Method and apparatus for controlling refrigerator, refrigerator, computer readable storage medium

Abstract

The application relates to the technical field of intelligent household appliances, and discloses a method for controlling a refrigerator, the refrigerator comprising a transparent screen for adjusting brightness and displaying content, a backboard lamp for adjusting a theme color, and an ice making module; the refrigerator and a terminal device communicate with each other; the method comprises the following steps: determining that the operation mode of the refrigerator is an e-sports mode or a cocktail mode; in the case that the operation mode is the e-sports mode, controlling the terminal device to enter a game, the flashing of the backboard lamp, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to game information; or in the case that the operation mode is the cocktail mode, controlling the terminal device to automatically place an order for cocktail ingredients according to the remaining amount of the cocktail ingredients, and / or controlling the ice making module to make ice, and / or controlling the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or controlling the flashing of the backboard lamp. In the case that a user plays e-sports or makes cocktails, the intelligent refrigerator can realize an e-sports scene or a cocktail scene, and the intelligent degree is improved.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of smart home appliance technology, such as a method and apparatus for controlling a refrigerator, a refrigerator, and a computer-readable storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, with the development of mobile internet and artificial intelligence, smart home appliances have entered people's lives and changed their lifestyles. Refrigerators, as an important component of the home appliance industry, are inevitably moving towards high-end intelligent development.

[0003] The related technology discloses a control method based on a smart refrigerator, which binds the user's mobile application to the smart refrigerator. The user's mobile phone, the smart refrigerator, and other smart home appliances in the house are connected to the cloud to form a device cluster. The working status of the smart home appliances in the whole house and the control parameters of the devices can be remotely viewed through the screen of the smart refrigerator.

[0004] In the process of implementing the embodiments of this disclosure, at least the following problems were found in the related art:

[0005] The relevant technology can only view the working status of smart home appliances and control device parameters. When users are playing e-sports or bartending, the smart refrigerator cannot personalize the e-sports or bartending scenarios, resulting in a low level of intelligence.

[0006] It should be noted that the information disclosed in the background section above is only used to enhance the understanding of the background of this application, and therefore may include information that does not constitute prior art known to those skilled in the art. Summary of the Invention

[0007] To provide a basic understanding of some aspects of the disclosed embodiments, a brief summary is given below. This summary is not intended as a general commentary, nor is it intended to identify key / important components or describe the scope of protection of these embodiments, but rather as a prelude to the detailed description that follows.

[0008] This disclosure provides a method and apparatus for controlling a refrigerator, a refrigerator, and a computer-readable storage medium, so that when a user is playing e-sports or bartending, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports or bartending scenario, thereby improving the level of intelligence.

[0009] In some embodiments, the refrigerator includes a transparent screen with adjustable brightness and display content, a backlight with adjustable theme color, and an ice-making module; the refrigerator communicates with a terminal device; the method includes: determining whether the refrigerator's operating mode is an e-sports mode or a bartending mode; when the operating mode is e-sports mode, controlling the terminal device to enter a game, the flashing of the backlight, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to game information; or, when the operating mode is bartending mode, controlling the terminal device to automatically order bartending ingredients according to the remaining amount of bartending ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module to make ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or, the flashing of the backlight.

[0010] Optionally, the game information includes game invitation messages and / or game stats; the system controls the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the backlight, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the game information, including: controlling the terminal device to enter the game when the game invitation message indicates that the user has been invited; and controlling the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game stats when the user has obtained game stats.

[0011] Optionally, controlling the terminal device to enter the game includes: controlling the terminal device to enter the game interface and enter the ranked match waiting mode.

[0012] Optionally, the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen can be controlled according to the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game performance, including: when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range, the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen can be controlled according to the game performance.

[0013] Optionally, game stats include winning MVP (Most Valuable Player) in ranked matches and / or winning ranked matches; the backlight flashing and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen are controlled based on the game stats, including: when the game stats are a ranked match victory, controlling the brightness of the transparent screen to brighten from black, displaying the first esports theme, and flashing the backlight; and / or, when the game stats are winning MVP in ranked matches, controlling the display content of the transparent screen to a second esports theme and flashing the backlight.

[0014] Optionally, the first esports theme includes: displaying the user's game character, a review of the ranked match results for both sides, and a blue theme color. The second esports theme includes: displaying the text "Congratulations on winning MVP, have a cold drink!", the types of cold drinks in the refrigerator and their corresponding locations, and a blue theme color.

[0015] Optionally, the terminal device can be controlled to automatically order cocktail ingredients based on the remaining quantity of cocktail ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module can make ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen can be adjusted, and / or, the backlight can be flashed, including: controlling the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module can make ice based on the remaining quantity of cocktail ingredients; controlling the brightness and display content of the transparent screen and / or, and / or, the backlight can be flashed based on the delivery status of cocktail ingredients and the completion status of ice making by the ice-making module.

[0016] Optionally, after the control terminal device automatically orders cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module makes ice based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, and after the ice-making module completes ice-making, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen are controlled according to the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module. And / or, before the flashing of the back panel light, the device further includes: if the delivery status is detected as a delivery person arriving at the door, controlling the refrigerator door to open, and controlling the central control panel and camera to adjust the height according to the ingredients placed in the refrigerator door by the user, so that the camera can recognize the ingredients placed in the refrigerator door and that the ingredients are contained in the refrigerator.

