Washstand and washing system

Abstract

To enable appropriate measurement even when detection areas of a plurality of biological information are overlapped on each other.SOLUTION: A washstand includes: a mirror part; a plurality of biological information measurement parts which include a first biological information measurement part for measuring first biological information with a first detection area including the lower side of the mirror part as a detection area, and a second biological information measurement part for measuring second biological information different from the first biological information with a second detection area including the lower side of the mirror part as a detection area; and a display part for displaying information related to measurement by the biological information measurement parts. At least parts of the first detection area and the second detection area are overlapped, and when one of the first biological information measurement part and the second biological information measurement part is in a standby state as a state of capable of measurement, the other is in a non-standby state, and the display part displays only information of the one of the first biological information measurement part and the second biological information measurement part in the standby state.SELECTED DRAWING: Figure 22

Description

Technical Field

[0001] The disclosed embodiments relate to a washbasin cabinet and a washing system.

Background Art

[0002] Conventionally, in order to measure biological information in daily life, a washbasin cabinet equipped with biological information measuring means for measuring the biological information of a user is known (see, for example, Patent Document 1).

Prior Art Documents

Patent Documents

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Patent Document 1

Summary of the Invention

Problems to be Solved by the Invention

[0004] However, the above-described conventional technology has room for improvement. For example, in the above-described conventional technology, when considering the usability of the user after mounting the biological information measuring means on the washbasin cabinet, the locations where the biological information measuring means can be installed are limited. Therefore, even in a washbasin cabinet equipped with biological information measuring means capable of measuring a plurality of biological information, it is desired to provide a washbasin cabinet or a washing system with good usability. Therefore, it is desired to enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of the plurality of biological information overlap.

[0005] An object of the disclosed embodiments is to provide a washbasin cabinet and a washing system that enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of the plurality of biological information overlap.

Means for Solving the Problems

[0006] A washbasin dressing table according to an aspect of the embodiment includes a mirror unit, a first biological information measurement unit that measures first biological information with a first detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as a detection area, and a second detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as a detection area, and a plurality of biological information measurement units including a second biological information measurement unit that measures second biological information different from the first biological information, and a display unit that displays information related to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit. At least a part of the first detection area and the second detection area overlap, and when one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit is in a standby state where it can be measured, the other becomes a non-standby state, and the display unit displays only the information of one that is in the standby state among the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit.

[0007] Conventionally, when adding a biological information measurement function to provide a washbasin dressing table that can perform user-friendly health management, there is a risk of false detections such as the biological information measurement locations being scattered or unintended biological information measurement being started. On the other hand, according to the washbasin dressing table according to an aspect of the embodiment, even when equipped with a function for measuring various types of biological information, it is possible to facilitate the measurement of desired biological information. Therefore, the washbasin dressing table can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of the plurality of biological information overlap.

[0008] A washbasin dressing table according to an aspect of the embodiment includes a switching timing determination unit that determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit, and the display unit changes the display based on the determination information from the switching timing determination unit.

[0009] According to the washbasin dressing table according to an aspect of the embodiment, the convenience can be further enhanced by switching the measurement content according to the timing. Therefore, the washbasin dressing table can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of the plurality of biological information overlap.

[0010] In a washstand according to one aspect of the embodiment, the switching timing determination unit determines the timing for switching the display on the display unit based on an instruction for switching by the user.

[0011] According to a washstand according to one aspect of the embodiment, the measurement content can be changed and measured at a timing preferred by the user. Therefore, even when the detection regions of each of a plurality of biometric information overlap, the washstand can enable appropriate measurement.

[0012] In a washstand according to one aspect of the embodiment, the switching timing determination unit determines the timing for switching the display on the display unit based on information other than an instruction for switching by the user.

[0013] According to a washstand according to one aspect of the embodiment, by changing the measurement content based on information other than the explicit intention of the user, that is, an instruction from the user, the convenience can be further enhanced. For example, the washstand can grasp that the user has taken a bath and switch the measurement content to biometric information for which it is better to perform measurement after bathing. Therefore, even when the detection regions of each of a plurality of biometric information overlap, the washstand can enable appropriate measurement.

[0014] In a washstand according to one aspect of the embodiment, after measurement by one biometric information measurement unit among the plurality of biometric information measurement units is completed, measurement by another biometric information measurement unit is started.

[0015] According to a washstand according to one aspect of the embodiment, by continuously switching a plurality of measurements, the biometric information can be measured more smoothly. Therefore, even when the detection regions of each of a plurality of biometric information overlap, the washstand can enable appropriate measurement.

[0016] The washbasin dressing table according to one aspect of the embodiment includes a setting change input unit that receives from the user an input for setting the order of the biological information measurement units to be measured among three or more biological information measurement units including the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit, and a setting storage unit that stores the settings input by the user, and performs measurement by the biological information measurement unit according to the order of the settings stored in the setting storage unit.

[0017] According to the washbasin dressing table according to one aspect of the embodiment, by performing only the pre-set measurements, it is possible to narrow down the measurements to those that are really necessary. For example, when the user is young, the washbasin dressing table can skip measuring blood pressure. Therefore, the washbasin dressing table can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of a plurality of biological information overlap.

[0018] In the washbasin dressing table according to one aspect of the embodiment, the display unit displays information regarding the elapsed time of the measurement by the biological information measurement unit.

[0019] According to the washbasin dressing table according to one aspect of the embodiment, even when the measurement times of biological information are different, it is possible to accurately grasp the time until the measurement is completed and perform the measurement more accurately. Therefore, the washbasin dressing table can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of a plurality of biological information overlap.

[0020] In the washbasin dressing table according to one aspect of the embodiment, the display unit is disposed at the lower end of the mirror surface of the mirror unit.

[0021] According to the washbasin dressing table according to one aspect of the embodiment, by disposing the display unit at the lower end of the mirror surface of the mirror unit, it can be disposed at a position close to the detection area, that is, a position where the display unit is easily visible, thereby enhancing convenience. Therefore, the washbasin dressing table can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of a plurality of biological information overlap.

[0022] A washbasin system according to an aspect of the embodiment includes a mirror unit, a first biological information measurement unit that measures first biological information with a first detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as a detection area, and a second detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as a detection area, and a plurality of biological information measurement units including a second biological information measurement unit that measures second biological information different from the first biological information, and a display unit that displays information related to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit. At least a part of the first detection area and the second detection area overlap. When one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit is in a standby state where it can measure, the other becomes a non-standby state, and the display unit displays only the information of one that is in the standby state among the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit.

[0023] Conventionally, when adding a biological information measurement function to provide a washbasin cabinet that can provide user-friendly health management to a user, there has been a risk of false detections such as the biological information measurement locations being scattered or the measurement of unintended biological information being started. On the other hand, according to a washbasin system according to an aspect of the embodiment, even when a variety of biological information measurement functions are installed, it is possible to facilitate the measurement of desired biological information. Therefore, the washbasin system can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of a plurality of biological information overlap.

Effect of the Invention

[0024] According to an aspect of the embodiment, appropriate measurement can be enabled even when the detection areas of each of a plurality of biological information overlap.

Brief Description of the Drawings

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DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

[0026] Hereinafter, embodiments of the washstand and the washing system disclosed in the present application will be described in detail with reference to the accompanying drawings. Note that the present invention is not limited by the embodiments shown below.

[0027] <1. First Embodiment> First, the washstand 2 and the washing system 1 according to the first embodiment will be described below. In each drawing, the same components are denoted by the same reference numerals, and detailed descriptions thereof are appropriately omitted. In addition, the processing described with the washstand or the washing system according to each embodiment of the washstand 2 and the washing system 1 as the processing subject may be performed by any device capable of executing the processing according to the device configuration included in the washstand or the washing system.

[0028] <1-1. Configuration of Washstand and Washing System> The configuration of the washstand 2 and the washing system 1 according to the first embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 and 2. FIG. 1 is a schematic perspective view of the washstand according to the first embodiment. FIG. 2 is a diagram showing a configuration example of the washing system according to the first embodiment.

[0029] First, referring to FIG. 1, an example of the physical configuration such as the appearance of the washstand 2 will be described. In the present specification, the descriptions of "upper", "lower", "right", and "left" refer to the upper, lower, right, and left with reference to a person using the washstand 2 standing in front of the washstand 2. Also, in the present specification, the direction from the washstand 2 toward the user located in front of the washstand 2 is defined as the "front" direction, and the opposite direction is defined as the "rear" direction.

[0030] The washstand 2 shown in FIG. 1 has a dressing table 3 and a dressing mirror 4. The dressing table 3 has a counter portion 31 that functions as an upper surface (working surface), a bowl portion 32 provided at the central portion of the counter portion 31 and having a shape that is recessed downward, a faucet portion 33 that discharges water into the bowl portion 32, and a storage portion 34 that functions as a lower storage cabinet having a storage space inside.

[0031] For example, the counter portion 31 and the bowl portion 32 may be integrally formed or may be formed separately. The faucet portion 33 is disposed on the rear counter 311 of the counter portion 31, and the water discharge portion 331 protrudes forward above the bowl portion 32. The faucet portion 33 discharges water or hot water from the water discharge portion 331. Note that the external configuration of the dressing table 3 shown in FIG. 1 is merely an example, and any external configuration can be adopted for the dressing table 3. For example, the dressing table 3 may not have the storage portion 34.

[0032] The dressing mirror 4 is provided above the dressing table 3. The dressing mirror 4 has a mirror portion 41, a lighting portion 42 that illuminates the user standing in front of the mirror portion 41, a storage portion 43 provided behind the mirror portion 41, and a biological information measuring portion 44 that measures the biological information of the user.

[0033] The mirror portion 41 has a central mirror 411 provided in front of the storage portion 43, a side mirror 412a provided on the left side of the central mirror 411, and a side mirror 412b provided on the right side of the central mirror 411. Note that the mirror portion 41 may be a single mirror. Hereinafter, when the side mirror 412a and the side mirror 412b are not distinguished in the description, they may be described as the "side mirror 412".

[0034] The lighting unit 42 is provided above the mirror unit 41 and is a lighting device that irradiates light forward. The forward irradiation of light may be, for example, indirect irradiation using a reflector. The installation position of the lighting unit 42 is preferably installed at a position where light can be irradiated forward. For example, it may be provided between the center mirror 411 and the side mirror 412.

[0035] The storage unit 43 has an opening at the front and is box-shaped with the opening covered by the mirror unit 41 so as to be openable and closable. For example, the storage unit 43 functions as a mirror cabinet having a storage space inside with the mirror unit 41 as an opening and closing door. In FIG. 1, a biological information measurement unit 44 is arranged in the storage unit 43. In addition to the biological information measurement unit 44, various components of the dressing mirror 4 such as a control unit 40 and a communication unit 46 described later may be arranged in the storage unit 43.

[0036] The biological information measurement unit 44 functions to measure the biological information of the user using the washbasin dressing table 2. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 is arranged on the bottom 431 side of the storage unit 43. In FIG. 1, the biological information measurement unit 44 is arranged on the right side of the bottom 431 of the storage unit 43. Note that the arrangement shown in FIG. 1 is only an example, and the biological information measurement unit 44 may be arranged at any position as long as it can measure the biological information of the user.

[0037] Hereinafter, with reference to FIG. 2, an example of the configuration of the wash system 1 will be described. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described in FIG. 1 will be omitted as appropriate. As shown in FIG. 2, the wash system 1 includes a washbasin dressing table 2 having a dressing table 3 and a dressing mirror 4, a cloud 20, and a terminal device 50. Note that the wash system 1 may include a plurality of washbasin dressing tables 2, a plurality of clouds 20, and a plurality of terminal devices 50.

