Touch-sensitive adjustment panel

Abstract

The utility model belongs to the intelligent control technical field of intelligent household intelligent panel, especially touch sensing adjustment panel, it solves the problem of unable to realize switch and strong weak adjustment control simultaneously. This touch sensing adjustment panel, including the shell main part, the shell main part's board surface is equipped with state display module and at least one sliding sensing module, the sliding sensing module can identify point touch and sliding operation, and will corresponding switch signal or sliding adjustment signal send to control panel, control panel is linked with the controlled equipment, state display module is linked with control panel. This adjustment panel can realize switch switching control, can realize strong weak control through the slide touch action.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model belongs to the field of intelligent control technology of smart home smart panels, and specifically relates to a touch-sensitive adjustment panel. Background Technology

[0002] With the rapid development of smart home technology, users' needs for controlling home devices are becoming increasingly diverse. Currently, smart home control solutions for devices such as lighting mainly suffer from the following problems: 1. The control panel solution has a relatively simple control method, which cannot meet the diverse needs of users such as adjusting the brightness of lights and the opening and closing of curtains; 2. Screen devices with integrated screen control solutions are relatively expensive, and their research and development and production costs are also relatively high, which increases the user's purchase cost to some extent. 3. The knob control scheme has a prominent adjustment knob in its structure, which is not very coordinated when combined with other panels and other devices, and will have a certain impact on the aesthetics. 4. Voice control solutions require voice to wake up the speaker device and require clear voice commands. This voice command control method requires a high learning cost for users and is not very user-friendly for the elderly and children at home. In addition, using voice control at night will affect or disturb the rest of family members. Utility Model Content

[0003] The purpose of this invention is to address the aforementioned problems in the existing technology by proposing a touch-sensitive adjustment panel.

[0004] To achieve the innovative objectives of this utility model, the following technical solutions can be used: A touch-sensitive adjustment panel includes a housing body. A status display module and at least one sliding sensor module are provided on the surface of the housing body. The sliding sensor module can recognize touch and sliding operations and send the corresponding switch signal or sliding adjustment signal to the control panel. The control panel is connected to the controlled device, and the status display module is connected to the control panel.

[0005] This utility model's touch-sensitive adjustment panel can be used as a control panel for smart homes. It has multiple sets of sliding sensor modules on the main body of the casing, each of which controls a controlled device. The sliding sensor module can recognize the user's touch and sliding operations. Touch operations correspond to switch control, while sliding operations control aspects that can be linearly adjusted, such as opening degree, power level, and brightness. It has rich control functions and is easy to operate. The control panel is used for the specific signal conversion between the sliding sensor modules and the controlled devices. In order to realize information interaction, a status display module is also provided on the main body of the casing, which can display the status of each device in real time.

[0006] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the sliding sensing module includes several sliding sensing buttons distributed along the sliding path and connected to the sensing signal recognition chip. The sliding sensing buttons are fixed inside the housing body by a button plate, and a touch panel is provided on the outside of the sliding sensing buttons.

[0007] The sliding touch buttons are distributed along the sliding path. Each button can recognize touch signals. The sliding operation is determined by the continuous changes in the touch signals between the buttons. This determination can be achieved by a sensor signal recognition chip. The button panel is detachably fixed inside the main body of the casing and is used to house the sliding touch buttons. The touch panel is located in front of the sliding touch buttons, serving as the contact medium between the user's finger and the sliding touch buttons. It does not affect the accurate recognition of touch signals, and the touch panel is flush with the surface of the main body of the casing, improving the overall aesthetics. The sliding touch buttons, the sensor signal recognition chip, and the signal analysis principles between them are existing technologies and will not be elaborated on in detail.

[0008] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the touch panel is provided with a guide structure corresponding to the sliding path. The guide structure includes a concave strip-shaped touch surface on the touch panel and / or strip-shaped ribs located on both sides of the sliding path on the touch panel. The extension direction of the sliding path is straight, arc-shaped, or circular.

