Technical scheme for wearable device testing

Abstract

Techniques for wearable device testing are disclosed. The first test platform may include a first substrate and / or a first support element. The first support element may extend orthogonally from the first substrate. A first motor may be disposed proximate an end of the first support element. The first hinge element may be connected to a shaft of the first motor. A first coupling may be disposed proximate an end of the first hinge element. The first coupling may be configured to secure a wearable device or a component of the wearable device. The first hinge element may be arranged with a shaft of the first motor to cause a first test motion of the first hinge element in a vertical plane orthogonal to the first substrate. The control device may place the first articulation element in a test motion and receive a signal indicative of a response to the first test motion.

Description

[0001] Cross-reference to related applications

[0002] This application claims the benefit of U.S. Provisional Patent Application No. 63 / 586,586, filed September 29, 2023, the entire disclosure of which is incorporated herein by reference for all purposes. Background Technology

[0003] Wearable devices can be used to assess the health and / or condition of various objects, such as people and / or animals. For example, wearable devices can be deployed on pets to monitor and / or assess the pet's health and / or activity. Wearable devices may include accelerometers, gyroscopes, heart rate monitors, radio frequency identification (RFID) tracking devices, respiratory rate monitors, calorie consumption sensors, temperature sensors and / or proximity sensors, as well as other sensors.

[0004] Wearable devices can also be transmitted via one or more wireless protocols (such as WiFi™, Bluetooth™, RF protocols, cellular communication, Zigbee™, LoRa). ® Sensors use various wireless communication protocols (and / or dedicated wireless communication protocols) to transmit their data. These protocols can have different capacities and / or capabilities. Furthermore, sensors within wearable devices can operate differently under various conditions in the deployed wearable device, depending on the wireless communication protocol and / or the specific wireless communication protocol used. Summary of the Invention

[0005] A technical solution for a device / system (and / or a method / technology implemented using the system / device) for testing a wearable device is disclosed. One or more systems may include a first test platform. The first test platform may include a first substrate and / or a first support element. The first support element may have a first end and a second end. The first support element may extend orthogonally from the first substrate at the first end of the first support element.

[0006] One or more systems may include a first motor, which may be disposed near a second end of a first support element. A first hinge element may be connected to the shaft of the first motor. The first hinge element may have a first end and a second end. At least a first coupling member may be disposed near the first end of the first hinge element. The first coupling member may be configured to secure a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The first hinge element may be arranged using the shaft of the first motor for one or more first test movements of the first hinge element in a vertical plane orthogonal to the first substrate.

[0007] One or more systems may include a control device. The control device may include a memory, a transceiver, and / or a processor. The processor may be configured at least to control a first motor to position a first articulated element in one or more first test movements. The processor and / or one or more other devices may be configured to receive one or more first signals from a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more first signals may indicate a response to one or more first test movements.

[0008] In one or more scenarios, the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device may be removed from the test equipment, and data may be downloaded and / or uploaded to a cloud / network-based service for evaluating the response to the test data. In one or more scenarios, one or more test movements may be controlled and / or adjusted during testing, at least in part, based on data from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device.

[0009] In one or more scenarios, one or more systems may include a second test platform. The second test platform may include a second substrate and / or a second first support element. The second first support element may have a first end and a second end. The second first support element may extend orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second first support element.

[0010] One or more systems may include a second support element. The second support element may have a first end and a second end. The second support element may extend orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second support element.

[0011] One or more systems may include lateral elements. The lateral elements may extend from a second first support element at a second end of a second first support element to a second second support element at a second end of a second second support element. The lateral elements may be arranged in a parallel direction relative to the second substrate.

[0012] One or more systems may include a second motor, which may be positioned near the center portion of the transverse element. A second hinge element may be connected to the shaft of the second motor. The second hinge element may have a first end and a second end. At least a second first coupling member may be positioned near the first end of the second hinge element. The second first coupling member may be configured to secure a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The second hinge element may be arranged using the shaft of the second motor to allow the second hinge element to be positioned in one or more second test movements in a horizontal plane parallel to the first substrate.

[0013] The processor can also be configured to control a second motor to position the second articulated element in one or more second test movements. The processor can be configured to receive one or more second signals from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more second signals can indicate a response to one or more second test movements.

[0014] One or more of the test platforms described herein may include a safety shield that covers at least some or all of the components that are in motion during equipment testing.

[0015] In one or more scenarios, the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device may be an accelerometer and / or a gyroscope. The processor may also be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements can generate static friction in the accelerometer and / or gyroscope. One or more first test movements may reproduce and / or resolve the static friction. One or more first test movements may induce and / or resolve and / or reproduce other data anomalies in the accelerometer and / or gyroscope. One or more first test movements may be used solely to generate force / g-load / motion, potentially completely independent of issues related to static friction.

[0016] In one or more scenarios, one or more systems may include a first safety shield. The first safety shield may enclose the majority of the first test platform. One or more systems may include a second safety shield. The second safety shield may enclose the majority of the second test platform.

[0017] The first motor may be further disposed near the second end of the first support element, such that the shaft of the first motor can extend through a through hole near the second end of the first support element. The second motor may be further disposed near the center portion of the transverse element, such that the shaft of the second motor can extend through a through hole near the center of the transverse element.

[0018] In one or more scenarios, the first motor and / or the second motor are servo motors. In one or more scenarios, the control device may be an integrated component of the first motor and / or the second motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device may be a distributed control device on the first motor and the second motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device may communicate with the first motor and / or the second motor via a wired communication network and / or a wireless communication network.

[0019] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements can generate one or more signals from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device, the one or more signals corresponding to accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transfer rate capability, WiFi signal strength, other data failures, data anomalies, and / or battery life. One or more first test movements can be used to generate a specific g-force load. The processor can be configured to evaluate signals generated / induced by pre-specified / predetermined movements / rotations, potentially independently of equivalence-related issues.

[0020] The test platforms described herein can be used to test the security of various types of wearable devices and / or components of wearable devices, such as attachment mechanisms, substrates, neckband clips, rubber or silicone bands, etc. For example, the security of a range of devices designed to attach sensors to neckbands, shoulder straps, clothing, and / or wristbands can be tested.

[0021] This device can also be used to test the effects of different orientations of wearable sensors on detecting various movements, such as rotation when inverted, rotation when lateral, etc. This can help in understanding what kind of data might be collected if the sensor orientation on the test subject is changed while the test subject is performing a behavior, for example, if the device is incorrectly attached to the collar of an animal subject and other situations.

[0022] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements may include centrifugal movements, oscillating movements (e.g., tilting movements, up-and-down movements, etc.), circular movements, throwing movements (e.g., constant throwing movements, rapid and / or slow stopping movements, etc.), swaying movements, and / or rotating movements.

[0023] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements can generate a gravitational force with an amplitude of up to 16 g (16g force) on the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The gravitational force can be one or more accelerating and / or decelerating forces. One or more first test movements can generate one or more rotational forces, such as gyroscopic motion and / or gyroscopic forces (e.g., angular momentum / angular velocity / torque, etc.).

[0024] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured to control a first motor to position a first articulated element in one or more first test movements based on one or more first predetermined test profiles. In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured to control a second motor to position a second articulated element in one or more second test movements based on one or more second predetermined test profiles. The one or more first predetermined test profiles and / or one or more second predetermined test profiles may be based on a reference baseline of the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more test profiles may reference a range of parameters, such as desired acceleration and / or deceleration and / or gyroscopic force, animal behavior, etc., for example.

[0025] In one or more scenarios, the first test platform and / or the second test platform may be powered by at least one battery and / or a regulated DC power supply.

[0026] Any of the test platforms described in this article can be used to test Wifi™ (or Bluetooth™) connectivity, data transmission, device battery life, device memory, cloud upload frequency, temperature, and / or firmware changes, etc.

[0027] Technical solutions (and / or methods / techniques implemented using the system / device) for testing wearable devices are disclosed. One or more systems may include a test platform. The test platform may include a base element and / or a motor connected to the base element.

