ELECTRICALLY OPERATED ITEM FOR CHANGING A STATE IN AN ENVIRONMENT OF THE DEVICE

Description

[0001] The present invention relates to an electrically operable object for changing at least one measurable state in an environment of the electrically operable object. The present invention further relates to a corresponding method and a computer program. Finally, the present invention relates to a system comprising a charging device and a corresponding device.

[0002] The present invention further preferably relates to an electrically operable article with integrated detection electronics for automatic control of differentiated operating modes depending on usage detection, as well as a holding device for electrical contact via suspension loops and hooks.

[0003] The invention particularly relates to an electrically operable object which detects whether it is actively used by a living being or is located in the vicinity of a living being or is connected to an external energy supply, preferably in the form of an electrical contact via suspension loops and hooks, and which activates differentiated, automatic modes with different control parameters and / or control algorithms depending on this detection.

[0004] Due to digitalization, objects are increasingly being equipped with electrical and electronic components and integrated with extensive sensor technology to provide additional so-called smart functions. Many of these electrically powered objects have integrated batteries, allowing for flexible and location-independent use. However, these objects do not have differentiated automatic controls based on sensor data for different operating and activation modes, such as active wear, non-use, battery operation, and / or mains operation.

[0005] From the published patent application DE 10 2014 212 535 A1, a work shoe, in particular a safety shoe, is known, comprising at least one passive protection unit designed to passively protect a shoe wearer at least from mechanical and / or electrical stress, and at least one active protection unit having at least one sensor unit designed to detect at least one parameter at least to enable a protective function and / or a comfort function. It is proposed that the sensor unit be designed to detect at least one personal parameter and / or at least one environmental parameter.

[0006] The published patent application WO 2017 / 040397 A1 comprises a device made of PPE. The device has a first sensor that detects whether the PPE article is worn by a user. The device further comprises a processing module and a communication module. The processing module comprises a clock that measures the time period during which the PPE article is worn by the user and a memory for storing usage data, wherein the usage data includes the time period during which the PPE article was worn by the user. The communication module serves to wirelessly transmit stored usage data to a device that is separate from the PPE device.

[0007] The published patent application EP 2 016 568 B1 discloses a data transfer system comprising: a footwear; a data transmission system engaged with the footwear, the data transmission system transmitting data from the footwear; a remote control system communicatively connected to the data transmission system for receiving the data from the data transmission system, the transmitted data comprising at least one element selected from the group: user identification data, footwear product identification data, physical data associated with the use of the footwear, and physiological data associated with the use of the footwear, and the remote control system comprising a second data transmission system transmitting data to a wearer of the footwear;and a portable display device, wherein the second data transmission system transmits data to the portable display device, wherein the data transfer system comprises the data transmitted to the portable display device regarding approach characteristics or features along the wearer's route;

[0008] From the published patent application CN103799612, a heat sensing device for a shoe sole is known, comprising: a pressure sensor, a signal receiving interface, and a signal output interface. The pressure sensor receives the pressure received from the sole and sends a signal to the signal receiving interface. After receiving the signal from the pressure sensor, the signal receiving interface detects the temperature in the shoe and transmits the detection result to the signal output interface. According to the heat sensing device for a shoe sole according to an example of the present disclosure, a pressure sensor, after being installed on a shoe sole, sends a signal to a signal receiving interface after pressure is applied, and then activates the heat sensing device.After the heat sensing device receives the signal, it measures the temperature inside the shoe, judges whether heating is required according to the preset temperature, and sends the signal to the signal output port. The signal output port transmits the signal to the sole heating device, allowing the start-up and shutdown of the shoe heating device to be adjusted appropriately.

[0009] The published patent application DE 10 2014 217 965 A1 discloses a storage system, in particular a workwear storage system, comprising at least one storage device for storing workwear, at least one wired and / or wireless charging device designed to transmit at least electrical energy to at least one energy storage unit of the workwear, and at least one sensor device designed to detect at least one characteristic of the workwear. It is proposed that the charging device be designed to charge various workwear items that can be arranged on the storage device.

[0010] German Patent Application DE 10 2015 226 247 A1 discloses a garment with an electrical load that consumes more electrical energy in a first operating mode than in a second operating mode, and that has a sensor and a controller. The sensor is configured to detect whether the garment is being worn. The controller is configured to switch the electrical load to the second operating mode when the garment is not being worn. A controller and an operating method for such a garment are also disclosed.

[0011] Against this background, the present invention aims to find an applicable technical solution in which sensor values from an electrically operated object trigger different functions or controls based on a plurality of states of the object.