[0009] The guiding structure guides the user's finger swipe path, ensuring that the user's operation is accurately applied to the corresponding sliding touch button, and also improving the comfort of the swipe operation. Specifically, this can be achieved by setting a corresponding position on the touch panel as a recessed strip-shaped touch surface, within which the finger swipes; or by setting two parallel raised strips on the main control panel, between which the finger swipes.

[0010] In addition, the sliding path can be set to various shapes. First, a straight line is preferred, as it can meet the predetermined sliding requirements without increasing the complexity of the processing. It can also be an arc, which helps to increase the length of the sliding path to a certain extent. It can also be a ring, which allows the user to slide around the ring sliding path repeatedly, achieving an infinite continuous sliding length. The length can be increased or decreased by rotating clockwise or counterclockwise.

[0011] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the status display module includes a display screen and / or indicator lights mounted on the panel. The display screen is linear, with its length direction aligned with the arrangement direction of the sliding sensor modules. The display screen is electrically connected to the control panel and can display the device information and operating status of the controlled devices corresponding to each group of sliding sensor modules. The device information includes the device name and location, and the operating status includes the on / off status and percentage values ​​indicating the degree of opening / closing, brightness, or output power.

[0012] The display screen is rectangular, with its length parallel to the distribution direction of each sliding sensor module. Each segment corresponds to a specific sliding sensor module. The display screen can show device information and operating status, enabling users to quickly and accurately understand the status of the controlled device.

[0013] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the controlled device is communicatively connected to the control panel, the control panel is communicatively connected to the central control host, and the central control host is also directly communicatively connected to the controlled device. The communication connection is achieved through a wired module and / or a wireless module.

[0014] This control panel supports local direct control with the corresponding controlled devices. When devices are linked and bound, the local direct control protocol is sent to the touch-sensitive control panel and the local device of the controlled device through the central control host, thereby reducing the dependence on the central control host and external network at the device linkage control level. Even if abnormal situations such as host offline or network disconnection occur, the corresponding controlled devices can still be controlled, thereby improving the stability of the devices to a certain extent.

[0015] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the control panel includes a switch switching unit and a strength adjustment unit: the switch switching unit can send an on / off switching command to the controlled device when the sliding sensor module receives a complete touch and separation signal within a unit time; the strength adjustment unit can issue an adjustment command to the controlled device based on the sliding distance and direction when the sliding sensor module receives a touch and begins to slide within a unit time.

[0016] When a user touches the screen and immediately releases their finger, it is recognized as a switch signal. This signal is converted into a relevant switch switching command by the switch switching unit and immediately sent to the corresponding controlled device. When a user touches the screen and slides it within a unit of time, it is recognized as a slide signal. This signal is converted into a corresponding size adjustment command by the strength adjustment unit. After the user releases their finger, the command is sent to the corresponding controlled device.

[0017] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the control panel also includes an anti-accidental touch unit, which can determine an invalid operation when the sliding sensor module receives a touch signal but does not slide for a duration exceeding a unit of time; the unit of time is between 4 and 6 seconds.

[0018] When a user touches the screen and does not perform any other operation, the device waits for a certain period of time after triggering the recognition sensor. If no swipe is made or the finger is released within this time, the anti-mistouch unit identifies it as an invalid operation, which can be used as a strategy to prevent accidental touches. The unit of time is between 4 and 6 seconds, with 5 seconds being the preferred time. Within this short period, the user has enough time to operate, and even if there is an accidental touch, the operation can be canceled after a short wait.

[0019] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive control panel, the controlled device includes one or more of the following: lighting equipment, curtain switch equipment, air conditioning equipment, and fan equipment.

[0020] The controlled devices are diverse, primarily applicable to the intelligent control and adjustment of lighting equipment, curtain switches, air conditioning equipment, and fan equipment in smart home devices. Specifically, lighting equipment can include ordinary lights, dimmable lights (downlights / spotlights, etc.), smart light strips, and smart light groups; curtain switches can include smart curtain motors, smart roller blind motors, and smart curtain motor groups; air conditioning equipment can include smart wired controllers, smart fan coil units, and smart air conditioner controller indoor units, etc. Of course, to match the control signals, a corresponding signal conversion module is provided between the controlled device and the touch-sensitive adjustment panel; this is existing technology.