[0038] <1-1-2. Dressing mirror> The makeup mirror 4 is a device that measures biological information in accordance with the user's actions at the washbasin and dressing table 2. In FIG. 2, the makeup mirror 4 includes a mirror unit 41, a lighting unit 42, a storage unit 43, a biological information measurement unit 44, a memory unit 45, a communication unit 46, an output unit 47, an information acquisition unit 48, a human body detection unit 49, a control unit 40, a power supply unit 401, a personal determination unit 402, and an operation unit 403. Note that the configuration of the makeup mirror 4 shown in FIG. 2 is merely an example, and any configuration can be adopted for the makeup mirror 4. The makeup mirror 4 may not have at least one of the lighting unit 42, the storage unit 43, the communication unit 46, the output unit 47, the information acquisition unit 48, the personal determination unit 402, and the operation unit 403.

[0039] For example, if the makeup mirror 4 displays the measurement result on the mirror unit 41 and does not transmit the measurement result to an external information processing device (external device), the communication unit 46 may not be provided. For example, if the makeup mirror 4 transmits the measurement result to an external information processing device and does not display the measurement result on the makeup mirror 4, the output unit 47 may not have the function of a display unit. For example, if the makeup mirror 4 displays on the mirror unit 41 and communicates directly with a terminal device 50 that is a personal use terminal such as a smartphone, the personal determination unit 402 may not be provided.

[0040] The biological information measurement unit 44 functions as a functional unit that measures the biological information of the user. The biological information measurement unit 44 has a function of detecting (measuring) the biological information of the user who uses the washbasin and dressing table 2. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 includes a biological sensor that has a function of detecting (measuring) the biological information of the human body. The biological information measurement unit 44 detects (measures) the biological information of the human body by the biological sensor.

[0041] The biological information measurement unit 44 may include a body surface temperature sensor that detects the body surface temperature of the user. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 may include a non-contact body surface temperature sensor. The biological information measurement unit 44 measures (detects) the body surface temperature of the user using the body surface temperature sensor. Note that the biological information measurement unit 44 may include a contact-type body surface temperature sensor. In this case, the body surface temperature sensor may be provided at a portion of the configuration of the washstand 2 that the user touches (for example, a switch, an operation lever, etc.). For example, the switch may be a physical switch such as a tact switch or a latch switch, or an electrostatic switch that recognizes that a hand has touched or approached a metal by capacitance.

[0042] The biological information measurement unit 44 may include a blood pressure sensor that detects the blood pressure of the user. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 may include a non-contact blood pressure sensor. The biological information measurement unit 44 measures (detects) the blood pressure of the user using the blood pressure sensor.

[0043] The biological information measurement unit 44 may include a heart rate sensor that detects the heart rate of the user. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 may include a non-contact heart rate sensor. The biological information measurement unit 44 measures (detects) the heart rate of the user using the heart rate sensor. Note that the biological information measurement unit 44 may include a contact-type heart rate sensor. In this case, the heart rate sensor may be provided at a portion of the configuration of the washstand 2 that the user touches (for example, a switch, an operation lever, etc.).

[0044] Note that the above is only an example, and the biological information measurement unit 44 may include any sensor according to the biological information to be measured. For example, in addition to the body surface temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate described above, the biological information measurement unit 44 may measure various biological information such as odor (body odor) as the measurement target. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 may include an odor sensor that detects the odor of the user. In this case, the biological information measurement unit 44 detects the odor of the user using the odor sensor.

[0045] The storage unit 45 is realized by, for example, a semiconductor memory element such as a RAM (Random Access Memory) or a flash memory, or a storage device such as a hard disk or an optical disk. For example, the storage unit 45 is a computer-readable recording medium that non-temporarily records data and the like used by an information processing program.

[0046] The storage unit 45 stores various information such as information detected by various sensor units. The storage unit 45 stores the biological information measured by the biological information measurement unit 44. The storage unit 45 stores the information (first information) acquired by the information acquisition unit 48.

[0047] The storage unit 45 stores various information used by the makeup mirror 4 for processing. For example, the storage unit 45 stores various information used by the control unit 40 for control. For example, the storage unit 45 stores a program for performing various determinations and the like. For example, the storage unit 45 stores information regarding conditions used for determination. For example, the storage unit 45 stores various threshold values. The above is only an example, and the storage unit 45 stores various information related to processing.

[0048] The storage unit 45 stores information (first condition, etc.) used for determining whether to change the output content. The storage unit 45 stores the first condition. The storage unit 45 stores, in association with each first condition, information indicating the mode of output change when the condition is satisfied.

[0049] Note that the storage unit 45 is not limited to the above, and may store various information according to the purpose. The storage unit 45 may store the date and time when each information was acquired in association with each information.

[0050] The communication unit 46 has a function of transmitting and receiving information to and from other devices. The communication unit 46 includes, for example, a communication circuit or the like. The communication unit 46 is connected to a predetermined network such as the Internet by wire or wirelessly, and transmits and receives information to and from an external information processing device. The communication unit 46 may be communicably connected to an external information processing device by a predetermined wireless communication function such as Wi-Fi (registered trademark). For example, the communication unit 46 transmits and receives information to and from the cloud 20 via the Internet. For example, the communication unit 46 transmits biometric information to the cloud 20 via the Internet.

[0051] For example, the communication unit 46 transmits and receives information to and from the terminal device 50 by local communication. For example, the communication unit 46 may be communicably connected to the terminal device 50 by Bluetooth (registered trademark) such as BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), and transmit and receive information to and from the terminal device 50. For example, the communication unit 46 transmits biometric information to the terminal device 50.

[0052] The communication unit 46 may transmit and receive information to and from the dressing table 3. For example, when the dressing table 3 also has a configuration for performing information processing such as the control unit 30, the communication unit 46 transmits and receives information to and from the dressing table 3. For example, the communication unit 46 transmits and receives information to and from the dressing table 3 by wireless or wired communication. The communication unit 46 transmits and receives information to and from the dressing table 3 for system linkage.

[0053] The output unit 47 executes output processing for outputting various information. The output unit 47 functions as a display unit for displaying various information. The output unit 47 outputs information regarding the measurement result of the biometric information measured by the biometric information measurement unit 44. The output unit 47 may output a sentence (character information) such as advice based on the measurement result. For example, the output unit 47 is preferably disposed in the vicinity of the detection area of the biometric information measurement unit 44, which will be described later.

[0054] When the output unit 47 is a display unit provided in the mirror unit 41, it may function as a smart mirror. For example, the makeup mirror 4 may receive an input by the user via the output unit 47 and also output to the user. Further, the output unit 47 may perform any output process. For example, by instructing and transmitting to the communication unit 46, data transmission to any device such as the terminal device 50 may be performed as an output process. Note that any configuration may be adopted for the output unit 47 as long as it can output desired information, and the output unit 47 will be described later.

[0055] The information acquisition unit 48 acquires information (first information) that affects the measured value of the biological information. The information acquisition unit 48 functions as an information measurement unit that detects the first information that affects the measured value of the biological information. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 acquires environmental information regarding the environment of the user who uses the washstand 2 as the first information. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 has an environmental sensor having a function of detecting (measuring) environmental information such as temperature, humidity, and steam. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 acquires environmental information such as temperature, humidity, and steam by the environmental sensor.

[0056] The information acquisition unit 48 acquires information that can determine the usage status of the faucet as the first information. The information acquisition unit 48 acquires information indicating the usage status of the faucet as the first information. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 acquires the opening / closing information of the electromagnetic valve such as the hot and cold water solenoid valve 37 as the first information.

[0057] The information acquisition unit 48 acquires information that can determine the water temperature in use as the first information. The information acquisition unit 48 acquires information indicating the water temperature in use as the first information. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 has a water temperature sensor that detects the temperature of the water discharged. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 acquires information indicating the temperature of the water discharged by the water temperature sensor as the first information.

[0058] Note that the above is only an example of the first information, and the information acquisition unit 48 may acquire various information as the first information. The information acquisition unit 48 acquires information indicating the use of hot and cold water, the presence or absence of steam, the ambient temperature and humidity, the presence or absence of deposits such as water droplets and bubbles on the measurement site as the first information. The information acquisition unit 48 may acquire an image as the first information. In this case, the information acquisition unit 48 may acquire an image in which water droplets or the like are imaged as the first information. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 has an image sensor (camera) that captures an image. For example, the information acquisition unit 48 acquires an image captured by the image sensor as the first information. In addition to the above, the information acquisition unit 48 acquires various other information. The information acquisition unit 48 acquires various information from the storage unit 45.

[0059] The human body detection unit 49 has a function of detecting a user who uses the washbasin 2. For example, the human body detection unit 49 has a human body detection sensor having a function of detecting a human body. For example, the human body detection unit 49 is realized by a pyroelectric sensor using an infrared signal or the like. For example, the human body detection unit 49 may be realized by a μ (micro) wave sensor or the like. Note that the above is an example, and the human body detection unit 49 is not limited to the above, and may detect a human body by various means. For example, the human body detection unit 49 detects a person (such as a user) who enters the space (such as a washroom) where the washbasin 2 is provided. The human body detection unit 49 transmits a detection signal to the control unit 40.

[0060] The control unit 40 has a function of executing a process for controlling various components of the makeup mirror 4. The control unit 40 may be, for example, an information processing device (computer) used for controlling various components and processes. The control unit 40 may have, for example, a CPU (Central Processing Unit), a GPU (Graphics Processing Unit), etc., and may be realized by a program (for example, an information processing program according to the present disclosure, etc.) stored inside the control unit 40 being executed with a RAM or the like as a working area. Further, the control unit 40 may have an integrated circuit such as an ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit) or an FPGA (Field Programmable Gate Array).

[0061] The control unit 40 functions as a determination unit that makes various determinations. The control unit 40 functions as an output content determination unit that determines whether the first information satisfies the first condition. When the first information satisfies the first condition, the control unit 40 changes the output content of the measurement result.

[0062] When the first condition is satisfied, the control unit 40 causes the output unit 47 to output information indicating that the measurement result is inaccurate, together with the measurement result. When the first condition is satisfied, the control unit 40 causes the output unit 47 to output error information indicating that the measurement result is an error, without outputting the measurement result. When the error information is output, the control unit 40 causes the output unit 47 to output information prompting re-measurement of the biological information.

[0063] The power supply unit 401 has a function of supplying power to electrical components such as the control unit 40. The power supply unit 401 is realized by, for example, a predetermined power supply circuit or the like. The power supply unit 401 receives power input (supply) from an arbitrary power source. For example, the power supply unit 401 may receive power from an AC commercial power supply or may receive power from a battery (storage battery) or the like.

[0064] For example, the power supply unit 401 may have a function of converting AC power supplied from a commercial power supply into DC power. Further, the power supply unit 401 may have a function of converting the power into a voltage suitable for driving an electrical function.

[0065] The individual determination unit 402 has a function of determining the user (individual) who uses the washstand 2. For example, the individual determination unit 402 identifies the user who uses the washstand 2. For example, the individual determination unit 402 detects the individual authentication operation of the user who uses the washstand 2 and detects the input data based on the individual authentication operation. The individual determination unit 402 performs individual authentication for identifying or discriminating an individual.

[0066] For example, the individual determination unit 402 determines the user (individual) using personal data for identifying a pre-registered user (individual). The individual determination unit 402 determines the user (individual) based on information such as an individual authentication operation for inputting personal data. The individual determination unit 402 identifies which of the registered individuals the user who has performed the individual authentication operation is according to a predetermined action (individual authentication operation) of the user. For example, the individual determination unit 402 determines the user (individual) by fingerprint authentication, voice authentication (voiceprint authentication), or face authentication.

[0067] For example, when using fingerprint authentication, the personal data is data indicating the characteristics of the user's fingerprint, and the individual determination unit 402 has a sensor capable of reading the characteristics of the fingerprint. In this case, the individual authentication operation is to cause the sensor to read the fingerprint by touching the sensor. Thereby, the individual determination unit 402 detects the characteristics of the user's individual fingerprint as input data.

[0068] Also, for example, when using voice authentication, the personal data is data indicating the characteristics of the user's voiceprint, and the individual determination unit 402 has a microphone capable of detecting sound. In this case, the individual authentication operation is to speak toward the microphone. Thereby, the individual determination unit 402 detects the characteristics of the user's individual voice as input data.