[0012] This object is achieved by an electrically operable object for changing at least one measurable state in an environment of the electrically operable object. According to the invention, the electrically operable object is one of a smart piece of clothing with integrated electronics, a horse blanket, a backpack, a bag, or an electric bicycle helmet. The object according to the invention is achieved by a device according to the invention comprising: at least one sensor for acquiring sensor data with information about a property in an environment of the sensor; an actuator; at least one integrated battery; a charging interface configured to be connected to an external charger in order to charge the battery; an analysis unit configured to: determine, based on the sensor data, whether the device is in the vicinity of a living being and to activate a first mode when the device is in the vicinity of a living being; and to determine whether the device is connected to an external charger and to activate a second mode when the device is connected to an external charger;wherein the first mode comprises controlling the actuator as a function of at least one sensor datum by means of a first control parameter and / or a first control algorithm in order to effect a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the living being by means of the actuator; and the second mode comprises controlling the actuator as a function of at least one sensor datum by means of a second control parameter and / or a second control algorithm in order to effect a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the device by means of the actuator.

[0013] The above object is further achieved by a method for changing at least one measurable state in an environment of the device, comprising the steps: Acquiring sensor data with information about a property in an environment of a sensor; determining, based on the sensor data, whether the device is in the vicinity of a living being and activating a first mode when the device is in the vicinity of a living being; determining whether the device is connected to an external charger; activating a second mode when the device is connected to an external charger; controlling an actuator of the device as a function of at least one sensor datum by means of a first control parameter and / or a first control algorithm in order to cause a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the living being by means of the actuator when the first mode is activated;and / or controlling the actuator as a function of at least one sensor data item by means of a second control parameter and / or a second control algorithm in order to effect a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the device by means of the actuator when the second mode is activated.

[0014] Further aspects of the invention relate to a computer program and a system comprising the device and a charger.

[0015] A sensor for capturing sensor data containing information about a property in the sensor's environment makes it technically simple and cost-effective to determine a property in the sensor's environment. Furthermore, it is preferably easy to determine whether a living being is in the vicinity of the sensor. An actuator makes it technically and particularly easy to control a state in the actuator's environment. Using an energy storage device or a battery makes it possible to create a device that is independent of an external power source. A charging interface makes it technically easy to recharge the energy storage device or the battery.An analysis unit configured to determine, based on the sensor data, whether the device is in the vicinity of a living being and to activate a first mode when the device is in the vicinity of a living being, or to detect whether the device is connected to an external charger and to activate a second mode when the device is connected to an external charger, makes it technically easy to distinguish between the two modes. Appropriate control can therefore be implemented when the device is worn by or in the vicinity of a living being, is out of the reach of the living being, or is supplied with external electrical energy.For example, the analysis unit can be designed to detect whether an external power supply is connected to the device based on a voltage applied to the battery or a voltage applied to the charging interface. Furthermore, the analysis unit can be designed to detect whether the device is in the vicinity of a living being based on sensor data, such as humidity, heat, etc. Because the first mode comprises controlling the at least one actuator as a function of at least one sensor datum by means of a first control parameter and / or a first control algorithm, a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the living being can be brought about in a technically simple manner.Furthermore, a state in an environment of the device can be changed in an analogous manner by a second control parameter and / or a second control algorithm when the second mode is activated, i.e. the device is connected to an external power source.

[0016] In a preferred embodiment of the invention, it is provided that the charging interface a charging loop with an electrically conductive surface, comprising at least two electrically separated contact surfaces, for hanging on an electrically conductive hanging hook; a textile mating contact with at least two electrically conductive textiles on an outer side of the device for connecting to electrically conductive surfaces of a textile contact outside the device; and / or a socket for a plug of an external charger.

[0017] By means of a charging loop with an electrically conductive surface for hanging from an electrically conductive hanging hook, the device can be conveniently connected to an external power source, particularly without any additional measures, during storage, i.e., when attached to the hanging hook. Consequently, the internal energy storage device or battery can be charged during storage. A charging interface comprising a textile contact with at least two electrically conductive textiles on an outer side of the device for connecting to electrically conductive surfaces outside the device allows the device to be advantageously and technically easily connected to a textile, such as a work jacket, a leisure jacket, a leisure T-shirt, and / or a horse blanket.In particular, a power supply for the device can be present in the textile, in particular a power supply with a larger energy reserve than the internal energy storage device. Because the charging interface can comprise a plug connection for a plug of an external charger, a technically simple and cost-effective solution for charging the internal energy storage device can be created. The plug is preferably designed according to a standard, such as micro-USB, mini-USB, USB-C, or another standard known in principle in the prior art.

