Device control method, communication device, and storage medium

Abstract

Embodiments of the present application provide a device control method, a communication device and a storage medium, and relate to the technical field of digital communication. The communication device comprises a shell, the shell comprises a variable light transmission layer and a transparent electrode layer. The method comprises: obtaining target information, the target information comprising at least one of running state information of the communication device, orientation information of a terminal in communication connection with the communication device, and environmental shielding information; and driving and controlling the transparent electrode layer according to the target information, so that the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light transmission layer to change an optical state. The present application can improve the visual interactive capability of the running state of the communication device.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This application relates to the field of digital communication technology, and in particular to a device control method, communication device, and storage medium. Background Technology

[0002] Vertical CPEs (Customer Premises Equipment), routers, home gateways, and other wireless communication devices have become essential terminals in homes, offices, and commercial settings. Users are increasingly demanding higher quality network coverage, signal stability, and multi-terminal management capabilities. However, current technologies for human-computer interaction and status visualization in communication devices primarily rely on a few LED indicators or small displays to provide feedback, or users can view relatively abstract data via mobile apps. This information presentation is limited in scope, failing to intuitively reflect the spatial distribution characteristics of wireless signals. Furthermore, it lacks intelligent debugging guidance, proactive warnings about environmental obstructions, and visual indicators of privacy status. The process of adjusting device placement is cumbersome and inefficient for users. Therefore, improving the visualization and interactive capabilities of communication device operation status is a pressing technical challenge. Summary of the Invention

[0003] This application provides a device control method, a communication device, and a storage medium, which can improve the visualization and interactive capabilities of the communication device's operating status.

[0004] In a first aspect, embodiments of this application provide a device control method applied to a communication device. The communication device includes a housing, the housing including a variable light-transmitting layer and a transparent electrode layer. The method includes: acquiring target information, the target information including at least one of the following: operating status information of the communication device, orientation information of a terminal connected to the communication device, and environmental occlusion information; and driving control of the transparent electrode layer according to the target information, so that the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state.

[0005] In a second aspect, embodiments of this application provide a communication device, comprising: at least one processor; at least one memory for storing at least one program; and, when at least one of the programs is executed by at least one of the processors, implementing the device control method as described in the first aspect.

[0006] Thirdly, embodiments of this application provide a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions for performing the device control method as described in the first aspect.

[0007] Fourthly, embodiments of this application provide a computer program product, including a computer program or computer instructions, wherein the computer program or computer instructions are stored in a computer-readable storage medium, a processor of a communication device reads the computer program or computer instructions from the computer-readable storage medium, and the processor executes the computer program or computer instructions, causing the communication device to perform the device control method described in the first aspect.

[0008] In this embodiment, target information is acquired, including at least one of the following: the operating status information of the communication device, the location information of the terminal connected to the communication device, and environmental occlusion information. The transparent electrode layer is then driven and controlled based on this target information, causing it to trigger a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state. Thus, the communication device can drive the transparent electrode layer on its casing to trigger a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state based on its own operating status, terminal location, and environmental occlusion information. This transforms the traditionally invisible wireless network status into dynamic optical feedback on the device casing surface. Users can intuitively perceive the network status of the device by observing the optical changes on the casing without needing a mobile app, improving the visual interactive capability of the communication device's operating status.

[0009] Other features and advantages of this application will be set forth in the following description and will be apparent in part from the description or may be learned by practicing the application. The objectives and other advantages of this application may be realized and obtained by means of the structures particularly pointed out in the description, claims and drawings. Attached Figure Description

[0010] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of the communication device provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 2 This is a schematic flowchart of the device control method provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 3 This is another schematic flowchart of the device control method provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 4 This is a schematic diagram of the optical state of the outer casing in normal mode provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 5 This is a schematic diagram of the optical state of the outer casing in privacy mode and signal guidance mode provided in the embodiments of this application; Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the hardware structure of the communication device provided in the embodiments of this application. Detailed Implementation

[0011] To make the objectives, technical solutions, and advantages of this application clearer, the following detailed description is provided in conjunction with the accompanying drawings and embodiments. It should be understood that the specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative and not intended to limit the scope of this application.

[0012] It should be noted that although functional modules are divided in the device schematic diagram and a logical order is shown in the flowchart, in some cases, the steps shown or described may be performed in a different order than the module division in the device or the order in the flowchart. The terms "first," "second," etc., in the specification, claims, and the aforementioned drawings are used to distinguish similar objects and are not necessarily used to describe a specific order or sequence.

[0013] In the description of the embodiments of this application, unless otherwise expressly limited, terms such as setting, installing, and connecting should be interpreted broadly, and those skilled in the art can reasonably determine the specific meaning of the above terms in the embodiments of this application in combination with the specific content of the technical solution.

[0014] In this application, the terms "furthermore," "exemplarily," or "optionally" are used as examples, illustrations, or descriptions and should not be construed as being more preferred or advantageous than other embodiments or designs. The use of terms such as "furthermore," "exemplarily," or "optionally" is intended to present the relevant concepts in a specific manner.

[0015] Vertical CPEs, routers, home gateways, and other wireless communication devices have become essential terminals in homes, offices, and commercial settings. As wireless communication technology continues to evolve, users are increasingly demanding higher standards for network coverage quality, signal stability, and multi-terminal management capabilities.

[0016] In related technologies, communication equipment typically uses an opaque plastic shell, and has several LED indicator lights (such as power lights, WAN lights, LAN lights, WiFi signal lights) or small displays on the front or side of the shell to provide feedback on the device's working status; users can also use a mobile app to view data such as signal strength and connected terminals.

[0017] However, the above solution has the following main drawbacks: (1) Single dimension of information expression: LED indicator lights or small displays can only provide point-like, local on / off status or simple digital information, which cannot intuitively reflect the spatial distribution characteristics of wireless signals. For example, they cannot express information such as the spatial coverage direction of the signal, the connection location of multiple terminals, and the location of surrounding obstructions.

[0018] (2) Lack of intelligent debugging guidance: Users cannot quickly determine the best placement of the device, resulting in poor signal coverage and difficulty in finding blind spots. The debugging process can only rely on experience or use a mobile APP to view relatively abstract data, which is cumbersome and inefficient, affecting the performance of the network.

[0019] (3) Active warning without environmental obstruction: When there are obstructions such as furniture or walls around the device that affect signal radiation, the device cannot actively prompt the user to remove the obstruction or adjust the device angle in a visual manner.

[0020] (4) Lack of visual indicators for privacy status: Some devices support privacy modes that reduce transmission power or hide the SSID, but the appearance of the device does not change, and users cannot intuitively determine whether the device is currently in a low-disturbance state.

[0021] It is evident that improving the visualization and interactive capabilities of communication equipment operation status is an urgent issue that needs to be discussed and resolved.