[0017] Optionally, the cocktail ingredients include: liquor, ice, and fruit; the terminal device is controlled to automatically order cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module to make ice based on the remaining quantity of cocktail ingredients, including: controlling the terminal device to automatically order liquor when the remaining quantity of liquor is less than or equal to a first remaining quantity threshold; and / or, controlling the terminal device to automatically order fruit when the remaining quantity of fruit is less than or equal to a second remaining quantity threshold; and / or, controlling the ice-making module to make ice when the remaining quantity of ice is less than or equal to a third remaining quantity threshold.

[0018] Optionally, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, can be controlled based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module. This includes: when the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients is "delivery completed" and the completion status of the ice-making module is "ice-making completed", the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, can be controlled based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator.

[0019] Optionally, the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the backlight, are controlled according to the distance between the user and the refrigerator, including: when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range, controlling the brightness of the transparent screen to brighten from black, displaying a cocktail theme, and flashing the backlight.

[0020] Optionally, the cocktail theme includes: the type of cocktail, the corresponding illustration, the amount of the corresponding cocktail ingredients, and the theme color is purple.

[0021] Optionally, the refrigerator also includes a speaker; and when the delivery status of the bartending ingredients is "delivery completed" and the ice-making module is "ice-making completed", it also includes: controlling the refrigerator to play bartending-themed music.

[0022] Optionally, determining the refrigerator's operating mode as a cocktail-making mode includes: detecting whether the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range during the user's usual cocktail-making time period; receiving a cocktail-making instruction when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range; and controlling the refrigerator's operating mode to cocktail-making mode when a cocktail-making instruction is received.

[0023] Optionally, determining the refrigerator's operating mode as e-sports mode includes: detecting whether the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range; receiving an e-sports command when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range; and controlling the refrigerator's operating mode to e-sports mode when the e-sports command is received.

[0024] In some embodiments, the refrigerator includes a transparent screen with adjustable brightness and display content, a backlight with adjustable theme color, and an ice-making module; the refrigerator communicates with a terminal device; the device includes: a determining module configured to determine whether the refrigerator's operating mode is an e-sports mode or a bartending mode; a control module configured to, when the operating mode is e-sports mode, control the terminal device to enter a game, the flashing of the backlight, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to game information; or, when the operating mode is bartending mode, control the terminal device to automatically order bartending ingredients according to the remaining amount of bartending ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module to make ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or, the flashing of the backlight.

[0025] In some embodiments, the apparatus includes a processor and a memory storing program instructions, the processor being configured to execute the method for controlling a refrigerator when the program instructions are executed.

[0026] In some embodiments, the refrigerator includes: a refrigerator body; and the device for controlling the refrigerator is installed on the refrigerator body.

[0027] In some embodiments, the computer-readable storage medium stores program instructions that, when executed, cause a computer to perform the method for controlling a refrigerator.

[0028] The method and apparatus for controlling a refrigerator, the refrigerator itself, and the computer-readable storage medium provided in this disclosure can achieve the following technical effects:

[0029] If the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it will link with the terminal device based on game information to enter the game, and control the flashing of the back panel, the brightness of the transparent screen, and the displayed content to match the atmosphere of e-sports mode. If the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it will automatically order cocktail ingredients and make ice based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, ensuring sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktails, and control the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, as well as the flashing of the back panel lights to match the atmosphere of cocktail mode. When the user is playing e-sports or making cocktails, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports or cocktail scene, improving the level of intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0030] The above general description and the description below are exemplary and illustrative only and are not intended to limit this application. Attached Figure Description

[0031] One or more embodiments are illustrated by way of example with reference to the accompanying drawings. These illustrations and drawings do not constitute a limitation on the embodiments. Elements having the same reference numerals in the drawings are shown as similar elements. The drawings are not to be scaled. And wherein:

[0032] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of a method for controlling a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0033] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0034] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0035] Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of another method for controlling a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0036] Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of a device for controlling a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0037] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of another device for controlling a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure;

[0038] Figure 7 This is a schematic diagram of a refrigerator provided in an embodiment of this disclosure. Detailed Implementation

[0039] To provide a more detailed understanding of the features and technical content of the embodiments of this disclosure, the implementation of the embodiments of this disclosure will be described in detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The accompanying drawings are for illustrative purposes only and are not intended to limit the embodiments of this disclosure. In the following technical description, for ease of explanation, several details are used to provide a full understanding of the disclosed embodiments. However, one or more embodiments may still be implemented without these details. In other cases, well-known structures and devices may be simplified in their depiction to simplify the drawings.

[0040] The terms "first," "second," etc., used in the specification, claims, and accompanying drawings of this disclosure are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence. It should be understood that such data can be interchanged where appropriate for the embodiments of this disclosure described herein. Furthermore, the terms "comprising" and "having," and any variations thereof, are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion.

[0041] Unless otherwise stated, the term "multiple" means two or more.

