Method for controlling household electrical appliance by intelligent terminal and household electrical appliance

Abstract

The invention belongs to the technical field of household appliances, and discloses a method for controlling a household appliance by an intelligent terminal and the household appliance. The household electrical appliance is in communication connection with an intelligent terminal, an application program used for controlling the household electrical appliance is installed on the intelligent terminal, and the method for controlling the household electrical appliance comprises the steps that the intelligent terminal detects that the application program is started and sends a startup instruction to the household electrical appliance. According to the scheme provided by the invention, after the intelligent terminal is in communication connection with the household electrical appliance, the intelligent terminal sends the startup instruction to the household electrical appliance after detecting that the application program for controlling the household electrical appliance is started. According to the scheme, the household electrical appliance does not need to be manually started and then controlled through the intelligent terminal, the household electrical appliance can be automatically started when it is detected that the user opens the application program on the intelligent terminal, and the scheme is more convenient to operate and more intelligent.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention belongs to the field of household appliances, and in particular, relates to a method for controlling a household appliance by an intelligent terminal and the household appliance. Background Art

[0002] At present, smartphones can install various APPs. For smart home appliances, users can download APPs provided by the corresponding brands and control the smart home appliances through APPs.

[0003] Some users only use APP to control smart home appliances, such as controlling the operation of washing machines through APP, while some users will use other functions in APP, such as collecting energy, checking common problems of washing machines, etc. For users who only use APP to control washing machines, they need to manually click the power button on the APP or washing machine every time they wash clothes, which still has some defects compared with smart homes and is not smart enough.

[0004] In view of this, the present invention is proposed. Summary of the invention

[0005] The technical problem to be solved by the present invention is to overcome the deficiencies of the prior art and provide a method for controlling a household appliance by a highly intelligent terminal and the household appliance.

[0006] In order to solve the above technical problems, the basic concept of the technical solution adopted by the present invention is:

[0007] On the one hand, a method for controlling a household appliance by a smart terminal is provided, wherein the household appliance is communicatively connected to the smart terminal, an application for controlling the household appliance is installed on the smart terminal, and the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on command to the household appliance.

[0008] The solution provided by the present invention is that after the smart terminal is connected to the household appliance by communication, the smart terminal detects that the application for controlling the household appliance is started, and then sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance. This solution does not require the household appliance to be manually turned on first and then controlled by the smart terminal. When the user opens the application on the smart terminal, the household appliance can be automatically started. This solution is more convenient and more intelligent.

[0009] Further, obtaining the time when the smart terminal detects the startup of the application;

[0010] Determine the probability that the user uses the household appliance at that time;

[0011] comparing the probability of the user using the household appliance with a preset probability of using the household appliance;

[0012] If the probability of the user using the household appliance is greater than or equal to the preset probability of using the household appliance, a power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance.

[0013] Furthermore, if the probability of the user using the household appliance is less than a preset probability of using the household appliance, no power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance.

[0014] Furthermore, the probability of a user using a household appliance has a corresponding relationship with different time periods;

[0015] Determine the probability of the user using the household appliance at that time, including:

[0016] After obtaining the time when the smart terminal detects the startup of the application, determining the time period in which the time falls;

[0017] The probability of the user using the household appliance corresponding to the time period at the time is determined.

[0018] Furthermore, the smart terminal is bound to the user's identity information;

[0019] The control method further comprises:

[0020] Filter out target users based on their usage habits of home appliances;

[0021] When the smart terminal bound to the identity information of the target user detects that the application is started, it sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance;

[0022] The target users are users who only control home appliances through smart terminals.

[0023] Furthermore, the corresponding relationship between the probability of a user using a household appliance and different time periods is obtained according to the usage habits of the target user.

