Intelligent switch panel, control method and control device thereof and intelligent home system

Abstract

The invention discloses an intelligent switch panel, a control method and a control device thereof, and an intelligent household system, and relates to the technical field of household equipment. According to the invention, the noise distribution in the environment is comprehensively determined through the conduction of the detection switch loop formed when the vibration amplitude of the metal plectrum is relatively large and the on-off of the detection switch loop formed when the vibration amplitude of the metal plectrum is relatively small. In a noisy environment, the voice receiving intensity of the voice recognition module is enhanced, so that a voice instruction sent by a user can be received more accurately. In a quiet environment, the voice receiving intensity of the voice recognition module is weakened, or the voice recognition module is made to sleep. Therefore, the situation that heating of electronic components of the voice recognition module is intensified due to the high-sensitivity voice receiving state can be avoided, and the service life of the intelligent switch panel is prolonged.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The present invention relates to the technical field of home appliances, and in particular to an intelligent switch panel, a control method thereof, a control device and an intelligent home system. Background Art

[0002] Smart switch panels are devices that utilize control, communication, and sensor technologies to achieve intelligent control of electrical equipment. With the advancement of smart switch panel technology, some now incorporate voice recognition modules. These modules recognize user voice commands and transmit the corresponding remote control signals to the electrical equipment through the smart switch panel, thereby controlling the relevant equipment.

[0003] However, when the radio module in the voice recognition module is working, its electronic components will produce certain losses and heat due to current flow, signal processing, etc. The smart switch panel needs to maintain a high-sensitivity radio state for a long time when working, which will cause the electronic components of the voice recognition module to heat up more, thereby shortening the service life of the smart switch panel. Summary of the Invention

[0004] In view of the problem that smart switch panels with integrated voice control functions have a short service life due to maintaining a high-sensitivity sound receiving state for a long time, the present invention is proposed to provide a smart switch panel, a control method for a smart switch panel, a control device for a smart switch panel, and a smart home system that overcome the above problem or at least partially solve the above problem.

[0005] According to a first aspect of the present invention, an intelligent switch panel is provided, comprising:

[0006] Panel upper housing;

[0007] A panel lower shell, wherein the panel lower shell is provided with an accommodating cavity, and the accommodating cavity is closed by the panel upper shell;

[0008] a control panel, the control panel being located in the accommodating cavity;

[0009] A signal converter, the signal converter is electrically connected to the control board, and the signal converter includes a detection switch circuit;

[0010] A metal pick is connected to the upper shell of the panel, wherein the metal pick vibrates under the action of sound waves to press the switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on and off of the detection switch circuit.

[0011] In an optional invention, the metal pick is located on the side of the panel upper shell near the control board, wherein the panel upper shell is provided with a first detection hole adapted to the position of the metal pick. And / or,

[0012] The panel lower shell is provided with a second detection hole adapted to the position of the metal pick.

[0013] According to an optional aspect of the invention, the thickness of the metal pick is set to be between 10 microns and 100 microns.

[0014] According to an optional invention, the material used to make the metal pick includes titanium.

[0015] An optional invention content is that the number of the metal paddles is set to at least four, and the number of the signal converters is adapted to the number of the metal paddles; wherein,

[0016] At least four metal picks are distributed on four sides of the end surface of the panel upper shell close to the control board.

[0017] An optional invention content is that the intelligent switch panel further includes a colored gas plate, which is arranged on the end surface of the control panel close to the metal paddle and is electrically connected to the control panel.

[0018] An optional invention content is that the signal converter is inserted into the non-ferrous gas plate.

[0019] According to an optional invention, the intelligent switch panel further includes a power board, which is disposed in the accommodating cavity and electrically connected to the control board.

[0020] An optional invention content, the intelligent switch panel further includes a partition, and the partition is located between the control board and the power board.

[0021] Based on the second aspect of the present invention, a control method for an intelligent switch panel is also provided, the control method comprising:

[0022] receiving vibration-related data of the metal pick detected by the signal converter;

[0023] Determining noise distribution data of an environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data;

[0024] Adjust the sound receiving state of the speech recognition module according to the noise distribution data.

[0025] In an optional invention, adjusting the sound reception state of the speech recognition module according to the noise distribution data includes:

[0026] If the noise distribution data meets the sleep noise condition, adjusting the sound receiving module to enter a sleep state;

[0027] If the noise distribution data meets the enhanced noise condition, adjusting the sound receiving module to enter the enhanced sound receiving state;

[0028] If the noise distribution data does not meet the dormant noise condition and does not meet the enhanced noise condition, the sound reception module is adjusted to enter an initial sound reception state, wherein the sound reception intensity associated with the initial sound reception state is less than the sound reception intensity associated with the enhanced sound reception state.

[0029] According to a third aspect of the present invention, a control device for an intelligent switch panel is further provided, wherein the intelligent switch panel includes the intelligent switch panel according to any one of the above inventions, and further includes a voice recognition module. The control device includes:

[0030] a data receiving module, configured to receive vibration-related data of the metal pick detected by the signal converter;

[0031] an environmental noise determination module, configured to determine noise distribution data of the environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data;

[0032] The sound reception adjustment module is used to adjust the sound reception status of the speech recognition module according to the noise distribution data.

[0033] Based on the fourth aspect of the present invention, a smart home system is further provided, which includes the smart home system as described in any one of the above inventions.

[0034] Compared to the prior art, the present invention includes a panel upper housing, a panel lower housing, a control board, a signal converter, a metal paddle, and a voice recognition module. The panel lower housing is provided with a receiving cavity, which is enclosed by the panel upper housing. The control board is located within the receiving cavity. The signal converter is electrically connected to the control board and includes a detection switch circuit. The metal paddle is connected to the panel upper housing. When subjected to sound waves, the metal paddle vibrates, pressing a switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on / off state of the detection switch circuit. The voice recognition module is electrically connected to the control board, which adjusts the voice recognition module's sound reception status based on the on / off signal from the detection switch circuit. Thus, the noise distribution in the environment can be comprehensively determined by determining whether the detection switch circuit is on when the metal paddle's vibration amplitude is large, or on / off when the vibration amplitude is small. In noisy environments, the sound reception is enhanced. In quiet environments, the sound reception of the voice recognition module is weakened or put into hibernation. This improves the service life of the intelligent switch panel.

