Activity system, program product, computer-readable recording medium and fabric

Abstract

The present disclosure relates to an activity system, a program product, a computer-readable recording medium, and a fabric that enable easy recognition of a loudness for a loudness object. An activity system (100) is provided with: a control device (50) that controls venue equipment in an activity venue; a sensor (10) that is a capacitance-type sensor that detects a change in capacitance between the conductive threads sewed into the fabric; and a terminal device (30) that transmits, to a control device (50), an output signal output from the sensor (10) or a control signal generated on the basis of the output signal, and the control device (50) changes the state of the venue equipment on the basis of the output signal or the control signal.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This disclosure relates to an activity system, a program product, a computer-readable recording medium, and a fabric. Background Technology

[0002] For example, Patent Document 1 describes an information processing device that enables viewers of a game to actively influence the game's development through their cheers.

[0003] Existing technical documents

[0004] Patent documents

[0005] Patent Document 1: Japanese Patent Application Publication No. 2023-155358 Summary of the Invention

[0006] The problem the invention aims to solve

[0007] Additionally, for example, when watching sports, spectators cheer for athletes or a target team by making sounds. However, with a large audience, it can sometimes be unclear which athlete or team the cheer is for.

[0008] One purpose of this disclosure is to make it easy to identify the level of support for a particular object of support.

[0009] Solution for solving the problem

[0010] To address the aforementioned problems, one aspect of the activity system disclosed herein includes: a control device that controls venue equipment at an event venue; an electrostatic capacitive sensor that detects changes in electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into a fabric; and a terminal device that sends an output signal from the electrostatic capacitive sensor or a control signal generated based on the output signal to the control device, wherein the control device changes the state of the venue equipment based on the output signal or the control signal.

[0011] To address the aforementioned problems, one aspect of this disclosure relates to an application program that enables a computer in a terminal device to perform the following processes: a receiving process that receives an output signal from an electrostatic capacitive sensor that detects changes in electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into a fabric; and a sending process that sends the output signal or the control signal to a control device that changes the state of venue equipment in an event venue based on the output signal or a control signal, the control signal being a signal generated based on the output signal.

[0012] To address the aforementioned problems, one aspect of this disclosure involves a fabric incorporating conductive threads. The area incorporating these conductive threads functions as a capacitive sensor for detecting changes in the electrostatic capacitance between the conductive threads. This capacitive sensor is connected to a terminal device that sends an output signal or control signal to a control device that changes the state of venue equipment based on an output signal or control signal. The output signal is a signal generated from the capacitive sensor, and the control signal is a signal generated based on the output signal.

[0013] The effects of the invention

[0014] According to one method disclosed herein, it is possible to make the degree of support for a target of support easily identifiable. Attached Figure Description

[0015] Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram illustrating an example of an active system according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0016] Figure 2 It is a block diagram showing the internal structure of the various parts included in the active system.

[0017] Figure 3 This is a sequence diagram illustrating the flow of processes performed by the active system of this disclosure.

[0018] Figure 4 This is a diagram showing an example of an image displayed on a monitor. Detailed Implementation

[0019] [Implementation Method]

[0020] Below, refer to Figure 1 The outline structure of an activity system 100 according to one embodiment of this disclosure will be described below. Figure 1 This is a schematic structural diagram illustrating an example of an activity system 100 according to an embodiment of the present disclosure.

[0021] Event System 100 is a system for events with a large number of participants. Examples of events with a large number of participants include those related to sports, music, food, charity, election speeches, or events aimed at families. Event venues can include stadiums, amphitheaters, parks, commercial facilities, or schools. Participants in the event are not limited to people who come to the event venue; they can also be people watching television or using distribution services via the Internet.

[0022] In the following description, a sports event held in stadium 65 will be used as an example of an activity using the activity system 100. The activity system 100 includes a sensor 10, a terminal device 30, and a control device 50.

[0023] The activity system 100 includes one or more sensors 10. The sensor 10 is a capacitive sensor that detects changes in the electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into the fabric. Furthermore, it is preferable that the activity system 100 includes multiple sensors 10 as in this embodiment.

