Control method and electronic device

Abstract

The application discloses a control method and an electronic device. The method comprises: determining whether the electronic device meets a first condition; the electronic device comprises a main body part and at least one variable part; the variable part can change the device form based on a deformation parameter so that the visible area of the electronic device changes; in the case where the electronic device meets the first condition, the variable part is controlled to switch from a first mode to a second mode; wherein the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of equipment control technology, and in particular to a control method and electronic device. Background Technology

[0002] Currently, flexible rollable screens suffer from accelerated aging due to high-frequency rolling. Summary of the Invention

[0003] In view of the above, this application provides a control method and an electronic device, as follows:

[0004] A control method, comprising:

[0005] Determine whether the electronic device meets the first condition; the electronic device includes a main body and at least one variable part; the variable part is capable of changing the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area of ​​the electronic device;

[0006] When the electronic device meets the first condition, the variable part is controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode;

[0007] Wherein, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

[0008] Optionally, in the above method, the electronic device satisfies the first condition by receiving an input operation indicating that it should enter the second mode;

[0009] or,

[0010] The monitoring detects that at least one first state parameter related to the change in device form in the electronic device satisfies the first condition.

[0011] Optionally, the first state parameter in the above method includes: the first number of times the variable part changes the device form within a unit time period, and the second number of times the variable part continuously changes the device form.

[0012] Wherein, the first state parameter satisfies the first condition, including:

[0013] The first number of times is greater than or equal to a first threshold, and / or the second number of times is greater than or equal to a second threshold.

[0014] Optionally, if the electronic device satisfies the first condition, the method further includes:

[0015] In response to receiving a deformation control command for the variable part, a prompt message is output; the prompt message is used to indicate whether deformation should be performed.

[0016] Upon receiving an input operation indicating continued deformation, at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command is adjusted, causing the variable part to be switched to the second mode;

[0017] The deformation parameters in the deformation control command are provided to the variable part in the electronic device; the variable part changes the device shape according to the received deformation parameters.

[0018] Optionally, the above method may involve adjusting at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command, including:

[0019] The deformation rate in the deformation control command is adjusted based on at least one of the temperature data of the electronic device, the temperature data of the driving device, and the driving speed.

[0020] The driving device is used to drive the variable part to change the shape of the device; the temperature data in different data ranges causes the deformation rate in the deformation control command to be different; the different fluctuation states of the driving speed cause the deformation rate in the deformation control command to be different.

[0021] Optionally, the above method may further include:

[0022] Obtain historical usage data for the variable portion;

[0023] Based on the historical usage data, the application scenarios of the variable part are identified; the application scenarios represent the probability that the variable part is controlled to change the device form.

[0024] Adjust the first threshold and the second threshold according to the application scenario.

[0025] Optionally, after controlling the variable part to switch from the first mode to the second mode, the method further includes:

[0026] Monitor at least one second state parameter of the variable part;

[0027] When the second state parameter satisfies the second condition, the variable part is prohibited from changing its device configuration.

[0028] Optionally, after controlling the variable part to switch from the first mode to the second mode, the method further includes:

[0029] Record the duration for which the variable portion is in the second mode;

[0030] If the duration reaches the target duration and no deformation control command is received for the variable part, the variable part is controlled to exit the second mode.

[0031] Optionally, in the above method, there are multiple variable parts, and at least one variable part is in the second mode, at least one variable part is in the first mode, and all variable parts are in a linkage mode.

[0032] Wherein, if the electronic device satisfies the first condition, the method further includes:

[0033] In response to receiving a deformation control command for each of the variable parts, a prompt message is output; the prompt message is used to indicate whether deformation should be performed.

[0034] Upon receiving an input operation indicating continued deformation, the parameter values ​​of at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command corresponding to all the variable parts are adjusted to be consistent with the deformation parameters in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode.

[0035] The deformation parameters in each deformation control command are provided to the corresponding variable part in the electronic device; the variable part changes the device shape according to the received deformation parameters.

[0036] An electronic device, comprising:

[0037] A display device; the display device includes a main body and at least one variable part; the variable part is capable of changing the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area of ​​the display device;

[0038] The processor is configured to determine whether the display device meets a first condition; and if the display device meets the first condition, control the variable portion to switch from a first mode to a second mode;

[0039] Wherein, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

[0040] As can be seen from the above technical solutions, in the control method and electronic device disclosed in this application, when the electronic device meets the first condition, the variable part in the electronic device can be controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode. The deformation parameter value of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the second mode. Therefore, when the variable part changes its device shape, the deformation parameter value used is different. It is evident that this application can control the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the electronic device to change its device shape by judging the first condition. By reducing the parameter value, the aging of the device caused by the change in device shape by the variable part can be slowed down, thereby extending the service life of the electronic device and ultimately protecting it. Attached Figure Description

[0041] To more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application, the drawings used in the description of the embodiments will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are only some embodiments of this application. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained based on these drawings without creative effort.

[0042] Figure 1 A flowchart illustrating the implementation of a control method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0043] Figure 2 This is an example diagram of input operations performed on the scroll screen in this application embodiment;

[0044] Figure 3 This is another example diagram of input operation in the scroll screen in the embodiments of this application;

[0045] Figure 4 Another flowchart of a control method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0046] Figure 5 This is an example diagram illustrating the display of a prompt box on a scrollable screen in an embodiment of this application to provide input for the user.