[0022] To address the aforementioned issues, this application provides a device control method, a communication device, and a storage medium. By acquiring target information, including at least one of the following: the operating status information of the communication device, the location information of the terminal connected to the communication device, and environmental occlusion information; and by driving and controlling a transparent electrode layer based on the target information, the transparent electrode layer triggers a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state. In this way, the communication device can drive the transparent electrode layer on its casing to trigger a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state based on its own operating status, terminal location, and environmental occlusion information. This transforms the traditionally invisible wireless network status into dynamic optical feedback on the device casing surface. Users can intuitively perceive the network status of the device by observing the optical changes on the casing without relying on a mobile app, improving the visual interactive capability of the communication device's operating status. This solves the problems in related technologies such as the single dimension of information expression in communication devices, the inability to visualize signal spatial distribution, user reliance on apps for debugging, proactive warnings for unobstructed areas, and the lack of privacy status indicators.

[0023] To address the aforementioned technical problems, embodiments of this application provide a communication device, such as... Figure 1 As shown, the communication device includes a housing, which comprises a variable light-transmitting layer and a transparent electrode layer. The communication device also includes a wireless communication module and a main control circuit disposed inside the housing. The main control circuit is electrically connected to the transparent electrode layer and is used to acquire target information and drive the transparent electrode layer according to the target information, so that the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state. The target information includes at least one of the following: the operating status information of the communication device, the location information of the terminal communicating with the communication device, and environmental occlusion information.

[0024] The aforementioned communication device can be any device with wireless communication capabilities. For example, the communication device can be a 5G CPE, 4G CPE, home router, home gateway, plug-in router, portable WiFi, mobile hotspot device, vehicle network terminal, industrial gateway, smart home gateway, or wireless access terminal, etc.

[0025] The aforementioned housing can be a shell structure that covers the external components of a communication device, providing protection and support for the internal components. For example, the housing can be a vertical transparent plastic shell, which can be made of transparent PC (polycarbonate), or non-metallic light-transmitting materials such as PMMA (polymethyl methacrylate), PETG (polyethylene terephthalate copolymer), or transparent ABS. The overall use of non-metallic materials for the housing avoids electromagnetic shielding of the antenna module located inside; and the vertical shape facilitates natural convection heat dissipation inside the device.

[0026] The aforementioned variable transmittance layer can be a functional layer that can change its transmittance under the excitation of an external electrical signal. For example, the variable transmittance layer can be a PDLC (Polymer Dispersed Liquid Crystal) functional film layer; or it can be a film layer made of materials that can change transmittance or visual effects, such as electrochromic materials, liquid crystal dimming materials, suspended particle dimming materials, or variable atomization films.

[0027] The aforementioned transparent electrode layer can be an electrode layer that is both transparent and conductive, used to provide a driving electric field for the variable transparency layer. It is disposed on one side of the variable transparency layer and electrically connected to the main control circuit through a flexible circuit or conductive trace. For example, the transparent electrode layer can be an electrode layer made of a transparent conductive material such as indium tin oxide.

[0028] The aforementioned main control circuit can be a circuit component with data acquisition, logic judgment, and drive control functions. It may include a processor and a drive module. The processor is used to analyze the target information and generate control commands. The drive module is used to convert the low-voltage DC power provided by the power module into the AC or DC voltage required to drive the variable light-transmitting layer according to the control commands, and output it to the transparent electrode layer.

[0029] As a specific implementation method, such as Figure 1As shown, the aforementioned housing may include a vertical transparent plastic housing 1-2-1, inside which are arranged a motherboard 1-2-2, a main control circuit 1-2-3, an antenna module 1-2-4, a card insertion module, and a power supply module. A variable light-transmitting layer and a transparent electrode layer are composited on a flat area of ​​the outer surface of the housing 1-2-1, forming a dynamic interactive housing structure. This dynamic interactive housing structure includes, from the outside to the inside, a transparent UV-curable protective layer 1-1-1, a polymer-dispersed liquid crystal functional film layer 1-1-2 of PDLC or equivalent material, an array of transparent electrode partitions 1-1-3, and a transparent adhesive layer 1-1-4. The transparent adhesive layer 1-1-4 is used to fix the transparent electrode layer and the variable light-transmitting layer to the housing surface. The array of transparent electrode partitions 1-1-3 is divided into multiple independently controllable electrode areas, each of which is electrically connected to the main control circuit 1-2-3 via a flexible circuit or conductive trace.

[0030] The aforementioned transparent UV-cured protective layer 1-1-1 can be a transparent protective layer coated on the outside of the variable light-transmitting layer for scratch resistance, abrasion resistance, and UV aging resistance. The aforementioned antenna module 1-2-4 can include multiple antennas for transmitting and receiving wireless signals. The aforementioned card insertion module can be used to install a SIM card, enabling the communication device to access a cellular mobile network.

[0031] It should be noted that the distribution of the variable light-transmitting layer on the outer shell can be in the form of strips, rings, blocks, vertical matrices, or ring matrices, etc. It preferably covers the middle and side areas of the body and deliberately avoids the top heat dissipation area, bottom air intake area, card slot area, and button area. For the areas to be avoided, they can be hollowed out or the variable light-transmitting layer and transparent electrode layer can be omitted to avoid the variable light-transmitting layer from affecting the heat dissipation of the device and the normal use of card insertion, button operation, etc.

[0032] In this embodiment, the housing is made of non-metallic light-transmitting material to avoid electromagnetic shielding of the antenna module; the vertical shape facilitates natural convection heat dissipation; the variable light-transmitting layer avoids the top heat dissipation area, bottom air intake area, card slot area and button area, taking into account both interactive functions and heat dissipation and normal operation.

[0033] Based on the above communication equipment, please refer to Figure 2 This application also proposes a device control method. This device control method can be applied to the aforementioned communication device, and for example, can be executed by the main control circuit in the communication device. Figure 2 As shown, the device control method includes the following steps: Step S201: Obtain target information, which includes at least one of the following: operating status information of the communication device, location information of the terminal connected to the communication device, and environmental obstruction information; Step S202: Drive and control the transparent electrode layer according to the target information so that the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state.

[0034] In step S201 above, the communication device can acquire target information in real time or periodically.

[0035] The aforementioned target information can be used to reflect the wireless environment in which the communication device is located and its own operating status, and to control the optical state of the casing. The target information may include only one of the following: operating status information, orientation information, and environmental obstruction information, or it may include two or three of them; there is no limitation on this.

[0036] The aforementioned operational status information can reflect the communication operation status of the communication device itself, which can be obtained from the underlying driver data of the communication device's wireless communication module. The aforementioned location information of the terminal connected to the communication device can reflect the orientation of the terminal relative to the communication device; for example, the terminal could be a mobile phone, computer, or smart home device. The aforementioned environmental obstruction information can reflect whether there are any obstructions in the environment surrounding the communication device that affect the propagation of wireless signals.

[0037] In step S202 above, after acquiring the target information, the communication device can drive and control the transparent electrode layer according to the target information.