[0042] In this embodiment of the disclosure, the character " / " indicates that the objects before and after it are in an "or" relationship. For example, A / B means: A or B.

[0043] The term "and / or" describes an association between objects, indicating that three relationships can exist. For example, A and / or B means: A or B, or A and B.

[0044] The term "correspondence" can refer to an association or binding relationship. The correspondence between A and B means that there is an association or binding relationship between A and B.

[0045] This disclosure provides a refrigerator, including a transparent screen with adjustable brightness and display content, a backlight with adjustable theme color, and an ice-making module. The refrigerator communicates with a terminal device.

[0046] Optionally, the refrigerator also includes a central control panel that can be moved up and down in a controlled manner.

[0047] Optionally, the refrigerator also includes a speaker. The speaker is used to play music in a controlled manner.

[0048] The refrigerator provided in this embodiment offers a structural foundation for creating an atmosphere compatible with e-sports and bartending modes. When a user is engaged in e-sports or bartending, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports or bartending scenario, enhancing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0049] Combination Figure 1 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, a method for controlling a refrigerator is provided, including:

[0050] S101, the refrigerator is set to either e-sports mode or cocktail mode.

[0051] S102, when the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it controls the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the back panel light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game information. Alternatively,

[0052] S103, when the refrigerator is in the cocktail mode, it automatically orders cocktail ingredients based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module makes ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or, the flashing of the back panel light.

[0053] Using the refrigerator control method provided in this embodiment, if the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it enters the game in conjunction with the terminal device based on game information, and controls the flashing of the back panel, the brightness of the transparent screen, and the displayed content to match the atmosphere of the e-sports mode. If the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it automatically orders cocktail ingredients and makes ice using the ice-making module based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, providing sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktail making, and controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, as well as the flashing of the back panel light to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is playing e-sports or making cocktails, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports or cocktail scene, improving the level of intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0054] Optionally, the game information includes game invitation messages and / or game stats. The refrigerator controls the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the backlight, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the game information, including: when the game invitation message indicates an invitation, the refrigerator controls the terminal device to enter the game; when the refrigerator has obtained game stats, it controls the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game stats.

[0055] In this way, when the refrigerator operates in e-sports mode, if it receives a game invitation, it will automatically launch the game on the user's device, eliminating the waiting time and allowing the user to directly enter the game. If the user finishes the game and receives game stats, the refrigerator will adjust the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game stats, adapting to the atmosphere of the game in e-sports mode. When the user is engaged in e-sports, the smart refrigerator personalizes the e-sports scenario, enhancing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0056] Optionally, controlling the terminal device to enter the game includes: controlling the terminal device to enter the game interface and enter the ranked match waiting mode.

[0057] In this way, when the refrigerator operates in e-sports mode, if it receives a game invitation, it will automatically enter the game interface and ranked match waiting mode, eliminating the waiting time for users to enter ranked matches and allowing them to directly jump into the game. When users are engaged in e-sports, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports scenario, enhancing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0058] Optionally, the refrigerator controls the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game performance, including: when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range, the refrigerator controls the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the game performance.

[0059] In this way, when a user finishes a game and receives their game stats, if the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection range, it means the user is close to the refrigerator. At this point, the system controls the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen based on the game stats to match the atmosphere of the game in e-sports mode. When the user is playing e-sports, the smart refrigerator personalizes the e-sports scene, improving its intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0060] Optionally, game performance includes achieving MVP in ranked matches and / or winning ranked matches. The refrigerator controls the flashing of the backlight and the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen based on the game performance, including: when the refrigerator achieves a ranked match victory, controlling the brightness of the transparent screen to brighten from black, displaying the first e-sports theme, and flashing the backlight. And / or, when the refrigerator achieves MVP in ranked matches, controlling the displayed content of the transparent screen to a second e-sports theme and flashing the backlight.

[0061] Thus, if a user wins a ranked match, the transparent screen brightens from black, displaying the first esports theme with flashing backlighting to match the victory atmosphere. If the user achieves MVP status in a ranked match, the transparent screen displays the second esports theme with flashing backlighting to match the MVP award. When the user is engaged in esports, the smart refrigerator personalizes the esports scenario, enhancing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0062] Optionally, the first esports theme includes: displaying the user's game character, a review of the ranked match results for both sides, and a blue theme color. The second esports theme includes: displaying the text "Congratulations on winning MVP, have a cold drink!", the types of cold drinks in the refrigerator and their corresponding locations, and a blue theme color.

[0063] Specifically, cold drinks include cola or Sprite. The corresponding location can be the refrigerator compartment or the freezer compartment.

[0064] Thus, if a user wins a ranked match, the transparent screen displays the user's game character, a recap of both players' scores, and a blue color scheme, which helps enhance user satisfaction. If the user achieves MVP status in a ranked match, the transparent screen displays recommended cold drinks and their corresponding positions, further enhancing both psychological and physiological satisfaction. When users are engaged in esports, the smart refrigerator can personalize esports scenarios, increasing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0065] Optionally, the terminal device can be controlled to automatically order cocktail ingredients based on the remaining quantity of cocktail ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module can make ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen can be adjusted, and / or, the backlight can be flashed, including: controlling the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module can make ice based on the remaining quantity of cocktail ingredients; controlling the brightness and display content of the transparent screen and / or, and / or, the backlight can be flashed based on the delivery status of cocktail ingredients and the completion status of ice making by the ice-making module.