[0021] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, at least two sets of sliding sensing modules are provided, and a plurality of protective components corresponding one-to-one with the sliding sensing modules are provided on the panel surface. The protective components cover the touch panel of the sliding sensing modules.

[0022] Multiple sliding sensor modules can be set up to enable separate control of multiple controlled devices. When the cover component is closed, it can protect the touch panel from dust, touch, and collision. When it is open, it does not affect the operation of the sliding sensor module.

[0023] Furthermore, each sliding sensor module has its own independent protective cover, providing individual protection for each touch panel. For seasonal devices, such as air conditioners, which are generally not needed in spring and autumn, there is no need to open the corresponding protective cover. Similarly, fans are typically only used in summer and can be protected by the protective cover most of the time. Moreover, when the protective cover is opened to operate the corresponding sliding sensor module, the closure of other protective covers helps prevent accidental touches on those touch panels.

[0024] In the aforementioned touch-sensitive adjustment panel, the touch panel is linear, and the cover assembly includes a cover with its lower end hinged to the panel surface, and the upper end of the cover is detachably fastened to the panel surface. The cover is placed on the touch panel. A closed-loop sealing protrusion is provided on the side of the cover near the touch panel. When the cover is closed, the sealing protrusion is in contact with the outer surface of the touch panel. The sealing protrusion is integrally formed on the panel of the cover, or the sealing protrusion is a detachable rubber strip on the panel.

[0025] Both the cover and the touch panel are straight lines extending vertically. One end of the cover is hinged to the panel, while the other end can rotate or be fixed to the panel via a snap-fit ​​mechanism. This fixing offers flexible detachability. Preferably, the lower end of the cover is the hinged end, allowing it to fold downwards due to gravity when the cover is open, thus maintaining its open position. The sealing protrusion makes the cover a rectangular box with one open end, preventing contact with the touch panel and ensuring dust protection. An adhesive strip further enhances the sealing effect; corresponding grooves can be provided on the cover for the adhesive strip to be secured. Furthermore, the cover can be made of a transparent material.

[0026] Compared with the prior art, the present invention has the following main advantages: 1. This utility model can recognize the user's touch and swipe operations. Touch operations correspond to switch switching control, while swipe operations control aspects that can be linearly adjusted, such as opening degree, power level, and brightness. It has rich control functions, is easy to operate, and the status display module can display the status of each device in real time.

[0027] 2. The sliding touch buttons are distributed along the sliding path. The sliding operation is determined by the continuous change of the touch signal between each button.

[0028] 3. The guide structure is used to guide the sliding path, ensuring that the user's operation is accurately applied to the corresponding sliding touch button, and also improving the comfort of sliding operation.

[0029] 4. The sliding path can be set to various shapes. First, a straight line is preferred, as it can meet the predetermined sliding requirements without increasing the complexity of the processing. It can also be an arc, which helps to increase the length of the sliding path to a certain extent. It can also be a ring, which allows the user to slide around the ring sliding path repeatedly, achieving an infinite continuous sliding length. The length can be increased or decreased by rotating clockwise or counterclockwise.

[0030] 5. This control panel supports local direct control with the corresponding controlled equipment, reducing the dependence on the central control host and external network at the equipment linkage control level and improving equipment stability.

[0031] 6. When a user touches the device and does not perform any other operation, the device will wait for a certain period of time after triggering the recognition sensor. If the user does not slide or release their finger within this time, the anti-mistouch unit will identify it as an invalid operation, which can be used as a strategy to prevent accidental touches.

[0032] 7. Each sliding sensor module has its own independent protective cover, which can protect each touch panel separately. For some seasonally used devices, the protective cover can protect them most of the time. Moreover, when the protective cover is opened to operate the corresponding sliding sensor module, the closure of other protective covers helps to avoid accidental touches on those touch panels. Attached Figure Description

[0033] Figure 1 This is a schematic diagram of the overall structure provided by this utility model (Example 1); Figure 2 This is an exploded view provided by this utility model (Example 1); Figure 3 This utility model provides a device binding configuration process and control principle diagram (Example 1). Figure 4 This is a front view schematic diagram provided by this utility model (Embodiment 2); Figure 5 This is a front view schematic diagram provided by this utility model (Example 3).