[0028] The test platform may include a hinge element that can be connected to a motor shaft. The hinge element may be substantially circular. At least a first coupling member may be connected to the hinge element. The first coupling member may be configured to secure the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device (e.g., a base plate, a neckband / strap attachment mechanism, a wrist attachment mechanism, etc., and other components). The hinge element may be arranged using the shaft of a first motor for one or more test movements of the hinge element. The test platform may include a safety shield. The safety shield may enclose the majority of the test platform.

[0029] One or more systems may include a control device. The control device may include a memory, a transceiver, and / or a processor. The processor may be configured to control at least a motor to position the articulated element in one or more test movements. The processor may be configured to receive one or more signals from a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more signals may indicate a response to one or more test movements. In one or more scenarios, the articulated element may include one or more wheel-like structures.

[0030] In one or more scenarios, the first coupling element may be attached to a suction cup and / or other attachment device. The first coupling element may be connected to a hinge element via a suction cup and / or other attachment device.

[0031] In one or more scenarios, the wearable device and / or a component of the wearable device may be an accelerometer. The processor may be configured to generate static friction in at least one of the one or more test motions, such as an accelerometer and / or a gyroscope. While the motion is being performed, other components, such as cellular, Bluetooth™, GPS, LoRa, etc., may be tested. ® Chips such as Zigbee and Wifi™ can be used. During motion, tests can be performed on memory chips, data offloading, battery power, PCB solder strength, firmware, PCB wiring security, and / or other connections. During motion, the stability of the device housing and / or materials (e.g., plastics) and / or the collar attachment mechanism can be tested.

[0032] Any of the test platforms described herein can be mobile, enabling them to operate in various locations and / or under various conditions such as temperature, humidity, and pressure, and / or using different Wifi™, Bluetooth™, GPS, cellular, and LoRa communication methods. ® The signal strength of Zigbee and other signals can be tested. If the test platform can be placed (with or without a safety enclosure) inside a steel box, aluminum box, plastic box, behind safety glass, inside an animal's sleeping compartment, etc., the transmission can be tested through various materials.

[0033] In one or more scenarios, the motor can be a servo motor or a non-servo motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device can be an integrated component of the motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device can communicate with the motor via a wired communication network and / or a wireless communication network.

[0034] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured to generate one or more signals from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device, which may correspond to accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transfer rate capability, WiFi signal strength, and / or battery life.

[0035] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more test motions may include centrifugal motion, oscillating motion, circular motion, shaking motion, or rotational motion.

[0036] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more test motions can generate a gravitational force of up to 16 g (16 g force) amplitude on the wearable device and / or a component of the wearable device, for example, as well as other force amplitudes.

[0037] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured to control the motor to position the articulated element in one or more test movements based on one or more predetermined test profiles. The one or more predetermined test profiles may be based on a reference baseline of the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device.

[0038] In one or more scenarios, the test platform may be powered by at least one battery and / or a regulated DC power supply. Attached Figure Description

[0039] The elements contained herein, along with other features, advantages, and disclosures, and ways of implementing them, will become apparent and will be better understood by referring to the following description of various examples of the present disclosure taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings:

[0040] Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating an example wearable device test and monitoring communication network that is operable to control one or more parts of a wearable device test and monitoring system via one or more devices, such as a wearable device test and monitoring control device (WDTMCD) and other devices.

[0041] Figure 2 This is an example illustration of a test platform used to test one or more wearable devices and / or their components.

[0042] Figure 3A This is an example illustration of the test platform from a first-person perspective.

[0043] Figure 3B This is an example illustration of the test platform from a second-person perspective.

[0044] Figure 4 This is a block diagram of the hardware configuration of an example device that can control one or more parts of a wearable device testing and monitoring system / communication network, such as... Figure 1 WDTMCD device.

[0045] Figure 5 This is an example illustration of the motor on the test platform.

[0046] Figure 6A and Figure 6B This is an example illustration of a wearable device (or a component thereof) and a coupling that secures the wearable device (or a component thereof) to a test platform.

[0047] Figure 7A and Figure 7B This is an example illustration of a wearable device (or a component thereof) and a coupling that secures the wearable device (or a component thereof) to a test platform.

[0048] Figure 8A and Figure 8B This is an example illustration of the overall layout and control diagram of the test platform.

[0049] Figure 9A and Figure 9B This is an example illustration of the test motion of the test platform.

[0050] Figure 10 This is an example illustration depicting the characteristics of receiving one or more signals from a wearable device (and / or its components) that is being tested.

[0051] Figure 11A and Figure 11B This is an example illustration of a test platform enclosed in a safety shield.

[0052] Figure 12 This is an example illustration of the outline of at least one motor that can be used with one or more test platforms described herein.

[0053] Figure 13 This is an example illustration of a front view of at least one motor that can be used with one or more test platforms described herein.

[0054] Figure 14A and Figure 14B These are example illustrations of multiple contours of couplings used to couple wearable devices (and / or components thereof) to one or more test platforms described herein.

[0055] Figure 15 This is an example illustration of a testing platform for wearable devices (and / or their components).

[0056] Figure 16 It is about Figure 15 An example illustration of the described test platform.

[0057] Figure 17 It is about Figure 16 Example illustrations of different views of the hinged elements of the described test platform.

[0058] Figure 18 It is about Figure 16 An example top view illustration of the hinged element of the described test platform.

[0059] Figure 19 This is an example illustration of a perspective view of the test platform.

[0060] Figure 20 This is a first-person illustration of a test platform enclosed in a safety enclosure.

[0061] Figure 21 This is an example illustration from a second-person perspective of the test platform enclosed in a safety shield.

[0062] Figure 22 This is an example illustration of at least one armature of a test platform capable of simulating throwing motion and other motions.

[0063] Figure 23 This is an example illustration of the characteristics of g-force applied to one or more test platforms for wearable devices (and / or their components).

[0064] Figure 24 This is an example illustration of the characteristics of g-force applied to one or more test platforms for wearable devices (and / or their components). Detailed Implementation

[0065] For the purpose of promoting an understanding of the principles of this disclosure, reference will now be made to the examples shown in the accompanying drawings, and these examples will be described using specific language. However, it will be understood that this is not intended to limit the scope of this disclosure in any way.

[0066] Figure 1 This is a block diagram illustrating an example Wearable Device Test and Monitoring System Network (WDTMSN) 100 operable to monitor and / or control one or more parts of a Wearable Device Test and Monitoring System (NDMS). One or more of the following: digital and / or analog control signals, electronic content, various input signals and / or various output signals, and other Wearable Device Test and Monitoring System information can be transmitted from / across / between the Wearable Device Test and Monitoring System Network 100. One or more of the following: discrete and / or continuous control schemes, techniques, and / or algorithms can be processed / executed by / across / from the Wearable Device Test and Monitoring System Network 100.

[0067] Electronic content can include media content, electronic documents, device-to-device communications, streaming media content, digital image still frames, digital streaming video, internet / cloud-based electronic applications / services / databases, electronic communications and / or services (e.g., video / audio conferencing), internet-based electronic services, virtual reality content and / or services, augmented reality content and / or services, media captioning content and / or services, e-commerce, video components / elements of electronic content and / or audio components / elements of electronic content, and other types of electronic content. Electronic content can include behavioral tags, firmware versions, stateful or stateless algorithms, indications of changes compared to previous time periods (e.g., changes compared to the last data transmission), etc.

[0068] In one or more scenarios, WDTMSN devices 110a-110d transmit / receive signals and / or communicate and / or receive data services from WAN 120 via a connection to Wearable Device Test and Monitoring Network (WDTMN) 130. One or more nodes of Wearable Device Test and Monitoring Network 130 and / or WAN 120 can communicate with one or more cloud-based nodes (not shown) via Internet 124.