[0066] In this way, if the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it first automatically orders cocktail ingredients and / or uses the ice-making module to prepare ice based on the remaining amount of ingredients, ensuring sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktail preparation. Then, based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module, it controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is making cocktails, the smart refrigerator personalizes the cocktail scenario, improving its intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0067] Optionally, after the refrigerator automatically orders cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module makes ice based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, the refrigerator controls the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module. And / or, before the back panel light flashes, the refrigerator also includes: when it detects that the delivery status is that a delivery person has arrived, the refrigerator controls the refrigerator door to open and controls the central control panel and camera to adjust the height according to the ingredients that the user puts into the refrigerator door, so that the camera can recognize the ingredients that the user puts into the refrigerator door and that the ingredients are contained in the refrigerator.

[0068] This helps identify the types of food that the user puts into the refrigerator door and ensures that the food is contained within the refrigerator, providing high-quality ingredients for bartending.

[0069] Optionally, the cocktail ingredients include: liquor, ice, and fruit. The refrigerator controls the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module to make ice based on the remaining quantity of cocktail ingredients, including: the refrigerator controlling the terminal device to automatically order liquor when the remaining quantity of liquor is less than or equal to a first remaining quantity threshold; and / or, the refrigerator controlling the terminal device to automatically order fruit when the remaining quantity of fruit is less than or equal to a second remaining quantity threshold; and / or, the refrigerator controlling the ice-making module to make ice when the remaining quantity of ice is less than or equal to a third remaining quantity threshold.

[0070] In this way, when the refrigerator operates in cocktail mode, if it detects that the remaining amount of alcohol is less than or equal to the first threshold, it automatically orders alcohol; if it detects that the remaining amount of fruit is less than or equal to the second threshold, it automatically orders fruit; and if it detects that the remaining amount of ice is less than or equal to the third threshold, it controls the ice-making module to make ice. This helps to provide users with ample cocktail ingredients and avoids the problem of insufficient ingredients and inability to purchase them in time when making drinks.

[0071] Optionally, the refrigerator controls the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module. This includes: when the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients is completed and the ice-making module is completed, the refrigerator controls the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator.

[0072] In this way, once the ingredients have been delivered and ice has been made, the brightness and content of the transparent screen are controlled based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator, and / or the backlight flashes to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is mixing drinks, the smart refrigerator personalizes the cocktail-making scenario, enhancing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0073] Optionally, the refrigerator controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator. This includes: when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range, the refrigerator controls the brightness of the transparent screen to brighten from black, displays a cocktail theme, and flashes the back panel light.

[0074] Thus, if the ingredients are delivered and ice is made, and the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection range, it indicates that there are sufficient ingredients for cocktails and the user is approaching the refrigerator with the intention of making cocktails. At this time, the brightness of the transparent screen changes from black to bright, the displayed content is a cocktail theme, and the back panel light flashes to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is making cocktails, the smart refrigerator personalizes the cocktail scene, improving the level of intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0075] Optionally, the cocktail theme includes: the type of cocktail, the corresponding illustration, the amount of the corresponding cocktail ingredients, and the theme color is purple.

[0076] Specifically, when the type of cocktail is a Margarita, the corresponding illustration is a Margarita illustration, and the corresponding amount of ingredients is one glass of orange liqueur, one fresh orange, and a few ice cubes.

[0077] This approach allows the refrigerator to adapt to the atmosphere of a cocktail-making session while also providing recipes for users, making it easier for them to accurately mix drinks and maintain consistent flavor. When users are mixing drinks, the smart refrigerator personalizes the cocktail-making scenario, enhancing its intelligence and improving the user experience.

[0078] Optionally, if the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients is "delivery completed" and the ice-making module is "ice-making completed", the method also includes: controlling the refrigerator to play cocktail-themed music.

[0079] This allows for sound-based adaptation to the atmosphere of the cocktail-making mode. When a user is making drinks, the smart refrigerator can personalize the cocktail-making scenario, increasing its intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0080] Optionally, the refrigerator determines its operating mode to be "cocktail mixing mode," including: the refrigerator detecting whether the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within a detected distance range during the user's preferred cocktail mixing time period; receiving a cocktail mixing command if the distance is within the detected distance range; and controlling the refrigerator's operating mode to "cocktail mixing mode" upon receiving the command. Specifically, the user's preferred cocktail mixing time period is determined by historical user cocktail mixing time periods. More specifically, the user's preferred cocktail mixing time period could be Saturday and / or Sunday.

[0081] In this way, if the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection range during the user's usual cocktail-making time and a cocktail-making instruction is received, the refrigerator will enter cocktail-making mode. This is more in line with the user's cocktail-making habits, allowing the smart refrigerator to personalize cocktail-making scenarios, improve the level of intelligence, and enhance the user experience.

[0082] Optionally, the refrigerator determines its operating mode to be "e-sports mode" by: detecting whether the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range; receiving an e-sports command if the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range; and controlling the refrigerator's operating mode to be "e-sports mode" upon receiving the e-sports command.