[0035] The above description is only an overview of the technical solution of the present invention. In order to more clearly understand the technical means of the present invention, it can be implemented in accordance with the contents of the specification. In order to make the above and other purposes, features and advantages of the present invention more obvious and easy to understand, the specific implementation methods of the present invention are specifically listed below. BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0036] Various other advantages and benefits will become apparent to those skilled in the art upon reading the detailed description of the preferred embodiment below. The accompanying drawings are for illustration purposes only and are not to be construed as limiting the present invention. The same reference numerals are used throughout the accompanying drawings to denote the same components.

[0037] In the attached figure:

[0038] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the exploded structure of an intelligent switch panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0039] Figure 2 This is a partial structural diagram of an intelligent switch panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0040] Figure 3 yes Figure 2 A schematic diagram of the structure at point A in the middle;

[0041] Figure 4 This is a block diagram of the electrical connection structure of an intelligent switch panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0042] Figure 5This is a schematic block diagram of the system architecture of a smart home system provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0043] Figure 6 This is a schematic flow chart of the steps of a control method for an intelligent switch panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0044] Figure 7 This is a schematic flow chart of another method for controlling an intelligent switch panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0045] Figure 8 This is a block diagram of a structure diagram of a control device for an intelligent switch panel provided by an embodiment of the present invention;

[0046] Figure numerals: 1. upper shell of panel; 2. lower shell of panel; 201, accommodating cavity; 3. control board; 4. signal converter; 5. metal pick; 6. voice recognition module; 7. non-ferrous gas board; 8. power board; 9. partition. DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0047] Exemplary embodiments of the present invention will be described in more detail below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Although exemplary embodiments of the present invention are shown in the accompanying drawings, it should be understood that the present invention can be implemented in various forms and should not be limited by the embodiments set forth herein. Rather, these embodiments are provided to enable a more thorough understanding of the present invention and to fully convey the scope of the present invention to those skilled in the art.

[0048] Smart switch panels are devices that utilize control, communication, and sensor technologies to achieve intelligent control of electrical equipment. Furthermore, with the advancement of smart switch panel technology, some now incorporate voice recognition modules, which recognize user voice commands and transmit corresponding remote control signals to the electrical equipment, thereby controlling the equipment accordingly.

[0049] However, when the radio module in the voice recognition module is working, its electronic components will produce certain losses and heat due to current flow, signal processing, etc. The smart switch panel needs to maintain a high-sensitivity radio state for a long time when working, which will cause the electronic components of the voice recognition module to heat up more, thereby shortening the service life of the smart switch panel.

[0050] To address the above technical issues, an embodiment of the present invention is proposed. This embodiment includes a panel upper housing 1, a panel lower housing 2, a control board 3, a signal converter 4, a metal paddle 5, and a voice recognition module 6. The panel lower housing 2 is provided with a housing cavity 201, which is enclosed by the panel upper housing 1. The control board 3 is located within the housing cavity 201. The signal converter 4 is electrically connected to the control board 3 and includes a detection switch circuit. The metal paddle 5 is connected to the panel upper housing 1. When subjected to sound waves, the metal paddle 5 vibrates, pressing against a switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on / off state of the detection switch circuit. The voice recognition module 6 is electrically connected to the control board 3. The control board 3 adjusts the voice recognition module 6's reception state based on the on / off signal from the detection switch circuit. Thus, the noise distribution in the environment can be comprehensively determined by determining whether the detection switch circuit is on when the vibration amplitude of the metal paddle 5 is large, or on when the vibration amplitude is small. This enhances the reception strength in noisy environments. In a quiet environment, the sound reception strength of the voice recognition module 6 is reduced, or the voice recognition module 6 is put into sleep mode, thereby increasing the service life of the intelligent switch panel.

[0051] Reference Figure 1-4 , an embodiment of the present invention provides an intelligent switch panel, which may include a panel upper shell 1, a panel lower shell 2, a control board 3, a metal paddle 5 and a voice recognition module 6. The panel lower shell 2 is provided with a accommodating cavity 201, and the accommodating cavity 201 is closed by the panel upper shell 1. The control board 3 is located in the accommodating cavity 201, the signal converter 4 is electrically connected to the control board 3, and the signal converter 4 includes a detection switch circuit. The metal paddle 5 is connected to the panel upper shell 1, wherein the metal paddle 5 vibrates under the action of sound waves to press the switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on and off of the detection switch circuit. The voice recognition module 6 is electrically connected to the control board 3, and the control board 3 adjusts the reception state of the voice recognition module 6 according to the on and off signal of the detection switch circuit.

[0052] In an embodiment of the present invention, the panel lower housing 2 can be recessed to form the accommodating cavity 201, wherein the accommodating cavity 201 is used to provide assembly space for the relevant components of the intelligent switch panel. The panel upper housing 1 and the panel lower housing 2 are installed and matched, thereby enclosing the accommodating cavity 201 by the panel upper housing 1. The panel upper housing 1 and the panel lower housing 2 can be fixed in a detachable manner. In some embodiments, the panel upper housing 1 and the panel lower housing 2 can be fixed by snapping. Alternatively, the panel upper housing 1 and the panel lower housing 2 can be fixed by bolts.

[0053] The control board 3 is installed in the housing 201 and is a weak current board. The control board 3 primarily processes and transmits low-voltage, low-current signals. Furthermore, the control board 3 can transmit relevant signals to other related electrical devices, thereby achieving intelligent control of the electrical devices.