[0038] The aforementioned driving control of the transparent electrode layer can be achieved by the main control circuit determining the driving voltage to be applied based on the target information, converting the low-voltage DC power provided by the power module into the AC or DC voltage required to drive the variable light-transmitting layer, and selectively applying voltage signals to or stopping the application of voltage signals to the transparent electrode layer.

[0039] The aforementioned optical state can be the light transmission pattern presented to the outside by the variable light-transmitting layer. When a driving voltage is applied to the transparent electrode layer, the arrangement of liquid crystal molecules in the variable light-transmitting layer changes, thereby changing the light transmittance of the variable light-transmitting layer. In other words, the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state through a change in the electric field.

[0040] For example, taking the variable light transmittance layer as a PDLC functional film layer, when the transparent electrode layer is energized, the liquid crystal molecules in the PDLC functional film layer are arranged in an orderly manner, and light can pass through, so the variable light transmittance layer appears transparent; when the transparent electrode layer is de-energized or under low voltage, the liquid crystal molecules scatter randomly, so the variable light transmittance layer appears milky white and opaque, atomized; and by adjusting the pulse width to control the effective value of the driving voltage, the variable light transmittance layer can be controlled to appear in an intermediate gray level between transparent and atomized, that is, a semi-transparent state.

[0041] In this embodiment, target information is acquired, including at least one of the following: the operating status information of the communication device, the location information of the terminal connected to the communication device, and environmental occlusion information. The transparent electrode layer is then driven and controlled based on the target information to trigger a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state. Thus, the communication device can drive the transparent electrode layer on its casing to trigger a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state based on its own operating status, terminal location, and environmental occlusion information. This transforms the traditionally invisible wireless network status into dynamic optical feedback on the device casing surface. Users can intuitively perceive the network status of the device by observing the optical changes on the casing without relying on a mobile app, improving the visual interactive capability of the communication device's operating status. This addresses the problems in related technologies such as the single dimension of communication device information expression, the inability to visualize signal spatial distribution, user reliance on apps for debugging, lack of proactive warnings for unobstructed areas, and the lack of privacy status indicators.

[0042] In addition, the embodiments of this application do not simply set the variable light-transmitting layer on the surface of the communication device, but establish a linkage mechanism between wireless status detection, spatial information analysis, partition control and dynamic display, realizing the combination of communication function and shell interaction function, so that the originally invisible wireless network status can be intuitively perceived.

[0043] In some embodiments, the transparent electrode layer includes a plurality of transparent electrode partitions, and the variable light-transmitting layer includes a plurality of variable light-transmitting partitions, with the transparent electrode partitions corresponding one-to-one with the variable light-transmitting partitions; Driven control of the transparent electrode layer based on target information, so that the transparent electrode layer triggers a variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state, including: Based on the target information and the user-selected interaction mode, each transparent electrode partition is driven and controlled separately, so that each transparent electrode partition triggers the corresponding variable light transmission partition to change its optical state.

[0044] In this embodiment, the aforementioned transparent electrode partitions can be electrode regions defined on the transparent electrode layer that can be independently driven by a driving signal; the aforementioned variable light transmittance partitions can be functional regions on the variable light transmittance layer corresponding to each electrode region. There is a one-to-one correspondence between the transparent electrode partitions and the variable light transmittance partitions. Specifically, the projection area of ​​each transparent electrode partition on the variable light transmittance layer can overlap with one variable light transmittance partition, so that when a driving signal is applied to each transparent electrode partition, only the corresponding variable light transmittance partition is triggered to change its optical state.

[0045] For example, such as Figure 1As shown, the casing of the communication device can be evenly divided into 8 to 12 vertical, racetrack-shaped independent sections along a 360-degree circumference. Each section includes a transparent electrode section and a corresponding variable light-transmitting section. Each section runs vertically through the middle of the casing. In this case, a signal change in a certain direction corresponds to only one strip switching its light-transmitting state, forming vertical bright and dark stripes on the casing. Of course, the partitioning method can also be circular, vertical, horizontal, or matrix partitioning, etc., and is not limited here.

[0046] The aforementioned interaction modes can be device interaction methods selected by the user based on the usage scenario, determining the optical state presentation of the casing. For example, these interaction modes may include a normal mode, a signal guidance mode, a privacy mode, and a power-saving mode. The normal mode balances terminal prompts with minor obstruction alerts; the signal guidance mode highlights high signal strength and unobstructed locations, guiding the user to adjust the device's placement; the privacy mode indicates the privacy protection status; and the power-saving mode reduces the driving power consumption of the variable light-transmitting layer. The specific implementation process of each interaction mode can be found in the following description, and will not be elaborated upon here.

[0047] Each transparent electrode partition can be driven and controlled separately. The main control circuit can determine the corresponding driving signal for each transparent electrode partition based on the target information and output the corresponding driving signal to each transparent electrode partition, so that each variable light transmission partition can switch independently between different optical states.

[0048] In this embodiment, the communication device can independently drive and control each transparent electrode partition according to the target information and the user-selected interaction mode, so that different variable light-transmitting partitions present different optical states, thereby forming a directional and spatial optical distribution visualization feedback, further enhancing the information dimension that the shell optical feedback can express.

[0049] In some embodiments, the altered optical state includes one of the following: Transparent state; Semi-transparent state; Atomized state.

[0050] In this embodiment, the above-mentioned transparent state can be a state in which the variable light-transmitting partition has high transmittance to visible light and presents a clear and bright appearance; the above-mentioned fogged state can be a state in which the variable light-transmitting partition scatters visible light and presents a milky white and opaque appearance; the above-mentioned semi-transparent state can be a state in which the transmittance of the variable light-transmitting partition is between the transparent state and the fogged state and presents an intermediate gray level.

[0051] For example, taking the variable light transmittance layer as a functional film layer of PDLC, when the corresponding transparent electrode partition is energized, the liquid crystal molecules are arranged in an orderly manner, and light passes through, so the variable light transmittance partition appears transparent; when the corresponding transparent electrode partition is de-energized or under low voltage, the liquid crystal molecules scatter randomly, so the variable light transmittance partition appears atomized; by adjusting the pulse width of the driving signal to control the intermediate gray level, the variable light transmittance partition appears semi-transparent.

[0052] It should be noted that, in addition to the three states mentioned above, the optical states of the variable light transmission zone can also be presented in the form of gradual change, flashing, flowing, breathing effect or pattern change, and can be linked with LED lighting effects, display screen or sound prompts, which is not limited here.

[0053] In this embodiment, the optical state of the variable light transmission zone can be selected from three states: transparent, semi-transparent, and fogged. This allows for the expression of richer device status information through a combination of the three light transmission levels.

[0054] In some embodiments, driving control is performed on each transparent electrode partition separately according to target information and user-selected interaction mode, including: Determine the current interaction state based on the target information and the interaction mode selected by the user; Determine the light transmission zone control strategy for all variable light transmission zones based on the current interaction status; The driving control of each transparent electrode zone is performed separately according to the light transmission zone control strategy.

