Intelligent shared workstation system and management method

Abstract

The application discloses an intelligent shared workstation system and a management method thereof, an Internet of Things device, an Internet of Things gateway, and an edge control device. The Internet of Things device is connected to the Internet of Things gateway and is arranged in a non-Ethernet access device of a shared workstation. The Internet of Things gateway is connected to the edge control device. The edge control device is connected to an Ethernet and accesses an Ethernet access device of the shared workstation. An end-to-end VLAN channel is arranged between the edge control device and the Internet of Things gateway and the Ethernet access device of the shared workstation. The application has the advantages that the shared workstation is organically combined with intelligent devices by using the Internet of Things technology and fully utilizing the fiber-to-the-desktop communication technology. The requirements and preferences of different users are collected and memorized. When a user enters the shared workstation, the function space of the workstation, the height of the workstation, the illumination, the temperature, the computer and the network and the like can be automatically adjusted according to the historical preferences of the user, the differentiated requirements of the user of the shared workstation are met, and the user experience and the operation efficiency of the shared workstation are greatly improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of shared technology, and in particular to an intelligent shared workstation system and its management method. Background Technology

[0002] Passive Optical Network (PON) has become the mainstream technology in optical access networks in recent years. A PON system consists of an OLT (Optical Line Terminal), ONUs (Optical Network Units), and an ODN (Optical Distribution Network). The OLT, located at the central office, is the core component of the entire PON system. It provides a high-speed interface between the access network and the core / metropolitan area network, and a one-to-many PON interface to the passive optical fiber network, broadcasting data to each ONU. The ODN is a fiber optic distribution network composed of POS (Passive Optical Splitter) units, allowing the fiber optic transmission bandwidth of a single PON interface to be shared by multiple ONUs. The ONU, located at the user end, enables access to multiple services such as data and voice.

[0003] As an application mode of PON, Fiber to the Desktop (FTTD) uses optical fiber to extend the fiber optic cable to the user's terminal computer, replacing the traditional Category 5 cable. This allows the user terminal to access the network entirely through optical fiber, offering advantages such as ultra-high and stable communication bandwidth, ultra-long-distance transmission, strong resistance to electromagnetic interference, superior security, long service life, and easy upgrades. Based on FTTD technology, cloud desktops, also known as desktop virtualization or cloud computers, can be implemented. By virtualizing components such as CPU, memory, and hard drive on a cloud server to replace traditional computers, it achieves the same user experience as a physical computer and addresses the needs of mobile office work.

[0004] In cloud desktop application scenarios, shared workstations can be further developed. Shared workstations provide flexible workspaces for small companies, startups, freelancers, individual workers, and travelers who need to work while traveling. This can reduce business expenses, improve work efficiency, and users can adjust their workspace needs at any time, allowing for better planning of their workspace without wasting resources on unused office space. However, currently, shared workstations offer largely uniform functionality and do not fully consider the diverse needs of different users. Summary of the Invention

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an intelligent shared workstation system. Another purpose of this invention is to provide an intelligent shared workstation management method, which enables the shared workstation to be configured according to the user's needs and preferences, including the functional space, height, lighting, temperature, computer and network of the workstation, etc., providing an office space that conforms to the user's usage habits and planning, and significantly reducing the office costs for small companies, startups, freelancers, individual workers, and travelers who need to work while traveling.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention adopts the following technical solution:

[0007] The intelligent shared workstation system of the present invention includes IoT devices, IoT gateways, edge control devices, optical modems, and optical line terminals;

[0008] The IoT device is placed in the non-Ethernet access device of the shared workstation and connected to the IoT gateway to collect the status of the shared workstation office facilities and receive and execute instructions issued by the IoT gateway.

[0009] The IoT gateway is built into the optical modem and connects to the edge control device through the optical modem to transmit IoT data;

[0010] The optical modem is responsible for connecting to the Ethernet access device of the shared workstation;

[0011] The edge control device is built into the optical line terminal and connects to Ethernet through the optical line terminal to realize automatic discovery, authentication and data access of IoT sensing devices and Ethernet access devices.

[0012] An end-to-end VLAN channel is set up between the edge control device and the IoT gateway, IoT devices, and Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation.

[0013] Furthermore, the IoT gateway connects to the IoT devices in the non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation via wired or wireless communication.

[0014] Furthermore, the IoT gateway is used to encapsulate and convert the signals of the IoT device into Ethernet signals and upload them to the edge control device, and to issue instructions to the IoT device according to the needs of the edge control device to control the non-Ethernet access device.