[0024] Sensor 10 is, for example, sewn into a part of the uniform 15 worn by the event participant. The participant presses sensor 10 with their hand or other hand to show support for the team or athlete being cheered on. That is, by the participant touching the area of ​​the uniform 15 with the conductive thread sewn in, sensor 10 detects changes in the electrostatic capacitance between the conductive threads. Sensor 10 can also detect changes in pressure applied to the area with the conductive thread sewn in, based on changes in the electrostatic capacitance between the conductive threads.

[0025] Furthermore, the sensor 10 is not limited to being sewn into the structure of the clothing worn by the event participant. It can also be sewn into the fabric of the clothing worn by the event participant. For example, it can be sewn into a patch or badge that can be attached to clothing. Additionally, the sensor 10 can be sewn into a holding item such as a bag, or a wearing item such as an armband.

[0026] Sensor 10 can be connected to a terminal device 30 held by an event participant wearing uniform 15. Sensor 10 has a connection terminal 11 for wired connection to transmitter 20. By connecting sensor 10 to transmitter 20, the terminal device 30 held by the event participant is communicatively connected to sensor 10.

[0027] Alternatively, a code 12, which encodes information used to connect the terminal device 30 to the control device 50, can be attached to the uniform 15. The code 12 may encode, for example, information for launching an application on the terminal device 30, or a URL for connecting to the control device 50. The code 12 may be, for example, a QR code. The code 12 can be formed as a QR code by sewing it into the fabric, or it can be printed onto the uniform 15. Alternatively, the code 12 can be attached to a label on the uniform 15. By attaching the code 12 to the uniform 15, the activity system 100 can be easily utilized. Furthermore, the code 12 can also be a one-dimensional barcode, or it can be an address indicating the connection destination of the control device 50.

[0028] Transmitter 20 sends the output signal from sensor 10 to terminal device 30. Transmitter 20 is a short-range wireless communication module. Transmitter 20 is, for example, a communication module that supports the Bluetooth (registered trademark) standard.

[0029] Terminal device 30 is a terminal held by the participant. Examples of terminal devices 30 include smartphones, tablets, and personal computers. Terminal device 30 is connected to control device 50 via network 40. Terminal device 30 corresponds to multiple sensors 10 provided in the activity system 100. Terminal device 30 sends control signals generated based on the output signals of the sensors 10 to control device 50.

[0030] Participants activate the application on their own terminal device 30. For example, participants select a team and / or player to cheer for in the application on their terminal device 30. Then, during the game, participants press the sensor 10, which is sewn into their uniform 15, to cheer for the team and / or player they are cheering for. The terminal device 30 sends the output signal from the sensor 10, along with information about the team and / or player selected in the application, to the control device 50. In this way, by activating the application on the terminal device 30, participants can easily utilize the event system 100.

[0031] The control device 50 controls the venue equipment installed in the stadium 65. As a device capable of using the control device 50 to change the state of the equipment in the stadium 65 based on control signals received from the terminal device 30, a workstation constituting a cloud server can be cited as an example. In this embodiment, the control device 50 controls the display 60, the audio equipment 61, and the lighting equipment 62 installed in the stadium 65. Alternatively, the control device 50 could also be a computer installed in the stadium 65.

[0032] The display 60, sound system 61, and lighting system 62 are venue equipment installed in the stadium 65 where sports competitions are held. The display 60 displays various images based on image signals sent from the control device 50. The sound system 61 outputs sound based on sound signals sent from the control device 50. A loudspeaker can be cited as an example of the sound system 61. The lighting system 62 is a device for illuminating the stadium 65.

[0033] (Internal structure of the activity system)

[0034] Reference Figure 2 This will be used to explain the internal structure of each part included in the activity system 100. Figure 2 This is a block diagram showing the internal structure of the various parts included in the active system 100.

[0035] The terminal device 30 includes a processor 31, a primary memory 32, a secondary memory 33, and a communication IF 34. The processor 31, primary memory 32, secondary memory 33, and communication IF 34 are interconnected via a bus.