[0018] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the at least one sensor comprises a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a pressure sensor, a motion sensor, an acceleration sensor, a biovital sensor, a light sensor, a gas sensor, an air quality sensor, an air pressure sensor, a microphone, a sound pressure level sensor, an equivalent temperature sensor, a heat flow sensor, a pH value sensor, and / or a radiation sensor. Using the above-mentioned sensors, it is technically easy to determine whether the device is located in the vicinity of a living being. Furthermore, by appropriate selection, a customized sensor can be used for the desired application of the device. In particular, the sensor can be selected depending on the state of the device's environment that is to be changed. It is understood that a combination of several sensors can also be used.

[0019] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the actuator comprises a heating element, a cooling system, a lighting system, a ventilation system, an active drying system, an active humidification system, a sound generator, and / or a drive unit for triggering mechanical movements. The aforementioned actuators make it technically easy to manipulate, i.e., change, a state of the environment of the device or the environment of a living being. Furthermore, by selecting an appropriate actuator, a customized change to a state in the environment of the device and / or the living being can be achieved. It is understood that a combination of multiple actuators can also be used. In particular, a corresponding actuator can be selected depending on a corresponding sensor in order to create a technically simple control loop between the actuator and the sensor.

[0020] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the device comprises a logger unit, wherein the logger unit is designed to store at least one piece of sensor data assigned to a mode, in particular all sensor data assigned to the respective modes. A logger unit can create a data set containing how a state variable of an environment of the device and / or the living being changes depending on an activated mode. This allows an evaluation of the data set and the mode to be refined. The mode can be changed, in particular, by modifying the control parameters or the control algorithms in order to achieve an improved change in the state in the environment of the device and / or the living being.

[0021] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the device comprises a time measuring device, wherein the time measuring device is designed to generate time information for the sensor data, and the logger unit is designed to store at least one sensor datum assigned to a mode with the time information, in particular all sensor data assigned to the respective modes with the respective time information. A time measuring device can improve the informative value of the data set. In particular, a usage behavior of an individual user of the device can be derived from the data set. The control parameters and control algorithms of the various modes can be individualized. An improved device with improved modes can be created.

[0022] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the device comprises a data memory and / or an interface for communication with an external buffer, wherein the logger unit is designed to store at least one sensor datum assigned to a mode, preferably with the time information, in particular all sensor data assigned to the respective modes, preferably with the respective time information, in the data memory and / or the buffer. The data set can be extracted from the device by means of a data memory and / or an interface for an external buffer or an external data memory. This makes it technically simple and quick to train a new device to a user, provided that a corresponding database is already present in the data set. A user connection to the device can be created.Furthermore, user behavior can be transferred to another device. For example, the device can be integrated into a ski boot or a running shoe, and the user behavior learned from an old model can be transferred to the new model when a new model is purchased.

[0023] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the logger unit is configured to store at least one actuator activation associated with a mode, preferably with the time information, in the data memory and / or the buffer, in particular all activations of all actuators associated with the respective modes, preferably with the respective time information. By additionally storing the activation of an actuator, the data set can be further improved. In particular, all the information required to determine an optimal operating mode is then preferably available.

[0024] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, it is provided that the analysis unit is designed to determine the first and preferably second control parameter and / or the first and preferably second control algorithm depending on a charge level of the battery and / or an energy storage level; a predefined time period after connection to an external charger; a history of activations of the actuator, preferably of all actuators; the current sensor data of the sensor, preferably of all sensors, and / or the history of the sensor data of the sensor, preferably of all sensors.

[0025] This allows the creation of a device that preferably analyzes all required parameters during device operation with and without an external power supply. This allows for improved device operation. For example, energy conservation can be achieved when discharging the energy storage device or battery. Furthermore, a history can be accessed so that the analysis unit can determine when the device is reconnected to an external power source. This allows for improved device operation in the first operating mode.

[0026] Preferably, unique user profiles can be determined using the integrated sensors, with predefined modes being activated when they match the stored / learned sensor data of a user profile in the data memory. This allows user recognition using the integrated sensors and, for example, theft protection mechanisms and / or other security functions to be integrated. Preferably, the predefined modes are only activated / deactivated when the sensor data matches the corresponding stored / learned sensor data of a user profile. This not only enables the detection of a living being in the vicinity and / or the use of the device, but also the detection or identification of an individual using the integrated sensors.