[0069] Also, for example, when face authentication is used, personal data is data indicating the characteristics of the user's face, and the personal determination unit 402 has a camera. In this case, the personal authentication operation is to face the camera within the imaging range of the camera. Thereby, the personal determination unit 402 detects the characteristics of the user's face image as input data. Note that the personal authentication is not limited to the above, and any method capable of identifying an individual, such as iris authentication or vein authentication, may be used.

[0070] The operation unit 403 receives various operations by the user who uses the washbasin 2. The operation unit 403 has a function of receiving operations on various components of the washbasin 2. The operation unit 403 receives operations on various components of the makeup mirror 4. For example, the operation unit 403 receives an operation to turn on the illumination unit 42 of the makeup mirror 4. For example, the operation unit 403 receives an operation to specify biometric information for measurement.

[0071] <1-1-3. Washbasin> The washbasin 3 is a device used by the user for handwashing, face washing, etc. In FIG. 2, the washbasin 3 has a counter portion 31, a bowl portion 32, a faucet portion 33, a storage portion 34, a memory portion 35, a communication portion 36, a hot and cold water solenoid valve 37, an information acquisition portion 38, a human body detection portion 39, a control portion 30, and a power supply portion 301. Note that the configuration of the washbasin 3 shown in FIG. 2 is merely an example, and any configuration can be adopted for the washbasin 3. For example, the washbasin 3 may not have an electrical function. In this case, the washbasin 3 may not have the memory portion 35, the communication portion 36, the hot and cold water solenoid valve 37, the information acquisition portion 38, the human body detection portion 39, the control portion 30, and the power supply portion 301. In this way, the washbasin 2 may have only one control portion, memory portion, power supply portion, communication portion, etc. in common for the makeup mirror 4 and the washbasin 3.

[0072] The storage unit 35 is realized by, for example, a semiconductor memory element such as a RAM or a flash memory, or a storage device such as a hard disk or an optical disk. For example, the storage unit 35 is a computer-readable recording medium that non-temporarily records data and the like used by an information processing program. For example, when the dressing table 3 performs at least part of the control with the dressing mirror 4, the storage unit 35 may store the information stored in the storage unit 45.

[0073] The communication unit 36 has a function of transmitting and receiving information to and from other devices. The communication unit 36 transmits and receives information to and from the dressing mirror 4. For example, the communication unit 36 transmits and receives information to and from the dressing mirror 4 by wireless or wired communication. The communication unit 36 transmits and receives information to and from the dressing mirror 4 in order to perform system linkage. The communication unit 36 transmits information (such as first information) used by the dressing mirror 4 for processing to the dressing mirror 4. Note that the communication unit 36 is not limited to the dressing mirror 4, and may transmit and receive information to and from other components of the washing system 1 such as the cloud 20 and the terminal device 50.

[0074] The hot and cold water solenoid valve 37 has a function of switching the supply and stop of water and hot water to the faucet unit 33. The hot and cold water solenoid valve 37 functions as a valve (flow path opening and closing valve) that switches the supply and stop of water and hot water to the faucet unit 33. The hot and cold water solenoid valve 37 switches the supply and stop of water and hot water to the faucet unit 33 according to the control of the control unit 30.

[0075] The information acquisition unit 38 acquires information (first information) that affects the measured value of biological information. The information acquisition unit 38 functions as an information measurement unit that detects the first information that affects the measured value of biological information. For example, the information acquisition unit 38 may acquire environmental information such as temperature, humidity, and steam as the first information, but since it is the same as the information acquisition unit 48, detailed description is omitted.

[0076] The human body detection unit 39 has a function of detecting a user who uses the washbasin dressing table 2. For example, the human body detection unit 39 has a human body detection sensor that has a function of detecting a human body. Note that since the human body detection unit 39 is the same as the human body detection unit 49, detailed description is omitted.

[0077] The control unit 30 has a function of executing a process for controlling various components of the dressing table 3. The control unit 30 may be, for example, an information processing device (computer) used for controlling various components and processes. The control unit 30 may have, for example, a CPU, a GPU, etc., and may be realized by a program stored inside the control unit 30 being executed using a work area such as a RAM. Also, the control unit 30 may have an integrated circuit such as an ASIC or an FPGA, for example.

[0078] The control unit 30 controls the hot and cold water solenoid valve 37. For example, the control unit 30 controls the hot and cold water solenoid valve 37 according to the operation of the user or the detection of a sensor. The control unit 30 controls the hot and cold water solenoid valve 37 according to the detection of the human body detection unit 39. For example, the control unit 30 may perform a part of the functions performed by the control unit 40.

[0079] The power supply unit 301 has a function of supplying power to electrical components such as the control unit 30. The power supply unit 301 is realized by, for example, a predetermined power supply circuit or the like. Since the power supply unit 301 is the same as the power supply unit 401, a detailed description thereof is omitted.

[0080] <1-1-4. Cloud> The cloud 20 is a server device that provides cloud services. For example, the cloud 20 provides services related to the biological information of the user. In FIG. 2, the cloud 20 has a storage unit 21.

[0081] The storage unit 21 is realized by, for example, a semiconductor memory element such as a RAM or a flash memory, or a storage device such as a hard disk or an optical disk. The storage unit 21 stores various information for providing cloud services. For example, the storage unit 21 stores biological information. For example, the storage unit 21 stores information (first information).

[0082] Note that in FIG. 2, only the storage unit 21 is illustrated as a component of the cloud 20. However, in addition to the storage unit 21, the cloud 20 can adopt any configuration for performing desired information processing, such as a control unit, a communication unit, etc. For example, the cloud 20 may perform a part of the functions performed by the control unit 40 by the control unit.

[0083] In addition, the cloud 20 can communicate with external information processing devices such as the washstand 2 and the terminal device 50 through the communication unit. The cloud 20 is connected to a predetermined network such as the Internet by wire or wirelessly, and transmits and receives information to and from external information processing devices. The cloud 20 may be communicably connected to an external information processing device by a predetermined wireless communication function such as Wi-Fi.

[0084] For example, the cloud 20 transmits and receives information to and from the makeup mirror 4 of the washstand 2 via the Internet. For example, the cloud 20 receives biometric information from the makeup mirror 4 via the Internet. The cloud 20 stores the biometric information received from the makeup mirror 4 in the storage unit 21.

[0085] For example, the cloud 20 transmits and receives information to and from the terminal device 50 via the Internet. For example, the cloud 20 transmits information such as biometric information to the terminal device 50 via the Internet. The cloud 20 may transmit and receive information to and from the terminal device 50 by mobile communication.

[0086] <1-1-5. Terminal Device> The terminal device 50 is a device used by the user. For example, the terminal device 50 is a device used by the user who uses the washstand 2. The terminal device 50 is realized by, for example, a smartphone, a mobile phone, a PDA (Personal Digital Assistant), a tablet terminal, a notebook PC (Personal Computer), etc. Hereinafter, the case where the terminal device 50 is a smartphone is shown as an example.

[0087] In FIG. 2, the terminal device 50 includes a communication unit 51, a control unit 52, a storage unit 53, and a display unit 54. Note that the configuration of the terminal device 50 shown in FIG. 2 is merely an example, and the terminal device 50 can adopt any configuration.

[0088] The terminal device 50 can communicate with external information processing devices such as the washstand 2 and the terminal device 50 through the communication unit 51. The communication unit 51 has a function of transmitting and receiving information to and from other devices. The communication unit 51 includes, for example, a communication circuit or the like. The communication unit 51 is connected to a predetermined network such as the Internet by wire or wirelessly, and transmits and receives information to and from an external information processing device. The communication unit 51 may be communicably connected to an external information processing device by a predetermined wireless communication function such as Wi-Fi.

[0089] For example, the communication unit 51 transmits and receives information to and from the cloud 20 via the Internet. For example, the communication unit 51 receives biometric information from the cloud 20 via the Internet. The terminal device 50 stores the biometric information received from the cloud 20 in the storage unit 53.

[0090] For example, the communication unit 51 transmits and receives information to and from the washstand 2 through local communication. For example, the communication unit 51 may be communicably connected to the makeup mirror 4 of the washstand 2 by Bluetooth such as BLE (Bluetooth Low Energy), and transmit and receive information to and from the makeup mirror 4. For example, the communication unit 51 receives biometric information from the makeup mirror 4. The terminal device 50 stores the biometric information received from the makeup mirror 4 in the storage unit 53.

[0091] The control unit 52 has a function of executing various information processes such as information display control processing. The control unit 52 is, for example, a CPU, a GPU, or the like, and may be realized by a program (such as a biometric information display application) stored inside the control unit 52 being executed with a RAM or the like as a work area. Further, the control unit 52 may be an integrated circuit such as an ASIC or an FPGA.

[0092] The control unit 52 executes processing using the information received by the communication unit 51. The control unit 52 executes processing using the information stored in the storage unit 53. The control unit 52 executes display control processing for causing the display unit 54 to display information. The control unit 52 controls the display of the display unit 54 so that various information such as content is displayed. For example, the control unit 52 may perform part of the functions performed by the control unit 40.

[0093] The storage unit 53 is realized by, for example, a semiconductor memory element such as a RAM or a flash memory, or a storage device such as a hard disk or an optical disk. The storage unit 53 stores various information for displaying information. For example, the storage unit 53 stores biological information. For example, the storage unit 53 stores information (first information).

[0094] The storage unit 53 stores, for example, information related to applications (such as a biological information display application etc.) installed in the terminal device 50, such as programs. The storage unit 53 stores information used for displaying information. The storage unit 53 stores the content displayed on the display unit 54.

[0095] The display unit 54 is a display screen of a device such as a smartphone realized by, for example, a liquid crystal display or an organic EL display, and is a display device for displaying various information. The display unit 54 displays various information. The display unit 54 displays various information according to the display control of the control unit 52. For example, the display unit 54 switches the display mode according to the display control of the control unit 52.

[0096] <1-2. Other configuration examples> Also, the device configuration of the washing system 1 shown in FIG. 2 is only an example, and the washing system 1 can adopt any device configuration. Some examples will be described below regarding this point. For example, when the washbasin 2 communicates directly with the terminal device 50, the washing system 1 may not include the cloud 20.

[0097] Further, the washing system 1 may have a washstand of any configuration, not limited to the washstand 2. For example, the washing system 1 may have a washstand 2A having a back guard 5 as shown in FIG. 29. FIG. 29 is a schematic perspective view of a washstand having a back guard.

[0098] In the washstand 2A shown in FIG. 29, a vertically rising plate-shaped back guard 5 that connects the dressing table 3 and the dressing mirror 4 is provided between the dressing table 3 and the dressing mirror 4. Note that the washstand 2A shown in FIG. 29 is the same as the washstand 2 except for having the back guard 5, so detailed description thereof is omitted.

[0099] Also, for example, the biological information of the washing system 1 may be displayed by at least one of the dressing mirror 4, the terminal device 50, etc. For example, the washing system 1 may store the biological information in at least one of the dressing mirror 4, the dressing table 3, the cloud 20, and the terminal device 50.

[0100] With the above-described configuration, the washing system 1 can measure the biological information of the user in accordance with the user's actions at the washstand 2. The washing system 1 can notify the user of the measurement result by any means. For example, the washing system 1 can immediately display it by the output unit 47, or transmit information to the terminal device 50 and display it on the terminal device 50 directly or via direct communication or the cloud 20.

[0101] <1-3. Output change example> Hereinafter, based on the above-described configuration, some specific output change examples according to the first embodiment will be described. In the following, although the body surface temperature is described as an example of the biological information, the target biological information is not limited to the body surface temperature as described above.

[0102] <1-3-1. First output change example> First, the example shown in FIG. 3 will be described. FIG. 3 is a diagram showing an example of a change in output content. FIG. 3 shows the first output change example.