[0015] Furthermore, the IoT gateway and the edge control device are each integrated into the optical modem and the optical line terminal via internal high-speed buses.

[0016] Furthermore, the edge control device can be connected to the user terminal to realize the management of shared workstations.

[0017] The present invention discloses an intelligent shared workstation management method, characterized in that it includes authentication and identification of IoT gateways, authentication and identification of IoT devices, authentication and identification of Ethernet access devices, and shared workstation usage management in the shared workstation;

[0018] The authentication and identification of the IoT gateway includes:

[0019] S1.1 After the IoT gateway is powered on for the first time and enters the network, it establishes a network connection with the edge control device;

[0020] S1.2, Initiate an authentication request to the edge control device;

[0021] S1.3 After obtaining the authentication success information, initiate a service identification number application to the edge control device;

[0022] S1.4 After obtaining the service identification number, initiate a management application to the edge control device, report the specifications and model of the IoT gateway, and establish a one-to-one association with the shared workstation;

[0023] The authentication and identification of the IoT device includes: after the IoT device is powered on and enters the network for the first time, it establishes a network connection with the IoT gateway; the IoT gateway initiates an authentication request to the edge control device on behalf of the IoT device and obtains the service identification number, reports the service type, model and service identification of the IoT device, and establishes the ownership relationship between the IoT device and the shared workstation;

[0024] The authentication and identification of the Ethernet access device includes: the Ethernet access device establishing a communication connection with the edge control device through the optical modem, initiating authentication to the edge control device, reporting the service type, model, IP address, and MAC address of the edge control device, and establishing a one-to-one association with the shared workstation.

[0025] The shared workstation usage management includes: the edge control device displays the status of the shared workstation to the user, and after obtaining the shared workstation's start request, if it determines that the user is using it for the first time, it obtains the user's needs and issues adjustment instructions to the Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation according to the user's needs, and collects feedback information; otherwise, it issues adjustment instructions to the Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation according to the user's usage characteristics and habits retained in the edge control device, and collects feedback information.

[0026] Furthermore, the edge control device issues a unique service identifier number to the IoT gateway port based on the association between the IoT device and the IoT gateway port, which serves as the unique service identifier number for the IoT device.

[0027] The advantage of this invention lies in its ability to organically combine shared workstations with smart devices through Internet of Things (IoT) technology and by fully utilizing fiber-to-the-desktop (FTTH) communication technology. It collects and remembers the needs and preferences of different users, and when a user enters a shared workstation, it can automatically adjust the workstation's functional space, height, lighting, temperature, computer, and network according to the user's historical preferences. This meets the differentiated needs of shared workstation users and significantly improves the user experience and operational efficiency of shared workstations. Attached Figure Description

[0028] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of an implementation method of the intelligent shared workstation system described in this invention.

[0029] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another embodiment of the intelligent shared workstation system described in this invention. Detailed Implementation

[0030] The technical solutions in the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below. Obviously, the described embodiments are only a part of the embodiments of the present invention, and not all of the embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those of ordinary skill in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0031] Example 1, such as Figure 1 As shown, the intelligent shared workstation system of this invention includes IoT devices, IoT gateways, and edge control devices; specifically, the IoT devices are placed in the non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstations. Each shared workstation is equipped with one IoT gateway. The IoT gateway connects to the IoT devices placed in the non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstations via wired / wireless network connections. The IoT gateway is connected to the edge control device, which is connected to Ethernet, enabling automatic discovery, authentication, and data access of IoT sensing devices; simultaneously, the edge control device is also connected to the Ethernet access devices of the shared workstations via Ethernet. An end-to-end VLAN channel is established between the edge control device, the IoT gateway, and the Ethernet access devices of the shared workstations to ensure secure isolation between various IoT services.

[0032] In the intelligent shared workstation system described in this invention, IoT devices can collect the status of shared workstation office facilities and receive and execute instructions issued by the IoT gateway. The IoT gateway is used to transmit IoT data. It collects signals collected by IoT devices and converts or encapsulates various protocols into standard Ethernet signals, which are then uploaded to the edge control device. Furthermore, it issues instructions to the IoT devices according to the needs of the edge control device to control the non-Ethernet access devices.

[0033] The non-Ethernet access devices described in this invention include tables, chairs, lighting fixtures, storage devices, etc., while the Ethernet access devices described in this invention include computers, WIFI, telephones, fax machines, printers, etc.

[0034] The edge control device in the intelligent shared workstation system of this invention provides user login and management functions. Users can log in to the edge control device through management terminals, mobile phones, web pages, mini-programs, APPs, and other channels to manage the shared workstations.