[0036] The secondary memory 33 stores a program P1. Program P1 is an application program used to enable the computer functions of the terminal device 30. The terminal device 30 executes the processes described later according to program P1. The processor 31 expands the program P1 stored in the secondary memory 33 onto the primary memory 32 according to a system program including an OS (Operating System). Furthermore, the processor 31 executes the processes included in the control method C1 described later according to the commands contained in the program P1 expanded on the primary memory 32. A device that can be used as the processor 31 can be, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit). Another device that can be used as the primary memory 32 can be, for example, a semiconductor RAM (Random Access Memory). And another device that can be used as the secondary memory 33 can be, for example, a HDD (Hard Disk Drive).

[0037] Communication IF 34 is an interface used for communicating with control device 50 via network 40. Examples of interfaces that can be used as Communication IF 34 include, for example, an Ethernet interface. Furthermore, examples of networks that can be used include PAN (Personal Area Network), LAN (Local Area Network), CAN (Campus Area Network), MAN (Metropolitan Area Network), WAN (Wide Area Network), GAN (Global Area Network), or the Internet, which includes these networks. The Internet can be an intranet, an extranet, or the Internet itself.

[0038] The control device 50 includes a processor 51, a primary memory 52, a secondary memory 53, a communication IF 54, and an input / output IF 55. The processor 51, primary memory 52, secondary memory 53, communication IF 54, and input / output IF 55 are interconnected via a bus. The processor 51, primary memory 52, secondary memory 53, and communication IF 54 have the same structure as the processor 31, primary memory 32, secondary memory 33, and communication IF 34 described above.

[0039] The secondary memory 53 stores program P2. The processor 51 controls the display 60, the audio device 61, and the lighting device 62 according to the commands contained in program P2.

[0040] Input / output IF 55 is an interface used for communication with venue equipment installed in the event venue. Examples of input / output IF 55 include USB (Universal Serial Bus), ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment), SCSI (Small Computer System Interface), HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) (registered trademark), and serial communication interfaces. In this embodiment, the control device 50 is connected to the display 60, the audio device 61, and the lighting device 62 via input / output IF 55.

[0041] (Processing performed by the activity system)

[0042] Next, refer to Figure 3 To illustrate the processing performed by the activity system 100 disclosed herein. Figure 3 This is a sequence diagram illustrating the process flow executed by the activity system 100. Figure 3 The sequence shown is when the control device 50 controls the display 60. Furthermore, the same process is performed when the control device 50 controls the audio device 61 and the lighting device 62 as when the control device 50 controls the display 60.

[0043] like Figure 3 As shown, firstly, in step S1, the sensor 10 outputs an output signal to the terminal device 30 when it detects a change in the electrostatic capacitance between the conductive lines.

[0044] In step S2, processor 31 receives the output signal from sensor 10 via communication IF 34. Step S2 is an example of the receiving process. In step S3, processor 31 sends a control signal generated based on the received output signal from sensor 10 to control device 50 via communication IF 34. Step S3 is an example of the sending process. In step S3, processor 31 may also send a control signal generated based on the number of times sensor 10 is pressed and / or the pressure applied when sensor 10 is pressed to control device 50.

[0045] In step S4, the processor 51 receives control signals sent from the multiple terminal devices 30 via communication IF 54. In step S5, the processor 51 sends an image signal generated based on the control signals sent from the multiple terminal devices 30 to the display 60 via input / output IF 55.

[0046] In step S6, the display 60 receives an image signal sent from the control device 50. In step S7, the display 60 displays an image based on the received image signal.

[0047] (Image example)

[0048] Reference Figure 4 To illustrate an example of an image displayed on a display 60 based on an image signal sent from a control device 50. Figure 4 This is a diagram showing an example of an image displayed on monitor 60.

[0049] The display 60 shows a status display screen 70 for displaying the progress of a sporting event. The status display screen 70 includes, for example, progress information 71 and support information 72 and 73. Progress information 71 indicates the progress of the sporting event. For example, as... Figure 4 As shown in the figure, information 71 displays the scores of Team A and Team B respectively.

[0050] Support information 72 and 73 indicate the level of support shown due to multiple participants pressing sensor 10. Support information 72 indicates the level of support for Team A, and support information 73 indicates the level of support for Team B.