[0083] In this way, if the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance range and an e-sports command is received, the refrigerator will enter e-sports mode. This will help the smart refrigerator to personalize e-sports scenarios, improve its intelligence level, and enhance the user experience.

[0084] Optionally, it also includes: the refrigerator determining the type of multimedia the user is watching or operating. Based on the type of multimedia the user is watching or operating, the refrigerator recommends corresponding food items inside.

[0085] In this way, when a user is watching or playing multimedia such as movies or games, the refrigerator can recommend corresponding food items based on the type of multimedia the user is watching or playing, providing matching food recommendations to create a suitable atmosphere.

[0086] Optionally, the refrigerator recommends corresponding food items based on the type of multimedia the user is watching or operating. For example, if the user is watching or operating a movie, the refrigerator recommends corresponding food items based on the movie type. Or, if the user is watching or operating a game, the refrigerator recommends corresponding food items based on the game type.

[0087] In this way, by controlling the refrigerator's recommendations based on movie or game genres, it is beneficial to provide users with matching food recommendations to create a suitable atmosphere.

[0088] Optionally, the refrigerator can recommend corresponding food items based on the movie genre. For example, if the movie is horror, the refrigerator might recommend milk candy, chocolate, or spicy snacks. Or, if the movie is comedy, the refrigerator might recommend potato chips or sunflower seeds.

[0089] Therefore, if a user is watching a horror movie, it's appropriate to recommend candy, chocolate, or spicy snacks in the refrigerator. These foods can stimulate the user's cerebral cortex, boost spirits, and release phenylethylamine, thus better combating tension. If the user is watching a comedy movie, it's appropriate to recommend potato chips and sunflower seeds, as these foods can enhance happiness. This approach helps provide users with matching food recommendations to create a suitable atmosphere.

[0090] Optionally, the refrigerator can recommend corresponding food items based on the game type, including: if the game is a puzzle game, the refrigerator can recommend desserts; or if the game is a competitive game, the refrigerator can recommend chilled drinks.

[0091] Therefore, if the user is playing a puzzle game, it's appropriate to control the refrigerator to recommend sweets, as these foods are believed to stimulate the cerebral cortex and increase the chances of success. If the user is playing a competitive game, it's appropriate to control the refrigerator to recommend chilled drinks to match the atmosphere of the game. This approach effectively provides users with matching food recommendations to create a suitable atmosphere.

[0092] Optionally, if the game type is competitive, it also includes: if the user's game character is female, controlling the refrigerator to recommend desserts based on the game character's voice.

[0093] Thus, if the user is playing a female character in a competitive game, the system can use that character's voice to recommend corresponding desserts from the refrigerator, enhancing the user's immersion in the game. This approach helps provide users with matching food recommendations to create a suitable atmosphere.

[0094] Optionally, the refrigerator control recommends chilled beverages as the corresponding food items in the refrigerator, including chilled beverages co-branded with the game.

[0095] For example, the refrigerator control system recommends chilled beverages co-branded with game businesses, including: if the game type is Honor of Kings, the refrigerator control system recommends Dongpeng Special Drink and / or Sprite as chilled beverages co-branded with game businesses.

[0096] Therefore, if the user is playing a competitive game, it would be appropriate to control the refrigerator to recommend chilled drinks co-branded with the game, thereby enhancing the user's immersion in the competitive game. This also helps to provide users with matching food recommendations to create a suitable atmosphere.

[0097] Optionally, after the refrigerator recommends corresponding food items based on the movie type, it may also recommend corresponding food items based on the user's feedback after watching the movie, or send massage commands to the massage chair.

[0098] Specifically, based on the user's feedback after watching a movie, the refrigerator can control itself to recommend corresponding ingredients, or send massage commands to the massage chair. For example, if the user's feedback is "appreciative," the refrigerator can recommend beverages and desserts. Or, if the user's feedback is "tense," the refrigerator can control itself to send massage commands to the massage chair.

[0099] Therefore, if a user appreciates a movie after watching it, the refrigerator could be controlled to recommend drinks and desserts to boost their happiness level. If the user feels tense after watching a movie, the refrigerator could control a massage chair to relieve tension. This helps create a suitable atmosphere and enhances the user experience.

[0100] Optionally, if the multimedia being watched or operated by the user is a movie, the refrigerator may also include: the option for the refrigerator to determine the story direction according to the movie's plot; and the option for the refrigerator to interact with the user according to the story direction selected by the user.

[0101] In this way, if a user is watching a movie, the game first determines the story's direction based on the movie's plot, and then interacts with the user based on their chosen direction. This enhances the user's sense of participation and immersion, creating a suitable atmosphere and improving the user experience.

[0102] Optionally, the refrigerator includes a speaker, and if the multimedia type being viewed or operated by the user is a game, it also includes: the refrigerator sending voice prompts and / or encouraging statements to the user based on the progress of the game.

[0103] Specifically, the refrigerator sends voice reminders and encouraging messages to the user based on the progress of the game, including when the user is winning or in the middle of the game.