[0069] The WDTMSN device may include, for example, a modem 110a, a process control device / logic controller 110b, a wireless router including an embedded modem 110c, or a media gateway 110d, as well as many other devices (such as digital subscriber line (DSL) modems, Internet Voice Protocol (VoIP) terminal adapters, video game consoles, digital multifunction disc (DVD) players, communication equipment, hotspot devices, etc.). For example, the wearable device testing and monitoring network 130 may be a hybrid fiber-coaxial (HFC) network, a local area network (LAN), a wireless local area network (WLAN), a cellular network and / or a personal area network (PAN), and other networks. As used herein, for example, a Wearable Device Test and Monitoring Control Device (WDTMCD) can be any of devices 110a-110d and / or 140a-140i, an Internet gateway, a router device, a set-top box (STB), a process control device / logic controller, a smart media device (SMD), a cloud computing device, any type of WDTMCD, and / or any other suitable device (e.g., a wired and / or wireless device) that can be configured to perform one or more of the technologies and / or functions disclosed herein.

[0070] The WDTMCD device facilitates communication between WAN 120 and devices 140a-140i. A cable modem or embedded MTA (eMTA) 110a facilitates communication between WAN 120 and computer 140a. A process control device / logic controller 110b facilitates communication between WAN 120 and television / monitor / display 140b (e.g., media presentation device, graphical user interface, process control interface, etc.) and / or digital video recorder (DVR). A wireless router 110c facilitates communication between computer 140c and WAN 120.

[0071] Media gateway 110d facilitates communication between mobile devices 140d (e.g., tablet computing devices, smartphones, personal digital assistant (PDA) devices, laptop computing devices, etc.; one or more PC-based, iOS-based, Linux-based, and / or Android-based devices, etc.) and WAN 120. One or more speaker devices (e.g., sound radiating devices / systems) 140e can communicate with wearable device test and monitoring network 130, process control devices / logic controllers 110b, and / or televisions / monitors / displays 140b, etc. Camera devices 140g, 140h, and / or 140i can communicate with, for example, computers 140a, televisions / monitors / displays 140b, computers 140c, and / or wearable device test and monitoring network 130, as well as other devices and networks.

[0072] One or more speaker devices 140e (e.g., surround sound speakers, home theater speakers, other external wired / wireless speakers, amplifiers, full-range drivers, subwoofer drivers, low-frequency drivers, mid-frequency drivers, high-frequency drivers, coaxial drivers, etc.) can broadcast at least the audio component of electronic content / media content, as well as other audio signals, processes, and / or applications. One or more speaker devices 140e may have the ability to radiate sound in a pre-configured acoustic / physical pattern (e.g., cone pattern, directional pattern, etc.). For example, audible alarms for condition monitoring of process control equipment / logic controllers can be communicated via one or more speaker devices 140e.

[0073] One or more microphone devices 140f can be external / standalone microphone devices. One or more microphone devices 140f can communicate with wearable device test and monitoring network 130, process control equipment / logic controller 110b, television / monitor / display 140b, computer 140a, computer 140c, mobile device 140a, etc. Any of devices 110a-110d and / or devices 140a-140i may include internal microphone devices. One or more speaker devices 140e (e.g., “speakers”) and / or one or more microphone devices 140f (e.g., “microphones”, which may be “high-quality” devices such as far-field microphones, noise-canceling microphones, shotgun microphones, dynamic microphones, ribbon microphones and / or diaphragm microphones of various sizes, Bluetooth™-based remote / control devices, RF4CE-based remote / control devices, etc.) may have wired and / or wireless connections (e.g., Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, proprietary protocol communication networks, etc.) to any of the other devices 140a-140i, wearable device test and monitoring network 130, WAN 120 and / or Internet 124.

[0074] Camera devices 140g-140i can provide digital video input / output capabilities for one or more of devices 110a-110d and / or devices 140a-140d. Camera devices 140g-140i can communicate with any of devices 110a-110d and / or devices 140a-140f, possibly via wired and / or wireless connections. One or more of camera devices 140g-140i can capture digital images, digital video streams, and / or can scan various types of images, such as Universal Product Code (UPC) codes and / or Quick Response (QR) codes, and other images. One or more of camera devices 140g-140i can provide video input / output for, for example, video surveillance and other video functions (e.g., acting as a webcam or the like).

[0075] Any of the camera devices 140g-140i may include a microphone device and / or a speaker device. The inputs / outputs of any of the camera devices 140g-140i may include audio signals / packets / components, which may be, for example, separate / separable from the video signals / packets / components of any of the camera devices 140g-140i, or combined with video signals / packets / components in some (e.g., separable) combinations.

[0076] One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can detect the presence of one or more objects and / or things (e.g., the wearable device under test) that may be near the camera device 140g-140i and / or may be located in the same general space as the camera device 140g-140i (e.g., the same room, the same space, the same test platform, etc.). One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can measure the general activity level (e.g., high activity, medium activity, and / or low activity) of one or more objects that can be detected by the camera device 140g-140i. One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can detect one or more general characteristics (e.g., height, body shape, skin color, pulse, heart rate, respiratory count, object size, object volume, object motion, object size, etc.) of one or more objects and / or things detected by the camera device 140g-140i. For example, one or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can be configured to identify one or more specific objects and / or things. One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can be configured to detect the attention / gaze of one object toward another (e.g., to detect an object and / or a thing, which may correspond to the attention / gaze of one object toward another).

[0077] One of the camera devices 140g-140i or any of the devices 110a-110d and / or 140a-140d can use wireless communication, such as Bluetooth™ and / or Wi-Fi™ and other wireless communication protocols. One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can be located outside of any of the devices 110a-110d and / or 140a-140d. One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can be located inside any of the devices 110a-110d and / or 140a-140d. Any of the devices 140g-140i, 110a-110d, and / or 140a-140d can sense and / or detect wireless communication from the wearable device under test, such as Bluetooth™ and / or Wi-Fi™ and other wireless communication protocols.

[0078] One or more of the camera devices 140g-140i can be industrial vision camera devices. The vision camera can be a gigabit Ethernet compatible device (e.g., 10 GB Ethernet or similar). The vision camera can operate in black and white and / or color modes. The vision camera can have at least 8.8 megapixels (8.8 megapixels) or similar capacity. The vision camera can have a resolution of 4096 × 2160 pixels or similar. For example, the vision camera can be, for instance, manufactured by Baumer, such as the VLXT-90C.I LX series or similar / equivalent devices as mentioned herein, capable of capturing product images in various forms, such as digital still image frames and / or video streams, possibly from, for example, ninety-five (95) frames per second (fps). The vision camera can have one or more parameters that can be remotely and / or locally configured.

[0079] WDTMCD devices (such as process control devices / logic controller devices, media gateway devices, and others) can support visual and / or voice interfaces with users, viewers, and / or wearable device test and monitoring network operators 130. This interface can support intelligent enhancements to the user / viewer / operator experience, for example, in a wearable device test and monitoring network environment or in any network environment. One or more traditional and / or current viewer experiences can be enriched to utilize the visual and / or voice interfaces, possibly, for example, to derive intelligent actions and / or results.

[0080] In one or more contexts, any of the devices 110a-110d, 140a-140i, and other devices may be used to implement the capabilities, techniques, methods, and / or any of the devices described herein.

[0081] The WAN network 120 and / or wearable device testing and monitoring network 130 can be implemented as any type of wired and / or wireless network, including local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), global networks (Internet), etc. Therefore, the WAN network 120 and / or wearable device testing and monitoring network 130 may include one or more communication-coupled network computing devices (not shown) for facilitating the flow and / or processing of network communication traffic via a series of wired and / or wireless interconnections. Such network computing devices may include, but are not limited to, one or more access points, routers, switches, servers, computing devices, and / or storage devices.

[0082] Without the capabilities, techniques, methods, systems, and / or devices described herein, those skilled in the art would not understand how to perform a relatively high gravity test on one or more wearable devices and / or components thereof. Such capabilities, systems, devices, methods, and / or techniques can be useful for this type of purpose as well as for other purposes, such as providing methods for determining the robustness of wearable devices when they can be deployed on one or more objects (e.g., pets) in a real-time environment.

[0083] This document describes one or more device testing platforms that enable wearable devices (and / or their components) to withstand various forces and / or conditions, which enable the collection and / or evaluation of data collected from / from device components (including accelerometers, gyroscopes, WiFi transmissions in different environments), testing battery life, and / or inputting specific signals into wearable device data.