[0055] In this embodiment, the aforementioned current interaction state can be the interaction situation that the communication device should present, determined after a comprehensive analysis of the target information and the interaction mode selected by the user. For example, if there is strong obstruction in a certain direction when the user selects the normal mode, the current interaction state can be the state where an obstruction warning is required in that direction; if the user selects the privacy mode, the current interaction state can be the overall device privacy protection state regardless of the target information.

[0056] The aforementioned light transmission zone control strategy can be a set of control schemes that indicate the optical state that each variable light transmission zone should present, applicable to all variable light transmission zones. For example, the main control circuit can have a preset strategy library that stores the mapping relationship between various interaction states and zone control schemes. After determining the current interaction state, the main control circuit can match the light transmission zone control strategy corresponding to the current interaction state from the strategy library.

[0057] It should be noted that the main control circuit can generate the light transmission zone control strategy in the form of threshold judgment, rule judgment, or state mapping, or it can use intelligent algorithms such as machine learning to generate control commands. There is no limitation here.

[0058] In this embodiment, the communication device can first determine the current interaction state based on the target information and the interaction mode selected by the user, and then determine the light transmission zone control strategy for all variable light transmission zones accordingly. Finally, it executes the drive control of each zone according to the control strategy. In this way, the drive control of the shell is divided into three levels: state decision, strategy generation and drive execution, so that the optical state of each zone is consistent with the current overall interaction of the device. This avoids the display confusion that may be caused by isolated decision-making for each zone and improves the accuracy and maintainability of zone drive control.

[0059] In some embodiments, the target information includes the operating status information of the communication device; Obtain target information, including: Acquire candidate operating status information of communication devices at multiple times; The candidate operating status information at multiple time points is subjected to weighted average filtering to obtain the operating status information of the communication equipment.

[0060] In this embodiment, the aforementioned candidate operating status information can be raw operating status data directly collected by the communication device at various times without filtering. For example, the main control circuit can obtain candidate operating status information at various times by polling the underlying driver data in real time through a wireless communication chip (such as a 5G modem or WiFi chip).

[0061] The weighted average filtering process described above can be a method of weighting and averaging candidate running state information at multiple times according to preset weights. For example, a sliding time window (e.g., 5 seconds) can be set, and the candidate running state information at multiple times within the sliding time window can be weighted and averaged. The weight of the time closer to the current time can be larger, and the filtering result is dynamically updated as the sliding time window moves.

[0062] In this embodiment, the communication device can perform weighted average filtering on candidate operating status information collected at multiple times, and use the filtered result as the operating status information. This can eliminate misjudgments caused by instantaneous signal jitter, ensure the stability of the optical status display of the casing, and avoid frequent flickering of the optical status of the casing from interfering with the user.

[0063] In some embodiments, the running status information includes at least one of the following: Received signal strength indication, reference signal received power, signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio, current uplink and downlink data transmission rates, terminal connection status, device temperature, and battery status.

[0064] In this embodiment, the Received Signal Strength Indicator (RSSI) can be a parameter indicating the strength of the wireless signal received by the communication device, for example, the strength value of the signal received by the communication device from a base station or terminal. The Reference Signal Received Power (RSRP) can be a parameter characterizing the power level of the reference signal received by the communication device. The Signal to Interference plus Noise Ratio (SINR) can be a parameter characterizing the ratio of useful signal to interference and noise in the received signal. The current uplink and downlink data transmission rates can be the actual rates at which the communication device is currently transmitting uplink data and receiving downlink data. The terminal connection status can be information indicating the number of terminals currently connected to the communication device, the connection duration of each terminal, or whether each terminal has an active data transmission stream. The device temperature can be the temperature value detected by a temperature sensor inside the communication device. The battery status can be information such as the remaining battery power or charging status of the communication device's built-in battery.

[0065] For example, if the reference signal received power is lower than -90dBm for a certain azimuth when the operating status information includes the reference signal received power, the communication equipment can determine that the azimuth is a weak signal azimuth and control the variable light transmission zone corresponding to that azimuth to a fogging state.

[0066] In this embodiment, the operating status information can be selected from multiple dimensions such as signal quality, service load, connection status, and device status, so that the optical feedback of the casing can express richer operating status information.

[0067] In some embodiments, the communication device is provided with multiple antennas, and the target information includes the azimuth information of the terminal that is communicatively connected to the communication device; Obtain target information, including: It receives signals sent by terminals that are connected to communication equipment via multiple antennas; Determine the characteristic differences between signals received by multiple antennas; The location information of the terminal relative to the communication device is calculated based on the feature difference information.

[0068] In this embodiment, the aforementioned multiple antennas can be multiple antennas located within an antenna module inside the communication device. For example, they can be four or eight antennas arranged in an array. Because the antennas are positioned differently within the communication device, the paths of signals transmitted by the same terminal to each antenna are different, resulting in characteristic differences between the signals received by each antenna.

[0069] The aforementioned characteristic difference information can be used to characterize the differences between the signals received by each antenna when multiple antennas receive signals transmitted by the same terminal. The aforementioned orientation information can be used to indicate the direction of the terminal relative to the communication equipment.

[0070] For example, during normal communication between a terminal and a communication device, multiple antennas of the communication device simultaneously receive uplink signals sent by the terminal. The main control circuit extracts the characteristic parameters of the signals received by each antenna and compares them to obtain characteristic difference information. Then, based on the characteristic difference information, it calculates the azimuth information of the terminal relative to the center of the communication device.

[0071] In this embodiment, the communication device can reuse multiple antennas to receive signals sent by the terminal and calculate the terminal's orientation information based on the characteristic differences between the signals received by the multiple antennas. That is, the orientation of the terminal can be perceived using the existing antenna modules of the communication device without the need for additional direction-finding hardware. While controlling costs, the orientation of the terminal is identified, thereby enabling the casing to present visual cues corresponding to the orientation of the terminal.

[0072] In some embodiments, the feature difference information includes phase difference or intensity difference, and the azimuth information includes azimuth angle; The location information of the terminal relative to the communication device is calculated based on the feature difference information, including: Based on the phase difference or intensity difference, the azimuth angle of the terminal relative to the communication device is calculated using an angle of arrival estimation algorithm.

[0073] In this embodiment, the phase difference can be the phase difference of the signals received by each antenna when the same signal arrives at different antennas; the intensity difference can be the intensity difference of the signals received by each antenna, for example, it can be the difference between the received signal intensity indicators of each antenna.

[0074] The aforementioned azimuth angle can be an angle representing the direction of the terminal on a horizontal plane, with the center of the communication equipment as the origin. For example, the calculated azimuth angle can indicate that the terminal is located in an area 30 degrees to the left of directly in front of the communication equipment.