[0034] In the figure, the main body of the outer shell is 1, the panel is 2, the status display module is 3, the sliding sensing module is 4, the control panel is 5, the sensing signal recognition chip is 6, the sliding sensing button is 7, the button board is 8, the touch panel is 9, the guide structure is 10, the strip touch surface is 11, the display screen is 12, the cover assembly is 13, the cover is 14, and the sealing protrusion is 15. Detailed Implementation

[0035] The following are specific embodiments of the present invention, which are described in conjunction with the accompanying drawings. However, the present invention is not limited to these embodiments.

[0036] Specific implementation examples Figure 1 , 2 As shown in Figure 3, this touch-sensitive adjustment panel includes a housing body 1. The panel 2 of the housing body 1 is provided with a status display module 3 and three sliding sensor modules 4. The sliding sensor modules 4 can recognize touch and sliding operations and send the corresponding switch signal or sliding adjustment signal to the control panel 5. The control panel 5 is connected to the controlled device, and the status display module 3 is connected to the control panel 5.

[0037] Specifically, this touch-sensitive adjustment panel is equipped with three sets of sliding sensor modules 4, each of which controls a controlled device. The sliding sensor module 4 can recognize the user's touch and sliding operations. Touch operations correspond to switch control, while sliding operations control aspects that can be linearly adjusted, such as opening degree, power level, and brightness. The control function is rich and the operation is simple. The control panel 5 is used for the specific signal conversion between the sliding sensor module 4 and the controlled device. In order to realize information interaction, the main body 1 is also equipped with a status display module 3, which can display the status of each device in real time.

[0038] like Figure 2 As shown, the sliding sensing module 4 includes 10 sliding sensing buttons 7 distributed along the sliding path and connected to the sensing signal recognition chip 6. The sliding sensing buttons 7 are fixed inside the housing body 1 by the button plate 8, and a touch panel 9 is provided on the outside of the sliding sensing buttons 7.

[0039] Specifically, the sliding touch buttons 7 are distributed along the sliding path, and each button can recognize the touch signal. The sliding operation is judged by the continuous change of the touch signals between the buttons. This judgment can be realized by the sensing signal recognition chip 6. The button plate 8 is detachably fixed in the housing body 1 and is used to set the sliding touch buttons 7. The touch panel 9 is located in front of the sliding touch buttons 7 and serves as the contact medium between the user's finger and the sliding touch buttons 7. It does not affect the accurate recognition of the touch signal. Moreover, the touch panel 9 is flush with the plate surface 2 of the housing body 1, which improves the overall aesthetics.

[0040] As an optimization of this embodiment, the touch panel 9 is provided with a guide structure 10 corresponding to the sliding path. The guide structure 10 includes a concave strip-shaped touch surface 11 on the touch panel 9, and the extension direction of the sliding path is linear. The guide structure 10 is used to guide the path of the user's finger sliding, i.e., the sliding path, to ensure that the user's operation is accurately applied to the corresponding sliding sensing button 7, and to improve the comfort of the sliding operation.

[0041] like Figure 1 , 2 As shown, the status display module 3 includes a display screen 12 mounted on the panel. The display screen 12 is linear, and its length direction is consistent with the arrangement direction of the sliding sensor modules 4, both being horizontal. The display screen 12 is electrically connected to the control panel 5 and can display the device information and operating status of the controlled devices corresponding to each group of sliding sensor modules 4. The device information includes the device name and location, and the operating status includes the on / off status, as well as percentage values ​​indicating the degree of opening or closing, brightness, or output power.

[0042] Specifically, the display screen 12 is rectangular, and its length direction is parallel to the distribution direction of each sliding sensor module 4. Each segment can correspond to the corresponding sliding sensor module 4. The display screen 12 can display device information and operating status, so that users can quickly and accurately understand the status of the corresponding controlled device.