[0054] The signal converter 4 is used to convert the vibration signal of the metal pick 5 into an electrical signal. The signal converter 4 includes a detection switch circuit, which can be understood as a closed path that includes a switch element and can realize circuit on / off control. The metal pick 5 can be a thin metal sheet, which can be driven to vibrate at different frequencies or amplitudes through air fluctuations caused by sound waves from a sound source in the environment. In one or more embodiments, the metal pick 5 can be a metal film, or the metal pick 5 can be a film coated with a metal layer. The metal pick 5 is mounted on the panel upper shell 1. For example, the metal pick 5 can be snapped onto the panel upper shell 1.

[0055] The switch element in the detection switch circuit is positioned toward the metal paddle 5 and spaced apart from the metal sheet. In some embodiments, when the metal paddle 5 is positioned parallel to the surface of the panel upper housing 1, the switch element can be positioned perpendicular to the metal paddle 5. Thus, when the metal paddle 5 is driven by sound waves and vibrates, the switch element can be pressed when the vibration amplitude is large, thereby energizing the detection switch circuit.

[0056] If the smart switch panel is located in a noisy environment, such as one or more users continuously emitting sound waves when speaking, and the sound waves cause large fluctuations in the air pressure, the metal pick 5 will vibrate at a high frequency and with a large amplitude. In this case, the metal pick 5 will frequently press against the switch element during vibration. The electrical signal detected by the signal converter 4 indicates that the detection switch circuit is frequently energized in a short period of time.

[0057] If the environment in which the smart switch panel is located is quiet (for example, the user is sleeping, or there is no one in the environment), the micro-pressure fluctuations in the air caused by the sound waves in the environment are very small. As a result, the vibration frequency of the metal pick 5 is low and the vibration amplitude is small. At this time, the vibration amplitude of the metal pick 5 is not enough to contact the switch element, or is not enough to form a pressure contact on the switch element. The electrical signal detected by the signal converter 4 is that the detection switch circuit remains disconnected or is occasionally energized.

[0058] The speech recognition module 6 is an electronic device component that can convert speech signals into text or execute specific instructions. The speech recognition module 6 first collects speech signals through the sound receiving module, converts them into electrical signals, and then digitizes the electrical signals to convert them into digital signals that can be processed by the computer. Next, the speech recognition module 6 will extract features from the digital signals, match and compare the extracted features with pre-stored speech models or dictionaries, use specific algorithms to identify the content in the speech, and finally output recognition results, such as text information or corresponding control instructions. Among them, the sound receiving module usually includes one or more microphones. The speech recognition module 6 is electrically connected to the control, so that the text information or related control instructions obtained by speech recognition can be sent to the control board 3.

[0059] The control board 3 can adjust the sound reception state of the voice recognition module 6 according to the electrical signal transmitted by the signal converter 4. For example, the electrical signal transmitted by the signal converter 4 is: the detection switch circuit is frequently energized in a short period of time. It is determined that the noise in the current environment is large and sound reception enhancement is required, so that the sound source instruction issued by the user can be accurately detected. For another example, the electrical signal transmitted by the signal is: the detection switch circuit remains disconnected or is occasionally energized. It is determined that the noise in the current environment is very small and the user is resting or going out. In this way, the sound reception module can enter a dormant state, avoiding the sound reception module from maintaining a high-sensitivity sound reception state for a long time, resulting in a short service life. In this way, the intelligent switch panel can be effectively protected, energy consumption can be saved, and the service life of the intelligent switch panel can be extended.

[0060] The above-mentioned smart switch panel can be controlled by sound source and physical buttons. In some embodiments, the smart switch panel can also communicate with a cloud service end or a client terminal, thereby realizing remote control of the smart switch panel and enriching the instruction generation function of the smart switch panel.

[0061] In an optional embodiment of the invention, referring to Figure 2 and Figure 3As shown, the metal paddle 5 is located on the side of the panel upper housing 1 near the control board 3, wherein the panel upper housing 1 is provided with a first detection hole adapted to the position of the metal paddle 5. And / or, the panel lower housing 2 is provided with a second detection hole adapted to the position of the metal paddle 5.

[0062] In this embodiment of the present invention, the metal pick 5 is located on the side of the panel upper housing 1 near the control board 3, that is, the metal pick 5 is located within the accommodating cavity 201. When sound waves encounter the panel upper housing 1 or the panel lower housing 2 and enter the accommodating cavity 201, the housing blocks the sound waves, reducing the intensity of the air pressure fluctuations. This reduces the accuracy of the metal pick 5 in detecting the noise level in the environment.

[0063] In one or more embodiments, a first detection hole is defined in the panel upper housing 1 at a location corresponding to the metal pick 5. This first detection hole allows sound waves to enter the accommodating cavity 201. Sound waves, whose intensity is not reduced by the panel upper housing 1, can directly drive the metal pick 5 to vibrate, thereby improving the detection accuracy of the metal pick 5.

[0064] In other embodiments, a second detection hole is provided in the panel lower housing 2 at a location corresponding to the metal paddle 5. This second detection hole allows sound waves to enter the accommodating cavity 201. Sound waves, whose intensity is not reduced by the panel lower housing 2, can directly drive the metal paddle 5 to vibrate. This improves the detection accuracy of the metal paddle 5. Those skilled in the art may determine whether to provide the first detection hole, the second detection hole, or both, based on the specific installation direction and location of the metal paddle 5. This is not intended to be limiting.

[0065] In an optional embodiment of the invention, the thickness of the metal pick 5 is set between 10 microns and 100 microns.

[0066] In an embodiment of the present invention, the thickness of the metal paddle 5 is set between 10 microns and 100 microns. For example, the thickness of the metal paddle 5 can be 10 microns, 30 microns, 50 microns, 80 microns, and 100 microns. If the production process is satisfactory, the thickness of the metal paddle 5 can be relatively thin (also called a metal film), so that the air fluctuations caused by the sound waves can be accurately detected. If the thickness of the metal paddle 5 exceeds 100 microns, it is too thick, and the metal paddle 5 has a certain rigidity, which reduces the detection effect of the air fluctuations detected by amplitude.

[0067] In an optional embodiment of the invention, the material used to make the metal pick 5 includes titanium.