[0024] Furthermore, the intelligent terminal has the function of automatically sending a power-on command to the household appliance;

[0025] When the function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to a household appliance is enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

[0026] Furthermore, when the function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to the household appliance is not enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and does not send a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

[0027] Further, after sending a power-on command to the household appliance, a prompt is sent whether to control the operation of the household appliance;

[0028] If a control instruction confirming operation is received, an instruction to start operation is sent to the household appliance.

[0029] On the other hand, the present invention further provides a household appliance, wherein the household appliance applies the method for controlling the household appliance by the above-mentioned smart terminal.

[0030] The solution provided by the present invention provides a convenient and practical function for users, that is, the household appliance can be automatically started by opening the application on the smart terminal. The solution provides convenience for users and improves the user experience.

[0031] After adopting the above technical scheme, the present invention has the following beneficial effects compared with the prior art.

[0032] 1. The control method provided by the present invention connects the smart terminal to the household appliance through communication. After the smart terminal detects that the application for controlling the household appliance is started, it sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance. This solution does not require the household appliance to be manually turned on first and then controlled by the smart terminal. When the user opens the application on the smart terminal, the household appliance can be automatically started. This solution is more convenient and smarter to operate.

[0033] 2. The control method provided by the present invention divides a day into different time periods, and different time periods correspond to different probabilities of users using household appliances. When the terminal detects that the application is started, the time when the power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance is obtained, and then the time period in which the time is located is determined, and finally the probability of the user using the household appliance in the time period is determined, and the probability of the user using the household appliance is compared with the preset probability of using the household appliance, and whether to send the power-on instruction to the household appliance is determined according to the comparison result.

[0034] 3. In the control method provided by the present invention, the smart terminal has a function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance, and the user can choose to enable or disable the function. If the function is enabled, when the function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance is enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on command to the household appliance. If the function is not enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and does not send a power-on command to the household appliance. This solution can further meet the needs of users.

[0035] 4. The household appliance provided by the present invention provides a convenient and practical function for users, that is, the household appliance can be automatically started by opening the application on the smart terminal. This solution provides convenience for users and improves the user experience.

[0036] The specific implementation modes of the present invention are further described in detail below in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0037] The accompanying drawings are part of the present invention and are used to provide a further understanding of the present invention. The exemplary embodiments of the present invention and their descriptions are used to explain the present invention, but do not constitute an improper limitation of the present invention. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments. For ordinary technicians in this field, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative work. In the accompanying drawings:

[0038] Figure 1 It is a flow chart of a method for a smart terminal to control a household appliance of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 2 It is a detailed flow chart of a method for controlling household appliances by an intelligent terminal of the present invention.

[0040] It should be noted that these drawings and textual descriptions are not intended to limit the conceptual scope of the present invention in any way, but are intended to illustrate the concept of the present invention for those skilled in the art by referring to specific embodiments. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0041] In order to make the purpose, technical solutions and advantages of the embodiments of the present invention clearer, the technical solutions in the embodiments will be clearly and completely described below in conjunction with the drawings in the embodiments of the present invention. The following embodiments are used to illustrate the present invention but are not used to limit the scope of the present invention.

[0042] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that the directions or positional relationships indicated by terms such as “upper”, “lower”, “front”, “back”, “left”, “right”, “vertical”, “inside” and “outside” are based on the directions or positional relationships shown in the accompanying drawings, and are only for the convenience of describing the present invention and simplifying the description, rather than indicating or implying that the device or element referred to must have a specific direction, be constructed and operated in a specific direction, and therefore cannot be understood as a limitation on the present invention.

[0043] In the description of the present invention, it should be noted that, unless otherwise clearly specified and limited, the terms "installed", "connected", and "connected" should be understood in a broad sense, for example, it can be a fixed connection, a detachable connection, or an integral connection; it can be a mechanical connection or an electrical connection; it can be a direct connection or an indirect connection through an intermediate medium. For ordinary technicians in this field, the specific meanings of the above terms in the present invention can be understood according to specific circumstances.