[0027] In a further preferred embodiment of the invention, the analysis unit is designed to activate a third mode when the device is not in the vicinity of a living being and is not connected to an external charger; wherein the third mode comprises controlling the actuator as a function of at least one sensor datum by means of a third control parameter and / or a third control algorithm. The third mode can, for example, comprise outputting a signal to locate the device again, since it is highly unlikely that the device will not be worn by a living being or connected to a power supply for an extended period of time. Furthermore, the third mode can, for example, be a type of standby mode, so that switching on the device when reusing the device can be omitted.In addition, the third mode can include a type of anti-theft device that emits an alarm signal. For example, a stolen ski boot found on the back of a van can trigger a warning signal.

[0028] The invention comprises, for example, an electrically operable object with control electronics, detection electronics, an integrated accumulator and at least one integrated sensor, at least one actuator, as well as a holding device in the form of a charging loop on / in the object and an external hook.

[0029] Electrically operated objects can include various portable devices, especially textiles. Examples include so-called smart clothing with integrated electronics, such as jackets, pants, ski boots, and horse blankets, as well as backpacks, bags, and electric bicycle helmets.

[0030] For example, the electrically powered object could be a smart ski boot. The ski boot is equipped with an integrated battery, heating elements, detection and control electronics, temperature and humidity sensors, and an interface for connection to an external power supply, preferably via an electrically conductive charging loop.

[0031] When the ski boot is put on, an electronic detection circuit detects this, and automatic temperature control is initiated via the integrated temperature and humidity sensors, as well as the integrated heating elements. At the same time, an automatic light function can be activated, for example. When the ski boot is removed and no longer in the vicinity of the person, the electronic detection circuit detects this, and the automatic temperature control and the light function are deactivated.

[0032] When the ski boot is connected to an external electrical power source, the electronic detection circuit detects this and, taking into account predefined threshold values from the moisture sensors, an automatic drying function can be activated to reduce moisture inside the boot. This drying function, which analyzes the moisture levels, is only active when the activation mode of an external power supply is detected.

[0033] Another function, which is only automatically controlled with an external power supply, can include a thermal disinfection circuit, which creates a high temperature of approximately 70 °C in the ski boot over an extended period of time. This thermal disinfection can be linked to other functional parameters, such as set time intervals, etc.

[0034] Another possible application includes, for example, a respiratory mask that detects whether it is connected to an external power supply via, for example, a conductive hook and then automatically activates a thermal disinfection circuit in which a fixed high temperature of > 70 °C heats the entire mask and thus cleans it of bacteria and viruses.

[0035] Further examples of functions can be security functions such as a lighting function, the transmission of location data, the transmission of usage data such as usage times or theft protection mechanisms. Furthermore, convenience functions such as preheating or drying can be provided. Likewise, the current status of the automatically activated function can be output via signaling devices in the form of light, sound, an LCD display, etc., with information regarding, for example, a charge level or a drying status, etc. Furthermore, the current status can also be transmitted via wireless communication, for example to a mobile phone. It goes without saying that a function specified by a user can also be triggered via a mobile phone or another control unit.

[0036] It is understood that a mode can comprise a sequence of function activations that can preferably be defined by a user or automatically defined or defined, preferably by means of artificial intelligence.

[0037] For example, with a ski boot, it could be specified that, with an external power supply and a defined moisture threshold, drying takes first priority, with charging the integrated battery, for example, being a secondary priority. A thermal disinfection function could be placed after drying and fully charging the battery.

[0038] The invention is particularly applicable to so-called smart objects, such as jackets, bags, backpacks, or school bags. Thanks to this invention, all of these electrically operated smart objects can have simple and safe automatic control functions based on user detection. This allows for the integration of additional safety features, enhanced convenience functions, and even battery energy savings.

[0039] The above examples of applications of the invention are chosen merely as examples for the sake of clarity and are not exhaustive. A person skilled in the art will recognize that the invention can readily be applied to other fields.

[0040] Further preferred embodiments of the invention emerge from the remaining features mentioned in the subclaims.

[0041] The various embodiments of the invention mentioned in this application can be advantageously combined with one another, unless otherwise stated in the individual case.

[0042] The invention is explained below in exemplary embodiments with reference to the accompanying drawings. They show: Figure 1 shows a schematic representation of a device according to the invention; Figures 2a to 2c show a schematic side view, front view and top view of a charging hook with charging loop; Figure 3 shows a schematic representation of a device according to the invention in the form of a ski boot; Figure 4 shows a schematic representation of a device according to the invention in the form of a helmet; Figure 5 shows a schematic representation of a system according to the invention comprising a device according to the invention and a charging device; and Figure 6 shows a schematic representation of the steps of a method according to the invention.