[0068] In this embodiment of the present invention, the metal paddle 5 is made of titanium, which facilitates production and processing to form thin films with micron-level thickness. Furthermore, the titanium metal paddle 5 exhibits excellent rigidity. During vibration, the metal paddle 5 can press against the switch element to activate it, and is not prone to deformation, further improving the accuracy of noise distribution in the environment.

[0069] In an optional embodiment of the invention, the number of the metal paddles 5 is set to at least four, and the number of the signal converters 4 is adapted to the number of the metal paddles 5. The at least four metal paddles 5 are distributed on four sides of the end surface of the panel upper housing 1 close to the control board 3.

[0070] In this embodiment of the present invention, when the number of metal paddles 5 is at least four, the number of corresponding signal converters 4 matches the number of metal paddles 5. That is, the switch elements in the detection switch circuit of the signal converter 4 must cooperate with the metal paddles 5 in the corresponding positions to convert the vibration signals of the sound waves into electrical signals for transmission to the control board 3. At least four metal paddles 5 are distributed on the four sides of the end surface of the panel upper housing 1 near the control board 3. This means that at least one metal paddle 5 is installed on each of the four sides of the control board 3. Different interfaces connecting different signal converters 4 to the control board 3 allow the corresponding location of each metal paddle 5 in the environment to be distinguished. This allows detection of noise distribution in different locations in the environment, further enabling precise adjustment of the sound reception status of the voice recognition module 6. Furthermore, pairing multiple metal paddles 5 with signal converters 4 can improve detection accuracy and fault tolerance. For example, if one signal converter 4 fails, the remaining signal converters 4 can serve as a backup and simultaneously detect noise distribution in the environment.

[0071] In an optional embodiment of the invention, referring to Figure 1 and Figure 2 As shown, the intelligent switch panel further includes a non-ferrous gas plate 7 , which is disposed on the end surface of the control board 3 close to the metal paddle 5 and is electrically connected to the control board 3 .

[0072] In this embodiment of the present invention, the colored gas panel 7, also known as a neon panel, can be mounted on the end surface of the control panel 3 near the metal paddle 5 and removably connected to the control panel 3. The colored gas panel 7 is also electrically connected to the control panel 3. A vacuum glass tube is provided on the colored gas panel 7. The vacuum glass tube is filled with an inert gas such as neon or argon, and electrodes are mounted at both ends, electrically connected to the control panel 3. When power is applied, the gas within the tube is ionized by the electric field, generating free electrons and ions. These particles collide with gas atoms, causing electrons in the atoms to transition to higher energy levels. When electrons return from high energy levels to lower energy levels, they radiate photons, thereby emitting light of different colors. Consequently, after the control panel 3 executes a control command, the colored gas panel 7 can be controlled to change color, providing feedback to the user through the color change indicating the command response. The panel upper housing 1 includes a slot for the light from the colored gas panel 7 to pass through.

[0073] In an optional embodiment of the invention, referring to Figure 2 As shown, the signal converter 4 is inserted into the non-ferrous gas plate 7. The signal converter 4 being inserted into the non-ferrous gas plate 7 can also be understood as the signal converter 4 completely penetrating the non-ferrous gas plate 7. For example, the signal converter 4 can be snap-fitted to the non-ferrous gas plate 7. In another example, the signal converter 4 and the non-ferrous gas plate 7 are secured using fasteners such as bolts and screws.

[0074] In an optional embodiment of the invention, referring to Figure 1 As shown, the intelligent switch panel further includes a power board 8 , which is disposed in the accommodating cavity 201 and electrically connected to the control board 3 .

[0075] In an embodiment of the present invention, the power board 8 is a high-voltage board primarily responsible for transmitting and controlling high-voltage, high-current electricity. Furthermore, the power board 8 is disposed within the accommodating cavity 201. In one or more embodiments, the power board 8 can be detachably connected to the panel lower housing 2. For example, the power board 8 can be snap-fastened to the panel lower housing 2. Alternatively, the power board 8 can be secured to the panel lower housing 2 via fasteners such as bolts. The power board 8 is electrically connected to the control board 3. This allows power to be distributed to corresponding electrical devices, such as lighting fixtures and air conditioners, based on instructions transmitted by the control board 3, enabling power supply control to these devices, thereby meeting the normal operation requirements of various household appliances. Furthermore, if a fault such as an overload or short circuit occurs in the control circuit, the power board 8 can promptly cut off power, protecting the electrical devices and circuits and preventing safety incidents such as electrical fires.

[0076] In an optional embodiment of the invention, referring to Figure 1 As shown, the intelligent switch panel further includes a partition 9 , which is located between the control board 3 and the power board 8 .

[0077] In this embodiment of the present invention, the partition 9 has a certain structural strength. It is disposed between the control board 3 and the power board 8, providing isolation and support for the control board 3 and the power board 8. Furthermore, the provision of the partition 9 reduces the transfer of heat generated by the power board 8 during operation to the control board 3, preventing overheating of components integrated into the control board 3, which could affect the operational stability and service life of the control board 3. Furthermore, the partition 9 provides excellent insulation, preventing electrical conduction between the control board 3 and the power board 8, thereby improving the electrical safety factor of the intelligent switch panel.

[0078] In summary, embodiments of the present invention disclose an intelligent switch panel, which may include an upper panel housing 1, a lower panel housing 2, a control board 3, a signal converter 4, a metal paddle 5, and a voice recognition module 6. The lower panel housing 2 is provided with a housing cavity 201, which is enclosed by the upper panel housing 1. The control board 3 is located within the housing cavity 201. The signal converter 4 is electrically connected to the control board 3 and includes a detection switch circuit. The metal paddle 5 is connected to the upper panel housing 1. When subjected to sound waves, the metal paddle 5 vibrates, pressing against a switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on / off state of the detection switch circuit. The voice recognition module 6 is electrically connected to the control board 3, which adjusts the voice recognition module 6's reception state based on the on / off signal from the detection switch circuit. Thus, the noise distribution in the environment can be comprehensively determined by determining whether the detection switch circuit is on when the vibration amplitude of the metal paddle 5 is large, or on when the vibration amplitude is small. In a noisy environment, the sound reception strength is enhanced. In a quiet environment, the sound reception strength of the voice recognition module 6 is weakened, or the voice recognition module 6 is put into sleep mode, thereby increasing the service life of the intelligent switch panel.