[0103] FIG. 3 shows, as an example, the case where the output unit 47 is disposed at the lower part (mirror surface) of the side mirror 412b provided on the right side of the mirror unit 41. That is, the output unit 47 is disposed at a position corresponding to the disposed position of the biological information measurement unit 44. The output unit 47 may be integrally provided on the side mirror 412b. In this case, the side mirror 412b may function as a smart mirror having the output unit 47 that functions as a display unit for displaying information.

[0104] In FIG. 3, the washstand 2 determines that the first information satisfies the first condition, and outputs, together with the measurement result, information indicating that the measurement result is inaccurate to the output unit 47. For example, the washstand 2 causes the output unit 47 to output the measurement information INF1 indicating the measurement result and the notification information MK1 notifying that the measurement result is inaccurate. Note that the measurement information INF1 includes a numerical value as measured by the sensor.

[0105] In FIG. 3, the measurement information INF1 is information indicating that the measured body surface temperature of the user is 19° C., and the notification information MK1 is information notifying that the measurement result may be lower than normal by a downward arrow. In FIG. 3, for convenience of illustration, the color of the notification information MK1 is shown in black, but the notification information MK1 may be shown in a cool color (for example, blue, etc.) to indicate in color that the measurement result may be lower than normal.

[0106] In FIG. 3, for example, the washstand 2 obtains first information indicating that water is discharged and the water temperature is low (for example, 10° C. or the like), and determines that the first condition is satisfied based on the first information. In this case, the first condition may be that water is discharged at a water temperature lower than a predetermined threshold value (for example, 20° C. or the like). Further, the first condition may be associated with information indicating that information notifying that the measurement result may be lower than normal when the condition is satisfied is to be output.

[0107] For example, the washstand 2 determines whether there is a first condition among the first conditions stored in the storage unit 45 that the acquired first information satisfies. Then, when there is a first condition among the first conditions stored in the storage unit 45 that the acquired first information satisfies, the washstand 2 changes the output by the output unit 47 to the output content corresponding to the first condition. Note that the above-described processing is merely an example, and the washstand 2 may perform any processing as long as it can display as shown in FIG. 3 based on the first information and the first condition.

[0108] Note that the display of the measurement result is not limited to the display by the output unit 47 of the makeup mirror 4, and may be performed by any configuration. For example, the display of the measurement result may be performed by the terminal device 50. This point will be described with reference to FIG. 4. FIG. 4 is a diagram showing an example of display by the terminal device. In FIG. 4, the terminal device 50 displays the measurement information INF1 and the notification information MK1 on the display unit 54. In this case, the terminal device 50 receives the measurement information INF1 and the notification information MK1 from the washstand 2, and displays the measurement information INF1 and the notification information MK1 received from the washstand 2 on the display unit 54.

[0109] <1-3-2. Second Output Change Example> Note that the above-described first output change example is merely an example of output change, and the washing system 1 may change the output in various modes. For example, the washing system 1 may change the output in the mode as shown in FIG. 5. FIG. 5 is a diagram showing an example of change of the output content. FIG. 5 shows a second output change example. Note that in FIG. 5, only the part of the output unit 47 in the configuration of FIG. 3 is shown, and the description of the same points as in FIG. 3 is omitted.

[0110] In FIG. 5, the washstand 2 determines that the first information satisfies the first condition, and causes the output unit 47 to output information indicating that the measurement result is inaccurate together with the measurement result. For example, the washstand 2 causes the output unit 47 to output the measurement information INF2 indicating the measurement result and the notification information MK2 notifying that the measurement result is inaccurate. Note that the measurement information INF2 includes a numerical value as measured by the sensor.

[0111] In FIG. 5, the measurement information INF2 is information indicating that the measured body surface temperature of the user is 39° C., and the notification information MK2 is information notifying that the measurement result may be higher than normal by an upward arrow. In FIG. 5, for the sake of illustration, the color of the notification information MK2 is shown in black, but the notification information MK2 may be shown in a warm color (such as red) to indicate by color that the measurement result may be higher than normal.

[0112] In FIG. 5, for example, the washstand 2 obtains first information indicating that water is discharged and the water temperature is high (such as 43° C.), and determines that the first condition is satisfied based on the first information. In this case, the first condition may be that water is discharged at a water temperature equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold (such as 40° C.). Further, the first condition may be associated with information indicating that when the condition is satisfied, information notifying that the measurement result may be higher than normal is output.

[0113] In FIG. 5, the washstand 2 determines that the acquired first information satisfies the first condition among the first conditions stored in the storage unit 45, which is that water is discharged at a water temperature equal to or higher than a predetermined threshold, and changes the output by the output unit 47 to the content in which the notification information MK2 is added to the measurement information INF2.

[0114] <1-3-3. Third Output Change Example> Further, the washing system 1 may change the output in the manner shown in FIG. 6. FIG. 6 is a diagram showing an example of the change in the output content. FIG. 6 shows a third output change example. In FIG. 6, only the part of the output unit 47 in the configuration in FIG. 3 is shown, and the description of the same points as in FIG. 3 is omitted.

[0115] In FIG. 6, the washstand 2 determines that the first information satisfies the first condition, and causes the output unit 47 to output information indicating that the measurement result is inaccurate together with the measurement result. For example, the washstand 2 causes the output unit 47 to output the measurement information INF3 indicating the measurement result and the notification information MK3 notifying that the measurement result is inaccurate. The measurement information INF3 includes a numerical value as measured by the sensor.

[0116] In FIG. 6, the measurement information INF3 is information indicating that the measured body surface temperature of the user is 39° C., and the notification information MK3 is information notifying that the measurement result may not be accurate due to a caution mark.

[0117] In FIG. 6, for example, the washstand 2 acquires first information indicating that there is an attachment such as foam on the measurement site (e.g., the user's hand), and determines that the first condition is satisfied based on the first information. In this case, the first condition may be that there is an attachment on the measurement site. Further, the first condition may be associated with information indicating that information notifying that the measurement result may not be accurate when the condition is satisfied is output.

[0118] In FIG. 6, the washstand 2 determines that the first information satisfies the first condition among the first conditions stored in the storage unit 45, which is that there is an attachment on the measurement site, and changes the output by the output unit 47 to the content in which the notification information MK3 is added to the measurement information INF3.

[0119] <1-3-4. Fourth Output Change Example> Further, as shown in FIG. 7, the washing system 1 may correct (change) the measurement value. FIG. 7 is a diagram showing an example of a change in the output content. FIG. 7 shows a fourth output change example. Note that in FIG. 7, only the part of the output unit 47 in the configuration in FIG. 3 is illustrated, and descriptions of the same points as in FIG. 3 are omitted.

[0120] In FIG. 7, the washstand 2 determines that the first information satisfies the first condition, corrects the measurement result, and causes the output unit 47 to output the corrected measurement result and information indicating that the measurement result has been corrected. For example, the washstand 2 causes the output unit 47 to output the corrected information CR1 for which the measurement result has been corrected, together with the notification information MK4 notifying that the measurement result has been corrected.

[0121] In FIG. 7, the corrected information CR1 is information indicating that the corrected body surface temperature is 36.5° C., and the notification information MK4 is information notifying that the measurement result has been corrected to the positive side (increase in value) by the plasma mark.

[0122] In FIG. 7, for example, the washstand 2 acquires first information indicating that the ambient temperature is low (e.g., 0° C. etc.), and determines that the first condition is satisfied based on the first information. In this case, the first condition may be that the ambient temperature is less than a predetermined threshold value (e.g., 5° C. etc.). Also, the first condition may be associated with information indicating that the measurement result is to be corrected when the condition is satisfied.

[0123] In FIG. 7, the washstand 2 determines that the acquired first information satisfies the first condition among the first conditions stored in the storage unit 45, which is that the ambient temperature is less than a predetermined threshold value, corrects the measurement result, and changes the output by the output unit 47 to the content obtained by adding the notification information MK4 to the corrected information CR1. Note that the washstand 2 may correct the measurement result by any method. For example, regarding the correction of the measurement result, it may be performed by increasing or decreasing the measurement result based on a correspondence table associating the first information and the influence by the first information.

[0124] <1-3-5. Fifth Output Change Example> Also, as shown in FIG. 8, the wash system 1 may change the output content to a mode in which an error is notified and the measurement result is not output. FIG. 8 is a diagram showing an example of the change in the output content. FIG. 8 shows the fifth output change example. Note that in FIG. 8, only the part of the output unit 47 in the configuration of FIG. 3 is illustrated, and the description of the same points as in FIG. 3 is omitted.

[0125] In FIG. 8, the washstand 2 determines that the first information satisfies the first condition, and causes the output unit 47 to output error information indicating that the measurement result is an error without outputting the measurement result. For example, the washstand 2 causes the output unit 47 to output error information ER1 indicating that the measurement result is an error.

[0126] In FIG. 8, error information ER1 is information that notifies that the measurement result is an error by a hyphen "-".

[0127] In FIG. 8, for example, the washstand 2 acquires first information indicating that the sensor window of the biological information measurement unit 44 is blocked by steam (such as being cloudy), and determines that the first condition is satisfied based on the first information. In this case, the first condition may be that the sensor window of the biological information measurement unit 44 is blocked by steam. Also, information indicating that information notifying that the measurement result is an error is to be output when the first condition is satisfied may be associated with the first condition.

[0128] In FIG. 8, the washstand 2 determines that the acquired first information satisfies the first condition among the first conditions stored in the storage unit 45, which is that the sensor window of the biological information measurement unit 44 is blocked by steam, and changes the output by the output unit 47 to error information ER1.

[0129] Note that the error notification shown in FIG. 8 is only an example, and the error may be displayed in various manners on the output unit 47. An example of this will be described with reference to FIG. 9. FIG. 9 is a diagram showing an example of the change in the output content. Note that the description of the same points as in FIG. 8 is omitted. In FIG. 9, the output unit 47 displays character information ER2 obtained by converting the error information ER1 into character information instead of the error information ER1. In this way, the output unit 47 may display character information regarding the measurement.

[0130] Also, when the washing system 1 outputs error information, it may cause the output unit 47 to output information prompting re-measurement of the biological information. An example of this will be described with reference to FIG. 10. FIG. 10 is a diagram showing an example of the output prompting re-measurement. Note that the description of the same points as in FIG. 8 is omitted. In FIG. 10, an example is shown in which information prompting re-measurement is output after the error information ER1 shown in FIG. 8 is output.

[0131] In FIG. 10, after the washstand 2 outputs the error information ER1, it causes the output unit 47 to output notification information ST1 that prompts remeasurement of the biological information. Note that the notification information ST1 shown in FIG. 10 is merely an example, and the notification information that prompts remeasurement of the biological information may include any information. For example, the notification information that prompts remeasurement of the biological information may include a proposal to eliminate the error. For example, the notification information that prompts remeasurement of the biological information may include recommendation information that recommends actions for eliminating errors such as "Please dry your hands" and "Please wipe the sensor window".

[0132] Also, the washstand 2 may output notification information that prompts remeasurement of the biological information at an arbitrary timing. For example, the washstand 2 may output notification information that prompts remeasurement at the timing when the first condition is released, that is, when the first condition is not satisfied and appropriate measurement becomes possible. Thereby, the washstand 2 can appropriately notify the user of the information that prompts remeasurement.

[0133] <1-3-6. Other Examples> Note that the washing system 1 is not limited to the above and may change the output content arbitrarily. The washing system 1 may dynamically switch the change of the output content described above. For example, the washing system 1 may change the output content according to the influence on the measurement value.

[0134] For example, when the influence on the measurement value is large, the washing system 1 may output error information indicating that the measurement result is an error, as in the fifth output change example. For example, when the influence on the measurement value is small, the washing system 1 may output information indicating the same together with the measurement result or the corrected value of the measurement result, as in the first to fourth output change examples.