[0035] Example 2, as Figure 2 As shown, in another embodiment of the intelligent shared workstation system of the present invention, an optical modem and an optical line terminal are also included; the optical modem is responsible for accessing the Ethernet devices of the shared workstation and has a built-in IoT gateway; the optical line terminal has a built-in edge control device; the IoT gateway is connected to the optical line terminal through the uplink port of the optical modem, so as to realize the synchronous access of Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation to Ethernet for collaborative control.

[0036] The IoT gateway and the edge control device each use an internal high-speed bus built into the optical modem and the optical line terminal to avoid the risk of single connection failure.

[0037] The optical line terminal (OLT) can connect to the optical modules of the FTTD optical modem in each smart shared workstation through the optical distribution network (ODN) (including passive devices such as optical fibers and splitters). In this way, the edge control device built into the OLT device establishes a connection with the IoT gateway in the FTTD optical modem.

[0038] Example 3: The intelligent shared workstation management method of the present invention includes authentication and identification of IoT gateways, authentication and identification of IoT devices, authentication and identification of Ethernet devices, and shared workstation usage management in the shared workstation;

[0039] The authentication and identification of the IoT gateway includes:

[0040] S1.1 After the IoT gateway is powered on for the first time and enters the network, it establishes a network connection with the edge control device through a communication handshake;

[0041] S1.2, the IoT gateway initiates an authentication request to the edge control device. The authentication request is transmitted in encrypted form, and the data is encrypted using the IoT gateway's private key. After receiving the authentication request, the edge control device decrypts it using its public key. If the decryption is successful, the IoT gateway is activated; otherwise, the IoT gateway cannot be used as a node.

[0042] S1.3 After obtaining the authentication success information, the IoT gateway initiates a service identification number application to the edge control device; the edge control device will assign a unique service identification number to the IoT gateways within its jurisdiction to identify the identity of the IoT gateway.

[0043] S1.4 After obtaining the service identifier number, the IoT gateway initiates a management application to the edge control device, reporting the specifications and model of the IoT gateway. The edge control device records the device information of the IoT gateway. At this time, the administrator can establish a one-to-one association between the IoT gateway and the shared workstation.

[0044] Because IoT devices are diverse, heterogeneous, and non-intelligent, it is impossible to require them to proactively initiate network authentication. This application designs a process where an IoT gateway authenticates and obtains identifiers on behalf of IoT devices.

[0045] The authentication and identification of the IoT device includes: establishing a network connection with the IoT gateway after the IoT device powers on and enters the network for the first time; the IoT gateway, on behalf of the IoT device, initiates an authentication request to the edge control device and obtains a service identifier number. Based on the association between the IoT device and the IoT gateway port, the edge control device issues a unique service identifier number to the IoT gateway port, which serves as the unique service identifier number for the IoT device. The IoT gateway, on behalf of the IoT device, reports the service type, model, and service identifier of the IoT device to the edge control device, establishing the association between the IoT device and the shared workstation.

[0046] The authentication and identification of the Ethernet access device includes: the Ethernet access device establishes a communication connection with the edge control device through the optical modem, initiates authentication with the edge control device, reports its service type, model, IP address, MAC address, and establishes a one-to-one association with the shared workstation.

[0047] The shared workstation usage management includes: users logging into the edge control device via a mobile client and entering the system after user authentication. Users select their shared workstation location on the mobile client and enter the workstation subsystem corresponding to that location. The edge control device displays the status of the shared workstation to the user. The edge control device records the occupancy / vacancy status of the shared workstations under its jurisdiction. PC terminals or mobile clients read the current workstation occupancy / vacancy status from the edge control device for user selection. Users can click to select an available workstation in the client to reserve it, or choose to schedule a time to start using it.

[0048] After arriving at their designated workstation, the user clicks the mobile app to activate the shared workstation. Upon receiving the activation request, the edge control device determines whether the user is using the shared workstation for the first time.

[0049] If the user is determined to be a first-time user, they can configure the parameters of various office facilities item by item on the client. After obtaining the user's requirements, the edge control device issues adjustment instructions to the Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation according to the user's requirements and collects feedback information; otherwise, based on the user's usage characteristics and habits stored in the user's previous usage records in the edge control device, it sends the relevant parameters of various office facilities to the Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation, collects feedback information, and starts the shared workstation.

[0050] Example 4: Application functions and business processes of various office facilities in shared workstations

[0051] 1. Office desks and chairs

[0052] The IoT gateway establishes a network connection with the IoT devices installed inside the office desks and chairs; the IoT devices in the office desks and chairs can collect mechanical data of the office desks and chairs, including the height of the desktop and chair surface, the backrest tilt angle, etc., and upload the data to the edge control device in accordance with the intelligent shared workstation management method described in this invention; the edge control device can control and adjust the mechanical performance of the office desks and chairs, such as the height of the desktop and chair surface, the backrest tilt angle, etc., through the IoT devices built into the office desks and chairs.