[0079] Reference Figure 5 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention further discloses a smart home system, which may include a smart switch panel as described in any of the above-mentioned embodiments of the invention, and at least one smart electrical device communicatively connected to the smart switch panel.

[0080] In the embodiments of the present invention, a smart home system utilizes computer technology, network communication technology, integrated wiring technology, sensor technology, and other technologies to organically integrate various subsystems related to home life, making home life more comfortable, safe, and convenient. Among them, the smart switch panel is a key component of the smart home system. Users can control single or multiple smart electrical devices through touch, keystrokes, voice, and cloud-based control of the smart switch panel.

[0081] The smart electrical appliances may include but are not limited to: smart lamps, air conditioners, televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, cameras, etc.

[0082] In one or more embodiments, the smart home system may further include a sensing hardware device electrically connected to the smart switch panel.

[0083] In summary, embodiments of the present invention disclose a smart switch panel and smart home system. These embodiments may include a panel upper housing 1, a panel lower housing 2, a control board 3, a signal converter 4, a metal paddle 5, and a voice recognition module 6. The panel lower housing 2 is provided with a housing cavity 201, which is enclosed by the panel upper housing 1. The control board 3 is located within the housing cavity 201. The signal converter 4 is electrically connected to the control board 3 and includes a detection switch circuit. The metal paddle 5 is connected to the panel upper housing 1. When subjected to sound waves, the metal paddle 5 vibrates, pressing against a switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on / off state of the detection switch circuit. The voice recognition module 6 is electrically connected to the control board 3, which adjusts the sound reception state of the voice recognition module 6 based on the on / off signal from the detection switch circuit. Thus, the noise distribution in the environment can be comprehensively determined by determining whether the detection switch circuit is on when the vibration amplitude of the metal paddle 5 is large, or on when the vibration amplitude is small. In a noisy environment, the sound reception strength is enhanced. In a quiet environment, the sound reception strength of the voice recognition module 6 is weakened, or the voice recognition module 6 is put into sleep mode, thereby increasing the service life of the intelligent switch panel.

[0084] Reference Figure 6 As shown, an embodiment of the present invention further provides a control method for an intelligent switch panel, which is applied to the control board 3 and may include:

[0085] S601 : Receive vibration-related data of the metal pick 5 detected by the signal converter 4 .

[0086] S602: Determine noise distribution data of the environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data.

[0087] In an embodiment of the present invention, the vibration-related data includes at least the following types: vibration amplitude and vibration frequency, etc., so that the vibration intensity of the metal pick 5 can be characterized by the vibration-related data. Among them, if the environment in which the smart switch panel is located is relatively noisy, for example, one or more users will continuously emit sound waves when speaking, and the sound waves will cause large fluctuations in the air micro-pressure. Therefore, the vibration frequency of the metal pick 5 is high and the vibration amplitude is large. At this time, the metal pick 5 will frequently press the switch element during the vibration process. The electrical signal detected by the signal converter 4 is that the detection switch circuit is frequently energized in a short period of time.

[0088] If the noise level in the environment where the smart switch panel is located is low (for example, the user is sleeping, or there is no one in the environment), the micro-pressure fluctuations of the air in the environment due to sound waves are very small. Therefore, the vibration frequency of the metal pick 5 is low and the vibration amplitude is small. At this time, the vibration amplitude of the metal pick 5 is not enough to contact the switch element, or is not enough to form a pressure touch on the switch element. The electrical signal detected by the signal converter 4 is: the detection switch circuit remains disconnected, or is occasionally energized. Among them, the vibration amplitude of the metal pick 5 that is sufficient to form a pressure touch on the switch element can be determined by those skilled in the art based on the simulation results of noise of different volumes in the environment.

[0089] The noise distribution data is used to characterize the intensity and changes of the noise in the environment of the intelligent switch panel. Accordingly, the noise distribution data can be a digital signal. For example, the number 0 can indicate that the detection switch circuit is in an open state, and the vibration amplitude of the metal pick 5 is small. The number 1 can indicate that the detection switch circuit is in an energized state, and the vibration amplitude of the metal pick 5 is large. If the number 1 appears frequently within a preset time period, it indicates that the vibration frequency of the metal pick 5 is high, and thus it can be determined that the environment is relatively noisy and the ambient noise remains at a high value for a long time. If the number 0 appears frequently within a preset time period, it indicates that the vibration frequency of the metal pick 5 is low. This can then determine the interval in which the ambient noise remains relatively low for a long time. The preset time period can be determined by those skilled in the art based on actual design requirements. For example, the preset time period can be 10 seconds, 20 seconds, or other values. No further limitations are imposed here.

[0090] S603: Adjust the sound receiving state of the speech recognition module 6 according to the noise distribution data.

[0091] In an embodiment of the present invention, the noise change in the environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located can be determined based on the noise distribution data, so that the sound reception state of the voice recognition module 6 can be adjusted according to the noise change. For example, different sound reception states can be divided in advance according to the sound reception intensity of the sound reception module. In this way, the sound reception intensity of the sound reception module can be enhanced in a relatively noisy environment (music playing, multiple users chatting), so as to more accurately receive the voice commands issued by the user. In a relatively quiet environment, the sound reception intensity of the sound reception module can be weakened, or the sound reception module can be put into sleep. In this way, a high-sensitivity sound reception state can be avoided, which will cause the electronic components of the voice recognition module 6 to heat up more. In this way, the service life of the intelligent switch panel can be improved.

[0092] Reference Figure 7As shown, the embodiment of the present invention further provides another control method for an intelligent switch panel, which is applied to the control board 3 and may include:

[0093] S701 : Receive vibration-related data of the metal pick 5 detected by the signal converter 4 .

