Intelligent point control automatic device based on positioning data

Abstract

The present application relates to the technical field of intelligent control, and particularly relates to an intelligent point control automatic device based on positioning data, which comprises a shell, a positioning module, a control module, a power module and a power supply. The present application obtains the position of a user wearing a positioning device through the positioning module, analyzes the motion track and intention of the user, and automatically triggers the power module to perform a pressing action when the control module determines that the user has the intention to continuously approach and operate a specific device, thereby effectively avoiding misoperation and saving electric energy. The power module integrated with a force sensor and an adaptive connecting piece is provided with replaceable pressing contacts, which are suitable for the surfaces of physical switches of different angles and types, thereby solving the problems of easy jamming, damage to equipment and poor universality of the existing simple automatic pressing device, and reducing the installation threshold and cost of equipment intelligentization.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This invention relates to the field of intelligent control technology, and more specifically to an intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data. Background Technology

[0002] With the development of the Internet of Things, the construction of smart cities, and the acceleration of urbanization, while automatic control technology has matured, indoor positioning technology has developed rapidly, penetrating into all aspects of production and life, and providing possibilities for location-based intelligent control in multiple scenarios. Among them, ultra-wideband (UWB) technology has unique advantages in terms of penetration capability, fine resolution, accurate ranging, multipath resistance, and anti-interference. Its system implementation has the potential for low complexity, low power consumption, and low cost, making it one of the most promising technical solutions for indoor positioning.

[0003] In existing technologies, smart control of everyday devices often uses methods such as voice control and infrared sensing, which are prone to false triggering, slow response, or energy waste. Many smart home operations are still not convenient enough for users, such as requiring voice commands, operating a mobile app, or touch switches on the control panel to turn devices on or off.

[0004] To address the aforementioned problems, existing technologies have proposed several solutions. One example is an intelligent human body sensor switch (patent publication number CN209659259 U), which provides convenience and reduces power consumption through multiple sensing modules and control methods. Another example is a human body sensor switch and system (patent publication number CN213186650U), which includes a switch assembly allowing users to adjust the switch's on-time and illuminance limits, meeting users' multi-functional needs while effectively utilizing electrical energy.

[0005] Existing technologies have solved the problems in triggering operation and saved energy, but they require modification of existing circuits or replacement of equipment, resulting in high installation thresholds and costs. Furthermore, they cannot be applied to traditional electrical appliances and specialized equipment without pre-existing interfaces. In various physical environments and professional scenarios, such as industrial equipment and sterile workshop environments, circuit modifications are difficult, making it challenging to achieve precise, non-contact, automated operation of traditional physical switches. Intelligent point control devices requiring wiring or replacement have fixed installation locations, making it impossible to adjust control points according to user habits or changes in furniture layout. Existing simple automatic pressing devices are mostly mechanical or open-loop electronically controlled, with fixed stroke and force. Installation errors can lead to pressing failures, switch damage, or device jamming, lacking safety and reliability.

[0006] To address this, an intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data is proposed. Summary of the Invention

[0007] The purpose of this invention is to provide an intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data. The device acquires the user's location through a positioning module and analyzes their movement trajectory and intentions. When the control module determines that the user intends to continuously approach and operate a specific device, it automatically triggers the power module to execute a pressing action, effectively avoiding misoperation and saving energy. By integrating a force sensor and adaptive connector into the power module, and setting replaceable pressing contacts to adjust the pressing force and prevent overload damage, the device adapts to different angles and types of physical switch surfaces, solving the problems of easy jamming, equipment damage, and poor versatility in existing simple automatic pressing devices.

[0008] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following technical solution:

[0009] An intelligent point-controlled automatic device based on positioning data includes a housing, a positioning module, a control module, a power module, and a power supply. The positioning module, the control module, the power module, and the power supply are disposed within the housing. The control module is electrically connected to the positioning module, and the power module is electrically connected to the control module. The positioning module is used to receive positioning tag signals worn by the user. The control module responds to the positioning module, determines the user's intention, and drives the power module to perform a pressing operation to open or close the target device.

[0010] Preferably, the housing includes a front cover, a rear cover, and a faceplate disposed between the front cover and the rear cover. The front cover, faceplate, and rear cover are all detachably connected. The faceplate has a connecting hole, dividing the interior of the housing into a first chamber and a second chamber. The positioning module and the control module are arranged in the first chamber, and the power module is arranged in the second chamber. A guide hole is provided on one side of the rear cover. This detachable housing structure facilitates assembly and maintenance. The power module is physically separated from the positioning module and the control module, and the circuit interfaces of the power module and the positioning module and control module are connected by the connecting hole, reducing the interference of vibration of the power module during operation on the circuit.