[0135] In this case, the washing face system 1 may determine whether to change the output content by using a first condition for dealing with the case where the influence on the measured value is small and a first condition (also referred to as the "second condition") for dealing with the case where the influence on the measured value is large. For example, when the washing face system 1 satisfies only the first condition, it outputs information indicating that fact together with the measurement result or the corrected value of the measurement result as in the first to fourth output change examples. For example, when the washing face system 1 satisfies only the second condition, it outputs error information indicating that the measurement result is an error as in the fifth output change example. For example, when the washing face system 1 satisfies both the first condition and the second condition, it may output error information indicating that the measurement result is an error as in the fifth output change example.

[0136] <1-4. Processing of the First Embodiment> Hereinafter, several processing examples according to the first embodiment will be described. The washing face system 1 according to the first embodiment executes the following first to third processes. The washing face system 1 executes any one of the first to third processes. Also, hereinafter, the washing face system 1 will be described as the processing subject, but the first to third processes may be performed by any device such as the washbasin table 2, the dressing table 3, the dressing mirror 4, the cloud 20, the terminal device 50, etc., according to the device configuration included in the washing face system 1. Which of the first to third processes the washing face system 1 performs may be set in advance or may be dynamically switched according to the acquired first information, the first condition used for determination, etc.

[0137] <1-4-1. Flow of the First Process> First, with reference to FIG. 11, the flow of the process related to the first process will be described. FIG. 11 is a flowchart showing an example of the procedure related to the first process. For example, in FIG. 11, the determination timing of the first condition is before the measurement of the biological information, and the process in the case where there is a pattern where the measurement is not performed will be described as an example.

[0138] The face-washing system 1 determines whether the first information satisfies the first condition (step S101). When the face-washing system 1 determines that the first condition is satisfied (step S101: Yes), it decides to change the result (step S102).

[0139] For example, when the room temperature indicated by the first information satisfies the first information indicating that the room temperature exceeds the rated operating temperature of the sensor, the dressing mirror 4 decides to change the result. For example, when the room temperature indicated by the first information exceeds the rated operating temperature of the sensor, the dressing mirror 4 determines that the first condition is satisfied and changes the output to notify an error. In this case, for example, the dressing mirror 4 does not measure at a room temperature exceeding the rated operating temperature of the sensor.

[0140] When the face-washing system 1 determines that the first condition is not satisfied (step S101: No), it measures biometric information (step S103). For example, when the first information does not satisfy the first information indicating that the room temperature indicated by the first information exceeds the rated operating temperature of the sensor, the dressing mirror 4 measures biometric information. For example, when the room temperature indicated by the first information does not exceed the rated operating temperature of the sensor, the dressing mirror 4 determines that the first condition is not satisfied, measures biometric information, and outputs the measurement result of the biometric information as it is.

[0141] As described above, in the first process, the determination of the first condition is performed after acquiring the first information and before measuring the biometric information. For example, in the first process, when the first condition is satisfied, the face-washing system 1 outputs information indicating that the measurement result is a failure without measuring the biometric information.

[0142] <1-4-2. Flow of the second process> First, with reference to FIG. 12, the flow of the process related to the second process will be described. FIG. 12 is a flowchart showing an example of the procedure related to the face-washing system. For example, in FIG. 12, the case where the timing of determining the first condition is before the measurement of the biometric information and there is no pattern where the measurement is not performed will be described as an example. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described in FIG. 11 will be omitted as appropriate.

[0143] The face washing system 1 determines whether the first information satisfies the first condition (step S201). When the face washing system 1 determines that the first condition is satisfied (step S201: Yes), it decides to change the result (step S202) and executes the process of step S203.

[0144] For example, when the situation indicated by the first information satisfies the first information, the makeup mirror 4 decides to change the result. For example, when the temperature of the sprayed water indicated by the first information is less than a predetermined threshold value, the makeup mirror 4 determines that the first condition is satisfied and decides to change the output to notify that the measured value is inaccurate.

[0145] When the face washing system 1 determines that the first condition is not satisfied (step S201: No), it executes the process of step S203. For example, when the situation indicated by the first information does not satisfy the first information, the makeup mirror 4 measures the biological information. For example, when the temperature of the sprayed water indicated by the first information is not less than a predetermined threshold value, the makeup mirror 4 determines that the first condition is not satisfied and measures the biological information.

[0146] The face washing system 1 measures the biological information (step S203). Then, the face washing system 1 determines whether it has decided to change the result (step S204). When the face washing system 1 determines that it has decided to change the result (step S204: Yes), it changes and outputs the result (step S205). For example, when the makeup mirror 4 changes the result, it changes and outputs the measurement result of the biological information together with a notification that the measurement result (measured value) is inaccurate.

[0147] When the face washing system 1 determines that it has not decided to change the result (step S204: No), it outputs the result (step S206). For example, when the makeup mirror 4 does not change the result, it outputs the measurement result of the biological information as it is.

[0148] As described above, in the second process, the determination of the first condition is made after acquiring the first information and before measuring the biological information. For example, in the second process, when the first condition is satisfied, the washing system 1 measures the biological information and outputs the measurement result together with information indicating that the measurement result is inaccurate.

[0149] For example, the second process shown in FIG. 12 may be executed when it has a somewhat influence on the measurement result of the sensor. The second process shown in FIG. 12 may be executed when making a determination before measurement and correcting after measurement based on the result. By such a second process, in the washing system 1, by determining and leaving the possibility of an error occurring in the measurement before measurement, the user can make a judgment such as not performing the measurement arbitrarily.

[0150] <1-4-3. Flow of the Third Process> First, with reference to FIG. 13, the flow of the process related to the third process will be described. FIG. 13 is a flowchart showing an example of the procedure related to the washing system. For example, in FIG. 13, as an example, the process when the determination timing of the first condition is after measuring the biological information and before outputting the result will be described. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described in FIGS. 11 and 12 will be omitted as appropriate.

[0151] First, the washing system 1 measures the biological information (step S301). Then, the washing system 1 determines whether the first information satisfies the first condition (step S302). For example, the washing system 1 determines whether the first condition is satisfied in consideration of the measured biological information. In this case, the first condition may include a condition related to the biological information of the user. For example, the first condition may include a condition that the body surface temperature of the user indicated by the biological information is less than a predetermined threshold value (for example, 30°C).

[0152] When the face-washing system 1 determines that the first condition is satisfied (step S302: Yes), it changes and outputs the result (step S303). For example, when the makeup mirror 4 satisfies the first condition, it changes and outputs a notification indicating that the measurement result (measured value) of the biological information is inaccurate, together with the measurement result of the biological information.

[0153] When the face-washing system 1 determines that the first condition is not satisfied (step S302: No), it outputs the result (step S304). For example, when the makeup mirror 4 does not satisfy the first condition, it outputs the measurement result of the biological information as it is.

[0154] As described above, in the third process, the determination of the first condition is performed after acquiring the first information and after measuring the biological information. The first condition also includes a condition regarding the measured biological information. For example, in the third process, the face-washing system 1 executes the determination of the first condition after acquiring the first information and after measuring the biological information.

[0155] For example, the third process shown in FIG. 13 may be executed when the measured result (body surface temperature) is close to the water discharge temperature. In the third process shown in FIG. 13, biological information can be used to determine whether the first condition is satisfied.

[0156] <1-5. Effects, etc. of the First Embodiment> As described above, the face-washing system 1 according to the first embodiment changes and outputs information that takes into account the measurement result. The face-washing system 1 outputs the result taking into account the influence of water, hot water, or steam when measuring the biological information. The face-washing system 1 is equipped with means for determining the influence, and when the influence is considered possible, it changes the output result. For example, the face-washing system 1 grasps the water discharge temperature based on information such as a water temperature sensor or an electromagnetic valve, and changes the output so as to indicate the possibility of being displayed high. Further, when the sensor window is blocked by steam, etc., the face-washing system 1 changes the output to notify a measurement failure (error).

[0157] As described above, when the face-washing system 1 and the washbasin dressing table 2 according to the first embodiment detect a factor that affects the measurement of biological information, they change the output content of the measurement result. Thereby, the face-washing system 1 according to the first embodiment can output in consideration of the influence of other information on the measured value of biological information. Therefore, even when the face-washing system 1 and the washbasin dressing table 2 according to the first embodiment acquire the daily biological information of the user at the washbasin dressing table, they can improve the usability for the user.

[0158] <2. Second Embodiment> Here, although it is conceivable to provide a mark to let the user know the location of the biological information measurement means, there is a problem that the design property of the washbasin dressing table is deteriorated by the mark. Therefore, the face-washing system 1 may output visual information indicating the position of a trigger for driving a functional unit as in the second embodiment shown below as needed. Hereinafter, a biological information measurement unit 44 having a sensor such as a semiconductor gas sensor or a temperature sensor will be described as an example of the functional unit, but the functional unit is not limited to the biological information measurement unit 44 and may be a functional unit that provides various functions such as a faucet device (for example, a faucet unit 33) and a lighting device (for example, a lighting unit 42).

[0159] In the face-washing system 1 according to the second embodiment, descriptions of the same points as those in the face-washing system 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted as appropriate. For example, since the configuration of the face-washing system 1 according to the second embodiment is the same as that of the face-washing system 1 according to the first embodiment except for the makeup mirror 4, descriptions of the configuration other than the makeup mirror 4 will be omitted.

[0160] The control unit 40 according to the second embodiment functions as a timing determination unit that determines the timing to output to the output unit 47. Based on the determination result of the timing determination, the control unit 40 controls the state of the output unit 47 to either an output state or a non-output state. The control unit 40 determines whether it is a situation suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44. After setting the state of the output unit 47 to the output state, if the timing determination unit determines that it is a situation not suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, the control unit 40 changes the state of the output unit 47 from the output state to the non-output state.

[0161] The output unit 47 according to the second embodiment shows the position of the trigger for driving the biological information measurement unit 44 as visual information. The output unit 47 displays information indicating the operation method regarding the driving of the trigger. Here, the trigger may be any trigger as long as it triggers the execution of the function of the functional unit. For example, the trigger may be a means for executing the function of the corresponding functional unit. For example, when the functional unit turns the power on / off by a switch, the switch may be the trigger. Also, when the functional unit is a sensor, the detection area where the sensor performs detection may be the trigger.

[0162] <2-1. Output example of visual information> From here, several output examples of specific visual information according to the second embodiment will be described.

[0163] <2-1-1. First output example of visual information> First, the example shown in FIG. 14 will be described. FIG. 14 is a diagram showing an example of the output mode according to the second embodiment. FIG. 14 shows the first output example of visual information. In the example shown in FIG. 14, as an example, the case of outputting visual information with the same configuration as the dressing mirror 4 according to the first embodiment is shown.

[0164] In FIG. 14, an example is shown where the output unit 47 is a display unit disposed at the lower part of the side mirror 412b provided on the right side of the mirror unit 41. In this case, the output unit 47 is a display unit provided on the mirror surface of the mirror unit 41 (for example, the mirror surface of the side mirror 412b) and displays visual information. Further, in FIG. 14, an example is shown where the detection area AR1 of the biological information measurement unit 44 (for example, a body surface temperature sensor) is disposed below the side mirror 412b.

[0165] In FIG. 14, the dressing mirror 4 determines that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, and causes the output unit 47 to output visual information indicating the position of the trigger for driving the biological information measurement unit 44. For example, when the user is close to the dressing mirror 4, the dressing mirror 4 may determine that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44. For example, when the user is detected by the human body detection unit 49, the dressing mirror 4 may determine that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44.

[0166] For example, when the dressing mirror 4 determines that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, the output unit 47 is caused to display visual information SG1 indicating that the detection area AR1, which is a trigger for measuring the body surface temperature, is below the mirror unit 41 (the location corresponding to the position of the output unit 47). In this way, when the dressing mirror 4 determines that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, the state of the output unit 47 is controlled to a state of outputting visual information (output state).

[0167] For example, the visual information SG1 includes the character string "body surface temperature" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the body surface temperature. Note that the visual information is not limited to the visual information SG1 shown in FIG. 14 and may include any information. For example, the visual information may include a downward arrow indicating that the detection area AR1, which is a trigger for measuring the body surface temperature, is below the mirror unit 41 (the location corresponding to the position of the output unit 47).