[0053] The specific usage process is as follows:

[0054] Upon arrival at the workstation and activation of the shared workstation, the system determines whether the user is using it for the first time. If not, the edge control device sends the desk and chair related parameters, based on previously recorded user usage habits, to the IoT devices connected to the corresponding IoT gateway for that workstation. The IoT devices then adjust the mechanical performance of the desk and chair, setting parameters such as desktop height and backrest angle to the user's preset settings. If the user is using the system for the first time, they can configure the desk and chair parameters on the client side or adjust them via mechanical control. After adjustment and user confirmation, the IoT devices upload the current desk and chair mechanical parameters to the IoT edge control system via the IoT gateway and bind them to the user's identity. Subsequent use will then directly utilize these parameters.

[0055] 2. Lighting appliances

[0056] The IoT gateway establishes a network connection with the IoT devices installed within the lighting facility; the IoT devices in the lighting facility can collect mechanical data of the lighting facility, including brightness, lamp tilt angle, light focus range, focus point, etc., and upload it to the edge control device; the edge control device can control and adjust parameters such as brightness, lamp tilt angle, and focus point of the lighting facility through the IoT devices built into the lighting facility.

[0057] The specific usage process is as follows:

[0058] Upon arrival at the workstation and activation of the shared workstation, the system determines whether the user is using it for the first time. If not, the edge control device sends relevant lighting parameters based on previously recorded user usage habits to the IoT device connected to the corresponding IoT gateway for the shared workstation. The IoT device then adjusts the lighting parameters, including brightness, tilt angle, beam focus range, and focal point, to the user's preset values. If the user is using it for the first time, they can adjust the lighting parameters either through the client application or via mechanical control. After adjustment and user confirmation, the IoT device uploads the current lighting parameters to the IoT edge control via the IoT gateway and links them to the user's identity. Subsequent use will then directly access these parameters.

[0059] 3. Lockers

[0060] The IoT gateway establishes a network connection with the IoT device built into the locker lock; the IoT device in the locker lock can collect data in the locker, determine whether there are items inside, and upload the data to the edge control device; the edge control device can control the unlocking through the IoT device.

[0061] The specific usage process is as follows:

[0062] When a user arrives at the shared workstation and uses it, the edge control device automatically unlocks the locker, allowing the user to place their belongings inside. When the user finishes their work and leaves the shared workstation, they click "Complete Work" on the client app. The edge control device then controls the locker's IoT module to check for items inside. If items are found, the locker automatically opens, and the client app prompts the user to retrieve their items.

[0063] 4. Office telephone

[0064] The office VoIP phone does not connect to the IoT gateway; instead, it connects directly to the network port of the LAN device or the network port of the FTTD optical modem, entering the Ethernet network. The edge control device can flexibly configure the extension numbers of the office VoIP phone.

[0065] The specific usage process is as follows:

[0066] Upon arriving at the shared workstation and activating it, the edge control device determines whether the user is using the shared workstation for the first time. If not, the edge control device assigns the previously recorded extension number to the VoIP phone on the shared workstation desktop. If it is the first time using the workstation, the user can select an unused extension number within the client application. Upon receiving the instruction, the edge control device activates the VoIP phone. The edge control device records the binding between the user's identity and the extension number. When the user finishes their work and leaves the shared workstation, they click "Complete Work" in the client application, and the edge control device releases the extension number of the VoIP phone.

[0067] 5. Office computers

[0068] The office computer is not connected to the IoT gateway, but directly to the network port of the local area network device or the network port of the FTTD optical modem to access the Ethernet. The office computer uses a cloud desktop system, with the server responsible for data processing and storage; the edge control device can automatically configure the username and password according to different user identities, log in to the office computer system, and then configure the desktop style, virtual hard disk partitions, etc. according to the previously recorded user usage habits.

[0069] The specific usage process is as follows:

[0070] Upon arriving at the shared workstation and activating the shared workstation computer, the edge control device determines whether the user is using the shared workstation for the first time. If not, the edge control device uses the previously recorded username and password to configure the cloud desktop system on the workstation desktop and automatically logs the user in. The cloud desktop system then configures the desktop style, virtual hard disk partitions, and other settings according to the user's usage habits.

