductive contact 111, the book page switch 10 is in a conductive state.

[0071] For details, please refer to Figure 15 The first conductive contacts 111 can be spaced apart on the surface of the book axis 31 and are not connected to each other. They are spaced apart in both the axial and circumferential directions, so that when the book is turned, each page contacts the corresponding first conductive contact 111.

[0072] For a method of reading multimedia books, please refer to [link / reference]. Figure 16 A page switch 10 is provided between adjacent pages of the book body 21 and is electrically connected to the central processing unit 22. The following steps are implemented:

[0073] Step 1: The central processing unit 22 detects changes in the electrical signal of the page switch 10;

[0074] Step 2: Calculate the page number of book body 21 based on the current signal value;

[0075] Step 3: Determine if the page number is the cover page;

[0076] Step 4: If not, the central processing unit 22 retrieves and plays the sound file corresponding to the page number on the storage module 24, and the sound output module 23 plays the sound file; if yes, return to step 1.

[0077] Specifically, after the central processing unit 22 collects the changing page signal value, it calculates the corresponding page number according to a certain formula and algorithm, and then processes the preset corresponding sound file according to the page number. This preset correspondence can be set in the chip of the central processing unit or stored in the chip of the storage module 24 in the form of a file.

[0078] In summary, this invention incorporates a page switch between adjacent pages of a book, allowing them to open at a specific angle. This signal is then sent to the central processing unit. The central processing unit detects the corresponding page number based on the signal, retrieves the appropriate playback file from the storage module, and plays it through the sound output module. This invention provides an instant-read product; opening any page triggers the sound output module to read the corresponding content. It is highly operable, simple to use, and suitable for young infants and toddlers.

[0079] The above examples are merely illustrative of the technical content of the present invention to facilitate easier understanding by the reader, but do not imply that the implementation of the present invention is limited to these examples. Any technical extensions or re-creations made based on the present invention are protected by the present invention. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the claims.

Claims

1. A page switch, characterized in that, It includes a first hinge portion, a second hinge portion, and a hinge shaft; the first hinge portion has a first conductive contact at one end near the hinge shaft; the second hinge portion has a second conductive contact at one end near the hinge shaft; the first hinge portion rotates relative to the second hinge portion by a set angle so that the first conductive contact contacts the second conductive contact, and the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion are connected. The hinge shaft is a conductor; the first conductive contact is connected to the hinge shaft; the second hinge part is connected to an insulator, and the insulator is connected to the hinge shaft; the second hinge part rotates at a set angle, and the insulator moves away from the hinge shaft, so that the second conductive contact contacts the hinge shaft or the first conductive contact. A resistor and / or a resistor auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion; or, A capacitor and / or capacitor auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge part and the second hinge part; or, An inductor and / or an inductor auxiliary circuit is provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion; or, An encoding chip and / or encoding auxiliary circuit are provided between the first hinge portion and the second hinge portion.

2. A multimedia book, characterized in that, The device includes a book body, a central processing unit, a sound output module, and several page switches as described in claim 1; the page switches are located between adjacent pages of the book body and are electrically connected to the central processing unit; the sound output module is electrically connected to the central processing unit.

3. A multimedia book according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a storage module, which is electrically connected to the central processing unit and is used to store playback files; or / and, It also includes a button module and a power management module; both the button module and the power management module are electrically connected to the central processing unit.

4. A multimedia book according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a header page for matching the book body; the header page and the book body are detachably connected, and the book body and the header page are provided with an interface for mutual electrical connection; the central processing unit and the sound output module are located on the header page.

5. A multimedia book according to claim 2, characterized in that, The first hinge and the second hinge of the page switch are both connection ends; the two connection ends of several page switches are connected in series or in parallel and then connected to the central processing unit.

6. A multimedia book according to claim 2, characterized in that, Both the first hinge and the second hinge of the page switch are connection ends; one connection end of the page switch is connected to the central processing unit, and the other connection end is connected to the peripheral circuit. or, Both the first and second hinge parts of the page switch are connecting ends; both connecting ends of the page switch are connected to the central processing unit.

7. A multimedia book according to claim 2, characterized in that, It also includes a book axis, and the book axis and the book page are rotatably connected; the first conductive contact is located on the book axis, and the first hinge is part of the book axis; the book page is the second hinge, and the second conductive contact is located on the end of the book page near the book axis.

8. A method for reading a multimedia book as described in claim 3, characterized in that, The central processing unit detects changes in the electrical signal of the book page opening and closing; calculates the page number of the book body based on the current signal value; determines whether the page number is the cover page; if not, the central processing unit retrieves and plays the audio file of the corresponding page number from the storage module, and then the audio output module plays the audio file. If so, the central processing unit continues to monitor changes in the electrical signal of the page opening / closing mechanism.

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