[0043] As an optimization of this embodiment, such as Figure 3 As shown, the controlled device is communicatively connected to control panel 5, control panel 5 is communicatively connected to the central control host, and the central control host is also directly communicatively connected to the controlled device. This communication connection is achieved through a wireless module. This control panel supports local direct control with the corresponding controlled device. When devices are linked and bound, the local direct control protocol is sent from the central control host to both the touch-sensitive control panel and the local device, thereby reducing the dependence on the central control host and external network at the device linkage control level. Even in abnormal situations such as host offline or network disconnection, the corresponding controlled device can still be controlled, thus improving device stability to a certain extent.

[0044] In this embodiment, the control panel 5 includes a switch switching unit, a power adjustment unit, and an anti-accidental touch unit: the switch switching unit can send an on / off switching command to the controlled device when the sliding sensor module 4 receives a complete touch and separation signal within 5 seconds; the power adjustment unit can issue an adjustment command to the controlled device based on the sliding distance and direction when the sliding sensor module 4 receives a touch signal and begins to slide within 5 seconds, adjusting the opening degree, brightness, or output power. The anti-accidental touch unit can determine an invalid operation when the sliding sensor module 4 receives a touch signal but does not slide, and the duration exceeds 5 seconds.

[0045] Specifically, when a user touches the screen and immediately releases their finger, it is recognized as a switch signal. This signal is converted into a relevant switch switching command by the switch switching unit and immediately sent to the corresponding controlled device. When a user touches the screen and slides it within a unit of time, it is recognized as a slide signal. This signal is converted into a corresponding size adjustment command by the strength adjustment unit, and the command is sent to the corresponding controlled device after the finger is released. When a user touches the screen but does not perform any other operation, the device waits for the user for a unit of time after triggering the recognition sensor. If no slide or finger release occurs within this time, the anti-mistouch unit recognizes it as an invalid operation, which can be used as a strategy to prevent accidental touches.

[0046] Specific working principle: In this embodiment, the three sets of sliding sensor modules 4 correspond to three different lighting devices. When it is necessary to switch the on / off state of the lighting devices, simply touch the touch panel 9 and release it immediately. When it is necessary to adjust the brightness of a certain on-screen light, simply touch the corresponding touch panel 9 and slide it up or down. Sliding up increases the brightness, and sliding down decreases the brightness. Release the button when the adjustment is complete.

[0047] Example 2 The working principle of this embodiment is basically the same as that of embodiment 1, except that a protective cover component 13 is added.

[0048] Specific implementation examples Figure 4 As shown, panel 2 has three sets of protective components 13 corresponding to the sliding sensor modules 4 (the first protective component 13 on the left is open). The protective components 13 cover the touch panels 9 of the sliding sensor modules 4. When closed, they provide dustproof, touchproof, and impact-proof protection for the touch panels 9; when open, they do not affect the operation of the sliding sensor modules 4. Each sliding sensor module 4 corresponds to an independent protective component 13, providing separate protection for each touch panel 9. For devices used only during certain seasons, the protective components 13 can provide protection most of the time. Furthermore, when the protective components 13 are open to operate the corresponding sliding sensor module 4, the closure of the other protective components 13 helps prevent accidental touches on those touch panels 9.

[0049] Furthermore, the touch panel 9 is linear, and the cover assembly 13 includes a cover 14 whose lower end is hinged to the panel 2. The upper end of the cover 14 is detachably fastened to the panel 2, and the cover 14 covers the touch panel 9. A closed-loop sealing protrusion 15 is provided on the side of the cover 14 near the touch panel 9. The sealing protrusion 15 is a detachable adhesive strip on the panel. When the cover 14 is closed, the adhesive strip is sealed and adhered to the panel 2 around the touch panel 9.

[0050] Specifically, both the cover 14 and the touch panel 9 are straight lines extending in a vertical plane. One end of the cover 14 is hinged to the panel 2, and the other end can rotate. When it needs to be closed, it can be fastened to the panel 2. When the cover 14 is open, it can fold downwards due to gravity, which helps to maintain the open state of the cover 14.