[0084] The test platforms described herein can employ one or more physical movements (e.g., not just electronic testing) of sensors / wearable devices / their components to generate forces that may produce static friction (e.g., stuck accelerometer signals). Various gravitational forces can be evaluated to determine thresholds for accelerometer (and / or other component) failure. A variety of test scenarios can be performed, including accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, gyroscope failure, WiFi signal strength, battery life, etc.

[0085] The force of up to 16 g generated for each device under test may benefit from additional safety considerations, such as a substrate / coupler fixture designed to securely attach the sensor to the moving / rotating arm; a safety housing (e.g., plexiglass) designed to cover the test platform fixture and / or prevent the device from flying off during testing and / or prevent interference with the moving / rotating elements.

[0086] One or more test platforms may be battery-powered rotary devices with suction cup attachments designed for (e.g., relatively easy) placement to allow testing of WiFi signal strength and / or data transmission in various settings. One or more test platforms may utilize custom sensor mounts and / or various arm movements to simulate different types of forces, including rotation in a plane, downward throwing motions, etc. One or more test platforms may be mobile and / or battery-powered (and / or powered by a continuous power source).

[0087] Technical solutions for safely subjecting devices containing electronic components (such as accelerometers and / or gyroscopes, and other devices) to various forces and / or conditions in order to assess conditions that could lead to component and device failure may be useful. One or more wearable device test platforms described herein can be fully configurable autonomous devices. For example, data capture can be performed based on one or more calculated test profiles.

[0088] In one or more scenarios, the configuration of one or more test platform motors (e.g., servo or non-servo motors) can be completed, perhaps once a reference baseline can be established. One or more test platforms can be configurable to accept one or more different devices, perhaps, for example, to ensure that measurements applied by the test platform meet standards, and for other reasons. In one or more scenarios, servo motors may include programmable servo processing devices to cause the test platform to move with linear and / or predictable motion. In one or more scenarios, this can produce predictable and / or precise motion to establish a baseline for accelerometer activity (and / or other devices under test).

[0089] In one or more scenarios, baseline data for one or more wearable devices (and / or components thereof) can be established by impacting the wearable device under test against a table at least three times (e.g., three substantial impacts). This can provide (e.g., extremely) distinct data spikes, thus providing a starting point. In one or more scenarios, the motor can be subjected to a zero-return sequence (e.g., placing the test platform in a horizontal position).

[0090] During a 30-minute period, the test platform can be positioned at the baseline (or test) position from 0 degrees, move to approximately 45 degrees off-center and briefly stop, change direction, bypass the 0-degree position, and move directly to a -45-degree position (relative to 0 degrees). The test platform can pause again, then bypass 0 degrees and move back to 45 degrees. This sequence can be implemented (e.g., back and forth) to provide 30 minutes of continuous motion. After 30 minutes have elapsed, the test can be stopped (e.g., automatically) by returning the test platform to the 0-degree (horizontal) position. This concludes the baseline / test for the wearable device.

[0091] Figure 2 This is an example illustration of a test platform 202 used for testing one or more wearable devices and / or their components. Figure 2 In this design, the test platform 202 may include a motor 206, which may be secured by a base element 208. A motor shaft 210 may be connected to a hinge element 212. At least a first coupling element 214 may be connected to the hinge element 212. The first coupling element 214 may secure a wearable device (or a component thereof) 216. A safety shield 218 (e.g., made of plexiglass or a similar material) may cover and / or surround most, but not all (e.g., the vast majority) of the test platform 202. The test platform 202 may be powered by at least one battery 220 and / or a direct current (DC) power supply (not shown). The battery 220 and / or the DC power supply may be regulated by a DC power regulator 222.

[0092] Figure 3A This is an example illustration of the test platform 302 from a first-person perspective. Figure 3B This is an example illustration of test platform 302 from a second-view perspective. Figure 3A and Figure 3B In this test platform 302, at least a first substrate 304 and at least a first support element 306 may be included. The first support element 306 may extend orthogonally from the first substrate 304 at a first end 308. The test platform 302 may include at least a first motor 310, which may be positioned near a second end 312 of the first support element 306. At least a first hinge element 314 may be connected to a shaft (not shown) of the first motor 310.

[0093] Figure 5 This is an example illustration of a motor 310 mounted on a test platform 302 on a first support element 306. The motor 310 may include a wired and / or wireless communication interface (not shown) that can communicate via an object nutrient distribution monitoring communication network 130.

[0094] Figure 6A and Figure 6B Example illustrations 602 and 642 are of a wearable device (or a component thereof) and a coupling that secures the wearable device (or a component thereof) to a test platform (not shown). Figure 6A In this context, a wearable device (or a component thereof) 604 can be secured to an element of a test platform (not shown) by a coupling member 606 (e.g., the coupling member 606 may be customized for the device 604). Figure 6B In this context, a wearable device (or a component thereof) 608 may be secured to an element of a test platform (not shown) by a coupling member 610 (e.g., the coupling member 610 may be customized for the device 608).

[0095] Figure 7A and Figure 7B Example illustrations 702 and 742 are of a wearable device (or a component thereof) and a coupling that secures the wearable device (or a component thereof) to a test platform (not shown). Figure 7A In this configuration, a first wearable device (or a component thereof) 704 may be secured to an element of a test platform 706 by a coupling member 708 (e.g., the coupling member 708 may be customized for the device 704). A second wearable device (or a component thereof) 710 may be secured to an element of a test platform 712 by a coupling member 714 (e.g., the coupling member 714 may be customized for the device 710). In one or more scenarios, elements 706 and 712 may be different ends of the same element of the test platform. In one or more scenarios, a counterweight (not shown) may replace wearable devices (and / or components thereof) 704 and / or 710. The coupling member 714 may be a substrate as shown, but may also be another attachment device, such as a rubber band for holding a sensor to a neck collar and / or any other type of clamping device.

[0096] exist Figure 7B In this configuration, a first wearable device (or a component thereof) 720 may be secured to an element of a test platform 722 by a coupling member 724 (e.g., the coupling member 724 may be customized for the device 720). A second wearable device (or a component thereof) 726 may be secured to an element of a test platform 728 by a coupling member 730 (e.g., the coupling member 730 may be customized for the device 726). In one or more scenarios, elements 722 and 728 may be different ends of the same element of the test platform. In one or more scenarios, a counterweight (not shown) may replace wearable devices (or components thereof) 720 and / or 726.

[0097] Figure 8A and Figure 8B This is an example illustration of the control diagram 802 and the overall layout 842 of the test platform. Figure 8A In this configuration, the test platform 804 may include a motor 806. The motor 806 may be at least partially controlled by a start / stop (e.g., pressing) button 808. The test platform 804 and / or the motor 806 may be powered by a DC power supply 810 (e.g., 24VDC). Figure 8B In this setup, the test platform 804 and DC power supply 810 are typically arranged on a table / bench 816.

[0098] Figure 9A and Figure 9B Examples of test motions on the test platform are shown in diagrams 902 and 942. Figure 9A and Figure 9BIn this configuration, the test platform 902 may include a hinge element 906. A first wearable device (or a component thereof) or a weight 908 may be fixed near one end of the hinge element 906. A second wearable device (or a component thereof) or a weight 910 may be fixed near the other end of the hinge element 906. Figure 9A The diagram shows the hinge element 906 in at least one stroke of a test motion (e.g., oscillating motion or throwing motion). Figure 9B The diagram shows the hinge element 906 in at least one other stroke of a test motion (e.g., an oscillating motion or a throwing motion). The distribution of the first wearable device 908 and the second wearable device 910 can produce the same lever arm for both devices relative to the pivot point (indicated by the dashed line).

[0099] Figure 10 This is an example illustration depicting characteristic 1002 of a wearable device (and / or its components) receiving one or more signals from a test platform described herein. Figure 10 In this context, the wearable device or component may be an accelerometer (not shown).

[0100] Figure 11A and Figure 11B This is an example illustration 1102 of a test platform enclosed in a safety shield. Figure 11A The image shows a top-down view of the test platform 1104, which is surrounded (e.g., substantially surrounded) by a safety shield 1108. Figure 11B The image shows a silhouette view of a test platform 1104 surrounded (e.g., substantially surrounded) by a safety shield 1108.