[0047] Figure 6 Another flowchart of a control method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0048] Figure 7 Another flowchart of a control method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0049] Figure 8 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a notebook with a rollable screen in an embodiment of this application;

[0050] Figure 9 Another flowchart of a control method provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0051] Figure 10 This is a schematic diagram of the architecture of a laptop with a rollable screen in an embodiment of this application;

[0052] Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a control device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0053] Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application;

[0054] Figure 13 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a notebook with a rollable screen provided in an embodiment of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0055] The technical solutions of the embodiments of this application will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of this application, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of this application, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of this application.

[0056] refer to Figure 1 The diagram shown illustrates a flowchart of a control method provided in this application. This method is applicable to electronic devices with display devices, such as laptops or mobile phones with rollable screens. The technical solution in this embodiment is primarily used to extend the lifespan of electronic devices, thereby protecting them.

[0057] Specifically, the control method in this embodiment may include the following steps:

[0058] Step 101: Determine whether the electronic device meets the first condition; if the electronic device meets the first condition, proceed to step 102; if the electronic device does not meet the first condition, no further processing is performed, but step 101 is continued, that is, continuously monitor whether the electronic device meets the first condition until the electronic device meets the first condition, then proceed to step 102.

[0059] The electronic device includes a main body and at least one variable part; the variable part is capable of changing the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area of ​​the electronic device.

[0060] Specifically, the variable part can be a flexible screen. For example, an electronic device can be a rollable screen in a laptop, where the variable part refers to the rollable portion of the laptop's rollable screen.

[0061] Step 102: Control the variable part to switch from the first mode to the second mode.

[0062] In this case, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

[0063] Specifically, deformation parameters refer to the parameters by which the variable parts change the shape of the device. In the second mode, the deformation parameter values ​​are lower, which reduces the wear and tear on the electronic device during the process of changing the shape of the device, thereby slowing down the aging of the electronic device.

[0064] Taking a laptop with a scrollable screen as an example, the deformation parameter can be the scrolling rate of the scrollable screen. Based on this, in this embodiment, when the scrollable screen meets the first condition, by reducing the scrolling rate of the scrollable screen, the device wear caused by excessively fast scrolling can be avoided, thereby slowing down the device aging of the scrollable screen and extending its service life.

[0065] As can be seen from the above technical solution, in the control method provided by this application embodiment, when it is determined that the electronic device meets the first condition, the variable part in the electronic device can be controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode. The deformation parameter value of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the second mode. Therefore, when the variable part changes its device form, the deformation parameter value used is different. It is evident that in this embodiment, the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the electronic device that changes its device form can be controlled by judging the first condition. By reducing the parameter value, the aging of the device caused by the change in device form can be slowed down, thereby extending the service life of the electronic device and ultimately protecting it.

[0066] In one implementation, determining that the electronic device meets the first condition in step 101 can be: receiving an input operation indicating to enter the second mode.

[0067] Specifically, input can be obtained through the interactive interface output by the electronic device. For example, such as Figure 2 As shown, the scrollable screen outputs an interactive interface in the visible area, providing selection controls for "Protective Mode" and "Smart Adaptive." "Smart Adaptive" means it can automatically enter the second mode (Protective Mode) based on the first state parameters without requiring user input; "Protective Mode" requires user input to enter the second mode. The user can click the "Protective Mode" selection control in the interactive interface. After the laptop receives the input from this click, it confirms that the scrollable screen meets the first condition.

[0068] The interactive interface can be triggered by the user in the settings interface of the electronic device.

[0069] It should be noted that the electronic device is in the first mode by default or in the initial state. Based on this, after the user performs an input operation to indicate that the device should enter the second mode through the interactive interface output by the electronic device, the electronic device enters the second mode.

[0070] Alternatively, input can be obtained through corresponding trigger buttons (hardware buttons) on electronic devices. For example, such as Figure 3 As shown, a trigger button is deployed on the side of the scroll screen. Users can press and hold the trigger button or press it repeatedly to indicate that they are entering the second mode. After the laptop receives the input operation of the trigger button, it is determined that the scroll screen meets the first condition.

[0071] It should be noted that the electronic device is in the first mode by default or in the initial state. Based on this, after the user performs an input operation to indicate that the device should enter the second mode through the corresponding trigger button, the electronic device will enter the second mode.

[0072] As can be seen, this embodiment can provide users with a service to switch the deformation mode of electronic devices, which can improve the user's experience of using electronic devices.

[0073] In one implementation, determining that the electronic device satisfies the first condition in step 101 can be: detecting that at least one first state parameter related to the change in device form in the electronic device satisfies the first condition.

[0074] It should be noted that the first state parameter is a state parameter that can affect the aging of electronic equipment. For example, the first state parameter may include at least one of the following: the first number of times the variable part changes the device form within a unit time, the second number of times the variable part continuously changes the device form, the interval between two adjacent changes of the device form by the variable part, the progress of the variable part changing the device form within a unit time, the temperature of the electronic equipment, the temperature of the driving device corresponding to the variable part, the speed fluctuation data of the driving device, and the current fluctuation data of the driving device.