[0011] Preferably, the positioning module includes a UWB positioning unit and an identification unit, wherein the UWB positioning unit is electrically connected to the identification unit. The UWB positioning unit ensures the positioning accuracy and anti-interference capability of the device, and is capable of identifying the user's location and movement path.

[0012] Preferably, the identification unit is a thermal infrared sensor or a millimeter-wave sensor. The identification unit is used to sense user movement within the monitoring range of the positioning module, and the control module is used to activate the UWB positioning unit when the identification unit senses user movement. The identification unit has low power consumption, avoiding the UWB positioning unit from being in working state for a long time, reducing power waste and component wear, and also reducing signal attenuation and sensor noise interference caused by complex indoor environments.

[0013] Preferably, the power module includes an electric actuator, a force sensor, an adaptive connector, and a pressing component. The electric actuator has a drive rod that extends out of the rear housing through a guide hole. The force sensor is mounted at the end of the drive rod and fixedly connected to the adaptive connector. The adaptive connector is detachably connected to the pressing component, and allows the pressing component to make small-angle adaptive adjustments. The force sensor prevents the pressing force from exceeding a set threshold, thus avoiding damage to the switch. Users can replace the pressing component with the appropriate one according to the switch type.

[0014] Optionally, the adaptive connector is a ball joint. The adaptive connector can reduce lateral forces caused by installation errors or uneven switch surfaces, making the pressing action reliable and extending the device's lifespan.

[0015] Preferably, the front cover has an antenna area electrically connected to the UWB positioning unit, and the rear shell has symmetrically distributed mounting ears on both sides. The mounting ears have mounting holes, and a reinforcing rib is provided at the connection between the mounting ears and the rear shell. Optionally, the reinforcing rib is a triangular or mesh structure integrally injection molded with the rear shell to distribute the tensile stress on the mounting ears.

[0016] Preferably, the control module includes a processing unit, a calibration unit, and a circuit on / off control unit. The processing unit processes the target user's location and control signals generated by the positioning module. The calibration unit calibrates the control module's judgment of the target device's on / off state. The calibration unit is controlled by the user to ensure that the target device state stored in the device is consistent with the actual state of the target device.

[0017] Preferably, the side of the front cover is provided with a power button, a calibration button and a status indicator light.

[0018] The beneficial effects of this invention are as follows:

[0019] 1. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data described in this invention acquires high-precision location data and movement paths of the user through a UWB positioning unit. The control module analyzes the user's intent and can accurately determine whether the user wants to turn the target device on or off, solving the problems of false triggering and slow response of voice control and infrared sensing. Simultaneously, by combining a thermal infrared sensor or a millimeter-wave sensor with the UWB unit, low-power monitoring is maintained for most of the time when there is no user operation, reducing system energy consumption, minimizing power waste, and reducing the impact of complex indoor environments on positioning accuracy.

[0020] 2. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data described in this invention requires no modification to existing circuits or replacement of the controlled equipment. It can be easily fixed to a wall or furniture near the switch via mounting ears on the housing. Intelligent transformation of traditional electrical appliances, non-intelligent devices, and special-purpose equipment is achieved through physical pressing. It is low-cost, highly flexible, and, in addition to smart home environments, can also be applied to accessibility assistance, industrial automation, and energy-saving public facilities.

[0021] 3. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data described in this invention integrates a force sensor and an adaptive connector in its power module. The force sensor can provide feedback on the pressing force, preventing overload damage to the switch or the device itself. The adaptive connector can reduce lateral forces caused by installation errors or uneven switch surfaces, improving smoothness of operation and extending service life. By replacing different pressing components, this invention's device can be adapted to wall rocker switches, various buttons, touch panels, and industrial equipment switches, enhancing its versatility. Attached Figure Description

[0022] To more clearly illustrate the specific embodiments of the present invention or the technical solutions in the prior art, the drawings used in the description of the specific embodiments or the prior art will be briefly introduced below. Obviously, the drawings described below are some embodiments of the present invention. For those skilled in the art, other drawings can be obtained from these drawings without creative effort.