[0075] The aforementioned Angle of Arrival (AOA) estimation algorithm can be any algorithm that estimates the signal direction of arrival based on the phase difference or intensity difference of the signals received by the array antennas. For example, the main control circuit can convert the phase difference into the path difference of the signal based on the known spacing between the antennas, and then calculate the angle between the wave direction and the array reference direction to obtain the azimuth angle of the terminal relative to the communication equipment.

[0076] In this embodiment, the communication device can calculate the azimuth angle of the terminal relative to the communication device based on the phase difference or intensity difference of the signals received by each antenna using an angle of arrival estimation algorithm. This allows for a more accurate determination of the terminal's orientation, enabling the variable light-transmitting partition on the outer casing corresponding to that orientation to accurately present visual cues.

[0077] In some embodiments, the target information includes ambient occlusion information; Obtain target information, including: Detect the environmental conditions around the communication equipment to determine if there are any obstructions; If an obstruction is confirmed to exist, determine the direction of obstruction and the degree of its impact. Environmental occlusion information is obtained based on the direction and degree of occlusion.

[0078] In this embodiment, the aforementioned obstruction can be an object located around the communication equipment that attenuates or reflects the propagation of wireless signals. For example, the obstruction can be a wall, furniture, a human body, or a metal object.

[0079] The aforementioned obstruction direction can be the direction of the obstruction relative to the communication equipment. For example, the obstruction direction can be determined based on the azimuth of the antenna array where signal attenuation occurs. The aforementioned degree of influence can be the magnitude of the impact of the obstruction on the propagation of the wireless signal. For example, the degree of influence can be characterized by the amount of signal attenuation or the increase in the bit error rate.

[0080] The environmental occlusion information obtained above based on the direction and degree of obstruction can be generated by combining the direction and degree of obstruction to produce environmental occlusion information that includes both directional and degree dimensions. For example, the environmental occlusion information could indicate that there is an obstruction to the right rear of the communication device and that the obstruction causes approximately 15 dB of signal attenuation.

[0081] In this embodiment, the communication device can actively detect obstructions in the surrounding environment and determine the obstruction direction and degree of influence of the obstruction. Then, based on the obstruction direction and degree of influence, it can obtain environmental obstruction information. In this way, the communication device can perceive the obstruction factors in the surrounding environment that affect the propagation of wireless signals, and drive the corresponding area of ​​the shell to change the optical state accordingly, so as to realize active visual warning of obstruction and prompt the user to remove the obstruction or adjust the device angle.

[0082] In some embodiments, the environmental conditions around the communication device are detected to determine whether there are any obstructions, including one of the following: The signal strength value and bit error rate received by the communication device are obtained, and the presence of obstructions is determined based on the relationship between the signal strength value and the preset signal strength threshold and the trend of the bit error rate. The capacitance change value detected by the capacitive touch sensor built into the communication device is obtained, and the presence of an obstruction is determined based on the relationship between the capacitance change value and a preset capacitance threshold. The proximity change value detected by the proximity sensor built into the communication device is obtained, and the presence of an obstruction is determined based on the relationship between the proximity change value and a preset proximity threshold.

[0083] In this embodiment, for the first method, the communication device can analyze the signal attenuation model of each antenna port. If the signal strength value corresponding to the antenna group in a specific direction is lower than a preset signal strength threshold, and the bit error rate shows a significant increasing trend, then it is determined that there is a physical obstruction in that direction. The aforementioned preset signal strength threshold can be a pre-set strength reference value used to determine whether the signal has undergone significant attenuation. For example, the preset signal strength threshold can be set to a value 10dB lower than the average signal strength received by all antenna groups. When the signal strength of the antenna group in a certain direction is consistently lower than the preset signal strength threshold, and the bit error rate increases significantly, it is determined that there is a physical obstruction in that direction, such as the device being close to a wall or covered by a metal object.

[0084] In the second approach, the capacitive touch sensor described above can be a sensor installed inside the casing of a communication device, which detects the approach or contact of objects near the casing based on the principle of capacitive sensing. When a human body, wall, or furniture is pressed against the device casing, the equivalent capacitance between the sensor's detection electrode and ground changes. The main control circuit can compare the detected capacitance change value with a preset capacitance threshold. If the capacitance change value is greater than the preset capacitance threshold, it is determined that the corresponding side of the device is pressed against an object, i.e., there is an obstruction.

[0085] For the third approach, the proximity sensor can be a sensor installed inside the communication device to detect the distance between the device surface and external objects, such as an infrared proximity sensor. The proximity change value can be the amount of distance change detected by the proximity sensor or the amount of change in the sensed signal. The main control circuit can compare the proximity change value with a preset proximity threshold. If the proximity change value is greater than the preset proximity threshold, it is determined that an object is close to the device, i.e., there is an obstruction.

[0086] In this embodiment, the communication device can actively detect obstructions in the surrounding environment and determine the obstruction direction and degree of influence of the obstruction. Then, based on the obstruction direction and degree of influence, it can obtain environmental obstruction information. In this way, the communication device can perceive the obstruction factors in the surrounding environment that affect the propagation of wireless signals, and drive the corresponding area of ​​the shell to change the optical state accordingly, so as to realize active visual warning of obstruction and prompt the user to remove the obstruction or adjust the device angle.

[0087] Further, please refer to Figure 3 , Figure 3 This is another schematic flowchart illustrating the device control method provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 3 As shown, the device control method may include the following steps S1 to S8.

[0088] Step S1: Obtain device operating status information: Collect wireless network operating status, including signal strength (RSSI, RSRP, SINR), data transmission rate, number of connected terminals, and channel quality.

[0089] Step S2, obtain terminal location information: determine the direction or area where the terminal is located through RSSI differential, AOA direction finding, Bluetooth or UWB positioning, etc.

[0090] Step S3: Obtain environmental occlusion information: Detect whether there are obstructions such as walls, furniture, metal objects or people around the device, and determine the direction and degree of obstruction.

[0091] Step S4, Status Analysis and Mode Judgment: The main control circuit integrates the network status, terminal location, obstruction information, and the user-selected interaction mode (normal mode, privacy mode, energy-saving mode, signal guidance mode, etc.) to determine the current interaction status.

[0092] Step S5: Generate variable light transmission layer control strategy: Based on the results of state analysis and mode judgment, generate a partition control strategy for each variable light transmission zone and determine the target optical state (transparent state, semi-transparent state or fogged state) of each variable light transmission zone.

[0093] Step S6, control the switching of the optical state of the variable light-transmitting layer: apply a driving signal to the corresponding transparent electrode partition to switch the variable light-transmitting layer to the target optical state.

[0094] Step S7, output visual interactive feedback: generate visual interactive effects such as signal direction guidance, occlusion warning, and privacy mode prompts, so that users can intuitively perceive the device status.

[0095] Step S8: Determine whether the communication device continues to operate: If the communication device continues to operate, perform a periodic refresh according to a preset period (e.g., every 1 to 3 seconds) and return to step S1; if the communication device stops operating, end this process.