[0043] Figure 1shows schematically a device 10 according to the invention. The device 10 comprises a battery 12, an analysis unit 14, a sensor 16 and an actuator 18. A charging loop 20 is arranged on a charging interface 19, not shown in detail.

[0044] The device 10 further comprises an optional logger unit 21a and a memory 21b for the logger unit 21a. In the example shown, the logger unit 21a is embodied as part of the analysis unit 14. It is understood that the logger unit 21a can also be embodied as an external unit and can be communicatively connected to the analysis unit 14. In the example shown, the memory 21b is part of the device 10. It is understood that the memory 21b can also be embodied as an external memory and can be connected to the logger unit 21a in a wired or wireless manner, preferably by means of Bluetooth, NFC communication, or another wireless communication method known in principle in the prior art. The memory 21b can, in particular, comprise a data memory in the device 10 and / or a buffer memory outside the device 10.

[0045] Based on sensor data from sensor 16, analysis unit 14 detects whether device 10 is in the vicinity of a living being (not shown). Furthermore, analysis unit 14 can detect whether device 10 is connected to an external charger. In the example shown, to connect to an external charger, charging loop 20 would have to be attached to a corresponding counterpart, referred to below as a charging hook.

[0046] If the analysis unit 14 detects that the device 10 is in the vicinity of a living being, it activates a first mode. The first mode preferably comprises a plurality of control parameters or control algorithms for controlling the actuator 18. Control is understood, in particular, to mean controlling the actuator 18 with reference to a sensor datum from the sensor 16.

[0047] If the analysis unit 14 detects that the device 10 is connected to an external power source, such as a charger, the analysis unit 14 activates a second mode. The second mode preferably includes a plurality of second control parameters and / or control algorithms for controlling the actuator 18.

[0048] The logger unit 21a preferably comprises a time measuring device and is designed to store a sensor date, an actuator state and / or an activated mode together with time information in the memory 21b.

[0049] As already described in detail above, the sensor 16 may comprise a motion sensor, an acceleration sensor, a biovital sensor, a light sensor, a gas sensor, an air quality sensor, an air pressure sensor, a microphone, a sound pressure level sensor, an equivalent temperature sensor, a heat flow sensor, a pH value sensor and / or a radiation sensor.

[0050] The actuator 18 may comprise a heating element, a cooling system, a lighting system, a ventilation system, an active drying system, an active humidification system, a sound generator and / or a drive unit for triggering mechanical movements.

[0051] A first mode can, for example, be heating by means of an actuator 18 in the form of a heater, wherein the sensor 16 preferably comprises a temperature sensor and monitors the temperature in such a way that a temperature range is controlled by means of the control circuit comprising sensor 16 and actuator 18.

[0052] Furthermore, the sensor 16 can comprise a light sensor, wherein the actuator 18 can comprise, for example, a light source. The sensor 16 in the form of a light sensor can then, for example, generate a corresponding sensor datum when darkness sets in, which is evaluated by the analysis unit 14. In the first mode, the analysis unit 14 causes the actuator 18 in the form of a light source to illuminate.

[0053] A second mode may, for example, comprise thermal disinfection, wherein a temperature within the device 10 is monitored by means of the sensor 16 designed as a temperature sensor and a sufficiently high temperature, for example above 70 °C, is maintained over a corresponding period of time by means of an actuator 18 designed as a heating element.

[0054] In Figure 2a1 shows a charger 22 in the form of a charging hook. The charging hook comprises a pin 24 that protrudes vertically from a base or bottom plate 26. The bottom plate 26 comprises two contact surfaces 28, on which the charging loop 20 rests. In this way, an electrically conductive contact is established between the contact surfaces 28 and the charging loop 20. It is understood that the charging loop 20 transmits a charging current to the device 10 so that the battery 12 located in the device 10 can be charged. For reasons of clarity, Figure 2a However, only the charging loop 20 is shown. Figure 2a is a side view of the loading hook.

[0055] In Figure 2bA front view of the charging hook is shown. Like reference numerals refer to like features and will not be explained again. The two contact surfaces 28 are shown hatched. The charging loop 20 is hung over the pin 24 and rests against the contact surfaces 28.

[0056] In Figure 2c A top view of the charging hook is shown. The pin 24 has a quadrangular, in particular a rectangular, base. It is understood that other geometric shapes can also be provided. In particular, any geometric shape in which the charging loop 20 can be suspended from the pin 24 is suitable. Preferably, the charging loop 20 is suspended tautly from the pin 24 by a weight of the device 10, with the charging loop 20 resting against the contact surfaces 28 of the charging hook with predefined contact sections.