[0101] Figure 12 This is an example illustration of a outline view 1202 of at least one motor 1204 that can be used with one or more test platforms described herein. Figure 12 In this configuration, motor 1204 may have a shaft 1206. Motor 1204 may include one or more connection terminals 1208 for wired connections to power and / or control signals for motor 1204. Motor 1204 may include one or more wireless transceivers (not shown) for transmitting wireless control signals, for example.

[0102] Figure 13 This is an example illustration of a front view 1302 of at least one motor 1204 that can be used with one or more test platforms described herein. Figure 13 In this case, the motor 1204 may have a shaft 1206.

[0103] Figure 14A and Figure 14BExample illustration 1402 shows multiple contours for coupling wearable devices (and / or components thereof) to one or more test platforms described herein. Figure 14A The image shows a contour view 1404 of a coupling for a wearable device (and / or its components) (not shown). A top view 1406 of the coupling for a wearable device (and / or its components) (not shown) is also shown. Figure 14B The image shows a front view 1408 of a coupling for a wearable device (and / or its components) (not shown). A front view 1409 (outer view) of a wearable device (and / or its components) 1410 is also shown.

[0104] Figure 15 This is an example illustration of a test platform 1502 for wearable devices (and / or their components) (not shown). Figure 15 In this test platform 1502, a substrate 1504 may be included. The test platform 1502 may include a first support element 1506. The first support element 1506 may have a first end 1508 and a second end 1510. The first support element 1506 may extend orthogonally from the substrate 1504 at its first end 1508. The test platform 1502 may include a second support element 1512. The second support element 1512 may have a first end 1514 and a second end 1516. The second support element 1512 may extend orthogonally from the substrate 1504 at its first end 1514. The test platform 1502 may include a lateral element 1518. The lateral element 1518 may extend from the first support element 1506 at its second end 1510 to the second support element 1512 at its second end 1516. The lateral element 1518 may be arranged in a parallel orientation relative to the substrate 1504. The test platform 1502 may include a motor 1520, which may include a shaft 1522.

[0105] Figure 16 It is about Figure 15 Example diagram 1602 of the described test platform. Figure 16In the test platform 1602, a hinge element 1604 may be connected to a shaft 1522. The hinge element 1604 may have a first end 1606 and a second end 1608. At least a first coupling member 1612 (in outline form) may be disposed near the first end 1606 of the hinge element 1604. The first coupling member 1612 may be configured to secure a wearable device (and / or a component of a wearable device) 1614. A second coupling member 1616 may be configured to secure another wearable device (and / or a component of a wearable device) (not shown). The hinge element 1604 may be arranged via the shaft 1522 such that the hinge element 1604 is placed in one or more second test movements in a horizontal plane parallel to the substrate (not shown).

[0106] Figure 17 It is about Figure 16 Example illustration 1702 shows the top and side views of the hinge element 1604 of the described test platform 1602. Figure 17 In the diagram, hinge element 1604A is shown as a side view of hinge element 1604. In one or more contexts, the hinge element described herein may be referred to as an armature element. Hinge element 1604B is shown... Figure 16 A top view of the hinge element 1604.

[0107] Figure 18 It is about Figure 16 Another example top view illustration 1802 of the hinge element 1604 of the described test platform 1602 is shown. Figure 16 In the diagram, hinge element 1604C is shown. Figure 16 Another top view of the hinge element 1604.

[0108] Figure 19 This is an example perspective view of test platform 1902. Test platform 1902 may include a base plate 1904, a first support element 1906, a second support element 1908, and a lateral element 1928. Test platform 1902 may include a motor 1910 and a hinge element 1912. A first coupling member 1914 and a second coupling member 1916 may be disposed on hinge element 1912.

[0109] Figure 20 It is about Figure 19 The example illustration of the first-person perspective of the described test platform 1902 is shown in Figure 2002. Figure 20In this configuration, the test platform 1902 may be enclosed within a safety shield 2006 (e.g., plexiglass or the like). The safety shield 2006 may include a first latching mechanism 2008 and / or a second latching mechanism 2010, which may secure at least the top portion of the safety shield 2006 to the remainder of the safety shield 2006.

[0110] Figure 21 It is about Figure 19 An example illustration of a top view 2102 of the described test platform 1902.

[0111] Figure 22 This is an example illustration of a side perspective view of a test platform 2202. The test platform 2202 may include a base plate 2204, a first support element 2206, a second support element 2208, and a transverse element 2228. The test platform 2202 may include a motor (not shown) and a hinge element 2212. A first coupling member 2214 may be disposed on the hinge element 2212. The first coupling member 2214 may be arranged at various angles 2230 relative to the hinge element 2212. The hinge element 2212 may be pivotally connected / oriented in an opening 2232.

[0112] Figure 23 Example illustration of the g-force characteristic 2302 applied to one or more test platforms for a wearable device (and / or its components).

[0113] Figure 24 This is an example illustration of the g-force characteristic 2402 applied to one or more test platforms for a wearable device (and / or its components).

[0114] Given Figures 1 to 24 It should be understood that this document discloses a technical solution for a test and monitoring system for wearable devices. The technical solution for an apparatus / system (and / or a method / technology implemented using the system / apparatus) for testing wearable devices is disclosed. One or more systems may include a first test platform. The first test platform may include a first substrate and / or a first support element. The first support element may have a first end and a second end. The first support element may extend orthogonally from the first substrate at the first end of the first support element.

[0115] One or more systems may include a first motor, which may be disposed near a second end of a first support element. A first hinge element may be connected to the shaft of the first motor. The first hinge element may have a first end and a second end. At least a first coupling member may be disposed near the first end of the first hinge element. The first coupling member may be configured to secure a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The first hinge element may be arranged using the shaft of the first motor for one or more first test movements of the first hinge element in a vertical plane orthogonal to the first substrate.

[0116] One or more systems may include a control device. The control device may include a memory, a transceiver, and / or a processor. The processor may be configured to control at least a first motor to position a first articulated element in one or more first test movements. The processor may be configured to receive one or more first signals from a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more first signals may indicate a response to one or more first test movements.

[0117] In one or more scenarios, one or more systems may include a second test platform. The second test platform may include a second substrate and / or a second first support element. The second first support element may have a first end and a second end. The second first support element may extend orthogonally from the second substrate from the first end of the second first support element.

[0118] One or more systems may include a second support element. The second support element may have a first end and a second end. The second support element may extend orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second support element.

[0119] One or more systems may include lateral elements. The lateral elements may extend from a second first support element at a second end of a second first support element to a second second support element at a second end of a second second support element. The lateral elements may be arranged in a parallel orientation relative to the second substrate.

[0120] One or more systems may include a second motor, which may be positioned near the central portion of the transverse element. A second hinge element may be connected to the shaft of the second motor. The second hinge element may have a first end and a second end. At least a second first coupling member may be positioned near the first end of the second hinge element. The second first coupling member may be configured to secure a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The second hinge element may be arranged using the shaft of the second motor to allow the second hinge element to be positioned in one or more second test movements in a horizontal plane parallel to the first substrate.

[0121] The processor can also be configured to control a second motor to position the second articulated element in one or more second test movements. The processor can be configured to receive one or more second signals from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more second signals can indicate a response to one or more second test movements.

[0122] In one or more scenarios, the wearable device and / or a component of the wearable device may be an accelerometer. The processor may also be configured to cause one or more first test motions and / or one or more second test motions to generate static friction in the accelerometer.

[0123] In one or more scenarios, one or more systems may include a first safety shield. The first safety shield may enclose the majority of the first test platform. One or more systems may include a second safety shield. The second safety shield may enclose the majority of the second test platform.

[0124] The first motor may be further disposed near the second end of the first support element, such that the shaft of the first motor can extend through a through hole near the second end of the first support element. The second motor may be further disposed near the center portion of the transverse element, such that the shaft of the second motor can extend through a through hole near the center portion of the transverse element.

[0125] In one or more scenarios, the first motor and / or the second motor are servo motors. In one or more scenarios, the control device may be an integrated component of the first motor and / or the second motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device may be a distributed control device on the first motor and the second motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device may communicate with the first motor and / or the second motor via a wired communication network and / or a wireless communication network.