[0168] When the makeup mirror 4 determines that the situation is not suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, the output unit 47 stops outputting visual information. For example, when the makeup mirror 4 determines that the situation is not suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, it makes the visual information non-displayed.

[0169] For example, when the user is not close to the makeup mirror 4, the makeup mirror 4 may determine that the situation is not suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44. For example, when the user is not detected by the human body detection unit 49, the makeup mirror 4 may determine that the situation is not suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44. In this way, when the makeup mirror 4 determines that the situation is not suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, it controls the state of the output unit 47 to a state where visual information is not output (non-output state).

[0170] <2-1-2. Second Output Example of Visual Information> Note that the above-described first output example of visual information is only an example of the output of visual information, and the washing system 1 may output visual information in various manners. For example, the washing system 1 may output visual information according to the configuration of the makeup mirror. For example, when the washing system 1 has a makeup mirror 4A as shown in FIG. 15 instead of the makeup mirror 4, it may output visual information as shown in FIG. 14. FIG. 15 is a diagram showing a modified example of the makeup mirror according to the second embodiment. Note that descriptions of the same points as the above-described configuration content are omitted.

[0171] The makeup mirror 4A shown in FIG. 15 includes an output unit 47a which is a display unit arranged at the lower part of the side mirror 412b, and an output unit 47b which is a display unit arranged at the lower part of the side mirror 412a.

[0172] In addition, the makeup mirror 4A has four sensors: a body surface temperature sensor, a heart rate sensor, a skin sensor, and a blood pressure sensor. For example, the makeup mirror 4A has a plurality (four) of biological information measurement units 44 each having a body surface temperature sensor, a heart rate sensor, a skin sensor, and a blood pressure sensor. In FIG. 15, a detection area of the body surface temperature sensor and a detection area of the heart rate sensor are arranged below the side mirror 412b from the right, and a detection area of the skin sensor and a detection area of the blood pressure sensor are arranged below the side mirror 412a from the right.

[0173] For example, when it is determined that the situation is suitable for measurement by the body surface temperature sensor, the output unit 47a is caused to display visual information SG11 indicating that the detection area of the body surface temperature sensor serving as a trigger for measuring the body surface temperature is located on the lower right side of the output unit 47a. For example, the visual information SG11 includes a character string "body surface temperature" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the body surface temperature.

[0174] In addition, when it is determined that the situation is suitable for measurement by the heart rate sensor, the output unit 47a is caused to display visual information SG12 indicating that the detection area of the heart rate sensor serving as a trigger for measuring the heart rate is located on the lower left side of the output unit 47a. For example, the visual information SG12 includes a character string "heart rate" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the heart rate.

[0175] For example, when it is determined that the situation is suitable for measurement by the skin sensor, the output unit 47b is caused to display visual information SG13 indicating that the detection area of the skin sensor serving as a trigger for measuring the skin is located on the lower right side of the output unit 47b. For example, the visual information SG13 includes a character string "skin diagnosis" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the skin.

[0176] In addition, when it is determined that the situation is suitable for measurement by the blood pressure sensor, the output unit 47b is caused to display visual information SG14 indicating that the detection area of the blood pressure sensor serving as a trigger for measuring the blood pressure is located on the lower left side of the output unit 47b. For example, the visual information SG14 includes a character string "blood pressure" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the blood pressure.

[0177] <2-1-3. Third Output Example of Visual Information> In the above-described example, the case where the output unit is arranged in the mirror unit 41 is shown. However, the output unit may be arranged at any position. For example, when the washing system 1 has a dressing mirror 4B as shown in FIG. 16 instead of the dressing mirror 4, the output of visual information as shown in FIG. 16 may be performed. FIG. 16 is a diagram showing a modification example of the dressing mirror according to the second embodiment. Note that the description of the same points as the above-described configuration content is omitted.

[0178] The dressing mirror 4B shown in FIG. 16 has a mirror housing portion 432 extending to the lower end side of the mirror portion 41. The dressing mirror 4B has an output unit 47 which is a display portion arranged at the lower part of the side mirror 412a in the mirror housing portion 432.

[0179] Further, the dressing mirror 4B has a blood pressure sensor. For example, the biological information measurement unit 44 of the dressing mirror 4B has a blood pressure sensor. In FIG. 16, the detection area of the blood pressure sensor is arranged below the side mirror 412a.

[0180] For example, when it is determined that the dressing mirror 4B is in a situation suitable for measurement by the blood pressure sensor, the output unit 47a displays visual information SG21 indicating that the detection area of the blood pressure sensor serving as a trigger for measuring blood pressure is below the mirror portion 41 (the portion corresponding to the position of the output unit 47c).

[0181] <2-1-4. Fourth Output Example of Visual Information> In the above-described example, the case where the output unit is a display portion is shown. However, the output unit is not limited to the display portion. For example, when the washing system 1 has a dressing mirror 4C as shown in FIG. 17 instead of the dressing mirror 4, the output of visual information by projection may be performed. FIG. 17 is a diagram showing a modification example of the dressing mirror according to the second embodiment. Note that the description of the same points as the above-described configuration content is omitted.

[0182] The makeup mirror 4C shown in FIG. 17 has an output unit 47d which is a projection unit arranged at the lower part of the side mirror 412b, and an output unit 47e which is a projection unit arranged at the lower part of the side mirror 412a. The output unit 47d and the output unit 47e are, for example, projectors or the like, and display information on the projection surface WL by projecting light. For example, the projection surface WL may be the wall surface where the washstand 2 is arranged, or in the case of the washstand 2A, it may be the back guard 5.

[0183] Also, the makeup mirror 4C has two sensors, a heart rate sensor and a blood pressure sensor. For example, the makeup mirror 4C has a plurality (two) of biological information measurement units 44 each having a heart rate sensor and a blood pressure sensor. In FIG. 17, the detection area of the heart rate sensor is arranged below the side mirror 412b, and the detection area of the blood pressure sensor is arranged below the side mirror 412a.

[0184] For example, when the makeup mirror 4C determines that it is a situation suitable for measurement by the heart rate sensor, the output unit 47d is made to output visual information SG31 indicating that the detection area of the heart rate sensor, which is a trigger for measuring the heart rate, is below the mirror unit 41 (the location corresponding to the position of the output unit 47d). Thereby, the visual information SG31 projected by the output unit 47d is displayed in the first projection area PR1 of the projection surface WL.

[0185] Also, when the makeup mirror 4C determines that it is a situation suitable for measurement by the blood pressure sensor, the output unit 47e is made to output visual information SG32 indicating that the detection area of the blood pressure sensor, which is a trigger for measuring the blood pressure, is below the mirror unit 41 (the location corresponding to the position of the output unit 47e). Thereby, the visual information SG32 projected by the output unit 47e is displayed in the first projection area PR1 of the projection surface WL.

[0186] <2-1-5. Fifth Output Example of Visual Information> In the above-described example, the case where the visual information is character information has been shown. However, the visual information may be any information as long as it can indicate the position of the trigger to the user. For example, when the washing system 1 has a dressing mirror 4D as shown in FIG. 18 instead of the dressing mirror 4, it may output visual information by lighting up the light. FIG. 18 is a diagram showing a modified example of the dressing mirror according to the second embodiment. Note that the description of the same points as the above-described configuration content will be omitted.

[0187] In FIG. 18, the case where the output unit 47f is a light-emitting unit arranged at the lower end of the side mirror 412b provided on the right side of the mirror unit 41 is shown as an example. In this case, the output unit 47f is a light-emitting unit provided below the mirror unit 41 and outputs light. Further, in FIG. 18, the case where the detection region of the biological information measurement unit 44 (for example, a body surface temperature sensor) is arranged below the side mirror 412b is shown as an example.

[0188] In FIG. 18, when the dressing mirror 4D determines that the situation is suitable for the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, it causes the output unit 47f to output visual information indicating the position of the trigger for driving the biological information measurement unit 44. For example, the dressing mirror 4D causes the output unit 47f to light up and outputs the visual information SG41 which is the light radiated below the side mirror 412b. Thereby, the visual information SG41 which is light is radiated from the output unit 47e to the region overlapping the detection region of the biological information measurement unit 44. In this way, the dressing mirror 4D outputs visual information by making the frame portion of the mirror unit 41 glow.

[0189] <2-1-6. Fifth output example of visual information> Further, the washing system 1 may display information indicating an operation method related to the drive of the trigger. For example, the washing system 1 may display information as shown in FIG. 19 as visual information. FIG. 19 is a diagram showing an example of the output mode. FIG. 19 is the fifth output example of the visual information. Note that the description of the same points as the above-described configuration content will be omitted.

[0190] In FIG. 19, the dressing mirror 4 causes the output unit 47 to output visual information SG51 including an image explaining the operation method of a specific operation. In this way, the dressing mirror 4 illustrates the operation method so that the user can perform a specific operation without hesitation. Note that the information explaining the operation method is not limited to an image and may be character information.

[0191] For example, when it is determined that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, the dressing mirror 4 causes the output unit 47 to display visual information SG51 indicating that a detection area AR1 serving as a trigger for measuring the body surface temperature is below the mirror unit 41 (the location corresponding to the position of the output unit 47), and measurement is performed by holding a hand there. In this way, when it is determined that the situation is suitable for measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44, the dressing mirror 4 controls the state of the output unit 47 to a state of outputting visual information (output state).

[0192] <2-1-7. Other Examples> Note that the washing system 1 is not limited to the above and may perform arbitrary output for visual information. For example, the washing system 1 may control the output and non-output of visual information at an arbitrary timing.

[0193] For example, the washing system 1 may control the state of the output unit 47 to a state of outputting visual information (output state) at the timing when the user comes to wash his or her face. For example, the washing system 1 may control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state when a function mounted on the washstand 2 is used. For example, the state of the output unit 47 may be controlled to the output state. When it is determined that the washing action has started, visual information on the content (target) to be measured such as body surface temperature and heart rate may be output according to the washing action.

[0194] For example, when it is determined that the washing system 1 has moved from the bathroom to the washing space, the washing system 1 may control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state. For example, when human body detection in the bathroom space becomes non-detection, the washing system 1 may control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state.

[0195] For example, when it is determined that the bath has ended, the washing system 1 may output visual information of items (targets) to be measured after the bath, such as body surface temperature, blood pressure, and heart rate for warmth determination.

[0196] For example, when it is determined that a person has come in front of the washbasin in the morning, the washing system 1 may control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state. For example, the washing system 1 may output visual information of contents (targets) to be measured, such as body surface temperature, before going out in the morning.

[0197] For example, when it is determined that a person has come in front of the washbasin at night, the washing system 1 may control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state. For example, the washing system 1 may output visual information of contents (targets) to be measured, such as body surface temperature and heart rate, before going to bed.

[0198] As described above, when the measurement is suitable, the washing system 1 performs output. When handwashing is performed with a water temperature that may affect the body surface temperature, or when the surrounding temperature, humidity, etc. become values not suitable for measurement, etc., when the measurement is not suitable, the washing system 1 does not perform output. For example, when the room temperature is within the rated operating temperature of the sensor, the washing system 1 may determine that the measurement is suitable and control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state. For example, when the room temperature is outside the rated operating temperature range of the sensor, the washing system 1 may determine that the measurement is not suitable and control the state of the output unit 47 to the non-output state.

[0199] For example, when the washing system 1 comes in front of the washbasin 2 and is not using hot water or cold water, it may determine that the measurement is suitable and control the state of the output unit 47 to the output state. For example, after handwashing with hot water or cold water, since body surface temperature measurement is not suitable, the washing system 1 may determine that the measurement is not suitable and control the state of the output unit 47 to the non-output state.