[0051] Example 3 The working principle of this embodiment is basically the same as that of embodiment 1, except that the sliding path and the shape of the touch panel 9 are different.

[0052] Specific implementation examples Figure 5 As shown, the touch panel 9 is circular, allowing users to slide around the circular path repeatedly, achieving an infinite continuous sliding length, which helps improve control precision. The increase or decrease can be switched by rotating clockwise or counterclockwise.

[0053] The specific embodiments described herein are merely illustrative examples illustrating the spirit of this utility model. Those skilled in the art to which this utility model pertains may make various modifications or additions to the described specific embodiments or use similar methods to substitute them, without departing from the spirit of this utility model or exceeding the scope defined by the appended claims.

Claims

1. A touch-sensitive adjustment panel, comprising a housing body (1), characterized in that, The outer shell body (1) has a status display module (3) and at least one sliding sensor module (4) on its plate (2). The sliding sensor module (4) can identify touch and sliding operations and send the corresponding switch signal or sliding adjustment signal to the control panel (5). The control panel (5) is connected to the controlled device, and the status display module (3) is connected to the control panel (5).

2. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The sliding sensing module (4) includes several sliding sensing buttons (7) distributed along the sliding path and connected to the sensing signal recognition chip (6). The sliding sensing buttons (7) are fixed inside the outer shell body (1) by a button plate (8). A touch panel (9) is provided on the outside of the sliding sensing buttons (7).

3. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 2, characterized in that, The touch panel (9) is provided with a guide structure (10) corresponding to the sliding path. The guide structure (10) includes a concave strip-shaped touch surface (11) on the touch panel (9) and / or strip-shaped ribs on both sides of the sliding path on the touch panel (9). The extension direction of the sliding path is straight, arc-shaped, or circular.

4. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The status display module (3) includes a display screen (12) and / or indicator lights on the panel. The display screen (12) is linear and its length direction is consistent with the arrangement direction of the sliding sensing module (4). The display screen (12) is electrically connected to the control panel (5) and can display the equipment information and operating status of the controlled equipment corresponding to each group of sliding sensing modules (4).

5. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The controlled device is connected to the control panel (5) in communication, the control panel (5) is connected to the central control host in communication, and the central control host is also directly connected to the controlled device in communication. The communication connection is achieved through a wired module and / or a wireless module.

6. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The control panel (5) includes a switch switching unit and a power adjustment unit: The switch switching unit can send an on / off switching command to the controlled device when the sliding sensing module (4) receives a complete touch and separation signal within a unit time. The intensity adjustment unit can issue an adjustment command to the controlled device based on the sliding distance and direction when the sliding sensing module (4) receives a light touch and starts sliding within a unit time. The signal can be adjusted to adjust the opening degree, brightness or output power.

7. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 6, characterized in that, The control panel (5) also includes an anti-accidental touch unit, which can determine an invalid operation when the sliding sensor module (4) receives a touch signal but does not slide, and the duration exceeds a unit time; The unit of time mentioned is between 4 and 6 seconds.

8. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 1, characterized in that, The controlled equipment includes one or more of the following: lighting equipment, curtain switching equipment, air conditioning equipment, and fan equipment.

9. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to any one of claims 1-8, characterized in that, The sliding sensing module (4) is provided with at least two sets, and the panel (2) is provided with a number of protective components (13) corresponding to the sliding sensing module. The protective components (13) are covered on the touch panel (9) of the sliding sensing module (4).

10. The touch-sensitive adjustment panel according to claim 9, characterized in that, The touch panel (9) is linear, and the cover assembly (13) includes a cover (14) whose lower end is hinged to the panel (2). The upper end of the cover (14) is detachably fastened to the panel (2). The cover (14) covers the touch panel (9). The cover (14) has a closed-loop sealing protrusion (15) on one side near the touch panel (9). When the cover is closed, the sealing protrusion (15) is in contact with the outer surface (2) of the touch panel (9). The sealing protrusion (15) is integrally formed on the panel of the cover (14), or the sealing protrusion (15) is a strip that can be detachably installed on the panel.

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