[0104] In this way, if a user is playing a game, reminders or encouragement can be given based on the game's progress, which helps improve the user's gaming experience and create a positive e-sports atmosphere.

[0105] Optionally, the refrigerator includes a speaker, and if the user is watching or operating a game, it also includes: the refrigerator recommending corresponding food items inside the refrigerator based on the frequency of the game being played.

[0106] Specifically, the refrigerator recommends corresponding food items based on the frequency of the game, including recommending energy-boosting beverages when the frequency of the game is greater than or equal to a frequency threshold.

[0107] In this way, if the user is playing a game, the refrigerator will recommend energy-boosting drinks based on the frequency of game play, which will help the user replenish energy in a timely manner and improve the user's gaming endurance and burst power.

[0108] Combination Figure 2 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, another method for controlling a refrigerator is provided, including:

[0109] S201, the refrigerator is set to either e-sports mode or cocktail mode.

[0110] S202, when the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, confirms the game invitation message.

[0111] S203: When the refrigerator receives a game invitation message indicating that it has been invited, it controls the terminal device to enter the game.

[0112] S204: When the refrigerator achieves game results, it controls the flashing of the back panel light and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen based on the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game results.

[0113] S205, when the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it automatically orders cocktail ingredients based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module makes ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or, the flashing of the back panel light.

[0114] Using the refrigerator control method provided in this disclosure, if the refrigerator is running in e-sports mode and receives a game invitation message, the linked terminal device will enter the game to eliminate the user's waiting time and allow the user to directly enter the game. If the user finishes the game and obtains game results, the flashing of the back panel light and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen will be controlled according to the distance between the user and the refrigerator and the game results to match the atmosphere of the game results in e-sports mode. If the refrigerator is running in cocktail mode, the terminal device will automatically order cocktail ingredients and the ice-making module will make ice according to the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients to provide sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktail making. The brightness and display content of the transparent screen will be controlled, and the flashing of the back panel light will match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is playing e-sports or making cocktails, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports scene or cocktail scene, improving the level of intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0115] Combination Figure 3 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, another method for controlling a refrigerator is provided, including:

[0116] S301, the refrigerator is set to either e-sports mode or cocktail mode.

[0117] S302, when the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it controls the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the back panel light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game information.

[0118] S303: When the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it automatically orders cocktail ingredients and / or ice-making modules based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients.

[0119] S304, the refrigerator controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module.

[0120] Using the refrigerator control method provided in this disclosure, if the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it enters the game in conjunction with the terminal device based on game information, and controls the flashing of the back panel, the brightness of the transparent screen, and the displayed content to match the atmosphere of the e-sports mode. If the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it first controls the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module to make ice based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients to provide sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktail making. Then, based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module, it controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is playing e-sports or making cocktails, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports scene or cocktail scene, improving the level of intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0121] Combination Figure 4 As shown in the embodiments of this disclosure, another method for controlling a refrigerator is provided, including:

[0122] S401, the refrigerator has set its operating mode to either e-sports mode or cocktail mode.

[0123] S402, when the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it controls the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the back panel light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game information.

[0124] S403, when the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it automatically orders cocktail ingredients and / or ice-making modules based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients.

[0125] S404, the refrigerator controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light, based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module.

[0126] S405, refrigerator control, plays cocktail-themed music on the refrigerator.

[0127] Using the refrigerator control method provided in this disclosure, if the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it enters the game in conjunction with the terminal device based on game information, and controls the flashing of the back panel, the brightness of the transparent screen, and the displayed content to match the atmosphere of the e-sports mode. If the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it first controls the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients and / or the ice-making module to make ice based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients to provide sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktail making. Then, based on the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the completion status of the ice-making module, it controls the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the back panel light to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode, and plays cocktail theme music to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode from an audio perspective. When the user is playing e-sports or making cocktails, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports scene or cocktail scene, improve the level of intelligence, and enhance the user experience.

[0128] Combination Figure 5 As shown, this embodiment of the present disclosure provides a device 200 for controlling a refrigerator, including a determining module 501 and a control module 502. The determining module 501 is configured to determine whether the refrigerator's operating mode is an e-sports mode or a cocktail mode. The control module 502 is configured to, when the operating mode is e-sports mode, control the terminal device to enter a game, the flashing of the backlight, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to game information; or, when the operating mode is cocktail mode, control the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients according to the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, and / or, the ice-making module to make ice, and / or, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or, the flashing of the backlight.

[0129] Using the refrigerator control device 200 provided in this embodiment, if the refrigerator is in e-sports mode, it will enter the game in conjunction with the terminal device based on game information, and control the flashing of the back panel, the brightness of the transparent screen, and the displayed content to match the atmosphere of the e-sports mode. If the refrigerator is in cocktail mode, it will automatically order cocktail ingredients and make ice using the ice-making module based on the remaining amount of cocktail ingredients, providing sufficient ingredients for the user's cocktail making, and control the brightness and displayed content of the transparent screen, and the flashing of the back panel light to match the atmosphere of the cocktail mode. When the user is playing e-sports or making cocktails, the smart refrigerator can personalize the e-sports scene or cocktail scene, improving the level of intelligence and enhancing the user experience.