[0023] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure of the present invention;

[0024] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the module distribution structure of the present invention;

[0025] Figure 3 This is a schematic diagram of the power module of the present invention;

[0026] In the diagram: 1. Housing; 11. Front cover; 12. Rear cover; 121. Guide hole; 13. Face cover; 131. Connecting hole; 14. First chamber; 15. Second chamber; 2. Positioning module; 21. UWB positioning unit; 211. Antenna area; 22. Identification unit; 3. Control module; 31. Processing unit; 32. Calibration unit; 33. Circuit on / off control unit; 4. Power module; 41. Electric actuator; 411. Drive rod; 42. Force sensor; 43. Adaptive connector; 44. Pressing component; 5. Mounting ear; 51. Mounting hole; 52. Reinforcing rib; 6. Power on / off button; 7. Calibration button; 8. Status indicator light. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The technical solutions of the embodiments of the present invention will be clearly and completely described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. Obviously, the described embodiments are only some embodiments of the present invention, and not all embodiments. Based on the embodiments of the present invention, all other embodiments obtained by those skilled in the art without creative effort are within the scope of protection of the present invention.

[0028] Please see Figures 1 to 3 This invention provides an intelligent point-controlled automatic device based on positioning data, the technical solution of which is as follows:

[0029] An intelligent point-controlled automatic device based on positioning data includes a positioning module 2, a control module 3, a power module 4, and a power supply. The positioning module 2, the control module 3, the power module 4, and the power supply are disposed within a housing 1. The control module 3 is electrically connected to the positioning module 2, and the power module 4 is electrically connected to the control module 3. The positioning module 2 is used to receive positioning tag signals worn by the user. The control module 3 is used to respond to the positioning module 2, determine the user's intention, and drive the power module 4 to perform a pressing operation to open or close the target device.

[0030] Optionally, the power source is a rechargeable lithium battery or a DC power adapter interface, and the electrical connection method is through an FPC cable, connector, or soldering onto a circuit board.

[0031] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2The housing 1 includes a front cover 11, a rear cover 12, and a face cover 13 disposed between the front cover 11 and the rear cover 12. The front cover 11, the face cover 13, and the rear cover 12 are all detachably connected. The face cover 13 has a communicating hole, dividing the interior of the housing 1 into a first chamber 14 and a second chamber 15. The positioning module 2 and the control module 3 are arranged in the first chamber 14, and the power module 4 is arranged in the second chamber 15. A guide hole 121 is provided on one side of the rear cover 12. Optionally, the front cover 11 and the face cover 13 are connected by snap-fit, and the face cover 13 and the rear cover 12 are fixed by screws. The inner wall of the first chamber 14 can be lined with conductive foam or copper foil to achieve electromagnetic shielding. A bushing can be installed in the guide hole 121 to ensure smooth movement of the drive rod 411.

[0032] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 2 The positioning module 2 includes a UWB positioning unit 21 and an identification unit 22, wherein the UWB positioning unit 21 and the identification unit 22 are electrically connected.

[0033] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 2 The identification unit 22 is a thermal infrared sensor or a millimeter-wave sensor. The identification unit 22 is used to sense user movement within the monitoring range of the positioning module 2. The control module 3 is used to activate the UWB positioning unit 21 when the identification unit 22 senses user movement. During device operation, the thermal infrared sensor operates with low power consumption, and the UWB positioning unit 21 is off. After the infrared sensor detects movement of a valid heat source, it sends a signal to the control module 3. The control module 3 then activates the UWB positioning unit 21 to begin identifying the positioning tag and determining the target user's intent. After one decision is made, the UWB positioning unit 21 stops operating again.

[0034] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 1 , Figure 2 , Figure 3The power module 4 includes an electric actuator 41, a force sensor 42, an adaptive connector 43, and a pressing component 44. The electric actuator 41 is equipped with a drive rod 411, which extends out of the rear housing 12 through a guide hole 121. The force sensor 42 is installed at the end of the drive rod 411 and is fixedly connected to the adaptive connector 43. The adaptive connector 43 is detachably connected to the pressing component 44, and the adaptive connector 43 allows the pressing component 44 to make small-angle adaptive adjustments. After the control module 3 issues a command, the drive rod 411 can rotate in a direction perpendicular to the switch surface of the target device to complete the pressing. The control module 3 can acquire data from the force sensor 42 and adjust the drive rod 411 when the pressure reaches a preset threshold to achieve overload protection. Optionally, the force sensor 42 is rigidly mounted at the end of the drive rod 411. The end of the drive rod 411 is machined with an external thread, and the base of the force sensor 42 has a corresponding internal thread. After both are tightened, they can be secured with screw glue. The adaptive connector 43 allows for a 5° angle deflection. The pressing part 44 is connected to the adaptive connector 43 by a snap or thread. The connector can be equipped with different types such as flat head and pointed head.