[0075] The variable component can be driven by a drive motor, which is used to drive the variable component to change its shape. The speed fluctuation data of the drive device refers to the speed fluctuation curve of the drive motor, which characterizes how the drive motor's speed changes over time. Similarly, the current fluctuation data of the drive device refers to the current fluctuation curve of the drive motor, which characterizes how the drive motor's current changes over time.

[0076] Based on this, in this embodiment, the electronic device can be automatically controlled to enter the second mode by monitoring whether the first state parameter meets the first condition. This can automatically reduce the device wear and tear of the electronic device during the process of changing the device form, thereby slowing down the aging of the electronic device.

[0077] It should be noted that, as Figure 5 As shown, users can also click the "Smart Adaptive" selection control in the interactive interface. After the laptop detects that at least one of the following, such as the first count, the second count, the temperature of the drive motor, the temperature of the scroll screen, the speed fluctuation data of the drive motor, and the current fluctuation data, meets the first condition, it will determine that the scroll screen meets the first condition.

[0078] Based on the above implementation scheme, in a specific implementation method, the first state parameter may include: the first number of times the variable part changes the device form within a unit time period, and the second number of times the variable part continuously changes the device form.

[0079] Based on this, the first state parameter satisfies the first condition, which may include: the first number is greater than or equal to the first threshold, and / or the second number is greater than or equal to the second threshold.

[0080] The first and second thresholds can be set according to business needs. That is, in this embodiment, the number of times the variable part changes the device shape within a unit of time and the number of times the variable part continuously changes the device shape can be monitored to see if they reach the corresponding thresholds. If any number of times can reach the corresponding threshold, the electronic device can be controlled to switch to the second mode, that is, the protection mode in which the deformation parameter value is reduced, thereby slowing down the aging of the electronic device.

[0081] As can be seen, this embodiment uses dual thresholds to switch to the second mode, i.e., the protection mode, avoiding control errors that may be caused by a single threshold, thereby improving the accuracy of protecting electronic devices.

[0082] Furthermore, the following processing can also be performed in this embodiment:

[0083] First, obtain historical usage data of the variable parts. Specifically, historical usage data refers to data on how the variable parts are altered in form during the user's use of the electronic device. For example, historical usage data can characterize the frequency at which the variable parts are altered in form.

[0084] Then, based on historical usage data, the application scenarios of the variable part are identified. The application scenario represents the probability that the variable part will be controlled to change its device form. For example, the application scenario could be a usage scenario involving heavy, multi-deformation tasks, or a usage scenario involving occasional, high-frequency deformation tasks. In this embodiment, the application scenarios in which the variable part changes its device form can be classified according to historical usage data, based on the task type in which the variable part changes its device form, such as heavy, multi-deformation tasks or occasional, high-frequency deformation tasks.

[0085] Finally, adjust the first and second thresholds according to the application scenario. For example, if the application scenario involves heavy, multi-deformation tasks, the thresholds can be relaxed by increasing the first and second thresholds to meet the user's needs for changing the device's form in variable parts. If the application scenario involves occasional, high-frequency deformation tasks, the thresholds can be tightened by lowering the first and second thresholds to improve the reliability of deformation protection for variable parts.

[0086] As can be seen, this embodiment learns the historical usage data of the variable part and dynamically adjusts the threshold size to balance the user's need for device form changes of the variable part and the need for deformation protection of the variable part, thereby improving the user's experience of using electronic devices.

[0087] In one implementation, in this embodiment, if it is determined in step 101 that the electronic device meets the first condition, the following processing may also be performed: Figure 4 As shown:

[0088] Step 103: Monitor whether a deformation control command for the variable part is received. If a deformation control command for the variable part is received, execute step 104. If no deformation control command for the variable part is received, continue executing step 103 until a deformation control command for the variable part is received, and then execute step 104.

[0089] The deformation control command includes at least one deformation parameter. Taking a rollable screen as an example, the deformation control command for the rollable part of the rollable screen includes at least one of the following: roll-in direction, roll-out speed, and roll-out distance. The roll-in direction can be either the roll-in or roll-out direction. The roll-out distance refers to the distance traveled during roll-in or roll-out.

[0090] Step 104: Output a prompt message.

[0091] The prompt message indicates whether deformation should be performed. For example, taking a rollable screen as an example, such as... Figure 5 As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, a prompt box is output in the visible area of ​​the scrolling screen. The prompt box displays the message "Frequent scrolling may accelerate screen aging, do you want to continue?", prompting the user to click "Continue" or "Cancel" below.

[0092] Step 105: Monitor whether an input operation indicating continued deformation is received. If an input operation indicating continued deformation is received, proceed to step 106. If an input operation indicating no continued deformation is received or no input operation is received, prevent the variable part from changing the device shape.

[0093] For example, with Figure 5For example, receiving an input operation indicating that deformation will not continue means receiving an operation from the user clicking the "Cancel" control, or receiving an operation from the user closing the prompt box control. Receiving an input operation indicating that deformation will continue means receiving an operation from the user clicking the "Continue" control.

[0094] Step 106: Adjust at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command so that the variable part is switched to the second mode.

[0095] Specifically, in this embodiment, the parameter values ​​of the deformation parameters in the deformation control command can be reduced. For example, the rolling speed of the scroll screen in the deformation control command can be reduced to 50%.

[0096] In one implementation, when adjusting at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command in step 106, the deformation rate in the deformation control command can be adjusted based on at least one of the temperature data of the electronic device, the temperature data of the driving device, and the driving speed.