[0096] In this embodiment, the communication device achieves parallel acquisition of multi-dimensional information such as operating status, terminal location, and environmental occlusion through steps S1 to S3. After unified decision-making in step S4, generation of partitioning strategy in step S5, and partitioning drive in step S6, visual interactive feedback is output in step S7. The device also achieves cyclic refresh through periodic judgment in step S8. This constructs a complete closed-loop control mechanism for information acquisition, status analysis, strategy generation, partitioning drive, and visual feedback, enabling the optical feedback of the casing to be continuously and dynamically updated as the network environment changes.

[0097] To facilitate understanding, the complete implementation process of the above-mentioned device control method is explained below with a specific application example. In this example, the communication device is a vertical 5G CPE, and its shell is a vertical shell made of transparent PC. The shell is evenly divided into 8 vertical strip racetrack-shaped variable light transmission zones around its circumference. Each variable light transmission zone corresponds one-to-one with the electrode areas in the array-type transparent electrode zone. The variable light transmission layer adopts a PDLC functional film layer, and the antenna module includes 4 antennas arranged in an array.

[0098] During equipment operation, the main control circuit polls the underlying driver data in real time through the wireless communication chip to obtain candidate operating status information such as received signal strength indication, reference signal received power, signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio, and current uplink and downlink data transmission rates. It then performs weighted average filtering on the candidate operating status information within a 5-second sliding time window to obtain the operating status information. Simultaneously, it receives signals transmitted from the terminal through four antennas and calculates the azimuth angle of the terminal relative to the equipment based on the phase difference of the signals received by each antenna using an angle-of-arrival estimation algorithm. Furthermore, by analyzing the signal attenuation model of each antenna port and combining it with the trend of bit error rate changes, it determines whether there are obstructions around the equipment and the direction and degree of obstruction. Subsequently, the main control circuit comprehensively analyzes the operating status information, terminal location information, environmental occlusion information, and the user-selected interaction mode to determine the current interaction state. It then matches the corresponding light-transmitting zone control strategy from the preset strategy library and outputs a drive signal to the corresponding transparent electrode zone through the drive module. This causes each variable light-transmitting zone to switch between transparent, semi-transparent, and fogged states, forming visual interactive feedback such as signal direction guidance, terminal location prompts, occlusion warnings, mode status prompts, and privacy status displays.

[0099] Specifically, for different usage scenarios, this example achieves the following four interaction modes by controlling the optical states of different variable light transmission zones.

[0100] The first mode, Normal Mode, balances terminal notifications with minor obstruction alerts. This mode corresponds to the device's daily use, where users need to know the device is working while also being aware of any obvious placement issues. In this mode, the main control circuit, based on the calculated terminal orientation, controls the corresponding variable light transmission zone (e.g., the zone corresponding to the front sector) to be transparent, indicating the terminal's connection direction. Simultaneously, it compares the obstruction detection results in real time. Only when strong obstruction (e.g., signal attenuation greater than 15dB) or weak signal (e.g., reference signal received power less than -90dBm) is detected in a certain direction, the variable light transmission zone in that direction switched to a fogged state. If only minor obstruction exists in a certain direction (e.g., signal attenuation less than 5dB), the variable light transmission zone in that direction remains transparent or semi-transparent, without fogging alerts, to avoid excessive disturbance to the user. Figure 4 As shown, when the device is running, the variable light-transmitting functional areas on the outer casing (each zone is fixed to the surface of the casing with adhesive and arranged in a grid pattern) automatically switch to three optical states according to the wireless signal strength in their corresponding direction: the zone corresponding to the strong signal direction is transparent, indicating good signal coverage in the current direction (excellent); the zone corresponding to the normal signal direction is semi-transparent, indicating average signal coverage in the current direction (medium); and the zone corresponding to the weak signal or obstructed direction is frosted (frosted state), indicating weak or obstructed signal coverage in the current direction (poor). In this way, most of the outer casing remains transparent, with frosted areas appearing only in areas with serious problems (such as the side close to a wall), providing a visual indication of signal strength and intuitively alerting the user to poor environmental conditions on that side, helping the user determine the best placement location for the device.

[0101] The second mode is signal guidance mode, which prioritizes high signal strength and unobstructed areas. This mode is suitable for scenarios where users have just installed equipment or where the network is poor and the device's placement or orientation needs adjustment. In this mode, the main control circuit quickly polls the signal quality of all directions, identifies the area with the best signal quality (unobstructed, high signal-to-noise ratio), and controls the variable light transmission zone in that direction to be transparent. Simultaneously, based on signal attenuation and obstruction detection results, if a person, furniture, or other obstruction is detected in a certain direction, the main control circuit automatically switches the variable light transmission zone in the obstructed direction to a semi-transparent or fogged state as a warning, indicating that the signal in that direction is blocked; and uniformly controls the variable light transmission zones in other directions with poor signal quality to a fogged state. For example... Figure 5 As shown on the right, the direction of the unobstructed and strong signal on the outer shell remains transparent, while the area of ​​the obstructed direction is fogged. That is, only the area corresponding to the best orientation on the outer shell is transparent, and the other directions are fogged, forming a strong visual guide to guide the user to adjust the position of the device or remove the obstruction, prompting the user to face the transparent area of ​​the device toward the commonly used activity area, or to adjust the angle of the device to maximize the range of the transparent area.

[0102] The third type is privacy mode, used to indicate the privacy protection status. This mode is suitable for scenarios where users are resting in their bedroom, having private conversations in a meeting room, or want to prevent strangers from finding the device. In this mode, the main control circuit instructs the wireless communication chip to reduce the radio frequency transmission power and hide the SSID (Service Set Identifier), preventing other users from finding the device name in the wireless network list and from attempting to connect. Simultaneously, it ignores the collected location information and signal data, applying a uniform fogging drive signal to the transparent electrode partitions, keeping the user-specified area or all variable light-transmitting partitions of the entire casing in a fogged (frosted) state. Figure 5 As shown on the left, after the user activates privacy mode, the entire device exhibits a continuous fogging effect. From any angle, the casing appears uniformly fogged, indicating that the device has entered a low-disturbance or privacy protection mode—that is, privacy mode is enabled. This not only conceals the internal circuitry and eliminates light pollution but also clearly conveys the status of privacy protection or do-not-disturb mode through a fully enclosed visual form.

[0103] The fourth mode is the energy-saving mode, designed to reduce the driving power consumption of the variable light-transmitting layer. This mode is suitable for scenarios where the device's power supply is limited (such as battery power) or for low-power operation at night. In this mode, the main control circuit monitors the presence of active data transmission flows in each area, keeping only the variable light-transmitting zones with active terminal connections in the power-on switching state. For idle areas without terminal connections, the driving voltage is forcibly cut off, keeping them in a fogged state. Since the PDLC functional film layer requires sustaining current to remain transparent, by illuminating only the active areas, the area of ​​electrodes working simultaneously is significantly reduced, thereby significantly reducing the driving power consumption of the interactive shell and extending the device's battery life.