[0035] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 1 The front cover 11 is provided with an antenna area 211 electrically connected to the UWB positioning unit 21. The rear shell 12 has symmetrically distributed mounting ears 5 on both sides. The mounting ears 5 are provided with mounting holes 51. The connection between the mounting ears 5 and the rear shell 12 is provided with a reinforcing rib plate 52.

[0036] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 2 The control module 3 includes a processing unit 31, a calibration unit 32, and a circuit on / off control unit 33. The processing unit 31 processes the target user's position and control signals generated by the positioning module 2. The calibration unit 32 calibrates the control module 3's judgment of the target device's open / closed state. The positioning module 2 detects the target user and acquires the target user's position coordinate data at a preset sampling period. The control module 3 calculates the user's displacement vector, distance D relative to the intelligent point control device, moving speed V, and the angle α between the moving direction and the direction pointing to the device. Within a preset time window, based on a preset judgment algorithm and parameter thresholds, if the user's intention to continuously approach is determined, the power module 4 is activated to press down, completing one open / close operation of the target device.

[0037] As one embodiment of the present invention, refer to Figure 1The front cover 11 has a power button 6, a calibration button 7, and a status indicator light 8 on its side. The user can turn the intelligent point-control automatic device on and off using the power button 6; the calibration button 7 allows manual calibration of the device's pressing mode and recorded device status. The status indicator light 8 displays the operating status of the intelligent point-control automatic device.

[0038] The foregoing has shown and described the basic principles and beneficial effects of the present invention. However, the present invention is not limited to the above embodiments. Various changes and modifications can be made to the present invention without departing from its effects and scope, and all such changes and modifications fall within the scope of the present invention as claimed. The scope of protection of the present invention is defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

Claims

1. An intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data, characterized in that: The device includes a housing (1), a positioning module (2), a control module (3), a power module (4), and a power supply. The positioning module (2), the control module (3), the power module (4), and the power supply are located inside the housing (1). The control module (3) is electrically connected to the positioning module (2), and the power module (4) is electrically connected to the control module (3). The positioning module (2) is used to receive the positioning tag signal worn by the target user. The control module (3) is used to respond to the positioning module (2) and determine the user's intention, and drive the power module (4) to perform a pressing operation to open or close the target device.

2. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 1, characterized in that: The housing (1) includes a front cover (11), a rear cover (12), and a face cover (13) disposed between the front cover (11) and the rear cover (12). The front cover (11), the face cover (13), and the rear cover (12) are all detachably connected. The face cover (13) has a connecting hole (131). The face cover (13) divides the interior of the housing (1) into a first chamber (14) and a second chamber (15) that are connected. The positioning module (2) and the control module (3) are arranged in the first chamber (14), and the power module (4) is arranged in the second chamber (15). A guide through hole (121) is provided on one side of the rear cover (12).

3. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 2, characterized in that: The positioning module (2) includes a UWB positioning unit (21) and an identification unit (22), wherein the UWB positioning unit (21) and the identification unit (22) are electrically connected.

4. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 3, characterized in that: The identification unit (22) is a thermal infrared sensor or a millimeter-wave sensor. The identification unit (22) is used to sense the movement of the user within the monitoring range of the positioning module (2). The control module (3) is used to activate the UWB positioning unit (21) when the identification unit (22) senses the movement of the user.

5. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 4, characterized in that: The power module (4) includes an electric actuator (41), a force sensor (42), an adaptive connector (43), and a pressing member (44). The electric actuator (41) is provided with a drive rod (411), which extends out of the rear shell (12) through a guide hole (121). The force sensor (42) is installed at the end of the drive rod (411) and fixedly connected to the adaptive connector (43). The adaptive connector (43) is detachably connected to the pressing member (44), and the adaptive connector (43) enables the pressing member (44) to make small-angle adaptive adjustments.

6. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 5, characterized in that: The front cover (11) is provided with an antenna area (211) electrically connected to the UWB positioning unit (21). The rear shell (12) has symmetrically distributed mounting ears (5) on both sides. The mounting ears (5) are provided with mounting holes (51). The connection between the mounting ears (5) and the rear shell (12) is provided with reinforcing ribs (52).

7. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 6, characterized in that: The control module (3) includes a processing unit (31), a calibration unit (32), and a circuit on / off control unit (33). The processing unit (31) is used to process the target user position and control signal generated by the positioning module (2). The calibration unit (32) is used to calibrate the control module (3)'s judgment on the target device's on / off state.

8. The intelligent point-control automatic device based on positioning data according to claim 7, characterized in that, The front cover (11) has a power on / off button (6), a calibration button (7) and a status indicator light (8) on its side.

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