[0094] S702: Determine noise distribution data of the environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data.

[0095] In the embodiment of the present invention, the description of steps S701-S702 refers to the description of steps S601-S602.

[0096] S703: Determine whether the noise distribution data meets the sleep noise condition.

[0097] In an embodiment of the present invention, the sleep noise condition refers to the relevant judgment condition for allowing the sound receiving module in the voice recognition module 6 to enter a sleep state. In one embodiment, the sleep noise condition may include: the cumulative number of power-on times of the detection switch circuit within a preset time period is less than or equal to a first preset threshold. For example, the first preset threshold may be a value such as 5, 8, and 10. If it is determined that the noise distribution data meets the sleep noise condition, it means that the noise in the current environment is very small, the user is resting or going out, and there is no need to receive the sound at this time, and the user sound source instruction is detected, thereby executing the following step S704; if it is determined that the noise distribution data does not meet the sleep noise condition, it means that there is a certain amount of noise in the current environment, the user is active in the environment, and it is necessary to receive the sound at this time, and detect the user sound source instruction. Execute the following step S705.

[0098] S704: Adjust the speech recognition module 6 to enter a dormant state.

[0099] In this embodiment of the present invention, if the noise distribution data is determined to meet the sleep noise condition, it is assumed that the current noise level is low and the user is resting or out and about, so there is no need to receive sound. The user's sound source command is then detected. The control board 3 controls the sound receiving module to enter a sleep state. This prevents the sound receiving module from being in a high-sensitivity reception state for extended periods, which could lead to increased heating of the electronic components of the voice recognition module 6. This can also extend the service life of the intelligent switch panel.

[0100] S705: Determine whether the noise distribution data meets the noise enhancement condition.

[0101] In an embodiment of the present invention, the enhanced noise condition refers to a relevant determination condition for allowing the sound receiving module in the voice recognition module 6 to further enhance the sound receiving state. In one embodiment, the dormant noise condition may include: the cumulative number of power-on times of the detection switch circuit within a preset time period is greater than or equal to a second preset threshold. For example, the second preset threshold may be a value such as 100, 120, and 150. If it is determined that the noise distribution data meets the enhanced noise condition, it means that the current environment is relatively noisy or bustling, and it is considered that the user is alone or multiple people are active in the environment. Execute the following step S707.

[0102] If it is determined that the noise distribution data does not meet the sleep noise condition and the enhanced noise condition, it indicates that there is some noise in the current environment, but the noise is not excessive. Considering that the user is alone in the environment, sound can be normally received and the user voice source command can be detected. The following step S706 is executed.

[0103] S706: Adjust the speech recognition module 6 to enter the initial sound receiving state.

[0104] S707: Adjust the voice recognition module 6 to enter the enhanced sound reception state.

[0105] In an embodiment of the present invention, the sound reception intensity associated with the initial sound reception state is less than the sound reception intensity associated with the enhanced sound reception state. For example, the initial sound reception state may correspond to the sound reception intensity of the sound reception module being able to accurately collect the user's sound source instructions in a noise of a certain decibel (less than the noise associated with a noisy environment). In the case that the noise distribution data meets the enhanced noise condition, it means that the environment is relatively noisy, and the sound reception intensity needs to be further increased to ensure that the user's sound source instructions are accurately collected in a noisy and noisy environment. If it is determined that the noise distribution data does not meet the dormant noise condition, and it is also determined that the noise distribution data does not meet the enhanced noise condition, it means that there is a certain amount of noise in the current environment, and the noise is not much. Considering that the user is alone in the environment, the sound can be received normally at this time, and the user's sound source instructions can be detected. In this way, the service life of the sound reception module can be extended on the basis of energy saving.

[0106] In some embodiments, when the number of the metal picks 5 is set to at least four, the corresponding number of the signal converters 4 is adapted to the number of the metal picks 5. That is, the switch element in the detection switch circuit of the signal converter 4 needs to cooperate with the metal pick 5 in the corresponding position to convert the vibration signal of the sound wave into an electrical signal and transmit it to the control board 3. At least four metal picks 5 are distributed on the four sides of the end face of the upper shell 1 of the panel close to the control board 3. It can be understood that at least one metal pick 5 is installed on each of the four sides of the end face of the control board 3. The different interfaces connecting different signal converters 4 to the control board 3 can be used to distinguish the directions in the environment corresponding to each metal pick 5. In this way, the noise distributed in different directions in the environment can be detected. The sound reception status of the voice recognition module 6 can be further accurately adjusted.

[0107] In other words, the vibration data may also include a direction identifier, so that the noise distribution data at different directions in the environment can be determined based on the direction identifiers associated with different signal converters 4. For example, when determining whether the noise distribution data meets the sleep noise condition, if the cumulative number of power-on times of each detection switch circuit within a preset time period is less than or equal to a first preset threshold, then the noise distribution data is determined to meet the sleep noise condition. This can avoid detection errors caused by the attenuation of azimuth sound waves or obstruction by other objects.

[0108] If the cumulative number of power-on times of each of the detection switch circuits within a preset time period is greater than or equal to a second preset threshold, it is determined that the noise distribution data meets the enhanced noise condition. In addition to the above two cases, other cases can be determined as the noise distribution data not meeting the dormant noise condition and not meeting the enhanced noise condition. In this way, the noise distributed in different directions in the environment can be detected. The sound reception status of the voice recognition module 6 can be further accurately adjusted. On the other hand, the pairing setting of multiple metal picks 5 and signal converters 4 can improve detection accuracy and fault tolerance. For example, when one of the signal converters 4 fails, the remaining signal converters 4 can also be used as a backup to synchronously detect the noise distribution in the environment.

[0109] It should be noted that for the method embodiments, for the sake of simplicity, they are all expressed as a series of action combinations, but those skilled in the art should be aware that the embodiments of the present application are not limited by the order of the actions described, because according to the embodiments of the present application, certain steps can be performed in other orders or simultaneously. Secondly, those skilled in the art should also be aware that the embodiments described in the specification are all preferred embodiments, and the actions involved are not necessarily required by the embodiments of the present application.