[0126] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements can generate one or more signals from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device, such signals corresponding to accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transfer rate capability, WiFi signal strength, and / or battery life, for example.

[0127] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements may include centrifugal movements, oscillating movements, circular movements, throwing movements, shaking movements and / or rotating movements, for example.

[0128] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more first test movements and / or one or more second test movements can generate gravitational and / or rotational forces on the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device, with amplitudes of up to, for example, 16 g (16 g force) and other force amplitudes.

[0129] In one or more scenarios, the processor may be configured to control a first motor to position a first articulated element in one or more first test movements based on one or more first predetermined test profiles. In one or more scenarios, the processor may be configured to control a second motor to position a second articulated element in one or more second test movements based on one or more second predetermined test profiles. The one or more first predetermined test profiles and / or one or more second predetermined test profiles may be based on a reference baseline of the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device.

[0130] In one or more scenarios, the first test platform and / or the second test platform may be powered by at least one battery and / or a regulated DC power supply.

[0131] Technical solutions (and / or methods / techniques implemented using the system / device) for testing wearable devices are disclosed. One or more systems may include a test platform. The test platform may include a base element and / or a motor connected to the base element.

[0132] The test platform may include a hinge element that can be connected to a motor shaft. The hinge element may be substantially circular. At least a first coupling member may be connected to the hinge element. The first coupling member may be configured to secure a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The hinge element may be arranged using the shaft of a first motor for one or more test movements of the hinge element. The test platform may include a safety shield. The safety shield may enclose the majority of the test platform.

[0133] One or more systems may include a control device. The control device may include a memory, a transceiver, and / or a processor. The processor may be configured to control at least a motor to position the articulated element in one or more test movements. The processor may be configured to receive one or more signals from a wearable device and / or components of the wearable device. The one or more signals may indicate a response to one or more test movements. In one or more scenarios, the articulated element may include one or more wheel-like structures.

[0134] In one or more scenarios, the first coupling element may be attached to a suction cup and / or other attachment device. The first coupling element may be connected to a hinge element via a suction cup and / or other attachment device.

[0135] In one or more scenarios, the wearable device and / or a component of the wearable device may be an accelerometer. The processor may be configured such that at least one of the one or more test motions can generate static friction in the accelerometer.

[0136] In one or more scenarios, the motor can be a servo motor or a non-servo motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device can be an integrated component of the motor. In one or more scenarios, the control device can communicate with the motor via a wired communication network and / or a wireless communication network.

[0137] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured to generate one or more signals from the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device, such signals corresponding to accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transfer rate capability, WiFi signal strength, and / or battery life, for example.

[0138] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more test motions may include centrifugal motion, oscillating motion, circular motion, rocking motion, or rotational motion, for example.

[0139] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured such that one or more test motions can generate a gravitational force with an amplitude of up to 16 g (16 g force) on the wearable device and / or a component of the wearable device.

[0140] In one or more scenarios, the processor can be configured to control the motor to position the articulated element in one or more test movements based on one or more predetermined test profiles. The one or more predetermined test profiles may be based on a reference baseline of the wearable device and / or components of the wearable device.

[0141] In one or more scenarios, the test platform may be powered by at least one battery and / or a regulated DC power supply.

[0142] Figure 4 This is a block diagram of the hardware configuration of an example device that can act as a process control device / logic controller, such as... Figure 1Wearable device testing and monitoring control device 110b and other devices such as any of devices 140a-140i and devices 110a-110d, for example. Hardware configuration 400 may be operable to facilitate the delivery of information from an internal server of the device. Hardware configuration 400 may include processor 410, memory 420, storage device 430 and / or input / output device 440. One or more of components 410, 420, 430 and 440 may be interconnected, for example, using system bus 450. Processor 410 may process instructions for execution within hardware configuration 400. Processor 410 may be a single-threaded processor or processor 410 may be a multi-threaded processor. Processor 410 may be able to process instructions stored in memory 420 and / or on storage device 430.

[0143] Memory 420 may store information within hardware configuration 400. Memory 420 may be a computer-readable medium (CRM), such as a non-transitory CRM. Memory 420 may be a volatile memory cell and / or a non-volatile memory cell.

[0144] Storage device 430 can provide mass storage for hardware configuration 400. Storage device 430 can be a computer-readable medium (CRM), such as a non-transitory CRM. Storage device 430 can include, for example, hard disk drives, optical disk drives, flash memory, and / or other mass storage devices. Storage device 430 can be a device located external to hardware configuration 400.

[0145] Input / output device 440 can provide input / output operations for hardware configuration 400. Input / output device 440 (e.g., transceiver device) may include one or more of the following: network interface devices (e.g., Ethernet cards), serial communication devices (e.g., RS-232 ports), one or more Universal Serial Bus (USB) interfaces (e.g., USB 2.0 ports), and / or wireless interface devices (e.g., 802.11 cards). Input / output devices may include those configured to output to one or more networks (e.g.,... Figure 1 The wearable device test and monitoring network 130) is a driving device that sends and / or receives communications from it. Input / output device 400 can communicate with one or more input / output modules (not shown) that may be close to or away from hardware configuration 400. One or more output modules can provide input / output functionality in digital signal form, discrete signal form, TTL form, analog signal form, serial communication protocol, fieldbus protocol communication, and / or other open or proprietary communication protocols and / or similar protocols.

[0146] Camera device 460 can provide digital video input / output capabilities to hardware configuration 400. Camera device 460 can communicate with any component of hardware configuration 400, possibly via system bus 450. Camera device 460 can capture digital images and / or scan various types of images, such as Universal Product Code (UPC) codes and / or Quick Response (QR) codes, as well as other images as described herein. In one or more scenarios, camera device 460 can be identical and / or substantially similar to any other camera device described herein.

[0147] Camera device 460 may include at least one microphone device and / or at least one speaker device (not shown). The inputs / outputs of camera device 460 may include audio signals / packets / components, which may be separate / separable from the video signals / packets / components of camera device 460, or combined with the video signals / packets / components of camera device 460 in some (e.g., separable) combinations.

[0148] Camera device 460 can also detect the presence of one or more objects that may be near camera device 460 and / or located in the same general space as camera device 460 (e.g., the same room, feeding area, etc.). Camera device 460 can measure the general activity level (e.g., high activity, medium activity, and / or low activity) of one or more objects that can be detected by camera device 460. Camera device 460 can detect one or more general characteristics (e.g., height, body shape, skin color, pulse, heart rate, respiratory count, weight, posture, hair type, etc.) of one or more objects detected by camera device 460. Camera device 460 can be configured to identify one or more specific objects, for example. Camera device 460 can be configured to monitor / capture one or more of the wearable device testing techniques, methods, devices, and / or systems disclosed herein.

[0149] Camera device 460 can communicate with hardware configuration 400 via wired and / or wireless communication. In one or more scenarios, camera device 460 may be located outside of hardware configuration 400. In one or more scenarios, camera device 460 may be located inside hardware configuration 400.

[0150] The subject matter of this disclosure and its components can be implemented by instructions that, when executed, cause one or more processing devices to perform the processes and / or functions described herein. Such instructions may include, for example, interpreted instructions, such as scripting instructions (e.g., JavaScript or ECMAScript instructions) or executable code, and / or other instructions stored in a computer-readable medium.

[0151] The embodiments of the subject matter and / or functional operation described in this specification and / or the accompanying drawings may be provided in digital electronic circuits, computer software, firmware and / or hardware (including the structures disclosed in this specification and their structural equivalents) and / or combinations thereof. The subject matter described in this specification may be implemented as one or more computer program products, for example, one or more modules of computer program instructions encoded on a tangible program carrier for execution by a data processing apparatus and / or control of the operation of the data processing apparatus.