[0130] Combination Figure 6As shown, this disclosure provides a device 70 for controlling a refrigerator, including a processor 700 and a memory 701. Optionally, the device 70 may further include a communication interface 702 and a bus 703. The processor 700, communication interface 702, and memory 701 can communicate with each other via the bus 703. The communication interface 702 can be used for information transmission. The processor 700 can call logical instructions in the memory 701 to execute the method for controlling the refrigerator described in the above embodiment.

[0131] Furthermore, the logic instructions in the aforementioned memory 701 can be implemented as software functional units and, when sold or used as independent products, can be stored in a computer-readable storage medium.

[0132] The memory 701, as a computer-readable storage medium, can be used to store software programs and computer-executable programs, such as program instructions / modules corresponding to the methods in the embodiments of this disclosure. The processor 700 executes functional applications and data processing by running the program instructions / modules stored in the memory 701, thereby implementing the method for controlling the refrigerator described in the above embodiments.

[0133] The memory 701 may include a program storage area and a data storage area. The program storage area may store the operating system and application programs required for at least one function; the data storage area may store data created based on the use of the terminal device. Furthermore, the memory 701 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory.

[0134] Combination Figure 7 As shown, this disclosure provides a refrigerator 100, including a refrigerator body and the aforementioned device 200 (300) for controlling the refrigerator. The device 200 (300) for controlling the refrigerator is mounted on the refrigerator body. The mounting relationship described herein is not limited to placement inside the refrigerator body, but also includes mounting connections with other components of the refrigerator 100, including but not limited to physical connections, electrical connections, or signal transmission connections. Those skilled in the art will understand that the device 200 (300) for controlling the refrigerator can be adapted to feasible refrigerator bodies to achieve other feasible embodiments.

[0135] This disclosure provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions configured to perform the above-described method for controlling a refrigerator.

[0136] The technical solutions of this disclosure can be embodied in the form of a software product. This computer software product is stored in a storage medium and includes one or more instructions to cause a computer device (which may be a personal computer, server, or network device, etc.) to execute all or part of the steps of the method described in this disclosure. The aforementioned storage medium can be a non-transitory storage medium, such as a USB flash drive, external hard drive, read-only memory (ROM), random access memory (RAM), magnetic disk, or optical disk, etc., and other media capable of storing program code.

[0137] The foregoing description and accompanying drawings fully illustrate embodiments of this disclosure to enable those skilled in the art to practice them. Other embodiments may include structural, logical, electrical, procedural, and other changes. The embodiments represent only possible variations. Individual components and functions are optional unless explicitly required, and the order of operation may vary. Parts and features of some embodiments may be included in or replace parts and features of other embodiments. Moreover, the terminology used in this application is for describing embodiments only and is not intended to limit the claims. As used in the description of embodiments and claims, the singular forms “a,” “an,” and “the” are intended to equally include the plural forms unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Similarly, the term “and / or” as used in this application means including one or more of the associated listed items and all possible combinations thereof. Additionally, when used in this application, the term "comprise" and its variations "comprises" and / or "comprising" refer to the presence of stated features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, and / or components, but do not exclude the presence or addition of one or more other features, integrals, steps, operations, elements, components, and / or groups thereof. Without further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprises a..." does not exclude the presence of other identical elements in the process, method, or apparatus that includes said element. In this document, each embodiment may focus on the differences from other embodiments, and similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to mutually. For methods, products, etc., disclosed in the embodiments, if they correspond to the method section disclosed in the embodiments, the relevant parts can be referred to the description of the method section.

[0138] Those skilled in the art will recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, or a combination of computer software and electronic hardware. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of the embodiments of this disclosure. Those skilled in the art will clearly understand that, for the sake of convenience and brevity, the specific working processes of the systems, devices, and units described above can be referred to the corresponding processes in the foregoing method embodiments, and will not be repeated here.

[0139] The methods and products (including but not limited to devices and equipment) disclosed in the embodiments herein can be implemented in other ways. For example, the device embodiments described above are merely illustrative. For instance, the division of units may be merely a logical functional division, and in actual implementation, there may be other division methods. For example, multiple units or components may be combined or integrated into another system, or some features may be ignored or not executed. In addition, the coupling or direct coupling or communication connection between the shown or discussed units may be through some interfaces, and the indirect coupling or communication connection between devices or units may be electrical, mechanical, or other forms. The units described as separate components may or may not be physically separate. The components shown as units may or may not be physical units, that is, they may be located in one place or distributed across multiple network units. Some or all of the units may be selected to implement this embodiment according to actual needs. Furthermore, the functional units in the embodiments of this disclosure may be integrated into one processing unit, or each unit may exist physically separately, or two or more units may be integrated into one unit.