[0097] The drive unit is used to drive the variable parts to change the shape of the equipment, such as the drive motor connected to the rollable part of the rollable screen. Temperature data in different ranges results in different deformation rates in the deformation control command; different fluctuations in the drive speed also result in different deformation rates in the deformation control command.

[0098] For example, the deformation rate in the adjusted deformation control command is higher when the drive motor temperature is in a lower range than when the drive motor temperature is in a higher range. In other words, the higher the drive motor temperature, the lower the deformation rate in the adjusted deformation control command.

[0099] For example, the deformation rate in the deformation control command adjusted when the temperature of the electronic device is in a lower range is higher than the deformation rate in the deformation control command adjusted when the temperature of the electronic device is in a higher range. In other words, the higher the temperature of the electronic device, the lower the deformation rate in the adjusted deformation control command.

[0100] For example, when the fluctuation state of the drive speed, representing a small deviation of the drive speed from the corresponding speed decay curve reference value, is characterized by a higher deformation rate in the adjusted deformation control command, the same applies when the fluctuation state of the drive speed, representing a larger deviation of the drive speed from the corresponding speed decay curve reference value, is more pronounced. In other words, the greater the fluctuation state of the drive speed, representing a larger deviation of the drive speed from the corresponding speed decay curve reference value, the lower the deformation rate in the adjusted deformation control command.

[0101] Step 107: Provide the deformation parameters in the deformation control command to the variable part of the electronic device.

[0102] The variable part changes the shape of the device according to the received deformation parameters.

[0103] As can be seen, in this embodiment, before switching the variable part to the second mode, the user is first asked whether they are sure they want to continue the deformation. If the user is sure they want to continue the deformation, the deformation parameters in the deformation control command are adjusted to switch the variable part to the second mode. In this way, the user is asked to confirm whether to change the device form of the variable part through the prompt information. This can not only protect the electronic device, but also take into account the user's needs for the deformation of the electronic device, improve the flexibility of protecting the electronic device, and thus improve the user's experience of using the electronic device.

[0104] In one implementation, after the variable part switches from the first mode to the second mode in step 102 in this embodiment, the following processing can also be performed: Figure 6 As shown:

[0105] Step 108: Monitor at least one second state parameter of the variable part. If the second state parameter satisfies the second condition, proceed to step 109. If the second state parameter does not satisfy the second condition, continue to execute step 108 until the second state parameter satisfies the second condition, then proceed to step 109.

[0106] Step 109: Modification of the equipment form by the variable parts is prohibited.

[0107] It should be noted that the first state parameter is a state parameter that can affect the aging of electronic equipment. For example, the second state parameter may include at least one of the following: the first number of times the variable part changes its shape within a unit time, the second number of times the variable part continuously changes its shape, the interval between two consecutive changes in shape by the variable part, the progress of the variable part in changing its shape within a unit time, the temperature of the electronic equipment, the deformation resistance of the variable part during the process of changing its shape, the temperature of the drive device corresponding to the variable part, the speed fluctuation data of the drive device, and the current fluctuation data of the drive device.

[0108] The second state parameter satisfying the second condition indicates that the electronic device is severely aged, and any further change in the device's shape by the variable part would lead to device failure. For example, the second state parameter satisfying the second condition can be at least one of the following: the temperature of the electronic device exceeds a corresponding threshold, the deformation resistance of the variable part during the device shape change process exceeds a corresponding threshold, the temperature of the drive device exceeds a corresponding threshold, or the speed fluctuation data of the drive device conforms to the warning range of the speed decay curve.

[0109] As can be seen, in this embodiment, after the variable part is switched to the second mode, the second state parameter of the variable part can be continuously monitored. When the second condition is met, the variable part can be prohibited from changing the device form, thereby avoiding device malfunction and hardware damage.

[0110] In one implementation, after the variable part switches from the first mode to the second mode in step 102 in this embodiment, the following processing can also be performed: Figure 7 As shown:

[0111] Step 110: Record the duration of the variable part in the second mode.

[0112] Specifically, in this embodiment, when the variable part is switched to the second mode, a timer can be used to keep track of the duration, and the duration recorded by the timer is the duration during which the variable part is in the second mode.

[0113] Step 111: Determine whether a deformation control command for the variable part is received when the duration reaches the target duration. If the duration reaches the target duration but no deformation control command for the variable part is received, proceed to step 112; otherwise, continue to proceed to step 111.

[0114] The target duration can be set according to business needs. For example, the target duration can be 30 minutes.

[0115] Step 112: Control the variable part to exit the second mode.

[0116] The variable part exiting the second mode can be understood as the variable part switching back to the first mode from the second mode.

[0117] For example, in this embodiment, after the scrolling screen is switched to protection mode, it is determined whether there is a scrolling operation within 30 minutes. If there is no scrolling operation within 30 minutes, the scrolling screen automatically exits protection mode and resumes scrolling speed, without any process of confirming with the user whether the scrolling has occurred.

[0118] As can be seen, in this embodiment, after switching the variable part to the second mode, the variable part is switched back to the first mode by continuous monitoring, thereby freely switching the mode of the variable part and improving the user's experience of using the electronic device.

[0119] In one implementation, there are multiple variable parts, with at least one variable part in the second mode and at least one variable part in the first mode; all variable parts are in the linkage mode.