[0200] For example, when a person leaves in front of the washing face system 1, all outputs may be turned off. For example, when the ambient temperature around the washing face system 1 rises and exceeds the rated operating temperature of the sensor, all outputs may be turned off. For example, the washing face system 1 may sequentially turn off the visual information for the object for which the measurement has been completed.

[0201] <2-2. Effects, etc. of the Second Embodiment> For example, in many cases, a landmark is required to perform a measurement. And in the future, various biometric measurements will tend to be installed, and if a landmark is permanently installed, it may lead to a deterioration in design. Therefore, as described above, the washing face system 1 according to the second embodiment outputs visual information serving as a landmark only at the timing of performing the measurement. In this way, the washing face system 1 according to the second embodiment can suppress a decrease in design by outputting visual information serving as a landmark only at the necessary timing. That is, the washing face system 1 according to the second embodiment does not mark the measurement landmark on the mirror and outputs visual information serving as a landmark only at the measurement timing.

[0202] As described above, the washing face system 1 according to the second embodiment can switch the output of the information indicating the position of the trigger. Therefore, the washing face system 1 and the washbasin dressing table 2 according to the second embodiment can achieve both design and usability even when hiding the trigger for activating the functional unit.

[0203] <3. Third Embodiment> Here, for example, when the washbasin cabinet is arranged along the wall, there is a possibility that the wall is located on the left and right side surfaces of the washbasin cabinet. Considering such a case, sensors cannot be arranged on the left and right side surfaces of the dressing mirror. Also, for example, when a sensor is arranged on the front (mirror surface), the design property deteriorates. Therefore, it is desirable not to arrange the biological information measurement sensor on the front (mirror surface). Also, since it is easy to cause false reactions when using the faucet under the center of the mirror of the dressing mirror, it is desirable not to arrange the biological information measurement sensor under the center of the mirror of the dressing mirror either. Thus, due to restrictions such as the arrangement of the washbasin cabinet, the space for performing measurement using sensors is reduced.

[0204] Therefore, when arranging a plurality of sensors as in the third embodiment shown below, the washing system 1 may arrange the detection areas to overlap and perform measurement of a plurality of biological information. In the following, an example of the arrangement and measurement of the three biological information measurement units 44, namely, the biological information measurement unit 44a for measuring body surface temperature, the biological information measurement unit 44b for measuring blood pressure, and the biological information measurement unit 44c for measuring the skin, will be described. However, the number of biological information measurement units 44 may be two or four or more.

[0205] In the washing system 1 according to the third embodiment, explanations of the same points as those in the washing system 1 according to the first embodiment will be omitted as appropriate. For example, since the washing system 1 according to the third embodiment is the same as the washing system 1 according to the first embodiment in terms of the configuration other than the dressing mirror 4E having the biological information measurement units 44a to 44c, explanations of the configuration other than the dressing mirror 4E will be omitted. Although not shown in FIG. 20, the output unit 47 is arranged at the lower end of the mirror surface (for example, the mirror surface of the side mirror 412b) of the mirror unit 41, similar to FIG. 3.

[0206] The dressing mirror 4E according to the third embodiment performs measurement by the biological information measurement units 44a to 44c according to the order of the settings stored in the storage unit 45. The dressing mirror 4E starts measurement by another biological information measurement unit 44 after the measurement by one biological information measurement unit 44 among the plurality of biological information measurement units 44a to 44c is completed.

[0207] The storage unit 45 according to the third embodiment functions as a setting storage unit that stores the settings input by the user. The storage unit 45 stores setting information indicating the order in which the biological information measurement units 44a to 44c perform measurements.

[0208] The control unit 40 according to the third embodiment functions as a switching timing determination unit that determines the timing for switching the display of the output unit 47. The control unit 40 determines the timing for switching the display of the output unit 47 based on a switching instruction by the user. The control unit 40 determines the timing for switching the display of the output unit 47 based on information other than the switching instruction by the user.

[0209] The output unit 47 according to the third embodiment changes the display based on the determination information from the control unit 40. The output unit 47 functions as a setting change input unit that receives from the user the input of the biological information measurement unit 44 that performs measurements and the setting of the order among three or more biological information measurement units 44a to 44c. The output unit 47 displays information regarding the elapsed time of the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44.

[0210] <3-1. Arrangement Example of Detection Regions> Hereinafter, an arrangement example of the detection regions of each of the plurality of biological information according to the third embodiment will be described with reference to FIG. 20. FIG. 20 is a diagram showing an example of a dressing mirror according to the third embodiment.

[0211] In FIG. 20, the biological information measurement unit 44a is a first biological information measurement unit that measures body surface temperature as the first biological information, with the detection region AR11, which is a first detection region including the lower part of the mirror unit 41, as the detection region. The biological information measurement unit 44b is a second biological information measurement unit that measures blood pressure as the second biological information, with the detection region AR12, which is a second detection region including the lower part of the mirror unit 41, as the detection region. The detection region AR11 and the detection region AR12 overlap at least partially.

[0212] Further, in FIG. 20, the biological information measurement unit 44c is a third biological information measurement unit that measures the skin as the third biological information with the detection area AR13, which is a third detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit 41, as the detection area. At least a part of the detection area AR13 overlaps with at least one of the detection area AR11 and the detection area AR12.

[0213] When any one of the biological information measurement units 44a to 44c is in the standby state where it can be measured, the remaining two are in the non-standby state. The output unit 47 displays only the information of one measurement target that is in the standby state among the detection areas AR11 to AR13.

[0214] Note that the above-described configuration is merely an example, and the first biological information, the second biological information, and the third biological information are biological information, and as long as they are different biological information from each other, they are not limited to the above and may be any combination. Further, the arrangement of the plurality of detection areas is not limited to the case shown in FIG. 20 and may be any arrangement. An example in this regard is shown in FIG. 21. FIG. 21 is a diagram showing an example of the arrangement of a plurality of detection areas. FIG. 21 shows the case where the arrangement of the plurality of detection areas is viewed from above. As shown in FIG. 21, the detection areas AR11 to AR13 may be arranged so as to overlap each other in a top view.

[0215] Further, for example, in the case of two of the biological information measurement unit 44a and the biological information measurement unit 44b, when one of the biological information measurement unit 44a and the biological information measurement unit 44b is in the standby state where it can be measured, the other is in the non-standby state. The output unit 47 displays only the information of one that is in the standby state among the detection area AR11 and the detection area AR12.

[0216] <3-2. Measurement and Output Mode Examples> Hereinafter, some examples of the measurement and output modes will be described. First, an example of the measurement and output mode shown in FIG. 22 will be described. FIG. 22 is a diagram showing an example of the measurement and output mode. For example, FIG. 22 is a diagram showing an example of the measurement and output mode of the body surface temperature by the biological information measurement unit 44a.

[0217] In Fig. 22, the user holds the hand HD at a position included in the detection area AR11, and the dressing mirror 4E measures the body surface temperature of the hand HD by the biological information measurement unit 44a that uses the detection area AR11 as the detection range. For example, in Fig. 22, the biological information measurement unit 44b and the biological information measurement unit 44c are in a state where they do not perform measurements. The dressing mirror 4E causes the output unit 47 to display the measurement target information SG61 indicating that the body surface temperature is being measured. For example, the measurement target information SG61 includes a character string "body surface temperature" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the body surface temperature.

[0218] Next, an example of the measurement and output mode shown in Fig. 23 will be described. Fig. 23 is a diagram showing an example of the measurement and output mode. For example, Fig. 23 is a diagram showing an example of the measurement and output mode of blood pressure by the biological information measurement unit 44b.

[0219] In Fig. 23, the user holds the hand HD at a position included in the detection area AR12, and the dressing mirror 4E measures the blood pressure of the hand HD by the biological information measurement unit 44b that uses the detection area AR12 as the detection range. For example, in Fig. 23, the biological information measurement unit 44a and the biological information measurement unit 44c are in a state where they do not perform measurements. The dressing mirror 4E causes the output unit 47 to display the measurement target information SG61 indicating that the blood pressure is being measured. For example, the measurement target information SG61 includes a character string "blood pressure" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the blood pressure.

[0220] Next, an example of the measurement and output mode shown in Fig. 24 will be described. Fig. 24 is a diagram showing an example of the measurement and output mode. For example, Fig. 24 is a diagram showing an example of the measurement and output mode of the skin by the biological information measurement unit 44c.

[0221] In FIG. 24, the user holds the hand HD at a position included in the detection area AR13, and the dressing mirror 4E measures the skin of the hand HD by the biological information measurement unit 44c that uses the detection area AR13 as the detection range. For example, in FIG. 24, the biological information measurement unit 44a and the biological information measurement unit 44b are in a state where they do not perform measurements. The dressing mirror 4E causes the output unit 47 to display the measurement target information SG61 indicating that the skin is being measured. For example, the measurement target information SG61 includes the character string "skin diagnosis" indicating that the biological information to be measured is the skin.

[0222] For example, the dressing mirror 4E measures a plurality of biological information in the measurement order shown in FIGS. 22, 23, and 24. For example, after the biological information measurement unit 44a completes the measurement of the body surface temperature, the dressing mirror 4E stops the measurement of the biological information measurement unit 44a, starts the measurement of the biological information measurement unit 44b, and measures the blood pressure by the biological information measurement unit 44b. Then, after the biological information measurement unit 44b completes the measurement of the blood pressure, the dressing mirror 4E stops the measurement of the biological information measurement unit 44b, starts the measurement of the biological information measurement unit 44c, and measures the skin by the biological information measurement unit 44c. After the measurement of one biological information is completed, the dressing mirror 4E automatically switches the measurement target to other biological information. For example, in the case of automatic switching, the dressing mirror 4E shifts to the next measurement using the completion of the measurement as a trigger.

[0223] Since the detection areas AR11 to AR13 overlap, the dressing mirror 4E can complete the measurement of three biological information without the user moving the hand HD as shown in FIGS. 22 to 24. In this way, the dressing mirror 4E switches and measures a plurality of biological information in the overlapping range (measurement location). In the example described above, the dressing mirror 4E shows the case of measuring a plurality of biological information one by one, but for biological information that is not affected even if measured repeatedly, the measurement may be performed in parallel.

[0224] In the above example, the case where the makeup mirror 4E automatically determines and switches the measurement has been shown. However, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement using any information. The makeup mirror 4E determines the timing to switch the display of the output unit 47 based on an instruction for switching by the user. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement according to the operation of the user.

[0225] <3-3. Switching Example> For example, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement according to an instruction of the user as shown in FIG. 25. FIG. 25 is a diagram showing an example related to the switching of the measurement. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described above are omitted as appropriate.

[0226] In FIG. 25, in addition to the information indicating the measurement target, buttons BT1 and BT2, which are arrows for switching the measurement target, are displayed on the output unit 47. For example, when the user selects the button BT1, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from the body surface temperature to the skin, that is, switch from the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44a to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44c. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E changes the information indicating the measurement target displayed on the output unit 47 from the body surface temperature to the skin.

[0227] Also, when the user selects the button BT2, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from the body surface temperature to the blood pressure, that is, switch from the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44a to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44b. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E changes the information indicating the measurement target displayed on the output unit 47 from the body surface temperature to the blood pressure.

[0228] In FIG. 25, the case where the measurement is switched according to a touch on the arrow is shown as an example, but the switching of the measurement is not limited to the case shown in FIG. 25. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement according to an instruction of the user as shown in FIG. 26. FIG. 26 is a diagram showing an example related to the switching of the measurement. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described above are omitted as appropriate.

[0229] In FIG. 26, in addition to the information indicating the measurement target, candidate information CD1 and CD2 indicating candidates that are not the measurement target at that time but can become the measurement target are displayed on the output unit 47. For example, when the user selects the candidate information CD1, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from blood pressure to body surface temperature, that is, switch from the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44b to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44a. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E changes the information indicating the measurement target displayed on the output unit 47 from blood pressure to body surface temperature.

[0230] Also, when the user selects the candidate information CD2, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from blood pressure to the skin, that is, switch from the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44b to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44c. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E changes the information indicating the measurement target displayed on the output unit 47 from blood pressure to the skin.