[0140] The flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings illustrate the architecture, functionality, and operation of possible implementations of systems, methods, and computer program products according to embodiments of this disclosure. In this regard, each block in a flowchart or block diagram may represent a module, segment, or portion of code containing one or more executable instructions for implementing a specified logical function. In some alternative implementations, the functions marked in the blocks may occur in a different order than that shown in the drawings. For example, two consecutive blocks may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. In the descriptions corresponding to the flowcharts and block diagrams in the accompanying drawings, the operations or steps corresponding to different blocks may also occur in a different order than disclosed in the description, and sometimes there is no specific order between different operations or steps. For example, two consecutive operations or steps may actually be executed substantially in parallel, and they may sometimes be executed in reverse order, depending on the functions involved. Each block in a block diagram and / or flowchart, and combinations of blocks in a block diagram and / or flowchart, can be implemented using a dedicated hardware-based system that performs the specified function or action, or using a combination of dedicated hardware and computer instructions.

Claims

1. A method for controlling a refrigerator, characterized by, The refrigerator comprises a transparent screen for adjustable brightness and display content, a backboard light with adjustable theme color, and an ice making module; The refrigerator and the terminal device communicate with each other; the method comprises: Determining that the operation mode of the refrigerator is an e-sports mode or a cocktail mode; In the case where the operation mode is the e-sports mode, controlling the terminal device to enter a game, the flashing of the backboard light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to game information; or, In the case where the operation mode is the cocktail mode, controlling the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients, the ice making module to make ice, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and the flashing of the backboard light according to the remaining amount of the cocktail ingredients; Wherein, the game information comprises a game invitation message and / or game achievements; controlling the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the backboard light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game information comprises: in the case where the game achievements are obtained, when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within a detection distance interval, controlling the flashing of the backboard light and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game achievements; The operation mode of the refrigerator is determined to be the cocktail mode by: in a user habit cocktail time period, detecting whether the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within a detection distance interval; in the case where the distance between the user and the refrigerator is within the detection distance interval, receiving a cocktail instruction; and in the case where the cocktail instruction is received, controlling the operation mode of the refrigerator to be the cocktail mode.

2. The method of claim 1, wherein, Controlling the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the backboard light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game information further comprises: In the case where the game invitation message is an invitation, controlling the terminal device to enter the game.

3. The method of claim 1, wherein, The game achievements comprise winning a most valuable player (MVP) in a ranked match and / or winning the ranked match; Controlling the flashing of the backboard light and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game achievements comprises: In the case where the game achievements are winning the ranked match, controlling the brightness of the transparent screen to change from black to bright, the display content of the transparent screen to be a first e-sports theme, and the backboard light to flash; and / or, In the case where the game achievements are winning the MVP in the ranked match, controlling the display content of the transparent screen to be a second e-sports theme and the backboard light to flash. Controlling the terminal device to automatically order the cocktail ingredients, the ice making module to make ice, the brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and / or the flashing of the backboard light according to the remaining amount of the cocktail ingredients comprises:

4. The method according to any one of claims 1 to 3, characterized in that, Controlling the terminal device to automatically order the cocktail ingredients and / or the ice making module to make ice according to the remaining amount of the cocktail ingredients; Controlling the brightness and display content of the transparent screen and / or the flashing of the backboard light according to the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the ice making completion status of the ice making module. Controlling the brightness and display content of the transparent screen and / or the flashing of the backboard light according to the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients and the ice making completion status of the ice making module comprises:

5. The method of claim 4, wherein, In the case where the delivery status of the cocktail ingredients is completed and the ice making completion status of the ice making module is completed, controlling the brightness and display content of the transparent screen and / or the flashing of the backboard light according to the distance between the user and the refrigerator. The refrigerator comprises a transparent screen for adjustable brightness and display content, a backboard light with adjustable theme color, and an ice making module; 6. An apparatus for controlling a refrigerator, characterized by, The refrigerator and the terminal device communicate with each other; the device comprises: ​ The determining module is configured to determine that the refrigerator operating mode is the e-sports mode or the cocktail mode. The control module is configured to, when the operating mode is the e-sports mode, control the terminal device to enter a game, flashing of the backboard light, and brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to game information; or, when the operating mode is the cocktail mode, control the terminal device to automatically order cocktail ingredients according to a remaining amount of the cocktail ingredients, control the ice making module to make ice, control brightness and display content of the transparent screen, and control flashing of the backboard light. The game information includes a game invitation message and / or game achievements; and the control of the terminal device to enter the game, the flashing of the backboard light, and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game information includes: when the game achievements are obtained, controlling the flashing of the backboard light and the brightness and display content of the transparent screen according to the game achievements when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is in a detection distance range. The operating mode of the refrigerator is determined to be the cocktail mode by: detecting whether the distance between the user and the refrigerator is in a detection distance range during a user habit cocktail time period; receiving a cocktail instruction when the distance between the user and the refrigerator is in the detection distance range; and controlling the operating mode of the refrigerator to be the cocktail mode when the cocktail instruction is received.

7. An apparatus for controlling a refrigerator, comprising a processor and a memory having stored program instructions, characterized in that, The processor is configured to execute the method for controlling the refrigerator according to any one of claims 1 to 5 when the program instructions are executed.

8. A refrigerator characterized by comprising: The refrigerator comprises: a refrigerator body; the device for controlling the refrigerator according to claim 6 or 7 is installed on the refrigerator body.

9. A computer readable storage medium storing program instructions, characterized in that, The program instructions are used to cause the computer to execute the method for controlling the refrigerator according to any one of claims 1 to 5 when executed.

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