[0057] In the presentation of the Figure 2The charging loop 20 is shown in more detail to explain the functioning of the charging loop 20 by way of example. It is understood that the charging loops 20 according to the other embodiments of the present disclosure can be constructed analogously. The charging loop 20 has a first electrical contact surface 20a and a second electrical contact surface 20b. The two electrical contact surfaces 20a, 20b are electrically separated from one another by a separating region 20c. When the charging loop 20 is attached to the charging hook, the first electrical contact surface 20a comes to rest on one of the two contact surfaces 28 of the charging hook, such that an electrically conductive connection is established between the first contact surface 20a and the contact surface 28 of the charging hook. The second electrical contact surface 20b comes to rest on the other contact surface 28 of the charging hook, whereby an electrically conductive connection is also established.

[0058] It is understood that a charger 22 in the form of a charging hook is only to be understood as an example.

[0059] In Figure 3 A schematic side view of a device 10 according to the invention in the form of a ski boot 30 is shown. The ski boot 30 includes the charging loop 20, so that the ski boot 30 can be hung on a corresponding charging hook, for example, in a locker or cabinet, when not in use.

[0060] The ski boot 30 further includes a battery 12, which is integrally formed with the analysis unit 14. This integral unit is connected to an actuator 18, which is arranged in a central section of the ski boot 30. A sensor 16, which is also connected to the analysis unit 14, is arranged on an inner side of a sole of the ski boot 30.

[0061] In the example shown, the actuator 18 can be, for example, a heating element, a fan, a loudspeaker, or a light source. In a first mode, for example, the actuator 18 can light up to increase visibility while skiing. Furthermore, the ski boot 30 can be ventilated to make wearing the ski boot 30 more comfortable for a skier. Furthermore, the ski boot 30 can be heated. It is understood that the sensor 16 is then selected accordingly and, for example, comprises a light sensor if the actuator 18 comprises a light source, a temperature sensor if the actuator 18 comprises a heating element, or a humidity sensor if the actuator 18 comprises a fan.

[0062] It is further understood that a combination of several sensors 16 and actuators 18 can also be used.

[0063] In Figure 4A further variant of a device 10 according to the invention is shown in the form of a helmet 32. In the example shown, the charging interface 19 comprises a socket 34 for connecting a plug of a charger 22 (not shown). The socket 34 is connected to the battery 12. In the embodiment shown, the battery 12 is combined with the analysis unit 14 in an integral unit. The sensor 16 is arranged on the top of the helmet. The actuator 18 is arranged on a front side of the helmet 32. In the example shown, the actuator 18 comprises a light source and the sensor 16 a light sensor. This allows a first mode to be activated when the analysis unit 14 determines that the helmet 32 is being worn by a person. Furthermore, it can be determined that the ambient illumination in the area surrounding the helmet 32 is insufficient to perform work. A mode can then be selected that involves illuminating the light source.The brightness of the light source can, for example, depend on the ambient brightness, which is determined by the light sensor.

[0064] However, the sensor 16 can also be a vital sensor. In this respect, the vital functions of a wearer of the helmet 32 can be monitored, and in the event of irregularities, an alarm can be triggered by the illumination of the light source. For example, a red flashing light can indicate a dangerous situation or a threat to the wearer of the helmet 32. It is understood that an actuator 18 in the form of a loudspeaker can also be provided, which also emits an acoustic warning.

[0065] It is understood that the helmet 32 can also be designed analogously to the ski boot 30 and can be heated and / or thermally disinfected when it is not worn by a user and is connected to an external charger 22.

[0066] In Figure 5A system 36 comprising a charger 22 and a device 10 according to the invention is shown schematically. For a better overview, the device 10 is shown in a simplified form as a square with rounded corners. The charger 22 can have a charging hook, as already described with regard to the Figures 2a to 2c described, include.

[0067] Furthermore, the charger 22 can comprise a textile contact 40 with two contact surfaces 28, which can preferably be brought into contact with a textile mating contact 42 of the device 10, which also comprises two contact surfaces 28. The contact surfaces 28 of the textile contact 40 and the textile mating contact 42 lie on top of one another and establish an electrically conductive connection, so that the charger 22 can charge a battery 12 (not shown) of the device 10.

[0068] The contact surfaces 28 can be designed, for example, as a hook-and-loop fastener. Furthermore, it is conceivable for the contact surfaces 28 to comprise pockets into which magnets are sewn, so that the contact surfaces 28 are pressed against one another when the textile contact 40 is brought into the vicinity of the textile mating contact 42. Preferably, the contact surfaces 28 comprise, at least in sections, electrically conductive fibers that are connected to the battery 12 or the charger 22 via lines.