[0051] Support information 72 and 73 are displayed, for example, as indicators representing the level of support. Support information 72 is displayed on the A team side of the status display screen 70. In this embodiment, support information 72 is displayed on the left side of the status display screen 70. Support information 73 is displayed on the B team side of the status display screen 70. In this embodiment, support information 73 is displayed on the right side of the status display screen 70.

[0052] In the support information 72 and 73, for example, the higher the total number of times each participant presses sensor 10, the higher the indicator. That is, the display state of display 60 changes. In the support information 72 and 73, for example, the stronger the pressure applied by each participant when pressing sensor 10, the higher the indicator. Furthermore, support information 72 and 73 can also be displayed as indicators representing the proportion of support for Team A and Team B respectively relative to the overall support including both Team A and Team B.

[0053] Furthermore, the support information 72 and 73 are not limited to being displayed via indicators. For example, the background color of the situation display screen 70 may be set to the color of the team with high support. Additionally, the support information 72 and 73 are not limited to being displayed on the situation display screen 70. For example, a dedicated screen for displaying the support information 72 and 73 may be displayed on the monitor 60.

[0054] Additionally, support information 72 and 73 indicates the support level of each team that is the object of support, but is not limited to this structure. Support information 72 and 73 can also indicate the support level of players belonging to each team that is the object of support. For example, each support information 72 and 73 can also display the support level of a player selected from the players belonging to each team. Alternatively, each support information 72 and 73 can also display the support level of each player from each team that participates in the match. In this case, each support information 72 and 73 includes multiple indicators, etc., representing the support level of each player.

[0055] When controlling the audio device 61, the control device 50 can change the audio state of the audio device 61 based on control signals sent from the terminal device 30. Specifically, the control device 50 can change the volume, type, etc., of the sound output from the audio device 61 based on control signals from the terminal device 30. For example, the sound output from the audio device 61 can be increased when the support level is high, and decreased when the support level is low. Additionally, for example, if the support level of team A is higher than that of team B, the audio device 61 can output a support song or music to support team A.

[0056] When controlling the lighting device 62, the control device 50 can change the lighting state of the lighting device 62 based on control signals sent from the terminal device 30. Specifically, the control device 50 can change the brightness and / or color of the lighting device 62 based on control signals from the terminal device 30. For example, the lighting device 62 can be brightened when the support is high and dimmed when the support is low. Alternatively, for example, the color of the lighting device 62 can be set to the color representing team A if the support of team A is higher than that of team B.

[0057] According to the event system 100, the level of support from event participants is reflected in the venue equipment of the stadium 65 by the participants pressing the sensor 10 sewn into their uniforms 15. This makes it easy to identify the level of support for the team and / or athlete being supported.

[0058] In addition, by controlling the display 60, the sound device 61, and the lighting device 62 through the control device 50, the level of support from the participants in the event can be identified through visual or auditory means.

[0059] Furthermore, by sewing the sensor 10, which uses conductive wires, into the uniform 15, the uniform 15 can be washed. Additionally, participants do not need to look at the terminal device 30 to operate it. Therefore, participants can cheer without taking their eyes off the game.

[0060] [Other implementation methods]

[0061] In the above embodiment, the terminal device 30 is configured to send a control signal to the control device 50, but this configuration is not limited to this. Alternatively, the terminal device 30 may send an output signal from the sensor 10 to the control device 50. That is, the terminal device 30 does not generate a control signal after receiving the output signal from the sensor 10. In this case, the control device 50 may also generate a control signal for changing the state of the display 60, the audio device 61, and the lighting device 62 based on the output signal received from the sensor 10 from the terminal device 30.

[0062] Furthermore, in the above embodiment, the control device 50 is configured to control the display 60, the sound device 61, and the lighting device 62, but it is not limited to this configuration. The control device 50 can control any venue equipment installed at the event venue for the event performance. For example, the control device 50 can also control a smoke exhaust device that emits smoke, a fireworks device that sets off fireworks, or a device that launches balloons, confetti, or ribbons for the event performance.