[0044] like Figure 1 to Figure 2 As shown, the present invention provides a method for controlling a household appliance by an intelligent terminal and the household appliance.

[0045] On the one hand, the household appliance is communicatively connected to a smart terminal, and an application for controlling the household appliance is installed on the smart terminal. The method for controlling the household appliance by the smart terminal includes: the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

[0046] The control method provided by the present invention can automatically start the household appliance when the user opens the application program on the smart terminal. This solution is more convenient and more intelligent to operate.

[0047] On the other hand, the present invention further provides a household appliance, wherein the household appliance applies the method for controlling the household appliance by the above-mentioned smart terminal.

[0048] The solution provided by the present invention provides a convenient and practical function for users, that is, the household appliance can be automatically started by opening the application on the smart terminal. The solution provides convenience for users and improves the user experience.

[0049] Embodiment 1

[0050] like Figure 1 As shown, this embodiment provides a method for a smart terminal to control a household appliance.

[0051] The household appliance is communicatively connected to a smart terminal, an application for controlling the household appliance is installed on the smart terminal, and the method for the smart terminal to control the household appliance includes: the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

[0052] In the control method provided in this embodiment, the household appliance is an appliance that is activated when used according to user needs, for example, a clothing processing device, a dishwasher, and an air conditioner. The smart terminal is a mobile phone. The clothing processing device can be a washing machine, a dryer, or a washer-dryer.

[0053] In this embodiment, a washing machine is used as an example for explanation. The washing machine is connected to a mobile phone for communication, and an application for controlling the washing machine is installed on the mobile phone. When in use, when the mobile phone detects that the application for controlling the washing machine is turned on, it sends a power-on command to the washing machine. After receiving the command, the washing machine turns on.

[0054] This solution does not require the user to manually turn on the washing machine before controlling it through the mobile phone. When it detects that the user has opened the application on the mobile phone, the washing machine can start automatically. This solution is more convenient and smarter to operate.

[0055] The solution of this embodiment also includes: after sending a power-on instruction to the household appliance, sending a prompt whether to control the operation of the household appliance;

[0056] If a control instruction confirming operation is received, an instruction to start operation is sent to the household appliance.

[0057] Specifically, when the mobile phone sends a power-on command to the washing machine, the washing machine starts up according to the command. Then the mobile phone sends a prompt message to the user whether to execute the laundry program. At this time, the user can operate on the application to issue an instruction to execute the laundry program or an instruction not to execute the laundry program. The application sends an instruction to the washing machine whether to run the laundry processing program according to the instruction input by the user, and the washing machine runs according to the control instruction. If the washing machine receives the instruction to run the laundry processing program, the washing machine starts running. If the instruction to run the laundry processing program is not received or the instruction not to run the laundry processing program is received, the washing machine only remains turned on and does not run.

[0058] In another solution of this embodiment, when the mobile phone sends a power-on instruction to the washing machine, the washing machine directly starts up according to the power-on instruction, and then automatically executes the washing program without waiting for other instructions.

[0059] This solution is particularly suitable for users who put clothes into the washing machine in advance. When the washing operation needs to be performed, the washing machine can be turned on directly and the washing operation can be performed automatically by directly opening the application on the mobile phone. This solution is easy to operate and has a high degree of intelligence, which improves the user experience.

[0060] In another solution of this embodiment, when the mobile phone sends a power-on command to the washing machine, the washing machine directly performs a power-on operation according to the power-on command, and then waits for a preset time. If the washing machine does not receive other control commands within the preset time, the washing machine directly automatically executes the washing program. The preset time can be set by the user.

[0061] The solution of this embodiment also includes: binding the smart terminal with the identity information of the user;

[0062] The control method further comprises:

[0063] Filter out target users based on their usage habits of home appliances;

[0064] When the smart terminal bound to the identity information of the target user detects that the application is started, it sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance;

[0065] The target users are users who only control home appliances through smart terminals.