[0069] The charger 22 may further comprise a plug 38. The plug 38 may, for example, be designed according to a standard such as USB-C, USB-A, Micro-USB, mini-USB, or the like. To this extent, the device 10, in particular a charging interface 19 of the device 10, has a corresponding socket 34 that can accommodate the plug 38 of the charger 22, so that an electrical connection can be established between the charger 22 and the device 10.

[0070] In Figure 6The individual steps of a method according to the invention are shown schematically. In a first step S1, sensor data from a sensor 16 with information about a property in an environment of the sensor 16 is recorded. In a step S2, based on the sensor data, it is determined whether the device 10 is in the vicinity of a living being. In a step S3, a first mode is activated if the device 10 is in the vicinity of a living being. In a step S4, it is determined whether the device 10 is connected to a charger 22. In a step S5, a second mode is activated if the device 10 is connected to a charger 22.

[0071] After step S3, in a step S6, at least one actuator 18 of the device 10 can be controlled as a function of at least one piece of sensor data from the sensor 16 by means of a first control parameter and / or a first control algorithm in order to effect a change in at least one measurable state in the environment of the living being by means of the at least one actuator 18. After activation of the second mode in a step S5, in a step S7, the at least one actuator 18 is controlled as a function of at least one piece of sensor data from the sensor 16 by means of a second control parameter and / or a second control algorithm in order to effect a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the device 10 by means of the at least one actuator 18.

[0072] In Figure 6Two optional steps S8 and S9 are further shown in dashed lines. Step S8 comprises activating a third mode when the device 10 is not in the vicinity of a living being and is not connected to an external charger 22. Step S8 is followed by step S9, which comprises controlling the at least one actuator 18 as a function of at least one sensor datum from the sensor 16 using a third control parameter and / or a third control algorithm when the third mode is activated.

[0073] The invention has been described in detail. With the disclosed teaching, the following advantages can be achieved and / or problems solved, particularly through at least one embodiment: The teaching disclosed here can preferably differentiate and expand control options for electrically operated objects through automatically detected operating states depending on the detection of living beings in the vicinity of the electrical object. It is understood that a single element or unit can perform the functions of several of the units mentioned in the patent claims. List of reference symbols

[0074] 10Device 12Battery 14Analysis unit 16Sensor 18Actuator 19Charging interface 20Charging loop 20aFirst electrical contact surface of 20 20bSecond electrical contact surface of 20 20cSeparation area 21aLogger unit 21bMemory 22Charger 24Pin 26Base plate 28Contact surface 30Ski boot 32Helmet 34Socket 36System 38Plug 40Textile contact 42Textile counter contact S1 - S9Procedure steps

Claims

1. An electrically operated object (10) for changing at least one measurable state in an environment of the electrically operated object (10), comprising: - at least one sensor (16) for detecting sensor data having information regarding a characteristic in an environment of the sensor (16); - an actuator (18); - at least one integrated rechargeable battery (12); - a charging interface (19) which is designed to be connected to an external charging device (22) in order to charge the rechargeable battery (12); - an analysis unit (14) which is designed - to determine, on the basis of the sensor data, whether the electrically operated object (10) is located in the vicinity of a living being, and to activate a first mode if the electrically operated object (10) is located in the vicinity of a living being; and - to determine whether the electrically operated object (10) is connected to an external charging device (22) and to activate a second mode if the electrically operated object (10) is connected to an external charging device (22), wherein - the first mode comprises control of the actuator (18) on the basis of at least one piece of sensor data by means of a first control parameter and / or a first control algorithm in order to cause a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the living being by means of the actuator (18); and - the second mode comprises control of the actuator (18) on the basis of at least one piece of sensor data by means of a second control parameter and / or a second control algorithm in order to cause a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the electrically operated object (10) by means of the actuator (18), wherein - the electrically operated object is one of a smart garment having integrated electronics, a horse rug, a rucksack, a bag or an electric bike helmet.

2. The electrically operated object (10) according to Claim 1, characterized in that the charging interface (19) comprises a charging strap (20) having an electrically conductive surface, comprising at least two electrically isolated contact surfaces (20a, 20b), for being hung on an electrically conductive hanging hook; a textile counter contact (42) having at least two electrically conductive textiles on an outer face of the electrically operated object (10) for connection to electrically conductive surfaces of a textile contact (40) outside of the electrically operated object (10); and / or a socket (34) for a plug (38) of an external charging device (22).