[0120] For example, such as Figure 8As shown, a laptop with a scrollable screen has a scrollable section or variable section on each side. The scrollable section on the left is switched to the protection mode (second mode) due to frequent scrolling, while the scrollable section on the right is switched to the normal mode (first mode) due to occasional scrolling. The scrollable sections on both sides are in the linkage mode, which is the mode that needs to be scrolled synchronously.

[0121] Based on this, if it is determined in step 101 that the electronic device meets the first condition, the following processing can also be performed, such as... Figure 9 As shown:

[0122] Step 113: Monitor whether a deformation control command for each variable part is received. If a deformation control command for each variable part is received, execute step 114. If no deformation control command for the variable part is received, continue executing step 113 until a deformation control command for the variable part is received, and then execute step 114.

[0123] The deformation control command includes at least one deformation parameter. Taking a rollable screen as an example, the deformation control command for the rollable part of the rollable screen includes at least one of the following: roll-in direction, roll-out speed, and roll-out distance. The roll-in direction can be either the roll-in or roll-out direction. The roll-out distance refers to the distance traveled during roll-in or roll-out.

[0124] Step 114: Output a prompt message.

[0125] The prompt message indicates whether deformation should be performed; for example, taking a rollable screen as an example, such as... Figure 5 As shown in the figure, in this embodiment, a prompt box is output in the visible area of ​​the scrolling screen. The prompt box displays the message "Frequent scrolling may accelerate screen aging, do you want to continue?", prompting the user to click "Continue" or "Cancel" below.

[0126] Step 115: Monitor whether an input operation indicating continued deformation is received. If an input operation indicating continued deformation is received, proceed to step 116. If an input operation indicating no continued deformation is received or no input operation is received, prevent the variable part from changing the device shape.

[0127] For example, with Figure 5 For example, receiving an input operation indicating that deformation will not continue means receiving an operation from the user clicking the "Cancel" control, or receiving an operation from the user closing the prompt box control. Receiving an input operation indicating that deformation will continue means receiving an operation from the user clicking the "Continue" control.

[0128] Step 116: According to the deformation parameters in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode, adjust the parameter value of at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command corresponding to all variable parts to be consistent.

[0129] Specifically, in step 116, at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode is first adjusted, so that the variable part is switched to the second mode. For example, in this embodiment, the parameter value of the deformation parameter in the deformation control command can be reduced. For example, the scrolling speed of the scroll screen in the deformation control command is reduced to 50%; then, according to the parameter value of the adjusted deformation parameter in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode, the parameter values ​​of the corresponding deformation parameters in the deformation control commands of other variable parts (variable parts in the first mode) are adjusted, so that the parameter values ​​of the adjusted deformation parameters in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode are consistent with the parameter values ​​of the corresponding deformation parameters in the deformation control command of the variable part in the first mode.

[0130] In one implementation, taking the deformation parameter as the deformation rate as an example, in step 116, the deformation rate in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode can be adjusted according to at least one of the temperature data of the electronic device, the temperature data of the driving device, and the driving speed.

[0131] Step 117: Provide the deformation parameters in each deformation control command to the corresponding variable part in the electronic device.

[0132] The variable part changes the shape of the device according to the received deformation parameters.

[0133] As can be seen, this embodiment can not only ask the user whether they are sure they want to continue the deformation before switching the variable part to the second mode, but also confirm with the user through prompt information to determine whether to change the device form of the variable part. In this way, while achieving the protection of electronic devices, it can also take into account the user's needs for the deformation of electronic devices, improve the flexibility of protecting electronic devices, and thus improve the user's experience of using electronic devices.

[0134] Furthermore, this embodiment can achieve protection for electronic devices while ensuring the coordinated deformation effect between multiple variable parts, thereby further improving the user's experience with electronic devices.

[0135] Based on the above implementation, in this embodiment, when the deformation parameters in the deformation control command are provided to the variable part in the electronic device, the deformation parameters in the deformation control command can be transmitted to the controller connected to the electronic device through the deployed target interface.

[0136] The controller converts deformation parameters into control electrical signals and sends the control electrical signals to the variable part in the electronic device; the drive device of the variable part responds to the control electrical signals to change the shape of the device.

[0137] Specifically, the target interface can be an Application Programming Interface (API) deployed in an electronic device. In this embodiment, a service module can be deployed in the electronic device to implement... Figure 1 The control method shown involves the service module transmitting deformation parameters to the controller chip via the target interface. The controller is connected to the drive device of the electronic device, such as a drive motor. The drive device can change the shape of the device in response to the control electrical signal sent by the controller.

[0138] For example, take a laptop with a rollable screen as an example, such as Figure 10 As shown, the laptop has a service module and an API deployed in it. The controller chip is connected to the laptop via a Universal Serial Bus (USB) and establishes a parameter transmission path with the API. The controller can be connected to the drive motor of the scroll screen via Pulse Width Modulation (PWM). The drive motor winds in or out a corresponding distance according to the control electrical signal transmitted by the controller at the winding speed in the deformation control command.

[0139] refer to Figure 11 This is a schematic diagram of a control device provided in an embodiment of this application. The control device can be deployed in the processor of an electronic device with a display device, such as a laptop or mobile phone with a scrollable screen, and the processor is the central processing unit (CPU) of the electronic device. The technical solution in this embodiment is mainly used to extend the service life of the electronic device, thereby achieving the purpose of protecting the electronic device.