[0063] (Summarize)

[0064] The activity system according to Embodiment 1 of the present invention includes: a control device that controls the venue equipment of the activity venue; an electrostatic capacitive sensor that detects changes in electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into the fabric; and a terminal device that sends an output signal output from the electrostatic capacitive sensor or a control signal generated based on the output signal to the control device, wherein the control device changes the state of the venue equipment based on the output signal or the control signal.

[0065] According to the activity system described in Method 1, the level of support from participants is reflected in the venue equipment by having them press an electrostatic capacitive sensor sewn into the fabric. This makes it easy to identify the level of support for the object of support.

[0066] The activity system according to Embodiment 2 of the present invention can be, as described in Embodiment 1 above, wherein the control device controls at least one of the display, audio device, and lighting device installed in the activity venue. According to the activity system of Embodiment 2, the level of support from activity participants can be identified through visual or auditory means.

[0067] The application program according to Embodiment 3 of the present invention enables the computer of a terminal device to perform the following processes: receiving a signal from an electrostatic capacitive sensor that detects changes in electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into the fabric; and sending a signal to a control device that changes the state of venue equipment based on the output signal or a control signal, wherein the control signal is a signal generated based on the output signal. According to the application program of Embodiment 3, event participants can easily utilize the event system.

[0068] In embodiment 4 of the present invention, the fabric is sewn with conductive threads. The area where the conductive threads are sewn in functions as a capacitive sensor to detect changes in the electrostatic capacitance between the conductive threads. This capacitive sensor can be connected to a terminal device that sends an output signal or a control signal to a control device that changes the state of venue equipment based on an output signal or a control signal. The output signal is a signal output from the capacitive sensor, and the control signal is a signal generated based on the output signal. According to embodiment 4, the fabric can be washed.

[0069] The fabric involved in Embodiment 5 of the present invention can be, in Embodiment 4 described above, an additional code obtained by encoding information for connecting the terminal device and the control device. According to the fabric involved in Embodiment 5, the active system can be easily utilized.

[0070] [Additional Notes]

[0071] This disclosure is not limited to the above-described embodiments. Various modifications can be made within the scope of the claims. Embodiments obtained by appropriately combining the technical means disclosed in different embodiments are also included within the technical scope of this disclosure.

Claims

1. An activity system, comprising: Control device, which controls the venue equipment for the event; An electrostatic capacitive sensor detects changes in the electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into a fabric. as well as The terminal device sends an output signal from the electrostatic capacitive sensor or a control signal generated based on the output signal to the control device. The control device changes the state of the venue equipment based on the output signal or the control signal.

2. The activity system according to claim 1, wherein, The control device controls at least one of the displays, audio devices, and lighting devices installed in the event venue.

3. A program product comprising an application program for enabling a computer on a terminal device to perform functions, the application program causing the computer to perform the following processes: The receiving and processing unit receives the output signal from an electrostatic capacitive sensor that detects changes in electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into the fabric; and The transmission process sends the output signal or the control signal to a control device that changes the state of the venue equipment based on the output signal or the control signal, wherein the control signal is a signal generated based on the output signal.

4. A fabric in which conductive threads are sewn in, wherein, The area sewn with conductive wires functions as a capacitive sensor to detect changes in the electrostatic capacitance between the conductive wires. The electrostatic capacitive sensor can be connected to a terminal device, which sends the output signal or the control signal to a control device that changes the state of the venue equipment based on the output signal or the control signal. The output signal is a signal output from the electrostatic capacitive sensor, and the control signal is a signal generated based on the output signal.

5. The fabric according to claim 4, wherein, It includes an additional code obtained by encoding information used to connect the terminal device to the control device.

6. A computer-readable recording medium recording an application program, the application program being used to enable a computer of a terminal device to perform functions, the application program causing the computer to perform the following processes: The receiving and processing unit receives the output signal from an electrostatic capacitive sensor that detects changes in electrostatic capacitance between conductive threads sewn into the fabric; and The transmission process sends the output signal or the control signal to a control device that changes the state of the venue equipment based on the output signal or the control signal, wherein the control signal is a signal generated based on the output signal.

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