[0152] Computer programs (also known as programs, software, software applications, scripts, or code) can be written in any programming language, including compiled or interpreted languages ​​and / or declarative or procedural languages. They can be deployed in any form, including as standalone programs or as modules, components, subroutines, and / or other units suited to a computing environment. A computer program may or may not correspond to a file in a file system. A program may be stored as part of a file that holds other programs and / or data (e.g., one or more scripts stored in a markup language document), a single file dedicated to the program in question, and / or multiple co-files (e.g., a file storing one or more modules, subroutines, or portions of code). A computer program can be deployed to execute on a single computer or on multiple computers that may be located at one site or distributed across multiple sites and / or interconnected via a communication network.

[0153] The processes and / or logic flows described in this specification and / or the accompanying drawings can be executed by one or more programmable processors that execute one or more computer programs to perform functions by manipulating input data and / or generating outputs, thereby binding the processes to a specific machine (e.g., a machine programmed to perform the processes described herein). The processes and / or logic flows can also be executed by special-purpose logic circuitry, and the apparatus can also be implemented as special-purpose logic circuitry, such as FPGAs (Field-Programmable Gate Arrays) and / or ASICs (Application-Specific Integrated Circuits).

[0154] Computer-readable media suitable for storing computer program instructions and / or data can include all forms of non-volatile memory, media, and memory devices, including, for example, semiconductor memory devices (e.g., EPROM, EEPROM, and / or flash memory devices); magnetic disks (e.g., internal hard disks or removable disks); magneto-optical disks; and / or CD-ROMs and DVD-ROMs. The processor and / or memory may be supplemented by or incorporated into dedicated logic circuitry.

[0155] While this specification and accompanying drawings contain numerous specific details of implementation, these should not be construed as limiting the scope of any invention and / or what may be claimed, but rather as descriptions of features that may be specific to the exemplary embodiments described. Certain features described in the context of individual embodiments may also be implemented in combination in a possible single embodiment. Various features described in the context of a possible single embodiment may also be implemented individually in multiple combinations or in any suitable sub-combinations. Although features may be described above as functioning in certain combinations and / or possibly even (e.g., initially) so claimed, one or more features from a claimed combination may be removed from that combination in certain circumstances. Claimed combinations may be for sub-combinations and / or variations thereof.

[0156] Although operations may be depicted sequentially in the accompanying drawings, this should not be construed as requiring such operations to be performed in the specific order and / or sequential manner shown, and / or requiring all illustrated operations to be performed to achieve a useful result. The described program components and / or systems may typically be integrated into a single software product and / or packaged into multiple software products.

[0157] Examples of the subject matter described herein have been described. Unless otherwise expressly stated, the actions listed in the claims may be performed in a different order and still achieve a useful result. For example, the processes described in the accompanying drawings may not require the specific order and / or sequence shown to achieve a useful result. Multitasking and parallel processing can be advantageous in one or more scenarios.

[0158] Although this disclosure has been shown and described in detail in the accompanying drawings and the foregoing description, it should be considered illustrative rather than restrictive, and it should be understood that only certain examples have been shown and described, and protection is intended for all changes and modifications within the spirit of this disclosure.

[0159] Non-restrictive and composable examples

[0160] Example 1: A system for testing wearable devices, the system comprising a first test platform. The first test platform includes a first substrate and a first support element. The first support element has a first end and a second end. The first support element extends orthogonally from the first substrate at the first end of the first support element. The first test platform includes a first motor disposed near the second end of the first support element; and a first hinge element connected to a shaft of the first motor. The first hinge element has a first end and a second end. The first test platform includes at least a first coupling member disposed near the first end of the first hinge element. The first coupling member is configured to secure at least one of: a wearable device or a component of a wearable device. The first hinge element is arranged via the shaft of the first motor for one or more first test movements of the first hinge element in a vertical plane orthogonal to the first substrate.

[0161] The system includes a control device. The control device includes: a memory; a transceiver; and a processor. The processor is at least configured to: control the first motor to position the first hinge element in the one or more first test movements; and receive one or more first signals from the wearable device or at least one component of the wearable device. The one or more first signals indicate a response to the one or more first test movements.

[0162] Example 2. The system according to Example 1 further includes a second test platform. The second test platform includes a second substrate; and a second first support element. The second first support element has a first end and a second end. The second first support element extends orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second first support element. The second test platform includes a second second support element. The second second support element has a first end and a second end. The second second support element extends orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second second support element. The second test platform includes a lateral element. The lateral element extends from the second first support element at the second end of the second first support element to the second second support element at the second end of the second second support element. The lateral element is arranged in a parallel orientation relative to the second substrate. The second test platform includes a second motor disposed near the central portion of the lateral element; and a second hinge element connected to the shaft of the second motor. The second hinge element has a first end and a second end. The second test platform includes at least a second first coupling member disposed near the first end of the second hinge element. The second first coupling element is configured to secure at least one of the following: a wearable device or a component of a wearable device. The second hinge element is arranged via the shaft of the second motor such that the second hinge element is positioned in one or more second test movements in a horizontal plane parallel to the first substrate.

[0163] The processor is further configured to: control the second motor to position the second hinge element in the one or more second test movements; and receive one or more second signals from the wearable device or at least one component of the wearable device. The one or more second signals indicate a response to the one or more second test movements.

[0164] Example 3. The system according to Example 2, wherein at least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device is at least one of an accelerometer or a gyroscope. The processor is further configured to cause at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements to generate static friction in the accelerometer.

[0165] Example 4. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 3 further includes: a first safety shield. The first safety shield surrounds the majority of the first test platform. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 3 further includes: a second safety shield, the second safety shield surrounding the majority of the second test platform.

[0166] Example 5. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 4, wherein the first motor is further disposed near a second end of the first support element such that the shaft of the first motor extends through a through-hole near the second end of the first support element. The second motor is further disposed near a central portion of the transverse element such that the shaft of the second motor extends through a through-hole near the central portion of the transverse element.

[0167] Example 6. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 5, wherein at least one of the first motor or the second motor is a servo motor. The control device is at least one of: an integrated component of at least one of the first motor or the second motor; a distributed control device on the first motor and the second motor; and / or a control device that communicates with the first motor and the second motor via at least one of a wired communication network or a wireless communication network.

[0168] Example 7. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 6, wherein the processor is further configured to cause at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements to generate one or more signals from the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device, the one or more signals corresponding to one or more of the following: accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transmission rate capability, WiFi signal strength, or battery life.

[0169] Example 8. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 7, wherein the processor is further configured such that at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements includes at least one or more of the following: centrifugal movement, oscillating movement, circular movement, throwing movement, shaking movement, or rotational movement.

[0170] Example 9. The system according to Examples 2 to 8, wherein the processor is further configured to cause at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements to generate a gravitational force with an amplitude of up to 16 g (16 g force) on the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

[0171] Example 10. The system according to any one of Examples 2 to 9, wherein the processor is further configured to: control the first motor to position the first articulated element in the one or more first predetermined test profiles; and control the second motor to position the second articulated element in the one or more second predetermined test profiles. At least one of the one or more first predetermined test profiles or the one or more second predetermined test profiles is based on a reference baseline of the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

[0172] Example 11. The system according to any one of the foregoing examples, wherein at least one of the first test platform or the second test platform is powered by at least one of a battery or a regulated DC power supply.

[0173] Example 12. A system for testing wearable devices, the system comprising: a test platform, the test platform including: a base element; a motor connected to the base element; and a hinge element connected to a shaft of the motor. The hinge element is substantially circular. The system for testing wearable devices includes: at least a first coupling member connected to the hinge element. The first coupling member is configured to secure at least one of a wearable device or a component of a wearable device. The hinge element is arranged via the shaft of the first motor for one or more test movements of the hinge element. The system for testing wearable devices includes: a safety enclosure surrounding the majority of the test platform. The system for testing wearable devices includes: a control device.

[0174] The control device includes: a memory; a transceiver; and a processor. The processor is at least configured to: control the motor to position the articulated element in the one or more test movements; and receive one or more signals from the wearable device or at least one component of the wearable device. The one or more signals indicate a response to the one or more test movements.

[0175] Example 13. The system according to Example 12, wherein the hinge element comprises one or more wheel-like structures.

[0176] Example 14. The system according to Example 12 or 13, wherein the first coupling member is attached to a suction cup. The first coupling member is connected to the hinge element via the suction cup.