[0071] If this is the user's first time using the service, the system will guide the user through a step-by-step process to pre-configure settings such as a new username, desktop style, and virtual hard disk partitions before starting work. When the user finishes their work and leaves the shared workstation, they click "Complete Work" on the client. The edge control device then sends a command to the cloud desktop system, which stores the user's data, desktop style, virtual hard disk partitions, and other information.

[0072] 6. WiFi devices

[0073] The WiFi device does not connect to the IoT gateway; it connects directly to the network port of a local area network device or is built into the FTTD. The WiFi device allows for flexible configuration of the SSID and password for each user.

[0074] The specific usage process is as follows:

[0075] When a user arrives at the shared workstation and activates the shared workstation's WiFi, the system determines whether the user is using the shared workstation for the first time. If the user is not a first-time user, the edge control device configures the shared workstation's WiFi device with the previously recorded user SSID and password. If the user is a first-time user, the user can set the SSID and password in the client application. Upon receiving the instruction, the edge control device activates the shared workstation's WiFi device. The edge control device records the user's SSID and password.

[0076] When a user finishes their work and leaves the shared workstation, they click "Complete Work" on the client, and the edge control device releases the SSID and password of the WiFi device. The WiFi device described in this invention includes WiFi 5, WiFi 6, and other routers or access points, as well as subsequent wireless communication technologies, with specific implementation methods consistent with the solution described in this invention.

Claims

1. A method for managing intelligent shared workstations, characterized in that: This includes IoT devices, IoT gateways, edge control devices, optical modems, and optical line terminals; The IoT device is placed in the non-Ethernet access device of the shared workstation and connected to the IoT gateway to collect the status of the shared workstation office facilities and receive and execute instructions issued by the IoT gateway. The IoT gateway is built into the optical modem and connects to the edge control device through the optical modem to transmit IoT data; the optical modem is responsible for connecting to the Ethernet access device of the shared workstation. The edge control device is built into the optical line terminal and connects to Ethernet through the optical line terminal to realize automatic discovery, authentication and data access of IoT sensing devices and Ethernet access devices. An end-to-end VLAN channel is set up between the edge control device and the IoT gateway, IoT devices, and Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation; It also includes the authentication and identification of IoT gateways in shared workstations, the authentication and identification of IoT devices, the authentication and identification of Ethernet access devices, and the management of shared workstation usage; The authentication and identification of the IoT gateway includes: S1.1 After the IoT gateway is powered on for the first time and enters the network, it establishes a network connection with the edge control device; S1.2, Initiate an authentication request to the edge control device; S1.3 After obtaining the authentication success information, initiate a service identification number application to the edge control device; S1.4 After obtaining the service identification number, initiate a management application to the edge control device, report the specifications and model of the IoT gateway, and establish a one-to-one association with the shared workstation; The authentication and identification of the IoT device includes: after the IoT device is powered on and enters the network for the first time, it establishes a network connection with the IoT gateway; the IoT gateway initiates an authentication request to the edge control device on behalf of the IoT device and obtains the service identification number, reports the service type, model and service identification of the IoT device, and establishes the ownership relationship between the IoT device and the shared workstation; The authentication and identification of the Ethernet access device includes: the Ethernet access device establishes a communication connection with the edge control device through the optical modem, initiates authentication with the edge control device, reports the service type, model, IP address, and MAC address of the edge control device, and establishes a one-to-one association with the shared workstation; The shared workstation usage management includes: the edge control device displays the status of the shared workstation to the user, and after obtaining the shared workstation's start request, if it determines that the user is using it for the first time, it obtains the user's needs and issues adjustment instructions to the Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation according to the user's needs, and collects feedback information; otherwise, it issues adjustment instructions to the Ethernet access devices and non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation according to the user's usage characteristics and habits retained in the edge control device, and collects feedback information.

2. The intelligent shared workstation management method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The IoT gateway connects to the IoT devices in the non-Ethernet access devices of the shared workstation via wired or wireless communication.

3. The intelligent shared workstation management method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The IoT gateway is used to encapsulate and convert the signals of the IoT device into Ethernet signals and upload them to the edge control device, and to issue instructions to the IoT device according to the needs of the edge control device to control the non-Ethernet access device.

4. The intelligent shared workstation management method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The IoT gateway and the edge control device are each integrated into the optical modem and the optical line terminal via internal high-speed buses.

5. The intelligent shared workstation management method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The edge control device can be connected to the user terminal to realize the management of shared workstations.

6. The intelligent shared workstation management method according to claim 1, characterized in that: The edge control device issues a unique service identifier number to the IoT gateway port based on the association between the IoT device and the IoT gateway port, which serves as the unique service identifier number for the IoT device.

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