[0066] The following is a detailed description of the above scheme:

[0067] In the scheme provided in this embodiment, the user can download the application provided by the washing machine brand on the mobile phone, enter the user information and washing machine information on the application, and the user can control the washing machine through the application on the mobile phone. In the process of using the application on the mobile phone, some users only control the operation of the washing machine through the application on the mobile phone, while some users do not control the operation of the washing machine through the application on the mobile phone. They only view other functions through the application, such as collection capacity, viewing the remaining time of washing, etc. The scheme provided in this embodiment is to screen out target users based on the usage habits of several users for washing machines. The target users are users who only control the washing machine through mobile phones. During use, when it is detected that the target user opens the application on the mobile phone, a power-on instruction is sent to the washing machine. If it is detected that the application on the mobile phone is not opened by the target user, the power-on instruction is not sent to the washing machine. In other words, this scheme is suitable for target users who only use the application on the mobile phone to control the operation of the washing machine, and the rest of the people are not suitable for the control method provided in this embodiment.

[0068] like Figure 2 As shown, the solution of this embodiment also includes: obtaining the time when the smart terminal detects the startup of the application;

[0069] Determine the probability that the user uses the household appliance at that time;

[0070] comparing the probability of the user using the household appliance with a preset probability of using the household appliance;

[0071] If the probability of the user using the household appliance is greater than or equal to the preset probability of using the household appliance, a power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance.

[0072] If the probability of the user using the household appliance is less than the preset probability of using the household appliance, no power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance.

[0073] Furthermore, the probability of a user using a household appliance has a corresponding relationship with different time periods;

[0074] Determine the probability of the user using the household appliance at that time, including:

[0075] After obtaining the time when the smart terminal detects the startup of the application, determining the time period in which the time falls;

[0076] The probability of the user using the household appliance corresponding to the time period at the time is determined.

[0077] The corresponding relationship between the probability of users using home appliances and different time periods is obtained based on the usage habits of target users.

[0078] The following is a detailed description of the above scheme:

[0079] Divide a day into different time periods. When the target user performs laundry operations, the application records the time of performing the laundry operations, and then determines the time period in which the time falls and records it. Record the time when the target user performs laundry operations for multiple days, and then count the probability of the target user using home appliances in different time periods. In other words, summarize the probability of users using home appliances in different time periods based on their usage habits.

[0080] During use, when it is detected that the target user has opened the application on the mobile phone, the mobile phone sends a power-on command to the washing machine. The time when the mobile phone sends the power-on command to the washing machine is obtained, and it is determined which time period the time is in, and the probability of the user using the household appliance corresponding to the time period is determined. Then the determined probability of the user using the household appliance is compared with the preset probability of using the processing device, and it is determined whether to send a power-on command to the household appliance based on the comparison result. If the probability of the user using the household appliance in the time period is greater than or equal to the preset probability of using the household appliance, a power-on command is sent to the household appliance. If the probability of the user using the household appliance in the time period is less than the preset probability of using the household appliance, no power-on command is sent to the household appliance, and the household appliance continues to remain in the off state.

[0081] The following is an example:

[0082] Take every two hours as a time period, and divide 24 hours into 12 time periods. When the target user performs laundry operations, record the time of performing the laundry operations and match the corresponding time period. For example, if the user uses the washing machine to perform laundry operations at 5 pm, determine the time period that 5 pm is in. For example, count the different times when the target user performs laundry operations for 30 days, and finally calculate the probability of the user using home appliances in each time period and save it.