[0231] Note that the makeup mirror 4E may accept the user's operation by a configuration other than the output unit 47. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may have a physical switch and accept the user's operation by the physical switch. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may have physical switches SW1 and SW2 corresponding to the buttons BT1 and BT2 shown in FIG. 25. In this case, when the user selects the switch SW1, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from body surface temperature to the skin, that is, switch from the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44a to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44c. Also, when the user selects the switch SW2, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from body surface temperature to blood pressure, that is, switch from the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44a to the measurement by the biological information measurement unit 44b.

[0232] In this way, the makeup mirror 4E determines the timing to switch the display on the output unit 47 based on the switching instruction by the user. Note that the makeup mirror 4E may accept the user's intention using information other than the switching instruction by the user such as the user's operation. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E may determine the timing to switch the display on the output unit 47 based on information other than the switching instruction by the user.

[0233] For example, the makeup mirror 4E may detect when the user has finished taking a bath and determine that the measurement target should be switched to blood pressure after the bath. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E changes the information indicating the measurement target displayed on the output unit 47 to blood pressure.

[0234] For example, the makeup mirror 4E may determine to switch the display of the output unit 47 when a function mounted on the washstand is used. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may determine to switch the measurement when it determines that water has been used. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E may switch the measurement target from body surface temperature to an arbitrary target.

[0235] For example, the makeup mirror 4E may determine to switch the display of the output unit 47 when it determines that it has moved from the bathroom to the washroom space. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may determine to switch the measurement when human body detection in the bathroom space becomes undetected. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E may switch to what it wants to measure after getting out of the bath, such as by switching from an arbitrary measurement target to blood pressure.

[0236] For example, the makeup mirror 4E may determine to switch the display of the output unit 47 when the ambient environmental temperature rises and exceeds the rated operating temperature of a specific sensor. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may determine to switch the measurement when the ambient environmental temperature rises and exceeds the rated operating temperature of a specific sensor. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may switch to measurement by a sensor that has not exceeded the rated operating temperature or a sensor capable of accurate measurement. Note that the above is only an example, and the makeup mirror 4E may determine the switching timing of measurement and output using various information other than the switching instruction by the user.

[0237] <3-4. Setting Example> Note that the makeup mirror 4E may accept settings from the user in advance regarding the biological information to be measured. For example, the makeup mirror 4E displays a list of biological information to be measured on the output unit 47, and determines whether to measure that biological information according to the user's instructions. For example, the makeup mirror 4E causes the output unit 47 to display three pieces of biological information, namely body surface temperature, blood pressure, and skin, as candidates for the measurement target. In this case, for example, the output unit 47 accepts the user's operations of designating or excluding each displayed candidate.

[0238] Hereinafter, as an example, a case will be described in which the user excludes the skin from among the three pieces of biological information of body surface temperature, blood pressure, and skin as candidates for the measurement target, and designates two pieces of biological information, namely body surface temperature and blood pressure, as the measurement target. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E performs only the pre-set measurement. In this case, the makeup mirror 4E may continuously measure two of the body surface temperature and blood pressure without measuring the skin. For example, the makeup mirror 4E performs the measurement shown in FIG. 22 and then performs the measurement shown in FIG. 23 to continuously measure two of the body surface temperature and blood pressure as the measurement target.

[0239] <3-5. Time display example> Note that the makeup mirror 4E may display various other types of information. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may display the remaining time in numbers. An example of this case is shown in FIG. 27. FIG. 27 is a diagram showing an example of the output mode regarding the measurement time. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described above will be omitted as appropriate.

[0240] In FIG. 27, in addition to the information indicating the measurement target, the remaining time information TR1 until the measurement of the measurement target is completed is displayed on the output unit 47. For example, the makeup mirror 4E displays the time information TR1 indicating that the remaining time for measuring the skin, which is the measurement target, is 20 seconds on the output unit 47.

[0241] In FIG. 27, an example where the remaining time is displayed numerically is shown, but the display of time is not limited to the case shown in FIG. 27. For example, the makeup mirror 4E may display the remaining time as a seek bar as shown in FIG. 28. FIG. 28 is a diagram showing an example of an output mode regarding the measurement time. Note that descriptions of the same points as those described above will be omitted as appropriate.

[0242] In FIG. 28, on the output unit 47, in addition to the information indicating the measurement target, a seek bar SB1 indicating the remaining time until the measurement of the measurement target is completed is displayed. For example, the scale of the seek bar SB1 decreases as time passes. For example, the makeup mirror 4E displays a seek bar SB1 on the output unit 47 indicating that the remaining time for measuring the body surface temperature, which is the measurement target, is only a little left (three scales). Note that the above is only an example, and the makeup mirror 4E may display time in various modes.

[0243] <3-6. About the effects of the third embodiment, etc.> For example, it will be provided between the washbowl and the wash mirror for the purpose of suppressing false detection due to the user's posture or washing behavior. On the other hand, due to the increasing health needs in recent years, it is assumed that the number of required items of biological information will also increase. However, there are limitations to the installation location of the biological information measurement means and the display location of the biological information measurement content.

[0244] In contrast, as described above, the washbasin system 1 according to the third embodiment switches the display and the measurement content, and measures different biological information in the overlapping range (measurement location). That is, the washbasin system 1 switches the measurement target (content), switches the display according to the measurement target (content), and performs a plurality of measurements in the overlapping range (measurement location). In this way, the washbasin system 1 according to the third embodiment can enable appropriate measurement even when the detection areas of each of the plurality of biological information overlap. Further, the washbasin system 1 can also use the output by the output unit 47 (display unit) that displays the measurement content as a landmark at the measurement location by bringing the output unit 47 closer to the measurement location. Therefore, the washbasin system 1 and the washbasin dressing table 2 according to the third embodiment can improve the usability for the user even in a washbasin dressing table equipped with a biological information measuring means capable of measuring a plurality of biological information.

[0245] <4. Regarding the First to Third Embodiments, etc.> Note that the washbasin system 1 may execute a combination of the processes shown in the first to third embodiments. As an application of the washbasin system 1, it is not limited to the washbasin dressing table provided in the washroom space, and may be a washbasin dressing table provided in the toilet space or the like. Note that the above-described embodiments and modified examples can be appropriately combined as long as the processing contents do not conflict with each other.

[0246] Further effects and modified examples can be easily derived by those skilled in the art. For this reason, the broader aspects of the present invention are not limited to the specific details and representative embodiments represented and described as above. Therefore, various changes can be made without departing from the spirit or scope of the general inventive concept defined by the appended claims and their equivalents.

[0247] Regarding each of the above-described embodiments and modified examples, the following configurations may be used, but are not limited thereto. (1) A mirror part, and A first biological information measurement unit that measures first biological information, with a first detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as the detection area, and a second biological information measurement unit that measures second biological information different from the first biological information, with a second detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as the detection area, and a plurality of biological information measurement units including these; A display unit that displays information regarding the measurement by the biological information measurement unit; Comprising; At least a part of the first detection area and the second detection area overlap, and when one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit is in a standby state where it can measure, the other becomes a non-standby state; The display unit displays only the information of one that is in the standby state among the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit. A washstand. (2) A switching timing determination unit that determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit; Comprising; The display unit changes the display based on the determination information from the switching timing determination unit. The washstand according to (1), characterized in that. (3) The switching timing determination unit determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit based on an instruction for switching by the user. The washstand according to (2), characterized in that. (4) The switching timing determination unit determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit based on information other than an instruction for switching by the user. The washstand according to (2) or (3), characterized in that. (5) After the measurement by one of the plurality of biological information measurement units is completed, the measurement by the other biological information measurement unit is started. The washstand according to any one of (1) to (4), characterized in that. (6) Among three or more biological information measurement units including the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit, a biological information measurement unit that performs measurement and a setting change input unit that receives an input for setting an order from a user, a setting storage unit that stores the settings input by the user, and are provided with, performing measurement by the biological information measurement unit according to the order of the settings stored in the setting storage unit The washstand according to (5), characterized in that. (7) The display unit displays information regarding the elapsed time of measurement by the biological information measurement unit The washstand according to any one of (1) to (6), characterized in that. (8) The display unit is disposed at the lower end of the mirror surface of the mirror unit The washstand according to any one of (1) to (7), characterized in that. (9) a mirror unit, a first biological information measurement unit that measures first biological information using, as a detection area, a first detection area including below the mirror unit, and a second biological information measurement unit that measures second biological information different from the first biological information using, as a detection area, a second detection area including below the mirror unit, the plurality of biological information measurement units including: a display unit that displays information regarding measurement by the biological information measurement unit, and are provided with, at least a part of the first detection area and the second detection area overlap, and when one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit is in a standby state where it can perform measurement, the other is in a non-standby state, The display unit displays only the information of one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit that is in the standby state A washing system.

Explanation of Signs

[0248] 1 Washing system 2, 2A Washstand 3 Dressing table 4, 4A, 4B, 4C, 4D, 4E Makeup Mirror 5 Back Guard 20 Cloud 40 Control Unit (Timing Judgment Unit, Output Content Judgment Unit, Switching Timing Judgment Unit) 41 Mirror Unit 44, 44a, 44b, 44c Biological Information Measurement Unit (Functional Unit) 45 Memory Unit (Setting Memory Unit) 47, 47a, 47b, 47c Output Unit (Display Unit, Setting Change Input Unit) 47d, 47e Output Unit (Projection Unit) 47f Output Unit (Light Emitting Unit) 48 Information Acquisition Unit (Information Measurement Unit) 50 Terminal Device

Claims

1. A mirror unit, a first biological information measurement unit that measures first biological information with a first detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as a detection area, and a second biological information measurement unit that measures second biological information different from the first biological information with a second detection area including the lower part of the mirror unit as a detection area, and a plurality of biological information measurement units including these, a display unit that displays information regarding the measurement by the biological information measurement unit, characterized by comprising: at least a part of the first detection area and the second detection area overlaps, and when one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit is in a standby state where it can measure, the other is in a non-standby state, the display unit displays only the information of one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit that is in the standby state a washbasin dressing table.

2. a switching timing determination unit that determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit, characterized by comprising: the display unit changes the display based on the determination information from the switching timing determination unit The washbasin dressing table according to claim 1, characterized in that.

3. The switching timing determination unit determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit based on an instruction for switching by the user The washbasin dressing table according to claim 2, characterized in that.

4. The switching timing determination unit determines the timing for switching the display of the display unit based on information other than an instruction for switching by the user The washbasin dressing table according to claim 2, characterized in that.

5. After the measurement by one of the plurality of biological information measurement units is completed, the measurement by the other biological information measurement unit is started The washbasin dressing table according to claim 1, characterized in that.

6. Among three or more biological information measurement units including the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit, a setting change input unit that receives an input of the setting of the biological information measurement unit to be measured and the order from the user, a setting storage unit that stores the setting input by the user, characterized by comprising: measurement is performed by the biological information measurement unit according to the order of the setting stored in the setting storage unit The washbasin dressing table according to claim 5, characterized in that.

7. The display unit displays information regarding the elapsed time of the measurement by the biological information measurement unit The washbasin dressing table according to claim 1, characterized in that.

8. The display unit is arranged at the lower end of the mirror surface of the mirror unit The washbasin dressing table according to claim 1, characterized in that.

9. A mirror unit, a first biological information measurement unit that measures first biological information using, as a detection area, a first detection area including a lower portion of the mirror unit, and a second biological information measurement unit that measures second biological information different from the first biological information using, as a detection area, a second detection area including a lower portion of the mirror unit; a plurality of biological information measurement units including the above; a display unit that displays information related to measurement by the biological information measurement unit; is provided with at least a part of the first detection area and the second detection area overlaps, and when one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit is in a standby state where it can measure, the other is in a non-standby state; the display unit displays only the information of one of the first biological information measurement unit and the second biological information measurement unit that is in the standby state; a washing face system.

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