[0110] Reference Figure 8As shown, an embodiment of the present invention further provides a control device for an intelligent switch panel, the control device is applied to the control board 3, the intelligent switch panel further includes a voice recognition module 6, and the control device includes:

[0111] The data receiving module 801 is configured to receive vibration-related data of the metal pick 5 detected by the signal converter 4 .

[0112] The environmental noise determination module 802 is configured to determine noise distribution data of the environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data.

[0113] The sound reception adjustment module 803 is configured to adjust the sound reception status of the speech recognition module 6 according to the noise distribution data.

[0114] In an optional embodiment of the invention, the sound reception adjustment module 803 may include:

[0115] The first state submodule is configured to adjust the sound receiving module to enter a dormant state if the noise distribution data meets a dormant noise condition.

[0116] A second state submodule is configured to adjust the sound receiving module to enter an enhanced sound receiving state if the noise distribution data meets the enhanced noise condition;

[0117] The third state submodule is used to adjust the sound receiving module to enter the initial sound receiving state if the noise distribution data does not meet the dormant noise condition and does not meet the enhanced noise condition, wherein the sound receiving intensity associated with the initial sound receiving state is less than the sound receiving intensity associated with the enhanced sound receiving state.

[0118] In summary, embodiments of the present invention disclose a control device for an intelligent switch panel. The control device may include an upper panel housing 1, a lower panel housing 2, a control board 3, a signal converter 4, a metal paddle 5, and a voice recognition module 6. The lower panel housing 2 is provided with a housing cavity 201, which is enclosed by the upper panel housing 1. The control board 3 is located within the housing cavity 201. The signal converter 4 is electrically connected to the control board 3 and includes a detection switch circuit. The metal paddle 5 is connected to the upper panel housing 1. When subjected to sound waves, the metal paddle 5 vibrates, pressing against a switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on / off state of the detection switch circuit. The voice recognition module 6 is electrically connected to the control board 3. The control board 3 adjusts the sound reception state of the voice recognition module 6 based on the on / off signal from the detection switch circuit. Thus, the noise distribution in the environment can be comprehensively determined by determining whether the detection switch circuit is on when the vibration amplitude of the metal paddle 5 is large, or on when the vibration amplitude is small. In a noisy environment, the sound reception strength is enhanced. In a quiet environment, the sound reception strength of the voice recognition module 6 is weakened, or the voice recognition module 6 is put into sleep mode, thereby increasing the service life of the intelligent switch panel.

[0119] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, and each embodiment focuses on the differences from other embodiments. The same or similar parts between the various embodiments can be referenced to each other.

[0120] It is easy for those skilled in the art to think that any combination of the above embodiments is feasible, so any combination of the above embodiments is an implementation scheme of the present invention. However, due to space limitations, this specification will not describe them in detail here.

[0121] In the description provided herein, numerous specific details are described. However, it is understood that embodiments of the present invention may be practiced without these specific details. In some instances, well-known methods, structures, and techniques are not shown in detail so as not to obscure the understanding of this description.

[0122] Similarly, it should be understood that in order to streamline the present invention and aid in understanding one or more of the various inventive aspects, in the above description of exemplary embodiments of the present invention, various features of the present invention are sometimes grouped together into a single embodiment, figure, or description thereof. However, this disclosed method should not be interpreted as reflecting an intention that the claimed invention requires more features than are expressly recited in each claim. Rather, as reflected in the claims, inventive aspects lie in less than all the features of the individual embodiments disclosed above. Accordingly, the claims that follow the detailed description are hereby expressly incorporated into this detailed description, with each claim standing on its own as a separate embodiment of the present invention.

[0123] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that the modules in the devices in the embodiments may be adaptively changed and arranged in one or more devices different from the embodiments. The modules or units or components in the embodiments may be combined into one module or unit or component, and in addition may be divided into multiple submodules or subunits or subcomponents. All features disclosed in this specification (including the accompanying claims, abstracts and drawings) and all processes or units of any method or device disclosed herein may be combined in any combination, except that at least some of such features and / or processes or units are mutually exclusive. Unless expressly stated otherwise, each feature disclosed in this specification (including the accompanying claims, abstracts and drawings) may be replaced by an alternative feature providing the same, equivalent or similar purpose.

[0124] A control panel comprising:

[0125] one or more processors;

[0126] Memory;

[0127] One or more programs, wherein the one or more programs are stored in the memory and configured to be executed by the one or more processors, and the one or more programs are configured to execute the method described in the above embodiment.

[0128] A computer-readable storage medium stores a computer program for use in conjunction with an electronic device, wherein the computer program can be executed by a processor to implement the method described in the above embodiment.

[0129] A computer program product includes a computer program / computer executable instructions, wherein the computer program / computer executable instructions, when executed by a processor in an electronic device, implements the method described in any one of the above-mentioned embodiments of the invention.

[0130] Those skilled in the art will appreciate that embodiments of the present invention may be provided as methods, apparatus, or computer program products. Thus, embodiments of the present invention may take the form of a fully hardware embodiment, a fully software embodiment, or an embodiment combining software and hardware. Furthermore, embodiments of the present invention may take the form of a computer program product implemented on one or more computer-usable storage media (including but not limited to magnetic disk storage, CD-ROM, optical storage, etc.) containing computer-usable program code.

[0131] The embodiments of the present invention are described with reference to the flowcharts and / or block diagrams of the methods, terminal devices (systems), and computer program products according to the embodiments of the present invention. It should be understood that each process and / or block in the flowchart and / or block diagram, as well as the combination of the processes and / or blocks in the flowchart and / or block diagram, can be implemented by computer program instructions. These computer program instructions can be provided to a processor of a general-purpose computer, a special-purpose computer, an embedded processor, or other programmable data processing terminal device to produce a machine, so that the instructions executed by the processor of the computer or other programmable data processing terminal device generate instructions for implementing the process in the flowchart and / or block diagram. Figure 1 a process or multiple processes and / or boxes Figure 1 A device that provides the functions specified in a block or multiple blocks.