[0083] Then set a preset probability of using household appliances, for example, the preset probability of using household appliances is 70%. When the mobile phone detects that the application is started, the probability of the user using household appliances is compared with the preset probability of using household appliances. For example, the user opens the application for controlling the washing machine on the mobile phone at 7 pm. The system determines that the probability of the user using household appliances in the time period at that time is 80%. The 80% is compared with the preset 70% of using the clothing treatment program. If it is greater than the preset probability, the mobile phone is controlled to send a power-on instruction to the washing machine. If the user opens the application for controlling the washing machine on the mobile phone at 11 pm, the system determines that the probability of the user using the household appliances in the time period at that time is 30%. The 30% is compared with the preset 70% of using the clothing treatment program. If it is less than the preset probability, the mobile phone is controlled not to send a power-on instruction to the washing machine, so that the washing machine continues to remain in the off state.

[0084] The solution provided in this embodiment takes into account that even if it is a target user, opening the application on the mobile phone may not necessarily control the operation of the washing machine, but may also control the washing machine to perform other operations. Therefore, this solution modifies the above solution, so as to better meet the needs of users and improve the user experience.

[0085] The solution of this embodiment also includes: the intelligent terminal has a function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to the household appliance;

[0086] When the function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to a household appliance is enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

[0087] When the function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to the household appliance is not enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and does not send a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

[0088] The smart terminal is provided with a function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance. More specifically, the application on the mobile phone has the function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance. When the function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance is enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on command to the household appliance. In other words, when the function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance is enabled, after detecting that a user has opened the application for controlling a washing machine on the mobile phone, a power-on control command is sent to the washing machine.

[0089] When the function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance is not enabled, that is, when the function is turned off, the intelligent terminal detects that the application is started and does not send a power-on command to the household appliance. In other words, when the function of automatically sending a power-on command to a household appliance is turned off, after detecting that the user has opened the application for controlling the washing machine on the mobile phone, the power-on control command is not sent to the washing machine.

[0090] Similarly, for dishwashers, some users only control the operation of the dishwasher through the application on their mobile phones, while some users do not control the operation of the dishwasher through the application on their mobile phones. They only view other functions through the application, such as checking the remaining washing time. Moreover, the time when users use the dishwasher is in a certain time period, such as the time after breakfast, lunch, and dinner. The probability of using the dishwasher at other times is relatively small. The corresponding relationship between the probability of using the dishwasher and different time periods can be summarized based on the usage habits of the target users. Therefore, the control method provided in this embodiment is applicable to the dishwasher.

[0091] For air conditioners, some users only control the operation of the air conditioner through the application on their mobile phones, while some users do not control the operation of the air conditioner through the application on their mobile phones. They only view other functions through the application, such as checking the temperature of the air conditioner. Similarly, the time when users use the air conditioner is also limited to a certain period of time. For example, for ordinary users with two days off a week, the air conditioner may be turned on all day on the weekend, or it may also be turned on at night on weekdays. The probability of turning on the air conditioner at other times is relatively low. The corresponding relationship between the probability of using the air conditioner and different time periods can be summarized according to the usage habits of the target users. Therefore, the control method provided in this embodiment is also applicable to air conditioners.

[0092] The solution provided in this embodiment allows users to determine whether to turn on or off the function in the application on the smart terminal according to their own usage requirements, thereby meeting different personalized needs of users and improving the user experience.

[0093] Embodiment 2

[0094] This embodiment provides a method for a smart terminal to control a home appliance.

[0095] The method provided in this embodiment is a further description based on the solutions of the above embodiments.

[0096] The solution of this embodiment includes: after the smart terminal detects that the application is started, it determines the state of the home appliance, and determines whether to send a power-on instruction to the home appliance according to the state of the home appliance.

[0097] That is, when the application is detected to be started, the power-on command is not sent to the home appliance first, but the state of the home appliance is detected first, for example, whether the home appliance is connected to the smart terminal for communication, and if the home appliance and the smart terminal are in the communication connection state, a power-on command is sent to the home appliance.

[0098] In another solution of this embodiment, when the application is detected to be started, the power-on command is not sent to the home appliance first, but the running state of the home appliance is detected first. For example, the current running state of the home appliance is detected. If the home appliance is in the running process, it means that the target user does not want to control the home appliance to execute the clothing processing program through the smart terminal, but wants to check the running state of the home appliance. At this time, there is no need to send a power-on control command to the home appliance.