[0177] Example 15. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 14, wherein at least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device is at least one of an accelerometer or a gyroscope. The processor is further configured to cause at least one of the one or more test motions to generate at least one of the following: static friction, data anomaly, force, g-load, or motion.

[0178] Example 16. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 15, wherein the motor is at least one of a servo motor or a non-servo motor. The control device is at least one of: an integrated component of the motor; or a control device that communicates with the motor via at least one of a wired communication network or a wireless communication network.

[0179] Example 17. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 16, wherein the processor is further configured to cause the one or more test movements to generate one or more signals from at least one of the wearable device or components of the wearable device, the one or more signals corresponding to one or more of the following: accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transmission rate capability, WiFi signal strength, or battery life.

[0180] Example 18. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 17, wherein the processor is further configured such that the one or more test motions include one or more of the following: centrifugal motion, oscillating motion, accelerating motion, stopping motion, circular motion, rocking motion, or rotating motion.

[0181] Example 19. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 18, wherein the processor is further configured to cause the one or more test movements to generate a gravitational and / or rotational force with an amplitude of up to 16 g (16 g force) on the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

[0182] Example 20. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 19, wherein the processor is further configured to: control the motor to position the articulated element in the one or more test movements based on one or more predetermined test profiles. The one or more predetermined test profiles are based on a reference baseline of the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

[0183] Example 21. The system according to any one of Examples 12 to 20, wherein the test platform is powered by at least one of a battery or a regulated DC power supply.

[0184] Although this disclosure has been shown and described in detail in the accompanying drawings and the foregoing description, it should be considered illustrative rather than restrictive, and it should be understood that only certain examples have been shown and described, and protection is intended for all changes and modifications within the spirit of this disclosure.

Claims

1. A system for testing wearable devices, the system comprising: The first test platform includes: First substrate; A first support element having a first end and a second end, the first support element extending orthogonally from the first substrate at the first end of the first support element; A first motor is disposed near the second end of the first support element; A first hinge element, the first hinge element being connected to the shaft of the first motor, the first hinge element having a first end and a second end; and At least a first coupling element, the first coupling element being disposed near a first end of the first hinge element, the first coupling element being configured to secure at least one of: a wearable device or a component of a wearable device, wherein the first hinge element is arranged via the shaft of the first motor for one or more first test movements of the first hinge element in a vertical plane orthogonal to the first substrate; and Control device, the control device comprising: Memory; transceiver; and The processor is configured to at least: Control the first motor to place the first hinge element in the one or more first test movements; and One or more first signals are received from at least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device, the one or more first signals indicating a response to the one or more first test movements.

2. The system according to claim 1, further comprising: The second test platform includes: Second substrate; The second first support element has a first end and a second end, and the second first support element extends orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second first support element; A second support element having a first end and a second end, the second support element extending orthogonally from the second substrate at the first end of the second support element; A lateral element extending from the second first support element at a second end of the second first support element to the second second support element at a second end of the second second support element, the lateral element being arranged in a parallel orientation relative to the second substrate; A second motor is disposed near the center portion of the transverse element; A second hinge element, connected to the shaft of the second motor, having a first end and a second end; and At least a second first coupling member is disposed near a first end of the second hinge element, the second first coupling member being configured to secure at least one of: a wearable device or a component of a wearable device, wherein the second hinge element is arranged via the shaft of the second motor to place the second hinge element in one or more second test movements in a horizontal plane parallel to the first substrate. The processor is also configured to: Control the second motor to position the second hinge element in the one or more second test movements; and One or more second signals are received from at least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device, the one or more second signals indicating a response to the one or more second test actions.

3. The system according to claim 2, wherein, At least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device is an accelerometer or a gyroscope, and the processor is further configured to cause at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements to generate static friction in the accelerometer.

4. The system according to any one of claims 2 to 3, further comprising: The first safety shield surrounds the vast majority of the first test platform; as well as The second safety shield surrounds the vast majority of the second test platform.

5. The system according to any one of claims 2 to 4, wherein, The first motor is further disposed near the second end of the first support element such that the shaft of the first motor extends through a perforation near the second end of the first support element, and wherein the second motor is further disposed near the center portion of the transverse element such that the shaft of the second motor extends through a perforation near the center portion of the transverse element.

6. The system according to any one of claims 2 to 5, wherein, At least one of the first motor or the second motor is a servo motor, and the control device is at least one of the following: An integrated component of at least one of the first motor or the second motor; Distributed control devices on the first motor and the second motor; or A control device that communicates with the first motor and the second motor via at least one of a wired communication network or a wireless communication network.

7. The system according to any one of claims 2 to 6, wherein, The processor is also configured to cause at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements to generate one or more signals from the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device, the one or more signals corresponding to one or more of the following: accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transmission rate capability, WiFi signal strength, or battery life.

8. The system according to any one of claims 2 to 7, wherein, The processor is further configured such that at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements includes at least one or more of the following: centrifugal motion, oscillating motion, circular motion, throwing motion, shaking motion, or rotational motion.

9. The system according to claims 2 to 8, wherein, The processor is also configured to cause at least one of the one or more first test movements or the one or more second test movements to generate a gravitational force with an amplitude of up to 16 g (16 g force) on the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

10. The system according to any one of claims 2 to 9, wherein, The processor is also configured to: Based on one or more first predetermined test profiles, the first motor is controlled to position the first hinge element in the one or more first test movements; and Based on one or more second predetermined test profiles, the second motor is controlled to place the second hinge element in the one or more second test movements, wherein at least one of the one or more first predetermined test profiles or the one or more second predetermined test profiles is based on a reference baseline of the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

11. The system according to any one of the preceding claims, wherein, At least one of the first test platform or the second test platform is powered by at least one of a battery or a regulated DC power supply.

12. A system for testing wearable devices, the device comprising: The testing platform includes: Base element; A motor connected to the base element; A hinge element connected to the shaft of the motor, the hinge element being substantially circular; At least a first coupling member connected to the hinge element, the first coupling member being configured to secure at least one of a wearable device or a component of a wearable device, the hinge element being arranged via the shaft of the first motor for one or more test movements of the hinge element; and A safety shield, which surrounds the majority of the test platform; and Control device, the control device comprising: Memory; transceiver; and The processor is configured to at least: Control the motor to place the hinge element in the one or more test movements; and Receive one or more signals from at least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device, the one or more signals indicating a response to the one or more test actions.

13. The system according to claim 12, wherein, The hinge element includes one or more wheel-shaped structures.

14. The system according to claim 12 or 13, wherein, The first coupling element is attached to the suction cup, and the first coupling element is connected to the hinge element via the suction cup.

15. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 14, wherein, At least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device is at least one of an accelerometer or a gyroscope, and the processor is further configured to cause at least one of the one or more test motions to generate at least one of the following: static friction, data anomaly, force, g-load, or motion.

16. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 15, wherein, The motor is at least one of a servo motor or a non-servo motor, and the control device is at least one of the following: The integrated components of the motor; or A control device that communicates with a motor via at least one of a wired or wireless communication network.

17. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 16, wherein, The processor is also configured to cause the one or more test movements to generate one or more signals from at least one of the wearable device or a component of the wearable device, the one or more signals corresponding to one or more of the following: accelerometer equivalence, gyroscope equivalence, accelerometer failure, one or more device-specific signals, gyroscope failure, data transmission rate capability, WiFi signal strength, or battery life.

18. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 17, wherein, The processor is also configured such that the one or more test motions include one or more of the following: centrifugal motion, oscillating motion, accelerating motion, stopping motion, circular motion, shaking motion, or rotating motion.

19. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 18, wherein, The processor is also configured to cause the one or more test movements to generate a gravitational and / or rotational force with an amplitude of up to 16 g (16 g force) on the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

20. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 19, wherein, The processor is also configured to: The motor is controlled to position the articulated element in one or more test movements based on one or more predetermined test profiles, wherein the one or more predetermined test profiles are based on a reference baseline of the wearable device or at least one of the components of the wearable device.

21. The system according to any one of claims 12 to 20, wherein, The test platform is powered by at least one of a battery or a regulated DC power supply.

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