[0104] In this example, the communication device cyclically executes the above-mentioned information collection, status analysis, strategy generation, and partition driving processes according to a preset time cycle, so that the optical distribution visualization image of the shell is updated in real time with changes in the network environment, thereby realizing 360-degree surround view and adaptive signal feedback without needing to look at the screen.

[0105] It should be noted that the technical solutions of the embodiments of this application are not limited to the specific implementation forms described above. The following alternative implementation forms can also achieve the visualization display and intelligent interaction of device status.

[0106] Firstly, dynamic light-transmitting materials can be used as alternatives. The aforementioned variable light-transmitting layer is not limited to PDLC materials; it can also employ electrochromic materials, liquid crystal dimming materials, suspended particle dimming materials, or other materials that can alter light transmittance or visual effects, such as variable atomization films.

[0107] Secondly, structural location substitution. The variable light-transmitting layer can be set on the outer surface, inner surface, sandwich structure, decorative cover, radome, or local display area of ​​the housing, and is not limited to a specific installation location.

[0108] Thirdly, alternative zoning methods. Variable light-transmitting layers can be controlled independently in multiple areas, or they can be controlled as a whole, in a ring, upper and lower, left and right, or matrix configuration to display status. For example, the aforementioned vertical racetrack-shaped surround zoning is suitable for vertical cylindrical devices such as 5G vertical CPEs and whole-house Mesh routers. In addition, the following layouts can be used: Ring-shaped layered zoning, where the device has two independent ring-shaped light-transmitting areas, the upper zone displaying the cellular mobile network signal status and the lower zone displaying the WiFi LAN terminal distribution. The two-layer zoning can present a combined visual layering effect of upper transparency and lower fogging, suitable for dual-band vertical home gateways and card-operated whole-house routers; Matrix grid zoning, where the transparent outer shell of the device has 3x4 or 4x4 square independent grids. The light transmission status of the grids simulates a signal heat map, with the central square being transparent indicating the best signal on the front of the device, and the edge squares being transparent. The "grid atomization" design represents side obstruction, creating a planar thermal visualization feedback, suitable for square desktop routers; the "single-sided arc-shaped partition" design features multiple independent arc-shaped partitions on only the left and right sides of the device, while the front and back are ordinary transparent shells, suitable for small portable hotspots; the "central radial partition" design divides the center of the device into 6 or 8 independent light-transmitting fan-shaped areas, resembling petals, and when multiple petals are simultaneously transparent, they can form a complete luminous ring, suitable for high-end commercial vertical gateways; and the "partial strip partition" design features a narrow ring partition only along the waistline of the device, with the top heat dissipation area and bottom air intake area completely hollowed out, balancing heat dissipation performance and interactive functions, suitable for industrial-grade IoT gateways with high heat dissipation requirements.

[0109] Fourth, information substitution. The information sources used to control the variable transmittance layer are not limited to signal strength, but can also include network speed, terminal connection status, terminal location, device temperature, battery status, user mode, and environmental perception information, etc.

[0110] Fifth, alternative control methods. The main control circuit can use threshold judgment, rule judgment, state mapping, machine learning or AI algorithms to generate control commands and achieve dynamic control of light transmission effects.

[0111] Sixth, alternative interactive methods. The visual feedback of the shell is not limited to switching between transparent and frosted, but can also take the form of gradient, flashing, flowing, breathing effects or pattern changes, and can be linked with LED lighting effects, displays or sound prompts.

[0112] Seventh, applicable product replacement. The technical solutions of this application are not only applicable to 4G CPE, 5G CPE, home routers and portable WiFi, but also to mobile hotspots, vehicle communication equipment, industrial gateways, smart home gateways and other terminal devices with network connectivity.

[0113] In summary, any technical solution that uses a variable light-transmitting structure in conjunction with communication status to achieve visualized display and intelligent interaction of device status falls within the scope of protection of this application.

[0114] The technical solutions of this application are mainly applied to electronic terminal devices with wireless communication, human-computer interaction, and status visualization requirements, including but not limited to: (1) Vertical CPE, home gateway, card-insert router, Mesh router; (2) Portable WiFi, mobile hotspot devices, and dedicated network terminals for live streaming; (3) AR / VR terminals and smart glasses; (4) Vehicle-mounted communication terminals, vehicle-mounted hotspot devices, etc.

[0115] Specifically, in the consumer electronics field, the above-mentioned technical solutions can be applied to products such as high-end home routers, 4G / 5G CPEs, and whole-house smart gateways, creating a differentiated product interaction experience through the signal visualization display and privacy mode indicators on the casing; in the commercial network field, the above-mentioned technical solutions can be applied to vertical gateways in offices, shops, and other locations, allowing maintenance personnel to quickly determine signal coverage, terminal location, and obstruction issues by observing the optical status of the device, thereby reducing maintenance costs; in the smart hardware field, the above-mentioned technical solutions can be applied to products such as vertical smart devices with wireless communication capabilities and IoT gateways, using the dynamic interaction of the variable light-transmitting layer as an intelligent interaction function of the device.

[0116] The technical solution of this application embodiment is particularly applicable to vertical communication devices, and can form a surround, directional, planar interactive feedback effect through a variable light-transmitting layer.

[0117] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the structure of a communication device provided in an embodiment of this application. Figure 6 As shown, the communication device 600 includes a memory and a processor. The number of memories and processors can be one or more. Figure 6 Taking two memories 602 and two processors 601 as an example; the memories 602 and processors 601 in the communication device can be connected via a bus or other means. Figure 6 Taking the example of a connection between China and Israel via a bus.

[0118] The memory 602, as a computer-readable storage medium, can be used to store software programs, computer-executable programs, and modules, such as program instructions / modules corresponding to the methods provided in any embodiment of this application. The processor 601 implements the device control method provided in any of the above embodiments by running the software programs, instructions, and modules stored in the memory 602.

[0119] Memory 602 may primarily include a program storage area and a data storage area, wherein the program storage area may store the operating system and application programs required for at least one function. Furthermore, memory 602 may include high-speed random access memory and may also include non-volatile memory, such as at least one disk storage device, flash memory device, or other non-volatile solid-state storage device. In some instances, memory 602 further includes memory remotely located relative to processor 601, which can be connected to the device via a network. Examples of such networks include, but are not limited to, the Internet, intranets, local area networks, mobile communication networks, and combinations thereof.

[0120] One embodiment of this application also provides a computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions for performing the device control method provided in any embodiment of this application.

[0121] An embodiment of this application also provides a computer program product, including a computer program or computer instructions stored in a computer-readable storage medium. A processor of a computer device reads the computer program or computer instructions from the computer-readable storage medium and executes the computer program or computer instructions, causing the computer device to perform the device control method provided in any embodiment of this application.