[0140] Specifically, the control device in this embodiment may include the following units:

[0141] The condition determination unit 1101 is used to determine whether the electronic device meets a first condition; the electronic device includes a main body and at least one variable part; the variable part can change the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area of ​​the electronic device;

[0142] The model switching unit 1102 is used to control the variable part to switch from a first mode to a second mode when the electronic device meets the first condition;

[0143] Wherein, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

[0144] As can be seen from the above technical solution, in the control device provided in this application embodiment, when it is determined that the electronic device meets the first condition, the variable part in the electronic device can be controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode. The deformation parameter value of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the second mode. Therefore, when the variable part changes its device shape, the deformation parameter value used is different. It is evident that in this embodiment, the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the electronic device can be controlled by judging the first condition. By reducing the parameter value, the aging of the device caused by the change in device shape can be slowed down, thereby extending the service life of the electronic device and ultimately protecting it.

[0145] In one implementation, the electronic device satisfies the first condition by: receiving an input operation indicating entry into the second mode; or, detecting that at least one first state parameter related to a change in device form in the electronic device satisfies the first condition.

[0146] The first state parameter includes: the first number of times the variable part changes the device form within a unit time period, and the second number of times the variable part continuously changes the device form; wherein the first state parameter satisfies the first condition, including: the first number of times is greater than or equal to a first threshold, and / or the second number of times is greater than or equal to a second threshold.

[0147] In one implementation, when the electronic device satisfies the first condition, the model switching unit 1102 is configured to: output a prompt message in response to receiving a deformation control command for the variable part; the prompt message is used to indicate whether deformation should be performed; upon receiving an input operation indicating continued deformation, adjust at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command, such that the variable part is switched to a second mode; provide the deformation parameters in the deformation control command to the variable part in the electronic device; and the variable part changes its device shape according to the received deformation parameters.

[0148] Specifically, when adjusting at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command, the model switching unit 1102 is used to: adjust the deformation rate in the deformation control command based on at least one of the temperature data of the electronic device, the temperature data of the driving device, and the driving speed; wherein the driving device is used to drive the variable part to change the device shape; the temperature data in different data ranges cause the deformation rate in the deformation control command to be different; the different fluctuation states of the driving speed cause the deformation rate in the deformation control command to be different.

[0149] In one implementation, the condition determination unit 1101 is further configured to: obtain historical usage data of the variable part; identify the application scenario of the variable part based on the historical usage data; the application scenario characterizes the probability that the variable part is controlled to change its device form; and adjust the first threshold and the second threshold according to the application scenario.

[0150] In one implementation, after controlling the variable part to switch from the first mode to the second mode, the model switching unit 1102 is further configured to: monitor at least one second state parameter of the variable part; and prohibit the variable part from changing its device form when the second state parameter satisfies a second condition.

[0151] In one implementation, after controlling the variable part to switch from the first mode to the second mode, the model switching unit 1102 is further configured to: record the duration of the variable part in the second mode; and control the variable part to exit the second mode if the duration reaches the target duration and no deformation control command is received for the variable part.

[0152] In one implementation, there are multiple variable parts, and at least one of the variable parts is in the second mode, at least one of the variable parts is in the first mode, and all the variable parts are in a linkage mode.

[0153] Wherein, when the electronic device satisfies the first condition, the model switching unit 1102 is configured to: in response to receiving a deformation control command for each of the variable parts, output a prompt message; the prompt message is used to indicate whether deformation should be performed; when receiving an input operation indicating continued deformation, adjust the parameter value of at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command corresponding to all the variable parts to be consistent with the deformation parameter in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode; provide the deformation parameter in each deformation control command to the corresponding variable part in the electronic device; the variable part changes its device shape according to the received deformation parameter.

[0154] It should be noted that the specific implementation of each unit in this embodiment can be referred to the corresponding content above, and will not be described in detail here.

[0155] refer to Figure 12 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of an electronic device provided in an embodiment of this application. The electronic device may include the following structure:

[0156] Display device 1201; the display device 1201 includes a main body portion 1211 and at least one variable portion 1212; the variable portion 1212 is capable of changing the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area 1213 (thick frame area) of the display device. Taking a laptop with a rollable screen as an example, such as... Figure 13 As shown in the image.

[0157] The processor 1202 is configured to determine whether the display device 1201 meets a first condition; and if the display device 1201 meets the first condition, control the variable part 1212 to switch from a first mode to a second mode.

[0158] Wherein, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part 1212 in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part 1212 in the second mode.

[0159] As can be seen from the above technical solution, in the electronic device provided in this application embodiment, when it is determined that the display device meets the first condition, the variable part in the display device can be controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode. The deformation parameter value of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the second mode. Therefore, when the variable part changes its device shape, the deformation parameter value used is different. It is evident that in this embodiment, the deformation parameter value of the variable part in the display device that changes its device shape can be controlled by judging the first condition. By reducing the parameter value, the aging of the device caused by the change in device shape by the variable part can be slowed down, thereby extending the service life of the electronic device and ultimately protecting it.