[0132] These computer program instructions may also be stored in a computer readable memory that can direct a computer or other programmable data processing terminal device to operate in a specific manner, so that the instructions stored in the computer readable memory produce a manufactured product including an instruction device, which implements the process Figure 1 a process or multiple processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The function specified in one or more boxes.

[0133] These computer program instructions can also be loaded onto a computer or other programmable data processing terminal device so that a series of operating steps are executed on the computer or other programmable terminal device to produce a computer-implemented process, thereby providing instructions for executing on the computer or other programmable terminal device to implement the process. Figure 1 a process or multiple processes and / or boxes Figure 1 The steps for the function specified in one or more boxes.

[0134] Although the preferred embodiments of the present invention have been described, those skilled in the art may make additional changes and modifications to these embodiments once they become aware of the basic creative concepts. Therefore, the appended claims are intended to be interpreted as including the preferred embodiments and all changes and modifications that fall within the scope of the embodiments of the present invention.

[0135] Finally, it should be noted that, in this document, relational terms such as first and second, etc., are used only to distinguish one entity or operation from another entity or operation, and do not necessarily require or imply any actual relationship or order between these entities or operations. Moreover, the terms "comprises," "comprising," or any other variations thereof are intended to cover non-exclusive inclusion, such that a process, method, article, or terminal device that includes a series of elements includes not only those elements, but also other elements not explicitly listed, or elements inherent to such process, method, article, or terminal device. In the absence of further limitations, an element defined by the phrase "comprising a ..." does not exclude the presence of additional identical elements in the process, method, article, or terminal device that includes the element.

[0136] The above is a detailed introduction to a control method for an intelligent switch panel and a control device for an intelligent switch panel provided by the present invention. Specific examples are used herein to illustrate the principles and implementation methods of the present invention. The description of the above embodiments is only used to help understand the method of the present invention and its core idea. At the same time, for those skilled in the art, according to the ideas of the present invention, there may be changes in the specific implementation methods and application scopes. In summary, the contents of this specification should not be understood as limiting the present invention.

Claims

1. An intelligent switch panel, characterized in that: The intelligent switch panel includes: Panel upper housing (1); A panel lower shell (2), the panel lower shell (2) being provided with a receiving cavity (201), and the receiving cavity (201) being enclosed by the panel upper shell (1); a control panel (3), the control panel (3) being located in the accommodating cavity (201); A signal converter (4), the signal converter (4) being electrically connected to the control board (3), and the signal converter (4) comprising a detection switch circuit; a metal pick (5), the metal pick (5) being connected to the panel upper housing (1), wherein the metal pick (5) vibrates under the action of sound waves to press a switch element in the detection switch circuit to control the on / off of the detection switch circuit; A voice recognition module (6) is electrically connected to the control board (3), and the control board (3) adjusts the sound receiving state of the voice recognition module (6) according to the on-off signal of the detection switch circuit.

2. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The metal pick (5) is located on a side of the panel upper shell (1) close to the control board (3), wherein the panel upper shell (1) is provided with a first detection hole adapted to the position of the metal pick (5); and / or, The panel lower shell (2) is provided with a second detection hole adapted to the position of the metal pick (5).

3. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The thickness of the metal pick (5) is set between 10 microns and 100 microns.

4. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 3, characterized in that: The material of the metal pick (5) includes titanium material.

5. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The number of the metal picks (5) is set to at least four, and the number of the signal converters (4) is adapted to the number of the metal picks (5); wherein, At least four metal picks (5) are distributed on four sides of the end surface of the panel upper shell (1) close to the control board (3).

6. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent switch panel further comprises a colored gas plate (7), which is arranged on the end surface of the control panel (3) close to the metal paddle (5) and is electrically connected to the control panel (3).

7. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 6, characterized in that: The signal converter (4) is inserted into the non-ferrous gas plate (7).

8. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 1, characterized in that: The intelligent switch panel further comprises a power board (8), which is arranged in the accommodating cavity (201) and is electrically connected to the control board (3).

9. The intelligent switch panel according to claim 8, characterized in that: The intelligent switch panel further comprises a partition (9), and the partition (9) is located between the control board (3) and the power board (8).

10. A control method for an intelligent switch panel, characterized in that: The intelligent switch panel comprises the intelligent switch panel according to any one of claims 1 to 9, and the intelligent switch panel further comprises a voice recognition module (6). The control method is applied to the control panel (3), comprising: receiving vibration-related data of the metal pick (5) detected by the signal converter (4); Determining noise distribution data of an environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data; The sound receiving state of the speech recognition module (6) is adjusted according to the noise distribution data.

11. The control method of the intelligent switch panel according to claim 10, characterized in that: The step of adjusting the sound receiving state of the speech recognition module (6) according to the noise distribution data comprises: If the noise distribution data meets the sleep noise condition, adjusting the speech recognition module (6) to enter a sleep state; If the noise distribution data meets the enhanced noise condition, adjusting the speech recognition module (6) to enter an enhanced sound reception state; If the noise distribution data does not meet the dormant noise condition and does not meet the enhanced noise condition, the speech recognition module (6) is adjusted to enter an initial sound reception state, wherein the sound reception intensity associated with the initial sound reception state is less than the sound reception intensity associated with the enhanced sound reception state.

12. A control device for an intelligent switch panel, characterized in that: The intelligent switch panel comprises the intelligent switch panel according to any one of claims 1 to 9, the intelligent switch panel further comprises a voice recognition module (6), and the control device comprises: a data receiving module, configured to receive vibration-related data of the metal pick (5) detected by the signal converter (4); an environmental noise determination module, configured to determine noise distribution data of the environment in which the intelligent switch panel is located based on the vibration-related data; A sound reception adjustment module is used to adjust the sound reception state of the speech recognition module (6) according to the noise distribution data.

13. A smart home system, characterized in that: The smart home system includes the smart switch panel according to any one of claims 1 to 9.

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