[0122] The system architecture and application scenarios described in this application are intended to more clearly illustrate the technical solutions of this application and do not constitute a limitation on the technical solutions provided in this application. Those skilled in the art will understand that as system architectures evolve and new application scenarios emerge, the technical solutions provided in this application are also applicable to similar technical problems.

[0123] Those skilled in the art will understand that all or some of the steps in the methods disclosed above, as well as the functional modules / units in the systems and devices, can be implemented as software, firmware, hardware, or suitable combinations thereof.

[0124] In hardware implementations, the division between functional modules / units mentioned in the above description does not necessarily correspond to the division of physical components; for example, a physical component may have multiple functions, or a function or step may be performed collaboratively by several physical components. Some or all physical components may be implemented as software executed by a processor, such as a central processing unit, digital signal processor, or microprocessor, or as hardware, or as an integrated circuit, such as an application-specific integrated circuit. Such software may be distributed on a computer-readable medium, which may include computer storage media (or non-transitory media) and communication media (or transient media). As is known to those skilled in the art, the term computer storage media includes volatile and non-volatile, removable and non-removable media implemented in any method or technology for storing information (such as computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data). Computer storage media includes, but is not limited to, RAM, ROM, EEPROM, flash memory or other memory technologies, CD-ROM, digital versatile disc (DVD) or other optical disc storage, magnetic cartridges, magnetic tape, disk storage or other magnetic storage devices, or any other medium that can be used to store desired information and is accessible to a computer. Furthermore, as is known to those skilled in the art, communication media typically contain computer-readable instructions, data structures, program modules, or other data in modulated data signals such as carrier waves or other transmission mechanisms, and may include any information delivery medium.

[0125] The terms “component,” “module,” “system,” etc., used in this specification are used to refer to computer-related entities, hardware, firmware, combinations of hardware and software, software, or software in execution. For example, a component can be, but is not limited to, a process running on a processor, a processor, an object, an executable file, an execution thread, a program, or a computer. As illustrated, applications running on computing devices and computing devices can both be components. One or more components may reside in a process or execution thread, and components may be located on a single computer or distributed among two or more computers. Furthermore, these components can be executed from various computer-readable media on which various data structures are stored. Components can communicate, for example, via signals from local or remote processes, based on one or more data packets (e.g., data from two components interacting with another component in a local system, a distributed system, or a network, such as the Internet, which interacts with other systems via signals).

[0126] The above description, with reference to the accompanying drawings, illustrates some embodiments of this application, but does not limit the scope of this application. Any modifications, equivalent substitutions, and improvements made by those skilled in the art without departing from the scope and spirit of this application shall be within the scope of this application.

Claims

1. A device control method applied to a communication device, the communication device including a housing, the housing including a variable light-transmitting layer and a transparent electrode layer, the method comprising: Acquire target information, the target information including at least one of the following: the operating status information of the communication device, the location information of the terminal connected to the communication device, and environmental obstruction information; The transparent electrode layer is driven and controlled according to the target information, so that the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state.

2. The equipment control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The transparent electrode layer includes multiple transparent electrode partitions, and the variable light-transmitting layer includes multiple variable light-transmitting partitions, with each transparent electrode partition corresponding to one of the variable light-transmitting partitions. The step of driving and controlling the transparent electrode layer according to the target information, so that the transparent electrode layer triggers the variable light-transmitting layer to change its optical state, includes: Based on the target information and the user-selected interaction mode, each of the transparent electrode partitions is driven and controlled to trigger the corresponding variable light-transmitting partition to change its optical state.

3. The equipment control method according to claim 1 or 2, characterized in that, The altered optical state includes one of the following: Transparent state; Semi-transparent state; Atomized state.

4. The equipment control method according to claim 2, characterized in that, The step of driving and controlling each of the transparent electrode partitions according to the target information and the user-selected interaction mode includes: The current interaction state is determined based on the target information and the interaction mode selected by the user; Determine the light transmission zone control strategy for all the variable light transmission zones based on the current interaction state; The transparent electrode zones are driven and controlled separately according to the light-transmitting zone control strategy.

5. The equipment control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The target information includes the operating status information of the communication device; The acquisition of target information includes: Obtain candidate operating status information of the communication device at multiple times; The candidate operating status information at the multiple time points is subjected to weighted average filtering to obtain the operating status information of the communication device.

6. The equipment control method according to claim 5, characterized in that, The operational status information includes at least one of the following: Received signal strength indication, reference signal received power, signal-to-interference-plus-noise ratio, current uplink and downlink data transmission rates, terminal connection status, device temperature, and battery status.

7. The equipment control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The communication device is equipped with multiple antennas, and the target information includes the azimuth information of the terminal that is communicatively connected to the communication device. The acquisition of target information includes: The signal transmitted by the terminal that is communicatively connected to the communication device is received through multiple antennas. Determine the characteristic difference information among the signals received by the multiple antennas; The location information of the terminal relative to the communication device is calculated based on the feature difference information.

8. The equipment control method according to claim 7, characterized in that, The feature difference information includes phase difference or intensity difference, and the azimuth information includes azimuth angle; The step of calculating the location information of the terminal relative to the communication device based on the feature difference information includes: The azimuth angle of the terminal relative to the communication device is calculated using the angle of arrival estimation algorithm based on the phase difference or the intensity difference.

9. The equipment control method according to claim 1, characterized in that, The target information includes environmental occlusion information; The acquisition of target information includes: The environmental conditions surrounding the communication device are detected to determine whether there are any obstructions. If an obstruction is confirmed to exist, determine the direction of obstruction and the degree of its impact. The environmental occlusion information is obtained based on the occlusion direction and the degree of influence.

10. The equipment control method according to claim 9, characterized in that, The detection of the environmental conditions surrounding the communication device to determine whether there are any obstructions includes one of the following: The signal strength value and bit error rate received by the communication device are obtained, and the presence of an obstruction is determined based on the relationship between the signal strength value and a preset signal strength threshold and the trend of the bit error rate. The capacitance change value detected by the capacitive touch sensor built into the communication device is obtained, and the presence of an obstruction is determined based on the relationship between the capacitance change value and a preset capacitance threshold. The proximity change value detected by the proximity sensor built into the communication device is obtained, and the presence of an obstruction is determined based on the relationship between the proximity change value and a preset proximity threshold.

11. A communication device, characterized in that, include: At least one processor; At least one memory for storing at least one program; The device control method as described in any one of claims 1 to 10 is implemented when at least one of the programs is executed by at least one of the processors.

12. A computer-readable storage medium storing computer-executable instructions, characterized in that, The computer-executable instructions are used to execute the device control method as described in any one of claims 1 to 10.

13. A computer program product, comprising a computer program or computer instructions, characterized in that, The computer program or the computer instructions are stored in a computer-readable storage medium. The processor of the communication device reads the computer program or the computer instructions from the computer-readable storage medium and executes the computer program or the computer instructions, causing the communication device to perform the device control method according to any one of claims 1 to 10.

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