[0160] Taking a rollable laptop with two rollable sections as an example, the technical solution of this application is illustrated below:

[0161] This application aims to address the issue of accelerated aging of flexible rollable screen devices caused by unnecessary high-frequency scrolling by users. It provides an integrated protection solution of "behavior perception - interaction intervention - execution degradation" to suppress meaningless high-frequency operations, delay physical aging of the screen, extend the service life of the device, reduce after-sales costs for manufacturers, and improve the long-term user experience without affecting the normal use needs of users.

[0162] Specifically, the core of this application is to construct a dynamic scrolling restriction strategy, which achieves precise protection through a three-layer collaborative mechanism. The key points are as follows:

[0163] 1. High-frequency behavior perception module (condition determination unit): Real-time collection of screen scrolling data such as first state parameters and second state parameters. Through dual-dimensional threshold detection (such as the first number of scrolls per unit time and the second number of consecutive scrolls), it accurately identifies unnecessary high-frequency scrolling behaviors and avoids false triggering of protection.

[0164] 2. Tiered Interactive Intervention Module (Mode Switching Unit): After triggering the protection mode (i.e. the second mode), the module intervenes in the user's impulsive operation through the "confirmation pop-up + animation delay" mechanism; at the same time, it adopts the downgrading of execution parameters (motor speed reduction) to guide the user to control the operation through experience adjustment.

[0165] 3. Intelligent adaptation mechanism: It has the functions of automatically exiting protection mode and learning threshold adjustment to adapt to different user habits, balance protection effect and ease of use, and avoid excessive intervention.

[0166] by Figure 10 Taking the architecture of the electronic device shown as an example, the service module implemented in this application consists of four core modules, which work together to achieve complete protection functions. The architecture logic is as follows:

[0167] 1. Data Acquisition Module: Real-time acquisition of rolling motion parameters (rolling direction, number of rolls, time interval, speed, rolling radius), environmental parameters (screen temperature), and motor operating parameters (motor temperature, speed fluctuation, load change), continuously monitoring user operation behavior and motor operating status, synchronously comparing with the motor capacity decay curve, and recording status deviation data.

[0168] 2. High-frequency behavior perception and motor condition assessment module:

[0169] A preset dual-dimensional threshold (i.e., a first threshold and a second threshold, which can be configured at the factory and fine-tuned by the user) is used to analyze the collected data in real time. The dual-dimensional thresholds are as follows:

[0170] ① Unit time threshold (e.g., scrolling ≥ 10 times in the last 5 minutes); ② Continuous scrolling threshold (e.g., uninterrupted continuous scrolling ≥ 10 times). The protection mode is triggered when either threshold is met.

[0171] Simultaneously, based on the motor temperature change trend and the preset motor capacity decay curve, the motor aging status is assessed. If the motor temperature (i.e., the temperature of the drive unit) exceeds the safe range or the speed fluctuation deviates from the baseline value of the decay curve, the protection strategy is strengthened simultaneously, such as further reducing the scrolling speed, to avoid the synergistic aggravation of motor overload and screen aging (in protection mode).

[0172] 3. Tiered Intervention Execution Module: This module is divided into two sub-modules: interactive intervention and execution downgrade. They work synchronously and in tandem, with the specific logic as follows:

[0173] (1) Interactive intervention submodule: After the protection mode is triggered, when the next scrolling request is triggered, a semi-transparent confirmation pop-up window will pop up on the screen with the message "Frequent scrolling may accelerate screen aging, do you want to continue?". The pop-up window uses a slow-in and slow-out animation (lasting 1-2 seconds) to extend the confirmation period and suppress impulsive operations. The user can only perform the scrolling by clicking "Continue" and the request will be rejected by clicking "Cancel".

[0174] (2) Execute the downgrade submodule: In protection mode, the motor drive speed is reduced to 30%-70% of the normal speed (50% by default, configurable), so that the winding speed is also reduced to the corresponding proportion of the normal speed. The smoothness of the winding process remains unchanged. The user is reminded to control their operation by downgrading the operation experience.

[0175] 4. Intelligent Control Module: Responsible for starting and stopping the protection mode and dynamically adjusting parameters. Core functions include:

[0176] (1) Automatic exit: If there is no scrolling operation during the silent period (e.g., 30 minutes), the protection mode will be automatically exited, and the default speed and no confirmation process will be restored;

[0177] (2) Habit adaptation: Learn from users' historical usage data, distinguish between heavy multitasking users (relaxed threshold) and occasional high-frequency users (tightened threshold), and dynamically adjust the two-dimensional threshold;

[0178] (3) Abnormal compatibility: When the screen temperature is too high, the rolling resistance is abnormal, or the motor temperature exceeds the standard and the speed fluctuation meets the warning range of the attenuation curve, the protection is forcibly strengthened (the speed is reduced to 30%). If the motor condition continues to deteriorate, the rolling operation is suspended and maintenance is prompted to avoid the double damage caused by the superposition of high temperature, motor attenuation and high frequency rolling.

[0179] It is evident that this application has the following beneficial effects:

[0180] (1) Delay aging and extend lifespan: Suppress unnecessary high-frequency scrolling from the source, reduce screen cumulative damage, significantly extend the time for the screen to reach its maximum scrolling lifespan, and improve the long-term reliability of the device.

[0181] (2) Balancing protection and experience: The graded intervention mechanism does not affect necessary operations, intelligently adapts to user habits, avoids inconvenience caused by excessive protection, and ensures the core interactive experience.