[0099] Embodiment 3

[0100] This embodiment provides a household appliance.

[0101] The household appliance applies the method for controlling the household appliance by the smart terminal described in the above embodiment.

[0102] The household appliance described in this embodiment is a clothes processing device, a dishwasher, an air conditioner, etc., and the household appliance is connected to a mobile phone for communication. The mobile phone is installed with an application for controlling the household appliance. When in use, when the mobile phone detects that the application for controlling the household appliance is turned on, it sends a power-on command to the washing machine. The washing machine turns on after receiving the command.

[0103] The solution provided in this embodiment provides a convenient and practical function for users, that is, the household appliance can be automatically started by opening the application on the smart terminal. The household appliance provides convenience for users and improves the user experience.

[0104] The above is only a preferred embodiment of the present invention, and does not limit the present invention in any form. Although the present invention has been disclosed as a preferred embodiment, it is not used to limit the present invention. Any technician familiar with this patent can make some changes or modify the technical contents suggested above into equivalent embodiments without departing from the scope of the technical solution of the present invention. However, any simple modification, equivalent change and modification made to the above embodiments according to the technical essence of the present invention without departing from the content of the technical solution of the present invention still fall within the scope of the solution of the present invention.

Claims

1. A method for controlling a household appliance by a smart terminal, wherein the household appliance is connected to the smart terminal for communication, and an application for controlling the household appliance is installed on the smart terminal, characterized in that: The intelligent terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

2. The method for controlling household appliances by a smart terminal according to claim 1, characterized in that: Obtaining the time when the smart terminal detects the startup of the application; Determine the probability that the user uses the household appliance at that time; comparing the probability of the user using the household appliance with a preset probability of using the household appliance; If the probability of the user using the household appliance is greater than or equal to the preset probability of using the household appliance, a power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance.

3. The method for controlling household appliances by a smart terminal according to claim 2, characterized in that: If the probability of the user using the household appliance is less than the preset probability of using the household appliance, no power-on instruction is sent to the household appliance.

4. The method for controlling household appliances by a smart terminal according to claim 2, characterized in that: The probability of users using household appliances has a corresponding relationship with different time periods; Determine the probability of the user using the household appliance at that time, including: After obtaining the time when the smart terminal detects the startup of the application, determining the time period in which the time falls; The probability of the user using the household appliance corresponding to the time period at the time is determined.

5. The method for controlling household appliances by a smart terminal according to claim 4, characterized in that: The smart terminal is bound to the user's identity information; The control method further comprises: Filter out target users based on their usage habits of home appliances; When the smart terminal bound to the identity information of the target user detects that the application is started, it sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance; The target users are users who only control home appliances through smart terminals.

6. The method for controlling household appliances by a smart terminal according to claim 5, characterized in that: The corresponding relationship between the probability of users using home appliances and different time periods is obtained based on the usage habits of target users.

7. The method for controlling a household appliance by a smart terminal according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: The intelligent terminal has the function of automatically sending power-on instructions to household appliances; When the function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to a household appliance is enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and sends a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

8. The method for controlling household appliances by a smart terminal according to claim 7, characterized in that: When the function of automatically sending a power-on instruction to the household appliance is not enabled, the smart terminal detects that the application is started and does not send a power-on instruction to the household appliance.

9. The method for controlling a household appliance by a smart terminal according to any one of claims 1 to 6, characterized in that: After sending a power-on command to a household appliance, a prompt is sent to ask whether to control the operation of the household appliance; If a control instruction confirming operation is received, an instruction to start operation is sent to the household appliance.

10. A household appliance, characterized in that: The household appliance applies the method for controlling the household appliance by a smart terminal as described in any one of claims 1 to 9.

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