3. The electrically operated object (10) according to either of the preceding claims, characterized in that the at least one sensor (16) comprises a temperature sensor, a humidity sensor, a pressure sensor, a motion sensor, an acceleration sensor, a biovital sensor, a light sensor, a gas sensor, an air quality sensor, an air pressure sensor, a microphone, a sound pressure level sensor, an equivalent temperature sensor, a heat flow sensor, a pH sensor and / or a radiation sensor.

4. The electrically operated object (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the actuator (18) comprises a heating element, a cooling system, a light system, a ventilation system, an active drying system, an active humidification system, a sound generator and / or a drive unit for triggering mechanical movements.

5. The electrically operated object (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the electrically operated object (10) comprises a logger unit (21a), the logger unit (21a) being designed to store at least one piece of sensor data associated with a mode, in particular all data associated with each mode.

6. The electrically operated object (10) according to the preceding claim, characterized in that the electrically operated object (10) comprises a timing device, the timing device being designed to generate time information for the sensor data, the logger unit (21a) being designed to store at least one piece of data associated with a mode together with the time information, in particular all data associated with each mode together with the relevant time information.

7. The electrically operated object (10) according to either Claim 5 or Claim 6, characterized in that the electrically operated object (10) comprises a data storage medium (21b) and / or an interface for communication with an external temporary storage medium (21b), the logger unit (21a) being designed to store at least one piece of sensor data associated with a mode preferably together with the time information, in particular all sensor data associated with each modes preferably together with the relevant time information, in the data storage medium (21b) and / or in the temporary storage medium (21b).

8. The electrically operated object (10) according to any of Claims 5 to 7, characterized in that the logger unit (21a) is designed to store at least one activation of the actuator (18) associated with a mode preferably together with the time information, in particular all activations of all actuators (18) associated with each mode preferably together with the relevant time information, in the data storage medium (21b) and / or in the temporary storage medium (21b).

9. The electrically operated object (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the analysis unit (14) is designed to determine the first control parameter and preferably the second control parameter and / or the first control algorithm and preferably the second control algorithm on the basis of - a state of charge of the rechargeable battery (12) and / or an energy storage reserve; - a predefined period of time after connection to an external charging device (22); - a history of activations of the actuator (18), preferably all actuators (18); - the current sensor data from the sensor (16), preferably all sensors (16), and / or - the history of the sensor data from the sensor (16), preferably all sensors (16)10. The electrically operated object (10) according to any of the preceding claims, characterized in that the analysis unit (14) is designed to activate a third mode if the electrically operated object (10) is not located in the vicinity of a living being and is not connected to an external charging device (22), the third mode comprising control of the actuator (18) on the basis of at least one piece of sensor data by means of a third control parameter and / or a third control algorithm.

11. A method for changing at least one measurable state in an environment of the electrically operated object (10) according to any of Claims 1 to 10, comprising the steps of: - detecting (S1) sensor data containing information regarding a characteristic in an environment of the sensor (16); - determining (S2), on the basis of the sensor data, whether the electrically operated object (10) is located in the vicinity of a living being, and activating (S3) a first mode if the electrically operated object (10) is located in the vicinity of a living being; - determining (S4) whether the electrically operated object (10) is connected to an external charging device (22) and activating (S5) a second mode if the electrically operated object (10) is connected to an external charging device (22); - controlling (S6) an actuator (18) of the electrically operated object (10) on the basis of at least one piece of sensor data by means of a first control parameter and / or a first control algorithm in order to cause a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the living being by means of the actuator (18) if the first mode is activated; and / or - controlling (S7) the actuator (18) on the basis of at least one piece of sensor data by means of a second control parameter and / or a second control algorithm in order to cause a change in at least one measurable state in an environment of the electrically operated object (10) by means of the actuator (18) if the second mode is activated.

12. The method according to the preceding claim, having the steps of: - activating (S8) a third mode if the electrically operated object (10) is not located in the vicinity of a living being and is not connected to an external charging device (22); - controlling (S9) the actuator (18) on the basis of at least one piece of sensor data by means of a third control parameter and / or a third control algorithm.

13. A computer program comprising program code means in order to carry out all the steps of a method according to either Claim 11 or Claim 12 when the computer program is executed by an electrically operated object according to any of Claims 1 to 10.

14. A system (36), comprising an electrically operated object (10) according to any of Claims 1 to 10 and a charging device (22), the charging device (22) comprising - an electrically conductive hanging hook; - two electrically conductive surfaces of a textile counter contact (42) for connection to a textile contact (40) comprising at least two electrically conductive textiles on an outer face of the electrically operated object (10); and / or - a plug (38) for a socket (34) for connection to the charging interface (19) of the electrically operated object (10)