[0182] (3) Reduce overall costs: Reduce after-sales repair and replacement costs caused by premature screen aging, and at the same time, no additional hardware components are required. It is implemented by relying on software logic, thereby reducing R&D and mass production costs.

[0183] The various embodiments in this specification are described in a progressive manner, with each embodiment focusing on its differences from other embodiments. Similar or identical parts between embodiments can be referred to interchangeably. For the apparatus disclosed in the embodiments, since they correspond to the methods disclosed in the embodiments, the description is relatively simple; relevant parts can be referred to the method section.

[0184] Those skilled in the art will further recognize that the units and algorithm steps of the various examples described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented in electronic hardware, computer software, or a combination of both. To clearly illustrate the interchangeability of hardware and software, the components and steps of the various examples have been generally described in terms of functionality in the foregoing description. Whether these functions are implemented in hardware or software depends on the specific application and design constraints of the technical solution. Those skilled in the art can use different methods to implement the described functions for each specific application, but such implementation should not be considered beyond the scope of this application.

[0185] The steps of the methods or algorithms described in conjunction with the embodiments disclosed herein can be implemented directly by hardware, a software module executed by a processor, or a combination of both. The software module can be located in random access memory (RAM), main memory, read-only memory (ROM), electrically programmable ROM, electrically erasable programmable ROM, registers, hard disk, removable disk, CD-ROM, or any other form of storage medium known in the art.

[0186] The above description of the disclosed embodiments enables those skilled in the art to make or use this application. Various modifications to these embodiments will be readily apparent to those skilled in the art, and the general principles defined herein may be implemented in other embodiments without departing from the spirit or scope of this application. Therefore, this application is not to be limited to the embodiments shown herein, but is to be accorded the widest scope consistent with the principles and novel features disclosed herein.

Claims

1. A control method, comprising: Determine whether the electronic device meets the first condition; The electronic device includes a main body and at least one variable part; The variable portion can change the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area of ​​the electronic device; When the electronic device meets the first condition, the variable part is controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode; Wherein, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

2. The method according to claim 1, wherein the electronic device satisfies the first condition, comprising: Received an input operation instructing you to enter the second mode; or, The monitoring detects that at least one first state parameter related to the change in device form in the electronic device satisfies the first condition.

3. The method according to claim 2, wherein the first state parameter includes: The first number of times the variable part changes the device form within a unit time period, and the second number of times the variable part continuously changes the device form; Wherein, the first state parameter satisfies the first condition, including: The first number of times is greater than or equal to a first threshold, and / or the second number of times is greater than or equal to a second threshold.

4. The method according to claim 1 or 2, wherein if the electronic device satisfies the first condition, the method further comprises: In response to receiving a deformation control command for the variable part, a prompt message is output; The prompt message is used to indicate whether deformation should be performed; Upon receiving an input operation indicating continued deformation, at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command is adjusted, causing the variable part to be switched to the second mode; The deformation parameters in the deformation control command are provided to the variable part of the electronic device; The variable part changes the device shape according to the received deformation parameters.

5. The method according to claim 4, wherein adjusting at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command includes: The deformation rate in the deformation control command is adjusted based on at least one of the temperature data of the electronic device, the temperature data of the driving device, and the driving speed. The driving device is used to drive the variable part to change the shape of the device; the temperature data in different data ranges causes the deformation rate in the deformation control command to be different; the different fluctuation states of the driving speed cause the deformation rate in the deformation control command to be different.

6. The method according to claim 3, further comprising: Obtain historical usage data for the variable portion; Based on the historical usage data, identify the application scenarios for the variable portion; The application scenario represents the probability that the variable part will be controlled to change the device form; Adjust the first threshold and the second threshold according to the application scenario.

7. The method of claim 1, further comprising, after controlling the variable part to switch from the first mode to the second mode: Monitor at least one second state parameter of the variable part; When the second state parameter satisfies the second condition, the variable part is prohibited from changing its device configuration.

8. The method of claim 1, further comprising, after controlling the variable portion to switch from the first mode to the second mode: Record the duration for which the variable portion is in the second mode; If the duration reaches the target duration and no deformation control command is received for the variable part, the variable part is controlled to exit the second mode.

9. The method according to claim 1, wherein the variable parts are multiple, and at least one of the variable parts is in the second mode, and at least one of the variable parts is in the first mode; All the aforementioned variable parts are in linkage mode; in, If the electronic device satisfies the first condition, the method further includes: In response to receiving a deformation control command for each of the variable parts, a prompt message is output; the prompt message is used to indicate whether deformation should be performed. Upon receiving an input operation indicating continued deformation, the parameter values ​​of at least one deformation parameter in the deformation control command corresponding to all the variable parts are adjusted to be consistent with the deformation parameters in the deformation control command of the variable part in the second mode. The deformation parameters in each deformation control command are provided to the corresponding variable part in the electronic device; the variable part changes the device shape according to the received deformation parameters.

10. An electronic device, comprising: Display device; The display device includes a main body and at least one variable part; The variable portion can change the shape of the device based on deformation parameters, thereby changing the visible area of ​​the display device. A processor is configured to determine whether the display device satisfies a first condition; When the display device meets the first condition, the variable part is controlled to switch from the first mode to the second mode; Wherein, the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the first mode is greater than the parameter value of the deformation parameter of the variable part in the second mode.

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